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Last summer, the super anticipated sophomore album from Owl City, All Things Bright and Beautiful, arrived in our hands. To some fans, myself included, it was several steps above his Universal Records debut, Ocean Eyes, but in the end, for whatever reason, it wasn’t as well-received. Maybe it was because there wasn’t that one big single that Ocean Eyes had (“Fireflies”), but whatever the case, it didn’t gain the popularity expected. So while it seems fast, it’s not a huge surprise that Adam Young is already back with album number three, The Midsummer Station.

Ultimately, there’s so much to say about this album. Sadly, most of it is negative. The Midsummer Station is an album that leaves me with less and less desire to spin it again after each listen. If you’ve been expecting more brilliance from this master of the craft, you’ll be sorely disappointed. This obviously stems from the fact that this isn’t a 100% Adam Young composition. Positively, any of these songs could make it to a pop radio station and instantly be better than most anything else on said station. But for an Owl City album, The Midsummer Station is a severe misstep. I’m still an Owl City fan, but I eagerly anticipate his next album, because this won’t hold a spot in my record collection.

Artist: Owl City

Album: The Midsummer Station

Genre: Synth Pop

Length: 11 songs...40 min., 31 sec.

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Last summer, the super anticipated sophomore album from Owl City, All Things Bright and Beautiful, arrived in our hands. To some fans, myself included, it was several steps above his Universal Records debut, Ocean Eyes, but in the end, for whatever reason, it wasn’t as well-received. Maybe it was because there wasn’t that one big single that Ocean Eyes had (“Fireflies”), but whatever the case, it didn’t gain the popularity expected. So while it seems fast, it’s not a huge surprise that Adam Young is already back with album number three, The Midsummer Station.

Ultimately, there’s so much to say about this album. Sadly, most of it is negative. The Midsummer Station is an album that leaves me with less and less desire to spin it again after each listen. If you’ve been expecting more brilliance from this master of the craft, you’ll be sorely disappointed. This obviously stems from the fact that this isn’t a 100% Adam Young composition. Positively, any of these songs could make it to a pop radio station and instantly be better than most anything else on said station. But for an Owl City album, The Midsummer Station is a severe misstep. I’m still an Owl City fan, but I eagerly anticipate his next album, because this won’t hold a spot in my record collection.

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weekly schedule:Sunday: -Overflow open @ 8:45am in the Forum -’the HUB’ @ 9:30am in the Forum-Wednesday: -Uproot (Jr. High) @ 6:30pm in the Forum

upcoming events: -New Schedule -Coming up to fall we have a few schedule changes coming to NFC Student Ministries. NFCU is coming back to Sunday mornings on September 9th. ‘the HUB’ will then move to Wednesday nights. It will still be a combined service for Jr. and Sr. High. Wednesday ‘HUBs’ start August 12th!

-Parent Summit -This one’s for the parents!! Pastors Carol, Marcus, Nate, and Brian have teamed up to put on a Parent Summit August 29th from 6:30pm-8:30pm. More details on the handout, posters, and online!!

-Puppet Team - Anyone seriously interested in this creative ministry is welcome to come and observe practice on Sunday, September 16th from 4:30- 6pm in the Puppet Room in the Ferdinand Hall Basement. If you find this is something you are inspired to do, we ask for at least a 1-year commitment to the team...but you’ll discover puppets become a part of you for life!! If you have any questions, please call Director Anna Lee at 989.9579 or Bob & Debbie Elmore at 465.0689.

overfLow at the farmers market -Our beloved Overflow java bar is now at the Nampa Farmer’s Market every Saturday!! Come check them out on 1st St downtown this Saturday!!

care house -The Care House served 152 boxes, 645 people, and 1935 meals last week! If you would like to be involved or donate to this amazing ministry, please contact Monica Miller at the church office.

american red cross blood drive -This year’s blood drive is scheduled in the FLC Gym on Thursday, September 6, from 1pm-6pm. Contact Linda Clark @ 461-4044 to schedule an appointment or for more information. Identification will be required.