Customer Reviews

Love God. Love People

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I gotta say Israel never makes the same album twice. At first I found this release to be disappointing because I was looking to more "Moving forwards", "I Receives", "Just Wanna Say" etc..but I gave it another chance and realized besides how impressive the production..lyrically Israel conveys great/positive messages. While there may not be many praise & worship songs you can use at church, this album is more mainstream and can easily attract different types of people.

Standouts include: "Hosanna", "You Won't Let Go", "Others", "Our God", and "Name of Love".

Highly recommend this album to everyone: and to those who don't love it right away--give it another listen without trying to compare it to his previous albums..Welcome to the Love Revolution (4.5 stars)

Basically, if you liked, "The Power of One" you will probably like this album. I would say it is a small step below The Power of One, but still good none the less. It is typical Israel - always some insane chord progressions that will leave you utterly baffled (Yahweh), and always at least one song that provides a brand new sound that you have never really heard a gospel artist explore before (You Won't Let Go, Name of Love)

Worth the purchase.

I love the upbeat flavor mixed with juicy harmony. The production and arrangement of each track is done brilliantly. From track 1 to the last track, you are put on a roller coaster ride. I'm recommending this album to everyone I see. Every single song could be #1 hit for any secular radio station. This album should win a Grammy. You should buy this album because it wont leave your cd player or stop playing on your ipod.

I have loved Israel since hearing "Taste and See" and have never stopped listening or looking out for new music from him. I was surprised by The Power of One "I Receive" and "Sing Redemption's Song". I couldn't wait for Israel's new music and instantly fell in love with the single "You Hold My World". Once I purchased the CD though, I instantly fell in love with "Hosanna" and to have this Indonesian worship song (Sid Mohede) is so Israel. He is one of the most creative anointed songwriters and producers in Christian Music. His technique, tone, and approach to music is so heavenly sounding that it's a wonder how he made it. I love listening to the chord progressions and the different arrangements that Aaron Lindsay, Tommy Sims, and him use in creating their music. Mercies is my go to praise song when I want to dance. My love for Fred Hammond is equal to Israel so to have them collaborate on Surprises and hearing the end "He's crazy about me, Daddy, you're madly in love with me", to the 1960s "You Won't Let Go". Please don't get me started on "Love Revolution" which makes you sit down and think about what you are doing as a Christian. Because of Israel, I have a whole new approach due to "Love God, Love People".

I have several of Israel's CDs and this is, by far, my favorite. Most of the music is upbeat so my kids enjoy it too. What I love best is the messages in the music. When I think about some of the things I complain about compared to the plight of so many people around the world, especially those in third world countries, I have to bow my head in shame. I can honestly say, that I have made some changes for the better in the complaint category. This music is God-glorifying and powerful!

While this is different from Israel's other records it is really amazing. Sometimes I've got to listen to a record a few times to love it even with an artist like Israel but not this time. First listen and I LOVE it!!

Another great CD by Israel!! I love pretty much every song, but my favorite has to be "Surprises". Israel just has a way of taking you into worship and its a beautiful thing. Definitely an annointed man of God!

I'm a huge Israel Houghton fan and this CD does not disappoint. Gotta love his praise and worship style. Love God. Love People rocks.

This CD is an improvement over his last project that left a lot to be desired for my taste ...

I'm a big fan of Israel Houghton (and New Breed). My favorite song is "Others". This CD is one of those you'll get for the messages of the lyrics.