Saturday, May 28, 2011

Time For Singing

Tim Hughes is not new to the world of worship music for the church. His first album had the song Here I Am To Worship, which it seems by now would be known by most churches on the planet. He has also written other widely known songs, including Beautiful One and Happy Day.



Love Shines Through is Tim's fourth studio record, and in my opinion this is his best yet. He's always been a great songwriter, penning meaningful and engaging lyrics as well as memorable and accessible melodies. That continues here on Love Shines Through. But what takes this record to a whole new level is the production.

Produced by Martin Smith, the echoes of Deliriou5? ring through time and again. Fantastic job Martin! Musically interesting and tonally rich, there is plenty to hear each time you listen. These songs will stir you spiritually and get you singing. Some great guest appearances certainly keep things lively too. Kim Walker-Smith of Jesus Culture really raises the energy in a couple of spots. And it certainly doesn't hurt any to have Michael-Guy Chislett (Hillsong United, Hillsong) playing guitar ...

In fact, this album sits comfortably alongside United's latest offering, Aftermath. And that's saying something! Check it out!