
Aaron Gillespie -- Anthem Song Record Label: Tooth & Nail Records Release Date: March 8, 2011 Leaving Underoath, Aaron Gillespie decided to turn to worship music. The result of this monumental change is Anthem Song, a true worship record at its finest. True to himself, Gillespie has accomplished everything he set out to with this record. For fans who enjoy his rock fronted music, The Almost is still available and kicking for them, but for fans interested in his religious side of music, look no further than Anthem Song. Track by track, Gillespie uses this record as his ultimate proclamation of his beliefs, holding nothing back. Although the result is obviously subjective, those interested in this type of music will not be disappointed by any means. The opening "All Things" exemplifies the softer side of Gillespie, not unlike "Dirty and Left Out" type songs. That is not to say that all of the songs on the record are slow, although they're clearly no Underoath songs. "Hosanna" is driven by a soft drum beat and quick piano, featuring a strong chorus, while "Washed Away" is as soft and intricate as it gets as Gillespie cries out. The single "We Were Made For You" features a strong chorus, allowing Gillespie's vocals to shine. Stripped down the bone, "I Will Worship You" is a proclamation, the title track "Anthem Song" is guitar driven and a foot-tapper, and "You Are Jesus" has a country feel to it. Each track on this record could easily be played in churches anywhere, as <b>...</b>
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