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After all these years, there's still nothing quite like a new project from Kirk Franklin. It's hard to believe that he's been on the scene since 1993. Since Kirk Franklin and the Family debuted, Gospel and music in general have been turning their heads to see what this self-proclaimed church boy is all about.
True to previous projects, this new one, Hello Fear, isn't just about the soulful music and innovative beats. Rather, it's the combination of his melodies and grooves with his transparency, his honesty, and his accessible story that draws us in to Franklin's world.
The project title references the fact that we all deal with fears of various sorts, and that for Kirk Franklin, the time for turning and facing fears is now. The transparency is palpable.
Joining Franklin on production is longtime collaborator and keys man, Shaun "Harold" Martin. Vocalists Isaac Carree, Anaysha Figueroa, Nikki Ross, Charmaine Swimpson and Eric Moore. A must have for all gospel CD collectors.
They are the duo that is holding down in a major way for the Gospel community.
Over five million albums sold, three Grammy Awards, and major network television performances have caused these two young ladies to become icons in not just in Gospel, but in music period. Erica and Tina Campbell, aka Mary Mary, have mastered their calling and know exactly what they are called to do. While some might not understand, these ladies believe in doing it "BIG" and representing the kingdom big.
After releasing a Sound on the earth, the sisterly twosome has returned with Something Big. This album brings a fresh new vibe to gospel music, with their unmatched tones and blazing beats create even more legendary music. Warryn Campbell once again ably delivers with top notch production.
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By far this is one of the best CD's to be released this year.
For over 15 years, Deitrick Haddon has been one of gospel's leaders in the area of urban gospel. From his days with the Voices of Unity to his solo career, Haddon has produced countless hits that have become the soundtrack for a generation. So where else can the Detroit pastor go from here? Next stop: The Moon!! That's right, Haddon presents a 19-track concept album known as Church On The Moon, desiring to take Kingdom music to a place it's never been.
Without question, the album is Haddon's most urban and progressive presentation to date, with top-notch production and introspective and creative lyrical content. The album is filled with many memorable moments that are too numerous to digest with a singular listen. Fred Jerkins lends his production
genius to the hard-hitting groove called "Power". You just can't let go of this jam. New producer AJ Encore produces perhaps the album's most lyrically creative piece titled "Gravity". This urban ballad likens the weight of the world to the force of gravity's pull.
Musically, Haddon goes old school with the Motown-tinged "Touch Me", which will quickly become a favorite, as will the pop-influenced "Save Somebody", featuring Damita Haddon. Guest appearances continue as Milliyon adds his hip-hop flair to the street-savvy prayer anthem "Bended Knees". Arguably, the collaboration of the year takes place on "Reppin' the Kingdom", as Haddon teams with Tye Tribbett, J. Moss, Canton Jones, and T. Haddy for another heavy hitting track that is guaranteed to be huge hit in urban circles.
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