The Georgia Mass Choir have been recognized as one of gospel music's most popular choirs. Their claim to fame was serving as the choir that backed pop/R&B icon Whitney Houston on The Preacher's Wife movie and soundtrack. The choir's I Owe You Praise collection finds this talented vocal aggregation offering up their patented traditional gospel music flavor. This set, which was recorded live in Jacksonville, FL, features a number of memorable performances. The Canton Spirituals' lead vocalist, Harvey Watkins Jr., makes a guest appearance on the track "Prayer Changes Things." Other noteworthy tracks include "Bye and Bye," "Bring It to Him," "Walk in the Light," "Stand," and the title track, "I Owe You Praise." This is just an incredible project. ~ Tim A. Smith, All Music Guide
Although some ears may complain the production is a little too crystal clear, there's no denying that They That Wait is a dynamic contemporary gospel record, one of the best that has been released in many years. The difference is, there's genuine passion in the Georgia Mass Choir's performances -- passion that cuts through the overly clean production, drawing the listener into the spirit of the music. It also helps that Rev. Milton Biggham has written some great, convincing music to accompany these hyms. He's pulled off a clever trick -- the music sounds timeless, but fresh, and that's really the key to any good gospel recordings. Top-drawer stuff. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide