It's All About Grace
Rearing out of Idaho, this southern gospel group has graced many stages including the National Quartet Convention. Influenced by The Cathedral's , these guys desire to impact the world through music and along the way bring a smile to the face of every person that comes out to support them. As they travel sharing their faith to the best of their ability, their sense of humor is always welcomed by crowds.
Royce opens the album singing lead on I Need A Fresh Drink, an upbeat realization that it's time to return back to the well of life. "I got to go back to the living water, gonna go down to the river of life; where my soul can dwell. There's only one who can fill my cup; there's no way I'll ever give up." Just as the prodigal son at times we find ourselves in the wilderness of life spiritually seeing u-turn signs. This song gives you feel good directions how to get back to His refreshing waters.
The newest member, Paul Ellis (Baritone) recently rejoined the group after several years of spending time with his family and focusing on other areas of ministry. His passion to demonstrate his love of God through music really comes alive on his lead of Till Mercy Sang. In my humble opinion this is one of the best songs on the album and is sure to bring tears to the eyes of anyone who has accepted the plan of salvation in their life. "Hope had been silent for so long till mercy sang the most beautiful love song." Truly an unfathomable sacrificial story that we are all receptors of by and through His grace and forgiveness. Paul also sings lead on Come Home To Jesus, an earnest plea for those who feel lost or homesick to return to the open arms of Christ. "Come Home to Jesus, no matter where you've been. He's waiting with arms wide open and He wants to pull you in. Won't you come home my friend."
Jesus Is Waiting, led by tenor Philip Batton is definitely a powerful testimony. Whether this was an actual event that took place in his personal life or not. Many people will easily relate to the events that unfold and emotions will begin to take over. Being the child of a Minister, Philip started singing harmonies at the age of five, alongside his seven siblings. Joining Paul on lead for the title track It's All About Grace, they create an engaging balanced declaration of what the cross is all about. "I was dead, now resurrected. I was bound, but now I'm free. Condemned, but now I'm righteous, that is how the Lord sees me. And because I've been redeemed, I will look upon His face and sing through all the ages it was God's amazing grace."
Influenced largely by his parents love of God and southern gospel music, Doug delivers sincere lyrics with a passionate fervency in Great Reward. "We got a great reward coming, glory to the King. Just to hold His nail scarred hands, means everything. We've got a great reward coming, kneeling on a street of gold, we'll stand amazed." With a sprinkle of contemporary sound this is hands down my personal favorite piece, it has such a wonderful message and just extremely well done.
He Hears A Whisper, led by Royce is a peaceful reminder that no matter what circumstances are surrounding you God is nearer to a fragile broken heart and He hears our prayers. "When the one who knows you best and loves you the most is the listener, take comfort, He hears a whisper."
Paul leads on He Does All Things Well, which carries some country influence in the melody. A reminder that God meets all of our needs even in times of struggle and we overcome through His love and mercy. "I have walked many times through the valley of tears, when my burdens were heavy and the way was unclear. But I've found God will keep every promise He has made."
Based Upon The Word, led by Doug is a celebratory proclamation of the promises we find in the unchanging truth of God through our faith. "There will always be skeptics and doubters who will question us, how we really know. But my faith is firmly found in those pages. I'm free indeed because the Bible tells me so."
Through our testimony we have a written guarantee that we are redeemed by the blood of the lamb. Joy In The House, led by Philip is a jubilant expression of that revelation. "There's joy in the house, when the spirit dwells within'. Oh, there's joy in the house, when the people worship Him. There's power, peace and victory, strength and hope for you and me. Let's exalt Him now, there's joy in the house." I believe this would have had an exemplary ending if each member had showcased their range of harmony. Certainly this will be a favorite on the road and maybe they could tweak the close out on this one to truly capture their talent and raise the audience to their feet.
All four of these men are supported by their wives and children and carry an energetic torch sharing the victorious wonders of the Lord in song. For those who have not had the opportunity to see them live, they will be performing at the 2016 Southwest Gospel Music Festival in Phoenix, Arizona on February 25-27. If you are a fan of southern gospel you can also join them at the end of the year on what's certain to be a fabulous vacation aboard the Mexican Riviera Gospel Music Celebration Cruise.
It's All About Grace, is certain to capture your heart and lift your spirits. For southern gospel fans and those who generally prefer contemporary music there is something for everyone on this album.
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