Every Falling Tear

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Every Falling Tear
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Studio album by
Matt Hammitt
ReleasedSeptember 13, 2011
Genre CCM, worship
Length40:58
Label Sparrow
Producer Matt Hammitt

Every Falling Tear is the first studio album by contemporary Christian musician Matt Hammitt, released on September 13, 2011 by Sparrow Records.

Contemporary Christian music genre of modern popular music

Contemporary Christian music is a genre of modern popular music which is lyrically focused on matters concerned with the Christian faith. It formed as those affected by the 1960s Jesus movement revival began to express themselves in a more contemporary style of music than the hymns, Gospel and Southern gospel music that was prevalent in the church at the time. Today, the term is typically used to refer to pop, rock, or praise & worship styles.

Matt Hammitt is an American singer, songwriter, speaker and author. He was the lead singer for Sanctus Real, which has released seven studio albums with Sparrow Records, toured internationally and released 14 top five and number one singles to Christian radio. Hammitt left Sanctus Real effective December 2015 to pursue a solo career. He has since released one solo album, Every Falling Tear.

Sparrow Records American record label

Sparrow Records is a Christian music record label and a division of Universal Music Group.

Contents

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
CCM Magazine
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Christian Music Zine
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Christianity Today
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Indie Vision Music
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Jesus Freak Hideout
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Jesus Freak Hideout
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Louder Than the Music
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New Release Tuesday
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CCM Magazine's Matt Conner said the album "hold[s] an intimate power and authenticity backed by Hammitt's already apparent melodic talents. It's a compelling package that's not easily shaken long after the last song is finished." [1]

<i>CCM Magazine</i> magazine

CCM Magazine is a twice monthly online magazine about contemporary Christian music, published by Salem Publishing, a division of Salem Communications.

Christian Music Zine's Tyler Hess stated "there are songs out there that sound convoluted, but when it is known that the pain is real, that is when it is easiest to relate to and apply personally. When Hammitt sings his heart out, replacing grief with joy in the Lord Jesus Christ, that is when it is obvious that through the testing of fire, his faith has come out pure." [2] In addition, Hess said "you don’t have to be going through a tragedy to appreciate what is happening here, though it is certain to cause great comfort to those who are." [2]

Christianity Today's Andy Argyrakis alluded to how "the vulnerable storytelling will inspire those in similar situations." [3]

<i>Christianity Today</i> evangelical Christian magazine

Christianity Today magazine is an evangelical Christian periodical that was founded in 1956 and is based in Carol Stream, Illinois. The Washington Post calls Christianity Today, "evangelicalism's flagship magazine"; The New York Times describes it as a "mainstream evangelical magazine".

Indie Vision Music's Jonathan Andre noted how "This is an album for solemn reflection and declaratory praise as we sing to a God who has everything in His hands." [4]

Jesus Freak Hideout's Jerold Wallace evoked how this album left him with a "feeling reassured. Even the simple act of empathizing with Matt Hammitt's ordeal is painful, but his insistence that Christ will prevail is uplifting and encouraging. While the lyrics sometimes feel redundant, the strong emotional core and musical merit help balance things out." [5]

Jesus Freak Hideout's Ryan Barbee called the album "proof that Jesus provides peace in the midst of the storm. Well done, Matt Hammitt." [6]

Louder Than the Music's Jono Davies suggested Hammitt "put together an honest, raw, lyrical album, that will touch the hearts of whoever listens. A great set of songs on a stunning album." [7]

New Release Tuesday's Sarah Fine referred to the album "as a 10 song progression from darkness to light. Beginning in the pit of the darkest valley, and ending at the sunrise of the highest mountain." [8] Fine indicated the album "is a lyrical masterpiece, and by far some of Matt Hammitt’s strongest songwriting to date. I was blown away by the transparency found in these lyrics, and absolutely breath taken by how a song so simple could be so powerful. Musically, this isn’t the upbeat pop/rock style of music Sanctus Real fans have gotten used to over the years, but I think that’s what sets this project apart. This is hands down one of the top 10 Christian albums of the year and one longtime fans of the band and beyond will NOT want to miss. I speak for many when I say it has been a privilege to hear how the Hammitt family’s story has unfolded over this last year, and their continuing platform to bring hope to the hurting is sure to leave a legacy we won’t soon forget." [8]

Track listing

Every Falling Tear
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."All of Me"Hammitt, Bernie Herms4:04
2."Holding You"Hammitt, Jason Ingram, Peter Prevost3:59
3."Let Go"Hammitt, Joy Williams 3:36
4."Trust"Hammitt, Ingram4:43
5."You Are My Treasure"Hammitt, Ingram5:18
6."Without You" Audrey Assad, Hammitt4:03
7."Let It Bring You Praise"Hammitt, Ingram3:35
8."Little Light" (featuring Audrey Assad)Assad3:05
9."I Couldn't Love You More"Hammitt, Ingram4:09
10."This is Grace"Hammitt, Ingram, Leeland Dayton Mooring 4:29
Total length:40:58

Charts

Album

Chart (2011)Peak
positions
US Billboard Christian Albums 26 [9]
US Billboard Heatseaker Albums 29 [9]

Singles

YearSinglePeak chart positions
US Christian
2011"All of Me"11 [10]
"Holding You"—
"Trust"—
"You Are My Treasure"—

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References

  1. 1 2 Conner, Matt (September 2011). "Review: Every Falling Tear". CCM Magazine . p. 38. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  2. 1 2 3 Hess, Tyler (2011-08-12). "Review: Every Falling Tear". Christian Music Zine. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  3. 1 2 Argyrakis, Andy (September 2011). "Review: Every Falling Tear". Christianity Today . Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  4. 1 2 Andre, Jonathan (2012-05-05). "Matt Hammitt - Every Falling Tear". Indie Vision Music. Retrieved 2012-04-04.
  5. 1 2 Wallace, Jerold (2011-07-09). "Review: Every Falling Tear". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  6. 1 2 Barbee, Ryan (2011-09-07). "Review: Every Falling Tear". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  7. 1 2 Davies, Jono (2011-07-13). "Review: Every Falling Tear". Louder Than the Music. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  8. 1 2 3 Fine, Sarah (2011-09-07). "Review: Every Falling Year". New Release Tuesday. Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  9. 1 2 Billboard (2011-10-01). "Every Falling Tear - Matt Hammitt". Billboard . Retrieved 2012-01-28.
  10. ↑ Billboard (2012-01-27). "Matt Hammitt Album & Song Chart History". Billboard . Retrieved 2012-01-27.
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