title: The Narrow Scope of Things
text: # The Narrow Scope of Things
  
  The Narrow Scope of Things is the second album by the Christian rock band Embodyment. It is the first album not to feature original vocalist Kris McCaddon or rhythm guitarist James Lanigan. It is also the first to completely abandon the band's previous death metal influences, pursuing a more alternative rock style.
  
  ## Critical reception
  
  Professional ratings :
  
  | Review scores ||
  | - | - |
  | Source | Rating |
  | AllMusic | |
  | The Phantom Tollbooth | |
  | Cross Rhythms | |
  
  Jason D. Taylor reports "Overall, The Narrow Scope of Things was the turning point for Embodyment, and as it stands is their best record as well." Michial Farmer of The Phantom Tollbooth wrote: "Other songs, such as Pendulum attempt (rather unsuccessfully, in my opinion) to combine the band's new softer edge with hardcore. In the end, though, if The Narrow Scope of Things is remembered for anything, it will be for the remarkable pop sensibilities and melodies crafted within." Alex Figgis of Cross Rhythms writes "If you are looking for some intelligently written and deftly executed art, then look no further than The Narrow Scope Of Things."
  
  ## Personnel
  
  ### Embodyment
  
  * Sean Corbrary - Vocals
  * Andrew Godwin - Lead Guitar
  * Jason Lindquist - Rhythm Guitar
  * Derrick Wadsworth - Bass
  * Mark Garza - Drums
  
  ### Production
  
  * Barry Poynter - Engineer, Producer, Keyboards
  * Jason Magnusson - Assistant Engineer, Additional Percussion, Backing Vocals, Producer
  * David Johnson - Photography
  * Don Clark - Art Direction, Layout Design
  * Brandon Ebel - Executive Producer
  