Album of the Year {2010}: The Medicine by John Mark McMillan
John Mark McMillan’s, The Medicine, is pure poetry; an album that transcends time and welcomes overuse.
It escapes passing by appealing to greater depths and higher motivations; a blending of crisp musicality and Dylan-like demeanor. The Medicine feels and reads like a personal journey in song format; each verse a look into the life of the man, his joys and trials encountered along the way.
McMillan is unique in that he directly and gracefully illuminates portions of his story most artists would disguise with misleading noise or stylized fashion, yet he doesn’t reveal his heart for the sake of attention but for the hope of initiating authenticity and real communication. The Medicine is an inviting album from start to finish; sure to leave a lasting impact, not concerned with garnering award or attention, focused on providing truth, love and fierce revelation.
Belly of The Lion from The Medicine by John Mark McMillan:
Carbon Ribs from The Medicine by John Mark McMillan
