JC Squad explained

JC Squad
Type:studio
Artist:Planetboom
Cover:JC Squad album.jpg
Recorded:2019–2020
Studio:Planetshakers Studios in Melbourne, Australia
Genre:Contemporary Christian, worship, Christian EDM, Christian pop, Christian hip hop, Christian rock, electronic pop, dance-pop, electropop, K-pop
Length:52:00
Label:Planetshakers Ministries International, Venture3Media
Producer:Josh Ham
Prev Title:Jesus Over Everything
Prev Year:2019

JC Squad is the second album praise and worship album from Planetboom.[1] [2] Five singles were released from the album between 2019 and 2020: "Kamsahamnida", "Unshakeable", "Ily", "Jesus Is the Key" and "JC Squad". Planetshakers Ministries International and Venture3Media released the album on January 15, 2021.[3] [4]

Critical reception

Joshua Galla from New Release Today said, "Planetboom achieved something few other bands and artists have, a unique sound. No other band sounds like Planetboom regardless of the track. It's memorizing. It's unique. It's over-the-top. It's everything I never knew my ears and soul needed. I adore all of the various instrumentation and eclectic soundscapes. This is one of the few albums I've listened to 10-plus times in less than a month’s time. I hope other youth group bands follow the creative mold Planetboom has set going forward."[5] Tracy Epperson from Faith Filled Family Magazine said, "There is no denying this album is written by Christ enthusiasts. This music makes me want to dance and sing loudly; its sound is uplifting and inspirational. The message is about redemption, overcoming and about being loved; altogether it elevates the soul. The music covers a gamut of genres from Christian pop to Christian rock and rap to trap, Christian EDM and easy listening anthems. Whew. With that said, I’d say that K-Pop is the predominant vibe. It is modern music with Christ centered lyrics."[6]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Planetboom | Planetshakers . . 7 February 2021.
  2. Web site: Jessie Clarks . Planetshakers' Youth Band Planetboom Releases 'JC Squad' LP January 15 . The Christian Beat . 7 February 2021.
  3. Web site: planetboom Sophomore Album ‘JC Squad’ to Release Jan 15 . . 7 February 2021.
  4. Web site: Planetshakers’ Youth Band planetboom Releases JC Squad LP Jan. 15 . . 17 February 2021.
  5. Web site: Joshua . Galla . JC Squad . New Release Today . 7 February 2021 . 3 February 2021.
  6. Web site: Tracy Epperson . Planetboom’s Album, JC Squad, Spans Musical Genres . Faith Filled Family Magazine . 17 February 2021.
  7. Web site: This Week In The Charts – January 25 . . 16 November 2020 . 15 January 2022.