Not to Us by Chris Tomlin
A late find: Chris Tomlin's 2002 album Not to Us is early, singable worship about giving God the glory.
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Achtung Baby by U2
U2's bold 1991 reinvention, a darker record about love and betrayal that I came to long after its release.
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i 2 (EYE) by Michael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith's 1988 release, melodic songs with a strong hook. I found it some years after it appeared and was glad I did.
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Nothing Is Sound by Switchfoot
Switchfoot's restless 2005 album wrestles with doubt and discontent, heavier and darker than its breakthrough.
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Lifesong by Casting Crowns
Casting Crowns' 2005 album turns daily life into worship, with the storm-tested anthem Praise You in This Storm.
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A Rush of Blood to the Head by Coldplay
Coldplay's darker, sharper 2002 album, the one where the band grew up, anchored by Clocks and The Scientist.
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Thrive by Newsboys
A late find: Newsboys' 2002 album Thrive is bright Christian pop rock about living fully, not just getting by.
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Out of Silence by Yanni
Yanni's 1987 release, a set of melodic instrumental pieces. I found it some years after it appeared and was glad I did.
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Parachutes by Coldplay
Coldplay's gentle 2000 debut, a quiet, hopeful record I went back to discover after their bigger albums.
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X&Y by Coldplay
Coldplay's ambitious 2005 album reaches for the stadiums, full of widescreen anthems and the enduring Fix You.
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Wild Frontier by Gary Moore
Gary Moore's 1987 release, a record that leans on tone and touch. I reached it late and it has stayed with me.
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Look to You by Hillsong United
Hillsong United's 2005 live album pushes its youth worship outward, with mission-minded anthems for a generation.
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Relient K by Relient K
Relient K's 2000 self-titled debut, a scrappy, witty pop punk record full of youth, humour and early faith.
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Keys to Imagination by Yanni
Yanni's 1986 release, a set of melodic instrumental pieces. I came to it well after release and have returned to it since.
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Strong Tower by Kutless
Kutless set aside the hard rock for a full worship album in 2005, gathering songs of refuge and shelter.
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The Big Picture by Michael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith's 1986 release, bright, well-built pop songs. It came to me long after release and earned its place.
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God He Reigns by Hillsong Worship
Hillsong's 2005 live worship album centres on the reign of God, with big, confident songs of praise.
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Run for Cover by Gary Moore
Gary Moore's 1985 release, a record that leans on tone and touch. It came to me long after release and earned its place.
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The Joshua Tree by U2
U2's 1987 masterpiece, a vast record about America and longing that I found long after it became a classic.
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The Dark Side by Gregorian
Gregorian's 2004 album turns rock and gothic songs into solemn chant, finding the ache under famous music.
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How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb by U2
U2's 2004 album returns to big, heartfelt rock, wrestling with faith, family, and grief beneath the anthems.
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Devotion by Newsboys
Newsboys follow their worship turn with this warm 2004 album of praise, including Blessed Be Your Name.
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Mmhmm by Relient K
Relient K's 2004 album keeps the hooks but digs deeper into grace, regret, and growing up.
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Welcome to Diverse City by TobyMac
TobyMac's 2004 album mixes hip hop, rock, and funk into a joyful celebration of a diverse, faith-filled city.
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Optimystique by Yanni
Yanni's 1984 release, wordless music for reflection. I found it some years after it appeared and was glad I did.
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