Crosscut Collective announces the release of their debut full-length album, “The Way.” Over the past two months, they have released six of the featured songs as singles. The album features ten songs, each featuring a different artist; such as Corey Voss, Rachael Nemiroff, The stars are going out, Caitie Hurst and many others. Crosscut Collective founder Methven Forbes (known as Mev) and Austin Cannonwho was also the producer, co-wrote the songs alongside each artist.
Mev Forbes said, “I am excited about our debut album, ‘The Way.’ Born from our own personal journeys and inner work of our faith in Jesus, these songs are expressions of truth, meaning and the steps we each take in our walk with Christ.
Crosscut Collective is not a traditional approach to contemporary Christian music; it is not a specific group, nor part of a single local church that has developed a reputation for producing music. Rather, it is comprised of individuals who serve in different local churches around the world and have come together to collaborate around musical expressions of their faith. It is a beautiful representation of the Kingdom of God, an intricate tapestry of God’s people that is not limited by borders or boundaries.
What defines Crosscut Collective is not so much a music ministry as it is the gathering of people whose lives have been transformed by the power of the Cross and whose lives are dedicated to discipleship, following in the footsteps of Jesus. Crosscut Collective is an eclectic group of believers who are unashamed of the Gospel and have found expression of their faith through the gift of music. Yet the focus is not on the gift, nor on the user of the gift, but on the Giver of the greatest gift ever given to this world.
Co-writer and producer, Austin Cannon, said: “Working alongside Crosscut Collective over the past year has been an absolute pleasure. I have had the incredible opportunity to work with so many talented and anointed artists who are passionate about using their gifts to advance the Kingdom. When Mev first brought up the idea, I was skeptical to be honest. While I loved the idea of a project based solely on the traits of artists who are all diverse in their own sound and craft, I wasn’t sure how cohesive the record would be. And now, after all is said and done, I couldn’t be more confident that each song fits together perfectly like pieces of a puzzle. I hope this record inspires listeners and perhaps introduces them to a new sound or message they wouldn’t have heard otherwise.”
“Working on the Crosscut Collective album has been an honor. I feel so lucky to share this space with so many incredible artists,” said co-writer and featured artist, Lloyd Nicks. “I believe this project is an example of what we hope this world can be. A world where we can set our agendas and spread hope.”
“It has been an enriching experience working with other artists from around the world,” said Mev Forbes. “Learning from others and seeing the inner life of Jesus expressed outwardly through words and music is always a blessing. Our singers, writers and music makers have all put Jesus first and aspired to honor God in their contribution to that. When the world is full of examples of selfish gain and reflected fame, the Church stands out when we represent a selfless disadvantage by honoring Christ and serving one another in all that we do.”
Crosscut Collective hopes that these songs, these testimonies, will inspire, encourage and add value to people’s lives. When the song ends, it is their prayer that what continues is not the advancement of the writer or the singer, but rather the elevation of Jesus and the advancement of His Gospel – His Kingdom here on earth.
More information can be found at Crosscut Collective website. You can stream or download their new album on all major music platforms. here.
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Author: Herb Longs
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