Search - Jeff Deyo :: Light

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome

02/19/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Jeff Deyo has totally outdone himself on this one. All the songs are new that he himself has written. This is a very powerful, Christ-centered cd that will bring you to your knees in worship. If you loved Saturate, you will absolutely love this cd!"

Yet another super album

Carsten Bechmann | Denmark | 02/13/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a MUST BUY. Even though I didn't know any of the songs, like I did on Saturate, this album is just as great. In some ways even better (if possible!)If you're only buying ONE cd this year, I'll suggest this one ... Even though the year's still new.KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK, JEFF!!!!"

Deyo does it again, but not without kinks

A. Thede | Athens, OH United States | 08/02/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Essentially the third studio release from praise & worship artist Jeff Deyo (counting "SONICFLOOd" as the first), "Light" is a fresh batch of brand new material that blends to create an awesome worship experience, topped off by a live version of "These Hands" (reminiscent of Grammy-nominated "SONICPRAISE"). However, Deyo hits his first inevitable roadblocks on this album. For one thing, the speaking interludes are a little too long this time around. His sentiments are great set-ups for the following songs, but they should be more to the point. Additionally, the rock sound that was so strong on earlier albums is somewhat lacking in most of these songs. But I'm nitpicking so far. The core problem keeping this album from a five-star review is that the writing is a bit simpler on "Light" than on "Saturate," not allowing his backup band to showcase its talent. This is not to say that his new album is a step backward; on the contrary, "Bless the Lord" and "We Come to Your Throne with Weeping" may be a couple of his best yet, to say nothing of the incredible guest vocals. However, this simplicity raises the question of where Deyo will go artistically from here, if there is anyplace to go. Personally, I believe these kinks are a product of quick production, not weakness of writing. Deyo is still a great singer/songwriter, I still recommend this album, and I look forward to his next album."