Review: God of this city (Passion Band)

Review by Christian Music Today.

I wonder how many undergrads, Christian undergrads in Singapore listen to Passion. And how many of them are aware about the Passion Conference movement that is moving the collegiate group in the US to live their lives for God.

Have to say a little something about the group and what they are about. The album was great. I loved 8 out of 14 tracks in there - (#2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14). Would love to somehow bring some of them back to BES, but well, no more Evince, no more Anew, can't really think of another avenue, unless I manage to influence some worship leaders to like Passion's music too.

Two of my faves are #2 You are God, and #12 Shine. Musically and lyrically I think they are excellent. These are the songs you can sing on and on. Beginning to think #7 Beautiful Jesus has great potential to be sung corporately. Much better than Planetshakers one.

#4 is a one of my favourite hymns - O for a thousand tongues, and it's just redone in such a rockin' way, you're sure the new generation would love it too. #10 God of our Yesterdays reminds me of Blessed be Your Name, almost like it's a counter-song, also by Matt Redman. I think it's brilliant.

Chris Tomlin is super, and I like #3 and #14. God of this city is a simple song, with a very singable, repeatable chorus. Sing it as a prayer for your country, and it's super. The new Amazing Grace though not half as rich as the original Amazing Grace, has got a new chorus that is quite meaningful nonetheless, and a much more soothing sound to it.