The debut release from this Orlando, Florida trio melds urban R&B and dance vibes with righteous rhymes and infectious rhythms, offering positivity and encouragement set to a slammin soundtrack. Includes "Can't Go On," "I Have a Dream," "Clap Ya Hands," and more.
An initial listen through Group 1 Crew’s debut disc indicates an obvious appreciation for tobyMac, Out of Eden and Souljahz, though the trio still throws in several unexpected curve balls. Main emcees Manwell, Pablo and Blanca unite for a series of soulful harmonies placed over funky backbeats and the occasional DJ scratch, creating a robust, spiritually assertive sonic salsa. “Love Is a Beautiful Thing” may have been released this year, but its instrumentation sounds like old-school Stevie Wonder meets Sly & The Family Stone crossed with Manwell and Pablo’s confident rhymes and Blanca’s soothing soul. Come “Let It Roll,” the band is transported into the modern landscape, evoking the solider struts of Gwen Stefani or Black Eyed Peas, but with an underlying Outkast groove.
Aside from a hot soundtrack, this collection is packed to the brim with relevant messages that simultaneously serve the church and attempt to engage the world. Take, for instance, the dark and brooding soul rocker “Can’t Go On,” which summarizes members’ reliance on Jesus throughout the crazy confines of the music industry, but also during daily living. The rap slapped “Forgive Me” (think Coolio but current) is an open-hearted approach at reconciliation, running the thematic gamut of calling upon the Lord with a repentant heart to self-acceptance (despite even the most disastrous pre-conversion choices). Yet, the disc’s ultimate anthem is the throw down “I Have a Dream,” which reminds all to
follow their God-given paths no matter what roadblocks may pop up along the way.
ANDY ARGYRAKIS- CCMMagazine.com
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4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Glory Bound Ministries (Belleville, On,), December 27, 2009
Not my type of music (Hip Hop)...age thing....but I get the message loud and clear. I bought the CD at the suggestion of a Pastor friend, and listened to Forgive Me... I was hooked. The Group speaks from the heart and I would recommend any Group 1 Crew CD's to any youth and youthful leaders.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Cheryl Bianchi (Cape Coral, FL), May 01, 2009
I have a hard time getting my daughter to listen to Christian music. She loves this groups music.
3.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lucie Paquette (Orleans, On,), December 19, 2008
Great CD! Group 1 Crew is very good and I enjoyed most of the songs on this album.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by DAVID (S. I. N. Y.), September 30, 2008
I can't recall where I first heard about them, but I've been blessed ever since I started listening to their project. God bless you all!!!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by cindy (honolulu, hawaii), September 29, 2008
We had the awesome privilege of seeing Group 1 crew perform live at our Catch His Fire & Carry His Flame conference at Word of Life Christian Center and they were rocking the house with their powerful praise. The energy was amazing and we had an awesome time in the Lord! I highly recommend this group.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kenneth Phillips (Bicknell, IN), August 03, 2008
Every Wednesday, I assist the Children's leader in the weekly midweek children's group (King's Kids) and the leader introduced this album to me. I got a copy and I was blown away from this album. The music and lyrics are solid and very Biblical.
The only disapointment is with the song "Forgive Me". It is a great song, and my favorite song from the album. In my opinion, this song should have made either the Wow Gospel or Wow Hits CD.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by philip (montana), April 30, 2008
Gruop 1 crew is my favorite band i realy like "alot in common" im buying their next CD when it comes out
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by J (AZ), December 11, 2007
WOW! Just by listening to the clips of this CD, it blows my socks off! This sounds great! I am going to definitely get this CD! Amazing!
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