Beautiful News (CD - 2006)

The British CCM singer-songwriter Matt Redman's first album since 2004's successful FACEDOWN plays to his strengths as a performer of uplifting, communal praise songs. The focus of BEAUTIFUL NEWS is on the constant presence of God through times of tribulation, as demonstrated in the heartfelt "You Never Let Go," and the full-throated, meditative "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made." Redman also partners with Delirious? singer Martin Smith on "Take It to the Streets" and "All Over the World," and Smith's presence may be responsible for the edgier, more rock-oriented feel of much of this inspiring set. minimize