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| Brian Vander Ark | Primary Artist, Guitar, Percussion, Vocals |
| Craig Nelson | Guitar, Background Vocals |
| Mark Byerly | Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Recorder |
| Brad Vander Ark | Bass |
| Bill Kenny | Mandolin |
| Craig Griffith | Harmonica |
| Eric Driscoll | Background Vocals |
| Scott Stefanski | Drums |
| Erica Driscoll | Background Vocals |
| Karisa Wilson | Strings |
| Jon Frazer | Engineer |
| John Holbrook | Producer, Engineer |
| Al Mcavoy | Mastering |
| Alvin Finnerty | Digital Editing |
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Posted October 1, 2010
Brian Vander Ark's artistry surpasses the stage....
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Posted October 1, 2010
These persoanl songs cry with the same urgency as stuff like Springsteen's "Nebraska" or Morrison's "Astral Weeks". If often stuck on a solo nightime drive, as I am, these songs are solid friends to ride shotgun.
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Posted October 1, 2010
On Resurrection, Brian Vander Ark demonstrates what true songwriting is all about. This album is emotionally satisfying, and covers all ends of the spectrum. You simply have to listen to this album beginning to end and let the music surround you. There is no point in talking about every track, to me the album is all one track entitled “Resurrection”. Buy this now for yourself and all of the ones you truly love. -esotericnut
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Posted October 1, 2010
A must hear for everyone who is a fan of singer/songwriters. The Verve Pipe (Freshman, Villians, Colorful) frontman goes out on his own and soars!!! Great from front to back!! Also, do not forget to go see him live, even better live than on the CD
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Posted October 1, 2010
Resurrection is the best album I've bought in years. Great lyrics, unique music and Brian Vander Ark has an outstanding voice. I bought two copys, one for home use and one for my car. I don't ever want to be with out it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
When it comes to frontmen releasing a solo record, very often you will end up $15.00 poorer and dissapointed with the result. It is not the case with this record. Brian Vander Ark's Ressurection is a bittersweet record that is a real departure from the Verve Pipe's last effort, 2001's Underneath. Underneath has the radio friendly hooks and guitar lines while this record Is mostly acoustic with only 2 real up-tempo numbers. From the opening track "1229 Sheffield" Brian shows that the real star of this record is his voice. It has never been stronger. If you need proof just listen to "And Then You Went Away". Other standouts are "Secondhand", "Mileage", Someone Like You, and "Resurrection". This is one of the few albums that I can listen all the way through without skipping a song. The best compliment I can give this record is that I have yet to let someone listen to this record that has not loved it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I WAS SO THRILLED TO PICK UP THIS CD THAT I BOUGHT 5 TWO FOR ME AND THREE FOR FRIENDS. AFTER I SHARED THE AWESOME VOICE AND SOUND OF BRIAN WITH MY SISTER SHE TOOK MY SECOND COPY ANDIS NOW SHARING HIM WITH HER WHOLE FACTORY WHILE SHE WORKS. FROM START TO FINISH THIS CD MAKES YOU FEEL THE MUSIC TO BECOME PART OF BRIANS VISION A MUST HAVE FOR ALL VERVE PIPE FANS WORLD WIDE.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Resurrection, Brian Vander Ark's first solo effort without the Verve Pipe, is an amazing display of thoughtful songwriting, gorgeous singing, emotive lyrics, and powerfully addictive hooks. You will love this album, and your mom will love this album.
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Posted October 1, 2010
As the frontman for the Michigan based band, The Verve Pipe, Brian Vander Ark established himself as one of popular music's most creative and intelligent storytellers. With "Resurrection," his solo acoustic debut, Vander Ark has delivered a collection of contemplative ballads and fast-paced rockers that undeniably catapult him to the top of the singer-songwriter genre. Dealing with themes of failed relationships, broken dreams, and the clouds that inevitably lie behind fame's silver lining, Vander Ark takes the listener on an autobiographical journey rife with honest lyrics and vivid imagery. One does not merely catch a glimpse of Vander Ark's world; rather, he paints pictures that enable you to see the world through his eyes. In "1229 Sheffield" Vander Ark laments the disappointments and eventual failure of a first marriage--a marriage that by its nature had already taken away the freedoms of young adult life. Vander Ark continues this theme with "And Then You Went Away," which takes you inside the desolate home and heart of a man abandoned by a departed love. "A Million Things" and the albums title track find a more upbeat Vander Ark willing to compromise and search for the elixir to resucitate the passions that make love possible. Vander Ark delves into the fleeting fame that comes with being a one-hit wonder in the albums strongest single "Written and Erased." When he poses the cautionary question,"Do you want to be famous, want to get a taste, do you want to be written and erased?" it's pretty clear that mainstream success and MTV airplay might not be all it's cracked up to be. Finally, Vander Ark pays homage to his loyal legions of fans in "To the Front Row Junkies" which closes the album and reveals that his love of music and the happiness it gives people make all the pitfalls worth it. Indeed, Vander Ark has encountered many potholes on his journey, but he steadfastly refuses to get off the road. Buy this album, share it with a friend, see Brian perform live when his neverending tour hits your town--and you will see that this is not the work of a one-hit wonder. -Adam Butler-
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Posted October 1, 2010
Words cannot express how wonderful this cd is. I've been listening to it for a long time and to be honest it has grown on me immensely. It's simplicity is what makes it beautiful. The haunting lyrics and simple chord structures of each song make this record an unforgettable diamond in the rough that is the 2004 music scene. "Written and Erased" is the showcase piece and the first single to be released off the album. It has done well on the Alternative Addiction website and proves to be a favorite among the fans. "To The Front Row Junkies" is written for the fans as a tribute to the people who really love his music come rain or shine. "And Then You Went Away" is an emotional song about heartbreak and moving on. "Mileage" is another crowd favorite and Brian's voice really shines through on this one. Overall this is a cd that you cannot skip through. Every song is a highlight of this remarkable man's talent and passion for the music he writes.
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Editorial Reviews
All Music Guide - Christina Fuoco
Best known for the single "The Freshman," the Verve Pipe is a schizophrenic mix of anthemic rock songs, tender ballads, and Beatlesque pop tunes coming from the pens of drummer Donny Brown and singer/guitarist Brian Vander Ark. Although the Verve Pipe, which was dropped from RCA, is still writing songs, Vander Ark has broken out on his own with his debut solo effort, Resurrection. The 11-song CD is a collection of whispery songs that draw from experiences of painful breakups the ballad "And Then You Went Away", the rigors of living up to a record company's expectations the punchy "Written and Erased", and death "When I'm Gone". Over an acoustic guitar and muted piano, ...