MUSICAL INFLUENCES
U2, Delirious?, Portishead, The Ting Tings, The Veronicas, Matt Redman, No Doubt, Tim Hughes, Kevin Max, Duran Duran, Henry Seeley, Third Day, Cold Play, Maxwell, Darlene Zschech, Bruce Springsteen, Super Chick, Sade, Switchfoot, United, Joth Hunt, Chris Tomlin, David Crowder Band, Lenny Kravitz, Dixie Chicks, DC Talk, David Bowie, David Sylvian, Enigma, The Jam, Randy Crawford, Jamie Cullum, Jeff Buckley, INXS pre-'85......
OTHER INFLUENCES
William P. Young
One Step Closer - Christian Scharen
Paul Scanlon
Rob Bell
Donald Miller
Bono
Eugene Peterson
Matt Redman
Erwin Raphael McManus
Martin Smith
John Piper
Rees Howells
Andrew Murray
Mike Yankoski
Michael Yanconelli
Mother Theresa
Sounds Like
11th Feb 2008 - INVASION THEORY
Reviewed by Mike Rimmer - Crossrhythms Radio UK
Originally from London, Jacqui Wakelam has been living in Melbourne for a number of years and has recently returned to the UK to live in London. She's brought with her a debut album that is one of the most exciting indie projects I've heard in ages. Let's see, where do I start? Jacqui is a great songwriter, penning songs that make you think and communicate faith in a non preachy way. She's also a bit of a rock chick armed with a strong voice and she's not afraid to turn everything up in a pop punk fashion. Lyrically Jacqui writes songs that cover the spectrum from the more worshipful like "His Will" to those like the title cut which makes the listener question their identity, and the dramatic "Time To Die" and the spiritual truth of losing everything to follow Jesus. Musically Jacqui has the perfect voice for this kind of music, capable of beautiful melody but then breaking out into great passion. Comparisons with Evanescence and Plumb are the most obvious and it's clear listening to this that Wakelam has plenty of talent. Highlights include the haunting "Star" whereas "A Different Kind Of Beautiful" explores issues of self esteem and "Cool" is a fun upbeat song that shows what can be achieved when you stand out from the crowd and dare to be different. Ministering in a way that's similar to Superchick and attempting to get at the heart of things, Jacqui Wakelam has unleashed a killer debut that is full of fun sounding power pop but musically and lyrically, it's full of bite! It's definitely worth putting in the effort to track it down and check it out.
I'm the insatiable searcher; always trying to keep it real. I endeavor to live inspired. I believe in an existence bigger than what we see. I pursue a purpose driven life. The less time we have the more we seem to make of it. I love God, my family are everything, I love people. I prefer the honest company of the broken. I have seen the divine in unsung places, I love it there. I aim to make others happy, leave them lifted not deflated. I want to move your feet or your heart, preferably both. Writing to me, is akin to a bacon butty with soft white fluffy rough cut bread, Ketchup, all washed down with a huge mug of tea :)
"God—you're my God! I can't get enough of you!
I've worked up such hunger and thirst for God,
traveling across dry and weary deserts.
So here I am in the place of worship, eyes open,
drinking in your strength and glory.
In your generous love I am really living at last!
My lips brim praises like fountains.
I bless you every time I take a breath;
My arms wave like banners of praise to you".
"Today Is The Day" from Paul Baloche's upcoming recording "Glorious"!
You may already recognize the song as it was co-written by Paul and fellow worship leader Lincoln Brewster. Lincoln made it the title track of his latest album.
Hey!!!! Itss been a time since I said hey!!! How's things?? Hope all is well!!! Me n gareth are lookin at going to see delirious in the states if we can that would be something else!!!!!
Baby, It's Me Suz! Nice Blog. If you Be Nice I'll Take The Old Photos Down, But Then That Means That I'll Have To Come Over And See You To Get Some Newies!!!! Much Love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Ooh that sounds like heavy stress!! Hope you're ok? Lots going on this end as well...we'll have to arrange a time for a catch up phone call soon eh? love to you, Mike, Jo, Zoe & Jonathan xxxx
From your blog it sounds like you've been a busy bee...I almost fell over when I read that you might come to my us of A! I knew I would meet you someday...I pray it will happen. God is doing wonders here...will have to share in a blog soon.
Thank you for your lovely note and wishes! I wish you all the best too and I look forward to more of what you have to share in words and song...........I love your music! blessings to you my friend! Kathy
Hi there! Thanks for the look at my pics! I have the book and have read it! I sure could see a lot of similarities in what has happened to us in the past! An awesome book! I'm so glad that you are out there for us! I just wrote a new song called "I Can Hear". I was inspired after watching the movie "August Rush". I'm going to blog my story and song so look for it! Love to you! Kathy
Much love to you...if we never meet on earth, I'm assured we'll be sisters and friends in heaven! Keep fighting the good fight...much of your reward will be when you see your Savior :o)
