SPOTLIGHT CD REVIEW: HOPE & HEALING- THE TAYLORS
SOUTHERN GOSPEL SPOTLIGHT PRESENTS:
SPOTLIGHT CD REVIEW:
HOPE AND HEALING
THE TAYLORS
RELEASE DATE: APRIL 8, 2016
LABEL: STOWTOWN RECORDS
MEMBERS: SUZANNE TAYLOR HISE, CHRIS TAYLOR, JONATHAN TAYLOR
SONG LIST:
He Won't Fail You
Somebody's Praying
I Can Feel You Healing Me
We Are Not Ashamed
For What I Don't Know
Far Enough
Right Now
That's What The Cross Is For
Between Here and Heaven
Call Out My Name
The Day I Lay My Isaac Down
Worship You Again
I Hope He Smiles
THOUGHTS:
The Taylors have become one of the most popular family groups in Southern Gospel Music in recent years. It is quite clear that Jesus is living in the hearts of these four talented siblings. Group members Jonathan, Chris, Suzanne are dedicated to spreading the Gospel through song. True to the call, the Taylors, formed in 2006, continue to release quality recordings featuring their signature four part family harmonies and the powerful message of Jesus Christ. The group began as a quartet with their sister Leslie, who recently departed to accept the position of Pastor of Music and Students at Socastee Baptist Church along with her husband Aaron Perkins, who sang bass with the group occasionally. Now in a new season, the trio of Suzanne, Chris, and Jonathan bring fans another excellent record entitled Hope And Healing. This musical journey features songs of praise, hope, and comfort in that Taylors family style.
The project begins with a true Southern Gospel style track "He Won’t Fail You," which simply says the Lord will always be with you. Be strong in faith for He will be there for you! When times get rough, don’t fret for the Lord won’t fail you! This fun tune showcases the new blend nicely. The harmonies are tight and precise. The next song is a progressive style ballad which features Chris called "Somebody’s Praying." This beautifully written lyric captures the power of prayer. Jesus hears your prayers!! Give your burdens to the Lord!! Whatever happens, I still believe in Jesus and that even He prays for me! Jonathan takes the lead on another beautiful ballad called "I Can Feel You Healing Me" which is an intimate prayer to Christ asking for healing from grief and loss. This incredible song is definitely a standout for me on this project!! Next, the groovy "We Are Not Ashamed" simply proclaims that we are ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ!! This mid-tempo track features Suzanne’s captivating alto voice. Suzanne is also featured on the tender ballad "For What I Don’t Know," which is a song of surrender to Christ. He understands what I don’t know. We cannot live without Him leading our way! We must trust His will for He knows the plans He has for us. "Far Enough," featuring Chris once again, is another ballad which reminds us that God will go anywhere for us. Wherever we are, He would go far enough to save us! Amen! No matter how far you stray, you are never too far from God.
The tempo picks up with "Right Now," which features Chris on the first verse and Jonathan on the second verse. Nothing’s impossible with God who is faithful right now and forever. Right now and always, He is unchanging and in control!! Suzanne takes the lead once again on the mid-tempo track "That’s What The Cross Is For." This story driven song proclaims that healing and redemption can be found in Jesus Christ! Christ died on the cross for the redemption of all humankind. For those who are struggling, look to Jesus for He is the answer to the problems in your life. "Between Here And Heaven" is a mid-tempo progressive style song that features Jonathan. The easy going song reminds us to make the most of the days we’ve been given. Let your life be a light for Christ every moment of every day! The siblings showcase their beautiful harmonies on "Call Out My Name," which is truly a song of comfort. This powerful song simply says call out the name of Jesus and He will be there!! No matter when or where we need Him, He will be there! Jonathan is featured again on "The Day I Lay My Isaac Down," which is song about sacrifice. We must take up the cross for Christ! Sacrifice what is not of God or what keeps you from fully committing to Him. Suzanne shines once again on "Worship You Again." Lift your hands and voices in worship! Christ is worthy of our praise!! This incredible recording closes with another powerful anthem featuring Chris and Suzanne called "I Hope He Smiles." I want my life to bring Him glory! Let our hearts be true in all we do! I hope He smiles on us!
FINAL THOUGHTS:
THE TAYLORS SOPHOMORE CD ON STOWTWON RECORDS IS SURE TO BE A HIT!! INCREDIBLE SONGS, EXCELLENT VOCALS, AND TOP NOTCH ORCHESTRATION AND PRODUCTION QUALITY! LET THIS PROJECT BE A BLESSING TO YOU!! GO OUT AND GET THIS ASAP!!
5 OUT OF 5 STARS
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