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Mountain High...Valley Low

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Yolanda Adams is without a doubt the leading Female Gospel Artist of this time! I sat and watched as she's grown vocally, emotionally, musically and spiritually through each of her projects. Her latest project Mountain High, Valley Low is probably the best gospel project I've heard in quite some time. Some of the standout selections are the popish Yeah, the tender Fragile Heart, the moving That Name, the Soul-stirring In the Midst of It all, a great duet with the right message (w/Kelly Price) He'll Arrive, the man himself Fred Hammond produced the rockin' Continual Praise and the rockin' closer Already Alright. Not only is it filled with a variety of musical styles but the lyrics are exceptional, the music itself is uplifting and inspiring, she is definitely singing and more importantly, she has received a spiritual endowment from the Lord (anointing) for such a time as this. Very few gospel artist projects have good packaging, good lyrics, good singing, good production and the anointing of God. That a five-fold project that very few have. However, Mrs. Adams-Crawford is the exception and I whole heartedly agree with Amazon.com. I'm happy that they have chosen her to be Artist of the Year. I just hope that those persons in charge of the Grammy Ballot has not overlooked Mrs. Adams-Crawford again. This is the project that's going to reach the masses, grab the grammy, minister to the saints and those who do not attend church. I cannot close without mentioning her live performances (Donny and Marie, Soul Train Christmasfest, Showtime at the Apollo). They have been exceptional! It's marvelous to know that mainstream is no longer associating Gospel Music with Kirk Franklin or the Winans Family (who I appreciate too) because there is a heap of rich talent in the industry and Yolanda Adams is certainly leading the pack. Ladies and Gentlemen, I urge you to purchase this cd and allow it to speak into your life. It will encourage you, it will provoke you to think on the goodness of Jesus and it will bring in a spirit of fun and laughter into the atmosphere and it's just a good piece of work. Yolanda, God Bless You and stay in the Will of the Lord. For He has indeed set you aside for such a time as this and the best is truly yet to come.

There are few words to describe this incredible, anointed woman. God has given her a gift to sing and she uses it to His glory. "Mountain High, Valley Low" is a wonderful mix of some great music. Yolanda uses hip-hop, R&B, jazz and of course, traditional gospel in this fabulously produced and written CD. "Time To Change", "Yeah", "That Name", "In The Midst Of It All", "The Things We Do", "He'll Arrive" and "Continual Praise" are all great songs. How could she go wrong with Richard Smallwood, Kevin Bond, Fred Hammond, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Kelly Price and Lauryn Hill on this project? Although her sound is very contemporary and progressive, Yolanda never strays from the uncomprising Word of God. This CD takes Yolanda to higher heights and into new territory and seals her place in Gospel music history.

When a most people think of Yolanda Adams' Greatest Hits, they think of "The Battle is the Lord's," and "While Riding Through the Storm." When I think of Yolanda Adam's greatest hits, I think of "Mountain High...Valley Low." This album is by far one of the best, if not the best, collections of song Ms. Adams has ever put forth. With songs that praise the Lord as well as songs that teach us how to love one another, "Mountain High...Valley Low" will truly bless anyone who listens to it.

"Mountain High, Valley Low" is one of the best pieces of music I've ever heard. Yolanda gives you both contemporary and some traditional flavor. I had the pleasure of interviewing Yolanda on my radio show in Philadelphia. She's gorgeous, humble and truly annointed.

Some of my favorite cuts include "Yeah", and up-tempo energetic and fun song. "That Name" allows Yolanda to really show her vocal range. "In The Midst Of It All" is the ultimate testimonial song. And for you R&B fans there's "Open My Heart". This is a smooth, gorgeous ballad. It reminds you of Luther Vandross' "Love Won't Let Me Wait".

"Mountain High, Valley Low" makes an excellent addition to your CD collection. Give it a listen...Trust me, you'll love it!

This has to be Yolanda's best CD yet. She has come a long way from background/lead singer, and her introduction at the Congressional Black Caucus Breakfeast in DC in '91. She delivers her heart and soul in Fragile Heart and Open My Heart. Even more so, she keeps you moving and thinking with Better Change. This CD is one every contempory gospel music lover should have in their collection. She's topped the charts on Gospel and R&B. It's hot and explosive.

I have been a fan of Yolanda Adams for years but she is at her peak on this album. The collaborations with noted gospel and r&b producers were a good idea. She is annointed and blessed and I can feel the Holy Spirit when she sings. Thank God for such talent!

YOLANDA HAS PROVEN WITHOUT A DOUBT THAT KNOWING GOD'S WORD & SINGING IT IS THE ULTIMATE IN GOSPEL MUSIC. HER SINCERE LOVE FOR GOD IS REFLECTED IN HER EXPRESSIVE AND UNHINDERED MINISTERATIONS. THIS ALBUM IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ANYONE WHO DESIRES OR LOVES TO WORSHIP THE LORD IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH!

I heard Yeah, that was enough for me to buy the CD. I went totally off on THAT NAME. I had to pull the Car over....... The whole CD is just Anointed..... GOD keeps doing more and more for, and through those who love HIM and are called by HIS NAME. Just Get it and you'll See!

In addition to Yolanda's 'Live in Washington' CD, Mountain High...Valley Low is indeed a blessing to my life. There was a time when I was going through the storms of life and was prepared as well as ready to give up. At that very moment, I had placed 5 CDs in my CD Changer not realizing Yolanda Adams was one of those CDs (never hearing this CD before), hit the shuffle button, and only God knew what would play first. 'Open up my Heart' not only rebuked the devour that was causing me to take my life, but it brought me to my knees as I began to cry out to God for salvation. From that day forward, I can honestly say: I no longer just know of GOD, but I have a relationship with GOD, My Heavenly Father, like never before. Yolanda, I don't know if you will ever see this review. However, my testimony will share it all within my book someday soon. God Bless You and thank you for allowing God to use you in such a mighty way. I am truly a fan to your Evangelizing Ministry...STAY ENCOURAGED.

This is Yolanda Adams at her very best! "Open My Heart" is breathtaking, but just as stellar is "The Things We Do", with audio footage of Martin Luther King, Jr. in the background. This song lets you know that it's the little everyday things we do for the people we love that matter. Yolanda, the things YOU do and the things YOU say are the greatest gifts you'll ever give away!!!