In Review: Back Home by Caedmon's Call
In Their Own Words: "This album reemphasizes Caedmon’s Call as an eclectic, folk-influenced live band. It demonstrates a musical and spiritual maturity culled from a decade’s worth of artistic influences and experiences.”--caedmonscall.com
The Buzz: They’ve spent 10 years together, honing their musical skill through countless live shows around the country, and it’s certainly paid off for this college-friendly band. This is a tight, talented group of musicians that isn’t afraid to explore new territory while having a great grasp of where they really shine.
FYI: The band’s fifth studio project, Back Home, features a slew of talented songwriters including the skills of Steve Hindalong, Marc Byrd, Randall Goodgame, Andrew Peterson, Sandra McCracken, Matthew Perryman Jones, Aaron Sensemen and Caedmon’s member Joshua Moore. There’s also one Cliff Young-Aaron Tate-Derek Webb collaboration.
The Bottom Line: This latest release seems to signify a shift for Caedmon’s Call toward a more consistent focus on worship music, leaving behind some of the more quirky compositions like those found on Long Line of Leavers. Not your typical worship tunes, these songs often explore spiritual issues from a fresh perspective. Worship leaders won’t find a wealth of choruses to bring into their corporate worship, but everyone will find a unique take on faith and an immensely enjoyable album.
Featuring: “Only Hope,” “You Created,” “Walk With Me,” “Hands of the Potter,” “The Emptiest Day,” “The Kingdom,” “Beautiful Mystery,” “The High Countries,” “Thousand Miles,” “Never Gonna Let Go,” “Awake My Soul,” “Manner and Means” and “Mystery of Mercy.”