STYLE: MOR / Soft Pop RATING OUR PRODUCT CODE: 25343-12807 LABEL: Integrity 41752 FORMAT: CD Album ITEMS: 1 RELEASE DATE: 2007-06-30 RRP: £12.99
Reviewed by Ian Hayter
This set of 12 songs (and a short introductory track) was recorded live at a large church in Florida and has all the usual hallmarks of Integrity Music's live productions (under the skilful supervision of producers Brent Milligan and Don Moen). Michael's self-penned songs (with co-writer credits on a couple going to Paul Baloche and one to James Duvall) show great maturity. There are powerful anthemic songs such as "I Am Yours" and "I Will Dwell", together with more reflective offerings and some highly energetic praise songs ("From The Rooftops" and "You Amaze Me"). A tight band, with great guitar work from Drew Middleton and Rob Hawkins, give Mr Neale all the support he needs, and the energy and authenticity of the performance set this project apart from many other live worship sets. Somehow, Michael draws the listener into the worship experience so that the album becomes more than just a good listen - which is what a worship album should seek to achieve, but many never do.
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Product Description
Recorded LIVE at 11,000-member Christ Fellowship in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, 'No Greater Audience' features worship leader/songwriter Michael Neale in a modern worship celebration that combines fresh creativity with timeless expressions of praise.
With the energetic 'You Amaze Me' and 'Rooftops', flowing into powerful anthems like 'I Am Yours' and 'I Will Dwell', and resounding with the new classic 'More and More', this worship experience will bring you to that intimate place with God—THE Audience of ONE.