Citizens Citizens

Gives me chills of excitement and humbles my heart at the same time.

This self-titled album by Citizens not only marks their first full length, but a triumph in a land of uninspired Christian music.

Citizens is about half and half originals and remakes of old hymns, and the band absolutely shines in both. Their indie rock style, mixed with meaningful lyrics, results in a fresh sound that has been long needed. Zach Bolen's vocals are the real prize here, but it doesn't stop with him. The band's talent shows in the driving drum beats, catchy and "extremely good sounding" bass melodies, and unique guitar riffs. Not to mention the rawness of the album that adds to the uniqueness of this band.

The power and emotion in these tracks is heard and adds to the depth of the album and, more importantly, the meaning behind it all. Jesus is worthy of all praise and admiration, and no doubt, Citizens makes that known.

If you love amazing music. If you like catchy songs, and songs that you can sing to over and over and over again, look no further. This album rocks.

These Guys are even better live