Discover the best gourmet songs of 2023 as chosen by UTR Critics Panel. Songs range from hopeful anthems like 'I'm Alive' and emotional support tunes like 'Here For You' to spirited anthems such as 'Find Your People'. The podcast also highlights vulnerability in songs like 'Shedding Skin' and themes of redemption in 'By and By'.
'I'm Alive' by Paul Zach ft. Page CXVI showcases funky guitars and soulful vocals, praised for its energetic vibe.
'Here For You' by Christa Wells emphasizes support and comfort for those in tough times, highlighting the importance of being there for one another.
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The episode features the top individual songs of 2023, as selected by the UTR critics panel. The list includes nearly 70 songs, with about 30 songs to be featured in this episode and the next. The episode showcases a diverse range of music, including singles, tracks from albums and EPs, and songs by various artists.
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One of the featured songs is 'I'm Alive' by Paul Zock, featuring page CXVI. It was released in July 2023 and is praised for its funky guitars, soulful vocals, and energetic vibe.
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Another standout song is 'I'm Here for You' by Christa Wells. The song expresses support and comfort for those going through tough times, emphasizing the importance of being there for one another.
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The episode also includes the song 'The Lord Will Provide' by John Guerra, which speaks to the trust in God's provision, particularly in times of financial difficulty. The track is praised for its powerful and touching lyrics.
Not only did the UTR Critics Panel help pick out the top gourmet albums of the year, but we also asked them to identify the best individual tracks of 2023. We feature 15 selections from that list on today's show.
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“I’m Alive” - Paul Zach ft. Page CXVI
“Here For You” - Christa Wells
“The Lord Will Provide” - Jon Guerra
“Find Your People” - Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors
“Losing My Head” - Mike Mains & the Branches
“Falling Like Fire” - Aryn Michelle
“The Bread” - Eric Peters
“The King is On The Way” - Jonathan Traylor
“Shedding Skin” - Lucy Grimble
“By and By” - Needtobreathe
“How Could It Be” - Cole McSween & LJ the Messenger
“Bless God” - Brooke Ligertwood
“God + Prozac” - Chris Renzema
“Plead” - Joel Ansett
“Harpeth” - Michelle Lynn Thompson
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Host/Producer - Dave Trout
UTR's Best Gourmet Songs of 2023 (full list) - https://utrmedia.org/songs23
UTR's Top 11 Gourme Albums of 2023 list - https://utrmedia.org/t11ga23
SPONSOR: Ross King's "Tools Not Rules" - https://rosskingmusic.com/utr25
UTR Contest for Every Moment Holy set - https://utrmedia.org/winemh