Search - Hyper Static Union :: Lifegiver

Absolutely Brilliant...

Sashanna | Taneyville, Missouri United States | 07/30/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I discovered HSU while browsing through the selection at Wal-Mart. I guess I noticed the sticker on the front which had something on it from Mac Powell and I am a fan of Third Day so I got the CD. All I can say is that I am happier with it than any CD I have purchased in a long time. Why? Well...

- Firstly, the music is refreshingly new. In an age when you can describe nearly every band as sounding like Kutless, Third Day, or Relient K, HSU stands out as something distinctly different. That is because they refuse to be shoved in a box. Just when you think you have them figured out they throw in a new musical style and you are like, "Wow... wasn't expecting that..." The music ranges from rock, to funk, to R&B and everything in between. The vocals are refreshing as well; a voice that is different and has fantastic range.

- Hauntingly nostalgic. I grew up listening to Christian music from the 80's simply because I chose to. I am only 21 so the fact that WhiteHeart, WhiteCross, Stryper, and Angelica were a part of everyday life was simply b/c that's what I liked. My Dad says this album reminds him of Queen in general. At times the music is very reminiscent of Sweet Comfort Band. Song 5, Right Where You Want Me, is extremely reminiscent of 80's rock, with a fantastic guitar riff, as is the last song, Now That it's Over.

- Worshipful, Touching Lyrics. From the first song to the last, this CD is full of lyrics that will uncover facets of God's character and our shortcomings as humans that one has never seen before. And the revalation will cause you to fall on your knees. In the first song the cry is for the Lifegiver; "You gave me a joyful song to sing when I was so downhearted/ You give me life, You are the Lifegiver." In song 5 HSU reminds us of God's incredible grace, "All of my words were profane/ The only time I called Your name/ I took it in vain/ Yet You heard my cry/ Even though I lived a lie..." The last song is incredibly fun b/c it is like the classic break-up song, with all the attitude you would expect, except that it is to Satan. "I must admit I couldn't wait/ to see the look in your eyes when we said goodbye.."

Overall, and incredible, touching, refreshing CD that leaves you thirsting for more. Look for amazing things from this ground-breaking group."

Wow, Now this is new and fresh

Todd Sullivan | Mount Vernon, WA | 06/08/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I stumbled upon this album through a friend's recommendation and I was hooked from the first riff. I have not been wowed by an album and a new band in some time but HSU did just that. This bands sound is hard to pin down to one genre or influence, There is an element of grunge, an element of funk, elements of pop, reggae, Soul , R & B, rock.

They have great hooks with very funky riffs playing in the background.

"Lifegiver" sounds something musically of a Lenny Kravitz or Jamarequa album, with a splash of pop thrown in. "Praying for Sunny Days" is my favorite track on the album and has a very R& b , soul sounding tune that refreshes the soul, I promise listening to this song will lift the mood a couple notches, with one heck of a catchy riff.

"Just can't Leave it Alone " is a spunky funky song that grooves heavy .

Hyper Static is poised to be the CCM Breakout artist of the year, an absolute must!!!!!"

Great release from Third Day's proteges

Music Lover | USA | 05/15/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Hyper Static Union is a band that Third Day discovered and signed to their "Consuming Fire" label effort. The band lived in Mac Powell's basement while recording this album in Atlanta, GA and judging by the greatness of this release, a little Mac and Third Day rubbed off of them.



The style of HSU is very similar to that of Third Day's which you would expect but I would describe the sound as little harder with a little more edge. Lyrics are great and all the songs on this album are great.



My only small complaint with this album is the fact that it's only 40 minutes long. I really would have loved to see another song or two make the album.



Overall, however, great album from these guys and I hope to see them in concert soon."