Voices in Shadows
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Voices in Shadows is the first studio album by Christian alternative rock band The Choir (known as "Youth Choir" at this point), released in early 1985.
, that got their start under the aegis of Calvary Chapel
. While bands like Altar Boys
, Undercover
and Crumbacher
were blatantly evangelical
in their approach, Youth Choir's lyrics were more measured and subtle—even questioning—and this would remain one of the defining aspects of the band. Musically, Thom Roy referred to the band's early style as the "San Francisco Sound
," but the influences are primarily British, and echoes of U2
can be felt all over the record, which was for the most part critically well-received. The album's first single, "Someone's Calling," was also a popular hit on Christian rock
radio at the time.
Although credited as the band's drummer, Steve Hindalong
did not play a single beat on this record, as he was in another group called Lucky Stiffs, and wasn't ready to commit full-time to Youth Choir. The drums are instead performed by a drum machine.
The crashing sound during the instrumental break in "Someone's Calling" is the sound of a hubcab being thrown across the studio floor by Steve Hindalong
.
Recording history
Youth Choir was part of a group of Christian alternative rock bands, primarily based out of Orange County, CaliforniaOrange County, California
Orange County is a county in the U.S. state of California. Its county seat is Santa Ana. As of the 2010 census, its population was 3,010,232, up from 2,846,293 at the 2000 census, making it the third most populous county in California, behind Los Angeles County and San Diego County...
, that got their start under the aegis of Calvary Chapel
Calvary Chapel
Calvary Chapel is an evangelical association of Christian churches with over one thousand congregations worldwide. Calvary Chapel also maintains a number of radio stations around the world and operates many local Calvary Chapel Bible College programs. It presents itself as a "fellowship of...
. While bands like Altar Boys
Altar Boys
Altar Boys are a Christian punk rock band from California, formed in 1982. They are Mike Stand , Jeff Crandall , Steve Pannier , Mark Robertson , and Ric Alba.-Background:...
, Undercover
Undercover (band)
Undercover is an American Christian punk band based in Southern California.-History:Formed in the early 1980s by Joey "Ojo" Taylor in southern California, Undercover brought a new sound to the Contemporary Christian Music scene that differed from the Christian rock and Christian metal bands of the...
and Crumbacher
Crumbächer
Crumbächer was an American Christian new wave and synthpop band in the 1980s, headed by Stephen Crumbächer.-History:After five years of friendship, Stephen Crumbächer, Dawn Wisner and Jim Wisner played their first performance as Crumbächer at a New Year's Eve show in 1983...
were blatantly evangelical
Evangelism
Evangelism refers to the practice of relaying information about a particular set of beliefs to others who do not hold those beliefs. The term is often used in reference to Christianity....
in their approach, Youth Choir's lyrics were more measured and subtle—even questioning—and this would remain one of the defining aspects of the band. Musically, Thom Roy referred to the band's early style as the "San Francisco Sound
San Francisco Sound
The San Francisco Sound refers to rock music performed live and recorded by San Francisco-based rock groups of the mid 1960s to early 1970s. It was associated with the counterculture community in San Francisco during these years.- Stylistic Dimensions :...
," but the influences are primarily British, and echoes of U2
U2
U2 are an Irish rock band from Dublin. Formed in 1976, the group consists of Bono , The Edge , Adam Clayton , and Larry Mullen, Jr. . U2's early sound was rooted in post-punk but eventually grew to incorporate influences from many genres of popular music...
can be felt all over the record, which was for the most part critically well-received. The album's first single, "Someone's Calling," was also a popular hit on Christian rock
Christian rock
Christian rock is a form of rock music played by individuals and bands whose members are Christians and who often focus the lyrics on matters concerned with the Christian faith. The extent to which their lyrics are explicitly Christian varies between bands...
radio at the time.
Although credited as the band's drummer, Steve Hindalong
Steve Hindalong
Steve Hindalong is an American drummer, percussionist, songwriter and producer best known for his work with the alternative rock band The Choir...
did not play a single beat on this record, as he was in another group called Lucky Stiffs, and wasn't ready to commit full-time to Youth Choir. The drums are instead performed by a drum machine.
Track listing
All songs written and performed by Youth Choir.- "Someone's Calling" – 4:21
- "Wounds of a Young Heart" – 2:38
- "Dreams" – 3:48
- "Another Heart" – 3:32
- "Why Are All the Children Crying" – 4:31
- "Another World" – 3:54
- "Here in the Night" – 4:17
- "Alright Tonight" – 2:54
- "Anyone But You" – 3:34
- "A Million Years" – 3:41
Personnel
- Derri DaughertyDerri DaughertyDerri Daugherty is an American record producer, songwriter, guitarist and singer, best known as the lead singer and guitarist for band The Choir....
- Guitars, vocals - Mike Sauerbrey - Bass guitar
- Steve HindalongSteve HindalongSteve Hindalong is an American drummer, percussionist, songwriter and producer best known for his work with the alternative rock band The Choir...
- Drums, vocals, percussion
Production
- Producer and engineer - Thom Roy
The crashing sound during the instrumental break in "Someone's Calling" is the sound of a hubcab being thrown across the studio floor by Steve Hindalong
Steve Hindalong
Steve Hindalong is an American drummer, percussionist, songwriter and producer best known for his work with the alternative rock band The Choir...
.