Earlier this week I (Chris) wrote about my favorite books of 2015; now, time to share my three favorite albums of the year.
1. Brother by The Brilliance. David Gungor and John Arndt hit a home run with this mellow, beautiful album. Musically, it's my favorite of the year. Deep lyrics accompany the rich, layered music. My favorite tracks are: "Brother," "Prayers of the People," "Dust We Are and Shall Return," and "May You Find a Light." Our son in fifth grade choir commented on the harmony here. [Thanks to Jeff S for the suggestion.]
2. The Burning Edge of Dawn by Andrew Peterson. Peterson's depth and creative genius shines in this album. Lyrically, it's my favorite album of the year. I was, and still am, transfixed by the words in "My One Safe Place" (about his wife) and "Be Kind to Yourself" (for his daughter). Get this album and listen to these songs on repeat. "The Sower's Song" has a Biblical profundity that is hard to miss.
3. Every Open Eye by Chvrches. The second album of the alternative band from Glasgow is a hit. The energy of tracks like "Bury It," "Never Ending Circles," and "Clearest Blue" will make you want to dance. My kids often request listening to this album. [Thanks to Tim C for the recommendation.]
Just for fun, I will throw in three runner-ups.
RUNNER-UP.
1. Home by Josh Garrels. I listen to a lot of Garrels while I read or write emails. With its mellow sound and nice lyrics, his music is so enjoyable. "Heavens Knife" tells a beautiful tale about marriage and "Morning Light" reminds us that the morning light is coming and all will be made well.
2. Wilder Mind by Mumford and Sons. I realize that many critics didn't like the rocky sound from the London folk-band. No this album isn't as good as Sigh No More or Babel but I still love Mumford's energy and sound. And some of the lyrics retain their deep sense of angst, such as "You have been weighed; you have been found wanting" in "The Wolf."
3. Campfire Christmas (Vol. 1) by Rend Collective. This Irish band is one of our family favorites; we wish we had found this album before Christmas (instead of after it!). In this album they apply their unique sound to classic Christmas songs. They even make "Ding Dong Merrily on High" fun.
1. Brother by The Brilliance. David Gungor and John Arndt hit a home run with this mellow, beautiful album. Musically, it's my favorite of the year. Deep lyrics accompany the rich, layered music. My favorite tracks are: "Brother," "Prayers of the People," "Dust We Are and Shall Return," and "May You Find a Light." Our son in fifth grade choir commented on the harmony here. [Thanks to Jeff S for the suggestion.]
2. The Burning Edge of Dawn by Andrew Peterson. Peterson's depth and creative genius shines in this album. Lyrically, it's my favorite album of the year. I was, and still am, transfixed by the words in "My One Safe Place" (about his wife) and "Be Kind to Yourself" (for his daughter). Get this album and listen to these songs on repeat. "The Sower's Song" has a Biblical profundity that is hard to miss.
3. Every Open Eye by Chvrches. The second album of the alternative band from Glasgow is a hit. The energy of tracks like "Bury It," "Never Ending Circles," and "Clearest Blue" will make you want to dance. My kids often request listening to this album. [Thanks to Tim C for the recommendation.]
Just for fun, I will throw in three runner-ups.
RUNNER-UP.
1. Home by Josh Garrels. I listen to a lot of Garrels while I read or write emails. With its mellow sound and nice lyrics, his music is so enjoyable. "Heavens Knife" tells a beautiful tale about marriage and "Morning Light" reminds us that the morning light is coming and all will be made well.
2. Wilder Mind by Mumford and Sons. I realize that many critics didn't like the rocky sound from the London folk-band. No this album isn't as good as Sigh No More or Babel but I still love Mumford's energy and sound. And some of the lyrics retain their deep sense of angst, such as "You have been weighed; you have been found wanting" in "The Wolf."
3. Campfire Christmas (Vol. 1) by Rend Collective. This Irish band is one of our family favorites; we wish we had found this album before Christmas (instead of after it!). In this album they apply their unique sound to classic Christmas songs. They even make "Ding Dong Merrily on High" fun.
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