CD Reviews Josh Wilson - See You

Score: 8.6/10

Tracklisting:
1. Sing It
2. Behind The Beauty
3. I Refuse
4. Fall Apart
5. Know By Now
6. See You
7. It Is Well
8. Shine On Us
9. Always, Only You
10. Forest Fire
11. They Just Believe
12. Sing It (Reprise)
13. Linear (For Digital Deluxe)

Feel or style (Sounds Like):
Switchfoot meets Jason Mraz in beautiful collision of faith, musicianship and unique vocals.

Synopsys:
This album is, by far, the best yet of any of Josh Wilson’s amazing albums. These songs are motivating, thought provoking, honest and bold, all in areas where music needs to be and often lacks in doing so. Josh expresses each of these songs by utilizing a unique and desirable musicality. He tastefully incorporates a number of the various instruments, which plays in order to better this album, and truly set it apart from others.
The catchy chorus and creative fast-paced guitar of songs like, “Shine On Us” show the creativity and versed songwriting ability, which Josh utilizes throughout this album. The challenging words of “See You” show true struggles of faith but gives an important resolve in the confidence of God’s Sovereignty. Nothing could follow this song better than “It is Well”. This instrumental rendition of the old Hymn honestly blows my mind with the instrumental complexities and simple soothing flow. You will never be able to hear this hymn again without thinking of Josh Wilson.
This album’s pre-released single, “I Refuse” is not afraid to make the bold yet true statement ‘This world needs God.’ I would recommend purchasing this single to anyone, but it’s merely the bread roll before the entrée, as this album has so much more to offer. The worlds needs to hear what Josh Wilson has to say.

Exclusive ARL Quote:
“This is the most excited I’ve ever been about an album and the proudest I’ve ever been about a collection of songs.” -Josh

Cam’s Favorite:
It was difficult to choose one favorite song from this well-formed album. The instrumental “It is Well” puts my soul at peace. “See You” is so true, honest and completely vulnerable. My favorite song on this album, however, would have to be the catchy, fast-paced “Shine On Us”. This song is about Josh’s experience’s in India and I believe you’ll find yourself singing, “So shine, shine, shine on us.” over and over again in your head.

Song by song rating (out of 5):
Sing It (3)
Behind The Beauty (4)
I Refuse (3.5)
Fall Apart (3)
Know By Now (3)
See You (4.5)
It Is Well (4)
Shine On Us (4.5)
Always, Only You (3.5)
Forest Fire (4)
They Just Believe (4)
Sing It (Reprise) (4)
Linear (For Digital Deluxe) (3.5)