Rise Up (Cain album)

Last updated

Rise Up
Rise Up - Cain.jpg
Studio album by
ReleasedMay 7, 2021 (2021-05-07)
Recorded2020
Genre
Length33:37
Label Provident Label Group
Producer
Cain chronology
Cain
(2020)
Rise Up
(2021)
Honest Offering
(2023)
Singles from Rise Up
  1. "Rise Up (Lazarus)"
    Released: April 17, 2020 (2020-04-17)
  2. "Yes He Can"
    Released: April 16, 2021 (2021-04-16)
  3. "The Commission"
    Released: December 11, 2021 (2021-12-11)
  4. "I'm So Blessed"
    Released: July 15, 2022 (2022-07-15)

Rise Up is the first studio album by American Christian country band Cain. The album was released on May 7, 2021, by Provident Label Group. [1] The album was produced by Nick Schwarz, David Leonard, Brad King, Seth Talley, Jonathan Smith, Jeff Pardo, Bryan Fowler, and Jordan Mohilowski.

Contents

The album has been supported by the release of "Rise Up (Lazarus)", "Yes He Can", "The Commission", and "I'm So Blessed" as singles. The title track, "Rise Up (Lazarus)", peaked at number four on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "Yes He Can" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "The Commission" peaked at number two on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "I'm So Blessed" peaked at number three on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

Rise Up peaked at number six on Billboard 's Top Christian Albums Chart in the United States. Rise Up received two GMA Dove Award nominations for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards. [2]

Background

Cain made their debut on Provident Label Group with the release of their self-titled extended play in March 2020, and the release of their single "Rise Up (Lazarus)" to Christian radio. [3] The trio then released multiple covers of songs as standalone singles for songs such as "Egypt" by Bethel Music and Cory Asbury, "There Was Jesus" by Zach Williams and Dolly Parton, and "Celebrate Me Home" by Kenny Loggins. [4] In April 2021, Cain announced that Rise Up will be their first full-length album, containing tracks previously released on their debut EP as well as new tracks. [5]

Release and promotion

Singles

"Rise Up (Lazarus)" was released to Christian radio in the United States as the lead single from the album on April 17, 2020. [6] "Rise Up (Lazarus)" peaked at number four on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. [7]

"Yes He Can" was released to Christian radio in the United States as the second single from the album on April 16, 2021. [8] "Yes He Can" peaked at number four on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. [9]

"The Commission" was released as the third single from the album on December 11, 2021. [10] The song impacted Christian radio in the United States on December 31, 2021. [11] "The Commission" peaked at number two on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. [12]

"I'm So Blessed" impacted Christian radio in the United States on July 15, 2022, becoming the fourth single from the album. [13] "I'm So Blessed" peaked at number three on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. [14]

Reception

Critical response

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
365 Days of Inspiring Media4.5/5 [15]
JubileeCast3.5/5 [16]

Joshua Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review opined that Rise Up is "one of my favourite albums of the year thus far, in terms of enthusiasm and accessibility and lyrical poignancy; CAIN is definitely for fans of artists like I Am They and Rend Collective." [15] Timothy Yap of JubileeCast had mixed reactions of the album, ultimately concluding that "Rise Up is a welcoming debut. The bright and uplifting tunes, the catchy pop choruses, and the siblings fine harmonies make Rise Up a noteworthy record among the sea of new releases." [16]

Accolades

Awards
YearOrganizationAwardResultRef
2022 GMA Dove Awards Pop/Contemporary Album of the YearNominated
Recorded Music Packaging of the YearNominated
Year-end lists
PublicationAccoladeRankRef.
Louder Than The MusicLTTM Album Awards 20217

Commercial performance

In the United States, Rise Up debuted at number 20 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart dated May 22, 2021. [19]

Track listing

Rise Up — Standard edition [20]
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Come Forth"
  • Logan Cain
  • Madison Cain
  • Scott Mills
  • Taylor Cain
Nick Schwarz2:36
2."Rise Up (Lazarus)"
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • Nick Schwarz
  • T. Cain
Nick Schwarz3:26
3."I'm So Blessed"
  • David Leonard
  • Brad King
  • Seth Talley
2:55
4."The Commission"
  • Blake Neesmith
  • Carter Frodge
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • T. Cain
Jonathan Smith3:16
5."Yes He Can"
Jeff Pardo3:19
6."People Need People"
  • Bryan Fowler
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • Nick Schwarz
  • T. Cain
  • Bryan Fowler
  • Nick Schwarz
3:34
7."Revival"
Jordan Mohilowski3:55
8."Over My Head"
  • Jonathan Smith
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • T. Cain
Jonathan Smith2:50
9."Keep Following"
  • David Leonard
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • T. Cain
  • David Leonard
  • Brad King
  • Seth Talley
3:06
10."Hey Jesus"
  • L. Cain
  • M. Cain
  • T. Cain
Nick Schwarz4:40
Total length:33:37
Rise UpApple Music bonus content [21]
No.TitleLength
11."Rise Up (Lazarus)" (Music Video)3:33
12."Yes He Can" (Music Video)3:21

