For his 13th studio album, the star-studded
Chris Tomlin & Friends
,
Tomlin
brings in a myriad of songwriting and performance collaborators, mostly from the country-pop sector. With names like
Thomas Rhett
Lady A
, and
Florida Georgia Line
on board, he presents a track list full of gratitude, appreciation, and accessible, heartfelt anthems represented by titles like "Gifts from God," "Together," and "Thank You Lord." The latter song opens the album with both
Rhett
and
alongside
. Representing the contemporary Christian scene are guests including worship group
We the Kingdom
Bear Rinehart
of
Needtobreathe
, who is featured on the rousing "Power." One of the record's stronger songs, "Tin Roof" by Nigerian-born soul singer/songwriter
Blessing Offor
, closes the album with a hopeful, spiritual piano ballad. ~ Marcy Donelson