Showing Her True Face
C. Dixon | Silver Spring, MD USA | 02/26/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The second solo release from Kara Williamson (previously going simply by Kara) finds the young singer-songwriter stripping away her insecurities. The pop-rock effort offers reflections on her own imperfections, yet as Williamson claims in the feel alright opener "Bring It On", "If you're looking for a pity party/you won't find one here." Instead, she emerges triumphant in spirit. Williamson's clear, pure voice effectively conveys moving, intelligent lyrics - only the instrumentation occasionally seems at odds on certain numbers. Nonetheless, this is a worthwhile purchase. Among the highlights are "More Than Enough (Amazing Love)", the title track, "You Are the One"(a love song for Williamson's husband), and the piano-driven "O Wounded King", based on a poem penned by Williamson's mother. While the album closes with a cover of Michael W. Smith's "Never Been Unloved", the emotional climax (and powerhouse performance)of the album occurs on "Dear Performer", a letter from Williamson to herself where she puts aside all her desires to please others in favor of God's grace. It's a sonic punch that proves Williamson is an engaging and welcome talent in Christian music."