For our final review in the Hemphill’s discography, check out this gem of new recordings of their classic tunes.
James Hales
James is a lifelong fan of Southern Gospel Music. Being exposed to the music through his dad's record collection as a 7 or 8 year old boy in the late 70's, James grew to love the music of the Happy Goodmans, Kingsmen, Inspirations, Rambos, Florida Boys and others. James has been a staff writer for Absolutely Gospel since 2000 writing music reviews and various articles, and he has contributed to Musicscribe and SGHistory.com for several years as well. James also writes for his own music page on Facebook as well, via James' Music Page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063484056683).
The Hemphills – “Celebration” (1989)
With its glossy magazine looking cover, the Hemphills released one of their greatest albums ever with this 1989 release, “Celebration”. Read all about it…
The Hemphills – “Revival” (1987)
One of the most popular albums in the Hemphills’ discography is this 1987 release, “Revival”. After 14 years with the Benson Company, this would be their last album before signing with Homeland Records.
The Hemphills – “I Can Smile” (1986)
Much like the album cover, things were bright and cheery for the Hemphills! With “I Can Smile”, they were back with the Benson Company under newly acquired, RiverSong label, and there were lots to smile about with this album!
The Hemphills – “Excited!” (1985)
One of the coolest covers is this 1985 album by the Hemphills. Read all about it…
The Hemphills – “Together” (1984)
One of the greatest albums in the Hemphills’ discography is this gem, “Together”, which featured a #1 song, 2 other top 10 tunes and several concert classics. Check it out…
The Hemphills – “Louisiana Live” (1983)
One of the best live albums from the 80’s is this gem from the Hemphills. Check out what James has to say about it!
The Hemphills – “Good Things” (1981)
The Hemphills’ 1981 album was chock full of “Good Things”…all you have to do is listen and believe!
The Hemphills – “Workin'” (1980)
“He’s Still Working on Me” was arguably the biggest song in the Hemphills repertoire. Spending multiple months at #1, the song remained on the GMA radar for 4 solid years! Read all about this monumental album and the great songs it contains!