The album may be slightly different from what some fans are used to. However, regardless of the sounds Chris Tomlin included on the album, he still managed to give us the worship and praise songs we love so much. Not only did he give a spiritual resonance, it seems as though Chris Tomlin shared a little more of himself in this project and took a new approach.
The album paints a picture from beginning to end. “Greater” sets the tone for the album by giving a mid tempo worship build up. The hit single “Waterfall” follows with an increased pop influenced tempo increasing the momentum of the album.
Chris Tomlin “modernized” the traditional hymn At the Cross and showcases his gift to song-write with “At The Cross (Love Ran Red)”. Other songs like “Boundary Lines” and “The Roar” has an upbeat contemporary pop sound unlike previous songs on past albums.
The layout ofLove Ran Redcan be compared to a roller-coaster effect due to the different variations of slow to fast paced songs that are played throughout the album. You can easily go from toe tapping to lifting your hands in worship.
Songs like “I Will Boast”, are beautiful lyrics that are accompanied by piano and other stringed instruments. Chris Tomlin talks about only boasting in the Cross because Jesus is the only one who took the nails to be sacrificed for mankind. “The Table”, a mid-tempo song, Chris Tomlin sings about being invited and feasting at the table of the Lord where he will no longer hunger or thirst.
I personally like the album and believe it shows off Chris Tomlin’s (and his band’s) talent of being a gifted lyricist and sends a powerful message. What do you think? Is the album a buy or deny? Comment below and share your thoughts.
Check out the video below if you haven’t listened to the hit single “Waterfall”.
Songs like “I Will Boast”
