We Won’t Be Shaken
Artist: Building 429
Label: Essential /
BMG
Release Date: June 4, 2013
Duration: 11 tracks, 42:40
Among CCM groups with longevity, Building 429 continues to grow
and surprise. Always looking inward for content and outward for inspiration,
their songs have consistently shown the hurt of the fallen, the need to look to
Christ for inspiration, and hope for the hopeless. While We Will Not Be Shaken
displays each of these characteristics, it also has strength and growth in
faith.
A whistling intro gives way to the rocker ‘Get Up’ leading
the listener to get their faith in high gear. With dramatic backing and strong
message, ‘Bonfire’ continues the loud and proud message of strength in faith
The album’s standout performance is ‘Wrecking Ball (Press
On)’ featuring Bianca Callahan of Group 1 Crew sharing vocals with Roy. This
radio-ready piece has strong message and a gem musically for Building 429 –
something that makes this album stand out and stand up. A nice transition from
this pop song to ‘We Won’t Be Shaken’ continues the message of strength in
faith.
Roy’s signature vocal qualities give depth and honesty to
the collection. A number of softer, introspective songs of praise and worship
are found amid the remaining songs. Rockers are found in ‘Revolution’ and ‘Best
To Worst’, a ballad building to a mild rocker.
Album after album, Building 429 shows consistency of message
and musical growth. The group’s strength, however, is live performances. This
is where their message hits home the hardest. To this point, the album’s last
song, a live rendering of ‘Where I Belong’ from their last album, ‘Listen To
The Music’, underlines this point with the crowd taking over the lyrics while
taking them to heart.
Always with a good message, well written and produced, Building
429 again gives a solid collection. Building 429 continues to build on its own
voice and its own sound. As always, B429 has a strong, positive message of
faith and life.
Scott S Mertens
3 1/2 tocks
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