We’re super excited to host the stream of one of the tracks from Paul Baloche’s new project. You can go preorder the album here. Special thanks to our friends at integrity music and we are worship!
Worship Review // Bryan and Katie Torwalt // Champion
There are some fantastic songs on this album to use in your church. Here are some thoughts on songs that stood out to me. You’ll definitely want to pour over the album for yourself to see what works in your church context. World of Grace // I get a big coldplay vibe from this one. …
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Worship Review // Weston Skaggs // Joy and Sorrow and Meet
The guys over at sprig music are putting together some great music for the church. There’s a uniqueness to Weston Skaggs’ new album that may be just right for your church. Here’s a breakdown of some of the songs that stood out to us: Glory to Your Name // The musicality of this track is …
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Worship Review // Hillsong United // Of Dirt And Grace
Chances are you’re probably doing a lot of the songs from Hillsong United’s Empires in your church already. If you are, this record will give you some fresh ideas and arrangements. If you’re not, maybe this will help you contextualize the songs for your church! Here are my thoughts on some of the album: Here …
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Worship Review // King’s Kaleidoscope // Beyond Control
Beyond Control is only King’s Kaleidoscope’s second full-length record but it doesn’t feel like it. The band released their first EP in 2011 and has been prolific ever since with a solid catalog of live recordings and studio EPs in addition to their two records. Whether its because or in spite of having released the …
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Worship Review // Elevation Worship // Here As In Heaven
In October of 2015 I was able to spend some time down in Charlotte, NC for Inside Elevation and I’ve been waiting for this album ever since. Being able to experience first hand these songs in a congregational worship setting left me longing to introduce some of these to my home church. The intention of …
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Parrish // Death Was Buried in It’s Grave
Welcome to the first feature in our “The Writing Room” series. You can expect more to come! This is the place where we’ll showcase music from contributors and partners of The Church Collective. You can read more from this particular contributor by clicking on their profile below this feature. What’s the theme of your song? …
Brothers McClurg // Going Back to Bethlehem
Introduction// This has to be one of the COOLEST Christmas albums I’ve heard in a while. Lately it seems like everyone has been doing a Christmas album because it’s something that is easy to do in the “Off Season”. This one however, has so much heart, talent, craft and love packed into, that its bound …
Worship Review // John Mark McMillan
We had a great chat with John Mark about the recording of this podcast. Be sure to check it out. If you’re only familiar with John Mark McMillan because you’ve seen his name attached to “How He Loves.” You’re missing out on a lot of great music. You may not find a lot of songs …
Worship Review // Paul Baloche // Christmas Worship Vol 2
Check out our podcast interview with Paul here. Introduction// In retrospect, it did feel weird sitting in my car with my pumpkin flavored coffee, cruising to work listening to Christmas music…in October. But over all I was quite captivated by the arrangements, so much so, that as I listened, I seemed to forget it was …
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Worship Review: Ghost Ship // Costly
Worship Review: Ghost Ship // Costly Ghost Ship is Seattle based band with a unique folk/ambient/Seattle rock sound that is all their own. There is no confusing Ghost Ship with anyone else out there. Ghost Ship’s music was made popular through their ministry at Mars Hill Church which dissolved in 2014. They had 3 …
For All Seasons // Live Sessions, Vol. 1
Miles takes us through For All Seasons’ latest offering, Live Sessions, Vol. 1
Facsimile // Run To The Rock
Facsimile is a relatively unknown group hailing from Long Beach, California. But don’t count on them being unknown forever! I can’t stop listening to the somewhat intense, but relaxing shimmering ambience and spot-on vocals. I’m talking about the recent release Run to the Rock. I’m not sure I can quantify the sound. It’s almost like a cross between Citizens/King’s …
Worship Review // Hillsong United // Empires
Before we get started, remember that our reviews are meant to help you navigate the album and offer suggestions for use in your church context. I’d love to hear how you’re using this music in your church in the comments below. Here’s my rundown. Here Now (Madness) // The opening track for the album is …