Consider Leeland the house band for the modern contemporary church experience, complete with projection systems and Krispy Kreme donuts. Make no mistake about it, these are praise and worship songs, beautifully captured and honest in its ambitions. What begins often times as simple, stripped-down testimonies of faith, like the closing acoustic number “Carried to the Table,” climaxes as a congregation rousing, string accented, uplifting experience. The songs of band leader Leeland Mooring, who apparently is something of a child prodigy, are majestic in their composition, where the beauty is found in their purpose rather than the music itself. This is not to say that Mooring’s magnificent vocals do not shine on The Sound of Melodies, but rather to emphasize the songs’ power to bring people closer together in their faith. Perhaps most impressive is the song “Tears of the Saints,” which prays for the return of all the world’s prodigal sons, to find grace, comfort and new life in the love of Jesus Christ. [Essential] Austin Powell
This album review was originally published in the July/August Issue (#120) of HM Magazine. Order the Print Version now to read tons more album reviews.
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i love them!
5 guys with a heart after God and a passion to challenge a generation to grow closer to God.
by far the cooest guys i have the pleasure of knowing!
These kids are awsome. I carry them everywhere i go. love ya guys you make us proud!!!!
