The Noise We Make

The Noise We Make is the first commercial solo release by American contemporary Christian music singer Chris Tomlin through sixstepsrecords in 2001.

Critical reception

The Noise We Make was generally well received by four music critics.
At Christianity Today, Russ Breimeier gave a positive review of the album, stating that "Contrary to other recent worship releases, The Noise We Make is a pretty good album, filled with mostly original praise songs and a few repeats." In addition, Breimeier says that even "Though I can't rave about this first album, The Noise We Make offers enough to pique my interest for future songs and recordings from Chris Tomlin." Mary Brows of Cross Rhythms rated the album nine squares out of ten, writing that "Each song is excellent" because it "powerfully stimulates" her faith and calling it "A must for every CD library!" Also, Brows states that Tomlin's "debut album has a wonderful sound, ranging from intimate worship to vigorous praise, celebration and love to our Creator." At CCM Magazine, Mike Fernandez rated the album three stars out of five, stating that it is "an impressive debut" from Tomlin because it "sonically sounds better with each listen." Furthermore, Fernandez writes that "On The Noise We Make, there are songs to sing along with and there are songs to contemplate." Zik Johnson of The Phantom Tollbooth rated the album four out of five tocks, saying that it is "as a professional, well-produced project suitable for personal worship times and group settings."

Track listing

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Personnel

Chris Tomlin – lead vocals, backing vocals, acoustic guitar
Nathan Nockels – keyboards, acoustic guitar, harmonica, backing vocals
Jack Parker – acoustic guitar
Rivers Rutherford – acoustic guitar on "Captured" and "This is Our God"
Gary Burnette – electric guitars, bluegrass section
Pat Malone – bass
Steve Brewster – drums
Christy Nockels – backing vocals
Matt Redman – additional lead vocals on "The Wonderful Cross"

Choir

Singers on "Forever"

Darwin Hobbs
Leanne Palmore
Jovaun Woods

Production

Louie Giglio – executive producer
Nathan Nockels – producer
Chris Tomlin – producer
Aaron Swihart – engineer
Chris Mara – assistant engineer
Tim O'Dell – assistant engineer
Dark Horse Recording Studio – recording location
Small Change Studios – recording location, additional overdubs
Tom Laune – mixing
Bridgeway Studios – mixing location
Dave Lynch – vocal recording
ICC Studios – recording location
Les Moir – producer
Debbie Porter – photography
Origin Design – visuals