Unto Us
Unto Us marks the sixth album from Aaron Shust. Centricity Music released the project on October 14, 2014. Aaron Shust worked with producers James Fitzpatrick and David Hamilton in the creation of this album.
Reception
Specifying in a four star review by CCM Magazine, Grace S. Aspinwall realizes, "Although this is a Christmas album, the signature sound of worship leader Aaron Shust peeks through the cinematic feel and beautiful tapestry of the record... The intricate strings and lovely movement of the record will secure it as a favorite for years to come."[1] Adding a half star to his rating compared to the aforementioned, Jesus Freak Hideout's Christopher Smith responds, "Aaron Shust has pulled off something spectacular with Unto Us."[2] Jonathan Francesco, indicating in a four and a half star review for New Release Tuesday, recognizes, "Aaron Shust has created a modern Christmas classic that flirts heavily with terms like 'masterpiece.'"[3]
Track listing
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1. | "Star of Wonder (Overture)" | David Hamilton, John Henry Hopkins, Jr., James Montgomery, Aaron Shust, Henry Smart | 4:08 |
2. | "Gloria" | Aaron Shust | 5:04 |
3. | "Unto Us" | David Hamilton, George Frederick Handel, Aaron Shust | 5:14 |
4. | "Advent Carol" | David Hamilton, John M. Neale, Aaron Shust | 4:08 |
5. | "God Has Come to Earth" | Martin Luther, Aaron Shust, John Francis Wade | 4:52 |
6. | "Sanctuary" | David Hamilton, Aaron Shust | 4:29 |
7. | "Keep Silent" | Aaron Shust, Traditional | 1:54 |
8. | "Bethlehem" | Phillips Broooks, Aaron Shust | 3:21 |
9. | "Rejoice" | John M. Neale, Aaron Shust | 3:43 |
10. | "Go Tell It" | Aaron Shust, Traditional | 4:07 |
Total length: | 41:00 |
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