Peace, Vol. II is the fourth studio album by California-based worship collective Bethel Music. It was released on November 12, 2021, through its own imprint label, Bethel Music.[1] The featured worship leaders on the album are Jenn Johnson, Jonathan David & Melissa Helser, Brandon Lake, Brian Johnson, Bethany Wohrle, and Dante Bowe, with guest appearances by Lauren Daigle, We the Kingdom, Pat Barrett, Phil Wickham, and Edward Rivera. Ed Cash collaborated with and Steven Taylor in the production of the album.
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| Released | November 12, 2021 | |||
| Recorded | 2021 | |||
| Genre | Contemporary worship music | |||
| Length | 70:04 | |||
| Label | Bethel Music | |||
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Peace, Vol. II debuted at number 32 on Billboard's Top Christian Albums Chart in the United States.
Background
editOn November 3, 2021, Bethel Music announced that they will be releasing Peace, Vol. II will be released on November 12, 2021.[2] Peace, Vol. II is a follow-up to the critically acclaimed album Peace (2020), a collection of re-imagined versions of ten renowned worship songs and two original songs.[3]
Recording, production
editSimilar in production style to its predecessor, Peace, Vol. II was recorded using bi-lateral audio, with frequencies scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety.[4] Ed Cash, commented on the outcome of the album,[5] saying:
I'm so thankful for the ocean, the birds of the air, the mountain breeze, a gentle rain and how God brings healing to us through His wonderful creation. Peace, Vol, II was a joy to work on—combining God’s healing sounds with calming versions of deep songs inspired by the Word of God has been one of my favorite projects to work on. The science behind using bilateral panning to help bring healing to all kinds of trauma is fascinating. We pray God will bring the healing you need as you listen!
Reception
editCritical response
edit| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| 365 Days of Inspiring Media | 4.5/5[6] |
| JubileeCast |  [7] |
Joshua Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review gave a positive review of the album, noting that Peace, Vol. II "follows in the trend of Peace," then concluding "A brilliant album, and a project I will listen to again and again and again."[6] JubileeCast's Timothy Yap wrote a favourable review of the album, declaring that "Overall, this is a solid album of 12 tracks (many of them are already familiar) re-imagined bringing calmness to our troubled souls. To this end, they succeed with flying colors."[7]
Accolades
edit| Publication | Accolade | Rank | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| JubileeCast | Best Christian Albums of 2021 | 4 |
Commercial performance
editIn the United States, Peace, Vol. II launched at number 32 on the Top Christian Albums Chart dated November 27, 2021.[9]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "You're Gonna Be OK" (with Jenn Johnson) |
| 4:22 |
| 2. | "You Came (Lazarus)" (with Jonathan David Helser & Melissa Helser) |
| 6:01 |
| 3. | "Rescue" (featuring Lauren Daigle) |
| 5:17 |
| 4. | "Graves into Gardens" (with Brandon Lake) |
| 7:34 |
| 5. | "The Light in You" (with We The Kingdom) |
| 4:23 |
| 6. | "Battle Belongs" (with Brian Johnson and Jenn Johnson) |
| 6:13 |
| 7. | "Build My Life" (with Pat Barrett) |
| 5:18 |
| 8. | "Another in the Fire" (with Bethany Wohrle) |
| 5:47 |
| 9. | "Way Maker" (with Dante Bowe) | Osinachi Kalu Okoro Egbu | 6:01 |
| 10. | "Living Hope" (featuring Phil Wickham) |
| 6:20 |
| 11. | "It Is Well" (featuring Edward Rivera) | Kristene DiMarco | 6:26 |
| 12. | "Arrows (I Will Be With You)" (with We The Kingdom) | E. Cash | 6:23 |
| Total length: | 70:04 | ||
Charts
edit| Chart (2021) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Christian Albums (Billboard)[11] | 32 |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | November 12, 2021 | Bethel Music | [10] |
References
edit- ^ "Bethel Music Releases New Album 'Peace Vol. II' | CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine. Salem Communications. November 12, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ Bethel Music (November 3, 2021). "Bethel Music on Instagram: "11.12.21 " May the God of hope fill you with all joy and PEACE in believing. . . " Romans 15:13a ESV #bethelmusic"". Instagram. Archived from the original on December 24, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ Clarks, Jessie (November 12, 2021). "Bethel Music Releases 'Peace, Vol. II' With Special Guests - TCB". The Christian Beat. Archived from the original on November 12, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ "Bethel Music Releases 'Peace, Vol. II', Featuring Phil Wickham, Lauren Daigle, and We The Kingdom | 94.9 KLTY - Dallas, TX". 94.9 KLTY. November 12, 2021. Archived from the original on November 27, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ "Louder Than The Music - Bethel Music Releases 'Peace, Vol. II'". Louder Than The Music. November 13, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ a b Andre, Joshua (November 14, 2021). "Bethel Music – Peace Vol. II | 365 Days of Inspiring Media". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Archived from the original on November 15, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ a b Yap, Timothy (November 12, 2021). "Bethel Music "Peace, Vol. II" Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Archived from the original on November 15, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ Yap, Timothy (December 31, 2021). "Best Christian Albums of 2021 : Exclusives : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved January 2, 2021.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums – Billboard". Billboard. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. November 23, 2021. Archived from the original on November 24, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ a b "Peace, Vol. II by Bethel Music on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. November 12, 2021. Archived from the original on November 27, 2021. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
- ^ "Bethel Music Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved November 27, 2021.
External links
edit- Lyrics and sheet music for the album on PraiseCharts