Reviewed by A T Bradford

Kensington Temple's Senior Minister Colin Dye's vision to express the "sound of London" is embodied in this well formulated collection from the KT worship band. The songs are original and written by KT's talented international producer and music director Fabio D'Andrea. "Amazing", led by Andrea Almeida, is recorded live with dynamic percussion and bass performances as she sings, "I can't understand all the things you do/You keep surprising me, you're amazing." Another live number is "Name Above All Names", co-written with Luciano Manfrinato and Roselie Niclasson (on vocal lead), buzzing with spiritual energy and supported by tight keys and electric guitar. The CD showcases several other accomplished female vocalists including Josephine Eaton (also co-writer on "Hallelujah" and "Children Of The King") and Karena Gregory (in harmonious duet with Jonathan Miller on "I Lift My Voice": "You're the God who hears my cry/Whatever the time of day/You're the one who reassures/And says it's all OK"). Most tracks are complemented by the KT choir, ably filling out the sound with worshipful backing vocals. KT's songs are being picked up beyond their own network - 'Forever' demonstrates why.

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