The Sons Of The Soul Revivers - Help Me Lift His Holy Name

Tuesday 1st December 1998
The Sons Of The Soul Revivers - Help Me Lift His Holy Name

STYLE: Gospel
RATING 6 6 6 6 6 6
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 12215-CAS833
LABEL: Alpha 7 Ministries
FORMAT: CD Album
ITEMS: 1

Reviewed by Paul Poulton

This six-man black American vocal group, fiery exponents of the church-wrecking quartet sound, have been together for many years but never before released a live album, until now. They're accompanied by a tasty Hammond organ and even tastier Fender Strat through Fender Twin and, of course, the obligatory drums and bass giving the album a lovely '60s feel. Sweet, close harmonies pitched in the high register the Dixie Hummingbirds performed so well. The Sons aren't quite in the Hummingbirds' league, but the slow shuffles have feeling, depth and enough dynamics to make this a worthwhile project. There is real excitement captured on the uptempo tracks, they conjure up pictures of the lead vocalist jumping around the stage like a cat on bonfire night. 12 songs interspersed with encouraging sermonettes and testimonies. Folk who are already versed in the cathartic soul surging delights of the '50 gospel quartet sound will go crazy over this album. Well done Sons, keep following in your Father's footsteps.

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Posted by Leilani Morgan in San Francisco, CA @ 20:26 on May 10 2009

The Sons Rock!



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