Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of Jon Reddick’s second full-length endeavor thanks to its title track, “No Fear.” The Gospel-laced, folk-flavored single has quickly become a personal anthem for scores of listeners as they wrestle with worry. In fact, the scorching hit recently garnered Reddick his first No. 1. He showcases the wide reach of the song by also including a collaborative version, featuring multigenerational family band We The Kingdom, and a live edit captured during a tour stop in Kansas City at the end of the set.
“My hope is this song reminds you that we have not been given a spirit of fear,” Reddick shares of the anchor track. “I believe fear has been holding us down for a long time — many of us, for most of our lives. I believe it’s at the crux of the brokenness of our world, but I also believe that our hope is in Jesus.”
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The 13 recordings that comprise the project expand on the congregational-friendly faire found on Reddick’s 2022 debut, “God, Turn It Around.” Although there are worshipful moments ready-made for corporate gatherings; on the whole, “No Fear” serves up a much broader artistic palette. The singer explores fresh facets of his voice and untapped extensions of his personality.
Familiar cuts like “I Believe It (The Life of Jesus)” and “Don’t Fight Alone,” which have already climbed the radio charts, reveal this record has been a long time coming. However, the album’s diversity makes it well worth the wait, showcasing new sides of Reddick’s artistry and stretching the bounds of traditional worship music.
“The Way” stands at the intersection of the vertical worship that launched his career and the pop path he’s currently venturing down. Forfeiting the false treasures of the world, Reddick affirms Jesus as the only hope and the ultimate truth on the upbeat declaration.
Further down the tracklisting, “Child of God” uncovers a consistent pop gem that finds the husband and father singing God’s truth over us, with the timeless reminder that we are beloved, cherished, chosen and fully known as kids of the Most High.
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Once fans have had time to digest the musical left turn of “No Fear,” “Working It Out” might not come as that big of a surprise. Fueled by R&B swagger and infused with ’80s instrumentation, the smooth selection finds Reddick encouraging listeners with the promise of Romans 8:28.
Just because Reddick chooses to experiment doesn’t mean he forsakes his worship roots, however. Celebratory Easter offering “What A Love” and surrender-focused confession “I Choose You” remind listeners why he is fast becoming one of the genre’s premier worship leaders. Additionally, the collection’s crown jewel, “Yield,” offers an easy-to-sing refrain that provides language around a posture of open hands and an open heart, conceding to the will of the Father. Reddick led the powerful ballad at Worship in the Round during this year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend, affirming his natural gift for ushering people into the presence of Jesus.
Not only does “No Fear” feel like a step forward artistically, but the project also solidifies Reddick as an innovative songwriter and continues to build on his legacy as an esteemed worship leader. Lyrically and vocally, he’s defiant at times, boldly standing up to the devil’s schemes on multiple counts, fiercely protecting the ones he loves and loudly proclaiming God’s truth over the noise of the enemy’s falsehoods. That’s part of the album’s appeal, actually. Out of the gate, Reddick comes out swinging. In contrast to the gentle, humble worship leader introduced on “God, Turn It Around,” the artist behind “No Fear” appears more empowered and more emboldened than ever before.
“No Fear” is a formidable weapon to fight anxiety, and Reddick wields it with the skill of an artist that knows what it’s like to face the lies.
