Kirk Franklin & the Family's eponymous debut album is a stunningly assured blend of old-fashioned gospel, contemporary soul, and hip-hop. Franklin remains, in his words, a "church boy," but he doesn't hesitate to embrace the conventions and styles of contemporary R&B, which results in some inspired, unexpected fusions. It is truly a record that updates, recontextualizes, and redefines what contemporary gospel can mean in the '90s. ~ Rodney Batdorf, All Music Guide

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With a focus on the bass heavy sounds of reggae, dub, and hip hop. While paying closer attention to creating complex vocal melodies and shifting the weight off of their previously guitar based music. Franklin recorded in their hometown of Philly over 4 months to finally create a fully realized album.

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