Jesus: The Epic Mini-Series [Soundtrack]

Track Listings

1. Jesus Theme from the Original Soundtrack - Patrick Williams

2. I Need You - LeAnn Rimes

3. Jesus, He Loves Me - Edwin McCain

4. Nobody Ever (Only You) - Steven Curtis Chapman

5. Spirit in the Sky - dc Talk

6. Love That You've Been Looking For - 98°

7. Shining Star - Yolanda Adams

8. Love Can Change Your Mind - Lonestar

9. Fly to You - Avalon

10. When You Walked into My Life - Jaci Velasquez

11. City by a River - Hootie & the Blowfish

12. Pie Jesu - Sarah Brightman

Tracks:

I Need You - LeAnn Rimes
The Love That You've Been Looking For - 98 Degrees
City By a River - Hootie & the Blowfish
Jesus, He Loves Me - Edwin McCain
Pie Jesu - Sarah Brightman
Spirit in the Sky - dc Talk
Jesus Theme - Patrick Williams
Heaven to Earth - Michael English
Fly to You - Avalon
When You Walked Into My Life - Jaci Velasquez
Shining Star - Yolanda Adams
Love Can Change Your Mind - Lonestar
Nobody Ever (Only You) - Steven Curtis Chapman

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Jesus has been many things to many people: Son of God, carpenter, Rock of Ages, and social radical. But now inspiration for an "Epic Mini-Series" and adult-contemporary-oriented soundtrack album? Irony be damned: in the golden age of marketing, it only makes sense to wrap the gospel in slick, radio-friendly pop. Skeptics may balk at its blatant misappropriation of 1970s chestnuts like one-hit wonder Norman Greenbaum's "Spirit in the Sky" (its Zen overtones rewritten for dogmatic correctness by DC Talk) and Earth Wind & Fire's "Shining Star" (strangely recast here as minor-key hip-hop dirge by Yolanda Adams), but strong efforts by LeAnn Rimes and Steven Curtis Chapman will please the faithful. Compared with Patrick Williams's brooding score (available in its entirety as a separate release), the efforts of 98 Degrees and Hootie and the Blowfish almost seem to walk on water--which is a nice way to say they're lighter than air. The major sin the Jesus soundtrack seems guilty of is preaching to the converted; the music and message are full of reassurance and hope, but they're often as personally challenging as an Up with People road show. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

Not a very good collection but..........2004-04-02

It does include two fantastic songs by Leanne Rimes with I Need You, which became so popular her record company used the song to sell an album (they made an album of early demos, put this song on it and named the album I Need You. They sold the album as new material, apparently she was less than pleased and didnt support it)

and Jaci Valesquez which is much less popular but still a really great song.

INSPIRING!.......2004-03-12

The story of Jesus is a story of faith, hope and love. The songs on this CD are inspired by those men and women in the music industry who have been touched by the power of the Gospel message! Each song is powerful and inspiring in its own right! Any fan of great music will want this in their collection! Grade: A+

Never Saw the Show, but LOVE the Music.......2002-09-07

You know, I'll be honest with you. I did not purchase this music because of the show, or I'm some "Super Christian" looking for another great CD of Christian music. Rather, I bought this album because I loved Leann Rimes song, "I Need You." No other reason. However, once I listened to the entire album, I realized just what a great thing I had here! Of course, I most often replay Leann's wonderful voice, but almost as much, I listen to others based on their message or the amazing sounds that the groups have produced. In all honesty, "Fly to You" by Avalon is an amazing song that on its own makes this volume worthwhile. In my humble opinion, regardless of whether you're looking for a good collection of songs with a good message, or just something to lift your spirits in general, this collection will provide you with what you need.

Savor Each Drop.......2002-01-18

From classical cover and serious title of this album, you might be surprised that this album is more on pop and modern Christian songs. You'd be delighted that there are some invited secular artists like 98 Degrees, Leann Rimes, Hootie & The Blowfish, and many more. Here's a small info for each track. Listen and savor each songs.

If you got favorites, well here's mine (10 favs out of 12):

Jesus - A nice musical soundtrack (based on the epic mini-series) but not so catchy. Though a bit dramatic, the composition does not meet beyond normal appeal.

I Need You -(my 1st) Vibrant as ever, Leann interpreted the song effortlessly. The message flows like water, pours like rain. I can say that, this is the only song I need to hear for me to buy this album. Nice work again, Ty Lacy.

Jesus, He Loves Me -(6th) Edwin McCain's powerful voice matched this powerful traditional song. With powerful back-up singers too. You'll be blessed.

Nobody Ever (Only You) -(10th) A suave effort that brings the lighter side of Steven Curtis Chapman which makes the song easily sung and pleasurable to hear.

Spirit In The Sky -(9th) Though message is about death, DC Talk performed this piece in enthusiasm, almost in playful manner. Giving emphasis on one's eternal preparation and salvation.

The Love That You've Been Looking For - (2nd) Hearing the serenades of 98 Degrees' youthful voices together with acoustic guitar blending will take you to a higher level. Great interpretation from guys who sings with immense feelings.

Shining Star -(8th) Groove is Yolanda's passion and truly in this song her soulful voice shines. An upbeat sound with encouraging messages about self-confidence and trusting God.

Love Can Change Your Mind - Lonestar did a good performance and the message was straightforward. But all in all, it didn't interest me. I enjoy any types of music, even country ... I just don't know why it didn't appeal me. Perhaps for others, the song could be great.

