Ill be the first to admit that I often have preconceived notions about albums with, um, "interesting cover art, despite the occasional pleasant surprise that awaits inside. For Todays Ekklesia is one such album. Though I think this band could far exceed what theyve served up on this go around, it is everything a good metalcore album should be. The guitar work demands your attention, the bass lines move everything along and the drums act as the backbone for the whole musical assault, all while complementing Matties vocals nicely. What is particularly worthy of mention is the bands uplifting lyrics and dedication towards "the big JC. Its been done before but its always pleasant to hear a positive message weaving through metalcore songs, or any songs, really. Ekklesia is a hearty dose of positivity and heart-pounding fun. It will be interesting to see what their next album brings forth.
(Facedown)For Today
Ekklesia
BY Andrea DyerPublished Apr 23, 2008