Gordon Mote Applies His Own Touch of Genius

 Hymns and Songs of Inspiration

     Sometimes we take for granted the simple gifts that God bestows upon the individuals He uses to bless us in the music industry. One of the most genuine psalmists that I have heard use his talent not only in voice but on the keys of the piano is Mr. Gordon Mote.

     A welcoming presence among many well known country artists winning him the Academy of Country Music's top piano/keyboard player award twice over. Also a familiar face on the Gaither Homecoming Tour, Gordon carries a long list of albums and award nominations including winning the instrumentalist award in 2009 and 2011. 

    
     His previous album All Things New, released in 2013 through New Haven Records won him a Dove Award Nomination and the excitement of having artists he's played for join him in the creation process. A few of the artists you will hear featured are Josh Turner, Darius Rucker, Sheryl Crow, Trace Adkins, Matthew West and The Gaither Vocal Band.

     Gordon puts his own touch on the strings of your heart and soul and brings new life into some old and new favorites on his latest release Hymns And Songs of Inspiration.  Gordon shared why he felt compelled to put his musical signature on these wonderful melodies. 
    

     “Growing up in our little town of Gadsden, AL, our whole family would listen as Harry Butler hosted ‘Songs of Inspiration’ every Sunday morning on WGAD Radio. Even though we were just kids, my brother and I couldn’t wait to hear the latest songs from new and familiar groups. Over the decades, ‘Songs of Inspiration’ has blessed—and still blesses--lots of folks. In some small way, I’m hoping to honor and extend that legacy with this new project.”


     Amongst the traditional hymns you will find his own magical spin on some recent worship powerhouse favorites like Holy Spirit (Jesus Culture) and Because He Lives (Chris Tomlin &  Matt Maher). 

     There is one original which is perfectly timed to what we see happening in the world today titled, Only Jesus Can Heal This Hurting World.

     I found myself tearing up when I first heard this song because he seriously sings from his heart what many of us are feeling. "We need to admit we can't fix what's going wrong.  But there's someone that can do what we've needed all along.  Only Jesus can heal this hurting world. No One can love like He does, heart by heart and one by one."

     A few of the hymns that stayed pretty true to the original melodies were Precious Lord Take My Hand, Great Is Thy Faithfulness and O, The Blood.

     I have heard a lot of versions of Just A Closer Walk With Thee, but the jazzy feel Gordon sprinkled on this oldie but goodie made it appear new.  Another favorite of mine was his slight rockabilly rendition of Power In The Blood. 

     You will also hear his interpretation of other familiar favorites in Tis So Sweet, When We All Get To Heaven, I Surrender All and Just As I Am. 

     Since the blood of Jesus is the reason we have freedom to sing, freedom to worship and the purpose behind the promotion of the Gospel I wanted to share the video below of Gordon sharing O' The Blood. 

     For those who are a fan of Gordon's music you don't want to miss out on this gem.  I would also recommend this timeless treasure of classics and new favorites for anyone who enjoys inspirational worship melodies. 

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