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The Power of One

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  April 11, 2009 12:00 EDT

After a string of successful live recordings with his group New Breed, Israel Houghton delivers a solo studio effort that reverberates with the energy and intensity of his live projects yet finds the acclaimed worship leader sinking his chops into a variety of musical flavors. "You Found Me" is a potent rocker featuring tobyMac. "Every Prayer" is an enthralling gospel ballad that features Mary Mary. Noted reggae artist Chevelle Franklin joins Houghton on the Bob Marley-influenced "Surely Goodness." Franklin also contributes her talents to "Sing (Redemption's Song)," which features Delirious frontman Martin Smith. Houghton shifts musical gears effortlessly from reggae to rock to gospel, and the melodies are anchored by lyrics that underscore the connection between worship and social action. Musically engaging and spiritually uplifting, this is an album not to be missed. —Deborah Evans Price

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