This month we take a look at the brand new release from the Legendary Pilgrim Jubilees. With over 54 years of music ministry behind them, it seems that the Jubes just keep getting better and better. Their newest recording is titled “Jesus Got Me Off.” Known for their hard driving style of quartet singing, the Jubes maintain their tradition for continually releasing great gospel music. This new CD is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

The CD is produced by Darrell Luster of The Sensational Nightingales. Therefore, as expected, this project is nothing but pure traditional gospel quartet music. The project includes 10 songs with brothers Clay & Cleve Graham taking the lead vocals on most of the songs. And, of course the incomparable Bobby McDougle unique string-instrumentation is prominent on each song. As with most recordings by the Jubes, there is something on this project for everyone.

The songs on this CD are "Jesus Got Me Off,” “She's All I've Got,” “I'm Enjoying My Blessings,” “I Can Praise Him Now,” “Amazing Grace,” “I'm Gonna Take My Rest,” “Jesus Gave Me A Light,” “Satan You Can't Tempt Me,” “In This Place,” and “I Made It Over.”  It is difficult to select one or two songs from this project. This project features many stand out selections that are sure to be radio and fan favorites.

We must draw your attention to “Amazing Grace.”  The Jubes’ version is over seven (7) minutes in length.  Clay’s storytelling is interwoven with some of the smoothest lead singing ever by the Jubes.  In addition, each of the guys share lead duties.  And, the background harmony is superb.  This song will have you taking out your handkerchief.

By the way, the title track, "Jesus Got Me Off," was written by Jerry Mannery, James V. Steel and Darrell Luster.  Ben Chandler wrote "Jesus Gave Me A light."  Major Roberson wrote "She’s All I’ve Got" and "Satan You Can't Tempt Me."  Darrell Luster wrote "I Can Praise Him Now."  Clay Graham wrote "I Made It Over," "In This Place," and the arrangement to "Amazing Grace."  Clay and Darrell Luster wrote "I’m Gonna Take My Rest."  Cleve and Darrell Luster wrote "I’m Enjoying My Blessings."  As you can see, the Jubes were an integral part of every aspect of this project coming together.

The liner notes aptly reflects that the “Pilgrim Jubilees have come full circle with this, their best CD by far. As you listen to songs of praise, hope, and God’s Grace, the message are clear and simple. The soul stirring, heart-thumping anointed of this legendary group continues to shine as a Beacon Light, and The Jubes have remained steadfast in the race set before them.” We would agree. This is one of the Jubes’ best projects.
 

 On the whole this release from The Pilgrim Jubilees is a good project.  You will definitely want to add this one to your collection.  We give The Pilgrim Jubilees' Jesus Got Me Off a 9 out of 10.  To purchase this CD click on Jesus Got Me Off.  Click on the title to hear “Jesus Gave Me A Light."