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Under Their Influence
''Under Their Influence'' is the fifth studio album by Christian singer-songwriter Russ Taff, released in 1991 on Myrrh Records. It is an album of traditional spiritual covers that pays tribute to Blind Willie Johnson, Brother Joe May and Mahalia Jackson, among others. Even though the album was originally titled ''Under Their Influence, Volume 1,'' there was no Volume 2. Taff and his guitarist, James Hollihan, Jr., produced and arranged the album. Taff re-recorded a gospel music, gospel blues version of "Just Believe", originally recorded for his 1983 debut album ''Walls of Glass (album), Walls of Glass''. Taff won his second solo Grammy Award (his fifth and final overall) for Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album, Best Rock Gospel Album at the 34th Grammy Awards. The album peaked at number five on the ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' Top Christian Albums chart. Track listing All songs arranged by Russ Taff and James Hollihan, Jr., except where noted. # "God Don't Ever Cha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Russ Taff
Russell Taff (born November 11, 1953) is an American gospel singer and songwriter who grew up in Farmersville, California. He has sung a variety of musical styles throughout his career including: pop rock, traditional Southern gospel, contemporary country music, and rhythm and blues. He first gained recognition as lead vocalist for the Imperials (1976–81). One of his best-known performances is the song "Praise the Lord". He has also been a member of the Gaither Vocal Band, and occasionally tours with Bill Gaither in the Gaither Homecoming concerts. As a solo artist and songwriter, Taff is known for the 1980s anthem "We Will Stand". Taff has received various Dove and Grammy awards either as a solo artist or part of a larger musical group, most notably the Imperials. Early life Russ Taff was born to Joe and Ann Taff on November 11, 1953, the fourth of five sons, and grew up in Farmersville, California. Taff's father was a pastor of a small Pentecostal church - the Eastside Taber ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |