Music CD - Jonathan Butler: Brand New Day

	Music CD: Brand New Day Artist: Jonathan Butler List Price: $16.98 Our Price: $11.40 Your Save: $ 5.58 ( 33% ) Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Manufacturer: Maranatha
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Tracks: 1. Brand New Day 2. Redeemed 3. Gonna Lift You Up 4. Mercy -- w/ Jodie Butler 5. You Are My Everything 6. Do You Still Love Jesus? 7. I Believe 8. I Love To Worship 9. We Love To Praise Your Name 10. He Said He Would 11. Magnify The Lord
Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0738597190223 Label: Maranatha Manufacturer: Maranatha Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Maranatha Release Date: 2007-06-05 Studio: Maranatha
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: To the next level ( Apologies to Israel Houghton) Comment: I must admit I'm an unabashed Jonathan Butler fan. As far as I'm concerned, he could sing the phone book and make it entertaining. I have seen him live in concert and enjoyed "Live in South Africa" immensely. I really appreciated "The Worship Project" for its purity, simplicity and heart. I told him of my appreciation of that album at his Rendezvous All-Stars concert back in 2006, in Memphis. At that time the Gospel Goes Classical was in the pipeline and although Mr. Butler's contributions were good, I was left feeling a little short changed by the experience. "Brand New Day", however has exceeded expectations. Although lyrically not ploughing any new territory, muscially this is a more varied project moving from praise into worship and with a much higher level of production. The variety of styles helps to keep the listenber engaged - it's great to work out to, by the way... The songs aren't entirely self composed, in fact Jonathan reworks the old standby "O Magnify the Lord" and refreshes it with a latin feel. The biggest stylistic shift is the collaboration with Israel Houghton on "Gonna Lift You Up" which really rocks out! The duet with his daughter Jodie, called "Mercy" is one of a number of very sweet worship songs that could easily be adapted for most congregations. The final two selections are among my favorites; " I Believe" (not to be confused with another track bearing the same title on his "Surrender" album) is a sumptious ballad replete with a gorgeous string arrangement, beautifully sung. while the final track is another simple yet heartfelt plea to "Tell me (Do you still love Jesus)" accompanied by just Jonathan's tasty electric guitar - once again reminding us that he is a very accomplished jazz guitarist. If I have one fear, it is that this project, like his previous one will not get the promotion or the attention it deserves within the Christian marketplace. Make no mistake - Jonathan Butler has taken it to the next level with this quality release. Customer Rating: Summary: Great Demo CD for High End Audio! Comment: Everyone has hit on the spiritual aspects of this CD. This is definately a worship project, but musically - I think it's one of the best cd's in relation to soundstage and imaging that I've heard. This project was mssterfully recorded for the Master. The Brand New Day reprise is a treat to any high end system. Great Job Mr. Butler! Customer Rating: Summary: Falling Down In the Kingdom Comment: Although it is admirable that Jonathon has finally picked a permanent direction to go into, I don't think he was diminished as an artist in past projects singing love songs to the Lord through every day experiences. One of the things that never fails to gaul me is that we know the Creator but we continue to turn out predictable, merely acceptable, and sometimes mediocre fare. This work is nothing if not predictable and just because he tours with Juanita Bynum and her push button Christian audience doesn't mean his potential and talent is well represented here. I know I'm going to get some unwanted criticism on this but it only proves how far the Kingdom has fallen creatively if I do. Raphael E. Customer Rating: Summary: Brand New Day Comment: Awesome job! Highly anointed and inspirational. I ordered one for myself and one for my brother after hearing about the new album at a jazz concert in Columbia, MD. He enjoyed it as well and listened to it all day. Hope this isn't your last gospel album. K.Thrower Customer Rating: Summary: Brand New Day Comment: Jonathan Butler has an awesome annointing that blesses the body of Christ. His talents mesmerized the world of jazz lovers but is now exactly where Our Heavenly Father intended for it to be used from the foundations of the world. It is truly a shame for the children of this world are quicker to recognize what those of us in Christ are the last to recognize. Sincerely, Kevin Lee More Reviews
Editorial Reviews: This collection, written entirely by Jonathan, celebrates the blessing of life and the power of God's faithfulness on the journey. The title track, "Brand New Day," sets the tone, expressing the joy of a man fulfilled. Brand New Day is a treat for longtime fans and newcomers alike.