We Believe
Release March 2009
God is Here
Released August 2005
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Reviews
CD Review: God is Here
Maren Hogan
Contributing Writer
Heartland Gatekeeper Jan. 2006
www.heartlandgatekeeper.org
Maren HoganContributing WriterHeartland Gatekeeper Jan. 2006www.heartlandgatekeeper.orgGod is Here, a new release from singer-songwriter team Robyn Lensch and Diane Riegal, is an affirming, worshipful mix of melodious ballads and fast paced gospel. In the first track, "I Have a Destiny," the pair lends an Indigo Girls style to the popular worship tune.
God Is Here, an old school tune, lets the women mix their very distinct voices into one great praise song. The background completed with soulful backup singing and organ chords, is tastefully done.
This is Lensch's first recording of her own music in her studio, Prairie Rose. The result is excellent, although she could've had trouble on her hands, as varied as the music on the record is.
"Be Strong and Courageous", the third track, features steel guitar, tightly blended harmonies and serious vocal stylings laid atop a classic blues track.
Diane Riegal, a New York native, visited Omaha four times to complete the CD. Her and Lensch's attention to detail shows through in every song.
The piano, Lensch's first instrument, is a large part of virtually every song, but a variation of instruments throughout the tracks, keep the sound from getting static.
Easy to hear are the strong influences of Keith Green, (or for modern day music fans, Ben Folds) and Michael Card. Lensch's voice in particular resonates similar to Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls: strong, simple and soulful. On the opposite end of the spectrum is Diane Riegal, who sounds like Kathy Mattea with some grits. It's a very pleasant and dynamic combo, and I see why the two continue to perform together at women's retreats and conferences around the country.
The lyrics never waver from the clear focus of the album: Jesus. In "Behold the Man", a heart wrenching song about Jesus' fight on the Cross, we hear "Surely He has borne our griefs/By His stripes, we are free."
No sophomore effort, this album is a showcase of two talented musicians, who've spent years honing their skills.
Behold the Man
from the CD
"God is Here"
"The lyrics never waver from the clear focus of the album: Jesus. In "Behold the Man", a heart wrenching song about Jesus' fight on the Cross, we hear "Surely He has borne our griefs/By His stripes, we are free."
