Reviewed by Mike Rimmer

These days there seems to be a never ending flow of new gospel artists in the USA, all releasing fine albums. If you're after slow burning, smooth R&B gospel, then that seems to be Lori El's specialty as she delivers a selection of songs that melt the soul. Highlights are the sweet harmonies of "It's Coming" with its encouragement to persevere, and a couple of ballads, the song of surrender "Have My Being" and the devotional "Private Place". She only very occasionally breaks into a sweat! There's the hip-hop flavoured groove of "What'cha Want" and the solid R&B dance groove of "Joy" available in two mixes. Oh yeah, and there's a wiggy rock out on the closing cut "It's All About Him" which features some cod Van Halen '80s guitar. Hmmm. But for me it's the title cut that sends shivers down my spine. However, the overall result is a little patchy. This is a shame because I wanted to be able to wholeheartedly recommend it and say "Lori El.because you're worth it!"

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