Casting Crowns - The Altar And The Door Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the lead vocalist of Casting Crowns?

   The lead vocalist of Casting Crowns is John Mark Hall.

2. What inspired the album 'The Altar and the Door'?

   The inspiration for 'The Altar and the Door' came about 18 months before its release when lead vocalist Mark Hall and his co-youth pastor were encouraged by a student to look at MySpace. They noticed the contradictions in how young people presented themselves online versus their Christian beliefs.

3. What is the main theme of the song 'The Altar and the Door'?

   The main theme of 'The Altar and the Door' deals with the struggle Christians face in trying to maintain their faith and commitments made at the altar once they leave the church and go back into the world, where distractions and rationalizations make it challenging to live out those intentions.

4. How did Mark Hall describe the recording experience for 'The Altar and the Door'?

   Mark Hall described the recording experience for 'The Altar and the Door' as different from their previous efforts, with a more progressive approach to the music. He noted that the songs sounded different in his head and posed a big challenge for the band.

5. What are some musical characteristics of 'The Altar and the Door' album?

   'The Altar and the Door' has more rock influence compared to Casting Crowns' earlier works. It features a mix of up-tempo, guitar-driven songs, anthemic tracks, and ballads. The album's sound is described as 'flatter, rougher pop/rock' compared to the band's previous, more polished efforts.

6. Who produced the album 'The Altar and the Door'?

   The album 'The Altar and the Door' was produced by Mark A. Miller. Most of the recording and all of the mixing were done by Sam Hewitt at Zoo Studio in Franklin, Tennessee, and My Refuge Studio in McDonough, Georgia.