This Is the Moment
The Violet Burning

For those who enjoy both worship music and modern rock but sometimes have trouble finding that comfortable place where these two distinct movements intersect, This Is the Moment by The Violet Burning may just be the record they’ve been searching for.

This latest release collates many familiar modern rock devices into a unique overall sound, as The Violet Burning’s music deftly hints at popular mainstream acts without ever ripping them off. However, these various influences are always filtered through leader Mike Pritzl’s personalized vision.

Pritzl, who has a reputation for turning his song lyrics into a little personal therapy on occasion, mostly focuses on worshiping God here, as spiritual devotion saturates tracks like "The Only One." In the end, This Is the Moment is one fine collection.

By Dan MacIntosh
CCM Magazine
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