“God Be With You” by Greg Hansen & Michael Dowdle is a new sound for these two artists, but it works. There are actually several styles of music and instruments used in the arrangements on this album.

Some of the songs might not be what you would expect from Michael Dowdle who has done several guitar hymn albums, but the arrangements still seem to be simple, which seems to follow his style. The songs with vocals come from different vocalists and allows for variety, but depending on the style of singing you prefer, you may find some songs to be more pleasant than others.

“Be Still, My Soul” and “I Know That My Redeemer Lives” are among my favorites in this album. The hymns here are so wonderfully presented in a respectful and tranquil manner. Greg Hansen & Michael Dowdle do invite “God Be With You” with the hymns presented in this album. If you are an acoustic guitar or strings enthusiast, you will definitely enjoy the style of some of these songs; or if you are looking for different hymn arrangements, you will find them here.

D. J. Schneck ,
Akron Ohio, Recording Musician