Reviewed by Tim Holden

Billed as the biggest tracks and artists - presumably from 2013 as it was put together before 2014 - this compilation certainly covers some ground with both the worship and contemporary parts of the Christian music industry well represented as well as old and new artists. With the likes of Chris Tomlin, Matt Redman, Francesca Battistelli, Big Daddy Weave, Matthew West, Third Day, Kutless, Sidewalk Prophets, Kari Jobe and Amy Grant there should be something for everyone. There are three bonus tracks from new artists - Tim Timmons, City Harbor and Everfound. There are no bad tracks, as you would expect, but there are a few standout ones. Britt Nicole's pop romp "Gold" brings a refreshingly uplifting track to counter the generally degrading and sexualised pop genre. Plumb weighs in with the very honest "Need You Now (How Many Times)" and Audio Adrenaline show that they still have the magic touch with "Kings & Queens". It is a very America-centric affair, but this compilation is still quality CCM.

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