In A Perfect World

Rudy Nielson, vocalist, had been a youth pastor prior to forming the group, and the band was said to have a "strong commitment to ministry." Nielson told HM that "I don't say 'Jesus' and 'God' in the lyrics a lot... It's not overly preachy, and it's not overly praise and worship oriented." One of the band's goals was to cross over into mainstream markets in a similar fashion to P.O.D. After releasing three albums with Screaming Giant they signed to BEC Records.
In a Perfect World features the guest vocals of Pigeon John. rod laver again changed drummers, adding the rock talents of Jason Martin (not to be confused with Jason Martin of Starflyer 59). The band changed their sound again, seeking to distance themselves from the rapcore genre. As described to HM magazine by Nielson: "There is no rap-rap-scream, rap-rap-scream [on this album]." One review found the sound to have soul, r&b, and funk influences, but occasionally break into an Eminem-like form. HM editor Doug Van Pelt praised the new incarnation of the rhythm section, stating that it brought credibility to the band's sound.

Lineup

Rudy Nielson – Vocals
Ryan Farris – Guitar
Chris Butler – Bass
Jason Martin – Drums

Guest Artists

Pigeon John - Vocals