The Christian Beat says in his four-point-eight star review that "Engaging melodies and adorative lyrics saturate the collection, bringing listeners to a place of worship and awe in a way not often seen throughout the genre. The Darker the Night / The Brighter the Morning is an incredibly strong debut and a fantastic introduction to a talented artist, clearly passionate about His Savior." Lins Honeyman, in a review at Cross Rhythms, rated the album eight squares out of ten, saying "For the most part, Carnes keeps things varied and the musical backdrop to each track plays towards his strengths as a powerful and distinctive vocalist." Giving the album a perfect five stars in a superbly positive Louder Than The Music review, Jono Davies praised the album, describing it as an album that "isn't afraid to be creative and experimental with its sounds, style and production." Davies concluded that "This album is uplifting, creative, exciting and powerful - but overall is a beautiful piece of expressional art in music. Cody has for me created a true masterpiece." Laura Chambers of Today's Christian Entertainment says in her three-point-nine star review that "If it’s true that tragedy brings truth into sharper focus, then let trouble come, because the glory which is still to come far exceeds our momentary trials. Cody Carnes’s debut is an encouraging glimpse of that future splendor, with moments of introspection mingling with shouts of declaration and prayers for a deeper fellowship with God. The Darker The Night / The Brighter The Morning reminds us all of the flip side of adversity, promising a greater awareness of God and a new perspective on life if we cling to His word." In a favourable review by Gerod Bass of Worship Musician Magazine, he says that "The Darker The Night / The Brighter The Morning is a creative expression of true worship. The songs are well mixed, with interesting and well-thought out arrangements that fit the lyrics perfectly in most cases. ... The melodies, adoration-focused lyrics, and overall feel were engaging throughout and will bring listeners, whether privately or corporately, into a place of awe and worship." Track listing Charts Release history References External links on PraiseCharts 2017 debut albums Cody Carnes albums