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"Adjacent to the Discussion of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world."

This is my seventh annual cease-of-year Christian music recap. Cheque out my other reviews on my Music Reviews page.

I have a detailed system for rating these albums. You tin can read all nigh that here.

2020 has been a wild year. To my surprise, there were simply every bit many (if non more) Christian albums released. As always, this was a labor of love, and I hope it blesses you profoundly.

What you'll find below: First, I've incorporated some live/congregational albums for your consideration. That subgenre deserves to exist mentioned, but it's non fair to anyone for me to group it in with standard studio albums. So I've not rated or ranked them, but I've chosen some of what I considered to exist the best so that y'all tin can be aware of them.

Subsequently that you'll find a list of the top 25 Christian albums of 2020. I may be the proudest of this compilation over all of my other lists to-appointment. There are several albums featured beneath that no other website has reviewed, and I hope their presence here is a blessing to the artists.

I know in that location are other artists who fly nether my radar each yr. Let me know who I missed in the comments!

Then, as an added bonus, there are three fresh Christmas albums at the end to wrap things up. Consider them stocking stuffers.

Live/Congregational Considerations

The Grace Commonage:Kingdom of Your Son

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Review: This collaboration of music leaders from Virginia has released their second anthology since Joel Arcieri and Matthew Carpenter first came together with the desire to write corporate worship songs. Co-ordinate to their website, the program is to release ten albums in 10 years. Ambitious.

These songs won't blow you away lyrically -- they aren't exactly deep and rich like Sovereign Grace or Matt Papa. However, the songs are adept and should exist uncomplicated to replicate in a corporate worship setting if you so desire.

Matt Redman:Allow At that place Exist Wonder

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Review: You know about Matt Redman. He's been around awhile.

This album is alright. There are no surprises good or bad hither and some of the tracks will exist be possible in your congregational setting.

Sovereign Grace Music:Sovereign Grace Music Collection

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Review: It'due south 25 of the all-time Sovereign Grace songs from throughout the history of this ministry. Their website notes: "In this new collection, we've gathered some of our near popular songs as well as a few that yous might not be aware of. They comprehend a broad range of topics including God's sovereignty, our need for a Savior, justification, gratefulness, growth in the Christian life, the glory of Jesus, dependence, justice, mission, God's Word, suffering, living in a fallen earth, our promise of heaven, and more."

Listen to the songs. Larn the songs. Sing the songs with your church building.

NOTE:  At that place is an astounding number of live congregational albums out in that location. Withal, I am unable to add together many of them to the list in good conscience. I do not share any albums that are directly associated with the Hillsong, Jesus Civilization, or Bethel tape labels. Between the self-centeredness, emotionalistic revivalism, bad doctrine, and more-than-sketchy associations, I only refuse to support them. I look forward to one of you letting me know most other proficient live albums that I've missed this year -- I truly promise at that place are some!

The List

25. Bryann T:Ruddy Letters

69.3

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Review: Nosotros're in the midst of a crude season for Christian rap. To view the Christian Hip-Hop genre equally a "team" and to use a sports illustration, CHH is going through a rebuild. At that place are decent rappers here and there, simply nobody is coming close to putting out tracks with the quality and lyrical depth as Lecrae and the 116 gang was about a decade agone.

That said, street-gang-fellow member-turned-Christian Bryann Trejo has started a somewhat new Christian rap ministry called Kingdom Muzic and this release from that label is pretty good. The quality is certainly lower than preferred by those who have gotten used to high-production albums from major labels. However, the lyrics are sincere and edifying, and I look for the quality to catch up in the years ahead.

I couldn't detect whatever other reviews of this anthology to quote here.

24. Sophie Frame:Grace

69.95

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Review:Sophie Frame appears on the listing equally the outset of many coffeehouse-type artists. She has a simple sound, and the production was clearly lower-budget and independent (which I appreciate very much). Hopefully you similar her sound, because there isn't a huge variation in the musical arrangement/presentation from track to track.

