Peace in the Valley: The Complete Gospel Recordings
Elvis Presley · 2000
219 min · 87 tracks · blues
A heartfelt collection of gospel hymns infused with Elvis's soulful voice and stirring arrangements that uplift and inspire.
Top tracks — play these first
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His Hand in Mine Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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How Great Thou Art — This track exemplifies Presley's vocal power and emotional delivery, transforming a traditional hymn into a poignant anthem of faith that resonates deeply.
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Crying in the Chapel — Offering a blend of vulnerability and spirituality, this song highlights Presley's ability to convey complex emotions while maintaining a reverent tone.
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(There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) — The title track captures the essence of hope and peace within the gospel tradition, showcasing Presley's unique ability to connect with listeners on a profound level.
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Amazing Grace — Presley’s rendition infuses this classic hymn with a personal touch, illustrating how his interpretations could breathe new life into well-known religious songs.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt singing in quiet moments
- uplifting energy for group gatherings
- reflective listening during introspection
- dynamic peaks of spiritual fervor
- short bursts of joyful praise
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer standalone hits over medleys
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive collection showcasing Elvis's gospel work, significant but not a main entry point.
- Themes
- spiritual longing· Southern gospel tradition· faith and redemption
- Career context
- Released in 2000, 'Peace in the Valley: The Complete Gospel Recordings' showcases Elvis Presley’s deep-rooted connection to gospel music, coming nearly 25 years after his last studio album. This compilation reflects a later phase of Presley's career, focusing on his religious convictions and the spiritual essence he sought to convey through music, particularly following his death in 1977.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chuck Berry· Little Richard· Buddy Holly
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 His Hand in Mine Start here 3:16
- 2 I’m Gonna Walk Dem Golden Stairs 1:51
- 3 In My Father’s House 2:05
- 4 Milky White Way 2:15
- 5 Known Only to Him 2:07
- 6 I Believe in the Man in the Sky 2:12
- 7 Joshua Fit the Battle 2:39
- 8 He Knows Just What I Need 2:12
- 9 Swing Down, Sweet Chariot 2:33
- 10 Mansion Over the Hilltop 2:56
- 11 If We Never Meet Again 1:58
- 12 Working on the Building 1:53
- 13 Crying in the Chapel 2:26
- 14 How Great Thou Art 3:01
- 15 In the Garden 3:09
- 16 Somebody Bigger Than You and I 2:26
- 17 Farther Along 4:05
- 18 Stand by Me 2:29
- 19 Without Him 2:29
- 20 So High 1:57
- 21 Where Could I Go but to the Lord 3:38
- 22 By and By 1:50
- 23 If the Lord Wasn’t Walking by My Side 1:38
- 24 Run On 2:22
- 25 Where No One Stands Alone 2:42
- 26 We Call on Him 2:33
- 27 You’ll Never Walk Alone 2:44
- 28 Who Am I? 3:17
- 29 Life 3:09
Disc 2
- 1 Only Believe 2:49
- 2 He Touched Me 2:39
- 3 I’ve Got Confidence 2:21
- 4 Amazing Grace 3:35
- 5 Seeing Is Believing 2:54
- 6 He Is My Everything 2:40
- 7 Bosom of Abraham 1:36
- 8 An Evening Prayer 1:54
- 9 Lead Me, Guide Me 2:41
- 10 There Is No God but God 2:19
- 11 A Thing Called Love 2:25
- 12 I, John 2:16
- 13 Reach Out to Jesus 3:15
- 14 Miracle of the Rosary 1:51
- 15 Put Your Hand in the Hand 3:15
- 16 I Got a Feeling in My Body 3:33
- 17 Help Me 2:29
- 18 If That Isn’t Love 3:29
- 19 Help Me (live) 2:37
- 20 Why Me Lord (live) 2:51
- 21 How Great Thou Art (live) 3:37
- 22 Farther Along 1:19
- 23 Oh Happy Day 1:51
- 24 I, John 2:16
- 25 Bosom of Abraham 0:49
- 26 You Better Run 1:49
- 27 Lead Me, Guide Me 2:28
- 28 Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus / Nearer My God to Thee 3:42
Disc 3
- 1 When the Saints Go Marching In 1:23
- 2 Just a Little Talk With Jesus 4:01
- 3 Jesus Walked That Lonesome Valley 3:09
- 4 I Shall Not Be Moved 3:18
- 5 (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) 1:32
- 6 Down by the Riverside 2:24
- 7 Farther Along 2:08
- 8 Blessed Jesus (Hold My Hand) 1:12
- 9 On the Jericho Road 0:48
- 10 I Just Can’t Make It by Myself 1:09
- 11 I Hear a Sweet Voice Calling 0:44
- 12 When the Saints Go Marching In 2:20
- 13 Softly and Tenderly 2:34
- 14 (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) 3:21
- 15 It Is No Secret (What God Can Do) 3:55
- 16 I Believe 2:05
- 17 Take My Hand, Precious Lord 3:18
- 18 I Asked the Lord 1:17
- 19 He 1:46
- 20 Oh How I Love Jesus 2:00
- 21 Show Me Thy Ways, o Lord 2:32
- 22 Hide Thou Me 1:05
- 23 Down by the Riverside / When the Saints Go Marchin’ In 1:55
- 24 Sing You Children 2:13
- 25 Swing Down Sweet Chariot 2:15
- 26 Let Us Pray 3:01
- 27 Gospel Medley 9:01
- 28 The Lords Prayer 2:07
- 29 How Great Thou Art (live) 3:18
- 30 (There’ll Be) Peace in the Valley (for Me) 1:42
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
My Mother's Hymn Book
Johnny Cash
Shares deep spiritual themes and heartfelt interpretations of hymns.
Amazing Grace
Aretha Franklin
Combines powerful gospel vocals with themes of faith and redemption in a live setting.
The World's Greatest Gospel Singer
Mahalia Jackson
Embodies the Southern gospel tradition with emotional depth and soulful delivery.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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