Jars Of Clay

I know that many people enjoy the music of Jars of Clay. I recently read an article about their new album 'Redemption Songs' that was of interest to me.

The article peaked my interest becuase of this:
"Lowell said he found an old Salvation Army hymnal on eBay, the online auction site, and the band used that as a basis for finding lyrics for which it could write its own melodies.
"It was surprisingly -- I don't want to say easy -- surprisingly enjoyable," Lowell said. "The lyrics are so inspiring."
Lowell said they weren't afraid to update the lyrics just a bit, either. The whole point, he said, was to remind people that "these hymns do still have value today."
They chose hymns that "struck a nerve with us," he said.

I loved this because of the point I made in my previous post about The Salvation Army's rich musical heritage. Many of the hymns on this album are great old one's that they've revamped to reach out to a younger generation. I love it!!
There are well known hymns such as, 'It is Well', 'I'll Fly Away,' and 'They will know we are Christians.' And also some that may not be so well known by many. One of my favorites is 'On Jordan's Banks.' Have a listen on their site, it'll be worth your while, I promise!

On that note(haha!!), its bedtime!

Blessings.