Genre: Pop/Rock
Members: Alyssa Barlow (vocals, bass, keyboards), Lauren Barlow (vocals, drums), Rebecca Barlow (guitar, backing vocals)
For fans of: Superchic[k], Evanescence, Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson, The Go-Gos
Label: Fervent/Word Records

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For some people it takes a lifetime to discover their true voice. After all it takes time to be still, listen to what God is giving you to say, and then craft a way of effectively sharing that message with others. On BarlowGirl's new album, How Can We Be Silent, it's obvious the sisters are confident in sharing their faith with the world and boldly delivering the messages God has placed on their hearts.

After all, how many Christian artists, especially female artists, would have their cover photo shot in a boxing ring? One look at the poised young women on the CD cover and it's easy to see Alyssa, Lauren and Rebecca Barlow have grown into beautiful women, but the depth and maturity that permeates every track on the album has nothing to do with appearance, and has everything to do with the wisdom that comes from spending time in the Word of God and having that dedication reflect itself in one's art.

"Our goal in so many of these songs is to say there's victory no matter what we face in this life. God does have victory," states Alyssa. "There is a hope in the midst of the darkness. I think that was one of the biggest things we wanted to get across. No matter what we are facing, if we continue to stand in God's strength, we will see Him win the battle."

The sisters have never been timid when it comes to standing up for what they believe in. Stereotypical images of Christians being weak are contrary to the Barlow approach to ministry. "We're very battle-oriented in our family. I think it may have intimidated a lot of people," admits Alyssa, the middle Barlow sibling. "As Christians we so often think we're on the defense and we're not. We think we're these weak people that can't stand up and I think the point we have tried to get across is that we are the offense. Be the one at the frontline! Look at the God we serve; He definitely isn't on the defense. God is the one pursuing. We've said, 'God, we're going to just stand with You where You're at and You're not near the back. You are right up front going forward, conquering for your Kingdom.' That's where we want to be."

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