Today has been a good day because one of my favorite artists released a new album. Francesca Battistelli dropped her sophomore album “Hundred More Years” today.  It is a wonderful follow up to “My Paper Heart,” and does not disappoint.

In this album Francesca gives listeners uplifting songs that reflects her relationship with Christ as well as her relationship with others.  Some of my favorite tracks so far are: “This is the Stuff” which talks about the things in life that drive us crazy, but draws you closer to God. Another one is the title track “Hundred More Years,” which beautifully portrays the love story of a husband and wife. Lastly, the song “Emily (It’s Love)” in which Battistelli sings with another one of my favorite songwriters Dave Barnes. This is an uplifting and fun tune that shows their is hope even in the midst of tough circumstances. One of my favorite lines from the song is “Circumstances can change your mind, but time will help you see…It’s love that hung the moon and stars for you above, and stays awake to start the morning..if you feel you’ve had enough..He’s never given up…It’s love.”

Preview and purchase the album here. You won’t be sorry!

Now on to more music news! AMERICAN IDOL starts the live show tonight! Can I just say I am so excited about this upcoming season.  It appears they have some amazing talent, one of which is Tim Halperin an independent artist I have followed for a while now.  I look forward to seeing how he progresses on the show so be on the look out for him.  Also,  I am enjoying the new judges.  Before the season began, I was unsure how I felt about them but so far they have proven to be just what the show needs.  If you are an American Idol lover please post your thoughts here. Would love to know what you think! Enjoy the music! 🙂