Praise the Lord
Wanda Jackson · 1972
29 min · 10 tracks · country music
A vibrant fusion of gospel fervor and rockabilly spirit, underscored by Wanda Jackson's powerful vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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The King Is Coming Start here — This track opens the album with an anthemic proclamation, showcasing Jackson's commanding vocal delivery and setting a spiritual tone for the record.
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Oh Happy Day — A standout cover that brings an infectious joy and exuberance, it exemplifies Jackson's ability to reinterpret classic gospel with her signature style.
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How Great Thou Art — Jackson's rendition captures the grandeur of the original hymn while infusing it with her dynamic energy, highlighting her vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting anthems for celebration
- concise tracks for quick enjoyment
- heartfelt storytelling with energy
- front-loaded joy and fervor
Maybe skip if you
- seeking lengthy, immersive experiences
- prefer dark, somber themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked a significant shift to gospel, establishing her new direction in music.
- Themes
- gospel revival· spiritual celebration· southern church gatherings
- Career context
- By 1972, Wanda Jackson was transitioning from her roots in rockabilly to a more gospel-centric sound. 'Praise the Lord' marked her first full-length gospel album at a time when she was solidifying her legacy as a versatile artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loretta Lynn· Patsy Cline· Brenda Lee
Tracklist
- 1 The King Is Coming Start here 3:26
- 2 My Testimony 2:16
- 3 Didn’t He Shine 3:30
- 4 He Gives Us All His Love 2:48
- 5 People Gotta Be Loving 2:06
- 6 How Great Thou Art 3:10
- 7 Am I Not My Brother’s Keeper 2:33
- 8 Oh Happy Day 4:22
- 9 He’s the Man 2:42
- 10 Battle Hymn of the Republic (Glory, Glory, Hallelujah) 3:05
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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