HEAVEN & EARTH

Personnel: Phil Wickham (vocals, guitar, piano); London Symphony Orchestra (strings, drums). Audio Mixers: David Larring; Peter Kipley. Recording information: Signature Sound. Photographer: Christian Rios. Award winning CCM singer/songwriter Phil Wickham's third full-length album continues in the tradition of the California native's previous two releases, offering listeners more of his signature, faith-based blend of atmospheric, Coldplay-inspired Brit-pop and soaring, radio-ready adult alternative rock. Bolstered by the singles "Eden" and "Safe" (the latter is a duet with fellow CCM rocker Bart Millard from MercyMe), Heaven & Earth cements Wickham's reputation as one of contemporary gospel's most original voices, and the perfect tonic for those who feel that modern CCM lacks the artistry of its muse. ~ James Christopher Monger

• Genre: Religious / Contemp. Christian
• Format: CD
• Released: 11/17/2009