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Supernatural
- In the past the group has integrated hip-hop, alternative rock, and pure pop, all the while keeping a steady focus on core spiritual and moral values. This release, the first for which all three members have cowritten the music, is their most coherent release yet, though "Supernatural" typically--and rambunctiously--leaps from genre to genre. |
You Grow Closer
Long out of print or unavailable except in dodgy releases, this important gospel document by soul queen Aretha Franklin
clearly shows where she got all her chops: in church. The infamous "Precious Lord" single is included in its entirety, as are several recordings made with her father, the great Reverend C.L. Franklin. "You Grow Closer" is a terrific recording for fans of gospel soul. |
The Jesus Record - 2 CDs
- Mullins's skill and passion shines clearly through. The Ragamuffins, with special guests Amy Grant, Michael W.
Smith, Ashley Cleveland, and Phil Keaggy. These performances feel haunted, as well, though they're faithful to Mullins's vision as a performer and musicologist without sounding creepy. |
Pray
- St. James continues to break barriers where few have gone before. On "Pray," the young Aussie singer meshes Euro-industrial with charismatic Christian for a mind- if not soul-bending experience. Producer Tedd T. offers the right blend of programming, melodic rock, and St. James's powerful vocals |
f not soul-bending experience. Producer Tedd T. offers the right blend of programming, melodic rock, and St. James's powerful vocals 
In My Home Over There
- Mahalia Jackson's unmistakable timbre and phrasing were influenced by blues greats Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith, but
her music came from heaven above. Jackson was gospel's first crossover superstar, and though she's been dead since 1972, her rich, smoky contralto has not been surpassed. "In My Home Over There" includes alternate versions of songs reissued elsewhere, such as "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" and
"In the Upper Room," |
WOW Worship
- From the platinum-selling "WOW" series comes a two-disc festival of praise and sacred service culled from the best
of the ilk. From the yellow disc's Celtic treatment of "The River Is Here" and the mellow sweetness of "The Heart of Worship" to the blue disc's rocking "We Will Embrace Your Move" and emotive closer "I Could Sing of Your Love Forever |
A Maze Of Grace
- Their voices are amazing, and the songs are well-written and centered around God's word. The lyrics are deep, insightful, and filled with truth. There's not one single bad song on this CD; all are overflowing with God's own passion and agape love. Each song is a testament in itself to the awesome power and grace of Jesus."
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Morning Light: Songs To Awaken The Dawn
- called vertical music-- music to elevate one toward God. Each of the dozen songs serve as the first prayer of the day with which to rededicate oneself to praise, worship, and a relationship with the Heavenly Father. Green's centered vocals--strong yet never showy--illuminate a life begun each day in faith.
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Candycoatedwaterdrops
- As with their self-titled 1997 debut, Plumb again embraces programming and loops. "Late Great Planet Earth," "Here with Me," and "Solace" testify that Arbuckle and band can certainly shake the walls. Songs like "Phobic" offer a counterpoint with a dreamy and lush backdrop. Well-
written, well-produced, this one's a keeper
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