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In 2006, fans were greatly troubled after learning that Number One Gun had decided to go their separate ways, despite their growing popularity. After forming 2 new bands and one member joining another, most feared that the last chord had been struck by one of their favorite bands. Jeff Schneeweis formed The North Pole Project, and began recording with Tooth and Nail. After anticipation had begun to grow for The Projects debut album, word came out that Number One Gun wasn’t done yet. In fact, The Project was becoming Number One Gun. And thus, the rebirth of NOG. The North Pole Project became the name for the debut album of the new Number One Gun.
Much of the sound is very similar even though Schneeweis is going it solo on this project. The result is a sound that borders on electronic and experimental rock, with some balladesque moments interspersed throughout. Many of the lyrics on the album deal with the issue of relationship. “The Best of You and Me” speaks about a couple that can never get close enough to each other because of the secrets that they keep from each other. The first single from the album “Million” seems to speak to to the hope that we have in Christ. The general feel of the album is hopeful, and is primarily written from the perspective of someone that is searching and seeking for hope, love, and security in their life. “Get me out of this before I get to deep!” is cry in the song “Bad Habits”. Both “Find Your Escape” and “The Different Ones” are two of the strongest tracks musically.
Overall, the entire album is excellent. And with each listen, it gets better and better. This is definitely one of the best releases of the past few months and has the potential to continue what has already began for Jeff Schneeweis.
4/5
