Openly gay couple Jason Warner and DeMarco Deciccio comprise this increasingly popular AC/pop duo. Till the End of Time is their sophomore project. Immediately attention-grabbing are DeMarco's rich mature vocals--not since boypop group PlusOne's Jason Perry have I heard a vocal of this character that I have savored so much.
Opener "Trying to Get to You" is undeniably the strongest track on the album. It is a catchy pop/rock song with an ominous intro and cool bridge spiced up with electronic touches and some heavy electric guitar. "Save Me" is a ballad with some world beat flair, complete with Spanish guitar, interesting background vocal stacks, and some impressive passionate vocals closing out the track.
"Be the Light" would be at home on any contemporary Christian radio station. It is a simple but inspirational ballad about doing good to others, with a nice arrangement accented by some thick choir-like background vocals. Title cut "Till the End of Time" (maybe because of its lengthiness) is relegated to the last song on the record. It also ebbs with a worldbeat essence and draws the listener in with its power vocals, solid harmonies, and ethereal feel punctuated by good use of toms. "Stormy Weather" would have been a decent cut without the horrible interspersed bits of "My Sunshine," evoking memories it being swawked out by a four year old pitching Sunbeam bread.
Personally, I would have liked to have heard more energetic songs like the first, but the disc fares more mid- to downtempo. However, I expect it will appeal to those seeking something adult contemporary to add to the mellow part of their collection.
While not a dance record, it's very heartfelt, and there is good use of reverb and delay to maintain a pop edge to the material. I think that with some time, stronger production, and more attention to catchy melodies, these guys can really step deeper into the limelight. I look forward to their next effort and "The Remix Album."
