I've been a christian my whole life, but haven't always listened to "Gospel" music...because a lot of times it's seems like they don't always focus on the quality of the music, just the lyrics...but this is album is QUALITY and a great mix of Worship/folk.  It's now an instant favorite in my book!  I like the whole ablum...but if I had to choose my top songs, I'd say "Elephant Song, Oh my Soul, Beautiful morning and Lay me down".  Check it out if you haven't yet!  - Kevin G
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I'm going to try and do this album justice with my review, but I have a feeling that it won't reach the 100% that Elephant Song deserves. This album, is the most beautiful, strongest, honest, genuine tribute to our Creator I've ever heard. The music, I can't even describe- It's perfect. Elephant Song opens up with one of the greatest songs I've ever heard- "Beautiful Morning"- I tried to describe it when I gave it the "Best Song of the Year" title, but I couldn't- you really just have to listen to it. The same really goes for the whole album. I suppose I'll just go through some of the highlighted tracks pointing out things that I like about them.

Beautiful Morning- Just listen to it.

Lay Me Down- Great guitar open, love the distorted pulse noise, drums come in- in perfect sync with the music. The lyrics are so honest; I find the problem with almost all christian music, is that it's so superficial and cheesy, it makes me want to rip my ears out. Spiro accounts struggle, pain, and suffering- even questioning: "has God forgotten, just how much it hurts?" - ultimately finding the comfort in God the father.

Buffalo Hunter- I more want to cover the musical aspect in this one rather than the lyrics. (Not taking anything away from the lyrical content.) This song has so many great layers; Vocals, drums, keys, winds, synths- All flow so well together. Love the multi track vocal work as well.

Lights Go Out- This song, is just incredible. Musically, the guitar is superb, the drums keep it moving, and the foundation is this eerily distorted piano, which fits perfectly with the song. Later on there is a theremin, uke?, and some percussion... which all builds up to a powerful chorus that will knock your socks off.

Apostles Creed- I just like the minor key vibe of this song. Lyrically- Who knew that putting the apostles creed could be put into something so enjoyable to listen to? I didn't. Now I know it's possible.

That's all I do for now. I was totally blown away by Elephant Song- Aaron Spiro is one of my favorite musical artists of all-time- And this album again solidifies those feelings. I continue to find new and interesting things in each song every time I listen to them. It is the perfect mix of acoustic/electronic sound I've heard in a long while- all while being accompanied by hauntingly beautiful lyrics.

I could not recommend this album any higher. Hands down, the best album of the year. Get it for yourself and get it for your friends.

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This is such a fresh new sound for music that honors God and mankind's walk with Him. So different from typical worship music. I love the beat and the sound. The tunes stick with me and when I wake up in the night I'm hearing them echo in my brain and that's a good thing...
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Another great effort from this amazing lover of the Lord!  Beautiful melodies and haunting lyrics make this a must have for CCM and Secular fans alike.  To see him live is to experience original and authentic music.  Leave the Pro Tools alone and hear what a real musician can do when given the time and resources.

Ray - Coral Springs, FL
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