1 of His Own is the latest project by the Booth Brothers. This trio consists of Ronnie Booth and his sons Ron and Michael. Some may remember Ronnie from the days he sang tenor with the famous Rebels Quartet.
"New Shoes" is the first song on the recording and was written by Mosie Lister. I think it should be the first release for radio play from this project. It has a swing rhythm, and Ron handles the lead vocals. "New Shoes" describes putting on the whole armor of God and emphasizes the spread of the Gospel.
Other tunes from 1 Of His Own include "Up There, Somewhere," a slow, etheral sounding song that is remiscent of Aaron Neville's and Linda Ronstadt's popular "Somewhere Out There". "Scars" is another slow song with tight harmony and the message of spiritual healing. An old standard, "What A Happy Day" is given an upbeat rollicking treatment with a driving bass line. "The Love That Lifts Me" is a medium tempo number with encouraging, uplifting lyrics. The Booth's rendition of "Lord I Need Your Touch" is basically the same as the version previously recorded by the Bishop's (and probably uses the same music tracks). Praise and worship songs include "O Lord How Wonderful You Are" and "O For A Thousand Tongues;" both exhibit tight harmonies. "At The Cross" is an acapella cut that includes Melissa Booth Sims, Ronnie's daughter. The family harmony is evident on this old church standard.
The Booth Brothers have that tight harmony and blend that is often a trademark of family groups. If one combined the sounds of Greater Vision, the Bishops, and the original Rangers Trio, this would describe the sound of the Booths. The only drawback is the dynamics of their stage presence cannot be totally captured on an audio project.