He's Not on His Knees Yet - CeCe Winans, Stone, Madeline
One and the Same - CeCe Winans, Carlson, Pete [2]
Higher Place of Praise
Blessed, Broken & Given - CeCe Winans, Goss, Lari A
King of Kings (He's a Wonder) (Reprise)
In the wake of a prolific outpouring of song, the '90s have been good to soulful belter CeCe Winans. Further evidence of getting better with time is Alabaster Box. While not as cutting edge or musically adventurous as 1998... more »'s Everlasting Love, this latest project marks an important shift in this fine sister's stylistic and vocal development. Most evident on the decidedly classic title track, Winans forsakes a trendy dated arrangement for sophisticated piano, strings, and woodwinds. The voice, which has always been impressive, is even more so here, as a new maturity broadens and adds weight to the biggest and most well-placed sound yet. The remainder of the album, while lovely, doesn't quite rise to the stunning beauty of its central offering. "Alabaster Box" is so efficient a chariot of great strength and grace that more becomes less, a distraction from Winans's greatest gift. --Paige La Grone« less
In the wake of a prolific outpouring of song, the '90s have been good to soulful belter CeCe Winans. Further evidence of getting better with time is Alabaster Box. While not as cutting edge or musically adventurous as 1998's Everlasting Love, this latest project marks an important shift in this fine sister's stylistic and vocal development. Most evident on the decidedly classic title track, Winans forsakes a trendy dated arrangement for sophisticated piano, strings, and woodwinds. The voice, which has always been impressive, is even more so here, as a new maturity broadens and adds weight to the biggest and most well-placed sound yet. The remainder of the album, while lovely, doesn't quite rise to the stunning beauty of its central offering. "Alabaster Box" is so efficient a chariot of great strength and grace that more becomes less, a distraction from Winans's greatest gift. --Paige La Grone
Darryl M. (lildman53) from POWDER SPGS, GA Reviewed on 5/18/2017...
This CD ministers to the committed and the casual Christian alike. Beautiful well balanced music frames a strong yet clear voice proclaiming the healing promises in God's word. Well done CeCe well done!
Kristi M. from HOBBS, NM Reviewed on 8/7/2006...
CeCe's soft, yet powerful voice resonates throughout the tracks.
CD Reviews
Annointed...
Tawana Hawkins | Akron, Ohio USA | 04/04/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"First of all Cece is not for the average listener of gospel music. She is in a class all by herself. If you want a cd that will usher you into the presence of God, this is the one. From "Fill My Cup" to "King of Kings" reprise and all points in between. I so identified with "Alabaster Box" that it moved me to tears. Her rendition of "Comforter" also recorded by Vickie Yohe is wonderful. "It Wasn't Easy" finds me more thankful for the sacrifice that was made for me at Calvary. "Blessed, Broken and Given" is incredible. A lot of people are moved by the beats. I thank CeCe for being more concerned about how and why it is that we praise HIM. Absolute awesome body of work!"
CECE IS A WONDER !
C.KNIGHT | Los Angeles, California | 11/24/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Cece comes again with a CD that ministers to the soul.From the first song "Fill My Cup" to the last " Blessed, Broken,& Given" this CD is a blessing. My favorite track is number 2 " King of Kings". Allow yourself the pleasure buy this CD and step into the pressence of an awesome God the Cece sings about! Take it from me,a former Detroiter ( and we know about Gospel music ) you can't go wrong with this CD. Enjoy the singing, enjoy the music, enjoy the worship and enjoy the ministry of Cece Winans! GOD BLESS!"
This woman is truly anointed of God and Awesome!
Yolanda Johnson (yolandaandfrank@ao | Houston, Texas, United States | 11/09/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This woman is truly anointed of God and has an awesome voice, both singing and speaking the Word of God. I first heard "Alabaster Box", the title track, in Atlanta at WOMAN, THOU ART LOOSED and knew that I had to have the recording in my possession. She sang it live right there in the Georgia Dome, in front of 80,000 to 100,000 people and the recording hadn't been released yet. The song tied right into the conference and I came back refreshed and renewed. But the high point was the way Mrs. Winans-Love worshipped God as she sang "Alabaster Box", and she did so as if no one was in the room but her and God. I think that's what really makes this recording such a blessing and so anointed. I can't wait till I get mine. CeCe, you are loved and prayed for much."
Excellent
Jennifer French | Garland, TX United States | 12/04/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"CeCe Winans' "Alabaster Box" is one of the best CDs I have ever heard. From the very first track, she gives praise and thanks to our Lord and makes you smile the whole time she's doing so. By far, the best track is the title track "Alabaster Box." The first time I heard Ms. Winans sing this song, I was crying at the end of the song. This lady can SING and thanks to God for letting her do so."
CANT PUT THIS ONE DOWN.....EVEN AFTER THE HOLIDAY
vbaker500@aol.com | INDIANAPOLIS,IN | 12/27/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"HIS GIFT IS THE BEST HOLIDAY CD I HAVE HEARD THUS FAR! I CANT IMAGINE STARTING OUT THE NEW MILLINEUM WHITHOUT IT!I LOVE IT SO MUCH I HAVE BOUGHT SEVERAL OTHER ALBUMS OF CECE'S(AND HAVE BEEN JUST AS PLEASED)I HAD THE PLEASURE OF SEEING CECE AND LAMAR CAMPBEL AND THE SPIRIT OF PRAISE THIS HOLIDAY AND IM STILL IN AWE, SHE IS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING, MY HUSBAND AND I WERE AND STILL CONTINUE TO BE BLESSED BY HER MUSIC MINISTRY."