Sovereign [CD/DVD] [Deluxe]
Recording information: Brown Owl Studios, Nashville, TN; Deer Valley Farm, Franklin, TN; FabMusic, Franklin, TN; Full Circle Music, Franklin, TN; redredstudio, Nashville, TN; The Manor, Franklin, TN; The Soundhouse, Redding, CA.Photographers: Cameron Powell; Brandon Chesbro.Michael W. Smith's 25th studio album, 2014's Sovereign, is the beloved Christian singer's first album of pop and worship-oriented material since 2010's Wonder. The album also follows his 2011 instrumental album, Glory, and his popular 2008 live worship album A New Hallelujah. Working with a handful of writer/producers including Jeremy Edwardson, Kyle Lee, Seth Mosley, and Christopher Stevens, Smith has crafted an earnest and heartfelt recording inspired by his deep faith. Included on Sovereign is the lead-off single, "You Won't Let Go" as well as "The One That Really Matters," featuring guest Kari Jobe. ~ Matt Collar