dc Talk
Jesus Freak 10th Anniversary (2006 Digital Remaster)
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MOG Editorial Review
Jesus Freak marks the moment when Christian rockers began to realize they could could compete, or at least participate, in alt-rock's ascension. On the title track, especially, dc Talk embraced a newfound grunginess, teaching young Christians to re-appropriate a term that was once an insult. Elsewhere, songs like "Colored People" and "What If I Stumble?" show the band heading in a more pop-oriented direction, tackling issues like race and the inevitability of sin. By letting their freak flags fly, the boys of dc Talk managed to break through more than a few stained-glass ceilings.
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AMG Review of Jesus Freak [10th Anniversary Edition]
Stephen Thomas Erlewine
All Music GuideAfter building a dedicated following with three albums of Christian hip-hop, dc Talk make a play for crossover success with Jesus Freak. As the title indicates, the group members haven't abandoned their religious base. What they have done is expand their musical palette. Retaining a solid hip-hop foundation, the trio add elements of soul, psychedelic rock, and pop, making Jesus Freak their most ambitious album to date. It also happens to be their best. dc Talk fuse their diverse influences together with style and grace, making the music sound seamless. The lyrics frequently avoid standard clichés, managing to celebrate Christianity without sounding preachy. With its musical diversity and well-crafted lyrics, Jesus Freak is the album that will convince secular listeners that dc Talk is worth a listen. [This 10th Anniversary Edition features an extra disc of bonus material made up of live tracks, remixes and demos.]
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- Release Date 1995
- Label EMI CMG
- Genre Christian/Gospel
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