TheMorningFive 08/15/08
The Friday Playlist
Today I’m introducing a new segment to the Morning Five: The Friday Playlist. Every Friday, I’ll post a new rundown of songs for you to rock-out all weekend long with links to listen the songs and to purchase the album if you really dig it. (And remember, if you really want to support the artists, I encourage you to buy the album.)
Here’s what I’m listening to now …
Friday Playlist:
Dustin Kensrue – "I Knew You Before"
The Thrice frontman channels Johnny Cash on his first solo album Please Come Home. In the alt-country ballad "I Believe", Kensrue may abandon his punk rock roots, but the attitude remains. “I Believe” is a foot tapping Gospel revelation.
The link is to a YouTube fan video. The links will open new windows, so if you’re not into watching the video, you can always
minimize it and just listen to the song.
Listen Now
Buy Dustin Kensrue’s Please Come Home
Matt Redman – "You Never Let Go"
The latest single from the guy who has penned many of the songs that are now staples of evangelical church services is a super catchy, smart little pop song. And, as with the measure of many contemporary worship songs, it’s a fun tune to play and rearrange with your own worship team.
Listen Now
Buy Matt Redman’s Beautiful News
Sufjan Stevens – "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing"
The New York-based indie folk star has become a favorite among Christian and mainstream audiences alike with his eclectic banjo-plucking style. Don’t expect traditional pop sounds with Sufjan though: the singer is known for artsy bedroom recordings and unique arrangements. This hymn is actually from one of his Christmas mixtapes which were originally recorded to give out gifts to friends and family. Thankfully, he decided to give us all the gift. Here’s a link to another really cool fan video for the song:
Listen Now
Buy Sufjan Stevens’ Songs for Christmas
Needtobreathe – "Washed by the Water"
The boys from South Carolina came into their own on their sophomore album The Heat. On their single “Washed by the Water” Needtobreathe cast aside pop convention for a heavy dose of Southern soul.
Listen Now
Buy Needtobreathe’s The Heat
The Glorious Unseen – “Close to Your Heart”
Not your typical “worship band”, The Glorious Unseen combine layered, stripped down melodies with indie rock sensibilities. “Close to Your Heart” is a slow burning jam that isn’t afraid to take to time to build.
Listen Now
Buy The Glorious Unseen’s Tonight the Star’s Speak
Future of Forestry – "Open Wide"
The San Diego band, which was formed from the ashes of California-based Flood Church house band Something Like Silas, use walls of guitars, soaring vocals and a kinetic sound on the driving single “Open Wide”.
Listen Now
Buy The Future of Forestry’s Twilight
Jon Foreman - "Behind Your Eyes"
As part the Switchfoot frontman’s four-part solo album release (each one based on a different season), “Winter” is a fun, guitar-picking love song. Roll the windows down and enjoy this breezy little song from truly talented songwriter. The link is to a YouTube fan video:
Listen Now
Buy Jon Foreman’s Winter E.P.
Here’s what I’m listening to now …
Friday Playlist:
Dustin Kensrue – "I Knew You Before"
The Thrice frontman channels Johnny Cash on his first solo album Please Come Home. In the alt-country ballad "I Believe", Kensrue may abandon his punk rock roots, but the attitude remains. “I Believe” is a foot tapping Gospel revelation.
The link is to a YouTube fan video. The links will open new windows, so if you’re not into watching the video, you can always
minimize it and just listen to the song.
Listen Now
Buy Dustin Kensrue’s Please Come Home
Matt Redman – "You Never Let Go"
The latest single from the guy who has penned many of the songs that are now staples of evangelical church services is a super catchy, smart little pop song. And, as with the measure of many contemporary worship songs, it’s a fun tune to play and rearrange with your own worship team.
Listen Now
Buy Matt Redman’s Beautiful News
Sufjan Stevens – "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing"
The New York-based indie folk star has become a favorite among Christian and mainstream audiences alike with his eclectic banjo-plucking style. Don’t expect traditional pop sounds with Sufjan though: the singer is known for artsy bedroom recordings and unique arrangements. This hymn is actually from one of his Christmas mixtapes which were originally recorded to give out gifts to friends and family. Thankfully, he decided to give us all the gift. Here’s a link to another really cool fan video for the song:
Listen Now
Buy Sufjan Stevens’ Songs for Christmas
Needtobreathe – "Washed by the Water"
The boys from South Carolina came into their own on their sophomore album The Heat. On their single “Washed by the Water” Needtobreathe cast aside pop convention for a heavy dose of Southern soul.
Listen Now
Buy Needtobreathe’s The Heat
The Glorious Unseen – “Close to Your Heart”
Not your typical “worship band”, The Glorious Unseen combine layered, stripped down melodies with indie rock sensibilities. “Close to Your Heart” is a slow burning jam that isn’t afraid to take to time to build.
Listen Now
Buy The Glorious Unseen’s Tonight the Star’s Speak
Future of Forestry – "Open Wide"
The San Diego band, which was formed from the ashes of California-based Flood Church house band Something Like Silas, use walls of guitars, soaring vocals and a kinetic sound on the driving single “Open Wide”.
Listen Now
Buy The Future of Forestry’s Twilight
Jon Foreman - "Behind Your Eyes"
As part the Switchfoot frontman’s four-part solo album release (each one based on a different season), “Winter” is a fun, guitar-picking love song. Roll the windows down and enjoy this breezy little song from truly talented songwriter. The link is to a YouTube fan video:
Listen Now
Buy Jon Foreman’s Winter E.P.