The majority of the album features mid-tempo pop and softer ballads, casting a duller sonic pall over Camp's previous work. The opening title track may be the strongest rocker on the release and a likely standout single with "Lay Down My Pride" a close second. Restored follows along these lines offering a number of solid tracks that will no doubt continue to fuel Camp's ascension. Since day one, Camp's powerful vocal presence has been enabled, in part, by his own strong songwriting and outstanding studio production. Within the span of three releases, Jeremy Camp has quickly established himself as one of the powerful "voices" in Christian music. Granted, there are a few blemishes such as the cheesy vamp at the end of "Walk By Faith," a slower-than-it-should- be version of "I Still Believe," and the head-scratching cover of Tim Hughes’ "Beautiful One." But why major on the minors? Live Unplugged is a worthy effort and a nice inclusion to any Camp fan’s collection. Camp also shines bright on "Take You Back," "Stay," and "This Man." Kudos also go out to Camp’s wife Adrienne (who used to lead The Benjamin Gate) for some fine backing vocals.
Along with Glasco’s piano accompaniment, Camp delivers powerfully and emotionally here and maybe even surpasses the song’s original version.
He plays it safe with basic arrangements throughout, but you will hear some nice piano touches by Justin Glasco on "Right Here" and "Empty Me." The addition of the Nashville String Machine is also used well on "My Desire," which may be the best track on the release. It’s been an amazing ride for Camp and he capably displays his career highlights here in a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Ten of the 11 tracks on this release were penned by Camp and nearly every one has reached the top, if not next to the top, of the Christian radio charts. One thing that will hit you quickly about Jeremy Camp’s Live Unplugged is the number of radio hits the 24-year-old has already chalked up.
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