Album Reviews

I remember back in high school when I picked up Audio Adrenaline's Bloom and thought it was pretty cool. A few years later, when I heard Underdog, I was impressed with the band's growth. And now, with their latest release Lift, Audio Adrenaline has shown that they are committed to raising the bar each time.

Lift, with lead singer Mark Stuart's unmistakable vocals, certainly sounds like Audio Adrenaline. But the band as a whole has found a much more mature and relaxed sound. They still rock out, they still groove, but they also sound more refined and in control of their sound. Likewise, the lyrics are as personal and real as the spirit of worship in which they are presented. Audio A steers clear from the cliché lyrics that plague countless mediocre Christian bands. Guitarist Tyler Burkum also has some great riffs. A few of them, like 'Tremble,' are even reminiscent of U2's The Edge.

Lift is not about trying to lure in the casual listener with some catchy pop hooks. It is an album for the Audio Adrenaline fan that wants to hear them at their best. You'll need to listen to many of the songs on Lift a few times before they really sink in, but the patience is well worth the wait. I cannot recall being so satisfied with a Christian music album since Third Day's Time a few years ago.

It is difficult to find a band like Audio Adrenaline that continues to improve with each recording. Are they one of the best bands in music today? Debatable. Do I look forward in anticipation to their next album? Absolutely.

                                                   ~Marc A.

From their earlier days in the mid 80’s, to the Festival Con Dios tour in the summer 0f 2001 Audio Adrenaline has been a favored rock band. Audio Adrenaline carries on with their sixth studio album “Lift”. One notable change for the band is in the lineup. Bob Herdman, a founding member, has taken a hiatus from the band to head up Flicker Records. At the same time, he still helps with song writing and studio work.

“Lift” has all the energy of “Underdog” with fresh new tracks like “Beautiful,” “Rejoice,” and the rock anthem “Ocean Floor.” A favorite track of mine is “You Still Amaze Me,” because of the feeling it gives me. By my interpretation, the song says that no matter what Audio Adrenaline (the band) has done, whether it be hit records, sold out concerts, or starting a new company, there is still an awe of God’s power in their lives. Coming in a close second is “I’m Alive,” because that’s the feeling this peppy techno-infused guitar rock song gives me.

Audio Adrenaline gets another A for their continued excellence.

                                                    ~Ken

Audio Adrenaline returns with their sixth studio album, Lift. According to lead singer Mark Stuart, Lift is in the same vein as bloOm, the group's first Gold certified record. Listeners will hear a more serious, and vertical message in the title track and in songs like "Ocean Floor," "You Still Amaze Me" and "Glory." Their trademark youth group friendly appeal is still evident in anthems like "Rejoice," "Lonely Man," and "Summertime." Definitely building off the momentum generated by their greatest hits record that included the smash hit "Will Not Fade," Lift is powerful guitar pop that pleases the ear throughout the entire length of the album. I give this album an A.

                                                 ~tsrocks.com

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