Album Review: Southbound - "Lost and Found" Southern Gospel Music

Southbound, an Orlando, Florida-based band, has released their highly anticipated album “Lost and Found.” This album is a powerful showcase of the Southern Gospel and mainstream country music genres. Lead singers Clint Brown, Seth Elbe, and Jody Braselton have crafted an album that should be remembered for decades to come.

The album kicks off with the upbeat yet encouraging “Life Worth Living.” The electric guitar interludes are absolutely stunning, making this song a perfect way to introduce the album. Following is the title song, “Lost and Found,” featuring Clint Brown. This track that oozes country soul is destined to be a fan favorite due to Brown's vocals and the excellent harmonica interludes.

Southbound takes the listener on a musical journey with a variety of different styles. The country ballad “Middle of Nowhere” is a beautiful cut that serves as a reminder of God’s presence. The powerful gospel cover of CAIN’s “Yes He Can” is performed to perfection. “His Love” is an uplifting bluesy country song that will get anyone in a good mood. The reflective “Time and Jesus” emphasizes the importance of patience and prayer.

The worshipful “Morning Mercies” is one of the most beautiful songs on the album. The energy is ramped up with “Nothing He Can’t Do,” a song sure to get everyone up and dancing. The album ends with “Yesterday,” which serves as a reminder to make the most of life and not to waste it. It finishes on an uplifting note with “It Was You” and “You Are God.”

Southbound has definitely outdone itself with “Lost and Found.” The group has mastered the country and Southern Gospel genres, creating an album that has something for everyone. The songs are diverse and address different topics. The instrumentals are equally impressive and create the perfect background for vocal performances.

For those who are new to Southbound, this album is the perfect introduction. It has a great mix of gospel and mainstream country sounds that will please both fans and newcomers. “Lost and Found” is an album that will be remembered for years to come. It is a powerful and well-crafted collection of songs that will surely touch the hearts of many.