The Undoing is the debut studio album by Steffany Gretzinger. Bethel Music released the album on August 25, 2014. Gretzinger worked with Jeff Schneeweis in the production of this album.
| The Undoing | ||||
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | August 25, 2014 | |||
| Genre | CCM, praise & worship, folk | |||
| Length | 47:53 | |||
| Label | Bethel | |||
| Producer | Jeff Schneeweis | |||
| Steffany Gretzinger chronology | ||||
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Critical reception
edit| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| 365 Days of Inspiring Media |    [1] |
| Christian Music Review | 4.5/5[2] |
| Cross Rhythms |   [3] |
| Jesus Wired |   [4] |
| Louder Than the Music | [5] |
| New Release Tuesday | [6] |
| Worship Leader | [7] |
Awarding the album five stars for New Release Tuesday, Kevin Davis says, "This is truly a moving and prayerful worship experience."[6] Tony Cummings, giving the album a six out of ten review from Cross Rhythms, writes, "though this is a reasonable enough debut, to me it never truly sounds deserving of its bestselling status."[3] Rating the album five stars at Louder Than the Music, Jono Davies describes, "Put this album on when you're sad, put this album when you're happy, and let the emotion of the songs draw you in and take you on a quiet and reflective journey around the musical world of Steffany Gretzinger."[5] Logan Merrick, indicating in a 4.5 out of 5 review by Christian Music Review, states, "This whole album features song after song of authentic, pure, lyrical content."[2] Signaling in a three and a half star review at 365 Days of Inspiring Media, Jonathan Andre writes, "The Undoing is great, and ought to be enjoyed thoroughly".[1] Jessica Morris, awarding the album nine and a half stars for Jesus Wired, says, "Steffany Gretzinger's vocals are exquisite, and The Undoing allows them to shine brilliantly, largely due to the authentic and evocative worship created through the album."[4]
Accolades
editThis album was No. 12 on the Worship Leader's Top 20 Albums of 2014 list.[8]
The song, "No Fear In Love", was No. 20 on the Worship Leader's Top 20 Songs of 2014 list.[9]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Morning Song" | Amanda Cook, Steffany Gretzinger | 4:35 |
| 2. | "Constant One" | Gretzinger, Kyle Lee, Lauren Lee Gruber, Phillip LaRue | 4:26 |
| 3. | "Out of Hiding (Father's Song)" | Cook, Gretzinger | 4:28 |
| 4. | "I Spoke Up" | Gretzinger | 1:36 |
| 5. | "Cecie's Lullaby" | Gretzinger | 4:04 |
| 6. | "Letting Go" | Gretzinger, Gabriel Wilson | 7:00 |
| 7. | "Promise I Always Will" | Cook, Gretzinger | 4:45 |
| 8. | "Steady Heart" (featuring Amanda Cook) | Cook, Gretzinger | 5:29 |
| 9. | "No Fear in Love" | Gretzinger, Nate Ward | 3:14 |
| 10. | "Open Up Let the Light In" | Cook, Gretzinger | 3:25 |
| 11. | "Getting There" | Cook, Gretzinger, Amanda Ritchie | 4:51 |
| Total length: | 47:53 | ||
Charts
edit| Chart (2014) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard 200[10] | 20 |
| US Christian Albums (Billboard)[11] | 2 |
| US Independent Albums (Billboard)[12] | 5 |
References
edit- ^ a b Andre, Jonathan (August 21, 2014). "Steffany Gretzinger – The Undoing". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ a b Merrick, Logan (August 23, 2014). "Steffany Gretzinger 'The Undoing'". Christian Music Review. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ a b Cummings, Tony (September 15, 2014). "Review: The Undoing - Steffany Gretzinger". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ a b Morris, Jessica (October 31, 2014). "Steffany Gretzinger Is Breathtaking On New Album, 'The Undoing'". Jesus Wired. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ a b Davies, Jono (October 31, 2014). "Steffany Gretzinger - The Undoing". Louder Than the Music. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ a b Davis, Kevin (August 18, 2014). "Undone by God". New Release Tuesday. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ Gilles, Kristen. "Steffany Gretzinger: The Undoing". Worship Leader (November/December 2014): 82. Retrieved August 13, 2015.
- ^ Worship Leader. "Top 20 Albums of 2014". Worship Leader (November/December 2014): 66. Retrieved August 11, 2015.
- ^ Worship Leader. "Top 20 Songs of 2014". Worship Leader (November/December 2014): 64–5. Retrieved November 5, 2015.
- ^ "Steffany Frizzell-Gretzinger Album & Song Chart History". Billboard 200. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ "Steffany Frizzell-Gretzinger Album & Song Chart History". Billboard Christian Albums. Retrieved May 10, 2015.
- ^ "Steffany Frizzell-Gretzinger Album & Song Chart History". Billboard Independent Albums. Retrieved May 10, 2015.