This is the debut album for Frame, who is a 17-yr-old New Zealander. Resources for her music, including chord charts, are available on her website. I wait forrad to hearing more than from this young woman in the future!

Being brand new to the music scene and releasing this record independently, there are no public reviews of Grace however. Consider supporting her past purchasing her music!

23. John Mark McMillan:Peopled with Dreams

70.95

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Review: Mr. McMillan is dorsum with (what I believe is) an eighth studio album. He consistently brings his own approach and manner to alternative Christian music, hands recognized from the first note he sings. In that location'southward more of a popular influence in the music this fourth dimension around, but overall, it'southward classic McMillan.

Because McMillan's style is then unique and, dare I say, weird, the results are a bit of a mixed pocketbook. Songs like "Christ Jesus" and "Everything New" are pretty skilful. "The Route, The Rocks, The Weeds," a take on Jesus' parable, is intriguing. And yet, "Cousin John," an ode to John the Baptist, and "God Is Young" are deadline scandalous.

If yous have historically enjoyed John Marker McMillan, you volition admittedly love Peopled with Dreams.

Peopled With Dreams is another solid album to add to an excellent discography, and is highly deserving of multiple focused listens. Hither nosotros find McMillan walking confidently in his faith, pointing all believers to the eye of a God who is with united states, and who is all-powerful. -JesusFreakHideout

22. Keith and Kristyn Getty:Evensong

71.7

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Review:The total championship of this latest release from the Gettys isEvensong - Hymns and Lullabies at the Close of Twenty-four hour period. The album features tracks that tin lower your centre rate and cause you to reflect on the goodness and faithfulness of God.

Produced by Ben Shive (who produced 3 other albums on this list), the track listing features originals as well as covers of well-known songs such equally "Softly and Tenderly" and "Is He Worthy?" (with their children). Overall, the record delivers what nosotros've all come to expect from these very of import people in Christian music; but the album doesn't exactly add much to their already massively influential catalog. If this was a debut album, it would likely exist found college on the list. I guess I hold the Gettys to a college standard.

Evensong is a dream projection for Kristyn Getty. On turning 40, she and Keith decided that this project would be the way she would marking the year. Commencement set in motion early in the year, the global pandemic meant that an album intended to bring comfort to homes at evening time was also recorded during a shelter at home flavor. -The Christian Beat out

21. IMRSQD: Guitars, Trumpets, & the Gospel

71.95

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Review: Take you figured out the name? I didn't, either. My married woman helped me figure out that it's "I am rescued." Pretty absurd, I suppose.

The Cathedral Podcast named IMRSQD one of their breakout artists of the yr for 2020. The creative person (whose real name I can't find) is a junior doctor past day, based out of Namibia (or perhaps the U.Yard. now), and he created this album with Moflo Music. His audio is indie lo-fi and it'southward certainly one of the well-nigh unique records on the list. As the title suggests, yous'll hear both guitars and trumpets hither. Speaking of the title, I added the Oxford comma.

If you lot're merely wanting to get a taste of his way, check out "Sagrada Familia." There were no public reviews that I could find online.

20. Flame:Extra Nos

72.8

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Review: This is where things first to get a little crazy.

Flame represents the last hip-hop anthology on the list, and it's one different any other I've ever heard. Essentially what happened was that Marcus Gray (who goes by Flame) transitioned from a traditional Reformed/Calvinistic theological framework to a Lutheran perspective. The seven tracks found on this tape walk through the issues that caused him to change his mind, peculiarly in the realm of sanctification.

In the first poetry of the kickoff rails, Flame tips his cap to Calvinistic theology, thanking God for how He used it to grow him in his knowledge of Scripture. However, in the 2nd verse, Flame criticizes Calvin'due south perspective, saying it left him with no balls of his salvation because he never felt equally though he was doing plenty to ostend in his own mind that he is one of the elect.

