Battle of the Bands
In keeping with the true spirit of Christmas I'm again offering up two versions of a song about the honoree of this time of year--Jesus Christ. "Your Love Broke Through" is a 1977 song from the late Keith Green, a prolific composer of Christian songs. He died in a plane crash in 1982 while at the height of his career. He left a legacy of music loved by many and oft recorded by other artists.
This current Battle is between two popular Christian male artists who are also favorites of mine--Phil Keaggy and Randy Stonehill. Hope you take the time to listen and enjoy...
Phil Keaggy "Your Love Broke Through" (1977)
Randy Stonehill "Your Love Broke Through" (1985)
Time to Vote!
Which artist do you enjoy the most? Of the two versions, which do you like better? I hope you'll at least give the versions a listen to discern your favorite. Which version do you prefer? Hopefully you have an opinion of some kind. You don't have to know about music to have an opinion since it all comes down to your own personal taste.
Please vote on your favorite by letting us know your choice in the comment section and tell us why you prefer the version you chose. Then after you've finished here, please visit the other blogs listed below who may or may not be participating this time around. And if you've put up your own BOTB contest let us know that as well so we can vote on yours.
Here are some other places where you might find BOTB posts:
StMcC Presents Battle of the Bands
'MIKE'S RAMBLINGS'
'Curious as a Cathy'
Sound of One Hand Typing
Jingle, Jangle, Jungle
Winner of this Battle Announced on Wednesday December 22
Few folks ever seem to comment on those Results post but I do them anyway. It will be a few days before Christmas so maybe I'll post something additional. Or maybe I'll just do results. Or maybe--maybe. Well, I hope to be back then with something.
Hey Lee,
ReplyDeleteThis was easy for me. I'm going with Phil Keaggy. Maybe it's because this is the one I know the best but something didn't sit right with me with Randy's version. Great song choice for this showdown. I haven't heard the song in a long time. I hope you're enjoying the holiday season with all the home renovation going on. When ever you get a chance, I hope you'll stop by to cast your vote in my Cool Yule BOTB Showdown. Have a blessed day, my friend!
Cathy, renovations still going on. Seems like this is going to be going on for a long time, but they've assured us they'll be out of the house this coming week.
DeleteFirst vote for Phil Keaggy.
Lee
Randy Stonehill's version gets my vote. I preferred the vocals and upbeat arrangement. Hope all goes well with your renovations!
ReplyDeleteDebbie D, I'm not liking this renovation stuff very well, but I guess afterwards it will seem worth the trouble and expense.
DeleteGiving us a tie with a vote for...
Randy Stonehill.
Lee
As much as I like Phil Keaggy, I'm going with Randy Stonehill on this. I like the arrangement better.
ReplyDeleteJohn H, I hear you about Phil.
DeleteA vote for Randy Stonehill.
Lee
I actually prefer Phil Keaggy because it sounds more original and less disco than Randy's. What a shame he died so young and tragically.
ReplyDeleteBirgit, not sure I'd call Randy's version disco, but it is upbeat for sure.
DeleteA vote for Phil Keaggy.
Lee
From my Cousin Tom on Facebook comes a vote for...
ReplyDeleteRandy Stonehill.
Lee
All this is new to me, but I liked Randy better. Phil's voice was too high for me. I'm not opposed to high male voices (see Geddy Lee, for example,) but Phil's voice is not only high, but effeminate. THAT puts me off.
ReplyDeleteSixgun McItchyfinger
Sixgun, I think Phil has a very nice voice, but maybe it didn't sit quite right with this song. Still I do like it.
DeleteAnother vote for Randy Stonehill.
Lee
Unfortunately, I can't say I was wild about either of these recordings. To me it sounded like a song in search of a melody.
ReplyDeleteNevertheless, I'll cast my BOTB bote for RANDY, because I preferred the faster pace and the slightly lower voice. Oddly, I own a Phil Keaggy album and he doesn't sing anywhere near this high on any of the songs.
I'm not a big fan of males singing in a high register (including that human dog whistle, Geddy Lee -- also known as "Donald Duck on helium").
I hope you have a Merry CHRISTmas and a safe & Happy New Year's Eve! See ya again on the 1st of the New Year, Boidman.
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STMcC, I think this is from one of Phil's earlier albums. I have many of his albums from after this one and I've enjoyed them all.
DeleteHope these Christmas and other holidays go wonderfully for you!
A vote for Randy Stonehill.
Lee
Randy Stonehill sounds a whole lot like post-Eagles Randy Meisner, and that goes a long way with me. This is a seriously fine recording, Lee.
ReplyDeleteA vote for Randy Stonehill, please.
Michael, I get that Meisner connection. They all fit in a musical vein of that era I think. Glad you enjoyed the recording. I did too.
DeleteRandy Stonehill.
Lee
My vote late as it is goes with Randy Stonehill, Just returned after long break, hope all is well with you and family Lee.
ReplyDeleteYvonne.
Yvonne, not too late! All is relatively well considering that I live the oppressed state of California.
DeleteA vote for Randy Stonehill.
Lee
For anyone interested I have my results posted at:
ReplyDeletehttps://tossingitout.blogspot.com/2021/12/christmas-is-ready-but-im-not-botb.html