Monday, March 5, 2012

New Releases - March 6, 2012

Hey Music Fans!
This week we have some great releases from new artists and some releases from some very familiar names.

Andy Cherry - Nothing Left to Fear - Essential Records - Provident
Meet Andy Cherry, a 25-year-old songwriter and worship leader from Charlotte, N.C.  The warmth of his music stitches together American roots and soaring, moody tones of British rock.  At the same time Andy challenges commonly held assumptions about God through his lyrics.  He urges you to open up, be bold enough to ask God the tough questions, and believe He has the shoulders to bear those questions. If you like NEEDTOBREATHE you will also enjoy Andy Cherry! Here is the acoustic version of his first single as he performed on Air1 Radio...

Fireflight - NOW - Essential Records - Provident
Fireflight returns with their most explosive and personal album to date entitled Now. This album contains the signature aggressive rock that Fireflight is know n for with some new elements including synth-rock, neo-prog and electronic layers all while keeping their sense of urgency. "Now is a call to more beyond where you are; a call to not accept the way things are just because life is hard or takes a twist and turn. Now points to God as your refuge and comfort as you look beyond personal circumstances. There is no greater time than the present. You can make a difference. This is your time Now!"

Jeremy Horn - Sound of the Broken - FairTrade - Provident
Jeremy Horn is grounded in years of service as a worship pastor at one of the most racially diverse churches in Memphis, TN. That diversity brings with it countless stories of brokenness and redemption. Sharing in those experiences help lay the groundwork for his newest album, Sound of the Broken. With an engaging pop and intimate worshipful authentic in sharing the message of hope in the midst of broken people.

Israel & New Breed - Decade: The Best of Israel Houghton and New Breed - Integrity - Provident
This essential collection brings together the best songs from multi-Grammy Award winner and cross-cultural worship leader, Israel Houghton.  The First Decade, highlights the career and brightest songs from Israel Houghton and New Breed who transformed the sound of contemporary worship. This double disk repertoire has been remixed and remastered and introduces 2 new songs including the global church anthem "Jesus at the Center of It All" which is currently being sung by some of the largest congregations around the world including Hillsong, Lakewood, Free Chapel, and others. 

Flame - The 6th - Clear Sight Music
While The 6th has plenty of style, however, Flame never sacrifices substance as the lyrics are jam-packed with relevant reflections on the human condition. "Really, it’s a study of anthropology as we look at mankind from many different angles,” says Flame, a.k.a. Marcus Gray. "God created humans on the sixth day, we are the climax of God’s creation, and God deposited so much meaning—and purpose—into us as humans. So I wanted to explore what that means. Are we still where He intended us to be? How far have we actually fallen from the pace, and how do we return to our original purpose? Those are the questions I explore in this album."

Sarah MacIntosh - Current - Integrity Music
Sarah MacIntosh is no stranger ot the world of worship music.  As the former lead singer of Chasing Furies, she toured the country with bands like Jars of Clay and Burlap to Cashmere.  Now, Sarah is releasing her solo music, and collaborating with artists like MIchael W. Smith, Matt Redman, David Crowder, Tim Hughes, and Brenton Brown.  Her first release with Integrity Music, Current, is powerful, electric, and exciting.

Todd Agnew - How to be Loved - Ardent
Todd Agnew is a five-time Dove Award nominee, garnering numerous hit radio singles including two #1 hits, “Grace Like Rain” and “This Fragile Breath (The Thunder Song).”  HOW TO BE LOVED is Todd’s newest project and is his 6th studio recording. Since his last album, NEED, Todd has experienced marriage and moving to a new state, which have brought a fresh perspective to creating this new music for his fans. Produced by Paul Ebersold (Skillet, 3 Doors Down), HOW TO BE LOVED offers a more pop-inspired collection of songs like “God Undefeatable,” “The One You Want,” and “There’s Coming A Day.”



Anthony Evans - Home - Fair Trade Services

In his sixth studio album Home, Evans’ inspiration came from his recent conviction and subsequent decision to move ‘Home’ to Dallas to aid his Father, Dr. Tony Evans, in ministry and be closer to family. Despite fears and reluctance, Anthony resolved to faithfully move forward in obedience and found peace in the process. The lessons he learned are expressed creatively, clearly and with honesty. Home is a perfect merger of soulfully arranged worship standards and original anthems, performed with passion and power in every note, from a man who could easily be called one of Christian music’s most talented male vocalists. 

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