Annie Herring

Item: All That I Am
Author: Daniel Russell

All That I Am

(1993)

Reviewed by Daniel Russell

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Label Sparrow RecordsThe LighthouseSeptember 1993

adult contemporary ccm worship

The most recent work by Annie Herring, formerly of Second Chapter of Acts, is very soothing. It is a quieter album, at times somewhat mysterious sounding.

Musically, this album is quite pleasing to listen to. The melodies are very attractive and the harmonies are pleasing to the ear. The instrumental background effectively compliments the mood and meaning of the lyrics. The lyrics themselves are uplifting, full of praise to the Lord. This is a worshipful album, but without the "Maranatha" or "Praise Strings" feeling. This album is refreshing both musically and lyrically.

The chorus of the first song, "Stay True," has a haunting melody, somewhat reminiscent of Enya. "Miracles" is a song of thanks to God for the miracles He brings into our lives. "Get the Picture" speaks of the frustration one feels when waiting for God to answer prayer. Yet, there is a feeling of joy knowing that He will answer, and we can wait for Him. "Without Love" is a duet with Matthew Ward, that summarizes the ideas of 1 Cor. 13. "Your Name" praises the name of God, and the fact that anyone can, at any time, call out to God in prayer. The music, background vocals, and harmonies of "On Angel's Wings" are very similar to those in older Second Chapter of Acts songs. "All That I Am" is a duet with Perry Coleman and sums up rather completely the mood of the album: "All that I am/All that I need/All that I ever hope to be/All that I dream/All that I love/All that I hold so dear to me/Is in Your hand."

I liked this album the first time I listened to it, and it has been growing on me as I have continued listening to it. If you like worshipful lyrics with enjoyable music then this might be a good album to check out.