I'm the only rock critic in the world who's going to like this album. I'm sure you'll read favorable reviews in some kiss-up rags, but real rock critics hate bands like this. Kutless isn't an original band. They're another Apologetix — re-writing secular hit songs with Christianized lyrics. You'll hear Nickelback, Staind, and Creed ("Tonight" sounds so much like "What If" that I cannot not sing the latter's lyrics while listening to the former) in flawless radio-ready perfection. While I don't respect this album terribly much, I honestly love the output. A tune like "Again" gets in my head and doesn't leave. The everyday Joe, like myself, is going to like these songs.
Editors' ratings - Doug 3/5, Jason 1/5
Other coverage for this album
The Phantom Tollbooth 2002Reviewed by Trae CadenheadFive years ago I heard Creed in Wal-Mart and thought, "wow, it would be awesome if a Christian band could sound like that." Fast forward five years to a time when virtually every rock band tries to sound like Creed and you will find Kutless. The debut from Kutless is a good reminder of what is wrong with the Christian music industry. It takes a style of music that is already being worn into the…The Phantom Tollbooth 2002Reviewed by Josh McConnellBEC Recordings' latest release is Kutless' self-titled debut album. Online Christian retailers had clips from the release ahead of time, and once the listener gives it a listen, listeners may think Kutless is another [soft] rock band. But again this proves--do not judge an album by the clips, as the clips don't include the occasional hardcore aspect in songs. This album from the Portland based…Similar sounding releases
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