Sherri Youngward returns after a few years with a new album on a new label. Her debut for BEC Recordings follows the tradition of other Sherri Youngward releases; she has had albums released on Five Minute Walk Records and an independent release, with beautiful poetic music that forces the listener to feel the passion that she puts into her songs.
The album is a mix of acoustic pop, worship, blues and rock that blends into something more with Youngward's strong voice as the center piece to this gem of an album.
After a strong opener, Youngward follows up with a praise and worship track "Nothing Compares" that fits very nicely the modern praise and worship scene with a catchy melody and passionate lyrics.
A few tracks later is the bluesy cut "Fist Full of Stones" with an ominous sound created by the piano and drums. The song takes on the view of a person looking to condemn someone, when they know themselves that they are equally at fault to be condemned.
I'm standing here
With my fist full of stones
And I can't believe
How hard I want them thrown.
I'm standing here
With my fist full of stones
Is the crime I condemn
My own
I'm standing here
With my fist full of stones
Someone is writing
Words in the sand
The stones become liquid
And fall from my hand
Youngward returns to a worshipful tone a few tracks later with a very intriguing take on the classic "I'll Fly Away" that has a Beatle-esque feel to it. This version updates the classic very nicely.
This release is a strong effort from Sherri Youngward. A fantastic introduction to this artist or a welcome return for her long time fans. There are some definite signs of growth and experimentation while keeping the essence of the artist intact.
4.5 tocks
Other coverage for this album
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