Album Review: “Somebody’s Coming” (2011) - Gold City

I’ve been wanting to do some album reviews... some old and some new. I also wanted to start out with my favorite group, Gold City. I planned on writing this earlier, but decided to wait until after they came to town for the concerts, and I’m glad I did.

Before I start into my review, I want to make clear that this is my personal opinion. I’m don’t claim to have great musical taste or and expert critic. I’m just a fan, a true Southern Gospel nut, that also likes to sing along. In fact, I’ll admit that I’m a bit biased on a few things. For example, I love harmony and good bass lines. Duh... ;) I’m also very partial to certain groups and artists, like GOLD CITY. With that in mind, I hope you enjoy what I have to say.

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After much anticipation and several years of waiting, Gold City finally came out with an album of new material. I like the song selections. It’s no “Standing In The Gap” (my all-time favorite album), but it does a fairly good job of keeping you listening.

There are several songs I’d pick when making a playlist for in the car and driving. I like good pick me up songs, ones that won’t put me to sleep. All the songs are great to listen to, and each fit a special purpose or message. Of course, there are those that are just great to sing along with, and since I sing bass, I’ll be more inclined to pick those that feature Tim Riley!

I was a bit disappointed that Gold City didn’t sing the title track at the concert, but was privileged to hear it sung several times during their sound check! There were only a few of us there to hear it, so looking back, I’m excited I didn’t miss it. I would love for it to be their next release to radio.

I’ve made a short list of where I’d rank the songs:

Top Favorite: Somebody’s Coming
Listening While Driving: Peter, James, And John; Footprints On The Water; Somebody’s Coming; I Have An Anchor
Song I’ll Sing Along With The Most: I Get Down
Unique Pick: Showers Of Blessing
Song I Might Skip: Never Too Broken To Belong

In conclusion, this is an album I’ll play often. It’d definitely worth owning. However, after hearing Gold City in concert, I’m ready hear their next recording effort.

~Matt