Page 55 - ION Indie Magazine SeptOct 2019 Issue

Admittedly, I am biased with this project,
having been involved in its development from the beginning.
However, what I have to say is just how I feel and believe to
be a fair and accurate review.

Freddie Hart, known to millions all over the world as "Mr.
Easy Lovin'," has left us with a final testament of his faith and
music with this final album, aptly titled "God Bless You,”
recorded in 2018 just after Freddie turned 91-years-old. His
voice, though wavering at times, was full of richness and
sincerity as he sang Gospel songs that he had written in just
the last few years. As the project came together, it was
evident to all of us that the songs themselves were the
centerpiece and needed to be heard. Indeed, from the
aspect of Gospel music, this is the best material ever to come
from Freddie's pen.

The album begins with "See You On Sunday,” a carefully worded song with a catchy sing-along melody that takes

I dare you not to sing along on this one!
the listener back to the days when families went to church every Sunday to worship with their fellow members.

On the title track, "God Bless You,” Freddie encourages us to be kinder to each other, perhaps a reminder of the
foundations of our values as good people: "Goodness that you've done today may help someone find the way.”
I think our world needs to hear this message now more than ever.

"Keep My Commandments" stands as another uplifting message and a reminder to follow God's word with the
promise of a glorious afterlife.

"I've Got Jesus" has taken on a whole new meaning with Freddie now gone. He is mourned and will be forever
missed by his earthly friends, but somehow, listening to him sing this song, I know where he is. Likewise, with
the song "I've Got Jesus,” there is no doubt.

"Til Then" is another toe-tapping and memorable song with sort of a “call and response” feel to it. I have a young
daughter that loves this song and can sing all the words right along with Freddie. I believe this song is one of the
standouts on this album because of that. Freddie touched a young person's heart -- and that is a shining example
of the strong message in the song!

In Freddie's later years, he mainly focused on writing and performing Gospel music. Also, in his life, his faith was
unwavering as evidenced in songs like "You Never Let Go Of Me,” and "Sweet Jesus,” both demonstrating his
strong belief in Jesus Christ.

"Just For The Love Of It" is clever both in the title and the lyrics: "Just for the love of it, let's follow Jesus" is very
thought-provoking within its simplicity.

"Servant For The Lord" is perhaps my favorite on this album. I find myself singing it around the house and always
have to listen to it more than once. I would call this a revival song as it builds excitement as it progresses, both
with the music and the voices. By the end, there is clapping and singing from the background singers that add a
spectacular crescendo.