In the Making... * by Nevertheless (CD, Jan-2008, Flicker Records)

Album Features
UPC:	083061087227
Artist:	Nevertheless
Format:	CD
Release Year:	2008
Record Label:	Flicker Records
Genre:	Contemp. Christian, Gospel

Track Listing
1. Sleeping In
2. It's True
3. Cross My Heart
4. It's No Secret
5. Rest
6. I Needed This
7. Longshot
8. Augustine
9. Topics
10. When I'm Alone
11. I Found My Way Back Again

Details
Producer:	Bobby Hawkins, Rob Hawkins
Distributor:	RED Distribution
Recording Type:	Studio
Recording Mode:	Stereo
SPAR Code:	n/a

Album Notes
Nevertheless: A.J. Cheek (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, piano); Joshua Pearson (vocals, acoustic guitar); Brad Jones (electric guitar); Adam Wann (bass guitar); Adam Rowe (drums).Personnel: Chris Carmichael (violin, viola, cello).The title of the Nashville quintet's sophomore effort suggests that they have not yet reached their destination, and that characterization seems a good fit after starting a new chapter so soon in their career. In the Making takes a turn for the lighter, landing them more squarely in the piano-based power pop realm. At times, this step away from the faddish emo pop of their debut is a positive, as it seems more suitable for Joshua Pearson's breathy vocals. This shines through on penetrating ballads like "It's No Secret" and "Rest," the latter of which features perhaps the album's most poignant piano hook. The only downside is that the change in mood might blindside the unsuspecting fan. Thankfully, they don't completely abandon their Mae-lite sound; fans will recognize it on the rockers "Cross My Heart" and "Longshot." Overall, the album adds considerable depth to their catalog and attacks their lyrical ideals from a refreshing new direction. Hard to argue with that formula. ~ Jared Johnson