Corner of Eden
One of the early pioneers in the contemporary-Christian-music industry, Kathy Troccoli continues to please fans and critics alike with her passionate vocals and honest songwriting.Corner of Eden, the 1999 Dove Award winner for Inspirational Album of the Year, is yet more proof that Troccoli's music remains relevant. The opener, "A Different Road," displays her trademark powerhouse voice with a stirring orchestral and choral backing. "We Will Know Love" and "Fill Me Up" show a looser side of the artist with flute, mandolin, and acoustic guitars providing a bed of sound for her rich voice. ButCorner of Eden's finest moment is "Psalm Twenty-Three"--a stirring, magnificent piece of work written by Troccoli after her mother's death. Kudos also to producer Nathan DiGesare for his arrangements here.-- Michael Lyttle