Charts

Release history

Release history and formats for Rise Up
RegionDateFormat(s)Label(s)Ref.
VariousMay 7, 2021 Provident Label Group [20] [21]

Related Research Articles

Cody Jay Carnes is an American Christian singer, songwriter and worship pastor.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Goodness of God</span> 2019 song by Bethel Music and Jenn Johnson

"Goodness of God" is a song by Bethel Music and Jenn Johnson, which was released as the third single from Bethel Music's eleventh live album, Victory (2019), on November 1, 2019. The song was written by Ed Cash, Ben Fielding, Jason Ingram, Brian Johnson and Jenn Johnson. Ed Cash handled the production of the single.

Michael Brandon Lake is an American Christian worship singer, songwriter and worship pastor. Lake is a member of the Maverick City Music collective, and serves as a worship pastor at Seacoast Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Lake began his recording career with a successful crowdfunding campaign to produce an album in 2015, which resulted in the independent release of his debut studio album, Closer, in 2016.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Maverick City Music</span> American contemporary worship music collective

Maverick City Music is an American contemporary worship music collective founded by Tony Brown and Jonathan Jay originating from Atlanta.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Famous For (I Believe)</span> 2020 song by Tauren Wells

"Famous For (I Believe)" is a song by American Christian pop artist Tauren Wells featuring Jenn Johnson. It was released on January 10, 2020, as the second single from his sophomore studio album, Citizen of Heaven (2020). Wells co-wrote the song with Alexis Slifer, Chuck Butler, Jordan Sapp, and Krissy Nordhoff. Chuck Butler collaborated with Jordan Sapp on producing the single.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Never Lost</span> 2019 song by Elevation Worship

"Never Lost" is a song performed by American contemporary worship band Elevation Worship released as a standalone single, on November 1, 2019. The song was written by Chris Brown, Steven Furtick, and Tiffany Hammer. Chris Brown and Aaron Robertson handled the production of the single.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">House of the Lord (song)</span> 2021 song by Phil Wickham

"House of the Lord" is a song by American contemporary Christian musician Phil Wickham. The song was released on April 2, 2021, as the second single from his eighth studio album, Hymn of Heaven (2021). Wickham co-wrote the song with Jonathan Smith. Jonathan Smith produced the single.

Cain is a Christian country trio composed of Taylor, Madison, and Logan Cain and signed to Provident Label Group.

Chandler David Moore is an American singer, songwriter, and worship leader. Moore currently partners Maverick City Music, a collective of worshippers working in the contemporary Christian music and Gospel world.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Until Grace</span> 2020 song by Tauren Wells and Rascal Flatts

"Until Grace" is a song performed by American Christian pop artist Tauren Wells and American country music group Rascal Flatts. It was released on February 14, 2020, as the third single from Wells' second studio album, Citizen of Heaven (2020). Wells co-wrote the song with Chuck Butler and Ethan Hulse.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">My Jesus (song)</span> 2021 single by Anne Wilson

"My Jesus" is a song by American contemporary Christian music singer Anne Wilson, released on April 16, 2021, as the lead single from her debut studio album, My Jesus (2022). Wilson co-wrote the song with Jeff Pardo and Matthew West.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Dancing on the Waves</span> 2019 single by We the Kingdom

"Dancing on the Waves" is a song by We the Kingdom that was released as the lead single from their debut extended play, Live at the Wheelhouse (2019) and Holy Water (2020), on August 16, 2019. The song was written by Andrew Bergthold, Ed Cash, Franni Cash, Kyle Briskin, Martin Cash, and Scott Cash.

<i>Peace Be Still</i> (Hope Darst album) 2020 studio album by Hope Darst

Peace Be Still is the debut studio album by American contemporary Christian singer Hope Darst. The album was released on August 21, 2020, by Fair Trade Services and Columbia Records. The album was produced by Jonathan Smith and Max Corwin.

"Rise Up (Lazarus)" is a song performed by American Christian country band Cain. The song impacted Christian radio in the United States on April 17, 2020, as the lead single and title track from their debut studio album, Rise Up (2021). The song was written by Ethan Hulse, Logan Cain, Madison Cain, Nick Schwarz, and Taylor Cain. Nick Schwarz produced the single.

