Reviewed by Tony Cummings

Once known as the Roman Catholic Gospel Choir their name change has become necessary as they've spread their denominational net. With over 50 voices and a six-piece band, the largely white UCGC are doing sterling work and this live set, recorded last November al Belle Vue Baptist Church, Southend-on-Sea has bags of atmosphere and an exuberant approach towards praise and worship which in concert would warm even the coldest heart. On record it's less effective. Too many cover versions (unwise to try and do the "Oh Happy Day" classic) and one or two less than Grade A lead vocalists stop complete enjoyment. But this is still a tremendous pioneering work of God.

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