Smell the Color 9

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Chris Rice's third release, Smell The Color 9, certainly confirms his place among the most talented songwriters in the Christian pop music world. His Everyman persona is once again played out well in songs like "Questions for Heaven" and "The Face of Christ," where the songs' characters realize divine presence in the most mundane details of life. As in so many numbers on Deep Enough to Dream and Past the Edges, Rice's characters pose questions to the Creator that we all struggle with but seldom seem to ask. Yet the doubts are always driven by a deep desire to experience God as Rice sings in the title track ("I would take no for an answer / Just to hear you speak"). Additionally, the silky-smooth production from Monroe Jones gives Rice's tunes an almost wistful quality here, especially on the haunting ballad "Belong" and the gentle "Home Tonight." Rice now brings more styles into his music, but it's the straight songwriting skills that continue to shine so bright. --Michael Lyttle --This text refers to the Audio CD edition.

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Chris Rice's 1997 debut was, in retrospect, one of the most significant albums of the last decade: It introduced a little-known producer named Monroe Jones, a tiny new label called Rocketown and an overgrown teenager/poet named, well, Chris Rice. In the last four years, all three have found more than a little success. Now on his third album, Rice steps beyond the quiet, singer/songwriter stylings of his first two discs, but the change is more a natural progression than a radical departure.

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Smell the Color 9

Smell the Color 9, Music, Chris Rice, Alternative CCM, CCM, Contemporary Christian Music, Pop, Religious / Contemp. Christian

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BETTER CDS OF CHRIS RICE

Smell 5 stars?

Some of the best lyrics

Excellent work!

Wonderful!

Smell the Color 9
Chris Rice
Manufacturer: Rocketown Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000055ZY0
Release Date: 2002-07-02

Tracks:

Questions For Heaven
Smell The Color 9
Belong
The Face Of Christ
Home Tonight
Magic Wand
Sailing With Russell
My Prayer
Somebody's Watchin'
Life Means So Much

Customer Reviews:

BETTER CDS OF CHRIS RICE.......2006-05-20

Chris Rice is one of those musicians that make you think, and this cd is the best example. I think if someone fell asleep listening to it lor listened to it for hours i think it might change how they dream or think. AWESOME CD!!!!

Smell 5 stars?.......2004-03-12

This is the second album I bought from one of my favorite artist - I it did not dissappoint! Chris Rice keeps up the good lyrics and catchy melodies. I must say that I liked "Deep enough to dream" a little bit better, but this is absolutely worth 5 stars(maybe 4,8 - but it's 5). The songs I remember the best is the two first, "questions to heaven" and "smell the color 9".

Run to the store... (or press, "add to cart") - you have nothing to loose!

Some of the best lyrics.......2003-07-23

This is a cleverly written album. Thought-provoking questions asked in wonderfully off-beat ways. There is nothing to fault in the music or performance either.

Excellent work!.......2003-04-05

This CD is definitely worth buying. I listen to it all the time. The first track, "Questions for Heaven" is amusing and thought-provoking. It makes you think about all the wonders around us and what they are. The second song is definitely my favorite on the album. It's an interesting way of stating that we can't do it all on our own.

Buy this album! You won't be sorry!

Wonderful!.......2003-01-20

I've listened to this C.D. and it is really a great C.D! He mixes good words with a catchy beat and it's just wonderful!!

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May wear this CD out
Delightfully Catchy
Smell 5 stars?
The Aroma Has Grown on Me
PRAISE GOD FOR CHRIS RICE!

