Cannons CD

Phil Wickham's second studio album is a solid combination of uptempo pop, powerful worship, and sweeping ballads, exhibiting his honed skills as a songwriter and performer. The SoCal native's follow-up release dazzles with creative music and lyricism, including "Divine Romance," "After Your Heart," "Desire," and more.

All artists have influences. They reference melodies, licks, song structures and rhythms that have impacted them over the course of their own artistic journeys. For INO recording artist Phil Wickham, the progressive, synth-driven sounds of British pop have clearly struck something within his soul. On his new release, Cannons, Wickham uses such atmospheric sonics—also evident on Coldplay, U2 and Travis records—that have taken hold of him to make something completely original.

The tracks are lush, layered, melodic and beautiful. The vocals are supple and delivered with urgency. But the real genius is in the song lyrics. Wickham observes the world with a keen eye for detail. He recognizes God in the ordinary. But he pens it in a way that captures the original inspiration of the divine moment (“Beautiful”). Wickham uses poets’ instruments on Cannons: metaphor and simile abound, but it’s not off-putting or flowery. The album’s gem, “Sailing on a Ship,” paints a joyous picture of a seeker, one after God’s heart, and the payoff found in knowing Him. Every word illuminates Wickham’s desire to lead people to Christ, especially the closing track, “True Love”: “Search your hearts/You know you can’t deny it/Lose your life so you can find it/The Father gave His only son just to save.”

Lizza Connor Bowen- CCMMagazine.com

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Reviewed by Jenny (Georgetown, NY), April 03, 2008

WOW! I was really impressed with Phil's 1st album, but this is just as great! The lyrics are very thoughtful, and his sound is unique! I originally heard about him from an insert in a MercyMe disc I'd bought a couple years back and bought the self-titled album then. I've eagerly anticipated this one, and it was worth the wait!

Reviewed by Sharon (Smithtown, NY), January 01, 2008

I bought the CD because I was going to the Crowder worship concert. I wanted to be familiar with the other bands. I am glad I did. The songs are in my head and coming out of my mouth. Buy this CD and the same will happen to you.

Reviewed by Aaron Newman (Paso Robles, CA), November 02, 2007

Great music and obviously a leading voice of the new generation. This album reflects passionate worship and dynamic sounds of a greta artist. It brings praise and music to a level it must be. Excellent album....a MUST for everyone.

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