Published Tuesday 30th March 2010

Soul Survivor & Mimentum - Soul Survivor Live 2009: Not Ashamed
	STYLE: Rock RATING OUR PRODUCT CODE: 82819-16344 LABEL: Survivor SURCD5158 FORMAT: CD Album ITEMS: 2 RELEASE DATE: 2009-11-20 RRP: £14.99
Reviewed by Tony Cummings The release of the yearly live album from the Christian conferences Soul Survivor and Momentum was delayed somewhat due to the STL debacle at the end of last year. However, it's been well worth the wait as once again the quality of performance and songwriting is top quality. The predominant worship leaders this time are Ben Cantelon, Beth Croft and Tim Hughes, all demonstrating passion and flair, while the new songs here are memorable enough to circulate around the national church. Again the music from each conference is presented on a separate CD, the Soul Survivor disk holding 10 tracks and the Momentum one holding six. This year's album includes the great anthemic songs "Not Ashamed" and "Jesus Saves" that show how well worship and rock can be intertwined; and the power ballad "You're Beautiful" that does a great job in speaking of the overwhelming beauty of God. With so many live worship projects released these days it's impressive that Soul Survivor to be the market leader in the field. The opinions expressed in this article are not necessarily those held by Cross Rhythms. Any expressed views were accurate at the time of publishing but may or may not reflect the views of the individuals concerned at a later date. Interested in reviewing music? Find out more here.
Product Description
Soul Survivor Live 2009 recorded at Shepton Mallet in the UK, captures the energy and passion for God in praise and worship that pours out of this annual event, with Ben Cantelon, Sam Parker and Beth Coulson leading in worship. The trio of Andreana (Andy) Arganda, Tim Hughes and Sam Parker showcase the worship from the twenties-and-up festival Momentum on the second disk, including songs like ‘King Of Wonders’, ‘Our God Saves’ and ‘Give Us Your Courage’.

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Posted by Jonathan in East Sussex @ 01:18 on Nov 15 2009

This is the latest offering from the annual Soul Survivor festivals every summer that happen in Somerset in the UK, with the second disc featuring live worship from Momentum, the students and 20's version of Soul Survivor.
The Soul Survivor disc features perhaps 'the song' of the festival, the Phil Wickham penned 'You're Beautiful' led by fifteen-year old Jamie Rodwell is one of the highlights of the album along with the opener and title track, 'Not Ashamed', sung here by Ben Cantelon.
The second disc from Momentum has a different 'feel' to the worship. The highlights on the disc are a rather excellent version of 'Remember' by Tim Hughes and the Compassionart song, 'King of Wonders' sung by Sam Parker.
The band on both discs are musically and dynamically superb and collectively more than do the songs justice.
The production of both disc's are up to the usual excellent standard, kept in the capable hands of Paul Burton.
There is a good variety, both in terms of song choice, style and worship leaders.
Overall, a fitting CD to remember all that God did over the two festivals, possibly one of the best live worship CD's of this year.

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Posted by Andy in England @ 18:41 on Nov 12 2009

Awesome album! I pre-ordered the album whilst i was at the event and i recieved it today, and all i can say is, it's a must have! An awesome collection of worship to our awesome God! Brings back so many great memories of the event, and even if you didn't manage to go, its an awesome CD of worship. A great variety of songs, both up-beat and reverent, with two great songs led by the two teenage worship leaders that led this year. A must have, and well worth the money.

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