The tracks that follow keep to wrestle with these issues, and information technology'due south very fascinating. In "Good Works" and "Concordia," Mr. Gray essentially just talks through his "conversion" to Lutheranism. I practice not endorse Luther's view of sanctification, but I very much appreciate Flame's efforts here to walk us through this theological result.

The EP is the kickoff of many projects that he plans on releasing on the field of study of his transition and while its lyrical content is to exist praised, some were left confounded at its meaning. Thankfully, in addition to a website breaking down the lyrics and defining the theological ideas and terms, Flame sabbatum downwardly with Lutheran pastor and writer Dr. Jordan B. Cooper in a convicting and insightful video.  -Rapzilla (video included)

nineteen. Elias Dummer:The Residue, Vol. 1

74.2

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Review: The one-time City Harmonic forepart man is back on the list later appearing fifth on last yr's list. His 2019 release was titled The Work, Vol. one and I trust you'll be able to sympathize how this yr'south championship fits with it. Dummer explained his reasoning behind these albums in an interview with JesusFreakHideout.

Y'all may have noticed that the album artwork here features the greenish laurel, signifying the song of the year. This has been awarded for the rail, "Holy Ground," which really debuted on last year's record. Withal, joining him for this runway on The Rest was Olivia Turco -- and these ii make a powerful sound together. The bridge alone is masterful.

Though the outset track, "A Time to Trip the light fantastic toe," wasn't exactly what I've come to expect from Dummer, the EP is good overall. "Creature," is another standout track, with Dummer singing out to God, "You don't need me, but yous made me anyhow // You're with me anyway, You love me anyway."

Sometimes it's hard to put into words how you lot feel well-nigh music, but when I played these songs I just instantly loved them. Information technology's a weird concept for me to say as this is a review, but I kind of want to say: trust me on this 1. -Louder Than the Music

18. Karissa Frampton:Memos

74.nine

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Review: Here's another coffeehouse-style debut anthology. Karissa Frampton (no relation to Peter that I could find) funded this record independently, with at least nine backers on GoFundMe and 17 on Kickstarter. She recorded it in Lakeland, FL, where she was a part of Eye of the Father Ministry building. Frampton has since moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, where she volition no doubt exist making more than music.

This album contains 15 tracks that come up together as an honest look at the Christian struggle with sin and hope. With titles like "Discouraged," "Trust," and "Residual," Frampton walks the listener through her own journal-like thoughts and prayers. She presents a transparent expect at a laic'due south battle to please God in this life while falling short time and time once again. The tracks lead up to the last song, "Liberty," a song of comfort and assurance. She also set a version of Psalm 23 to music.

I could detect no other reviews of this album. In that location'south some charismatic stuff in there -- only a head's upward.

17. Jason Upton:God Finds Us

75.05

Listen: Spotify

Review:Finding his fashion back on the list is Jason Upton (he was on the 2018 list), who defines himself as a "vocalizer and songwriter with the centre of a pastor." His website says, "His songs and his messages reflect a life fully lived in relationship with God, family unit and friends." I've constitute this to be true about Upton -- and that makes his music unique. I really should listen to his stuff more I exercise.

Though the tracks on this anthology are sometimes vague and not theologically precise, Upton'due south storytelling through music will make you contemplative in a skilful way. "Run Baby Run (Jonah)" is a perfect example of what I've sought to explain in the previous sentence. All other factors aside, his sound, whatever genre you desire to put it in, is in the peak three for me this year. I just detect it very delightful to heed to.

God Finds Us is an anthology to sit down down and absorb every bit a singular work, and an excellent treatise on a loving Father who seeks out His lost children fourth dimension after time.  -JesusFreakHideout

16. Rend Commonage:Choose to Worship

75.3

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Review: Here they are. You know them well.

Over the years, Rend Collective has lost their edge equally they've started to sound more and more mainstream. However, they still have a relatively unique sound with lyrical depth as they continue to notice a place on Christian radio -- and that'south something to applaud.

