One More Step is the second studio album by American contemporary Christian music recording artist Lindsay McCaul. The album was released via Centricity Music on August 19, 2014.

One More Step
Studio album by
ReleasedAugust 19, 2014 (2014-08-19)
GenreContemporary Christian
Length41:06
LabelCentricity
ProducerBrent Milligan
Jeff Pardo
Lindsay McCaul chronology
If It Leads Me Back
(2012)
One More Step
(2014)

Contents

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Production was helmed by Brent Milligan and Jeff Pardo.[1]

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
365 Days of Inspiring Media     [2]
CCM Magazine     [3]
Christian Music Review     [4]
Cross Rhythms          [5]
Jesus Freak Hideout     [6]
Louder Than the Music     [1]
New Release Tuesday     [7]
The Phantom Tollbooth4/5[8]
The Sound Opinion     [9]
Worship Leader     [10]

On behalf of Jesus Freak Hideout, Jen Rose Yokel depicts that "It doesn't beg to stand out, become a hit record, or try to reinvent her art, but it does mark a progression in the right direction and offers an encouraging collection of honest songs for those willing to spend time listening."[6] Writing for Cross Rhythms, A T Bradford proposes that "Her well crafted lyrics, expressive voice and ability to communicate without too many of the standard evangelical clichés make Lindsay McCaul one of the most promising artists on today's CCM scene."[5] Grace S. Aspinwall advises for CCM Magazine that "McCaul shows tremendous growth in both her songwriting and her vocal control on this, her latest effort... Though some clichés remain... she is one to reckon with as she continues her upward trajectory."[3] On behalf of New Release Tuesday, Kevin Davis exclaims that "This is a great new collection of heartfelt and inspirational songs about the journey of life we are all on as pilgrims, keeping our eyes on the prize of eternal life in Jesus Christ."[7]

Writing of Christian Music Review, Laura Chambers describes that "Lindsay McCaul has bravely come out of her struggles with a fresh faith, renewed hope, and these songs which encourage us towards the same perspective... Pairing life lessons with the tender, triumphant, and whimsical tones of these songs, it’s the perfect combination to whisper the truth past your ears into your heart."[4] Lindsay Williams reveals for The Sound Opinion that "The songs on One More Step should be savored, cherished and fully soaked in."[9] On behalf of Louder Than the Music, Jono Davies explains that "It takes a top quality songwriter to do that and still make the songs sound catchy... Lindsay does that perfectly on this wonderful album."[1] Writing for 365 Days of Inspiring Media, Jonathan Andre compliments that "Well done Lindsay for such a powerful, prolific and enjoyable album!"[2] Michael Dalton from The Phantom Tollbooth says "is a brilliant combination of authentic faith and sophisticated pop."[8]

Track listing

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No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Empty Handed"Lindsay McCaul, Jonathan Smith, Casey Brown3:53
2."A Little"McCaul, Jeff Pardo3:04
3."Jesus Be"McCaul, Pardo3:23
4."One More Step"McCaul, Pardo4:05
5."With the Brokenhearted" (featuring Brandon Heath)McCaul, Jason Reeves4:34
6."Reaching Arms"McCaul, Pardo, Audrey Assad3:36
7."The in Between"McCaul, Josh Wilson3:17
8."Mess Like Me"McCaul, Pardo3:37
9."Rule the World"McCaul, Ben Glover3:30
10."Love Won't Give Up"McCaul, Pardo4:06
11."More Certain Than the Stars"McCaul, Brown, Sam Tinnesz4:01
Total length:41:06

Chart performance

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Chart (2014) Peak
position
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[11] 41
US Heatseekers Albums (Billboard)[12] 35

References

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  1. ^ a b c Davies, Jono (July 7, 2014). "Lindsay McCaul - One More Step". Louder Than the Music. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  2. ^ a b Andre, Jonathan (August 5, 2014). "Lindsay McCaul – One More Step". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  3. ^ a b Aspinwall, Grace S. (September 1, 2014). "Lindsay McCaul: One More Step". CCM Magazine. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  4. ^ a b Chambers, Laura (August 15, 2014). "Lindsay McCaul 'One More Step'". Christian Music Review. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  5. ^ a b Bradford, A T (August 10, 2014). "Review: One More Step – Lindsay McCaul". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  6. ^ a b Yokel, Jen Rose (August 18, 2014). "Lindsay McCaul, "One More Step" Review". Jesus Freak Hideout. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  7. ^ a b Davis, Kevin (August 11, 2014). "Inspirational Album of the Year". New Release Tuesday. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  8. ^ a b Dalton, Michael. "McCaul, Lindsay - One More Step". The Phantom Tollbooth. Retrieved February 19, 2015.
  9. ^ a b Williams, Lindsay (August 27, 2014). "REVIEW: Lindsay McCaul, One More Step". The Sound Opinion. Retrieved September 25, 2014.
  10. ^ Gilles, Bobby. "Lindsey McCaul: One More Step". Worship Leader (November/December 2014): 81–2. Retrieved August 13, 2015.
  11. ^ "Lindsay McCaul Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard.
  12. ^ "Lindsay McCaul Chart History (Heatseekers Albums)". Billboard.
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