
Brandon Lake's King of Hearts is a bold swing from a worship leader who's become a genre-defining force in Christian Contemporary Music (CCM). Dropping amidst the buzz of his Grand Ole Opry debut with Jelly Roll and the strength of fiery single "Hard Fought Hallelujah," this 16-track behemoth showcases Lake's chameleon-like ability to wear multiple hats. There's a high-octane praise leader, intimate worshipper, and charismatic entertainer. All told, it's his most musically ambitious project yet, weaving heartland rock, country twang, R&B grooves, and pop anthems into a vibrant tapestry of worship. But while the album's eclectic style is its greatest strength, its sprawling runtime becomes its Achilles' heel, diluting a stellar 10-song core with a back half that drags under its weight...