Choose to Worship is upbeat (as y'all'd expect from this group) and mostly positive and encouraging. Lead singer Chris Llewellyn says, "This album is an invitation into the spiritual bailiwick that we have been living equally a community of building altars of praise in the darkness, trusting that whether or not the dawn comes, worship is nonetheless our sacred duty—and privilege."

What I do find in every Rend track and even every Rend album is that there is a eye for the listener to experience God in different ways. There is a raw, passionate honesty to this band, and this once more comes over in this anthology. I have been a fan of Rend Commonage since day 1 and for me seeing them keep on moving forrad as a band is a existent joy to encounter . -Louder Than the Music

15. Ellie Holcomb: Sing: Remembering Songs

75.35

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Review:"Don't forget to recollect: God won't forget yous." At present there's a skilful line to memorize. This anthology played on echo during my family's 6 week sabbatical over the summer, and then I certainly haven't forgotten to remember that God won't forget me.

This is Holcomb'due south second release in the last iii years that has been made for children to learn most God. Creation Songs was #23 in 2018. Remembering Songs is extremely catchy and but equally much fun (and just equally edifying) for adults as information technology is for children. The album pairs with a book written past Holcomb for children as well.

In an interview she said, "I actually thought I'd just write a song for this second book and not include any other songs as I'm a mom of three at present and the days are busy and full. I kept thinking, 'I'1000 not sure I have time or margin to write another kids record.' So I prayed. I told God, 'If you want me to write another kids EP, I need Y'all to brand information technology really clear!'— that very night, my producer Nathan Dugger emailed me two dissimilar vocal ideas that I loved. I forget what's true a lot of days, merely songs get stuck in my head."

Holcomb'south nominated project debuted earlier this year at No. 4 on Billboard Children'south Anthology chart, No. i Release on the iTunes Children's nautical chart and the No. 1 Acme-Selling Children's anthology on Amazon. Sing: Remembering Songs is a companion piece to her best-selling children's book, Don't Forget To Remember (B&H Publishing Group), which was a No. one New Release in Christian Children's Books on Amazon. The anthology is a beautiful, scripture rooted, children's project that she wrote inspired past God'southward give-and-take and His love for all of His children. -JesusFreakHideout

fourteen. People of the World:Promise Is Here

76.35

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Review:This group of musicians based out of Kentucky and Tennessee provides what I promise is a good alternative to Elevation, Hillsong, and bands of the like. Their sound is energetic and very congregational in its composition -- and then all you lot music leaders out there may desire to check out their resources.

This album features a few covers, including a rendition of "O For a One thousand Tongues to Sing." Three of the tracks are acoustic, including this original Christmas-themed hymn. The rest of the songs audio more than like what y'all would expect from a modern "Praise and Worship" ring.

I could detect no other reviews of this anthology.

13. Rain for Roots:All Creatures

78.85

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Review: All Creatures is some other one of those albums made for children that ends upwards approval the parents just as much -- if not more! The group, which is primarily made up of four members (Sandra McCracken, Flo Paris Oakes, Katy Hutson Bowser, and Alice Smith) got its starting time releasing their first album with the assist of children's author Sally Lloyd-Jones. Their website notes that this latest release "is a collection of xi new songs, derived from the poesy of the Psalms exploring how creation invites u.s.a. all to pour forth the praise of God."

Their sound is another 1 of those coffeehouse-types, and they can sound a bit monotonous with their sugariness melodies and soft tones. The songs with Katy Hutson Bowser at the helm (like "Listen Listen" and "Afraid of the Night") bring a different, more intense sound to the album.

Play these songs for your children and play these songs for yourself!

