Zion
Hillsong United · 2013
70 min · 13 tracks · indie pop · pop rock · contemporary Christian music
A sweeping journey of faith, blending atmospheric pop with heartfelt worship and evocative lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like emotional progression sweeping journey of faith immersive late-night worship sessions
- Context
- Released in early 2013, 'Zion' was Hillsong United's fifth studio album, following their successful live album 'Live in Miami'. This album marked a significant moment as the group continued to evolve their sound and reach a broader audience within contemporary Christian music, building on their established reputation for innovative worship music.
- If you like
- indie pop, pop rock, contemporary Christian music
Zion is an album by Hillsong United, released in 2013. A sweeping journey of faith, blending atmospheric pop with heartfelt worship and evocative lyrics. Upon release, 'Zion' debuted at number one on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and reached significant positions on various international charts. The lead single 'Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)' became a major hit, resonating deeply within worship communities and contributing to Hillsong's global influence in modern worship music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Zion sound like?
A sweeping journey of faith, blending atmospheric pop with heartfelt worship and evocative lyrics. Rooted in indie pop and pop rock.
What makes Zion by Hillsong United notable?
Upon release, 'Zion' debuted at number one on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and reached significant positions on various international charts. The lead single 'Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)' became a major hit, resonating deeply within worship communities and contributing to Hillsong's global influence in modern worship music. Released in early 2013, 'Zion' was Hillsong United's fifth studio album, following their successful live album 'Live in Miami'. This album marked a significant moment as the group continued to evolve their sound and reach a broader audience within contemporary Christian music, building on their established reputation for innovative worship music.
Who is Zion for?
Zion works well if you're into wave-like emotional progression, sweeping journey of faith and immersive late-night worship sessions.
How many songs are on Zion?
Zion has 13 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Relentless Standout 5:09
- 2 Up in Arms 4:28
- 3 Scandal of Grace Standout 4:06
- 4 Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) Standout 8:56
- 5 Stay and Wait 5:13
- 6 Mercy Mercy 4:41
- 7 Love Is War 7:15
- 8 Nothing Like Your Love 5:51
- 9 Zion (interlude) 3:32
- 10 Heartbeats 3:53
- 11 A Million Suns 5:06
- 12 Tapestry 6:42
- 13 King of Heaven 5:28
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
70 min 20 sec
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