Album Review: We Believe
by Jahred Warkentin
Revolution Worship (Australia Territory) have given us a new potent and polished EP entitled We Believe with authentic lyrical craft and beautiful washy worship sounds that will fill the hearts and mouths of Salvationists around the world.
After releasing several singles and a collection of acoustic versions of their songs, this new EP has five brand new tracks and accompanying material so you can use these songs in your own corporate worship setting.
Sing Your Praise tells of the great power and strength of Christ and our praise response to the might He displays. The chorus is catchy and is especially uplifting after the bridge with the drum hits synced to the lyrics “We sing Your praise.”
The first single released from the EP, Christ of Calvary, slows the record down with a simple melody that is later enhanced with harmony that is both comfortable for men and women. The song shouts of the great overcoming of the cross and its impact over our lives. This would be perfect for Easter or services with a focus on the cross.
Worthy is another slower song with a medium build that focuses on Christ’s worthiness of our praise. The backing ostinato-like electric guitar arpeggios push the track forward with the foundational drumbeat. Thanks to the singable melody, this song could easily be driven by a solo acoustic guitar or a piano on a Sunday morning.
The penultimate track, Your Love, has a very catchy synth intro and riff that is found in instrumental breaks throughout the track. However, it is the regular piano sound that drives this song into a bridge with a huge build, reminiscent of your favourite big Australian churches. This song highlights the beautiful attributes of God's love and the freedom His love has granted us.
The title track, We Believe, is a musically intricate song declaring doctrinal proclamations in the chorus. This is accompanied by a falling melody in the verses and backed by large ambient pads and luscious counter-guitar parts.
We believe that you died and rose again.
We believe by that same power we are saved.
We believe that through You, all things are possible.
We believe, Oh Lord,
We believe.
This EP holds its own against any worship album produced by a major label, all while remaining theologically sound and accessible for congregational use. Check out the album and supporting material here and follow Revolution Worship to be hip on their next release!