Article: Otherworldly unplugged; New CDs bring various visions of God and faith.(NEWS)(Review)

Some say all music sung in the name of God should be endorsed and never criticized. But as the nuances of the music are exposed, the foolishness of embracing everything as equal becomes evident.

Here's a sampling:

Reviews

Michelle Tumes, "Listen," Sparrow.

Christian singer-songwriter Michelle Tumes' debut release is spiritual candy accompanied by New Age sounds similar to Enya and Yanni. The music is dreamy, ethereal and sentimental. In her view, self-awareness evokes God-awareness.

With narcotic rhythms and breathy vocals, Tumes bespeaks a self-centered Christianity in which she floats in healing waters, listens to the God ...

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