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November-December 1996
September-October 1996
By Bob Carlisle
Shades of Grace, the brand new release from Bob Carlisle, features the #1 song "Mighty Love" and the tender tune "Butterfly Kisses." These songs will move you to a closer relationship with God. You know Bob's voice. Now get to know his heart.
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 790-1139-145, CD 790-1139-129
By HeartCry
Now this is praise and worship music with a serious groove! HeartCry introduces Prince of Peace, the new recording from Dave Bell. Fresh. Bold. Original. A powerful collection of all-new praise songs for the contemporary body of Christ.
Word HeartCry, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 701-969-0505, CD 701-969-0602
By Angel Tree Choir
Angel Tree is a ministry division of Prison Fellowship Ministries. Gifts are contributed for children who have one or both parents incarcerated. An Angel Tree Christmas combines the newly formed Angel Tree choir with full orchestral accompaniment, creating a beautiful collection of beloved Christmas classics.
StarSong, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. SSC 0138, CD SSD 0138
By various artists
It's gospel music's biggest Christmas release of '96. The Real Meaning of Christmas features Fred Hammond & Radical for Christ, Hezekiah Walker, Angelo and Veronica, Kim Rutherford, Commissioned, Ben Tankard, Gary Oliver and more. Also available is a Folio Song Book and accompaniment tapes.
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 84418-4407-4, CD 84418-4407-2
By various artists
Mother & Child offers 10 inspired songs, including Amy Grant's classic "Breath of Heaven", as well as "All is Well Tonight" from CeCe Winans and "That's Not Why We're Here" from Kim Hill. The stellar line-up runs the gamut of music from gospel to R&B and pop to country, celebrating mother-and-child relationships.
StarSong, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. SSC 0143, CD SSD 0143
By John Berry
With John Berry's treatment of 10 popular holiday standards such as "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," "O Come All Ye Faithful," "Silent Night," and the title track, this Grammy Award- winning vocalist has ensured that O Holy Night will be a yuletide treasure for years to come.
Sparrow, $10.98 cassette/$16.98 CD Cass. SPC 1604, CD SPD 1604
By Steve Green
With its full orchestration and choral accompaniment, The First Noel offers a new perspective on some of the season's most loved songs, plus two refreshingly original works, "Rose of Bethlehem" and "Good News," from one of Christian music's most loved artists, Steve Green.
Sparrow, $10.98 cassette/$16.98 CD Cass. SPC 1585, CD SPD 1585
By Phillips, Craig & Dean
From beginning to end, Phillips, Craig & Dean truly deliver a gift to the King with an album expressing the true joy of what it means to be a Christian. Repeat the Sounding Joy offers PC&D treatments of seven traditional Christmas carols, a worship medley, and three new original songs.
StarSong, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. SSC 0100, CD SSD 0100
By Kenny Rogers
Kenny Rogers' soulful vocals and poignant narration bring this unique album to life as he sings of the hope and love that underscores the true meaning of Christmas. The Gift is a warm collection of contemporary songs and timeless classics. Special appearances by Christian groups GLAD and the Katinas.
Word Nashville, $10.98 cassette/$16.98 CD Cass. 701-4711-016, CD 701-4711-024
By Sandi Patty
Sandi Patty and award-winning producer Greg Nelson take marvelous arrangements and team up with London orchestras for a stunning holiday classic. O Holy Night! utilizes Patty's talent in combination with timeless songs for a delightful Christmas treat.
Word, $10.98 cassette/$16.98 CD Cass. 701-9649-505, CD 701-9649-602
Big Band Christmas
Sentimental Season
For a personalized touch, send a CD Greeting Card (TM) like An Old English Christmas (CMD 5369), Big Band Christmas (CMD 5370), or Sentimental Season (CMD 5377). Each self-mailing card houses a full-length instrumental compact disc. Sign your own message, seal, and send!
Spring Hill Music Group, $9.98 each
July-August 1996
By Bruce Carroll
Miltiple Dove and Grammy-award winner Bruce Carroll features an acoustic-pop sound in Speed of Light. Top hits like "God Doesn't Know," "Here I Go Again," and "Worth It All" accompany seven more cuts on the project.
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 844-184-376-4, CD 844-184-376-2
By Michael O'Brien
"Once you hear him sing, you'll never forget his voice," is how a Christian music magazine describes Michael O'Brien. His new project, Conviction, showcases his impressive vocals and piano talent. Includes hits such as "The Story Goes On," and "If I Said Nothing at All."
