THIS is an American Christian rock band originating from Eustis, Florida.Formed in 1999 with Justin Cox and Glenn Drennen on guitars, Wendy Drennen (Glen's wife) on bass, Phee Shorb on drums and DawnRichardson on vocals, the band released its debut album The Healing Of Harms in 2006.
In this highly-anticipated sophomore album, Unbreakable, Fireflight upsthe ante with a 10-track album brimming with hooks, catchy choruses, anda relevant message of hope through dark times.
Fireflight tackles the daily pains and trials people go through in away that feels natural and real.
There are a lot of bands in mainstream and Christian rock that seem to feel like they ought to write about issues such as suicide anddepression.
Not Fireflight.
Each deliciously catchy progressive rocktrack stares at a situation straight in the face and turns right aroundto recognise God as the solution.
Unbreakable is about not being afraid of what can happen to us inuncertain situations - a theme that Fireflight carries throughout thealbum's duration. The single received tremendous reviews when it came outand was selected as the anthemic promotional soundtrack for primetime TVshow Bionic Woman in November 2007.
Says Richardson: "I hope this song continues to inspire listeners to overcome a defeated mentality and find power to remain strong amid the landscape, not allowing fear to hold us back from having victory over the things that used to control us."
Richardson's vocals are as confident and emotional as ever, and theysound just right for crying out the album's anthems.
Stand Up is a call for the brokenhearted to find strength in their weakness and reassurance that they are not alone in their struggles. The chorus is a good reminder that no matter what, God forgives us and isthere to help pick us back up.
The album's acoustic closer, Wrapped In Your Arms ties all the themes together with one final statement of faith and triumph:
"You cradle megently. Wrapped in your arms ... I'm home." – NST 08/06/2008
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