Coming to Life by The Normals Cd "In trying to find a few words or one word which sums up this amazing new album, I could only think "spectacular." This new album by the normals is gorgeous. The band has taken a more stripped approach much like jars took to accomplish "if I left...." Just by listening to the first few songs, one can quickly realize that the normals have matured and have been blessed. "Every Moment" is a U2ish anthem, replete with Osenga's passion laden vocals. From there, the cd only progresses. "Black Dress" is a sensational treatment of the human flaw of lust. "We are the beggars..." is simply put, incredible! Guitar solo included! With intelligent and wistful lyrics like "Cinderella's slipper fits us perfectly" Osenga has matured in his lyrical prowess as well. "Hillary" is a sweet little tune, short, poignant, and pretty. "Don't Hold back" is another U2 like tune. "No alibis" is the kind of ballad which other ballads are based on, poignant, beautiful, and realistic. The wonderful songs continue. "Coming to life" is as beautiful as they come. I cannot express how much this cd has impressed me. I doubted the other reviews that this cd was far superior to the first, but I know now. This is leaps and bounds from "better than this." I feel like this band gave it all to Jesus and was just magnificently blessed. This is music to dream to, music to worship to, music which is the soundtrack of our very lives." cd110-00024-vg All used disks are professionally refurbished and test played before shipping and will play well in most machines. Disc's are also repackaged (labeled refurbished)