Kevin L. Betton Jr. | Carlisle, PA - Yeah I never heard of it either! | 10/29/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is a ABSOLUTE MUST HAVE for all gospel music lovers. JJ Hairston and Youthful Praise have produced another album filled with a multitude of uplifting worship. This album is worth every penny, gospel choirs all over the world are soon to be singing the majority of the songs in this album.
From start to finish EVERY SONG is worth 4-5 stars. (Although I wasn't feeling "Spirit Of God," it sounded like they couldn't figure out whether it was supposed to be a fast or slow song) I'm looking at the CD now trying to pick 2-3 songs that standout, when there are literally like "11." I had the honor to be at the Live Recording, GET THE DVD AS WELL. So much went on at the end you don't wanna miss. YP's former director Pastor Shawn Brown was there and directed "Awesome God," it was a must see.
The guest artist were slamming too! YOU MUST HEAR Judy McAllister on "Glory And Honor," and Bishop T.D. Jakes P&W Leader Steve Lawrence teamed up with Timiney Figeroa-Caton on "I Will Give You Praise." Pastor Jason Nelson added his vocals to "Everything Is Changed." I have Ricky Dillard's & James Hall's and they're both great - but this is BY FAR THE BEST CHOIR CD OF THE YEAR. YP got robbed by Donald Lawrence for Choir of the year last time, this album will make sure it's a landslide in their favor!!
You can feel the personal nature of these songs which were obviously written as personal testimonies. I especially enjoyed the words to "Jesus Reigns," exceptionally well written. And the remake of the Twila Paris hit "He Is Exalted," is one of my personal favorites on the album. The album just flows from beginning to end, you can pop in the CD and just let it play and it feels like the songs get better and better. Tremendous props to JJ & YP on another superb album!"
Listening to previews
Rell | The Big NJ | 05/25/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm actually excited about this CD from listening to the previews. I'm feeling the CD already, I don't even have it. Only Donnie McClurkin CDs have given me that annointed feeling from previews, amazing. Youthful Praise is quickly becoming one of my favorites."
Spirit Is Exalted
M. J. Moore | Chicago, Illinois United States | 03/08/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is phenomenal. It's breathtaking and it's transforming. Although Youthful Praise's most recent CD with Incredible God, Incredible Praise was incredible, this CD takes it to another level of deep praise & worship. The uptempos minister to the spirit, and the slow songs get one into God's holy, majestic presence. It's indescribable how good this CD is. It's a must-have for anyone looking for music to minister to him/her. While the whole CD is excellent, a few standout tracks include
Jesus Reigns--a strong uptempo that simply exalts our great God
Glory and Honor--a P&W song for any church led by powerful worship leader Judith McAllister
He Is Exalted/Give You Praise--This is the Incredible God, Incredible Praise of this song, and it truly is a song that gets me into God's presence.It's wonderful.
Everything Is Changed--A prophetic message from God about everything being changed whether we see the physicality of that change or not, spiritually, it's changed.
I Will Give You the Praise--This song is awesome. True praise."
AWESOME
Nyshima T. Johnson | Albany, NY USA | 11/06/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album is a must have! For all those looking for a fresh word and a new song listen to this album. I do believe that before any gospel artist comes out with another project they should really pray and ask God what to sing. Youthful Praise, I believe has done that, and really saught the face of God to touch his people. What an amazing album! Jesus Reigns to Glory and Honor, those are the only songs I need to listen to....oo lets not forget No Lack, I think that's what its called...man God has truly blessed this choir and the director. Evang. Judith McCallister and Jason Nelson, Timinary Figueroa, so many have helped with the power of this album. All of you out there this is a keeper."