CHILDREN 18:3
On the Run
[Tooth & Nail/EMI]
Verdict: 8/10
Children 18:3 aren’t new, and yet, On the Run is the first album of theirs I’ve actually heard all the way through. I’m kicking myself a bit now, because this is a very good rock band. With raw, yet smooth instrumentals, and duel vocals (male and female), Children 18:3 have a great, energetic rock sound that is easily contagious and entertaining. While I found the female vocals to be the most alluring (place special attention on “We’ll Never Say Goodbye” and “Always On The Run”), the male singer is also very good, sporting one of the gruff rocker voices that has the ability to level out. Tracks like “What About Justice?”, “Jenny”, and “Why Are You Afraid of the Dark?” are easily some of the top tracks primarily featuring the male vocals (who assumes most of the singing duties on the record). From start to finish, On the Run is an increasingly interesting and memorable album. There aren’t really any dull moments to be heard, though not every track is hit either (in all fairness). But overall, Children 18:3 have recorded a great release with this twelve track effort. There’s a lot to love here, so don’t wait like me to hear this band. – By Nathaniel Lay
>> Classification: Christian Rock
>> Focus Tracks: “We’ll Never Say Goodbye”, “Always On The Run”, “Why Are You Afraid of the Dark?”
>> In Conclusion: On the Run is an album that gets better and better with repeated listens. Fans of rock need to apply.