CFM MUSIC SCENE REVIEW
(These guys have a fantastic press kit! Everything I need was there, song lyrics, bio, the
photography was great and a sticker. Wow! Very professional.)
The self-titled CD is written and performed by Jeff Ellis. When I see this on a CD label it runs up a red
flag for me. Too often the resulting music is stagnant, redundant inbreeding; but that is not true with
this CD. Jeff Ellis has instead created music with his own perspective ending with an excellent
interpretation of what he wanted his music to say.
Track #4 “Change” captured my heart. This ballad is a seductive jewel among the aggressive
driving rock music. The beautifully haunting lyrics and music come together to form a mood that
swept me away. “Nothing ever stays the same you know there is only room for change.”
"Maybe I am just scared to love you." (Trying not to go all fan-girl on you, but I absolutely love this
song. )
Track #2 “Last Call Woman” grabs with you with the guitar. It is amazing how that guitar makes me
want to get up and move. The way it is played and the way the piece is written really does it for me.
Track #6 “Hearts on Fire” is very unexpected and uplifting message. "Hearts on fire, Open up and
let Him lead the way, never thirst again." Excellent lyrics played with a rich, full, upbeat sound that
gets the message across without being maudlin.
My one criticism: Jeff Ellis has a crisp clear voice but I would have liked for the vocal tracks to be
brought forward more on some of the tracks.
If you like full bodied, original, melodic hard driving rock you will like this CD.
My Space: The Cauze
Website: The Cause Band.com