Mark Schultz Album: “Mark Schultz”

I purchased Mark Schultz's debut album based on a few reviews I had a read and on the premise that his music was similar to Steven Curtis Chapman and Michael W. Smith, some of my favorite Christian artists. After listening to it a few times through I am convinced it is a VERY solid debut album with a few gems that will be in our collective musical memories for quite some time. The first cut on the album, "I Am the Way," is a great wake-you-up song that will be sure to get your juices flowing and "feeling up." it's extremely catchy in a Michael W. way - not quite a "Missing Person" but extremely memorable. the next song, "Let's Go," suffers a bit from the Billy Joelish beginning chords and "The Great Adventure"-ish chorus, but is nonetheless a spunky effort. after these two upbeat openers we are treated to schultz's vocal prowess on "he's my son," a song sure to bring tears to just about everyone's eyes. it's a touching tribute to a mother whose son battled with leukemia, and it's receiving A LOT of airplay.

the rest of the album features a diversity of musical styles (from jamaican to adult contemporary to upbeat country) as to keep things moving and avoid the freshmen tendency to have every song sounding the same as the others. my wife and i made use of the song "learn to let go" at our wedding for the father-daughter dance - the song fits perfectly. the closing song, "remember me," may be the real jewel of the album, with powerful lyrics written from God's perspective and nice duet work by Ginny Owens. it's probably my favorite song on the album...altogether, a solid effort from a promising singer-songwriter who should continue to receive accolades from the industry and fans alike.

I was listening to our local pop station in Dallas/Fort Worth the other day when "He's My Son" came on the air. I instantly fell in love with this song and had to hear more. To my surprise, after listening to the entire CD, every song is as good and meaningful as the next. His fast paced pop tunes as well as his heart-wrenching ballads deliver their messages without flaw. With a crystal clear voice and beautiful instrumentation as is on this album of songs, Mark Schultz is a name we will see at the top of the Christian and pop charts many times in the future.

WOW! I liked every song on this CD! There is a song for everyone on this CD. Mark Schultz takes you on a wonderful fulfilling ride for your soul. It was like a book you couldn't put down, each song with a new message and you want to sing along. There's rock you songs like "I Am The Way", and "Let It Go", and songs that speak to your heart like "He's My Son", "When You Come Home", and "Remember". If you like Steven Curtis Chapman, you will love Mark Schultz. Thanks Mark for a very special and well produced CD.

I first became familiar with the music of Mark Schultz when I heard "Remember Me" at a friend's wedding. Shortly thereafter, I bought this album and have since become a big Mark Schultz fan.

My favorite songs are "He's My Son," "Legend of McBride," and "Remember Me," though several others are also fantastic.

Schultz has a great voice, fantastic abilities on the piano, and a brilliant mind for songwriting. I have enjoyed more recent releases of his on the radio. I would recommend this album to anyone.

This CD is great, I can't believe I'm the first person to review it. Mark Schultz has a great voice, and he really can write great songs. I think if you are looking for a new Cd and can't think of what to get, you should relly get this Cd. With songs like "He's my Son" and "Cloud of Witnesses", this Cd is gold.