Aware is the eighth album released by Salvador. It was released on April 29, 2008 through Word.
Critical reception The album has received positive reviews. Lizza Connor Bowen of New Release Today stated that "...The smart lyrics mix keen observation and genuine, vertical praise. On Aware, Salvador continues to answer the aforementioned question with one consistent answer: Jesus." Jesus Freak Hideout stated "Salvador doesn't exactly try anything new on Aware, but the guys do continue to perfect what they know all too well and that's making music that pleases..."
Track listing
Personnel Salvador Nic Gonzales – lead vocals, acoustic guitars, electric guitars Chris Bevins – keyboards, programming, backing vocals, horn arrangements Josh Gonzales – bass, backing vocals Ben Cordonero – drums Alejandro Santoyo – percussion Craig Swift – flute, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone Leif Shires – trumpet, flugelhorn
Additional musicians Otto Price – keyboards, synthesizers, programming, guitars, bass, backing vocals Chris Carmichael – strings, string arrangements Jaci Velasquez – lead and backing vocals (4)
Production Otto Price – A&R direction, executive producer, producer Nic Gonzales – producer Chris Bevins – co-producer, engineer Jerry Guidroz – assistant engineer Bryan Lenox – mixing Richard Dodd – mastering Katherine Petillo – creative director Ray Roper – design Allan Clarke – photography Samantha Roe – hair stylist, make-up, wardrobe stylist
Chart performance Chart (2008) Peakposition US Billboard Top Christian Albums 38
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