Mighty Wind, Compact Disc [CD]

Andrae Crouch's Mighty Wind is a masterful blend of live and studio recordings, ranging in style from orchestral gospel worship to electrifying funk to percussive salsa praise. Featuring guest performances from Karen Clark-Sheard, Fred Hammond, Crystal Lewis and others, Mighty Wind includes "I Was Glad," "Jesus Is Lord," "We Give You Glory," and more.

MIGHTY FINE GOSPEL, INDEED

As one of the most influential figures in modern Christian music, it would be difficult to overestimate the contributions of songwriter, conductor, performer and pastor Andraé Crouch. Now celebrating more than 40 years of music ministry, he has served as an influence and an inspiration to a generation of modern Christian artists.

Long before Kirk Franklin bridged church music and the world, before Fred Hammond bridged the black gospel tradition and praise & worship, before Amy Grant, before Michael W. Smith, before Steven Curtis Chapman—there was Andraé Crouch in the late ’60s and early ’70s, opening doors, building bridges, innovating contemporary Christian music in ways the casual observer could not imagine. Long before it became common to see Christian artists on television, Andraé Crouch and the Disciples were musical guests on such shows as “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson” (1971) and “Saturday Night Live” (1980 and 1984).

Following a lengthy absence from the studio as an artist—during which Crouch was scoring and arranging for TV, film and big market pop stars—Mighty Wind marks his first studio record in eight years. The album is chock-full of trademark flourishes that at once recall and yet build on Crouch’s library of work, from the gospel rave-up “I Was Glad” to the groovin’ “O Give Thanks” and the smooth redux of the classic “Jesus Is Lord.” Along the way, several guests join in the celebration, with noted performances from Fred Hammond, Karen Clark-Sheard, Marvin Winans, Crystal Lewis, Tata Vega and others.

In the end, though, the quality in Mighty Wind does not rest in its significance as a milestone or in its guests but in, simply, a solid collection of gospel and worship songs. Andraé Crouch proves yet again why he is such a seminal figure in the history of contemporary Christian music—and why, 40 years down the line, he’s still making an impact.

CHRIS WELL – CCMMagazine.com

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Reviewed by T Banks (Topeka, KS), March 05, 2009

Excellent CD! I have not heard any A Crouch music since I was a little boy. While this CD represents a more modern sound than I remember, I am extremely pleased that I was led to purchase this CD. I am buying another copy for my folks. If you want to hear soft, melodious, meaningful gospel music, this one is a must have. Trust me.

Reviewed by Morlacci Antonella (1640 Rhode-st-genese, Belgium), October 08, 2008

A. Crouch is the best in that style love this cd - it is a blessing time of worship

Reviewed by SH (Bristol, PA), October 06, 2008

Awesome CD! Took me back to my childhood days as well as ministered to my adult mind, soul, and spirit! Congrats Andre Crouch and Friends!

Reviewed by Steve Bosman (Gold Coast, Australia), November 28, 2007

At 67 years of age Andrae still ROCKS... Some people wonder what they are supposed to do with their live, Andrea Crouch was meant to echo the melodies & songs that are flowing from the Throne of Grace. This album is his very best ever - I have heard everything this man has ever produced, even some of the stuff that was never produced on album. Some of today's great vocalists; Crystal Lewis, Fred Hammer and many others feature all over this live production. If there is a DVD available of this concert style recording it would be worth watching

Reviewed by Pat lewis (kennesaw,ga), September 24, 2007

This is no doubt a masterpiece for the Body of Christ. Every ministry should use this project to implement in services as they join to worship and praise God. I am so blessed with the music with anointing that really ushers in the presence of the Lord. God bless and thank you Andrae for giving us music that cause us to reflect the goodness and holiness and sanctification of the Lord.

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