Reviewed by Stephen Curry

This is a significant departure for IHOP's Misty from the congregational worship songs of previous offerings as it is a pop album with an earthy and rootsy feel. Produced by Brown Bannister, she has no doubt been encouraged to experiment with sounds and tones which bring a distinctive quality to some of the tracks. This is no more evident than in the title track exploring the eternal nature of life with a rhythmic blues sound overlaid with hand clapping and the sound of xylophones. "Invisible One" hauntingly declares "My eyes ache to see what my heart can't deny" and another bluesy song "Companion" takes on the perspective of the Creator seeking out a relationship with the created. "Audience of One" has an upbeat Latin vibe and sounds in part not unlike "La Isla Bonita" by Madonna. The unplugged piano based ballads "Killing Me With Mercy" and "Summer Girl" perfectly expose Misty's smoky voice. This album can be described as eclectic, introspective and experimental and although it does lack an element of cohesion, it makes up for it with beautiful melodies, thought provoking lyrics and one of Christendom's most recognisable voices.

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