If you were around Christian music in the 90s, you know one of the
most original groups out there was PFR. But, they broke up. Now,
the guys are back with Disappear. Although there's only ten tracks,
we're still thrilled. Plus, we've got more and more for the music
fans out there, so stay tuned!

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DISAPPEAR - PFR
by Rick Foux

Andrew. Hanson. Nash. PFR.

Much to their fans' disappointment, the group disbanded not too long
after the release of Them, which was thought to be their last full-
length album, in 1996. As a farewell, they released a "best of" album
entitled The Late, Great PFR the following year. They made a cameo
appearance on the Roaring Lambs project in early 2000, and now, after
their untimely "death" in 1997, the boys have finally resurrected
themselves with a new full-length studio album. That album is
Disappear.

Ironically, the album's title is exactly what the opposite of what
the band is doing. With each of the three members having something
new to contribute since their hiatus, Disappear is the strongest
showing yet of the band's unique mesh. One new precedent is that all
three members contributed penmanship on Disappear's ten tracks, which
definitely makes for powerful, captivating lyrics and several
different approaches to spiritual issues. Whether it's seeking God's
redemption and grace ("Amsterdam," "Even A Whisper"), struggling with
brokenness ("Language Of The Soul," "Falling"), or celebrating
renewal ("Missing Love," "Closer"), PFR captures each moment
beautifully and meaningfully in such a way that we can all relate.

Disappear is also a musical leap forward for the band. After the
crunchy "garage rock" showcased on Them, "Amsterdam" is a pleasant
surprise for an opening track, sounding more like a tune from Savage
Garden or U2. There are also several crossover rockers that could
easily make mainstream hits; parallels such as "Gone," which is a
feel-good break-up song, and "Me," a song about the bliss of love.
Then there are the easy going, laid back melodies of "All Ready," a
heavily guitar-driven soliloquy on the joys of Heaven, "You," a song
of encouragement, and "Closer," a poignant reminder of Philippians
4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Worshipful ballads such as "Missing Love," and "Language Of The Soul"
give us more than a glimpse at PFR's soft side, which has undergone
massive spiritual development and understanding. What's more, each
song has its own unique twing to it, so there's no problem with every
other song on the CD sounding the same. If any complaint could be
made at all about Disappear, it's that there are only ten tracks on
the entire disk.

After five years of reflection and growth, PFR has successfully
channeled all of their experiences into a form that they can share
with the rest of us. It's no surprise that Disappear is a winner.
Together, these songs weave a masterpiece that even the least of PFR
fans won't be able to put down anytime soon.

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ALMOST THERE - MERCYME
Hailing from Dallas, MercyMe has sold thousands of CDs and lead
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