Main Review
Since the band’s debut on Sparrow Records, Robbie Seay Band has been known for its poignant and
honest lyrics. The band’s third major release, Miracle, once again delivers some of the best lyrics CCM
has to offer. The album doesn’t follow any particular theme; Robbie Seay simply shares his perspectives
on life and his responses to experiences.
The first track, “Love Invades” welcomes God’s love and presence. God’s love is also a focal point on
“Awaken My Soul,” “Awaken me to Your love/There’s no stopping it now/Love, there’s no stopping it now.”
After encouragement from his wife and fellow church members, Seay crafted his own version of Jon
Foreman’s “Your Love Is Strong.” Seay’s rendition is not as organic as the original, relying on heavily on
ambient electric guitars. Yet, Seay maintains the song’s authentic vibe through his emotive vocals. Seay
also modernized the 19th century hymn, “Oh Love That Will Not Let Go,” by adding a new chorus, “Rejoice
my heart/Rejoice my soul/My Savior God has come to thee/Rejoice my heart/You’ve been made whole/By
a love that will not let me go.”
Arguably the most poignant song on the album, “Lament (We Cannot Wait)” was written response to the
death of the Seay’s friend’s son. “Lament” begins somberly, slowly building with Seay crying out to God
and singing “we cannot wait.” At the climax Seay exclaims, “You are here/Your Kingdom come/Rescue us
from all we’ve done/Help us move and be the love.” The title-track was also born out of grief and trying
times but offers hope in believing, “I need a miracle/When life don’t see seem to make sense at all/I
believe You hear me when I call/Oh, I believe.”
Closing Thoughts
Miracle is insightful and authentic, qualities that are absent from most music these days. There has been
some good music released this year so far, but right now, Miracle tops my list.
Review Written By: Cara Fisher [cara.fisher@christianmusicreview.org] on 3/22/10
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