A New Hallelujah

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A New Hallelujah
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Live album by
Michael W. Smith
ReleasedOctober 28, 2008
RecordedJune 20, 2008 at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas
GenreWorship
Length68:59
LabelReunion
ProducerMichael W. Smith
Michael W. Smith chronology
It's a Wonderful Christmas
(2007) 		A New Hallelujah
(2008) 		Wonder
(2010)
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicunrated[1]
Jesus Freak Hideout4.5/5 stars[2]

A New Hallelujah is a live album by Christian recording artist Michael W. Smith. Released in October 2008, this is Smith's third album of worship music, and his fourth live album. A New Hallelujah was recorded on June 20, 2008 at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas.[1] A DVD version of the album was released in March 2009 & Additional Bonus Features:Behind The Scenes: A New Hallelujah 4 New Tracks from the Live Concert

Track listing[]

All tracks are written by Michael W. Smith, except noted.

Album release
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Prepare Intro" 1:00
2."Prepare Ye the Way" 5:05
3."A New Hallelujah" (featuring the African Children's Choir)Michael W. Smith, Debbie Smith, Paul Baloche5:47
4."When I Think of You" (featuring the African Children's Choir) 4:28
5."Mighty to Save"Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan7:53
6."Shout Unto God"Joel Houston, Marty Sampson4:08
7."Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, John Newton5:34
8."Deep In Love With You"Michael W. Smith, Debbie Smith, Christa Black6:32
9."Healing Rain/Let It Rain"Michael W. Smith, Martin Smith, Matt Bronleewe, Michael Farron3:20
10."Majesty"Martin Smith, Stu Garrard4:19
11."I Surrender All" (featuring Coalo Zamorano)Judson W. Van DeVenter3:51
12."Oh Draw Me Lord (Draw Me Near) (Live)" 2:44
13."Grace"Michael W. Smith, Martin Smith4:21
14."Michael W. Smith sharing" 1:44
15."Help Is On the Way" (featuring Israel Houghton)Michael W. Smith, Israel Houghton, Debbie Smith, Christa Black5:16
16."The River is Rising" 5:41
17."Love In His Right Hand" 2:44
18."Siwano (Featuring The African Children's Choir) (Live)" 3:24
19."A New Hallelujah (Reprise)"  
Total length:68:59
iTunes Store edition[3]
No.TitleWriter(s)Length
16."A New Hallelujah (Radio Version)" (Digital bonus track)Michael W. Smith, Debbie Smith, Paul Baloche4:32
Total length:73:31

Credits[]

Music[1]

  • Michael W. Smith – lead vocals, keyboards, drums (1), acoustic guitar (5, 6), arrangements, producer
  • Jim Daneker – keyboards, Hammond B3 organ, programming
  • Ben Gowell – electric guitar
  • Adam Lester – electric guitar
  • Christa Black – violin, acoustic guitar, backing vocals
  • Matt Smallbone – bass guitar
  • Michael Olson – drums
  • Matt Payne – drums (1)
  • Spence Smith – drums (1)
  • Stephen Jackson – backing vocals
  • Aimee Jones Beard – backing vocals
  • Fiona Mellett – backing vocals
  • Michael Mellett – backing vocals, choir director
  • The Lakewood Church Choir – adult choir
  • The African Children's Choir: children's choir; directed by Alice Nabwami (3, 4)
  • Coal Zamorano – Spanish solo (11)
  • Israel Houghton – guest vocals (14)

Production

  • Michael Blanton – executive producer
  • Bob Ezrin – executive producer
  • Terry Hemmings – executive producer
  • Traci Sterling Bishir – production coordination
  • Chaz Corzine – associate producer
  • Rob Burrell – engineer, mixing
  • Hank Williams – mastering at Master Mix, Nashville, Tennessee
  • Louis Deluca – photography
  • Tim Parker – design
  • Ron Roark – design
  • Michelle Box – A&R production
  • Jason McArthur – A&R coordination
  • Trish Townsend – stylist

Reception[]

A New Hallelujah won two Dove Awards at the 40th GMA Dove Awards, for Best Inspirational Recorded Song and Best Praise & Worship Album.[4]

Charts[]

Certifications[]

Region Certification Certified units/sales
United States — 23,000[11]

References[]

  1. ^ Jump up to: a b c "A New Hallelujah". AllMusic. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
  2. ^ "A New Hallelujah". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved July 21, 2016.
  3. ^ "A New Hallelujah". iTunes. Retrieved May 22, 2017.
  4. ^ "Dove Awards Celebrates 40th Year". Gospel Music Update. Archived from the original on May 3, 2014. Retrieved December 11, 2011.
  5. ^ "Michael W Smith Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved September 18, 2018.
  6. ^ "Michael W Smith Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 18, 2018.
  7. ^ "Top Christian Albums – Year-End 2008". Billboard. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
  8. ^ "Top Billboard 200 Albums – Year-End 2009". Billboard. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
  9. ^ "Top Christian Albums – Year-End 2009". Billboard. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
  10. ^ "Top Christian Albums – Year-End 2010". Billboard. Retrieved August 10, 2021.
  11. ^ "A New Hallelujah". KNET 180 Radio. Archived from the original on August 19, 2011. Retrieved December 11, 2011.
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