What makes Stand by James Ingram notable?

The album features tracks that received significant airplay on gospel and R&B stations, reflecting Ingram's ability to bridge genres. Additionally, it was well-received by critics, who praised his vocal delivery and the album's inspirational messages, emphasizing its role in contemporary Christian music discussions. By the time of its release in 2008, James Ingram was a seasoned artist with multiple Grammy nominations and hits like 'Just Once' and 'Yah Mo B There'. 'Stand' is particularly notable as it marked his return to the music scene after a hiatus, showcasing his continued relevance in the evolving landscape of R&B and soul.

How many songs are on Stand?

Stand has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Stand

James Ingram · 2008

42 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B

Soulful melodies intertwine with contemporary R&B rhythms, offering uplifting themes and heartfelt vocal performances throughout the album.

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Stand - In the Light — The title track embodies the album's core message of hope and resilience, featuring a powerful arrangement that highlights Ingram's emotional vocal delivery.
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Don't Let Go — This track showcases Ingram's signature blend of soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing a sense of urgency and emotional depth.
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Everything Must Change — A poignant reflection on life's inevitable transformations, this song demonstrates Ingram's lyrical maturity and vocal prowess with a moving musical backdrop.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends R&B and gospel influences with strong vocal performances but lacks a cohesive narrative flow.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a mid-tempo groove, with 'Blessed Assurance' introducing a gospel influence that persists throughout.
Vocal harmonies are layered prominently, especially in the choruses, creating a rich texture that highlights Ingram's vocal prowess.
Several tracks feature instrumental breaks where the rhythm section takes the lead, allowing for dynamic shifts in energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Stand - In the Light 4:47
2 Don't Let Go 4:33
3 Blessed Assurance 4:16
4 Mercy 3:51
5 Beneath the Snow 3:56
6 Everything Must Change 4:48
7 Yah Mo B There 4:28
8 Everlast 5:13
9 No Place Like Home 3:30
10 For All We Know 3:01

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