Distinguished - Warriors/Worshippers

By Em Fergusson

When we think about gospel music, it warms our hearts to know God has sent so much talent to bless us.  Soulful artists Distinguished have joined the diverse group of gospel musicians, to present their worship and praise album, Warriors/Worshippers .With an air of serenity, each ballad resonates with the message of God’s greatness, His power to heal, forgive and forever bless.  With 11 tracks, Distinguished encourages listeners to boldly and selflessly praise and worship with their entire hearts.

Released on MPG Entertainment, Warriors/Worshippers is a result of an anointed effort put forth by former NFL players Gino Mingo and Marcus Price.  This is not the first time the two men have followed their hearts to bring the gospel to the world through music.  Gino, who also works as a senior associate pastor, released his debut solo album entitled The Unfolding.  The project featured renowned gospel artists such as Grammy award‑winning Israel Houghton and New Breed, recording artists Claude McKnight of Take 6 and Shake Anderson, former bass player for Earth, Wind and Fire.

The two retired NFL players have played professional football for the Jacksonville Jaguars, San Diego Chargers, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, New Orleans Saints, B.C. Lions, and Kansas City Chiefs.  This collaborative effort from Gino and Marcus is impressive.  Their desire to lift up the name of God is reflected on the album, which delivers a message of faith, hope and praise to a God that is all-sufficient.  Tracks such as My Everything, speak of the Almighty’s prevailing power in the earth.  The song speaks of the importance of believing God will always be there even when things go awry.

The album is filled with an array of uplifting, multi-tempo songs, such as the groovy, Warriors/Worshippers  and the contemporary, Say Something God Can Use.  The latter features strong vocals, following the message of God’s unending power.  The song urges listeners to exercise their faith by speaking and acting out the power of God.  Miracles are something God sends to those who can make it a part of their lives: Speak a miracle/Be acceptable/The words of [His] power/Speaks acceptable/Just say the words!