- Style: Pop rock with a Latin flair
- 12 songs in both English & Spanish
- Released: 2005
The Review
Henry Martyn, named for an English missionary who chose God over love, comes roaring out of Southern California with a fresh intelligent sound reminiscent of Salvador. One of the unique elements on this project is the inclusion of both English & Spanish language. Henry Martyn has a heart to reach both audiences, not unlike their professed hero, who after leaving his love behind, moved to India and went on to translate the New Testament into Hindustani, Persian and Arabic.I think they’re gonna do it with these passionate, well-written music. Many of their songs have a very dreamy feel to them, introspective without dragging, backed always by the best Latin percussions. Even the songs I didn’t understand, sung in Spanish, were enjoyable; spirit to spirit, you recognize and concur in the face of worship. The edgy “Naked” rings with an urgency that fits well with its message of focus. “Peuden Ver La Luz” rocks with fervency, Spanish guitar picking prettily through the changes. The title track quickly brings Santana to mind, with the same Latin rock feel. With plenty of tight good songs to keep you interested in spite of the language barrier, Henry Martyn will lead you into the language of worship regardless of your native tongue.
