Scott Faircloff
Scott Faircloff
Reviewed by Chris Well
It's always great to find a smart songwriter who keeps his balance. As it says in Ecclesiastes 7:16-18, it's important to keep your balance--God is Lord over all of our lives, not just the "religious" parts. Some Christian songwriters waste their time on spiritually shallow bumper-sticker slogans spring-loaded with the name of Jesus; some overreact and spend all their creative energy on songs that speak truly of the human condition, but without eternal perspective. Scott Faircloff's songs of spiritual hope and physical need, coated warmly in memorable, often bittersweet melodies, strike a near-perfect balance. Tracks like the sauntering "Pulling Me Closer" and the catchy, rockin' "Wrecking Ball Chain" are inventive praise songs, reminders that the Lord is calmly ever-present in our lives. The jangly "Frog's Lament" is an honest, light-hearted anthem for anyone who's ever felt unrequited love. The real standout is "Ultimate Sign": Recalling John Lennon with its amazing melodic sense, jaded rhythmic bounce and delicate harmonies, the song speaks of the importance of including the Lord's will in our romantic entanglements. Scott Faircloff is a must-have for any music fan looking for a little balance and a lot of brilliance.