Glory | ||||
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Studio album by | ||||
Released | November 22, 2011 | |||
Recorded | AIR Studios | |||
Genre | Instrumental, CCM | |||
Length | 52:15 | |||
Label | Reunion | |||
Producer | Michael W. Smith, David Hamilton | |||
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Jesus Freak Hideout | [1] |
Glory is an instrumental album by Christian recording artist Michael W. Smith. Released in November 2011, the album is Smith's second instrumental album following Freedom in 2000.[2] The album was recorded with a 65-piece orchestra at AIR Studios Lyndhurst Hall in London and Wildwood Recording Studio in Nashville.[3] The music was arranged by Smith's longtime friend David Hamilton, and produced by Smith himself.[4]
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Glory Overture" | 5:31 |
2. | "Patriot" | 2:54 |
3. | "Heroes" | 5:51 |
4. | "Forever" | 4:02 |
5. | "Blessing" | 3:38 |
6. | "Whitaker's Wonder" | 3:06 |
7. | "Joy Follows Suffering" | 3:07 |
8. | "Glory Battle" | 4:22 |
9. | "Atonement" | 3:50 |
10. | "Redemption" | 5:35 |
11. | "The Romance" | 3:28 |
12. | "The Tribute"/ "Agnus Dei" | 6:51 |
Dawno's Music and Book Reviews on New Release Tuesday described Glory as "worth repeated listens" and that the album is "contemplative, majestic, somber, romantic, joyful, and playful."[2] Lindsay Williams from watchgmctv.com wrote that Glory was "as sentimental as it is patriotic and boasts a collection of instrumental soundscapes that honor family, God and country."[7]
Chart (2011) | Peak position |
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US Billboard 200[8] | 121 |
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[9] | 7 |