Outline There are few, if any, Christian artists who better understand the dynamics of worship-oriented rock music than Chris Tomlin. On Not to Us, his second major-label release, Tomlin raises the bar for anyone who ascribes to this ever-increasing popular format. He has a knack for blending irresistible melodies and catchy choruses that nearly always leave a pleasant aftertaste. Tomlin's wall-of-guitars sound on the opener, "Everything," the title track, and the anthemic "Famous One" cooks up enough firepower to light a church service. His constant touring with the One Day worship caravan over the last few years has clearly taught him how to lead the crowd with loud. But he can also deftly switch gears while never losing focus. There's nice counterbalance with the softer testimony of "Come Home Running" and the beautiful "Wonderful Maker." Ultimately, Tomlin showcases here a seldom-matched instinct for infusing familiar rock phrasing with modern worship at no cost to the integrity of either. --Michael Lyttle
Item Specifications...
Record Label Sparrow Records
Dimensions: Length: 4.96" Width: 5.64" Height: 0.39" Weight: 0.22 lbs.
Binding CD
Release Date Sep 10, 2002
Publisher CHORDANT ACNT# 3707
ISBN 6645907982 EAN 0724353866129 UPC 724353866129
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I have one word for this CD 'INCREDIBLE'. It is simply the best CD on the market today despite any genre. Every song is excellant. A must have for any CD collection. Even the used market still has the price around $10 and it has been out for several years. If you don't have this cd you must buy it.
Best Corporate Worship CD of all time! Jun 2, 2006
Yes, David Crowder Band is my favorite to listen to, but this is the ultimate in corporate worship. A praise and worship band could easily do a whole set of just these songs and the crowd would sing along loud with every word. My favorites include: Enough, Not To Us, Wonderful Maker, Famous One, Unchanging, and Come Home Running. But let's face it, there's not one bad song on here. And judging how good "Arriving" was, Chris Tomlin has proven that he is the real deal. He has a great voice, great song structure, and you will always find a bible-centered message. This CD is timeless and I will have it forever (or until the CD disintegrates from being overplayed!).
Thank you Lord for Chris Tomlin! Apr 18, 2006
One day I fall down on my knees and said everything I haven't said to Lord before, over the song Enough From that moment on I started to lisen to every Chris Tomlin song that could ever come out.And comeing the from town Grand Saline, Texas we hear him a lot. YES,Chris Tomlin use to live in Grand Saline so it's a big honer to have him in our town. Thank you lord!
5 Stars and Beyond....Another gift from God! Mar 24, 2006
This is the second cd I purchased on Chris and it's fabulous.I travel over a large mountain to go to and from work.So during one of my trips home I had my favorite radio station on which is KLOVE and I heard Chris's song on this cd called "ENOUGH" That's all I had to hear.I stopped the car on top of a large hill and just simply gazed up at the over powering stars and cried.I was totally awestruck.The song just filled me with God's awesomeness and love.The entire cd was definately God inpsired.Chris is one of my favorite Christian singers and I recommend this cd to EVERYONE!All Chris's songs are an eleborate way of epxressing his love and faith in the Lord.His music is beautiful.Very easy to hear the words and to remember them as well.The sound of the guitars are gorgeous. Keep them coming Chris....you are one fabulous artist!
Genuine, heartfelt, and anointed. Nov 16, 2005
Not to Us is focused on giving God the glory, praise, and thanks He deserves. It's about recognizing God as the Creator and the Master.
Chris Tomlin is an anointed worship leader, genuine songwriter, and talented musician. He has been involved with the Passion and One Day albums and is known for songs, such as "Famous One," "Indescribable," and "How Great Is Our God," which are all Bible-based. Chris Tomlin's songs are sung directly to the Lord; they are a dialogue and come from the heart. Chris Tomlin is one of my favorite worship leaders, and if you like his style, check out albums by Tim Hughes, Chris Joyner, Matt Redman, Delirious?, Passion Worship Band, and David Crowder Band.
Synopsis of Songs: Everything-The theme of this driving song is "every perfect gift comes from You." Enough-This dynamic song is popular on Christian radio and cries out the theme: God is more than enough for me. Not to Us-This song focuses on giving God all the praise: "not to us, but to Your name be the glory." It exclaims, "it's all for You," and has a similar beat to the first song on the album. Wonderful Maker-This light tune contains vivid lyrics and describes the Father of Creation and our Father; Chris Tomlin sings about how the Majestic God created the earth, how He sent His Son to the earth, and how He whispers to us as His children. Famous One-This is a popular song, being played on Christian radio and sung in many churches. It has a unique rhythm in 6/8-time. It is energetic and gives God the praise. Come Let Us Worship-I love this simple song of invitation to worship. The River-This high-energy song refers to being soaked and cleansed in the river of God. Unchanging-This worship song refers to God's unchanging nature and His faithfulness. Come Home Running-This is a quiet, folky song and has a Michael W. Smith feel. It encourages the prodigals to "come home running." Overflow-This song questions, "Where would I be without You?" and talks about how God fills his children.
