Rise Up is the first studio album by American Christian country band Cain. The album was released on May 7, 2021, by Provident Label Group.[1] The album was produced by Nick Schwarz, David Leonard, Brad King, Seth Talley, Jonathan Smith, Jeff Pardo, Bryan Fowler, and Jordan Mohilowski.
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| Released | May 7, 2021 | |||
| Recorded | 2020 | |||
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| Length | 33:37 | |||
| Label | Provident Label Group | |||
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The album has been supported by the release of "Rise Up (Lazarus)", "Yes He Can", "The Commission", and "I'm So Blessed" as singles. The title track, "Rise Up (Lazarus)", peaked at number four on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "Yes He Can" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "The Commission" peaked at number two on the Hot Christian Songs chart. "I'm So Blessed" peaked at number three on the Hot Christian Songs chart.
Rise Up peaked at number six on Billboard's Top Christian Albums Chart in the United States. Rise Up received two GMA Dove Award nominations for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year and Recorded Music Packaging of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards.[2]
Background
editCain made their debut on Provident Label Group with the release of their self-titled extended play in March 2020, and the release of their single "Rise Up (Lazarus)" to Christian radio.[3] The trio then released multiple covers of songs as standalone singles for songs such as "Egypt" by Bethel Music and Cory Asbury, "There Was Jesus" by Zach Williams and Dolly Parton, and "Celebrate Me Home" by Kenny Loggins.[4] In April 2021, Cain announced that Rise Up will be their first full-length album, containing tracks previously released on their debut EP as well as new tracks.[5]
Release and promotion
editSingles
edit"Rise Up (Lazarus)" was released to Christian radio in the United States as the lead single from the album on April 17, 2020.[6] "Rise Up (Lazarus)" peaked at number four on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[7]
"Yes He Can" was released to Christian radio in the United States as the second single from the album on April 16, 2021.[8] "Yes He Can" peaked at number four on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[9]
"The Commission" was released as the third single from the album on December 11, 2021.[10] The song impacted Christian radio in the United States on December 31, 2021.[11] "The Commission" peaked at number two on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[12]
"I'm So Blessed" impacted Christian radio in the United States on July 15, 2022, becoming the fourth single from the album.[13] "I'm So Blessed" peaked at number three on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[14]
Reception
editCritical response
edit| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| 365 Days of Inspiring Media | 4.5/5[15] |
| JubileeCast | 3.5/5[16] |
Joshua Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review opined that Rise Up is "one of my favourite albums of the year thus far, in terms of enthusiasm and accessibility and lyrical poignancy; CAIN is definitely for fans of artists like I Am They and Rend Collective."[15] Timothy Yap of JubileeCast had mixed reactions of the album, ultimately concluding that "Rise Up is a welcoming debut. The bright and uplifting tunes, the catchy pop choruses, and the siblings fine harmonies make Rise Up a noteworthy record among the sea of new releases."[16]
Accolades
edit| Year | Organization | Award | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | GMA Dove Awards | Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year | Nominated | |
| Recorded Music Packaging of the Year | Nominated |
| Publication | Accolade | Rank | Ref. |
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| Louder Than The Music | LTTM Album Awards 2021 | 7 |
Commercial performance
editIn the United States, Rise Up debuted at number 20 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart dated May 22, 2021.[19]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Come Forth" |
| Nick Schwarz | 2:36 |
| 2. | "Rise Up (Lazarus)" |
| Nick Schwarz | 3:26 |
| 3. | "I'm So Blessed" |
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| 2:55 |
| 4. | "The Commission" |
| Jonathan Smith | 3:16 |
| 5. | "Yes He Can" |
| Jeff Pardo | 3:19 |
| 6. | "People Need People" |
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| 3:34 |
| 7. | "Revival" |
| Jordan Mohilowski | 3:55 |
| 8. | "Over My Head" |
| Jonathan Smith | 2:50 |
| 9. | "Keep Following" |
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| 3:06 |
| 10. | "Hey Jesus" |
| Nick Schwarz | 4:40 |
| Total length: | 33:37 | |||
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 11. | "Rise Up (Lazarus)" (Music Video) | 3:33 |
| 12. | "Yes He Can" (Music Video) | 3:21 |
Charts
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Weekly chartsedit
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Year-end chartsedit
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Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | May 7, 2021 | Provident Label Group | [20][21] |
References
edit- ^ "CAIN releases debut album 'Rise Up'". Niagara Frontier Publications. May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ Longs, Herb (August 10, 2022). "Watch: Nominations For 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Announced - TCB". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 9, 2022.
- ^ "Cain Makes Provident Debut with 1st Single 'Rise Up (Lazarus)' | CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine. March 6, 2020. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ Young, Abby (April 6, 2021). "CAIN Announces Album Rise Up Out May 7 | Freeccm.com". Freeccm.com. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "CAIN Announces Upcoming Album". NewReleaseToday. April 8, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ Provident Radio (March 20, 2020). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "We are super excited for @caintheband's debut single "Rise Up (Lazarus)" It brings the words of Jesus straight into our lives! It's going…"". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "Hot Christian Songs Chart | Billboard". Billboard. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. January 12, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ Provident Radio (March 20, 2021). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "Who else is LOVING @caintheband's new single, "Yes He Can"?? Add it anytime now to the official date 4/16!! "". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 26, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "Hot Christian Songs Chart | Billboard". Billboard. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. August 24, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "The Commission - Single by CAIN on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. December 11, 2021. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ^ Provident Radio (November 29, 2021). "Provident Radio on Instagram: "Wow, a beautiful new single from @caintheband is the perfect way to start a new week! "The Commission" is going for adds 12/31! 🤍🤍🤍"". Instagram. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ^ "Hot Christian Songs - Billboard". Billboard. May 3, 2022. Retrieved May 3, 2022.
- ^ "Future Releases for Christian Radio Stations | Free New Songs from Music Artists". AllAccess.com. Archived from the original on July 13, 2022. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
- ^ "Hot Christian Songs - Billboard". Billboard. March 21, 2023. Retrieved March 26, 2023.
- ^ a b Andre, Joshua (May 7, 2021). "CAIN – Rise Up | 365 Days of Inspiring Media". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ a b Yap, Timothy (May 7, 2021). "CAIN "Rise Up" Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "2022 Nominees | The 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards". GMA Dove Awards. August 10, 2022. Archived from the original on August 11, 2022. Retrieved August 18, 2022.
- ^ "Louder Than The Music - LTTM Album Awards 2021 - No. 7: Cain - Rise Up". Louder Than The Music. January 12, 2022. Retrieved February 4, 2022.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums Chart | Billboard". Billboard. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. May 18, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ a b "Rise Up by Cain on Amazon Music - Amazon.com". Amazon.com. May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ a b "Rise Up by CAIN on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. May 7, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2021.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. March 14, 2023. Retrieved March 14, 2023.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. Year-End Chart. Retrieved December 2, 2021.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. Year-End Chart. Retrieved December 4, 2022.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. Year-End Chart. Retrieved February 11, 2024.
External links
edit- Lyrics and sheet music for the album on PraiseCharts