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Unseen Power Review

The name that means "rock" has spent the past 20+ years proving that they can do just that, and this is the ultimate example of their pure power. This is arguably Petra's hardest rock album, and to me, one of their best ever; from the opening clamor of bells that leads into the pulse-pounding riff of "Destiny", you know you're in for a thrill ride. The whole band pushes themselves to the limit on this one, and then goes a step beyond. The guitar and bass riffs absolutely thump on every track, and coupled with John Schlitt's nearly-impossible vocal range, it's enough to give me chills each time I hear it. The guys usually tack on a ballad or two to each album, but that's not the case here. They spend the entire album slamming, and only slow down near the end, and the last track ("In the Likeness of You") is just as beautiful as the rest of the album is rocking. Producers John & Dino Elefante wanted to go out with a bang, I guess; this marks their last production job for Petra. As far as I'm concerned, mission accomplished. This is one of Petra's most unforgettable efforts, and it's one of the true classics of Christian rock. It's almost ten years old, but it still definitely packs a punch. Get it, then give it!

Review by: C.W. Fitch, Amazon.com