Keri R. (keriraphael) from SALYER, CA Reviewed on 8/23/2011...
This is a great CD. James Hall has a huge talent.
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Definintely ranked with the greats of gospel in my book!
Lawrence V. White (lwhite2101@hotma | Middletown, CT USA | 10/25/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"James Hall is one of the best composers and writers in gospel music. From his first CD, "God is in Control," he has shown his maturity and musical intellect. His musical variety and selection has become much more broad and creative than the normal "church" music that many composers and artist limit themselves to. He has gone far beyond the normal spectrum of gospel to create a new illustration of gospel music (the reason for "According to James Hall-Chpt 3). He has brought us back to the forms of music that God has blessed us with and have had stolen from us (or in some ways given away) and used for other glorifications. But James Hall, along with some of the most talented writers in the New York area (such as Melvin Crispell) has brought them back to the church to glorify God (Psalms 121:1). You have some of the best musicians (such as Reggie, Eddie, John Peters,etc.). And I don't think I would be exageratting by saying you have the best tenors in gospel music. James Hall & WAP, continue to do what you are doing--despite all the talk about clarity and enunciation. Bless God whole-heartily! Let God continue to shine upon you all!"
James' Music is Indescribable
Lawrence V. White (lwhite2101@hotma | 10/24/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"James' music is far beyond the simple mind, and he knows it. One can go to church and he/she will find choirs singing different song artists' songs. John kee, Hezakiah, and Kirk are all good but they can't touch James. He's just a bad man! From the rhythim to the choirs' horrific vibrato, his work can't be put in words. Most choirs don't sing his songs,not because they don't enjoy them, but because it requires mad rhythim and technique. Kirk is a rookie compared to this man. and if you don't know, now you know, GLORY GLORY! Email me for more converse on gospel artists at anteia20@yahoo.com"
James Hall is a musical genius
ladyofexcellence | 02/26/1999
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I just got turned on to James Hall a couple of years ago when I heard "Gain the world" I love that song. When I bought this album, I was not disappointed. James Hall has the most unique style out of any other gospel artist. He combines Jazz like in "Anything but fail" Swing, like in "I've got to praise him. Traditional like in "Hold unto God's unchanging hand" and my personal favorite "Oh give thanks" which sounds like I'm at a Jewish Bar mitzvah. This album is unique and most importantly blessed. Much props to James Hall and his style of music. I will not hesitate to buy anything else he puts out."
James Hall and Worship and Praise is simply the best!!!!!
ladyofexcellence | 02/14/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I HAVE BEEN A FAN OF THIS CHOIR EVERY SINCE THE RELEASE OF "GOD IS IN CONTROL." THE MINISTRY OF JAMES HALL AND THE W.A.P. CHOIR IS SIMPLY THE BEST. NOT ONLY CAN THIS CHOIR SING, THEY KNOW HOW TO HAVE CHURCH!!! I HAVE SEEN THIS CHOIR PERFORM SEVERAL TIMES AND I GOT TO SAY THIS CHOIR IS THE BOMB!!!!! JAMES AND MELVIN ARE TO OF THE MOST GIFTED SONG WRITERS IN GOSPEL MUSIC. W.A.P. KNOWS HOW TO SING LOTS OF DIFFERENT VARIETIES AND STYLES OF MUSIC AND HAVE THE MOST UNIQUE AND POWERFUL VIOCES I HAVE HEARD. THE LATESTS RELEASE "LIVE FROM LINCOLN" CENTER PROVES THIS. IT HAS EVERY KIND OF MUSIC FLAVA YOU COULD ASK FOR ON ONE ALBUM. IT HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. CHECK OUT THE SONGS JESUS LIVES, HOLD TO GODS UNCHANGING HAND, GOD WANTS A YES, I'VE GOT TO PRAISE HIM AND, ANYTHING BUT FAIL. I HAVE ALSO HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET JAMES AND SEVERAL OF THE W.A.P. MEMBERS AT A RECENT CONCERT HERE IN NORFOLK VA . ( THEY ARE SO COOL !!) HOPEFULLY THE ALBUM LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER WILL BE AS SUCCESSFUL AS THE PREVIOUS THREE. IF THERE IS A JAMES HALL AND W.A.P. FAN CLUB I WOULD LOVE TO BE A MEMBER. IF THERE IS A FAN CLUB COULD SOMEONE PLEASE REPLY BACK TO ME VIA MY EMAIL ADDRESS ( regsmith3@usa.net). CONGRATULATIONS JAMES HALL AND W.A.P.!!!!!!! PEACE REGGIE A #1 FAN"