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Definitely not Anberlin

Understand first and foremost that this takes on the sound of Copeland far more than Anberlin. Also understand, however, that this is one of the best albums so far in year 2009. The intricacies in instrumentation are clearly the work of Aaron Marsh, and its hard to find a stronger voice than Stephen Christian's. In my opinion it is the combination of these music geniuses that makes this project so successful. If you like Anberlin or Copeland and you are willing to branch out a little, you will love "Felt". This album is considered acoustic but that just means its more creative. "Rust" takes a powerful transformation from its pre-production form on A&B's Myspace page. They add a space-tinged background to the intro, along with other changes including a brass section and some string instrumentation. The lyrics take on a sharper meaning with this version. 9/10 "Like Steps In a Dance" has Christian adopt Marsh's vocal affinity (for those unfamiliar with Marsh - it is very high), at least for a song. It is a very cheery ballad, though the lyrics are rather dark: "She's made threats that I hope she sees through." It is one of the more audience-friendly of the album, a good single. I don't really like singles for some reason, take that into account. 8/10 "Blur" isn't much more different than its version on A&B's Myspace page, but it was wonderfully done to begin with. It is a bit calm and monotone for the verses, but kicks up nicely for the chorus, which is pretty catchy. 8/10 "Introspect" takes on a tone quite like "The Haunting" from Anberlin's, "Lost Songs", but they are quite different compositions. This song addresses a beautiful juxtaposition, "Is this heaven or is this hell?", which is characteristic of Copeland's albums but I think it is Christian's mixed feelings coming through. I love juxtaposition. 10/10 "Summer Tongues" is a well-composed answer to "Blur" and a continuation if you listen back-to-back. As the longest song, it fills its responsibilty by also being the best song. I recognized a little of "Not So Tough Found Out" from Copeland's "You Are My Sunshine" 10/10 "Calm, Calm, Calm Yourself" is a good little interlude, but also conveys a sense of trivial relationship matters. Okay song by itself. A little bluesy here and there. 7/10 "Wedding/Funeral" is incredibly atmospheric and it sticks with you. It is not much different from its Myspace form but it is powerful as Christian's vocals kick into hyperdrive. His voice has the same vocal range as Marsh's but more force. This is a very emotional piece. 9/10 "Sleep. When We Die." has been in this same form since its release on "Punk the Clock" two years ago. For those who don't know it well - it is very reflective and powerful. 9/10 "Forget Love,..." takes on the same leaf as "Wedding/Funeral"; it is very "heart-pinned-to-sleeve" (without being emo, of course). Marsh even guest vocals, which is a breath of fresh air for me (his vocals are angelic). Christain's vocals steer the song. 10/10 Christian's vocals go into hyperdrive for "Sing Out" once again. The song is a bit more stripped down than any of the others except "Calm...," though it has quite a bit of instrumentation still. The last minute of the song is the highlight. 10/10 "Sheet Music / Sheet Music" is also not very different than the Myspace form. It is a good end song because it is calm and very powerful in its progression to the end. Christian's vocals are as powerful as ever. 10/10 The overall feel of the album is intricate instrumentation to the album's beauty and powerful, emotional, and skilled vocal work which goes to give the album depth and "Felt". Overall score: 100/110, or 91%, with all possible criticism.

Stephen Christian shows new levels of maturity, creativity, and brilliance with Felt!

Felt is an incredible record, but there was never any doubt in my mind that it would be the case. From the demos released slowly over the last couple years it has been shown that this record would be something new, something different, and most notably, something important. Lyrically, Felt shows Stephen Christian at some of his best, with lyrics rivaling the heavy, meaningful content of Anberlin songs such as *Fin and Miserabile Visu (Ex Malo Bonum). Blur is an amazing track calling to light the issues of physical relationships and the damage caused by giving yourself away and getting caught up in passion without thinking it through. The lyrical content is, for the most part, complimented well by the instrumentals. Although the basis for all the tracks on this album are acoustic guitar or piano played by Christian, Aaron Marsh (Copeland) handles the atmosphere of the songs. Marsh, an accomplished musician would add in layers of guitars, drums, bass, piano, backing vocals, brass sections, and string accompaniments on the album, which give the record a beautiful rich sound. At times, however, it can feel like the instrumentation draws away from Christians vocals, particularly when he is singing in a softer tone. At those times the production, also done by Marsh, tends to bury his voice into the mix a bit, which is a shame because it can be at those moments when Christian's vocals shine their brightest as hauntingly delicate melodies. This is by no means to discredit his overal vocal approach though, because this is the true reason this album is as wonderful as it is. The vocal delivery by Christian on this album is nothing short of a masterpiece. His soft spoken, barely audible voice can at times croon with more tone at such low volume than most singers could ever hope to achieve. But within an instant his voice can change to fill a room, full of authentic passion, an emotive tone that few really posses. However, both of these voicings can be heard on Anberlins records as well and what sets this apart, truly, is Christian's falsetto. His stratospheric voice hits notes few dare to dream of and even less would ever have the audacity to attempt. However, this frontman lets fly a huge array of musical acrobatics as he sings songs like Wedding/Funeral and croons out the softest, most fragile notes on the verses, and on Like Steps in a Dance where he sings out and gives a strong, full bodied falsetto that cuts through the music and really strikes a chord in the listener. There is a strong tip of the hat to the great Morrissey on the record as well. Many of Christians melodies and phrasings are strongly reminiscent of The Moz's finer moments as a singer. This isn't to say that they aren't original though, as Christians breathes new life into every song and makes them feel like the first of its kind. But all the same, moments like the held out word, "steps" in Like Steps in a Dance calls me back to when I first heard "Suedehead." The creative melodies and the brilliant use of dynamics used are strong, well placed shoutouts to the man himself. Christian, one of the bigger Morrissey fans to ever grace this world, would make him proud. The record as a whole is well varied, much like Christians tone, and moves seemlessly from song to song with a great deal emotions displayed on the record. The one problem that tugs at me with this album is the production is not as lush as I would have hoped, and although many would say that the raw sound is what was being shot for, it simply isn't my preference. The music sometimes fails to highlight the point of this record, Christian's voice, and at its worst, actually drowns him out a bit. However, this is a small issue in the greater scheme of things and as a whole, it is a strong work by a strong artist. With any luck, this album will receive the recognition it deserves and we can look foreword to more releases by this side project that stands head and shoulders above all others.

Great Album!! Way Different From Anberlin.

It Is Way Different From Anberlin (Besides The Vocals) But It's Awesome! It's Calm, Uses A Lot Of Piano Which I Love (Since I Play The Piano) And The Lyrics Are Deep (Because Stephen Christian Wrote Them). It's A Great Album. If You Like Music That Is Very Calming And That You Can Relax Too After A Long Day From Work Buy This Album!

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