'' Picture Perfect'' is the fifth studio album by the American

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band

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, The album was released on July 14, 2017 through independent label Cleopatra Records.

Overview

The title track, "Picture Perfect", was chosen as the first single for the album. The music video was premiered on

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on June 14, 2017.

Critical reception

The album received positive reviews. Michael Weaver of Jesus Freak Hideout stated that "while the band doesn't change up their formula any, they do however, execute it to perfection" and that "there are some spiritual overtones interspersed, but Paul McCoy focuses much more on maintaining an overall positive message in his lyrics." Daniel Höhr of KNAC.com reviewed the album and he stated "There are definitely fillers amongst the fourteen tracks on Picture Perfect, so less would certainly be more in this case."

Track listing

Personnel

Adapted from AllMusic. ;12 Stones * Paul McCoy – lead vocals * Eric Weaver – guitar, bass guitar * Sean Dunaway – drums, percussion ;Additional personnel * Fendi Nugroho – design, layout * Dave Fortman – producer, mixing * David Troia – co-producer, engineering

References

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