Micah Stampley - 'Ransomed'

Micah Stampley takes you on a musical journey with the accessible and uplifting Ransomed. Ballads blend with foot-stomping funk to make the ride as enjoyable as it is interesting. But it's not about the music or the acclaim for Stampley; it's about sharing a Savior.

Stampley explained in a press release, "Jesus still saves, still heals, still delivers. Many times people think they can’t come to church because they don’t have it all together, but God is a loving, caring, merciful God. He changes not. Whatever you need from him, he’s the only one who can truly fulfill those needs and fill those voids in your life."

Ransomed, Micah Stampley's third live album, will soon become another milestone in one of the fastest-rising careers in all of gospel music. Recorded live in Atlanta at Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church before an enthusiastic crowd of more than 2,000, Ransomed delivers a universally appealing release that is filled with plenty of praise and worship as well as some funky fun.

"Rain," starts Ransomed off with a get on your feet praise tune that puts listeners in a place where praising the Lord is as natural as breathing. You can really hear the magical touch of 10-time GRAMMY winner and 30-time Stellar Award winner Kevin Bond (Donnie McClurkin, Yolanda Adams), who produced the entire album.

Micah moves smoothly into "Lend Your Song to Me," a love song to Jesus that is as light and airy as a spring breeze while being as velvety and flowing as liquid gold. Ditto that for "The Corinthian Song," which is practically intoxicating in it's honest worship.

"Always Remember," a highlight of the album, shows off Stampley's increible voice and the title track, well, let's just say that you will not be able to sit still and quietly listen to this stirring song of delivery.

Other exceptional gems include "More of You" and "Close to You," which goes straight to your soul.

Ransomed reminds us that we were all ransomed by the blood of Christ and it's some of the smoothest urban worship you'll hear all year. This release will warm your heart and lift up your spirit.