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September 1, 2004
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CD Review:1000 Generations
- Prayers
by Kevan Breitinger
Guide Rating - 3.5 / 5 stars
The Bottom Line
Husband-wife team Steven and Amanda Potaczek debut with
this eclectic mix of original worship songs, piano-driven
arrangements with a world feel. Pleasantly unique and
easy on the ears and the spirit, there's a lot to like
in this uplifting offering.
Pros
- Decidedly original writing and arrangements
- A great tribal vibe on several songs
Cons
- None
Description
- Style: original worship
- Released October 10, 2003
- 11 songs
Guide Review - CD Review:
1000 Generations - Prayers
An independent offering self-produced in a home studio,
"Prayers" is amazingly seamless with excellent production
values. Steven and Amanda Potaczek are the head worship
leaders at their Indiana Vineyard church, and their
talented team brings life to their excellant writing.
I have to say that I liked all 11 songs, with the first
two, "He Is Yahweh" and "Eyes" as particular favorites
due to their African influences, shades of Paul Simon's
"Graceland". All songs but "He is Yahweh" are written
by Steven Potaczek. Lyrically laced with meaningful
truths, the simple percussive/piano arrangements are
strikingly powerful. "All That You Are", a haunting
song of praise for God's attributes is a good example:
"Indeed a wondrous plan composed/You're the master of
design/That only by your might exposed/Could love and
justice intertwine." "All of These Wonders", again reminiscent
of Paul Simon, is a rousing celebration of God's miracles.
"Lily of the Valley", following the same theme, is enriched
by beautiful cello strains that fit perfectly with the
message. "Obsessed" is a joyful paean to the supremacy
of God. "Save Me" is an uplifting anthem of God's superiority
over troubles. This CD will lift your spirit and point
you to God, exactly what you want from worship music.
Reviewed by Kevan Breitinger - Wordsmith4J@aol.com
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