The Love in Between
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| Studio album by Matt Maher | ||||
| Released | September 20, 2011 | |||
| Genre | CCM, worship | |||
| Length | 47:42 | |||
| Label | Essential Records | |||
| Producer | Matt Maher, Paul Moak | |||
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| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic |    |
| Alpha Omega News | A |
| Alt Rock Live |   |
| Christian Broadcasting Network |   |
| CCM Magazine | |
| Christian Music Review | (4.75/5) |
| Christianity Today | |
| Cross Rhythms | |
| Indie Vision Music | |
| Jesus Freak Hideout |
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| Louder Than the Music | |
| New Release Tuesday | |
| The Phantom Tollbooth | |
The Love in Between is the third studio album by contemporary Christian musician Matt Maher, released on September 20, 2011. It is his third album with Essential Records. It was released on September 20, 2011.
Allmusic's David Jeffries evoked about this "album that would play just as well at any given heartland bar on Friday night as it would after worship on Sunday." He noted "even though the big, dramatic rock moments and the sociological storytelling might throw some returning fans, his love for his fellow man shines through, so the driving force remains the same even when it’s not always called out by name."
Alpha Omega News' Tom Frigoli surmised "'The Love In Between' continues to paint the gospel in a relevant way with a bold, new sound." Also, he wrote that "Matt’s new album really caught my attention. He’ stepped out of his comfort zone and into a fresh, bold new sound, yet his profound, unwavering message remains. Overall, the album features a strong, fun, southern rock sound, which I found refreshing and exciting."
Alt Rock Live's Jonathan Faulkner cautioned that if the listener wants his past worship style albums in this effort "you will be disappointed, however if you are looking for a strong outing that will encourage and challenge you then look no further The Love in Between will do just that." Further, he summed up by saying that "All in all The Love in Between exceeds expectations initially set for it. It will most defiantly be a favorite of fans of Matt Maher for a long time to come. I highly recommend this album if you are looking for a present or just want a strong addition to your collection."
Christian Broadcasting Network's Chris Carpenter alluded to the album "fusing equal parts rock, folk, and some blues scattered in the mix, Matt Maher has crafted a gem on his third release". He noted the album "definitely shows significant growth over previous releases".
CCM Magazine's Andy Argyrakis said the album "explores themes of suffering, grace and redemption over folk and American instrumentation (albeit pedestrian at times) that strikes a stable balance between building up the body of Christ and offering comfort to the weary."
Christian Music Review's Justin Morden stated this album "brings up the topics that many Christians are going through today: suffering, doubt, pain. However, Matt Maher reminds us that there is Someone who cares about us, that we do mean something, and that there is hope. Through this album, Matt talks about the Lord’s great love and how we can always find refuge and a Savior through Him. With encouraging lyrics and a great combination of pop and worship music, The Love In Between is a solid record that will not disappoint Maher fans and is sure to delight Contemporary Christian Music listeners as well."
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