Right off the bat, "All Things Bright and Cute" sets the tone for the album as a folky yet dandy, reminding the listeners of the many sweetnesses that God gives the states in the natural earth: the little flowers, the birds that sing. Some of the chords and progressions remind me distinctly of the kind of music I'd hear on Gilmore Girls, a sort of Sam-Phillipsy vibe. I can give no higher compliment.-The Rabbit Room

12. Jon Guerra:Keeper of Days

79.1

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Review:In his 2d total-length studio album, Jon Guerra delivers an honest and simple vocal set up focused on communicating God'due south love for the marginalized in gild. To our shame, the American church has difficulty discussing and fifty-fifty thinking almost this topic because of the politicization of it. Guerra jumps in head-first and articulates deep truths on the topic in a special way.

For those who are more sensitive to the social justice movement, a song like "Citizens" might be difficult to mind to without analyzing his particular worldview lenses; withal, it's the best rail on the album. He has Postal Service-like vocals and stands out on this list musically. "Kingdom of God" is some other dandy track, and there's a great video of it also.

Keeper of Days is a remarkably timely expression of deep inwardness and longing. Guerra doesn't present his best self in these songs, but his actual self. -Mockingbird

xi. Cardiphonia:Psalm 119

79.95

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Review:Bruce Benedict, mostly known for setting the Westminster Shorter Catechism to music, is the founder of the Cardiphonia project, which is a collaborative try past some well-known musicians. For instance, Psalm 119 features old list-toppers Emerald Hymns (2017) and Greg LaFollette (2018). Paul Zach and Bellweather Arts as well make appearances on the album.

If you're wondering where the name of the collaboration came from, they lifted information technology from John Newton'south letters.

The theme of this tape is as elementary equally you might think: it's Psalm 119 set to music. Fifty-fifty though in that location's a variety of contributors throughout, the sound is basically consistent. Information technology's acoustic and relaxed. That said, information technology's likely that most people will find a couple of tracks that they like (out of the 22 provided...Psalm 119 is long) and the residual won't be particularly striking.

I could discover no other reviews of this anthology.

10. Folk Hymnal: Proficient News Songs

80.05

Mind: Spotify

Review: I'm excited to include (and introduce many of you to) Folk Hymnal this year. They take been releasing EPs and singles since 2018, but Good News Songs is their start true studio anthology.

Starting off with "In Our Place," a Jars of Clay-sounding tune, the listener is immediately fabricated aware that this group is focused on the serious and solemn matters of the Christian religion. The lyrics are stiff throughout the tape, and the songs are by and large original (with "Zip only the Blood" serving as the exception). "Our God Is Good" is an honest prayer of confession and lament -- much needed in these trying times.

Their website notes that they are a "guild of church building worship leaders creating theologically rich songs in an accessible and attractive mode." They've certainly accomplished their mission -- and you need to check them out. They've as well made their chords and sheet music bachelor on their website.

I could detect no other reviews of this album.

ix. Dustin Ruth:Shapeshifter

eighty.3

Heed: Spotify

Review: You won't find Switchfoot on this year's list, but Dustin Ruth gets yous close. With a sound similar to that Southern California band, Ruth brings artistic lyrics and happy, energetic melodies to you in Shapeshifter, his first solo studio album since 2015.

This seven-runway album is mostly personal, non exactly prepare up for corporate worship. In it, Ruth walks the listener through biblical truths, such as God'south making us new in Christ ("New Brute") and His protection over our lives ("Shield"). Every bit with the Guerra album described above, this one also has a chip of a Mail service vibe in its audio, so that's something you may want to consider as you go to heed to information technology for the first time. "Lost Art" is probably my favorite song of the set.

I could find no other reviews of this album.

8. Nashville Life Music:Hither for Jesus

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Review: They're back! Later on finishing twelfth on last twelvemonth's list with their album Taylor Firm Sessions, Nashville Life Music has returned even stronger with 1 of my favorite collections of the year. If your favorite genre is archetype R&B, then stop right now and check information technology out.

This 26-member ensemble sounds like what would happen if Earth, Wind, & Fire collided with Chris Tomlin and Trip Lee -- a magical mash-upward. For an introduction, check out the music video to "More than Than Words." My favorites from the tape are "Reconciler" and "Sing a Song (pt 2)." The first version of "Sing a Song" from last year's album also came with a fun music video. The chorus for both songs is the same and it'south admittedly delightful.

