The Noise We Make is the first commercial solo release by Chris Tomlin through sixstepsrecords in 2001. Critical reception The Noise We Make was generally well received by four music critics. At Christianity Today, Russ Breimeier gave a positive review of the album, stating that "Contrary to other recent worship releases, The Noise We Make is a pretty good album, filled with mostly original praise songs and a few repeats." In addition, Breimeier says that even "Though I can't rave about this first album, The Noise We Make offers enough to pique my interest for future songs and recordings from Chris Tomlin." Mary Brows of Cross Rhythms rated the album nine squares out of ten, writing that "Each song is excellent" because it "powerfully stimulates" her faith and calling it "A must for every CD library!" Also, Brows states that Tomlin's "debut album has a wonderful sound, ranging from intimate worship to vigorous praise, celebration and love to our Creator." At CCM Magazine, Mike Fernandez rated the album three stars out of five, stating that it is "an impressive debut" from Tomlin because it "sonically sounds better with each listen." Furthermore, Fernandez writes that "On The Noise We Make, there are songs to sing along with and there are songs to contemplate." Zik Johnson of The Phantom Tollbooth rated the album four out of five tocks, saying that it is "as a professional, well-produced project suitable for personal worship times and group settings." Track listing Sources: Personnel Chris Tomlin – lead vocals, backing vocals, acoustic guitar Nathan Nockels – keyboards, acoustic guitar, harmonica, backing vocals Jack Parker – acoustic guitar Rivers Rutherford – acoustic guitar on "Captured" and "This is Our God" Gary Burnette – electric guitars, bluegrass section Pat Malone – bass Steve Brewster – drums Christy Nockels – backing vocals Matt Redman – additional lead vocals on "The Wonderful Cross" Choir Louie Giglio Christy Nockels Nathan Nockels Chris Tomlin J.D. Walt Singers on "Forever" Darwin Hobbs Leanne Palmore Jovaun Woods Production Nathan Nockels – producer Chris Tomlin – producer Louie Giglio – executive producer Aaron Swihart – engineer Chris Mara – assistant engineer Tim O'Dell – assistant engineer Dark Horse Recording Studio (Franklin, Tennessee) – recording location Small Change Studios (Nashville, Tennessee) – recording location, additional overdubs Tom Laune – mixing Bridgeway Studios (Nashville, Tennessee) – mixing location Dave Lynch – vocal recording (Matt Redman's vocals) ICC Studios