Morris Robinson: Going Home

Label: Decca
Sound/Style: traditional spirituals and hymns in new and eclectic settings

Gospel music is getting harder to categorize, at least in simple terms. Christian artists are framing old hymns in pop and rock contexts, even adding new material. Many secular acts co-opt gospel's rich musical heritage without a God-glorifying agenda. Because all this makes some folks uncomfortable, controversy can still simmer over the proper treatment of sacred song. Going Home , the debut from opera singer Morris Robinson, is yet another new spin on the trend of reinventing revered hymns and spirituals.