Delirious? played its final, farewell concert at London’s HMV Hammersmith Apollo Nov. 29. 2009. The
offerings highlighting their stellar career including "My Soul Sings," “Obsession" and "Find Me In The
River.” With Delirious? saying ‘farewell’ this is the last live project from one of the pioneers of the modern
worship movement. Since 1997’s “Cutting Edge” I have greatly enjoyed the Brit-Rock music and lyrical
worshipfulness of Delirious?. “I Could Sing Of Your Love Forever”, “My Glorious”, and “Majesty” have
become staples in church services, and as a long-time fan of fellow British rockers U2, Coldplay,
Radiohead and worship leader Matt Redman, I have eagerly anticipated every album by Delirious?.
Farewell Show begins with “All This Time” which transitions seamlessly into “Not Ashamed” and then
“Bliss” and the energy and enthusiasm of the crowd is infectious. I knew when I started singing and
clapping along with the live recording that I was in for a real treat. The next 90 minutes and 20 songs
kept me hooked with Martin Smith’s vocals, Stu G’s guitar playing and the amazing audience
participation. This is what a live recording is all about. I also enjoy Now Is The Time: Live At Willow
Creek and My Soul Sings and this album is a perfect complement to those amazing recordings. What
especially impressed me about this collection was the inclusion of very early songs “I Could Sing Of
Your Love Forever,” “Thank You For Saving Me,” “Did You Feel The Mountains Tremble?,” “The Happy
Song” and “Shout To The North” from their Cutting Edge albums.
Original drummer Stew Smith joined his replacement drummer Paul Evans for an eight-minute jam on
the song, “Investigate,” which is an incredible display of the musical genius of this band which for me
proves that Christian music and worship to our God and King can be loud and rocking. A legacy of this
trendsetting band is how they have forever set the bar high on musical excellence that has completely
transformed the genre. One of my favorite songs of the past decade is “Majesty.” This is now my favorite
version of “Majesty.” The album beautifully builds to a 10 minute version of the classic “History Maker.”
This amazing collection ends with the worship song “My Soul Sings” and has the sold-out crowd of 5,000
people singing “my soul sings” to close out the incredible career of one of my all-time favorite bands.
Closing Thoughts
This is an amazing collection of songs from one of the greatest bands in Christian music. If you like Brit-
Rock and praise and worship live albums, then you can’t go wrong with Farewell Show which is a
touching and powerful concert. This is a keep sake that celebrates an incredible career. Have your
tissues handy and bid 'farewell' to the most influential modern worship band in the history of Christian
music.
Review Written By: Kevin Davis [kevin.davis@christianmusicreview.org] on 5/14/2010
DVD/BluRay Content:
DVD:
Delirious? Farewell Show (85 minutes)
All This Time / Bliss / Solid Rock / Sanctify / Obsession / Rain Down / Deeper / Paint The Town Red / Inside Outside /
Jesus Blood / King or Cripple / True Colours / Majesty / Our God Reigns / Investigate / History Maker / My Soul Sings
Extras:
1. Cutting Edge Show (34 minutes)
I’m Not Ashamed / Happy Song / Shout To The North / Thank You For Saving Me/ White Ribbon Day / I Could Sing of
Your Love Forever / Find Me In The River / Did You Feel The Mountains Tremble / Dance In The River
2. On the Road - The Farewell Tour (26 minutes)
Total DVD Running Time: 145 Minutes
BluRay:
Contains the same content as the DVD, but with the additional “Making History - The Final Interview” (54 minutes).
Total BluRay Running Time: 199 Minutes
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