Review: Rich, rhythmic vocal harmonies and spiritual joy flow like water from 10-man a cappella Gospel ensemble Zambian Vocal Collection. Their innocent, almost childlike spirit shines on every one of the 11 cuts on "Change Your Heart," from covers like the traditional "Gloryland Way" and "When With The Savior," to strong originals like Noah Mwanza's "Jump and Roll" and 6 tunes by Sandy D. Simonde, the title tune, "Run to the One who got Life," "Ndamupedza Bwendzi" (I found a Friend), "He Is My God," "Jesus Is The Answer" and "Rejoice!" There are quotes and photos of these beautiful, spiritual men in the colorful liner notes, which have all the lyrics and translations. An inspirational winner!

Songlist: Gloryland Way, Jump And Roll, Change Your Heart, Run to the One Who Got Life, Ndamupedza Bwendzi, He is My God, Baba Ntumeni (Lord, Send Me), Jesus is the Answer, When With The Savior, Rejoice!, You are My Friend

Review: "Yesu Nafyalwa" is a tasty Christmas collection by two amazing all-male Gospel a cappella ensembles, 8-man Zambian Vocal Group and 12 man Zambian Vocal Collection. Each group sings 5 rhythmic gems, strong originals like Daniel Mwanza's spirited title tune, Jason Banda's soaring "New Born King," and nicely arranged covers of "Angels We Have Heard On High," "Silent Night," "Away In A Manger," "Go Tell It On The Mountain" and "Owenseko" (Joy to the World) that are as beautifully and harmoniously sung as we have ever heard them. Listen to "Tamani Mphamvu ya Yesu" (Praise to Jesus), the rousing Spirituals "When Was Jesus Born" and "Good News," and try to keep yourself from moving-or being moved. Treat yourself and your loved ones to "Yesu Nafyalwa!"

Songlist: Angels We Have Heard on High, Yesu Nafyalwa (Jesus Is Born), New Born King, Silent Night, Tamani Mhamvu Ya Yesu (Praise to Jesus), When Was Jesus Born, Good News, Away in a Manger, Go, Tell it on the Mountain, Owenseko (Joy to the World)

Review: Another excellent release from this fine vocal ensemble.

Songlist: Tuke 'ngilamo Shani, Give Me Love, God's Love, Thank You, Lord, If You Give Your Life to Jesus, Chiyembekezo Changachi, Jesus Knocks on Your Door, My Jesus I Love Thee, I Believe You, I Wan'na Be Like You (The Monkey Song), Who is the Lord of Your Life

Review: The young men of ZVG bring us a joyful, moving Gospel collection of 11 songs, four of them, "Give Me Love" and "God's Love," "Jesus Knocks On Your Door" and "Who Is The Lord Of Your Life," written by producer Daniel Mwanza. Formed in 1997, the Zambian Vocal Group tours regularly in the United States and are wonderful musical ambassadors for Zambia. It's hard to pick favorites, beside the aforementioned four, among this sweet, soulful a cappella collection of 11 tunes, but we'll try: "Tuke 'ngilamo Shani," "Thank You Lord," the rhythmic gem "If You Give Your Life To Jesus," "I Believe You," and "I Wanna Be Like You." Outstanding and highly recommended!

Songlist: Make A Difference, Into the World (Ndeya Muchalo), I've Been Changed, Let's Thank Yahweh (Tubalemye Ba Yahweh), I Do, Glorious Day (Chidzakhala Cokondweretsa), Sing To the Lord, Heart of the Lord (Mtima Wa Mbuye Wanga), I Life My Eyes, Down At the Cross (Pamtanda Mbuye), Amazing Grace

Review: Come and See is a mixture of traditional African, American gospel and original songs by James Mbewe. Compared to earlier recordings, this album has a much more relaxed sound. Though the songs are strictly a cappella minus the usual percussion, the beautiful singing is still present. "Kumbayah" and "Lesa ekachema wandi" are especially nice. This six member version of the Zambian Vocal Group continues to preserve their heritage through song.

Songlist: Tuke 'ngilamo Shani, Give Me Love, God's Love, Thank You, Lord, If You Give Your Life to Jesus, Chiyembekezo Changachi, Jesus Knocks on Your Door, My Jesus I Love Thee, I Believe You, I Wan'na Be Like You (The Monkey Song), Who is the Lord of Your Life

Review: The jubilant sounds from Zambian Acappella pour forth on from Africa with Love. On this CD the group sings many American spirituals and African sacred songs. In addition to their great singing, the group also accompanies themselves with percussion. "Thulalia Lele" is especially enjoyable. These pieces, arranged by Daniel Mwanza, will have you dancing along.

Songlist: Thulalila Lele, Siyahamba, Soon and Very Soon, Standing Upon the Mountain, Ndipo Ambuye Yesu, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Nkabalondelanga ba Yesu, Jesus Loves Me Even, Hallelujah Amen, The Lord is My Light

Review: We have given rave reviews to other releases by a cappella Gospel ensemble Zambian Vocal Collection, now grown to 12 men strong, and "There Is A Way" is no exception. The beautiful full-color liner notes tell us this quote from the group: "as we sing our desire is to make a difference for the Lord," and that loving and thankful spirit is there in every one of these 13 cuts. Originals like the title tune by Kennedy Pupe, Gloria Gather's wonderful "Because He Lives," Rex Nelon's joyous "Robe and Crown," Martin and Aswell's "God Almighty," and Wilson, Chripine and Aswell's "In This World;" and covers of the marvelous "It Is Well With My Soul," "Ndinali Kutali" and "I Want Jesus to Walk with Me" are all outstanding. To treat yourself to rich, sweet music, inspiration, joy, and praise: "There Is A Way!"

Songlist: Udzimvere Weka, There is a Way, Because He Lives, Robe and Crown, Ikuti Ndaeya, It is Well with My Soul, Ndinali Kutali, I am Standing on a Mountain, Kalelo, God Almighty, In This World, I Want Jesus to Walk with Me, Zambian National Anthem