Steven Curtis Chapman brings his inspirational sound back home to his rural Kentucky origins on Deep Roots, the latest exclusive album release from Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®. The new 12-track CD will feature stand-out collaborations with bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs and some of Nashville’s finest players, as well as three generations of Chapman family members including: Chapman’s father, Herb Chapman Sr., brother, Herb Chapman Jr., son, Caleb Chapman, and daughter-in-law, Jillian Edwards Chapman. The uniquely personal album will be available for purchase in all Cracker Barrel locations, iTunes and Amazon.com beginning March 11, 2013.
“Our team at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is excited to announce we will be working with highly-regarded recording artist, Steven Curtis Chapman for the exclusive release of Deep Roots,” says Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Marketing Manager Julie Craig. “Chapman’s stand-out talent and devotion to making a positive impact make him a natural partner with Cracker Barrel, and the distinctive sound of his music makes for a wonderful collection of songs -- both known and new we think audiences will enjoy.
” Having achieved 47 No. 1 hits on Christian radio, five GRAMMY® awards, and an unprecedented 57 Dove Awards while aiding orphans internationally and in the U.S. through his own non-profit organization, Show Hope, it’s no secret Chapman is deeply devoted to his music and philanthropy. But on Deep Roots, he reveals his musical talent runs deep in his veins on songs “Life is Like a Mountain Railroad (Life’s Railway to Heaven),” featuring Herb Chapman Sr. and Herb Chapman, Jr., “Be Still and Know,” featuring Caleb Chapman, and the gospel classic, “How Great Thou Art,” featuring Jillian Edwards Chapman. The album includes a compilation of both fan-favorite hits and timeless hymns, all newly recorded.
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I have heard the previews of all of the songs and they sound awesome!! Do you know when it will be available for purchase in Canada on iTunes and Amazon? I tried switching the U.S. versions of both and it wouldn't let me make the purchase. Thanks!!
Mar 23, 2013 07:09 pmSuch an AWESOME album. I bought it this a.m. at iTunes. I've written reviews for iTunes and Amazon... truly, this is "comfort food for the soul" and it was just what I needed in the midst of a very hard season for me.
I love the fact that this will be available at Cracker Barrel and pray it will minister to many who might not otherwise come into contact with Steven's music.
The Duets are SUPERB, and the involvement of the three Chapman generations (Caleb, Herb Sr. and Herb Jr., Jillian) is special, and I love Ricky Skagg's role in the album too.
Truly outstanding. Thanks Steven and all who made this possible.
What a treat to have Joy out in November, and then Deep Roots now. It seems too good to be true to have so much new SCC music in such a short time period. I'm a happy girl!
Mar 11, 2013 01:59 pmI agree! Incredible album Chapman family! I have been wanting to hear an album like this from Steven for some time...and it couldn't have come out any better. Well Done. Truly an inspiration and a blessing.
Mar 11, 2013 11:27 pmYeah Steven, great news!! I am so excited and hope to get it as soon as possible. Great idea to having your family with you on this record. Greetings from Germany, Johnny Baer
Feb 20, 2013 02:24 am