Graham Kendrick - Thorns in the Straw from Rumours of Angels

Thorns in the Straw is probably the best known song from Rumours of Angels. Graham tells the story of Jesus' birth from the perspective of his mother Mary.

http://grahamkendrick.co.uk/songs/ite...

About the Advent Event; past, present and future, Rumours of Angels explores the mysteries of the incarnation, celebrates a present experience and anticipates a coming kingdom. It is also a resource of new songs for singers, choirs and congregations and can be used as a live event.

Producer/arranger Steve Thompson leads a band of first class musicians including Raul D'Oliveira, Noel Robinson, Rap artist 'The Gifted' and The London Adventist Chorale through the 11 specially written songs.

Rumours of Angels was launched as a live event at the NEC in Birmingham and has been toured by Graham on a number of occasions.

The album was re- released in 2001 in a double cd set with The Gift (Make Way For Christmas).