This is the first solo release from Miranda Landers, formerly of Everybodyduck, and is very different to that band's albums. The lyrics, which were written by Tim Brinkman (also formerly of Everybodyduck), have a youth leader feel to them:
I can't hold it back any longer
There's a feeling I've got inside
Every second it's growing stronger
This is something I just can't hide
And I've just got to holler, scream, and shout 'til I made you understand...
I'm so happy since I found Jesus
Then there are the song titles: "I'm so Happy," "I Surrender," "Open Your Eyes," and "Anything for You." This feeling may persist because this is where their heart is. As Everybodyduck, they spent last summer in a youth camp setting. Miranda is basically an acoustic album with some light rock. There's not a lot here for me as I prefer more intelligent thoughtful lyrics, but if you like this kind of music this will please you. It will probably do very well in the CCM marketplace--it has a safe feel to it. Miranda has a nice voice although the first several tracks sound very much alike--too much so for my tastes. The production and mix are excellent. My feeling, though, is that most kids prefer the rougher ska-style praise music.
