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Amazon.com Review
Michael Lyttle
The first thing that strikes you when listening to Toby Walters is his particular, distinctive vocal style. Like most memorable artists, Walters' voice is rich with a passion and sense of drama that convinces you quickly of his convictions. It's one of the more compelling reasons why Walters' self-produced debut release -- Somewhere to Begin – should rightfully garner attention. The alternative rock stylings throughout provide a nice bed of guitar-riff-driven music that never overpowers and keeps the light on the worship-focused lyrics. The opener – "Glorious One" – immediately sets a stirring tone with its ebb and flow of praise and building choruses. The track is nicely augmented by Jeff McCullough's accordion work and backing vocals from Molly Jenson. Several tracks later, Walters strikes gold again with the powerful "Harlot's Prayer." With its easy-to-grasp worshipful chorus, this song certainly matches anything being sung today in contemporary churches across the U.S. Other highlights can be found on the plodding rocker and title track "Somewhere to Begin" with its irresistible guitar riffs as well as the Coldplay-ish "Different Day" where Walters features some nice slide guitar and even a little falsetto to complement the vocals. Given that Walters himself produced and wrote the release as well as playing all guitars and piano, you have to take note that he's a rising talent in the alternative rock worship community. It's an impressive debut that not only demands a listen but should catapult this gifted young artist into a higher realm.

Jeff McCullough
Independent Producer
I love this CD!  I'm blown away by the production quality and songwriting of Toby.  The way he can move a song from a huge solo section down to a quiet interlude is epic.  Toby is one of the most talented up and coming worship leaders in the country and has a true heart to see the church worship.  This is evident in every song on his new CD.

Jeff McCullough
Producer/Engineer
(Big Mountain, Maranatha Music,
Something Like Silas,
Keith Jacobson, Phil Wickham)


Glenn Scott Jr.
Guitarist-Beach Boys, Eric Clapton
Toby is truly a blessed man of God.  I am blown away every time he leads me into worship.  His talent in leading and songwriting is amazing.  My heart is moved each and every time I get to experience his songs of worship.

Glenn Scott Jr.
Guitarist
(Beach Boys, Eric Clapton,
Chet Atkins, John Stamos)


Trisha Wuich
Saddleback Church
I loved Toby's new CD, Somewhere To Begin.  I love the uniqueness of his voice.  My favorite song has to be "Glorious One."  It's a great anthem for our modern worship culture.  I was thrown off a little at first by the boldness of the lyrics, but it made me intently listen and made me think more deeply about our need for the Creator.  There are some great points to be heard in the lyrics.

Trisha Wuich
Creative Director
Saddleback Church/Purpose Driven Ministries


Carlton Dillard
Riverbend Church
Being a worship pastor in a large church, I get hundreds of CDs mailed or handed to me for consideration every year.  When I put Toby Walters' CD, Somewhere To Begin, in the player and began to listen, I knew that he not only wrote music that connected with the culture, but connected me with the Creator.  His vocal stylings are distinctive and the music is heart-felt and passionate.  After meeting him, I found that the spirit of Toby's music matched his personal spirit which is genuine and compelling.  I would highly recommend Toby as a worship leader and a sensitive man of God.

Carlton Dillard
Songwriter/Recording Artist
Pastor of Creative Arts
Riverbend Church-Austin, TX