Album Of The Day: Summer by Jon Foreman

Album Art of Jon Foreman's Summer album - A photo of a blue napkin that looks like it was crumpled up and then flattened out again. On it is what looks like a simple drawing of a tree on the right side with branches full of leaves, and to the left a line of grasses of various heights.

Released on this day 17 years ago, this is the fourth of Jon Foreman's solo EPs named after the four seasons that we have in Minnesota, though I'm not sure they have them in San Diego where he lives. Songs like "A Mirror Is Harder To Hold" and "Deep In Your Eyes" are songs wrestling with love and relationships. I love the song "Resurrect Me", probably the most upbeat and rock 'n' roll song on any of his solo releases. "Instead Of A Show" uses Biblical prophet Amos's words to challenge those who use religion for their own purposes. And Sarah Masen joins Jon for "The House Of God, Forever", a version of Psalm 23. On this EP, Jon Foreman mixes ancient texts and his own thoughts and it all sounds like very fresh, acoustic pop that is relevant to our lives today. It's quick and beautiful, so give it a listen.

Release Year: 2008
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