"Yes He Can" is a song performed by American Christian country band Cain. The song impacted Christian radio in the United States on April 17, 2020, as the second single from their debut studio album, Rise Up (2021). The song was written by Jeff Pardo, Logan Cain, Madison Cain, Nick Schwarz, and Taylor Cain. Jeff Pardo produced the single.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">The Commission (song)</span> 2021 single by Cain

"The Commission" is a song performed by American Christian country band Cain. The song was released on December 11, 2021, as the third single from their debut studio album, Rise Up (2021). The song was written by Blake Neesmith, Carter Frodge, Logan Cain, Madison Cain, Nick Schwarz, and Taylor Cain.

<i>Believe for It</i> (album) 2021 live album by CeCe Winans

Believe for It is the first live album by American gospel singer CeCe Winans. It was released on March 12, 2021, via Puresprings Gospel and Fair Trade Services. The deluxe edition of the album was released on April 1, 2022. The album was produced by Kyle Lee.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Believe for It (song)</span> 2021 song by CeCe Winans

"Believe for It" is a song by American gospel singer CeCe Winans, which was released on March 26, 2021, as the second single from her first live album, also titled Believe for It (2021). Winans co-wrote the song with Dwan Hill, Kyle Lee, and Mitch Wong. Kyle Lee produced the single.

<i>Seven</i> (Brooke Ligertwood album) 2022 live album by Brooke Ligertwood

Seven is the first live album by New Zealand singer-songwriter Brooke Ligertwood and her seventh solo album overall. It was released on 25 February 2022, via Sparrow Records and Capitol Christian Music Group. The album features a guest appearance by Brandon Lake. The album was recorded on 11 November 2021, at The Belonging Co in Nashville, Tennessee. Ligertwood collaborated with Jason Ingram in handling the production of the album.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">I'm So Blessed</span> 2021 song by Cain

"I'm So Blessed" is a song performed by American Christian country band Cain. The song impacted Christian radio in the United States on July 15, 2022, as the fourth single from their debut studio album, Rise Up (2021). The song was written by Jonathan Smith, Logan Cain, Madison Cain, Matthew West, and Taylor Cain. The production of the single was handled by David Leonard, Brad King, and Seth Talley.

References

  1. "CAIN releases debut album 'Rise Up'". Niagara Frontier Publications. May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  2. Longs, Herb (August 10, 2022). "Watch: Nominations For 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Announced - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
  3. "Cain Makes Provident Debut with 1st Single 'Rise Up (Lazarus)' | CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine . March 6, 2020. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  4. Young, Abby (April 6, 2021). "CAIN Announces Album Rise Up Out May 7 | Freeccm.com". Freeccm.com. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  5. "CAIN Announces Upcoming Album". NewReleaseToday. April 8, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  6. Provident Radio (March 20, 2020). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "We are super excited for @caintheband's debut single "Rise Up (Lazarus)" It brings the words of Jesus straight into our lives! It's going…"". Instagram . Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  7. "Hot Christian Songs Chart | Billboard". Billboard . Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. January 12, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  8. Provident Radio (March 20, 2021). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "Who else is LOVING @caintheband's new single, "Yes He Can"?? Add it anytime now to the official date 4/16!! "". Instagram . Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  9. "Hot Christian Songs Chart | Billboard". Billboard . Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. August 24, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  10. "The Commission - Single by CAIN on Apple Music". Apple Music . United States. Apple Inc. December 11, 2021. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
  11. Provident Radio (November 29, 2021). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "Wow, a beautiful new single from @caintheband is the perfect way to start a new week! "The Commission" is going for adds 12/31! 🤍🤍🤍"". Instagram . Retrieved December 19, 2021.
  12. "Hot Christian Songs - Billboard". Billboard . May 3, 2022. Retrieved May 3, 2022.
  13. "Future Releases for Christian Radio Stations | Free New Songs from Music Artists". AllAccess.com. Archived from the original on July 13, 2022. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  14. "Hot Christian Songs - Billboard". Billboard . March 21, 2023. Retrieved March 26, 2023.
  15. 1 2 Andre, Joshua (May 7, 2021). "CAIN – Rise Up | 365 Days of Inspiring Media". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  16. 1 2 Yap, Timothy (May 7, 2021). "CAIN "Rise Up" Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  17. "2022 Nominees | The 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards". GMA Dove Awards . August 10, 2022. Archived from the original on August 11, 2022. Retrieved August 18, 2022.
  18. "Louder Than The Music - LTTM Album Awards 2021 - No. 7: Cain - Rise Up". Louder Than The Music. January 12, 2022. Retrieved February 4, 2022.
  19. "Top Christian Albums Chart | Billboard". Billboard . Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. May 18, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  20. 1 2 "Rise Up by Cain on Amazon Music - Amazon.com". Amazon.com . May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  21. 1 2 "Rise Up by CAIN on Apple Music". Apple Music . United States. Apple Inc. May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
  22. "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. March 14, 2023. Retrieved March 14, 2023.
  23. "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard . Year-End Chart. Retrieved December 2, 2021.
  24. "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard . Year-End Chart. Retrieved December 4, 2022.