The Reckoning CD

Rock on with the band that stands tall for Christ! In this awesome follow-up to their hit album Where Do We Go from Here, the boys serve up something for everyone, from powerful ballads to driving numetal tunes. Includes "Everything," "Angel in Disguise," "Last Goodbye," "Wherever the Wind Blows," "Crossfire," and "When Tomorrow Comes."

Sonic brilliance always helps a good song stand taller…

A successful producer once told me that no one ever comments about the sonics of an album when they’re describing it to a friend for the first time. The Reckoning, which hits stores October 3, will break that rule with its incredible bass, drum and guitar sounds.

Whether it’s the opening strums of “Last Goodbye” or the rich and airy drum intro to “Everything,” it’s hard not to notice the stellar production. This thought doesn’t seem lost on Pillar, which shows off nothing but music in the 1’48” instrumental “Elysian.”

Travis Wyrick, who’s made quite a name and reputation for himself in the past two years (Pillar, P.O.D., Disciple), really dialed in the sweetest rock sounds here—with complete separation and crisp, solid tones. This could very well end up being one of those albums that engineers use when they set up sound systems for live shows. If nothing else, it’ll certainly get drummer Lester Estelle and bassist Kalel more attention. Fortunately, the band delivered in the songwriting department, too, so listeners have 13 good reasons to come back and hear these sounds again and again.

Not unlike P.O.D., which forcefully left its rap-rock roots behind to become a respectable rock band, Pillar is painting with the kind of vibrant colors that could fill an arena with a wall of anthemic power chords and an athletically-inclined vocal workout.

It’s an easy bet that these songs will absolutely shine in the band’s live repertoire, where the fast songs will coax infectious headbanging and enthusiastic fist-raising action from its audience. Those that enjoyed the Matchbook Romance direction of Disciple’s last album will love the fast and catchy “Sometimes.”

Lyrically, Rob Beckley and Co. hit home with some deadly serious subject matter—as a tragic story of sexual abuse unfolds in the haunting power ballad “Angel in Disguise,” where a young girl copes with years of abuse, eventually leaving, only to return after her mother dies to take care of her daddy in his older years. Not only do they tackle a taboo subject, but they throw in the wrench of forgiveness and mercy to make you think.

DOUG VAN PELT – CCMMagazine.com

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Reviewed by Trevor (Braceville Il), February 27, 2008

This CD was VERY VERY bad. I LOVED Pillar's other work, especially Where Do We Go From Here. This CD should be called "The Wrecking". I hope the band returns to making music that is like Fireproof and Where Do We Go From Here.

Reviewed by Rusty Boatwright (Adrian, MO), January 31, 2008

Awsome!! Never heard of the band before and I like harder music. Dfinatly recomend if you like rock music.

Reviewed by A christian girrrl. (Hedgesville WV), November 18, 2007

Pillar has never failed to keep bringing better and better material to us fans! Rob Beckley astounds me and the musical accompaniment is amazing. Sometimes the sound can be a bit gritty, but then it jumps to ballad and then slow rock and then metal and then.......goodness, just about it all. If you're looking for an opinion on whether to buy this CD or not, look NO further, pick it up today!!

Reviewed by Noah (Phoenix AZ), June 12, 2007

People say Pillar isn't one of the best bands and I know why> At first I felt the same way,the reason is they haven't heard this cd yet. This cd blows my mind away, the hit singles are awesome. Everything, When Tomorrow Comes,except Wherever the Wind Blows, that was okay. I loved the song Chasing Shadow at Midnight. A 4.5 I don't know. PILLAR ROCKS HARD WOOOOO!

Reviewed by DJ (stanley WI), April 12, 2007

I've seen Pillar twice in concert and last time I saw them was at ATF (acquire the fire) and I heard some of there new songs and it was awesome. This is their best cd so far. I love "everything" and "when tomomorow comes" get this cd any chance you get.

Reviewed by pillarfan (willard), April 05, 2007

U GUYS ROCK PERIOD!!! THATS ALL I HAVE 2 SAY ROCK ON!!!

Reviewed by ANOMYMOUS (Naperville IL), March 28, 2007

GREAT CD!! ONE OF MY FAVORITE GROUPS... THEY NEVER DISAPPOINT ME!

Reviewed by ror1fan (California,Missouri), February 16, 2007

This is my favorite cd. All the tracks are great the Everything through Chasing Shadows at Midnight. I recomend this to everyone and anyone. The Reckoning is a must buy 5 stars.

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