The Water And The Blood is a new release from Sojourn Music. Twelve sets of hymn lyrics written by Isaac Watts have been provided with new music. Sort of indie rock / folk / country styles in generally restrained and reflective settings which are sensitive to Watt’s words, it is a companion album to 2009’s …
Also on the John Piper front, registrations have opened up for a one day event in August 2011 featuring Piper, which is being organised by the Queensland Theological College to mark its centenary. If I was in Brisbane I’d go. Check out the relevant info here. Watch this video. HT: Simone.
It’s a good time to like hymns. Man Of Sorrows Glorious King is an album of “New hymn re-arrangements and original songs for corporate worship. Rich texts centered around the Gospel, memorable melodies and fresh musical settings.” The album is the work of David Potter and was recently reviewed on Bob Kauflin’s blog, Worship Matters. …
A day that involved two five-hour car trips last week also gave me a reason to download some new music to listen to on the way. Ordinary Time is an independent folk acoustic trio rooted in the Christian tradition. Comprised of Ben Keyes (guitar, piano, mandolin), Peter La Grand (guitar, banjo, dobro), and Jill McFadden …
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