Leeland – ‘Invisible’ album review

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Leeland’s first new album in five years represents a slight departure from their previously acclaimed worshipful releases. For the first time, front man Leeland Mooring has invited others into the songwriting process on Invisible, including familiar worship leaders like Darlene Zschech and Steffany Gretzinger. What remains entrenched from previous offerings, is Leeland’s rare melodic touch and emotional delivery. Songs like “King of My Heart” and “The Lion and the Lamb” (co-written with Brian Johnson) are Christ-centered anthems awash in synth waters. “Dead of Night” sounds a bit Owl City-esque with its starry synth sky. After an album built upon laptops and layers, acoustic closer “For Your Glory” grounds the album with a beautiful, intimate refrain. Taken as a whole, Leeland’s latest proves itself well worth the wait.