The Union of Sinners & Saints - The Union of Sinners and Saints (2016) [Hi-Res]

The Union of Sinners & Saints features members of Petra, and Whiteheart, two of the best-selling Christian rock bands of all time. Though a new band, The Union of Sinners and Saints combines members from two of the best-selling Christian rock bands in history. Petra and Whiteheart collectively have sold more than 12 million records, charted 25 No. 1 songs and garnered numerous Grammy and Dove Awards. In addition to the musical histories, the band also merges the friendship between Schlitt and Smiley.

'John and I got together last Fall and started writing some songs and discussed both of our histories and journeys,” Smiley said. “After seeing the chemistry and friendship that developed, we were excited with the new material we were creating, and started brainstorming about taking this out on the road this year.”

“It only made sense to feature Petra and Whiteheart favorites along with some of the new songs we were writing in the studio.” said Schlitt. “We realized we had a lot of new ideas swirling around in our heads that we wanted to share, both musically and lyrically, songs that were on our hearts and minds. And yet we also wanted to celebrate with all of our friends and fans some of the memorable songs, moments, and performances that they have been a part of over the years.

“The album and live events,” Schlitt said, “will incorporate the kind of artistry and ministry that will remind (fans) of the early years of Christian Rock, but also usher in a new energy and excitement.”

„Whether it's a blazing cover of the classic hymn 'Christ the Lord is Risen Today' (in the tradition of the Petra Praise series) or a stable of entirely new originals, the guys aren't shy about their faith or witnessing to the world at large. And even with more than a dozen million album sales behind them, Schlitt, Smiley and the band sound as musically hungry as ever with a straight ahead melodic rock collection that ranks right up there with either co-leader's best work.' (Andy Argyrakis, CCM Magazine)

John Schlitt, lead vocals
Billy Smiley, guitar, keyboards, vocals
Jason Fowler, guitar, vocals
Jonathan Crone, vocals, guitar, keyboards
Anthony Sallee, bass
Jon Knox, drums

Tracklist:
01. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Rise Up (4:41)
02. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Brother to Brother (4:16)
03. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Now not Never (3:51)
04. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Independence Day (4:31)
05. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Lone Soldier (5:10)
06. The Union of Sinners and Saints - The Things we Do (3:48)
07. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Old Guys Rule (3:14)
08. The Union of Sinners and Saints - The Call (4:18)
09. The Union of Sinners and Saints - My Offering (4:25)
10. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Beyond Belief (4:25)
11. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Bittersweet (4:16)
12. The Union of Sinners and Saints - Christ the Lord is Risen Today (3:02)