Walls of Glass
Russ Taff · 1983
41 min · 10 tracks · contemporary Christian music
A soaring blend of gospel-infused rock with heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply within the contemporary Christian music landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tell Them Start here — in-order opening establishes the album's flow
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We Will Stand — This track stands out as a rallying anthem for unity and faith, widely adopted in worship settings and showcasing Taff's vocal power.
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Walls of Glass — The title track encapsulates the themes of vulnerability and strength, illustrating Taff's ability to convey personal struggles through music.
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I Want to Change — This song expresses a yearning for personal transformation, highlighting Taff's introspective lyrical style and emotional delivery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rock and gospel influences with heartfelt lyrics, establishing Taff's solo identity in contemporary Christian music.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo rock feel, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- Several tracks incorporate gospel elements, such as call-and-response sections and rich backing vocals that enhance the emotional impact.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- heartfelt melodies for emotional connection
- mid-tempo flow for sing-alongs
- spiritual themes for introspective listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This debut solo album established Taff's reputation in contemporary Christian music.
- Career context
- Released as Russ Taff's debut solo album after his tenure with the group The Imperials, 'Walls of Glass' marked a significant step in his career. At this time, Taff was transitioning from a supporting vocalist to a prominent solo artist, showcasing his powerful voice and personal songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michael W. Smith· Amy Grant· Steven Curtis Chapman
Tracklist
- 1 Tell Them Start here 4:24
- 2 Walls of Glass 3:59
- 3 I Want to Change 4:03
- 4 Pure in Heart 4:00
- 5 We Will Stand 4:38
- 6 Jeremiah 5:08
- 7 Inside Look 4:02
- 8 Just Believe 4:31
- 9 Kathryn's Song 4:26
- 10 Unto the Lamb 2:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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