Our Graceful Words starts out anything but soft and gentle as perhaps the word 'graceful' may imply.  It's hard, it's fast, and they don't waste a single second throwing their energy driven rock at you.  Very apparent from Track 1 (New Fire) all the way to Track 11 (True Bride) is the handiwork of producer Mister Aaron Sprinkle. Aaron has also been responsible for production every Demon Hunter album and you can hear a little Demon Hunter influence in this album.  So if you're a Demon Hunter fan, it might be worth adding a little Sent By Ravens to your repetoire.

After the first two songs New Fire and An Honest Heart, comes I Hear Her Breathe. A remarkably deceptive song.  Aside from the catchy hook, the depth and passion in the lyrics resounds with truth - yet I have difficulty figuring out exactly what the reference means.

"What kind of son would I be if I let her sleep?  What kind of brother would I be if I let her sleep.  She's gonna speak. I can hear her breathe.  She is coming back to me.  And when she speaks, can we live with what we've done.  She's moving and I am terrified that we can't hear the whisper."

A lot of the album talks about revival in the church and one can only assume that "She" is the church.  If that is the case those are some fairly convicting questions.. what kind of son/brother would I be if I let her sleep?  You'll find similar messages of conviction, encouragement, and insight through other songs like Jill Plays Tricks, Jack Plays God, Salt and the Light, and True Bride.

Now on the off chance all you got is $0.99 to throw at a song, I'd have to throw my vote for Track 5 - Trailer vs Tornado.  This track is partially responsible for what turned the Tooth and Nail eye to these guys and get the signed.  It's great for driving, just watch your speed while you go.

- kyle