I would classify Switchfoot as alternative and not Christian, although nothing in lyrics conflicts with a christian worldview. Music enjoyed by my teens that I love too. Their newest album "Hello Hurricane" is terrific too.
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The Beautiful Letdown
(2004, Christian rock, by Switchfoot, Label: Sony Music)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10. -
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Common Sense says
Christian rockers get (sort of) down.
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for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Beautiful Letdown
Parents need to know that the preaching is subtle and the lyrics squeaky clean. You don't necessarily have to be a Christian to like Switchfoot, but it probably helps.
Read our full review by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
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- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Best Album Ever Made
This is simply put, my favorite album ever. and just so you know Switchfoot is NOT a Christian band. their messages do tend to to sync up with Christian teachings, but that does not make them a Christian band
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Amazing Soundtrack!!!
I love Switchfoot!! They are a great band with a good message!!!!! Plus they Rock!!!!! Awesome Soundtrack!!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This cd is great !
I like this cd because it is great rock music without having the bad themes other music has overall great album!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Mostly Boring
Not that great. It has some good songs like "Meant to Live," "Dare You to Move," but other than that is pretty average. Has some very annoying songs like "gone."
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