"Chosen For The Dream" by Bryan Austin (Spiritual Artist from Missouri (MO))

Just in time for the holidays, Bryan Austin has released a great collection of spiritual and holiday songs entitled "Chosen For The Dream." Bryan is a master of his craft and hails from the world of traditional gospel. His passionate vocals and enticing tracks make this compilation perfect for the upcoming holiday season. The vocal layers and performances are impressive to say the least. Whether A Capella or implanted in airy and ethereal arrangements, the voice stands on its own. The production value is also very good and you will feel great about putting this album on for a winter time gathering. One highlight is the opener "Jesus, I Love You", which not only expresses a powerful statement of faith, but gives you a convincing look at Austin's ability. He skillfully layers his vocals as the only instrument in the piece. Another great track is "Do You Hear What I Hear," which contains a standout vocal performance and will make you yearn for a snowy night by the fire. "Medley" wraps things up with one last taste of the great vocal harmonizing. If in need of some fresh Christmas music, look no further than "Chosen For The Dream."

-William & the RadioIndy Review Team
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"All to You" by Stanley Porter (Spiritual/R&B Artist from Boston, Massachusetts (MA))

"All To You," is the third album from urban gospel artist Stanley Porter. This release highlights his unique blend of gospel, soul, hip-hop, and R&B. Creating a spiritual experience is the theme of this album, and Porter delivers. Porter combines electrifying, danceable beats with heavy synthesizers and sincere, passionate vocals. He delivers a diverse collection of songs with spiritual, glorifying lyrics unique to his incredibly personal style and to the genre as well. The production is ambient and rich, sounding very professional throughout. Great vocal harmonies and layering is a trademark of Porter's sound. The inspirational anthem "Pray" and the silky "Everything" are perfect examples of this. Also listen to the expressive vocals on the moving "Speak" and the soulful "Righteous." Porter gives us a taste of his style of hip-hop with the uplifting track "Press," where he combines an aggressive groove with his distinctive, storytelling rhymes. Porter has produced an impressive collection of spiritually progressive songs with "All To You," which has a lot to offer for fans of contemporary gospel and Urban/ R&B alike.

-Rodney and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Spirit Groove" by Jason Hatfield (Spiritual/Soul Artist from Miami, Florida (FL))

Pastor Jason Hatfield has broken the mold of conventional praise and worship with his impressive release "Spirit Groove." As the title suggests, Hatfield's vision is to uplift the spirit with a musical groove. "Rain" is a tastefully funky opener, setting the tone for an energetic listening experience. The production is clean and professional, characterized by wonderfully layered vocals over a rhythmic backdrop provided by fantastic musicians on live instruments. The aptly titled "Party," is also a lively track filled with emotional vocals and spirited musical performances. The feisty "Rise Up" employs a horn section, playful bass line and silky drum groove to provide yet another enjoyable funky track. There are tender moments as well, such as the gently flowing "Break My Heart," the smooth "I Belong to You," and the graceful "Be My Refuge." The group of musicians Hatfield has assembled for this project is extremely talented, each musician shining throughout this release both individually and collectively. Jason Hatfield's "Spirit Groove" is a very inspirational and impressive release that can be enjoyed by fans of many musical eras and genres including Christian, R&B, Funk, Disco, and Motown.

-Rodney and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"New Beginning... About Time" by Dola (Spiritual/Easy Listening Artist from Maryland (MD))

"New Beginning... About Time" is a well-crafted contemporary gospel album brought to you by the talented singer Dola. Her vocal style can be described as operatic with hints of traditional African. The sounds skillfully arranged behind her are a combination of gospel, R&B, and jazz. The entire package makes for a truly unique experience and a very full and complete sound. There are many layers in each song, and everything seems to fall right into place. The album also sounds great and is ready for the radio. The album opener "New Song" kicks things off with a bang, introducing the full spectrum of the sound. The title track "New Beginning" features a wicked guitar intro and reels you right in with catchy lyrics and a powerful message. "Baba Ogo Ye O" hits you with a very accomplished jazz arrangement, then breaks down to allow a soft and sultry vocal performance by Dola. If you enjoy well-crafted gospel albums that fuse styles headed by diva quality vocals, you will certainly enjoy "New Beginning… About Time."

-William & the RadioIndy Review Team
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"Mark II" by MARK II (Spiritual Artist from Lexington, Kentucky (KY))

"Mark II" by Contemporary Christian Rock band Mark II (Mark Wright) is an impressive high-energy release featuring well-crafted songs with spiritual, compassionate messages. The message in each track is delivered through Wright's thought provoking lyrics and spirited vocal performances. Wright is backed by a group of talented musicians that provide excellent support and brilliant background vocals throughout. This album rocks hard with the foot-stomping opener "About a Savior," and continues with such melodic tracks as "Come Follow Me" and "Promises" that feature catchy guitar riffs and memorable choruses. Also noteworthy are the moving ballads such as the uplifting "I Believe" and the heartening "In Your Hands," where Wright's vocal abilities are on full display. The energetic "Miracle" is a fitting closer, as Wright hopes to touch lives as he conveys his positive, encouraging message through his music. Fans of Contemporary Christian Rock should definitely give "Mark II" a listen.

-Rodney and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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