Friday, May 28, 2010

Identity Crisis





By His Grace, I Am What I Am – 1 Cor 15:10 The world today suffers from a noxious disease. It enters at conception and we all bear the effects of it until the day we die. It is called “Sin”. Sin shatters the mirror that allows us to view ourselves correctly. It distorts the view of who we are, often leaving us trying to be someone we are not. The final diagnosis is that we have an “Identity Crisis.” On this album, Tedashii, gives us a wake up call and take us to a place of freedom. The cry is for men and women to realize that we are in a crisis no one can escape. Our only chance for redemption is through the blood of Christ by his death on the cross. If we believe in Him, and learn to see ourselves as a new creation, only then will our image be restored. Tedashii enlists Flame, Lecrae, Sho Baraka, Trip Lee and others to tackle this “tour de force.” With production from G-Styles, DJ Official, and others, “Identity Crisis” is sure to be not only an unbelievably creative masterpiece but a call for all to seek restoration. Direct, clear, bold, heartfelt, sentimental. When asked how you would classify his music, these answers brought clarity to the man behind the mission. The Texas native, Tedashii, yearns to see God glorified in his music and ultimately his lifestyle. The target market is ALL men and women, the vehicle is music, and the driver Christ himself. Although, Tedashii admits that he has a heavy burden for the constantly “forgotten” urban communities, the main goal is to show the world the glory of God through the redemptive work of Christ on the cross. Southern yet universal, fresh but old school, impactful and heartfelt, these phrases show the diversity of art that Tedashii wishes create.

Thursday, May 27, 2010



Editorial Reviews

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It can’t be said enough that DC Talk is one of the most relevant and critical forces of change in the history of Contemporary Christian Music. They brought the sounds and words of the streets into the consciousness of mainstream Christianity. And musically, they’ve done it in the most pleasing manner. This hits package is but a mere glimpse of the brilliance Toby McKeehan, Michael Tait, and Kevin Smith have displayed in so many styles throughout their 10-year career in DC Talk. There are beautiful ballads of forgiveness (”Between You and Me”), riveting rockers of conviction (”Jesus Freak”), and the quiet, stark realities of being role models (”What If I Stumble?”). New cuts “Say the Words (Now)” and “Chance” play up the sweet melodies these guys know so well. Older fans will enjoy the inclusion of “Luv Is a Verb” and “Socially Acceptable.” As long as the group keeps its finger on the pulse of the mainstream and its heart focused on the Almighty, another decade of hits is a good bet. –Michael Lyttle