#11: Russ Taff — The Way Home (1989)
Americana gospel at its finest—earthy acoustics, soulful grit, and a return‑to‑roots testimony from one of CCM’s greatest voices.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, The Way Home
Author: CCM Professor
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#12: Tonio K. — Romeo Unchained (1986)
New‑wave art rock with explosive wit—romance, redemption, and razor‑sharp commentary wrapped in high‑gloss ’80s production.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Romeo Unchained (1986) represents a defining moment
#13: Randy Stonehill — Welcome To Paradise (1976)
Foundational Jesus music—satire, sincerity, and unforgettable melodies in one of the era’s defining singer‑songwriter statements.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Welcome To Paradise (1976) represents a
#14: DC Talk — Jesus Freak (1995)
A genre-crushing revolution—grunge guitars, bold faith, and the album that dragged CCM into the alternative ’90s.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Jesus Freak (1995) represents a defining
#15: Charlie Peacock — Love Life (1991)
Contemplative pop craftsmanship—layered production, relational nuance, and spiritually charged songwriting from a CCM polymath.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Love Life (1991) represents a defining moment in
#16: Bob Dylan — Slow Train Coming (1979)
A legend’s conversion on tape—swampy grooves, fiery preaching, and one of rock’s most scrutinized spiritual pivots.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Slow Train Coming (1979) captures
#17: Michael Omartian — White Horse (1974)
Progressive pop-gospel—lush arrangements, studio ingenuity, and early CCM sophistication from a future legend.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, White Horse (1974) captures an artist at a
#18: Steve Taylor — Meltdown (1984)
Satirical new wave with a prophetic edge—razor-sharp lyrics, angular riffs, and fearless critique of church and culture.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Meltdown (1984) captures an artist at
#19: Sixpence None The Richer — Sixpence None The Richer (1997)
Dreamy pop with literary depth—hushed vocals, shimmering guitars, and faith-haunted songs that crossed over the dial.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Sixpence None
#20: Phil Keaggy — Crimson And Blue (1993)
Guitar virtuosity in service of worship—blues, rock, and devotional lyrics delivered with jaw-dropping musicianship.
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Appearing in The 100 Greatest Albums in Christian Music, Crimson And Blue (1993) captures an artist