Under Their Influence
Russ Taff · 1991
43 min · 10 tracks · contemporary Christian music
Soulful gospel melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a deeply resonant spiritual experience.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and earning a Grammy nomination. The blend of contemporary Christian music with traditional gospel elements helped to solidify Taff's place as a pivotal figure in the genre during the early '90s.
- Best for
- steady reflective journey throughout heartfelt spiritual connection moments soulful melodies for contemplation
- Context
- Released in 1991, 'Under Their Influence' is Russ Taff's second solo album following his debut 'Russ Taff' in 1987. At this point in his career, Taff was transitioning from the more rock-oriented sound of his earlier work to a style that embraced deeper gospel influences, marking a significant evolution in his musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael W. Smith· Sonicflood· B. J. Thomas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 God Don't Never Change Standout 4:29
- 2 Search Me Lord Standout 4:39
- 3 God's Unchanging Hand 4:13
- 4 Life's Railway To Heaven 4:17
- 5 Were You There? 3:06
- 6 As An Eagle Stirreth Her Nest 4:23
- 7 Just Believe 4:48
- 8 Everybody Shoulda Really Oughta Been There 2:53
- 9 There's A Hand 3:44
- 10 Ain't No Grave Standout 6:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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