Smell the Color 9
Chris Rice
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music

Christian Alternative | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music

Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music

General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music
Similar Items:

Deep Enough to Dream
Amusing
Past the Edges
Amusing
Past the Edges

ASIN: B000050HTD
Release Date: 2000-10-31

Tracks:

Questions for Heaven
Smell the Color 9
Belong
Face of Christ
Home Tonight
Magic Wand
Sailing With Russell
My Prayer
Somebody's Watching You
Life Means So Much

Amazon.com

Chris Rice's third release, Smell The Color 9, certainly confirms his place among the most talented songwriters in the Christian pop music world. His Everyman persona is once again played out well in songs like "Questions for Heaven" and "The Face of Christ," where the songs' characters realize divine presence in the most mundane details of life. As in so many numbers on Deep Enough to Dream and Past the Edges, Rice's characters pose questions to the Creator that we all struggle with but seldom seem to ask. Yet the doubts are always driven by a deep desire to experience God as Rice sings in the title track ("I would take no for an answer / Just to hear you speak"). Additionally, the silky-smooth production from Monroe Jones gives Rice's tunes an almost wistful quality here, especially on the haunting ballad "Belong" and the gentle "Home Tonight." Rice now brings more styles into his music, but it's the straight songwriting skills that continue to shine so bright. --Michael Lyttle

Customer Reviews:

May wear this CD out.......2007-01-10

This is my first Chris Rice purchase. The title track was recommended to me by a friend from church. I absolutely love this CD! Ususally when I get a CD, I like 3 or 4 songs but of the 10 tracks I can't think of one that I don't really like. Chris has a David Wilcox / James Taylor sound but his Christian perspective is enlightening and refreshing. A real find!

Delightfully Catchy.......2005-04-17

I read that Chris Rice is the son of Christian bookstore owners in Maryland. His 3rd release for Michael W. Smith's Rocketown label is an excellent set of tunes. His upbeat message is framed with such musical skill that his catchy melodies appeal to people of all faiths. The opener "Questions for Heaven" seems to have a musical circus atmosphere that perfectly matches Richard Borge's stunning cover art as Rice asks numerous questions about which many have wondered. "Face of Christ" is an amazing track with an expansive melody and Rice's moving vocals, "See you had no choice which day you would be born or the color of your skin or what planet you'd be on; Would your mind be strong, would your eyes be blue or brown, whether daddy would be rich or if momma stuck around at all; So if you find yourself in a better place, you can't look down on the frown on the other guy's face." The other tracks are also excellent from the nutty lighthearted "Sailing With Russell" where Rice does sound a lot like James Taylor to the amazing "Somebody's Watchin'." This is another excellent release from a great musical artist. Bravo!

Smell 5 stars?.......2004-03-12

Run to the store... (or press, "add to cart") - you have nothing to loose!

The Aroma Has Grown on Me.......2003-01-20

I've been a fan of Chris Rice since his first CD was released and was looking forward to this CD from the moment I heard about it. When I first got it, I was very disappointed with it and couldn't quite place my finger on why. I'm still not sure what the problem was, but this CD has definitely grown on me and now I rate it up there with his others.

The CD opens with the fun "Questions for Heaven," in which Chris lists some of the things he wants to ask God when he gets to Heaven. Frankly, some of these now need to be in an FAQ at the gate because I'm sure I'm not the only one that Chris has gotten curious. I especially enjoy the nods to some of Chris's previous hits.

The title song takes a serious issue and makes a fun point. God has used it many times to increase my faith when trying to figure God out was like trying to "Smell the Color 9."

Another favorite God has brought to my mind on more then one occasion is "Magic Wand." Patience has never been one of my strengths, but this song points out that it takes time to overcome things and to keep asking for God's help.

And I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the simple faith evidenced by "My Prayer." It always brings a smile to my face.

I'm certainly glad I didn't give up on this CD when I first got it. There's some great stuff hidden in here. If you already have it, give it another try. And if you don't, approach it with an open mind. It's not quite like his other stuff, but it's certainly just as good.

PRAISE GOD FOR CHRIS RICE!.......2002-07-24

I bought this CD because I had heard the song Face of Christ on the radio. I hadn't heard the rest of the CD. Now I have and I love it!! Chris says all the things that I have thought and wondered. When I listen to Chris I feel like I can almost see heaven. Questions for Heaven is musically and spiritually a joy, your heart sings along. I give praise to my Father in Heaven for Chris Rice's musical ability. CAN'T QUIT PLAYING THIS CD, THANK YOU CHRIS!!

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