God Is on the Move
Studio album by
ReleasedAugust 21, 2015 (2015-08-21)
GenreWorship, CCM, Christian rock, pop rock, punk rock, post-grunge, alternative metal, pop punk
Length34:58
LabelBEC
7eventh Time Down chronology
Just Say Jesus
(2013)
God Is on the Move
(2015)
Brand New Day
(2019)

God Is on the Move (stylized, #GODISONTHEMOVE) is the third studio album by 7eventh Time Down. BEC Recordings released the album on August 21, 2015.

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
365 Days of Inspiring Media[1]
About.com[2]
CCM Magazine[3]
Christian Music Review[4]
Cross Rhythms[5]
HM Magazine[6]
Jesus Freak Hideout[7]
Jesus Wired[8]
New Release Today[9]

Matt Conner, rating the album three stars from CCM Magazine, describes, "Through it all, 7eventh Time Down proves their reputation true and should break through to new heights."[3] Indicating in a four star review at New Release Today, Jonathan J. Francesco says, "While raising my hopes for their future potential, this releases still satisfies on its own."[9] Kim Jones, signaling in a four and a half star review by About.com, describes, "Every song delivers a passionate punch, perfectly aimed and thrown in love."[2] Giving the album three and a half stars for Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "GODISONTHEMOVE, despite its gimmicky title, is a heartfelt and down home project that is well executed. Sometimes meat and potatoes can be a great meal."[7] Patrick Duncan, allotting the album three stars for HM Magazine, responds, "don’t look for them to break any new ground in the genre with the release."[6]

Awarding the album four stars from 365 Days of Inspiring Media, Joshua Andre states, "7eventh Time Down have crafted an album loaded with worshipful moments, as well as thoughtful melodies about the human condition and our place in this world as a Christian."[1] Abby Baracskai, signaling in a 4.5 out of five review for Christian Music Review, writes, "Between the inspiring and encouraging lyrics and the solid musical accompaniment throughout the entire album, you will not be disappointed. 'God Is On The Move tells the stories you need to help grow your faith and is another great album to add to your collection."[4] Rating the album an 8.75 out of ten at Jesus Wired, Stephanie Crail says, "The uplifting lyrics and indelible melodies will remain with the listener long after the music has stopped."[8]

Track listing

Track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."God Is On the Move"Mikey Howard, Cliff Williams, Ian Eskelin, Tony Wood2:57
2."Hopes and Dreams"Howard, Williams, Eskelin, Wood3:01
3."I Still Believe"Howard, Williams, Eric VanZant, Austin Miller3:01
4."Lean On"Howard, Williams, Jason Ingram3:27
5."Always"Howard, Williams, Eskelin3:26
6."Unbelievable"Howard, Williams, Brian White, Pete Stewart3:41
7."Pray It Down"Howard, Williams, Eskelin3:12
8."Kingdoms"Howard, Williams, Miller, VanZant, Ryan Stevenson, Bryan Fowler, Holly Miller3:13
9."Beautiful Life"Howard, Williams, Rusty Varenkamp3:12
10."Revival"Howard, Williams, VanZant, Miller2:53
11."Promises"Howard, Williams, Eskelin2:55
Total length:34:58

Chart performance

Chart (2015) Peak
position
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[10] 21
US Heatseekers Albums (Billboard)[11] 16

References

  1. 1 2 Andre, Joshua (August 15, 2015). "7eventh Time Down – God Is On The Move". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved August 21, 2015.
  2. 1 2 Jones, Kim. "7eventh Time Down - 'God Is On The Move' Review". About.com. Retrieved September 1, 2015.
  3. 1 2 Conner, Matt (October 1, 2015). "7eventh Time Down: God Is On The Move". CCM Magazine: 38. Retrieved October 1, 2015.
  4. 1 2 Baracskai, Abby (August 21, 2015). "7eventh Time Down 'God Is On The Move'". Christian Music Review. Retrieved August 21, 2015.
  5. Ganney, Paul S (May 25, 2016). "Review: God Is On The Move - 7eventh Time Down". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved May 26, 2016.
  6. 1 2 Duncan, Patrick (February 4, 2016). "7eventh Time Down - God is on the Move". HM Magazine. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  7. 1 2 Caldwell, Alex (September 2, 2015). "7eventh Time Down, "God Is On The Move" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved September 4, 2015.
  8. 1 2 Crail, Stephanie (October 8, 2015). "7eventh Time Down Prove That "God Is On The Move" With New Album". Jesus Wired. Retrieved October 29, 2015.
  9. 1 2 Francesco, Jonathan J. (August 31, 2015). "Seven Points about 7eventh Time Down's Latest". New Release Today. Retrieved September 1, 2015.
  10. "7eventh Time Down Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
  11. "7eventh Time Down Chart History (Heatseekers Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
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