
Allan Hall's release, House of A Thousand Dreams, is the one release of the three members of Selah that would most resemble a Selah project. Hall grew up with a background that included country and bluegrass, and that influence weighs heavily on this release. Produced by Hall and Jason Kyle, House of A Thousand Dreams is a soft, gentle, gorgeous album, the likes of which are rarely seen in the Christian music community. House is touched by Celtic, Appalachian, bluegrass, folk, and inspirational styles, all held together by the warmth and sincerity of Hall's vocals. House harkens back to a more simple musical time, and its lyrical themes share those roots, as the album is full of old-time favorites (Emmylou Harris, Nanci Griffith) and covers of hymns.
Even as this project shares some similarities to Selah (on the group's gentle songs), House of A Thousand Dreams really makes its own musical mark. The project should be embraced by those who enjoy music from the likes of Norah Jones, Nickel Creek, and Emmylou Harris. It is the best, most creative project from the three and, with even-handed production, gives the listener the most personal glimpse of who the artist really is.
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