''The Clearing'' is the first studio album from
Sleep for Sleepers
Sleep for Sleepers were an American Christian alternative rock band, also defined as an alternative rock and indie rock band. The band formed in Whittier, California in 2004. The current lineup consists of vocalist and guitarist Jamey Price and d ...
. It was released by
Facedown Records
Facedown Records is a Christian rock record label based in Fallbrook, California that is devoted to hardcore punk and metalcore bands (Christian and secular) with a few death metal acts such as Immortal Souls and Indwelling. Founded by No Inn ...
on May 12, 2009.
Critical reception
Awarding the album three stars from
AllMusic
AllMusic (previously known as All Music Guide and AMG) is an American online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on musicians and bands. Initiated in 1991, the databas ...
, Tim DiGravina states, "it's at least an upbeat, life-affirming listen while it lasts."
Andy Shaw, rating the album a seven out of ten at
Cross Rhythms
Cross Rhythms is a Christian media organisation based in Stoke-on-Trent, England. It operates an FM and online radio station, produces radio shows sent internationally, and its website has resources about contemporary Christian music.
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, says, "Sleep For Sleepers, have not come up with something completely original but there is enough in it to make it register."
Giving the album three and a half stars for Jesus Freak Hideout, writes, "With thoughtful, relationship-based lyrics and a guitar-heavy sound to back it, there is a lot to like about ''The Clearing''."
Timothy Estabrooks, awarding the album four stars by Jesus Freak Hideout, describes, "''The Clearing'' is a beautiful ride."
Rating the album four stars from Indie Vision Music, Scott.L states, it "is pretty much a gimme if you're into mellow indie rock with some great pop sensibilities thrown in at times."
Brian Morrissette, giving the album an eight out of ten from Christ Core, writes, "''The Clearing'' is a diamond in the ruff".
Track listing
References
2009 debut albums
Sleep for Sleepers albums
Facedown Records albums
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