Evidence is the fourth studio album by American Christian musician Josh Baldwin. The album was released on October 2, 2020, by Bethel Music.[1] The album was produced by Ed Cash, David Leonard, Brad King and Seth Talley.
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| Released | October 2, 2020 | |||
| Recorded | 2020 | |||
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| Length | 47:26 | |||
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The album was supported by the release of the title track, "Evidence," and "Into the Wild" as singles. "Evidence" peaked at No. 7 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. The album debuted at No. 41 on the Top Christian Albums Chart in the United States.
Background edit
In an interview with American Songwriter, Baldwin explained that the creative process of producing the album began with the release of the single "Stand in Your Love" in 2018, shifting his perspective on the implicit pressure to produce of making music that did not represent his North Carolinian roots.[2] Baldwin explained the process, saying:
It sounded like North Carolina, and I didn’t try to change any of that when we were producing and recording it. It opened my eyes to ‘oh, I should just be myself and let the music come out the way it naturally wants to, and not try to make it fit some kind of mold that I think is gonna work, or that I think is gonna draw people in to listen to it more.[2]
Release and promotion edit
Singles edit
On June 1, 2020, Bethel Music had announced via Daily Play MPE that "Evidence" would be Josh Baldwin's next single, with the song slated to impact Christian radio on July 3, 2020.[3] On June 12, 2020, Baldwin released a new single titled "Evidence" as the lead single from the album.[4] "Evidence" peaked at No. 7 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[5] Baldwin released the radio-adapted version of "Into the Wild" on May 7, 2021, as the second single from the album.[6]
Promotional singles edit
On September 16, 2020, Bethel Music announced that Evidence would be released on October 2, 2020, and the release of "Into the Wild" was as the next single would slated on September 18, 2020.[7] "Into the Wild" was subsequently released as the album's first promotional single.[8] On September 25, 2020, Baldwin released "New Creations" as the second promotional single from the album.[9]
Critical reception edit
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| 365 Days of Inspiring Media | 4.5/5[10] |
| Jesus Freak Hideout |   [11] |
| JubileeCast | 3.75/5[12] |
In a positive review from 365 Days of Inspiring Media, Joshua Andre lauded Baldwin, describing the album as "a thoroughly enjoyable project that just may become better and better with each listen."[10] Jesus Freak Hideout's Alex Caldwell stated in his review of the album: "Evidence may not be as wild as its title may suggest, but it's a great step forward for this up-and-coming songwriter and a good bit of evidence that worship music can be as varied and interesting as the geography that the writer comes from. Worship is both a deeply personal and corporate exercise all at the same time, and Evidence is a good case for both sides."[11] Timothy Yap of JubileeCast stated in his review of the album: "Like many singer-songwriters, it's quite a challenge to record an album's worth of A class material, so there are bound to be fillers. Nevertheless, there are still some outstanding entries worth checking out."[12]
Commercial performance edit
In the United States, Evidence debuted at number 41 on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart dated October 17, 2020.[13]
Track listing edit
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Into the Wild" |
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| 3:55 |
| 2. | "Evidence" |
| Ed Cash | 3:50 |
| 3. | "New Creations" |
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| 3:50 |
| 4. | "Beloved" |
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| 3:47 |
| 5. | "Your Voice" |
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| 5:10 |
| 6. | "Best Friends" (featuring Molly Skaggs) |
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| 4:31 |
| 7. | "My King Forever" |
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| 5:10 |
| 8. | "Mighty God" |
| Ed Cash | 4:21 |
| 9. | "My Hands Are Open" |
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| 4:03 |
| 10. | "No Limit" |
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| 3:52 |
| 11. | "Safe in Your Arms" (featuring Kalley) |
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| 4:39 |
| Total length: | 47:26 | |||
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 12. | "Into the Wild" (Music Video) | 4:05 |
| 13. | "Evidence" (Acoustic Studio Version; Music Video) | 4:29 |
| 14. | "Best Friends" (Acoustic Studio Version; Music Video) | 4:20 |
| 15. | "Your Voice" (Song Story, Acoustic Version; Music Video) | 4:08 |
| Total length: | 64:28 | |
- Songwriting credits adapted from PraiseCharts.[16]
Charts edit
| Chart (2020) | Peak position |
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| US Christian Albums (Billboard)[17] | 41 |
Release history edit
| Region | Date | Version | Format | Label | Ref. |
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| Various | October 2, 2020 | Standard |
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Bethel Music | [14] |
| Deluxe | [15] |
References edit
- ^ Clarks, Jessie (October 2, 2020). "Josh Baldwin Releases 'Evidence' Album". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ a b Schoonhoven, Tess (October 7, 2020). "Josh Baldwin Looks Back on God's Work Throughout the Years on 'Evidence'". American Songwriter. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Josh Baldwin - Evidence ((Radio Version)) - Daily Play MPE®Daily Play MPE®". Daily Play MPE®. Destiny Media Technologies Inc. June 1, 2020. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Bethel Music's Josh Baldwin Celebrates "Evidence" of God's Faithfulness : News : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. June 12, 2020. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Evidence Chart History | Billboard". Billboard. Hot Christian Songs. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. Retrieved May 8, 2021.
- ^ "Into the Wild (Radio Version) - Single by Josh Baldwin on Apple Music". Apple Music. May 7, 2021. Retrieved July 6, 2021.
- ^ Cluver, Ross (September 16, 2020). "Josh Baldwin's 'Evidence' Due Out Oct 2 – CCM Magazine". CCM Magazine. Salem Communications. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Longs, Herb (September 19, 2020). "Josh Baldwin Drops "Into The Wild" From Upcoming Album". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ Longs, Herb (September 29, 2020). "Josh Baldwin Drops "New Creations" From Upcoming Album". The Christian Beat. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ a b Andre, Jonathan (October 14, 2020). "Josh Baldwin – Evidence | 365 Days Of Inspiring Media". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- ^ a b Caldwell, Alex (October 14, 2020). "Jesusfreakhideout.com: Josh Baldwin, "Evidence" Review". Jesusfreakhideout.com. Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved January 16, 2021.
- ^ a b Yap, Timothy (September 28, 2020). "Josh Baldwin "Evidence" Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast". JubileeCast. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Top Christian Albums Chart | Billboard". Billboard. Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group. October 13, 2020. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ a b "Evidence by Josh Baldwin on Spotify". Spotify. October 2, 2020. Retrieved October 12, 2020.
- ^ a b "Evidence (Deluxe) by Josh Baldwin on Apple Music". Apple Music. United States. Apple Inc. October 2, 2020. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Josh Baldwin sheet music from the album Evidence | PraiseCharts". PraiseCharts. PraiseCharts Publishing, Inc. Retrieved October 15, 2020.
- ^ "Josh Baldwin Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved October 15, 2020.