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Amy Grant / Various Artists, 'Songs from the Loft'
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Amy Grant / Various Artists
Songs from the Loft



Artist Info: Discography
Genre(s): Americana / Country
Album length: 11 tracks: 33 minutes, 45 seconds
Street Date: 1993


READER RATING:   


One of the things I love most about 90s-era Christian music is the magic of compilation albums. Back then, these collections were like a golden ticket, a gateway to discovering new artists without having to gamble your hard-earned allowance. They were like a sonic sampler platter, offering a taste of everything participating artists had to offer. Songs from the Loft, released in 1993, was one of those gems for me - a beloved treasure that played a big role in the soundtrack of my teenage years.

This album isn't just music; it's a time machine. It's intertwined with some of my fondest memories of growing up, a nostalgic backdrop to so many moments that made me who I am. I even performed these songs in a musical and - proof of my devotion - I own two copies on CD and usually buy used copies when I stumble on them at thrift stores. When the album finally landed on streaming services in March 2024, I couldn't help but let out a cheer and whisper a heartfelt "Thank you, Amy Grant!" For those of us who remember, it's a gift that keeps on giving.

The album is full of straightforward, soul-soothing choruses, blending acoustic country with a worship-leaning vibe. The setting of the loft in Amy Grant and Gary Chapman's barn makes the songs feel even more intimate, as if you're right there with them in the moment. The opener, "What We've Come Here For," along with "We've Come to Praise" and "Hope Set High," are personal favorites, but honestly, every track feels like an old friend. Featuring iconic voices from the era, like Amy Grant, Susan Ashton, Michael W. Smith, Kim Hill, and Ashley Cleveland, this album is a time capsule of simple tunes from a simpler time.

Now, truth be told, this is probably the type of album that resonates most deeply if you were there, living through it. But for those of us who were, it holds a special place in our hearts, and it's still one I turn to with fondness. If you're someone who appreciates worship without the flash-just pure, acoustic melodies with a hint of country-then this newly unearthed treasure might be a delightful surprise for you. Clocking in at just thirty-three minutes with eleven tracks, it's a brief but beautiful listen-certainly worth your time.

- Review date: 10/12/24, written by Josh Balogh of Jesusfreakhideout.com



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. Record Label: Reunion Records
. Album length: 11 tracks: 33 minutes, 45 seconds
. Street Date: 1993
. Buy It: Amazon.com (CD)
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  1. What We've Come Here For (2:29) - Michael W. Smith
  2. I Got The Want To (2:42) - Donna McElroy
  3. Seek First (2:26) - Susan Ashton
  4. Joy! (3:02) - Wes King
  5. Where Do I Go (3:21) - Ashley Cleveland & Gary Chapman
  6. Salt And Light (2:14) - Amy Delaine
  7. How Do You Know (1:47) - Kim Hill
  8. We Come To Praise (4:11) - Michael James
  9. We Believe In God (3:42) - Amy Grant
  10. Hope Set High (3:24) - Gary Chapman
  11. Hey Now (4:22) - Amy Grant

 

 

 



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