Brand New Day - Jonathan Butler

2009-08-17T20:51:00.000+07:00

Jonathan Butler Looks to the Future and a “Brand New Day”

New York, NY– Jonathan Butler has led a life few could imagine. Born under the shadow of South African apartheid and raised in poverty, Butler, while still in his teens, became the first non-white artist to be played on white mainstream radio and appear on national television. Nelson Mandela credits Butler’s music as having inspired him during his long days of imprisonment. With three decades of international acclaim under his belt, Butler is a testament to believing in one’s self and refusing to let circumstance decide fate. Now with the release of Brand New Day, Butler focuses his talent and voice on the world of gospel music.

Butler’s second Maranatha! Music project, Brand New Day, is a collection of uplifting and empowering Gospel songs. Co-produced with Luther “Mano” Hanes (CeCe Winans, Andrae Crouch, Israel Houghton), the CD brings a new sound to Jonathan Butler, yet never veers too far away from the classic styling he’s best known for. The title tune "Brand New Day" is an invigorating, exciting jewel.

The rock-edginess of "Gonna Lift You Up" helps to celebrate the comfort and joy of his faith. Co-written with Israel Houghton (Israel & New Breed), the track is accented by a memorable chorus and a lavish feast of driving instruments. "You Are My Everything" contains beautiful guitar work and sweet, solemn vocals.

Butler shines on the reflective and emotive "Mercy." Performed with his daughter Jodie, the lyrics speak tenderly of one of God’s most notable characteristics. The artist’s love affair with the guitar shines through on the smooth, silky notes of "Tell Me (Do You Still Love Jesus).” The sparse instrumentation and Jonathan’s deeply moving vocals plead for an answer on this introspective cut.

Brand New Day is a wonderful expression of the faith that has helped Butler get through the many long and dark points in his life. Reflects Butler, “It’s amazing to look back on my life, at the way it has unfolded. The hardships, the set-backs, the triumphs, all of it. It makes me grateful…grateful for my life as it is now, but also grateful for the journey. For being given these extraordinary life experiences. For making everyday, for me, a brand new day.”

1. Brand New Day 03:49
2. brand_new_day_(reprise) 02:14
3. Gonna Lift You Up 03:37
4. O Magnify The Lord 05:59
5. You Are My Everything 04:21
6. Mercy (With Jodie Butler) 06:01
7. Let The Redeemed Say So 04:58
8. I Love To Worship 03:13
9. We Love To Praise Your Name (Prelude)02:08
10.We Love To Praise Your Name 04:41
11.He Said He Would 03:51
12.I Believe 04:22
13.Tell Me (Do You Still Love Jesus) 04:01
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Hymnmakers - Blessed Assurance (Fanny Crosby (1820-1915))

2009-07-27T20:38:00.000+07:00

Hymnmakers - Blessed Assurance
(Fanny Crosby (1820-1915))

The Hymnmakers continue to remind us that we have a great heritage in our Christian hymns. The 5th album in this inspiring series includes 14 of the 9,000 hymns written by Fanny Crosby.

The Sheffield Celebration Choir, conducted by Jackie Williams, wonderfully brings back memories of the great choirs that led the worship at the D L Moody and Billy Graham crusades.

Track Listing for Hymnmakers - Blessed Assurance by Fanny Crosby

Blessed Assurance

Draw Me Nearer

Every Day And Hour

He Hideth My Soul

Rescue The Perishing

Close To Thee

All The Way My Saviour Leads Me

Praise Him Praise Him

Moments Of Prayer

Pass Me Not

Near The Cross

Saved By Grace

Safe In The Arms Of Jesus

To God Be The Glory

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Brand New Day - Jonathan Butler

Hymnmakers - Blessed Assurance (Fanny Crosby (1820-1915))