Mainstream country hitmakers Alabama return with Christian album
ONE OF THE biggest acts in mainstream country music, Alabama have made the
surprise decision to record an album of traditional hymns and
Christian songs. 'Alabama: Songs Of Inspiration' is the
group's first new album in over five years and contains such songs as
"Rock Of Ages", "How Great Thou Art" and "The Old Rugged Cross".
Bluegrass giant Ralph Stanley contributes vocals on the song "I Am The
Man Thomas" while Southern gospel hitmakers The Isaacs guest on "I
Need Thee". Said Alabama's frontman Randy Owen, "Recording
this album has been an emotional journey and it's one I'm proud we
took. I hope people feel like they're going to church when they listen
to these songs. Music is a great healer and a great comfort and I
think that's what these songs are. This music is for the folks - this
is for all God's people."