SPOTLIGHT CD REVIEW: MORE TO THE STORY- THE KINGSMEN
SOUTHERN GOSPEL SPOTLIGHT PRESENTS:
MORE TO THE STORY
THE KINGSMEN
LABEL: HORIZON RECORDS
PRODUCER: JEFF COLLINS
RELEASE DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
GROUP MEMBERS: RAY DEAN REESE (BASS), CHRIS JENKINS (TENOR), CHRIS BRYANT (LEAD), AND ALAN KENDALL (BARITONE)
SONG LIST:
Church Of The Great I Am (Kenna Turner West, Jason Cox, Billy Blackwood)
I See A Lamb (Chris Binion, Sue C. Smith, Joel Lindsey)
More To The Story (Kenna Turner West, Sue C. Smith, Jason Cox)
These Are The Days (Dixie L. Phillips, Matthew Lawson)
When The Old, Old Story Was New (Sue C. Smith, Mark Mathes, Gene Ezell)
What The Blood Does (Kenna Turner West, Lee Black, Devin McGlamery)
Just Can’t Get Over (Karen Gillespie, Rachel McCutcheon)
Still I Climb (Sandy Knight)
I Am Forgiven (Kenna Turner West, Christopher Bryant)
Ready For The Change (Lynn Robbins)
The Winds And The Waves Still Know (Kenna Turner West, Kristi Fitzwater, Jason Cox)
Tell It On The Mountain (Christopher Bryant)
THOUGHTS:
The Kingsmen have been and continue to be a mainstay in Southern Gospel Music. Ray Dean Reese continues to lead this incredible group as they release yet another stellar recording that lifts up the name of Jesus! More To The Story features twelve fantastic new songs of hope and inspiration.
This exciting new project opens with “Church Of The Great I Am,” a fun, uptempo tune that simply says: I am a part of the Church of the Great I Am! I am washed in His blood, forgiven, and redeemed! Chris Bryant’s strong lead is featured on the verses of this catchy tune. “I See A Lamb” is a powerful ballad featuring Alan Kendall, Chris Bryant, and Chris Jenkins on the verses. Chris Bryant is featured on the title track, a groovy, mid-tempo tune that simply says: don’t you worry because God is the author of your story. He has everything under control and there is more to your story. Alan Kendall takes the lead on the current single “These Are The Days,” a driving, mid-tempo track. This catchy lyric reminds us of our mission to share the Good News of Jesus Christ to all. These are the days for Faith to shine brighter! Make His Name known! Chris Jenkins shines on the powerful mid-tempo ballad “When The Old, Old Story Was New.” This well crafted song simply says: The Gospel still has the power to save! I’ll tell the Good News now like I would have back then when the old story was new! Alan Kendall takes the lead once again on the deeply moving ballad “What The Blood Does,” which beautifully tells of the transforming power of Christ and His blood. “Just Can’t Get Over” is a mid-tempo tune reminiscent of early 2000’s Kingsmen style. Chris Bryant delivers a powerful vocal on this great song that tells of the joy of being saved. Ray Dean Reese and Chris Jenkins share the lead on the tender, mid-tempo track “Still I Climb.” This song talks about perseverance and that God is with you on the journey of life. Chris Jenkins shines on “I Am Forgiven,” a beautiful song that thanks God for His forgiveness. We are undeserving, but He loves us anyway. “Ready For The Change” is a fun, energy filled tune that looks forward to the day of Christ’s return. “The Winds And The Waves Still Know” is a powerful track that reminds us that even in the darkest and most hectic storms, Christ is there and in control. Christ can calm the storms and keep us afloat. This incredible album closes with the Chris Bryant penned Christmas related tune “Tell It On The Mountain.” This fun track encourages listeners to tell the Good News of Christ!
FINAL THOUGHTS:
THE KINGSMEN HAVE DELIVERED ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS OF THE YEAR IN MY HUMBLE OPINION WITH MORE TO THE STORY. THIS POWERHOUSE LINEUP’S DEDICATION TO SPREADING THE GOSPEL TRULY SHOWS IN THEIR MUSIC. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: “STILL I CLIMB,” “TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN,” “THE WIND AND THE WAVE STILL KNOW,” “CHURCH OF THE GREAT I AM,” AND “WHAT THE BLOOD DOES.”
GO GET THIS CD ASAP!
5 OUT OF 5 STARS!
FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.kingsmenquartet.com