GOODNESS AT THE CORE
After listening to the first few tracks from Run Kid Run’s
sophomore release, it would be easy to dismiss the group as nothing more than a
typical pop/rock band, the likes of which have been saturating the musical
landscape for far too long. Seemingly devoid of anything original or
inspirational—especially where the vocals are concerned—the casual listener may
be tempted to take an apathetic approach to this offering. However, the
momentum of the album is such that it gradually takes hold of your senses, and
you will eventually find yourself singing along.
Songs such as “Fall Into the Light,” “One in a Million” and
“Sure Shot” are infused with the trademark hooks and melodies that garnered the
band acclaim on its first release. Along with the help of producer James Paul
Wisner (Underoath, Dashboard Confessional), the band also manages to create
some intricate arrangements for this new disc that show a sense of maturity in
its songwriting skills. Lyrically, RKR is as steadfast as ever, always
returning to the “core” of Truth that God is from whom all love flows.
Although not a perfect album, there is still a lot to love
about
Love at the Core.
–Paul Durham