Inspired by I Timothy 3:15 where Paul describes God's household as ". . .the pillar and foundation of truth,"Pillar lives up to its name in its mission. Drawing comparison to mainstream artists Limp Bizkit, 311 and Rage Against The Machine, Pillar weaves rock, rap and funk with catchy riffs and melodic interludes. Includes "Open Your Eyes,""You Should Know,""Father"and the title track
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Average Customer Rating: CDRelease Date: 09/26/2000 Label: Flicker Records Distributed By: Provident Category: Hard Rock ISBN 10: 747410704X ISBN-13: 787474107046 Product Code: 240 Length: 4.92L x 5.59W x 0.41H inches Weight: 0.19 (lbs)
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Pillar - Above
July 15, 2004
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Anonymous from USA |
From Flickerrecords.com comes Pillar's debut album entitled Above. Pillar has a unique musical style all their own. Their musical style is a combination of rap, hard-core, metal, and even some influences of reggae. Pillar's dedication to sharing the gospel to young people around the world shows with their straight-forward, in-your-face lyrics.
The album starts out with an intro that flows into "Live For Him", a song about being on the road, engaged in warfare for souls, and sharing Christ with others everywhere they go. "All Day Everyday" is the "heaviest" song on the album. A hard-core, metal song with screaming and all! The title track, "Above", is about praising God. The song is about how God is everything in their lives. "Everything to my God above, He's my one and only true love."
"Galactic Groove", an Old Skool-style rap, features Knowdaverbs rapping/telling a story about "living the rap life," full of futuristic puns. The song shows the life of a rapper today, and one in 2003. It also shows that through time, Christ was, is, and always will be in control of the Universe. The album concludes with the only soft song on the album, entitled "Father". Lead singer, Rob Beckley's smooth vocals tell about how God is their everything and how He will take them home, to Heaven, one day.
Pillar truly has the talent to do almost anything musically, vocally, and lyrically - and they take advantage of it all. There is something for everyone on this album.
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great rock band
July 17, 2004
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Anonymous from |
This cd offers alot to the listener although it's nothing new. Their standard rap lyrical/rock musical approach to music definitely opens your ears but at the same time doesn't completely satisfy your need for something creative. However, for lovers of the standard rap/rock, this album will rock your face off.
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PILLAR
July 19, 2004
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from Boonville, IN |
Pillar combines an AWESOME message with a never-backing-down faith in their lyrics, with awesome guitar riffs and beats to form a wonderful 14 track compliation that any rap/rock fan would love.
Pillar does a lot of rock where the lead singer raps his songs - it sounds similar, but not the same to, P.O.D. They have several songs that are just straight Rock, however, so you get a good mix.
Most importantly the message and teaching Pillar gives you on this album is exceptional. The message they spread with the awesome music they play on this album is phenomenal. If you even are remotely interested in this genre, check this CD out. It's very good!
Highlights: Above, Live For Him, Original Superman, You Should Know, Unity, Open Up Your Eyes
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This cd is cool
August 1, 2004
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from kerrville texas |
I got this cd after I bought Fireproof and I must say it was very cool except that I was disapointed with it being more rap than rock but it was and is a very cool cd
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blew me away
August 9, 2004
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J.R. from Ft Worth |
When I first heard the song "Live for Him" on our local Christian rock station, 89.7 power fm, I knew I had 2 get the album & after listenin 2 it, I loved it so much that I had 2 go see them in concert & they were even better in concert & if u ever get 2 meet the guys, they r such nice, sweet, & awesome guys w/ such a powerful love 4 the Lord that can only be understood through their music
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Great Ablum
August 9, 2004
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James from USA |
There's no question that Pillar is making music for God and that's what I admire most about them. They make great music without compromising their faith. This CD is a must have for anyone who likes rock.
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Good stuff
November 2, 2004
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Douglas A from Michigan |
I went back and bought this cd after loving Fireproof. A great rock-rap album. I really liked it.
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wonderfilled
February 4, 2005
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ben from |
Let me start by saying that this CD simply rocks. However, I made the mistake of buying their album "Fireproof" first, then expecting more of the same from this one. As I said, that was a mistake. The sound is entirely different (not as hard for one thing), as is most of the message. But the music just kind of grew on me and now I like it just about as much as I do "Fireproof". I can't really compare them because they're two completely different sounds, but they're both great in their own way.
So I'd recommend that you buy not only this CD, but "Fireproof" and anything else this terrific band releases. Enjoy!
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Just Blew Me Away... Awesome
April 15, 2005
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Justin from FL |
This album can be described as nothing short of awesome. It is full of groove and good energy. I can't help but jam when I hear it. I love the reggae sound they incorporate and the message is there. They come across as controlled and very well articulated in their music. No overkill on either side of the metal or reggae sound and no choppy transitions. How you can listen to this album and not give it up to God, I don't know.
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Horrible
April 30, 2005
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Skylar from Adel |
This is probably Pillar's worst album that's out on the market. The lyrics are horrible and, once again, you must have a very good taste for rap music. In my opinion, there are no good songs on this album.
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