Friday, June 5, 2009

"Worship & Desperation" - Review

Shawn Thomas has been recording original music for nearly two decades. It wasn’t until six or seven years ago that he realized how strong his faith was and began a process of incorporating the Grace and Love of God into his music.

His expression of faith plays out more subtle but with deep heartfelt spiritual messages. From beginning to end “Worship & Desperation” is preciously spiritual--perfectly mastered for Christian enjoyment with a beautiful blend of vocal sounds and congregational participation.

Even producing and production along with Shawn’s infectious smile captures the listeners, including a track called “Sanctus” when performed live includes sign language for the hearing impaired.

The first released track “You Are Here Lord” reveals to us that the Lord is never out of reach, always lifting up our spirits in times of Worship & Desperation. Sung with a joyous heartbeat, which is amazing to experience through Shawn’s warm spiritual vocals and amazing Love for God!

Through out this CD Shawn’s atmospheric praise continually confirms to us, feelings of Love for God in a very well-written and produced album, which will be followed up with a songbook, along with accompaniment audio tracks and video media. These songs are meant to be sung in praise/worship services or listened to when you just need a spiritual pick me up.

Over all it exemplifies and truly embraces God’s unconditional love, Holy presence and devotion in a world that criticizes being gay and Christian in the same sentence.

“Worship & Desperation” is a true musical gift from God through its creator.

Amen!

Shawn Thomas’s websites:
ShawnThomasOnline.com
AaronsRainbowProject.com

"Worship & Desperation" Reviewed by Arizzona © 2008

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

"United For The Ride Vol. 1" - Review

“United For The Ride Vol. 1 comprises of supporting artists from across the United States and Canada that have combined their musical offerings, hope, love, strength, perseverance and courage with their commitment to the GLBT community’s efforts in the continuing fight against HIV/AIDS.” – Terry Christopher

These powerful yet intricate compositions stem from true inspiration of the artists. They are sure to lift ones soul from the negativity of life in this world, and into the presence of positivity. "Braking The Cycle" strikes from the heart to the very centre of the HIV/AIDS message. Wonderful song!

The last song on the album lets us know that in a world of uncertainty, we ought to remain humble and loving toward ourselves then “Things’ll Get better.”

“I hope those that hear “United For The Ride Vol. 1” will experience healing and a desire to support this very worthwhile cause. Should HIV/AIDS ever be eradicated, these songs would be the only thing associated with this heartbreaking disease that anyone would be upset to see disappear.



"The vaccine against HIV infection is Education."




For further info on this amazing project and CD spearheaded by Terry Christopher, please visit United For The Ride Vol. 1

“United For The Ride Vol. 1” reviewed by Arizzona © 2009