Citizen Way
Love Is The Evidence
Album · Christian · 2013
The sibling connections between Josh and Ben Calhoun and David and Ben Blascoe make for close chemistry in this band’s vocal blends and crisp, melody-conscious sounds. Producer Seth Mosley (Hawk Nelson, Audio Adrenaline) gives this album an appealing sonic sheen with enough nuances to make the tracks distinctive. Listeners hungry for life-affirming pop anthems will embrace the positive lyrics and uplifting choruses of songs like “Nothing Ever (Could Separate Us),” “Evidence," and “Love Is a Mess.” In particular, “Should’ve Been Me” (a meditation on gratitude set to a swaying country-rock groove) is a winning combination of spiritual insight and radio-friendly songcraft. Ben Calhoun’s openhearted lead vocals stand out on the gracefully waltzing “Fall Like the Rain” and the simmering, atmospheric “Lights Out.” Citizen Way wraps up the album with “Sing, Sing, Sing,” a joyfully inclusive number that reaches out to seekers and sinners everywhere. It all makes for a song collection overflowing with positive energy, ear-grabbing hooks, and a resolute message of faith.