Recommended CDs

Every once in a while it’s nice to hear something really different, and in most genres it’s quite rare to have your expectations be so pleasantly blown away.  This is the case with Stuart Townend’s new release The Journey. As a writer Stuart has added some great songs to that modern worship song book, but his sound on his latest album is anything but typical.  It’s best to describe it as a folk/celtic kind of mix, and it’s really easy and so enjoyable to listen to. If you’re looking for something a little different in the music department, then check out this album. Click here to listen and to buy.

‘Love Shines Through’ is the first studio album in four years, and the fourth full-length studio album for Britain's much loved worship man, Tim Hughes. Across the eleven tracks the Worship Central/Holy Trinity Brompton leader delivers a range of worship songs that are engaging, inspiring and sure to become church-essentials for many years to come. Click here to listen or to buy.

Each year, Passion usually release a compilation album recorded live at their annual conference. This year’s effort, 'Here for You', captures the voices of over 20,000 students singing along with leaders Chris Tomlin, Christy Nockels, David Crowder Band, Kristian Stanfill, Matt Redman and Charlie Hall. The affecting atmosphere of the event is perfectly captured within the confines of the 12 tracks.  There’s a reason why many of today’s brightest worship leaders and songwriters originate from the Passion camp. Listen to 'Here for You' and you’ll discover why.  Click here to listen and/or to buy.

'Creation Sings' is Stuart Townend’s seventh solo album, following hot on the heels of the successful 'Best Of' and 'There Is A Hope' albums. It’s a studio recording with a strongly acoustic sound, drawing on the strong melodic traditions of English, Scottish and Irish folk and combining them with classical, country and gospel influences to create a very distinctive worship sound. There are instruments that don’t usually make it onto worship albums and sounds that set this album apart from the usual offerings that cram the shelves of the worship section of your local shop. Click here to listen or to buy.

Songs Of Fellowship has been around for nearly two decades, and is considered the finest and most comprehensive collection of songs and hymns in the world. 6 CDs, 100 Songs and Hymns, and a colossal 50 artists all coming together to produce a CD box set of over 7 ½ hours.  Songs Of Fellowship 100 is a superb collection from writers & worship leaders old and new. 100 songs including ‘Lord Reign In Me’, ‘Shout To The Lord’, ‘Here I Am To Worship’ and ‘How Deep The Father’s Love’ giving a depth  that will enrich any listener. Click here to listen and buy. 

Church Music is an album which is designed to play continuously to form one seamless suite of music. The customary David Crowder Band driving rhythms & striking melodies are present and correct, and it seems the band is striking out ever further towards its creative zenith.  At 17 songs, the album, as a whole, may seem a tad long and hard to digest at one sitting. Patience and persistence, however, reveals a profound joy in the Lord and some strong theological lyrical content (listen to "The Veil" as one example) making this a beautifully rounded piece of work.  Click here to listen or to buy.

Paul Baloche is one of today’s most influential worship writers. He has written songs that are shaping worship services all over the world.  From 'Open The Eyes of My Heart' and 'Above All', to 'Your Name' and 'Hosanna', Paul has crafted some of the most loved songs in church culture.  On 'Glorious', the highly anticipated follow-up to 'Our God Saves', Paul delivers eleven new songs that will lead you into personal and corporate worship.  Click here to listen or to buy.

This is the third solo album of Phatfish front-woman Lou Fellingham. The title track is genuinely encouraging and invites to a life of freedom in God, liberated from fear and guilt. "Christ In Me" develops from a calm devotional song into a rich, dynamic sweep of sound. Alongside the skilled songwriting and Lou's tenderly expressive singing there is top rate musicianship with deft contributions from Amy Winehouse's drummer Troy Miller and tasty guitar licks from one time Delirious? man Stu G. Even in a scene awash with worship albums, 'Step Into The Light' stands out.  Click here for more.

Phil Wickham’s latest release is a superb album.  The opener "Eden" bursts into view in an explosion of vibrant sound setting the scene for an album that excels in every sense. In a release where every track is a highlight, "The Time Is Now" stands out courtesy of an unforgettable melody, a stirring performance from Wickham and a delightful cameo from the London Symphony Orchestra and would be reason enough to buy this album were it not for 11 other equally great songs. 'Heaven & Earth' is fantastic from start to finish.  Click here for more.

Many loved and time tested worship songs have been penned by Graham Kendrick. He’s inspired a generation of worshippers and shown a strength of commitment to the worship of the church that can’t be overlooked.  The Very Best Of Graham Kendrick features classic songs such as Amazing Love, Meekness & Majesty, Is Anyone Thirsty?, Knowing You Jesus and Servant King.  Each of the 28 worship songs show why Graham has been at the heart of contemporary worship for so many decades.  Click here for more.

The Best of Stuart Townend contains 31 tracks of live worship music from various events Stuart has been part of over many years including Worship Together and Mandate.   This album ranges from his early songs through to his new ones.   Songs include Lord I’m Grateful, How Deep The Father’s Love and See What a Morning.  Stuart Townend often co-write with Keith Getty, and has the ability and anointing to write songs that are full of sound theology and great challenges.  Click here for more information & to listen.