We all know that my feminism-driven personality had led me to be an appreciator of female-fronted bands (and if you don't know, now you know). Flyleaf was one of the originals in a lineup that now includes the likes of Nightwish, Ancient Bards, Arkona, etc. It takes me back to high school, listening to "Red Sam" or "All Around Me." Though their self-titled effort was a good one, I really liked the follow-up, Memento Mori. It was a little bit of a concept album, and a lot good. "Chasm" is a highlight of the album (though not far ahead of "Beautiful Bride" or "Arise").
"Chasm" is another instance of Christian-influenced music that's accessible to a wide audience. You can listen to this melodic, borderline-metal number the first time and swear it's got nothing to do with the Bible. Well, it does (The Rich Man and Lazarus story, one I'm not familiar with myself...but what part of the Bible am I familiar with?). "Chasm" isn't preaching music, though. They know they're Christian, but they also know that not everyone who listens to them is. It's a strength they have, to even admit themselves that they're not defined by the Christian metal genre.
But enough of religion...that's how crusades start. This is about the music, people. "Chasm" is a good song, with lush guitars and vocals, and verses that show of lead Lacey Sturm's abilities as a songstress. Hella good, if there's any way to put it.
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