Hello again! I'm sorry that I haven't been posting as much as I should since Independence Day. I've been packing for home, looking for jobs, and creating another blog that I put this one on the back-burner for weeks. To show how sorry I am, I found a review through the Associated Press about a singer I listened to since I was a child: Richard Smallwood.
Smallwood recently released his 12th album, "Promises" after a six-year hiatus. According to the article, he lost the inspiration to write songs after his mother's death in 2005. However, four years later, after watching many news stories highlighting the world's problems, he wanted to show that there is still hope in the world.
The album features his choir, Vision, as well as tracks featuring soul singer Lalah Hathaway ("Praying for Peace") and a tribute to mentor, Walter Hawkins, who died earlier this year ("Is There Any Way?").
Many people know Smallwood and Vision for the gospel classic "Total Praise," a song that always bring a tear to my eye. However, I was wondering why he hasn't put out any new material in years. In a time of political, financial, and natural crises, this record is great for people who need more encouragement than ever.
Here's a video of the first single. "Trust Me":
