Atlanta International Records (AIR Gospel) announces the release of “The Water I Give” from Dottie Peoples on November 11, 2003. A slightly different offering by the Songbird of the South, “The Water I Give” offers everything plus more of the quality Gospel music that is synonymous with the name Dottie Peoples.
The Stellar Award winner, Grammy and Soul Train Lady of Soul nominee stayed close to her traditional base with “The Water I Give” which incorporates praise and worship, ballads, neo-soul, contemporary, and of course, Dottie’s signature 11:00 AM worship service brand of traditional music.
The title track, “The Water I Give,” has a slightly urban feel and successfully bridges the Gospel music lover’s ear with that of the Christian Contemporary listener, without losing the core of the style that has kept Dottie in the forefront of Gospel music since she entered the scene a little over a decade ago.
Diehard Dottie fans will take delight in the rousing, hand-clapping, foot-stomping track, “He’ll Give You Everything.” Penned by the psalmist herself, this one is Hot, Hot, Hot!
For the “praise & worshippers, “Hallelujah Jesus” is a song of praise that will surely usher believers into His presence. A beautiful melody, Dottie masterfully handles the message in a celebratory manner that will easily evoke uplifted hands.
Another track of note is “Still Running.” Written by Doug Williams of The Williams Brothers fame, the universal appeal of this one will have you patting your feet without a thought. With a slight “quartet” feel, this track is sure to find favor by listeners of all ages.
A completely versatile project, “The Water I Give” is one of Dottie Peoples’ best works.
