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Sound of a Living Heart
Studio album by
JJ Heller
ReleasedAugust 21, 2015 (2015-08-21)
GenreContemporary Christian music, folk, indie pop
Length35:37
LabelStone Table, Sparrow, Capitol CMG
JJ Heller chronology
I Dream of You (album)
(2014) 		Sound of a Living Heart
(2015)

Sound of a Living Heart is the tenth studio album by JJ Heller. Stone Table Records alongside Sparrow Records released the album on August 21, 2015.

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
365 Days of Inspiring Media[1]
CCM Magazine[2]
The Christian Beat4.5/5[3]
Christian Music Review4.7/5[4]
Cross Rhythms[5]
Jesus Freak Hideout[6]
New Release Today[7]
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In a three-and-a-half star review for CCM Magazine Kevin Sparkman wrote "Heller continues her proven formula of innocent melodies, heart moving lyrics, and inviting musical moments."[2] Awarding the album four stars, Mark D. Geil from Jesus Freak Hideout states "Sound of a Living Heart is an encouraging sign of a continued upward trajectory."[6] Jay Heilman, reviewing the album for Christian Music Review, described being "highly impressed...Sound of A Living Heart was a pleasant surprise!"[4] Giving the album four and a half stars at New Release Today, Caitlin Lassiter wrote that "Sound Of A Living Heart proves to be a success for the Heller crew and is sure to be met with fan approval."[7] Kevin Davis, in a five star review by New Release Today, called the album "flawless...you'll hang on every word she emotionally sings."[8] In a 4.5 out of five review for The Christian Beat, Abby Baracskai wrote that "with this album, JJ Heller gives the world a work of art...Sound Of A Living Heart is full of unique musical creations paired with meaningful and faithful lyrics that help bring you closer to God."[3] Jonathan Andre, rating the album four and a half stars for 365 Days of Inspiring Media, states "this is an album not to be missed by anyone".[1] In a nine out of ten review at Cross Rhythms Andrew Wallace called it "an excellent album from an artist still trying to grow."[5]

Track listing

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Track listing
No.TitleLength
1."Let Down Your Guard"2:47
2."The Well"2:56
3."Fully Known"3:17
4."Meant to Be"2:56
5."Father-Daughter Dance" (featuring Matt Hammitt)3:53
6."This Year (Happy New Year)"3:10
7."Holy Ground"2:56
8."Daylight"3:27
9."Scarlet Thread"2:49
10."Silence"3:42
11."Sound of a Living Heart"3:44
Total length:35:37

Chart performance

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Chart (2015) Peak
position
US Christian Albums (Billboard)[9] 15
US Folk Albums (Billboard)[10] 16
US Independent Albums (Billboard)[11] 45

References

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  1. ^ a b Andre, Jonathan (September 12, 2015). "JJ Heller – Sound of a Living Heart". 365 Days of Inspiring Media. Retrieved September 15, 2015.
  2. ^ a b Sparkman, Kevin (September 1, 2015). "JJ Heller: Sound of a Living Heart". CCM Magazine: 36. Retrieved September 1, 2015.
  3. ^ a b Baracskai, Abby (August 6, 2015). "JJ Heller's "Sound Of A Living Heart" : A Unique Style & Completely Refreshing". The Christian Beat. Retrieved August 28, 2015.
  4. ^ a b Heilman, Jay (August 21, 2015). "JJ Heller 'Sound Of A Living Heart'". Christian Music Review. Retrieved August 21, 2015.
  5. ^ a b Wallace, Andrew (October 5, 2015). "Review: Sound of a Living Heart - JJ Heller". Cross Rhythms. Retrieved October 7, 2015.
  6. ^ a b Geil, Mark D. (August 18, 2015). "JJ Heller, "Sound of a Living Heart" Review". Retrieved August 21, 2015.
  7. ^ a b Lassiter, Caitlin (August 21, 2015). "Big Heart, Beautiful Sounds". New Release Today. Retrieved August 22, 2015.
  8. ^ a b Davis, Kevin (August 24, 2015). "Making Your Heart Sing". New Release Today. Retrieved August 25, 2015.
  9. ^ "JJ Heller Chart History (Christian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
  10. ^ "JJ Heller Chart History (Top Americana/Folk Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
  11. ^ "JJ Heller Chart History (Independent Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2015.
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