At the very core of gospel music is the hope it provides in the message of Christ. No matter the packaging or presentation it is this hope that has kept us and compelled us to do and be. It is to this end that Mathew Knowles' Spirit Rising Music brings us the Spirit Rising gospel music series; a layered expression of that hope. Spirit Rising: Volumes I and II are the first offering of a multi-volume, multi-media gospel collection that revisits gospels tradition and looks forward to its future. The Spirit Rising Series is aimed toward a market that may not necessarily be familiar with the latest and the greatest in gospel. We have a great opportunity to be in the gospel industry and make an impact. One thing we feel is that the Jesus Christ we know wouldn't necessarily be in the suburbs, but would be hanging out with the guys living in the streets, in the clubs, and with the youth. He was about the people. Spirit Rising Music is music for the people, says Knowles of his newly re-launched and revitalized inspirational label. In a dual-disc release October 10 2006, Volumes I & II come out of the gate strong. From the traditional feel of Volume I to the contemporary edge of Volume II the Gospel is healing, vibrant and alive.