A couple months ago, a friend introduced me to the music of The Michael Gungor Band or "Gungor" as they've come to be known. I was introduced with two songs: "Beautiful Things" and "God Is Not A White Man." These two tunes set me off on a HUGE Gungor spree and I bought all their music as soon as I could. So imagine my surprise when, less than two months after I first hear the band, they have a new album coming out! Ghosts Upon the Earth is the product of a year spent writing and touring and I gotta say, that year has definitely paid off. The album opens with lead singer Michael's wife Lisa singing a story of creation that can be compared to, say, Sigur Ros--except with real lyrics. It should be noted, though, that this is an ALBUM and should be treated as such. There aren't a lot of singles on this one, as opposed to the many catchy tunes off of Beautiful Things. These tunes are catchy, yes, but in a different way. The album is an experience, and one that lends itself to big headphones and hot coffee with a friend in total silence in the living room of their apartment at 8 AM after a long night. I beg of you, go buy this album and watch it grow on you. It's seriously a fantastic set of songs and will help alter your perspective on faith and fellowship.
Tracklisting:
1. Let There Be
2. Brother Moon
3. Crags & Clay
4. The Fall
5. When Death Dies
6. Church Bells
7. Wake Up Sleeper
8. Ezekiel
9. Vous Etes Mon Coure (You Are My Heart)
10. This Is Not The End
11. You Are The Beauty
12. Every Breath
How Good Is It? 8 or 9 outta 10
Should I Buy It? Yes--do it now.
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