Keep Breathing (album)

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Keep Breathing
Keep Breathing by Jody McBrayer.jpg
Studio album by
ReleasedFebruary 12, 2016 (2016-02-12)
Genre Worship, Christian pop
Length43:36
Label StowTown

Keep Breathing is a studio album by Jody McBrayer. StowTown Records released the album on February 12, 2016.

Contents

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
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Awarding the album four stars at CCM Magazine , Andy Argyrakis states, "Any of the above would’ve fit right beside his memorable material from the ‘90s, though they avoid sounding dated thanks to McBrayer’s well-preserved voice that transcends specific eras." [1] Michael Dalton, affixing a three and a half out of five rating upon the album for The Phantom Tollbooth, describes, "This is a strong comeback, one that will appeal to Avalon fans and anyone that appreciates faith-inspired music." [5] Giving the album three and a half stars from New Release Today, Marcus Hathcock writes, "Keep Breathing is a milestone for McBrayer that could only improve with some more variety in the production and arrangements." [4]

Sarah Baylor, allotting the album a four star review by The Christian Beat, says, "Keep Breathing displays Jody McBrayer’s unique vocal range and abilities. Most importantly, the album is filled with a message of truth and hope. Overall, the record is an upbeat, gospel, contemporary blend which is extremely unique to the Christian music industry today." [2] Kelly Meade, allocating the album a 3.8 star rating from Today's Christian Entertainment, writes, "Throughout Keep Breathing, Jody McBrayer gives a near flawless vocal performance on songs with lyrics that speak to the hearts of listeners capturing your attention from start to finish." [6] Indicating in an eight out of ten review from Cross Rhythms, Stephen Curry says, "This is an excellently produced comeback album with many highlights and great melodies." [3]

Track listing

No.TitleLength
1."Good to Be Home"3:35
2."Only You (I Speak Your Name)"4:22
3."What It Takes to Be a Savior"4:40
4."God Is in Control"4:06
5."Keep Breathing"3:22
6."In the Presence of Jesus"4:02
7."Me"4:02
8."With Each Borrowed Breath"3:59
9."When We Look Back"3:17
10."He Gave Me More Love"4:16
11."This Is a Son"3:55
Total length:43:36

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References

  1. 1 2 Argyrakis, Andy (February 15, 2016). "Jody McBrayer – 'Keep Breathing' album review". CCM Magazine . Retrieved March 5, 2016.
  2. 1 2 Baylor, Sarah (February 9, 2016). "Jody McBrayer Releases Powerful & Comforting "Keep Breathing" Record". The Christian Beat. Archived from the original on March 18, 2016. Retrieved March 5, 2016.
  3. 1 2 Curry, Stephen (May 21, 2016). "Review: Keep Breathing - Jody McBrayer". Cross Rhythms . Retrieved May 21, 2016.
  4. 1 2 Hathcock, Marcus (April 17, 2016). "Stories and Sermons". New Release Today. Retrieved April 18, 2016.
  5. 1 2 Dalton, Michael (March 26, 2016). "McBrayer, Jody - Keep Breathing". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved March 26, 2016.
  6. 1 2 Meade, Kelly (January 21, 2016). "Jody McBrayer 'Keep Breathing'". Today's Christian Entertainment. Retrieved March 5, 2016.