(NASHVILLE,
TN) MARCH 21, 2008 --Sarah MacIntosh first burst onto the Christian
music scene nine years ago with her band Chasing Furies, and now she is
branding herself as a stand-out solo artist with her new album
The Waiters,
The Watchers, The Listeners, The Keepers, And Me. MacIntosh’s first
radio single “More Than Hands” reached the #1 spot on CRW’s IAA Chart only 11
days after going for adds.
"CRW Platinum Gold Radio
Promotions is honored to work with Sarah MacIntosh and her new radio single,
"More Than Hands,”’ said Dave Koch, Publisher/Editor of CRW. “Our
reporters have
responded in a huge way to this
song. The lyrics and message that Sarah sings is powerful and Christian radio
listeners are obviously responding positively."
In
addition to her radio success, MacIntosh’s album is being hailed by the
critics. Below are just a few of the rave reviews for Sarah and her
album:
“The
return of Sarah MacIntosh bodes well for an industry in need of fresh
expressions. Welcome back, Sarah.”
--CMCentral.com
“(4
stars)...a terrific alternative pop/rock atmosphere rivaling the best that
today's modern worship has to offer.…stunning
vocals and a well-crafted alternative sound characterize this impressive return
from the lead singer of Chasing Furies.”
--ChristianMusicToday.com
“As
both artistic expression and an act of reverence, The Waiters...has been worth
waiting for.”
--iTunes
“...[MacIntosh]
invests each song with intensity and emotion. Her voice beckons and cajols,
entices, invites, and ultimately compels you to come into this musical feast.”
--Lifeway.com
“ (4
stars)...MacIntosh’s impressive vocals are spot on...this album isn’t anything
like what you’re hearing from Chris Tomlin or Israel & New Breed - it’s
modern worship with a strong alternative bent that MacIntosh pulls off
extremely well.”
--TheBridgeLive.net
“...the return of
one of the most unique voices in contemporary Christian music.”
--The
ChristianManifesto.com
David Crowder is
also a fan of Sarah’s saying, “Sarah’s voice lures you into thinking bits of
heaven might be here already.”
Produced by her husband Jonathan
MacIntosh (Luna Halo, Trevor Davis), the album holds a powerhouse of musical
backing with Vinnie Colaiuta (Sting, Billy Joel, Josh Groban) on drums, Brent
Milligan (Michael W. Smith, Tobymac) on bass, and Jonathan on guitars.
This incredible melodic landscape blended with MacIntosh’s angelic and
hauntingly vulnerable vocals sets the stage for an original and riveting
musical experience that is making fans and critics sit up and listen.
For more details and information on
Sarah MacIntosh, please visit
www.sarahmacintosh.com