Open Wide This Window
is the debut release from husband and wife duo
Marc Byrd
and
Christine Glass
. The opus has all the makings of Album of the Year. Dripping with production excellence courtesy of
Steve Hindalong
, the release is evidence of outstanding songs meshed with stellar vocal performances. The tune
"This Window"
has shadings of
Byrd
's last band,
Common Children
. Here his whispered vocals are echoed by the ethereal undertones of
Glass
. The cut is an earthy gem. Much the same, the tune
"Mercy"
is an acoustic standout.
's guitar talents are textured here and shine throughout the opus, while his vocals deliver every time.
"I Stand Amazed"
is a demonstration of two musicians with a passion for excellence and a heart for
God
. Lyrical reverence is matched by a musical bed of acoustic guitars and orchestration that's extraordinary. While
handles lead vocals with flair a la
"Everywhere I Turn,"
and especially
"I Love You More,"
her accents and nuances when singing with
are unmatched. While originally a
spin,
"God of Wonders"
is redone here and is both gritty and lush.
is an absolutely beautiful and evocative performance by both
. It is a most impressive debut. ~ Steven Douglas Losey