“Asking” by Anberlin, Friday, August 4, 2023 + Anberlin Summer Songs

I've certainly been giving Silverline a second chance this year. I'm still yet to delve into Convinced. At least at this point in my life, I don't get the heavy direction that Anberlin is heading in their latest efforts. However, Silverline is a primer to the even heavier Convinced. But rather than go into speculative commentary on today's post, I decided to return to the theme of seasonal playlists. So let's look at some of Anberlin's best summer songs!


 

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