Marvin & Gentry: Reviews

If you were a fan of Contemporary Christian Music from the late 80's through the 90's, this group might be more familiar by the name Peace, which it recorded under during a long association with former America member Dan Peek's forays into Christian music.
This decade has seen Ken Marvin and Brian Gentry following a more singer-songwriter style, evident on albums like 2004's Stepping Stone, influenced by such classic acts like Simon and Garfunkel or Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

*MARVIN & GENTRY/ MILK 'N HONEY RECORDS (SPRING ARBOR)
"Crosby, Stills, Nash fans take heart! Simon & Garfunkel devotees, there's hope! As unbelievable as it may seem, here in the late 1980's you can still find the sweet, harmonious, melodic music that we "over-30" folks thrived on back in the late 60's and early 70's.
Safe Harbour bears an uncanny resemblance to the musical styles popular 20 years ago, but such timeless music should appeal to listeners of all ages. I'm surprised that the duo of Ken Marvin and Brian Gentry wasn't discovered earlier.
Marvin & Gentry are talented songwriters and performers, and I expect that we'll be hearing more from them in the months and years ahead."
M.B.

"Dan Peek, too, made a return of sorts in 1994 when he helped produce the new group Peace, comprised of his old friends Ken Marvin and Brian Gentry, in Nashville, Tennessee. Unlike their 1989 collaboration, Light Of The World, Marvin and Gentry moved away from overtly Christian songs and instead focused on a mellow, soft-rock sound, admittedly heavily influenced by America. On the Peace album, which was entitled Stronger Than You Know, Dan co-wrote three songs, and contributed backing vocals, electric guitar, and harmonica. The record was commercially invisible, being released in limited, mail-order fashion on Dan's own Seven Mile Records, but he was pleased nonetheless.
Brian Gentry and Ken Marvin who comprise Peace remind me very much of Dewey and Gerry when we first met... I have high hopes for Peace. In fact, Seven Mile Records is my own label put together specifically for the band. I have even toyed with the idea of joining them. That's how much I enjoy their stuff. For the moment, however, I am content to work behind the scenes. Additionally, I continue to write and record my own things. In fact, I feel like an "artist" again."

A hard act to follow... Dan Peek & Peace turned out two more wonderfully crafted albums, the self-titled PEACE, and the critically acclaimed Under The Mercy.

When I listen to this CD, I think "America" in the early days doing Positive songs. Yes and Dan Peek From "America" performs on one Song "On Wings Of Eagles",which is my favorate Song on the CD.
Although "Turn Turn Turn" is great as well.
If you enjoy acoustic driven songs then you will enjoy this CD.

Their best CD!, November 17, 2006
By A Fan (VA) - See all my reviews

This is their 3rd and IMO best CD. Their style is similar to many of the acoustic-based folk-rock groups of the 60's and 70's. It includes a nice cover of the Byrd's classic "Turn, Turn, Turn", and former America member Dan Peek contributes "On Wings Of Eagles". But my favorite is "Dance". A very strong CD!

I really enjoy Stepping Stone - great music and very thought provoking lyrics ( Michigan Ave !!!!!! ), then again I have enjoyed all your cds as well as Peace cds. I can't get the earlier ones though and it might be even harder living in Australia - Safe Harbour and Light of the World. Once again, thank you for creating such great music Greg T. Australia

The new CD is excellent great harmonys and songs. Was introduced to your music through Dan Peek's Website and have all the Peace CD's which play on a regular basis. Anyway thanks for the great music and best wishes from a cold and wet UK.

Excellent CD!, November 14, 2003
By A Fan (VA) - See all my reviews

This is an excellent CD. 8 of the 13 songs are by former America band member and CCM artist Dan Peek. All the songs on here are good, the only draw back is that Dan's voice isn't as strong as it should be on some of his songs. Many of the songs have a harder edge to them, though there is plenty of acoustic based songs too. Best songs include Revolving Door, Windfall, Ocean Rolls, and Sweet Temptation. A very good CD!

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Very good acoustic sound , November 14, 2003
By A Fan (VA) - See all my reviews

A solid album by Marvin and Gentry. Very good folk-rock, produced by former America member and CCM artist Dan Peek. If you like acoustic guitar music, you will probably like this.

Brian & Ken: Since my introduction to your music through Dan Peek, I've bought all your stuff, (at least what I can get my hands on)... I just bought "Stepping Stone" !! .... Good job on the new Web page and CD Baby Site ! God Bless