Rock Music Crossed The Bar of 7 for finals. You know what that means. A lot of judging. Let's get right to it.
Rock Music
- American Arson - Rise & Fall EP
- Jonathan Cain - More Like Jesus
- Aaron V. Graham - Guiding Light
- Phil Keaggy and Rex Paul - Illumination
- Mike Mains and The Branches - When We Were In Love
- Amy Savin - Unveiled
- Seventh Day Slumber - Closer To Chaos
- Martin Smith - Iron Lung
A very good quarter to rock. Pop Music is next. Until then, I am Awaiting Your Reply.
The second genre among our tie this quarter is Rock. Anytime you get over a complete final in one quarter you have a healthy genre. Rock and Roll is here to stay.
Rock Music
- Jonathan Cain - The Songs You Leave Behind
- John DeGroff - Salt
- Jeremy Johnson - Legendary
- Ledger - Ledger EP
- Mainframe - Burn The Boats
- Hawk Nelson - Miracles
- Sanctus Real - Changed
- Andrew Serino - The Golden Thread
- Smalltown Poets - Say Hello
That does it for Rock. A mix of old and new. The oldest would be Jonathan Cain, of Journey's Don't Stop Believing. And John DeGroff, one of the founders of Petra (who didn't stay long). And the "new" definitely includes Ledger, though the band is fronted by Skillet drummer Jen Ledger, who has been with the band for a while. Next up is Pop. Until then, I am Awaiting Your Reply.
Welcome back to another edition of Night Beat Rewind. We are back at Night Beat HQ after our Independence Day Holiday. That is the 4th of JULY to the rest of you. Yes, July. And with the end of June also ends the 3rd Quarter of #PlatVnyl9. Yes, we have only three months to go. It is partly due to how big this year has been that we are way behind on #PlatVnyl8. Partly.
We begin with those songs released during the month, or as we like to call it:
The Singles Scene
- Austin and Lindsay Adamec - Streams 4.75 Emeralds
- As I Lay Dying - My Own Grave 5 Emeralds
- Francesca Battistelli - The Breakup Song 5 Emeralds
- C Boss - Summer Fun 4.75 Emeralds
- Mack Brock - Into Dust 4.75 Emeralds
- Aaron Cole - Off My Back 4.75 Emeralds
- Color Theory - In Space No One Can Hear You Cry (Will Rock Remix) 5 Emeralds
- Emasound - I Know 5 Emeralds
- Austin French - Good Feeling 5 Emeralds
- Tom Golly - His Name Is Jesus 4.75 Emeralds
- The Gray Havens - Forever 4.75 Emeralds
- For King and Country - Pioneers 5 Emeralds
- Edu Linares - One In A Million (ft Goshen Sai) 5 Emeralds
- Marshall Marshall - One of Us (IAIRVS DJ Remix) 5 Emeralds
- Leigh Nash - Don't Get Me Wrong 4.75 Emeralds
- North Point Inside Out - Unshakable Love ft Brett Stanfill 4.50 Emeralds
- North Point Inside Out - Changed ft Heath Balltziglier 5 Emeralds
- Sarah Reeves - Easy 4.75 Emeralds
- V.Rose - S.O.S. 4.75 Emeralds
- Jay Sanon - Swerve Off 4.50 Emeralds
- Scandroid - Red Planet 4.75 Emeralds
- Tony Tillman - Tryna Get It ft Byron Juane 4.25 Emeralds
On to the albums. We have a critical ear here at Night Beat HQ. We don't just hand out 5 Emerald ratings like candy, though you may wonder in just a moment. These are the releases that don't make the cut.
Missing The Mark
- Antioch Live - History's Anthem 4.25 Emeralds
- Xay Hill - Red Ranger, Part 2 3.75 Emeralds
- John Mark McMillan - The Mercury Sessions 4.25 Emeralds
- Nobigdy - Solar 3.75 Emeralds
- Peabod - Healthy Snacks 3.50 Emeralds
- Corey Wise - 4 Ever is Now 4.25 Emeralds
Now to the perfect albums. The Candy Man Can.
Pure Platinum Perception
- Chris August - Seasons 5 Emeralds
- The Choir - Bloodshot 5 Emeralds
- God's Chosen - God's Chosen 5 Emeralds
- Hillsong Young and Free - III 5 Emeralds
- Jeremy Johnson - Legendary 5 Emeralds
- Kevin Max - AWOL 5 Emeralds
- Chris McClarney - Breakthrough (Live) 5 Emeralds
- Jasmine Murray - Fearless 5 Emeralds
- Plumb - Beautifully Broken (Remixes) 5 Emeralds
- Somniscape - Calm, Volume 1 5 Emeralds
10 Perfect albums in a month. Talk about candy store. Though a 6/10 ratio is fairly balanced, though slightly sugary. The big amount, as usual, is in the middle.