Nashville Life sounds the best when they're making upbeat, loftier-energy music; a few of the tracks on Hither for Jesus are slowed down, and they don't strike the ear also as the residue. Their style is definitely unique and won't be for everyone. But do me a favor -- when you heed to this album, use the all-time headphones/speakers you have.

At its core, Here for Jesus is a diverse project united by more than only style and joyful praise. It'due south worship in community. Information technology's uniquely tied together by the diversity of the people who make up Nashville Life. -The Christian Beat

7. Maggie Amini:Songs of Home

81.7

Listen: Spotify

Review:I am tough on covers -- especially covers of hymns -- these days. Information technology'due south why you don't run into Shane & Shane on this yr'south list. When originality is taken out of the equation, there must be other factors brought to the music that can brand an album worth listening to. And then many hymns take been washed, and done, and done over again. And that'south fine, simply it doesn't help an album trying to become on this particular listing.

In Maggie Amini'south instance, still, I had to include Songs of Home every bit one of the best Christian albums of 2020. Starting off with the original song "Come to the Quiet," Amini covers hymns you may take never heard earlier: "Come Ye Sinners," "Rescue the Perishing," and "I Leave All Things to God'due south Management" (my favorite).

With a beautiful voice and simple accompaniment, Ms. Amini revives several hymns that have collected dust over the years. Check out this wonderful album and purchase it to support peachy Christian art!

I could discover no other reviews of this album.

6. Hashemite kingdom of jordan and Jessa:Glorious

83.8

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Review: After creating music individually, husband and wife duo Jordan and Jessa Anderson accept released their starting time anthology together, and information technology is long overdue. Their website says that Glorious is "the Scripture-filled fruit of their suffering, woven together with the promise of promise Christ offers in the midst of a cleaved earth."

Each of the songs on this album accept a gospel focus, pointing to Christ equally the Author and Finisher of the faith, and "Loved equally Jesus" is a great case of that emphasis. The record has been classified as "Praise and Worship," meaning information technology is intended to be used in corporate settings. It does seem as though it can be used in that way, every bit the tracks are easy to sing along with. If your church is singing the typical songs played on the radio, you lot may desire to introduce the music leader to this couple, who creates much more theologically rich songs.

These moving and reverent recordings are all prayers and personal confessions of submission to God...Glorious is well-nigh proclaiming the majesty of God and crying out in awe and wonder for His Presence throughout this incredible worship experience. This album is a must-have for your praise and worship collection. -New Release Today

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5. Citizens: The Joy of Existence

85.25

Review: Though Citizens isn't exactly back to their original sound (I think that transport has sailed), they are dorsum to clear, unapologetic, biblical and poetic lyrics. Their musical evolution has made their sound more palatable to a more than various audience, and there's something to be said for that. This album features a few other artists including Chaundra Jefferson (besides featured on the Nashville Life Music album) and Sandra McCracken (in "Altogether Expert").

The Joy of Being is patently a good album, simply it would have been made ameliorate with more creative music to match the dandy lyrics. At the end of the day, the lyrics are virtually important, and this record will edify your soul.

Citizens is pointing usa to literally the joy of being. Peeling back all the distractions of doing and recapturing the imagination of the congregation with the reality that we will find our truest and almost important affidavit in the joy of being loved by God. -CCM Magazine

4. Josh Garrels:Peace to All Who Enter Here

85.half dozen

Review: One of my favorite artists of all time has put together 1 of his all-time albums in contempo history. At the stop of January, Garrels released Early Work, Vol. 1 (2002-2005), which was a refreshing trip back to his older audio. Nonetheless, those songs lack the maturity and encouragement of Peace to All Who Enter Here.

