Downpour, Chronos' highly talented worship debut, shows a seasoned band on the rise. Chronos is known as an independent band in nature, yet it offers its collective creativity up to the Lord. Downpour is an easy-to-listen-to CD.
Take the band's instruments for example--violin, guitar, bass, saxophone, keyboard, and drums--and mix them all up to see a touch of creativity in development. The closest thing Chronos could be compared to is Jars of Clay, without the pop sensibilities and feel-good-radio trim. Lead vocalist Doug Ray can stretch himself a little bit, with some SC2, some higher-up Mac Powell vocals, and, of course, Dave Matthews.
What is Downpour? It is worship music--just as simple as that--made upbeat by a very talented band, Chronos. Coffee shops should easily eat these guys up, and the Christian music industry should allow the band to create heartfelt and touching worship music. Chronos is a step away from worship, plus more added in (i.e. violin, sax, etc.). Check out Chronos on indieheaven.com for more information.
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The Phantom Tollbooth 2005Reviewed by Jonathan AvantsWith a style all their own in the Christian music marketplace, Chronos certainly has the potential of being a fun and enjoyable act. I sense a great amount of energy and enthusiasm in their first nationwide release, Downpour. These guys would make a good, kid-friendly concert. Unfortunately, the song composition on Downpour is not very good. What could have been an appreciable effort at blending…Similar sounding releases
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