SPOTLIGHT CD REVIEW: THE MUSIC GOES ON- THE TALLEYS
SOUTHERN GOSPEL SPOTLIGHT PRESENTS:
CD REVIEW:
THE MUSIC GOES ON
THE TALLEYS
LABEL: HORIZON RECORDS
PRODUCER: ROGER TALLEY
RELEASE DATE, APRIL 24, 2020, AVAILABLE EVERYWHERE MUSIC IS SOLD NOW!
GROUP MEMBERS: LAUREN, DEBRA, AND ROGER TALLEY
SONG LIST:
The Healer In The Grave (Lauren Talley, Kenna T. West, Lee Black)
This Day (Lee Black, Tony Wood)
Looks Like Jesus To Me (Aaron Wilburn)
Triumphantly The Church Will Rise (Kirk Talley)
He Has (Mark Wheeler)
Never Been A Time (Rachel McCutcheon, Terry Wilkins, Val Dacus)
Jesus Loves You (Lee Black, Tony Wood)
My Heart Is There With You (Verlon Thompson)
THOUGHTS:
After nearly thirty years, The Talleys, arguably one of Southern Gospel’s most recognized artists, bring their performing career to a close with their latest and final album. Aptly titled The Music Goes On, this eight song recording reminds listeners of God’s faithfulness. It also serves as a thank you to the many people who have supported the group over the years.
This exciting album opens with “The Healer In The Grave,” an upbeat song that tells of Jesus breaking the chains. This clever lyric (delivered by Lauren) tells the Resurrection story through the eyes of those who were healed by Christ in various miracles. Roger Talley takes the lead on the encouraging “This Day,” which says: “If I can trust You with my forever/ Then I can trust You with today.” Lauren Talley takes the lead once again on “Looks Like Jesus To Me,” a moving ballad about people living in the image of Christ. It encourages listeners to reach out to those in need as Jesus did. Next, the group re-records one of their greatest hits: “Triumphantly The Church Will Rise.” This powerful anthem tells of the day Christ will call His Church home! Debra Talley takes the lead on “He Has,” a beautiful reminder that God is faithful and true. The groovy “Never Been A Time” features Roger and simply says: there has never been a time when God has not been there for us. Lauren shines on the soulful “Jesus Loves You,” which powerfully proclaims: Christ loves you no matter what. This touching final album closes with the powerful “My Heart Is There With You.” Debra shines on this thank you in song. It simply yet beautifully says: “It’s just a line to let you know I think of you and miss you so/ And even though I’m far away my heart is there with you.”
FINAL THOUGHTS:
IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THIS IS THE FINAL RECORDING FROM THIS LEGENDARY GROUP. THE TALLEYS ONCE AGAIN DELIVER AN ALBUM FILLED WITH THEIR SIGNATURE MESSAGE MUSIC. TOP NOTCH VOCALS, WELL CRAFTED LYRICS, AND EXCELLENT MUSICIANSHIP. A WORTHY CLOSING CHAPTER TO THEIR STORIED CAREER!
THANK YOU TO DEBRA, ROGER AND LAUREN FOR SHARING YOUR LOVE FOR OUR SAVIOR, TALENT, AND MUSIC WITH SO MANY. GOD BLESS!
5 OUT 5 STARS!
FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT: www.thetalleys.com