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Oct
2003
The Hoskins Family - Places To Go, People To See


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imageProduced by Wayne Haun
Label: Daywind Record

“Going to another level musically” seems to be an everytime happening when the Hoskins Family record. This CD is no exception. Stylistically they have gone to another level that they have never achieved before. This CD stretched them vocally with things I never thought they would be doing, but they are doing them as good as anyone I’ve heard.

Included on this CD are some good ole Campmeeting style songs, which would include the opening song “Ordinary Sunday.” There is an incredible ballad performed in typical Angie style, and interpreted as only she can. Not only would “Places To Go, People To See” make a great radio release, but this song will reach out and touch your heart.  There is a very nice hymn featuring Reva. “The Palm Of His Hand” is very worshipful, and will fit into any church service. Jim takes the lead on a traditional Southern Gospel song. “The Sound Of His Voice” has a message of hope, and Jim does a splendid job expressing this song.

Sheri LaFontaine has penned a very interesting song about heaven which features Angie. “What Are You Doing Right Now?” will have you singing along and you’ll find yourself thinking about someone who has already gone to heaven.  Rick is featured on “My God Is Able” and this cut would do great on radio also. You will hear some really tight harmony on this one.

My favorite song is “Pray Down The Power”. What a message this song has. The track is driving from start to finish, add a choir in the background, some fancy stereo effects (especially with headphones on), and a little bit of “Soul” by Jim and Angie, and you have one great song. I really hope they release this one to radio.

The CD ends with a cute song by Angie and her daughter. “How Did God Know” will have every Mother grabbing for a box of Kleenex.

Other songs include “I’m Believin”, “I’ll Pray You On Your Way”, and “Somebody’s Praying Right Now”. 

Reader Comments

I agree with Deon's rating of 4 stars. This is a very solid project that mixed group fans should really enjoy . . . I think it leans towards a slightly more traditional SG style than their previous release. It's not as traditional as the Wilburns or the Perrys, but it's closer to Hoppers territory than Martins.


Commented by On 10/31/2003
The Hoskins Family ROCKS. This album has to be one of the best Southern Gospel projects I have ever heard. I think it raises the bar for Southern Gospel Music. City Limits is my favorite cut off of the album.

Shane Jordan


Commented by Shane Jordan On 11/01/2003
I'm with Shane. My favorite is also City Limits.


Commented by On 11/02/2003
James Hales's avatar "City Limits" is my fav. I agree with the 4 stars Deon and I agree with David, it departs from the branching out of their last recording, and leans more towards the traditional side. I don't particulary see this recording as "Going to another level musically."


Commented by On 11/03/2003
:thumbsup:I just wanted to say I think The Hoskins are a awsome group. I love the Power Angie sings with. She will have you on the edge of your seat. I love the Anointing that comes with their singing.
This is a project everyone needs to add to their collection!!! smile
Keep those powerful songs coming!You are one of my favorite groups.
Brenda Cornett Livesay of The Frosts :thumbsup:


Commented by On 11/04/2003
smile what a way to rate the record.. good job guy! i tell ya the hoskins family is so awesome.. i love angie so much with her soul and style like no ohter...it's not like kim green or karen peck, but just as great.. she's has a nice full range. it's awesome to hear a family group singing such great songs as they do.. i tell ya what Joyful morning is my fav, but this cd will go down in the fav book too....
:thumbsup:


Commented by On 11/04/2003
:thumbsup: Wow! What a group. Wonderful Christian folks. I have know them just about from day one and what a voice Angie has. Love to hear her on any song she does. smile :light: And then how they love to worship the Lord. They are in SGM for all the right reasons AND :offtopic: they are with the right record company to make their job easier to do what SGM is all about. Join me in praying for the Hoskins daily, won't you? wink


Commented by Ole' Gospel Jim Ganoe On 11/07/2003
I just picked up this CD and I have to say, from the get-go I love it. Wonderful vocals, wonderful accompaniment, wonderful song-selection. The Hoskins Family is continuing to amaze me with every release they have. Great job!


Commented by On 11/08/2003
This is a GREAT listening CD. What impresses me the most is the versatility of styles. Not every artists can do this effectively. The Hoskins Family have done it again. I expect to see several chart toppers from this release. I also want to add that Angie gets a lot of credit for the vocal foundation of the group, and this is very much deserved. She is an incredible talent. But I have to say that Jim is becoming one of my favorite male singers in this genre. He really shines on this CD.


Commented by On 11/19/2003
Wes's avatar I've only had the opportunity to listen to this CD twice since I got it. I have to agree with the comment above regarding the versatility of styles. The Hoskins Family have a super project here! Some great production work again by Wayne Haun also.


Commented by On 11/25/2003
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