GRACELAND - THE MIKE BOWLING GROUP
Bowling is a Southern gospel music veteran who has spent time with the LeFevres, the New Hinsons and the Perrys. After a successful season as a solo act, he’s put together a new group, with his brother Jeff, Jeff’s wife Kim and their cousin Karen Parker. Bowling has a warm, powerful voice that shines on this collection, but he graciously lets other members share lead vocal duties. The result is a potent disc that combines Southern gospel and country influences. “Mercy and Grace” is a buoyant anthem while “There Is Power in the Name of Jesus” is a gorgeous ballad that could be a hit on multiple Christian radio formats. On the Karen Harding-penned title cut, the group conjures a cool, swampy vibe, thanks to creative lyrics and an appearance from the Jordanaires. Billboard