Semi-Precious Metal
- Amman/Josh - Pieces EP 4.75 Emeralds
- Marqus Anthony - Walking By My Faith: Through The Storm EP 4.75 Emeralds
- Cory Ard - The Blackout 4.75 Emeralds
- Jonathan Cain - The Songs You Leave Behind 4.75 Emeralds
- Circle of Dust - alt_machines 4.75 Emeralds
- John DeGroff - Salt 4.75 Emeralds
- Jonny Diaz - Sweetness and Sorrow EP 4.75 Emeralds
- Enterline - Kingdoms 4.75 Emeralds
- Fades Away - Resurrection, Part 1 EP 4.50 Emeralds
- Heartsound - Heart Sound: Live From Vineyard Boise 4.75 Emeralds
- Here Be Lions - Only a Holy God 4.75 Emeralds
- Highland Worship - Vol 2: Jesus You Alone EP 4.50 Emeralds
- Impending Doom - The Sin and Doom Volume 2 4.75 Emeralds
- Javen - Grace 4.75 Emeralds
- Lecrae - Let The Trap Say Amen 4.50 Emeralds
- Lexi - Just Listen 4.50 Emeralds
- Kevin Max - AWOL Deluxe Demo Sampler EP 4.75 Emeralds
- Steven Malcolm - The Second City, Part 2 4.75 Emeralds
- Owl City - Cinematic 4.75 Emeralds
- Teresa Peterson - Faithful EP 4.50 Emeralds
- Plumb - Beautifully Broken 4.75 Emeralds
- Sareem Poems - Mind Over Matter 4.75 Emeralds
- Prafitz - Nazarene Movements EP 4.75 Emeralds
- Leon Timbo and Northern Lights United - Invitation to Worship, Volume 1 4.75 Emeralds
- United Pursuit Band - Garden 4.50 Emeralds
- Joey Vantes - The Vantes Project III 4.75 Emeralds
What a month. A great way to close a quarter. The 4th Quarter Awaits. Until next time, I am Awaiting Your Reply
The second of our 3 ties concludes with Rock. This genre also had a full finals of 7 entries, which means that the "winners" have more than that. Let's get to it.
Rock Music
Three of these seven entries, so that tells you how strong this genre is. Our next grouping is next, and our co-winner is Heavy Metal. Until then, I am Awaiting Your Reply.
Welcome to the first edition of Night Beat Rewind for #PlatVnyl8. Eight years. It really doesn't seem that long at all. One note. Christmas Music season is now upon us. Since that is time sensitive, I will be linking those albums for purchase. All others will be held until the quarterly wrap. Let's get started. We begin with the aforesaid Christmas Music, which is not eligible for a Platinum Vinyl Award.
Christmas Music(Non-Eligible)
I won't say much about this for time and space sake. On to:
The Singles Scene
- Andale - Phenomenal 4.75 Emeralds
- MH Eternal - Flammable Kingdoms (Matthew Parker Remix) 4.75 Emeralds
- Chris Howland - Savior ft Joel Vaughn 4.75 Emeralds
- DJ Maj - What If ft Aaron Cole 4.50 Emeralds
- Puntin - L's 4.50 Emeralds
- Joel Vaughn - As You Are 4.75 Emeralds
We are loaded, so let's move right on to the albums which are left out of the pool.
Missing The Mark
- Applejaxx - Bake Sale 3.75 Emeralds
- Paul Baloche - Your Mercy 3.75 Emeralds
- Bizzle - Crowns and Crosses 3.75 Emeralds
- Poured Out - To The Point of Death 43.75 Emeralds
- Seeker - Loss 3.50 Emeralds
- Phil Wickham - Children of God: Acoustic Sessions 3.75 Emeralds
I liked the original Children of God album, but something was missing here. It was certainly not the same feel as his Singalong albums. I know what was missing, the singalong. Of course having six albums here makes me think this ship of state is still afloat. Never mind stay afloat, the following releases Rule The Seas.
Pure Platinum Perfection
- Jonathan Cain - What God Wants To Hear 5 Emeralds
- The Digital Age - Galaxies 5 Emeralds
- Disciple - Long Live The Rebels 5 Emeralds
- Nimisilla Park - Welcome to Nimisilla Park 5 Emeralds
- Ocean Calling - Quiet Magic 5 Emeralds
- Rend Collective - Campfire II: Simplicity 5 Emeralds
- Satellites and Sirens - Tanks 5 Emeralds
- Theocracy - Ghost Ship 5 Emeralds
- Jean Watson - Wonder 5 Emeralds
I really can't say much except WOW for these albums. Of course having 9 in this category would be worrisome if it were not for the 6 that missed the mark. It sort of balances itself out. Most releases are in the middle, however.
Semi-Precious Metal
- About A Mile - Trust You All The Way 4.50 Emeralds
- Audrey Assad - Inheritance Deluxe 4.75 Emeralds
- Sho Baraka - The Narrative 4.50 Emeralds
- Dez Childs - Work of Art 4.75 Emeralds
- Comrades - Lone/Gray 4.75 Emeralds
- The Devil Wears Prada - Transit Blues 4.75 Emeralds
- Consumed By Fire - Giving Over 4.75 Emeralds
- Fit For A King - Death Grip 4.75 Emeralds
- Keith and Kristyn Getty - Facing A Task Unfinished 4.75 Emeralds
- Maria Gilpin - Giving It All EP 4.50 Emeralds
- Philip Hamrick - Getting Stronger 4.75 Emeralds
- Dead Heroes - Dead Heroes EP 4.50 Emeralds
- Hillsong - Let There Be Light (Live) 4.75 Emeralds
- Heesun Lee - Beauty For Ashes 4.75 Emeralds
- Stephen Miller - In God We Trust 4.50 Emeralds
- Derek Minor - Reflection 4.75 Emeralds
- Britt Nicole - Britt Nicole 4.50 Emeralds
- Matthew Parker - Adventure 4.75 Emeralds
- B. Reith - Heart on my sleeve 4.75 Emeralds
- Austin Stone Worship - Only Jesus 4.50 Emeralds
- Tenth Avenue North - Followers 4.75 Emeralds
- Chris Tomlin - Never Lose Sight 4.75 Emeralds
That does it for this first Night Beat Rewind of #PlatVnyl8. Stay with us as we cover our biggest and greatest year yet. As always, I am Awaiting Your Reply.
