Some bands just like to do 180s. Honey's first album, Lovely, was decent, but was noticeably devoid of religious references. So, with the release of Lost on You, what do we find? A concept worship album, complete with full lyrics and liner notes with scriptural explanations and introductions for every song!
What's most surprising about this album is that the band manages to maintain its artful rock and abstract poetic lyrics while conveying a sense of peaceful worship and love for God. Don't expect any angst-ridden rockers or tension-filled ballads on this album. The music of the band has really evolved since the first album, though at times you wish they would break the even tempo of the songs, and rock. There are also some definite Jars of Clay and Starflyer 59 influences, not surprising since various members of both bands helped with production.
Some songs, like the title track "Lost on You" combine smart pop singalong lyrics and interesting music. The lyrics are quite intriguing in their poetic simplicity, for example the lyrics to "Movies 1":
Lost in the flame
You surround me
Lost in the flame
I cry for the rain
To surround me
I cry for the rain
Overall, the combination of "art meeting worship," as this album was hyped, comes off quite well, though the slow pace of the album will undoubtedly leave some listeners bored and frustrated. Still, this is great music to relax to. RIYL: Newer Starflyer 59, Jars of Clay, and the last Honey album.
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