Jonathan Butler - Brand New Day

Published Tuesday 17th July 2007
Jonathan Butler - Brand New Day
Jonathan Butler - Brand New Day

STYLE: Gospel
RATING 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 25329-12806
LABEL: Maranatha! Music 738597190223
FORMAT: CD Album
ITEMS: 1
RELEASE DATE: 2007-06-30
RRP: £12.99

Reviewed by Martin Kendrick

An eclectic vibed gospel album from a highly talented vocalist and guitarist. Opening with the James Brown "c'mon" and brass jazz grooves of the title track and its track two reprise. A head nodding Tonex-like take on classic gospel themes "forget all your problems, forget all your worries, it's a brand new day." You then get quite a surprise when the guitar riff almost exactly mirroring U2's "End Of The World" kicks in at the beginning of "Gonna Lift You Up". Clearly Jonathan is an artist not afraid to explore some new genre influences. We then drift into more familiar waters with classic choir swaying soul on "Let The Redeemed Say So" and more stereotypical gospel worship. Fantastically produced, note perfect musicianship and highly groove-driven, the South African maestro clearly knows what he's doing.

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Product Description
International recording artist Jonathan Butler has a successful music career and thriving tour schedule, and this world-renowned singer/guitarist.
This fantastic Gospel CD entitled 'Brand New Day' is produced for the first time by Gospel industry breakout Mano Hanes (Israel & New Breed, CeCe Winans), featuring world-class musicians and singers (CeCe’s very own), his new sound is one part quintessential JB, one part 'Who Is that?'.
The tracks reverberate with all the musical muscle of an artist who knows what the fans want and of Gospel like you’ve never heard it before!
All the songs were written by Jonathan and they’re as personal as ever. Each one celebrates the blessing of life and the power of God’s faithfulness on the journey. The title track sets the tone for the rest of the project, expressing the joy of a man fulfilled.

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