We’re getting closer to the final release of our first Psalm written by our amazing multi-instrumentalist Mike Follent.
Psalm 89 is a long, aching wrestle between God’s unshakeable faithfulness and the pain of a world that feels like it’s falling apart. It begins with a soaring declaration that God’s love and covenant with David are eternal, rooted in His cosmic power and righteousness, yet it pivots into a raw lament as the psalmist looks around and sees everything seemingly contradicted — the kingdom weakened, promises delayed, hope bruised. This will be part 1 of Psalm 89 and this part will end at verse 14.
At this stage, Spike has done most of the heavy lifting in recording final audio tracks for the song, but in the review, Matt and Spike look at the various options. Spike will often record 2 or 3 options for various instruments so that we can determine which of these options best serves the text of the Psalm.
Anna is on the lead vocal for this track and you’ll hear some really beautiful nylon string guitar segments played by none but Mike himself.
Mike Follent plays Acoustic Guitar, Nylon String, Resonator (pictured), Mandolin, Piano and pretty much anything else we ask of him.
