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Marc
James has a name that many already know: the frontman, singer and songwriter
with rock trio Verra Cruz. A worship leader and songwriter from the UK Vineyard
group of churches. The session guitarist who has added guts and drive to the
sound of worship for years. Now, though, Marc’s name is about to be linked to a
new expression of his faith; the creator of a captivating new worship album out
now on Survivor Records – ‘Surrender’.
Marc’s
first full length solo album is a remarkable offering. Like a friend returning
from a decade-long adventure that has taken him to the most remote of
locations, Marc has enough stories to tell to outlast the biggest campfire –
and enough sparkle in his eyes to capture the imagination of all who hear them.
‘Surrender’
has it all. From the tidal force of the opening tracks – ‘I Worship You Now’
and ‘Great Is Your Faithfulness’ – to the intimate fragility of ‘Jesus Your
Love Is All I Need’ and the brooding power of ‘He Reigns’, not forgetting the
sheer beauty and power of the title track – a song that has been boosting faith
and strengthening the church for years.
Marc’s
power is found in many elements – and this solo album offers so many
opportunities for his gifts to shine. Lyrics are rooted in a rock solid
knowledge of God that is both scriptural and personal. Melodies are full of
life and strength, taking to the skies like kites, driven by invisible forces.
The arrangements – and particularly Marc’s work on the guitar – are pitched
just right: full of force and grunt where needed, but adding in warmth and
space wherever called for.
In
all, this is a debut album that sounds like it comes in the middle of a
glorious recording career. Full of wisdom and life, with room to grow even
more, Marc has found a home that is powerfully inviting.
Track Listing:
1. I Worship You Now
2. Great Is Your Faithfulness
3. Father Above
4. Surrender
5. Your Love Endures Forever
6. Blessed Rain
7. Jesus Your Love Is All I Need
8. Everything That I Am
9. King Of All Grace
10. He Reigns
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