The Upside Of Down

The title of the album parallels his journey and the humbling healing process over the last several months. The songs reflect that theme, too, as reminders that the hard times in life can be transformed into good. The lead single from the album, the powerful “Center of It,” already reigns in the Top 10 after only a handful of weeks on the charts and is poised to continue its ascent.

This album showcases August’s vocal abilities as well as true musicianship. So many of today’s top artist’s aren’t musicians anymore but Chris August is the real deal. The album is very mellow with powerful lyrics, it is great to listen to while unwinding from a long day. Your heart will be soothed and your mind can meditate on the love and grace of God that emanates from these deep heartfelt lyrics.

The Upside of Down Track Listing:

• Center Of It
• The Upside Of Down
• Amen
• This Side Of Heaven
• Restore
• Let There Be Light
• I Believe
• 1989
• Unashamed Of You
• A Little More Jesus
• Let The Music Play
• Water Into Wine
• Meant To Be
• Truth Is Still True

My favorite track is “Amen” and in all honesty, 1989 makes me feel old!

If you are looking for well-written music, expert vocals and a great message then I suggest you get yourself a copy of The Upside Of Down.

Disclosure: I received a copy of the CD for the purpose of this review. All opinions are 100% mine.

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I was very excited when I was asked to review her debut solo album, The House You’re Building, which released last month. In case you haven’t heard of Audrey yet here is some info:

Audrey is a 27-year-old singer/songwriter based out of  Phoenix. Individualistic. A free spirit. Untraditional.  Truly one-of-a-kind, this intensely honest singer-songwriter is carving out her own unique path in the music industry and opening hearts to God along the way. I think her story of self-acceptance would be a great fit for your audience! Digital outlets have already welcomed Assad with the single “For Love Of You” receiving one of iTunes ® strongest debuts on the Christian/Gospel Singles chart. Assad has already toured with industry elites Chris Tomlin, Matt Maher, Tenth Ave North and more. The 27 year-old, Phoenix-based singer songwriter also landed a duet with Chris Tomlin with “Winter Snow” on his Glory in the Highest Christmas album as well as sang with Brandon Heath on 2 songs from forthcoming Jars of Clay Shelter project.

Audrey’s clear, haunting voice is beautiful and soothing to the soul. The songs on The House You’re Building are a well thought out mix of worship, prayer and praise songs. I’ve listened to the CD several times and I have had trouble choosing a favorite song. This  is one of those CDs that I will worship with in my quiet time and a different song will hit me as significant depending on what I am walking through at the time.  I think right now my favorite is “Restless”, this is the chorus: “And I’m restless, I’m restless, ‘Til I rest in You let me rest in You. And I’m restless, I’m restless, ‘Til I rest in You let me rest in You. O God I will rest in You.” Those lyrics about sum it up for me right now.

Check out Audrey’s new CD at your local Christian bookstore or click this link The House You’re Building to buy it on Amazon.com.

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