Fred Hammond: Next Steps

Not every Fred Hammond song is a funky burst of bass-driven faith; the gospel artist is also a reflective balladeer. His brilliant falsetto elevates the congregation's spirit on the elegant “Just to Be Close to You,” and it also balances weariness with resiliency on the poppy “You Are My Life.” His arranging skills are spot-on, as he transforms songs like “No Greater Love” into soft, rippling meditations on God's adoration.