Bill Anderson Sings the Lord's Praises with His New 2-CD Gospel Album

By Timothy Yap Jan 18, 2016 05:41 PM EST

As a songwriter Bill Anderson has written for artists as diverse as Aretha Franklin, George Strait, Kitty Wells, James Brown, Steve Wariner and many others. He is also the only known songwriter in history to achieve an entry on the country music charts in each of the past seven consecutive decades, he has created an unprecedented story for himself in his career. Now, Bill Anderson has extended his reportoire by recording a new Gospel album, God is Good, Good is Great.

Known for his breathy voice and soft approach to singing which earned him the nickname "Whisperin' Bill Anderson, he is put his signature voice to 40 great hymns of the Church, favorite Southern Gospel songs, and a few of his own compositions. Vince Gill and Jan Howard can also be heard singing with the songwriting legend.

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TRACK LISTING:

Disk One:
Standing On The Promises
Angel Band
Where He Leads Me
Just As I Am
Light At The River
Take Up Thy Cross
Blessed Assurance
Less Of Me
Old Country Church
Just A Closer Walk With Thee
Precious Memories
Peace In The Valley
Swing Low Sweet Chariot - With Jan Howard
Nearer My God To Thee - With Jan Howard
He's Got The Whole World In His Hands - With Jan Howard And Vince Gill
Leaning On The Everlasting Arms
I'll Be Somewhere Listening
In The Garden
Using My Bible For A Roadmap
I Can Do Nothing Alone

Disk Two:
I Saw The Light
Softly & Tenderly
Will The Circle Be Unbroken
The Old Rugged Cross
Life's Railway To Heaven
Sweet Hour Of Prayer
Where Could I Go But To The Lord
Farther Along
I Love To Tell The Story
If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again
Amazing Grace
Love Lifted Me
Touch Of The Master's Hand
Friends
Ol' Doc Brown
Footprints In The Sand
Trouble In The Amen Corner
The Farmer & The Lord
Deck Of Cards
Mama Sang A Song

Bonus Track:
Still Believing In Christmas

Moreover, Anderson is slated to showcase his talent that's both behind-the-scenes and on-stage on Saturday, February 6 as he performs on the national television series, "The Dailey & Vincent Show" (RFD-TV).

Tune in to see Bill Anderson on "The Dailey & Vincent Show" on RFD-TV Saturday, February 6 at 9:30 p.m. ET.

He tours regularly performing dates at various venues and events throughout the country.

Upcoming Bill Anderson Tour Dates
Jan. 22 Opry at The Ryman - Nashville, Tenn.
Jan. 29 Opry at The Ryman - Nashville, Tenn.
Jan. 30 Opry at The Ryman - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 06 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 09 Florida State Fair - Tampa, Fla.
Feb. 12 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 13 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 19 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 20 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 23 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 26 The Grand Ole Opry - Nashville, Tenn.
Feb. 28 Orange Blossom Opry - Weirsdale, Fla.
July 09 American Music Theatre - Lancaster, Pa.
July 22 Palace Theatre - Crossville, Tenn.
July 23 Earle Theatre - Mount Airy, N.C.
August 20 Ohnward Fine Arts Center - Maquoketa, Iowa
Sept. 23 Country Tonight Theatre - Pigeon Forge, Tenn.

Anderson also hosts the national TV shows "Larry's Country Diner," "Country's Family Reunion," and participates in other various hosting gigs throughout the year.

For more information on Bill Anderson including details on his upcoming tour dates, please visit www.billanderson.com. Follow him on Twitter and Facebook!