Stephen Yeske is a singer/songwriter hailing from Oklahoma City. He hopes that his music will be used by God to encourage the church and bring outsiders into the fold. His full-length debut album is Unto the Lamb, a 10-track worship offering. Musically, the album is mostly contemplative in nature, being driven by acoustic guitars. Occasionally, a more rock worship element comes out. The standout out track is "Sacrifice," with its prominent bass line and tropical feel. It is also the least worshipful, serving more as a call to sacrifice everything for Jesus. Yeske's voice, meanwhile, sounds at times like a softer Kevin Max, while at other times reminded me of British worship artist Ian Yates. Lyrically, most of the tracks draw from the Psalms for their inspiration and language. A couple ("Exceeding Power" and "Changed Forever") borrow language from Paul's letters. Overall, this set is serviceable worship music that could use some trimming, though I never found myself bored of the album the way most modern attempts at worship make me feel. Its production quality is its biggest enemy, however. Unto the Lamb has a grungy, garage band feel to it that harkens back to mid-2000s indie rock. That may appeal to some with a sense of nostalgia. For all these things, Stephen Yeske's debut does show potential. Perhaps with better production, Yeske's next batch of tunes can shine brighter.

- Review date: 9/8/25, written by John Underdown of Jesusfreakhideout.com

 

 Record Label: None
 Album length: 10 tracks: 48 minutes, 2 seconds
 Street Date: June 6, 2025
 Buy It: Amazon Music

Glorious (4:36) Fountain of Life (4:47) Strong and Courageous (5:04) Sacrifice (4:23) Keys of Heaven (4:26) Unto the Lamb (4:39) Exceeding Power (4:24) Forever Faithful (4:23) Priceless (4:51) Changed Forever (6:32)