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 844-184-259-4, CD 844-184-259-2
By Nouveaux
Acoustic-based modern music accompanies extremely poetic lyrics in Nouveaux's . . . And This Is How I Feel. Features the number one single "If Only," "Through Heaven's Fields," "Simply Beautiful," and seven more. Jars of Clay and Third Day fans will love this project.
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 844-184-251-4, CD 844-184-251-2
By 4 Him
It's been called 4 Him's best recording ever by CCM Magazine. The Message includes the number one radio hit "The Message" and the current single "Land of Mercy." Watch for GMA's Group of the Year on tour this fall with Point of Grace.
Benson, $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD Cass. 844-184-321-4, CD 844-184-321-2
By Rich Mullin
A 16-song collection of Rich Mullin's best work over the past 10 years appears in Songs. From "Awesome God" to "Sometimes by Step," Rich's songs are sung every Sunday by congregations across the country. Three new tracks accompany his classics.
Reunion, $10.98 cassette/$16.98 CD Cass. 701-0116-520, CD 701-0116-725
Today's hottest country artists, including lari White, John Berry, Charlie Daniels, and Shenandoah perform popular hymns in traditional style on Amazing Grace. A portion of royalties go to the Gospel Music Association to encourage and equip Christian artists and songwriters.
Sparrow, $10.99 cassette/$15.98 CD SPD/C 1445
Hear eleven great hymns performed by today's most popular Christian artists including Twila Paris, 4 Him, Steve Green, Point of Grace, and many more. Hymns & Voices presents the popular styling of each artist in a powerful way that will revive your love of hymns of the church.
Sparrow $10.98 cassette/$15.98 CD SPC/D 3162
By Phil Driscoll
Grammy and Dove Award winner Phil Driscoll delivers another hit album with A Different Man. His trademark blue-eyed soul vocal style, musical maturity and intelligent lyrics promote a life-changing faith that will touch your heart many times over.
Word
Cassette $10.98 7019682502
CD $15.98 701968260X
By Bryan Duncan
Let Bryan Duncan soothe you with peacful, penetrating hymns of My Utmost for His Highest: Quiet Prayers. Relax in the calm of favorites like "I Surrender All," "Take My Life," and "As the Deer." The project combines the talented vocals of this veteran tunesmith with the heartfelt lyrics of today's best-loved hymns.
Myrrh
Cassette $10.98 7017003381
CD $16.98 7017003616
By David Ruis
Featuring the popular worship music of David Ruis, Sweet Mercies offers some of the best Vineyard titles available. Ruis has penned Glory and Honor, Spirit of the Sovereign Lord, and Winds of Worship, among others. Listeners are reminded that through our weakness, God's strength is made perfect.
Vineyard, $10.98/$15.98 CD (Intro. price: $8.99/$13.99) VMC/D 9205
An extravaganza of truly beloved tunes sung by the original artists is compiled in Southern Gospel Classics. Choice recordings from The Martins, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Ivan Parker, and many others are some of the selections in this value-priced collection that are too good to pass up!
Spring Hill, $4.98 cassette/$7.98 CD CMC/D 5360
Brother to Brother represents the dream come true as these two gifted artists exchange places to record their favorite songs from each ohter's lengthy repertoire. The resulting project is a "must have" for anyone who appreciates the music of Michael Card and John Michael Talbot.
Myrrh
$10.98 cassette 7014603566
$16.98 CD 7014603604
The Porchlight Trio pays tribute to yet another of gospel music's greatest songwriters with Porchlight Volume Two, a collection of 10 classics penned by the legendary Dottie Rambo. The endearing elements of Rambo's timeless songs are heard in heartfelt vocals and smooth acoustic grooves.
Spring Hill, $7.98 cassette/$11.98 CD CMC/D 5358
25 Sunday School Songs Kids Love to Sing offers classics like Arky, Arky, Let the Sunshine In, Zaccheus Was a Wee Little Man, and Jesus Loves Me This I Know. The songs are a fun way for kids to learn about the truths in God's Word.
Straightway $4.99 cassette/$7.99 CD (Intro. price: $3.99/$5.99) SSC/D 0117
Uncontrollable laughter reigns in comedian Mark Lowry's latest video escapade Remotely Controlled. He spares no one in parodies of music videos, shopping networks, hair care commericials for men, and more. And he mixes humor and the Word in a stand-up segment. Grab a big drink, your favorite chair and flip through it again and again.
Word Records Video, $22.95/$16.98 CD
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