God Is Good! Explained

God Is Good!
Type:live
Artist:Cody Carnes
Cover:God Is Good! - Cody Carnes.jpg
Alt:The album cover is a billboard with the text "God Is Good!" capitalized in a black sans serif font against a yellow backdrop. The background of the billboard is a clear blue sky.
Recorded:July 7–8, 2022
Venue:The Belonging Co, Nashville, Tennessee, US
Genre:Contemporary worship music
Length:76:15
Label:
Producer:
  • Hank Bentley
  • Austin Davis
  • Jeff Pardo
  • Aaron Robertson
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Prev Year:2020

God Is Good! is the first live album by American Christian musician Cody Carnes. It was released on September 30, 2022, via Sparrow Records and Capitol Christian Music Group.[1] The album features guest appearances by Kari Jobe, Natalie Grant, and Benjamin William Hastings.[2] The album was produced by Austin Davis, Aaron Robertson

God Is Good! was supported by the release of "Good (Can't Be Anything Else)" and "Ain't Nobody" as singles. "Good (Can't Be Anything Else)" peaked at No. 39 on the US Christian Airplay chart. "Ain't Nobody" peaked at No. 5 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart. "Forever & Amen" was released as a promotional single from the album. The album is also being promoted with the God Is Good! Tour, spanning eight cities across the United States in 2023.

The album debuted at No. 45 on Billboards Top Christian Albums chart in the United States. At the 2023 GMA Dove Awards, God Is Good! was nominated for Worship Album of the Year and Long Form Video of the Year awards.[3]

Background

In June 2022, Cody Carnes announced that he will be recording his first live album on July 7–8 at The Belonging Co in Nashville, Tennessee.[4] On September 2, 2022, Carnes announced that he will be releasing his first live album, God Is Good!, on September 30, 2022.[5]

Release and promotion

Singles

Carnes released "Good (Can't Be Anything Else)" accompanied with its live music video on August 19, 2022, as the lead single from the album.[6] "Good (Can't Be Anything Else)" peaked at No. 42 on the US Christian Airplay chart.[7]

On September 30, 2022, "Ain't Nobody" impacted Christian radio in the United States as the second single from the album.[8] "Ain't Nobody" peaked at No. 5 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart.[9]

Promotional singles

Cody Carnes released "Ain't Nobody" as the first promotional single from the album on September 2, 2022, accompanied with its music video.[10]

Carnes released "Forever & Amen" with Kari Jobe as the second promotional single from the album, accompanied with its music video.[11]

Critical reception

Timothy Yap, reviewing for JubileeCast, concluded in his review of the album: "In terms of recording techniques, budget, co-writers, and duet partners, Carnes has everything going for him. He just needs to work on his songs --- they need more hooks." Reviewing for Worship Leader, Christopher Watson said "All the tracts are solid. But some are truly special, bold, and full of energy that fuels the soul," concluding with the recommendation that "It would be great to see what Cody would do with more creative instrumentation, beyond the standard worship team rhythm section and vocal cast."[12]

Awards and nominations

Awards
YearOrganizationAwardResultRef
2023GMA Dove AwardsWorship Album of the Year
Long Form Video of the Year

Touring

On October 10, 2022, Cody Carnes announced his first headlining tour, dubbed the God Is Good! Tour, joined by Benjamin William Hastings as a special guest and set to visit eight cities across the United States in 2023.[13] The tour will commence at Desperation Church, Cullman, Alabama on February 8, 2023, concluding at The King's University in Dallas, Texas, on February 19, 2023.[14]

Commercial performance

In the United States, God Is Good! debuted at No. 45 on the Top Christian Albums chart in the United States dated October 15, 2022.[15]

Track listing

All tracks were produced by Aaron Robertson and Austin Davis except where stated.[16]

Personnel

Credits adapted from AllMusic.[17]

Charts

Year-end charts

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Cody Carnes Drops First Live Album 'God is Good!' - TCB . Clarks . Jessie . September 30, 2022 . The Christian Beat . November 13, 2022.
  2. Web site: Ahead of Grand Ole Opry debut, Cody Carnes releases 'God Is Good!' . September 30, 2022 . Nigara Falls Publications . November 13, 2022.
  3. Web site: Gospel Music Association Announces Nominees For The 54th Annual GMA Dove Awards - TCB . Clarks . Jessie . August 9, 2023 . The Christian Beat . September 11, 2023.
  4. Web site: Join Cody Carnes for His First Live Album Recording : News : JubileeCast . Yap . Timothy . June 23, 2022 . JubileeCast . November 13, 2022.
  5. Web site: Cody Carnes to Release 1st Live Album 'God is Good!' Sep 30 CCM Magazine . Cluver . Ross . September 2, 2022 . . November 13, 2022.
  6. Web site: Cody Carnes releases live recorded song 'Good (Can't Be Anything Else)' . August 19, 2022 . Niagara Frontier Publications . November 13, 2022.
  7. Web site: Christian Airplay - Billboard . January 25, 2023 . . January 27, 2023.
  8. Web site: Future Releases for Christian Radio Stations Free New Songs from Music Artists . AllAccess.com . November 13, 2022 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20220929124709/https://www.allaccess.com/christian/future-releases . September 29, 2022.
  9. Hot Christian Songs - Billboard . May 16, 2023 . . May 16, 2023.
  10. Web site: Cody Carnes Debuts "Ain't Nobody" From Upcoming Live Album - TCB . Clarks . Jessie . September 2, 2022 . The Christian Beat . November 13, 2022.
  11. Web site: Cody Carnes Shares New Pre-release Track "Forever & Amen" With Kari Jobe - TCB . Clarks . Jessie . September 16, 2022 . The Christian Beat . November 13, 2022.
  12. Web site: Album Review: "God is Good" by Cody Carnes Worship Leader . Watson . Christopher . October 2, 2022 . Worship Leader . November 13, 2022.
  13. Web site: JFH News: Premier Productions and Cody Carnes Announce The God is Good! Tour . October 11, 2022 . Jesus Freak Hideout . November 13, 2022.
  14. Web site: Premier Productions & Cody Carnes Announce The 'God Is Good!' Tour - TCB . Clarks . Jessie . October 10, 2022 . The Christian Beat . November 13, 2022.
  15. Top Christian Albums - Billboard . October 11, 2022 . . November 13, 2022.
  16. Web site: God Is Good! (Live) - Album by Cody Carnes - Spotify . September 30, 2022 . . November 13, 2022.
  17. Web site: God Is Good! [Live] - Cody Carnes Credits AllMusic ]. . . November 13, 2022.
  18. Top Christian Albums – Billboard . . Year-End Chart . February 11, 2024.

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