4Him: Mark Baldwin, Dave Cleveland (acoustic guitar, electric guitar); George Marinelli (electric guitar); Matt Butler (cello); Michael Omartian (accordion, piano, organ, synthesizer); Mark Hill (bass instrument); Greg Morrow (drums, percussion).
Purportedly 4HIM's final album, 2006's ENCORE: FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS marks the end of an era for the long-running Christian vocal group. Here the beloved quartet performs songs new and old (including "Where There Is Faith," a gentle song of hope, and "Carry the Light," a buoyant rock-tinged tune), imbuing each track with a contagious atmosphere of worship and praise. The ensemble also offers up a majestic medley that includes "The Measure of a Man" and "A Man You Would Write About," which proves to be a highlight of this outing. Although 4HIM will be missed, fans can take comfort in this poignant send-off. minimize