Much Afraid [ECD] by Jars Of Clay (CD, Sep-1997, Silvertone Records USA)

Much Afraid, the title of the sophomore release of Jars of Clay, was based on a book by Hannah Hurnard entitled "Hind’s Feet on High Places" which is an allegory of the every individuals journey being closer to God.

Dan Haseltine, the group's lead singer described the album as "a departure (from their first production, but fans can expect) more of the same." Upon hearing this album, I immediately fell in love with their new sound in hits such as Weighed Down, Overjoyed, Portrait of an Apology, and Team and Sympathy.

Much Afraid contains 10 new tracks (Overjoyed, Fade to Grey, Tea and Sympathy, Crazy Times, Five Candles (You Were There), Weighed Down, Portrait of an Apology, Truce, Much Afraid, and Hymn) as well as the title track from their Frail Demo CD entitled "Frail."

In my opinion, this album is the perfect follow-up to their self-titled album as this is one CD which you can just pop into your player and sit back and relax. It's worth every dollar! Get your copy today!

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Introverts will especially enjoy the acoustic pop of Jars. Otherwise, it is a hit and miss venture like so many of their other releases. The hits will probably be dependent upon the listener's attitude at the time of listening.
Overjoyed is an introspective celebration of life, as is the popular Crazy Times. Hymn is a nice book-end.

The body, the in-betweens, can be simultaneously uplifting and boring at the same time. Some songs can bring great encouragement while others seem to plod on, especially Frail.

Although not as good as their first, fans will still enjoy this cd. For first time listeners, this might not be the best place to start.

Listen a few times, it's like that. The song "Fade to Grey" is catchy from the first spin! Overall you'll never regret picking this one up. If you are new to the band then may I suggest you pick up the "Essential Jars of Clay" album which covers a broader time frame and I believe even has Fade to Grey on it!