New Single Review - Donnie McClurkin feat CeCe Winans, Yolanda Adams & Mary Mary - When You Love
June 15, 2009 by Willis
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Donnie McClurkin feat CeCe Winans, Yolanda Adams & Mary Mary - When You Love - Strong lyrically and vocally, should do well on Urban AC Radio. 7/10
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Billboard Album Review - Emery - … In Shallow Seas We Sail
June 15, 2009 by Willis
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Billboard Album Review - Emery - … In Shallow Seas We Sail
Billboard.com Album Review - Emery - … In Shallow Seas We Sail
Dave Hollister - You Are
June 10, 2009 by Willis
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Dave Hollister - You Are - Vocally a strong track, however extremely repetitive (and I usually don’t get down with this style R&B / Gospel) 6/10
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Israel Houghton - The Power Of One
April 10, 2009 by Willis
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Israel Houghton - The Power Of One
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Israel Houghton - The Power Of One
“After a string of successful live recordings with his group New Breed, Israel Houghton delivers a solo studio effort that reverberates with the energy and intensity of his live projects yet finds the acclaimed worship leader sinking his chops into a variety of musical flavors. “You Found Me” is a potent rocker featuring tobyMac. “Every Prayer” is an enthralling gospel ballad that features Mary Mary. Noted reggae artist Chevelle Franklin joins Houghton on the Bob Marley-influenced “Surely Goodness.” Franklin also contributes her talents to “Sing (Redemption’s Song),” which features Delirious frontman Martin Smith. Houghton shifts musical gears effortlessly from reggae to rock to gospel, and the melodies are anchored by lyrics that underscore the connection between worship and social action. Musically engaging and spiritually uplifting, this is an album not to be missed. —Deborah Evans Price”
Joy Lippard - Joy Lippard
February 22, 2009 by Willis
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Joy Lippard - Joy Lippard
“This talented 18-year-old—the 2006 winner of the Gospel Music Assn.’s Music in the Rockies songwriting competition—fulfills that early promise with a debut disc that showcases her expressive vocals and insightful songwriting. There’s a sweet, vulnerable quality in her voice that lends extra emotional weight to such ballads as “The Other Side” and “Too Much to Ask For.” The latter tune is an earnest, heart-in-throat relationship song that has the potential to be a major mainstream pop hit. “I Will Write You Letters” is an effervescent tune with a terrific singalong chorus. “Hole in My Pocket,” penned with Scott Dente, is absolutely infectious. Though the album is targeting the Christian market, Lippard, with her well-honed pop sensibility, mature-beyond-her-years songwriting and that wonderful voice, could find herself embraced by mainstream audiences enthralled with Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus. —Deborah Evans Price”
Deitrick Haddon - Revealed
October 28, 2008 by Willis
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Deitrick Haddon - Revealed
“The nine-album oeuvre of Deitrick Haddon could almost be cross-marketed as an over-the-counter antidepressant. After a decade-plus of pushing the edges of gospel, his imagination and invention remain as engaging as ever. Haddon’s interweaving of R&B, rock and pop—with a side of retro-funk, thank you—continues to use tradition more as a point of departure than reference. “Where You Are” is soulful, techno-tinged rock, while “I’m Alive” is a hook-heavy gift of hope, and “Love Him Like I Do”—with guest turns from Ruben Studdard and Mary Mary—is a jaunty, top 40/R&B offering of thanks to God. It’s a testimony of Haddon’s commitment—to his faith and his artistry —that he continues to use both as mandates for excellence. Not to mention, the best reason in the world to throw a party. —Gordon Ely”
Karen Peck & New River - Ephesians One
October 9, 2008 by Willis
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“Karen Peck & New River explore the joys of a faith-filled existence on this powerful collection of songs. Trio members Karen Peck Gooch, Susan Peck Jackson and Devin McGlamery follow their Grammy Award-nominated “Joy in the Journey” project with another strong set showing why they are one of the Southern gospel community’s most successful acts. Opening track “Ephesians Chapter One” is a buoyant anthem that reminds us of the promises in that scripture. “All You Need When You Need It” is a smooth, soulful ballad with a potent lyric, while “Somethin’ Goin’ On (When Mama Prays)” is a tender tribute to the power of a mother’s prayers. “Robe and Crown” is a high-spirited, foot-stomping number sure to be a crowd-pleaser. A must-have for Southern gospel fans or anyone who appreciates life-affirming music. —Deborah Evans Price”
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