RED – Innocence & Instinct
Apr 6, 2009 CD Reviews
Posted by
wiegmake
RED
Innocence & Instinct
Essential
Grade – B
Innocence & Instinct is the sophomore project from Christian rock band RED. The album is already doing well on the charts as the first single “Fight Inside” debuted at No. 1 on Radio & Records Christian Rock chart back in November 2007.
While there are at least a half-dozen catchy rock-radio-formatted songs, the one that I like the most is the Duran Duran remake, “Ordinary World.” It’s a survival song that goes well with the theme of the album. As described by the band, “A lifetime is spent in this internal tug of war between who we really are and who we hope to be.”
Personally the sophomore album has not had as big an impact on me as their debut, probably because of the familiarity of the sound from their debut (which is still high on my favorites list). However, that’s not to say that the new CD is not fresh. The new songs are just as powerful with their big sound and redemptive message. The big guitars and added orchestrations are very moving when combined with the commanding vocals. I think Innocence & Instinct is a solid project and a great addition to RED’s repertoire.
- Ken W.
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