Fly To You - (5th) Of course, a little shouting, ups and downs of their flying vocal chords - that's the trademark of super dynamic Avalon. The gals dominate this pop song.

When You Walked Into My Life - (4th) Everytime Michelle Tumes team-up with Jaci Velasquez's as her backup vocals, the result is always outstanding. The song is a combination of ethereal and ballad in style. Again, Jaci gave justice to this another beautiful Ty Lacy piece.

City By A River -(3rd) This is pure gospel song. A fine performance from Hootie & The Blowfish, together with Christian R&B master Bebe Winans. Their mixture with great loud backups is a smash. Message is excellent and deep.

Pie Jesu -(7th) Pie Jesu, I believe means "Merciful Jesus". Sung by our angel Sarah Brightman. A song that ends the album in solemn orchestration of voices and instruments.

A power cast of talented Christian and secular artists together in one inspirational album. This is one of the great deal that I got. You won't regret. 5 stars - a must-buy.

* Check the criteria on how I decide to select stars for albums at my profile. I hope my review helps you a lot. Thanks.

Amazing.......2000-08-03

i would have given this CD 5 stars, if it weren't for a few songs on it i didn't think fit well. i'm not going to name them, and i think they would have been ok if they had put them in a different sequential order than they have.

Tracks:

Main Title
Joseph Dies
Searching for Jesus
Temple, the Early Days
Healing the Sick
Zealots
Walking on Water
Raising Lazarus
Jesus Arrives
Last Supper
Satan
Gethsemane
Taken to Pilate
Pie Jesu - Sarah Brightman, Paul Miles-Kingston, Winchester Cathedral Choir
Passion
Crucifixion
Jesus Has Risen
I Am With You

Jesus: The Epic Mini-Series (Television) (Score)

Average customer rating:

Second Rate Score to A Second Rate Film
Impressive score that is atypical for TV
A majestic score for undeserving mini-series
STIRRING!
Water or wine?

Jesus: The Epic Mini-Series (Television) (Score)
Patrick Williams
Manufacturer: Angel Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Main Title
Joseph Dies
Searching For Jesus
Temple, The Early Days
Healing The Sick
Zealots
Walking On Water
Raising Lazarus
Jesus Arrives
The Last Supper
Satan
Gethsemane
Taken To Pilate
Pie Jesu
The Passion
The Crucifixion
Jesus Has Risen
I Am With You

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How does a composer approach the greatest story ever told without feeling as if the legends of the various ages (from Bach and Handel to Rosza and Newman) aren't staring over his shoulder? If you're Patrick Williams, you acknowledge them succinctly and then get with the business at hand, underscoring a work as full of human drama and betrayal as it is with divine hope. Which is to say that while the proceedings are occasionally ponderous (those big, minor chords often being held a l-o-n-g time; this is, after all, a miniseries), Williams makes an effort to inject a little John Barry-esque modernism into the genre, and to good effect. With a memorably plaintive theme carried alternately by solo trumpet, flute, and orchestra, Williams hasn't exactly reinvented cinema's liturgical lexicon here, but he has certainly moved beyond its typically tired restraints. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

Second Rate Score to A Second Rate Film.......2005-10-22

With all due respect to the subject of this material, it's not the best movie based on the life of Christ, and the music is second rate at best. If you want to watch (or listen to) a decent made movie on Jesus, I highly recommend Mel Gibson's "The Passion" instead. The Passion is accurate, very well acted, even better directed...and carries a much better, higher quality soundtrack.

Impressive score that is atypical for TV.......2005-02-16

Patrick Williams' score for the television miniseries Jesus is not typical of most television miniseries'. What is most different about it is the lack of a bombastic main theme. Williams' main theme is understated and that creates a score that is soft yet powerful. He creates music that flows nicely and is a much better listening experience than the movie is a watching experience. Overall I rate this score very highly.

A majestic score for undeserving mini-series.......2004-04-06

Although I find the mini-series undeserving of Patrick Williams' talent, he has done a fantastic job of capturing the majesty of the life of Christ with his beautiful score.

STIRRING!.......2004-03-12

The original score for the epic miniseries "Jesus" is a soul-stirring, exceptional piece of work! Patrick Williams has created an amazing soundscape for the best television representation of the story of Jesus the Christ! This should belong in anyone's collection of film and television recordings! Grade: A+

Water or wine?.......2000-11-01

A musically peripatetic score of ersatz Rozsa infused with gross, contemporary gimmickry that threatens to be its downfall. "Jesus" is interesting to hear for its magnificent main theme and righteously epic moments, but because the music rambles about until something major occurs, it never quite achieves the illustrative task of turning water to wine. Rather, this is Kool-Aid -- refreshing, but someone needs to spike the punch.

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1. Jesus Theme from the Original Soundtrack - Patrick Williams
2. I Need You - LeAnn Rimes
3. Jesus, He Loves Me - Edwin McCain
4. Nobody Ever (Only You) - Steven Curtis Chapman
5. Spirit in the Sky - dc Talk
6. Love That You've Been Looking For - 98°
7. Shining Star - Yolanda Adams
8. Love Can Change Your Mind - Lonestar
9. Fly to You - Avalon
10. When You Walked into My Life - Jaci Velasquez
11. City by a River - Hootie & the Blowfish
12. Pie Jesu - Sarah Brightman