Phenomenon is the second studio album by Christian rock band Thousand Foot Krutch, being their first project on Tooth & Nail Records. Inspired by acts like Linkin Park, Papa Roach, and P.O.D., Phenomenon presents a fusion of nu metal and alternative rock. Having been influenced by band frontman Trevor McNevan's "faith and life," the album's lyrics frequently explore Christian faith and contemporary issues from a Christian worldview. The album was released on September 30, 2003.
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Reception
"Rawkfist" entered the top 40 on US mainstream rock radio.
On ChristianRock.net, both "Phenomenon" and "Rawkfist" reached No. 1. Phenomenon was its 14th top song for 2003, and Rawkfist was its 11th top song for 2004.
Track listing
All songs written by Trevor McNevan, Steve Augustine, and Joel Bruyere.
Two versions of the single "Rawkfist" were produced. The first is the album version, being 2:40 in length, and the second is a longer radio edit version, being 3:03 in length. Originally found on a promotional CD, the radio edit version was used for the "Rawkfist" music video, along with being selected for the 2013 Made in Canada compilation album.
Personnel
Credits are adapted from the album's liner notes.
Thousand Foot Krutch
Trevor McNevan – vocals, guitar
Steve Augustine – drums
Joel Bruyere – bass guitar
Technical
Aaron Sprinkle – production, engineering, additional guitars
Latif Tayour – engineering
J. R. McNeely – mixing (1–2, 4–7, 9–12)
Ben Grosse – mixing (3, 8)
Jason Corsaro – drum engineering
Zach Hodges – assistant mixing
Steve Chahley – drum assistant
Brandon Ebel – executive producer
Artwork
Asterik Studio (Seattle, WA) – art direction and design
David Johnson – band photography
Management
James Hodgin (Dryve Artist Management, LLC)