This album features corking covers also as many originals. Garrels put his own spin on i of my favorite hymns, "Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus," the Matt Redman hitting "10,000 Reasons," and "Exalt the Lord Our God." Nigh of the tracks are slow and deliberate, but there are a couple of bubbly songs featured. "Peace Similar a River" is one of my family's favorite songs to sing in the van.

If you're a fan of his by work, you won't be disappointed with this high-quality production!

Astonishingly, I could observe no other reviews of this album.

PERSONAL FAVORITE

3. Greg LaFollette:I'll Wait for You, My Love

86.35

Review:This guy. He'due south consistently putting out great music for the church.

I'll Wait for You, My Dearest is unlike previous releases from LaFollette, as this one is designed more than similar a singalong than something contemplative. There's null flashy about the sound; equally i critic put it, it'southward "harmless." Yet, the collection of songs constitute hither is full of cute, deep truths that Christians will find refreshing.

LaFollette is involved with leading music and liturgy at his church in Nashville, and I take to think he had the local church in heed as he created this album of "new onetime hymns," every bit he calls it. The arrangements of the songs are unique, and the new choruses and verses are solid. From his website: "While the record is written from venerable hymn texts, this production breathes fresh, accessible melodic sense into the well-worn songs."

Greg gives us a relaxing anthology packed with emotion. From cute background vocals to a number of instrumentals, this album will assistance yous rest and worship God. The song "Never Lone" is a pianoforte ballad that will placidity your spirit instantly. - New Release Today

PERSONAL FAVORITE

2. Sandra McCracken:Patient Kingdom

86.5

Review: This is at to the lowest degree the third time McCracken has been featured on the 2020 list. She's a main contributor for Pelting for Roots, and she was featured in a track on the Citizens anthology higher up. She was decorated this year!

Having released her first anthology concluding millennium, McCracken is a steady presence in the skillful Christian music world. Her at-home, folksy arroyo to modernistic hymnology is reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and the Carpenters, yet it features the deeply edifying lyricism of Fanny Crosby. In "You Are the Give-and-take," we're reminded of how we are to hold on to Jesus as our simply hope. In the championship runway, we're reminded plow from our own volition to conform to the will of God. What a cracking drove!

Including twelve tracks written or co-written by McCracken and produced by Ben Shive and Tyler Chester, each is a stirring, reflective soundtrack of faithfulness and patience, speaking direct into the dubiousness among everything going on in today'south world. Her writing reflects how nosotros've had to not only wearisome down our plans and agendas, simply to arrange or completely dismantle and rebuild them.  - JesusFreakHideout

PERSONAL FAVORITE

1. Josh White and Holly Ann:What'due south Done Is Done

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Review: My apologies to all of the Reformed who are offended by the artistic representation of Jesus in the album art. Non my choice.

That issue notwithstanding, this album is so good.

From the masterful lyrical word pictures to the seriously practiced and powerful acoustics, I cannot get enough of this album. The first time I listened to information technology, I had to listen to it all the style through -- and then I immediately wanted to listen to information technology again. That's an experience I accept on a very rare occasion. I'one thousand delighted to share this with you.

Holly Ann has a wonderful vox and Josh White is smooth, soulful, and perfect on guitar. The accompaniment is spot on, also. You lot'll get harmonica, jazzy piano, and lots of archetype rock vibes. At times, their sound reminds me of an old personal favorite, The Hush Sound. Both artists are a part of the Deeper Well music grouping, which you may desire to bank check out if you similar this album.

In one case again, astonishingly... I could observe no other reviews of this anthology.

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Christmas Music

Sovereign Grace:Sky Has Come

The Sing Team:The Last Christmas on Globe

Uncomplicated Hymns:Songs of Christmas

If you lot're interested...  I've also made Spotify playlists of my favorite secular music, including Ecclesiastes, the best songs from 1960-2000. Each artist can only exist featured once and the songs accept to be make clean plenty for my children to listen to it. You can follow me on Spotify.

That'south all for this year!

See you in 2021.

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