Mercyme-10 (DVD)

It has been 10 years since MercyMe frontman Bart Millard penned ''I Can Only Imagine,'' a touchingly personal song based on his father's early death. This breakthrough song by the down-to- earth Texas-based band has had a far-reaching impact: it has sold more than 2 million units, crossed over into multiple radio formats, and been adopted as an anthem by hurting people around the world. To celebrate the epic anniversary of one of the most popular and powerful songs in Christian music history, MercyMe is releasing 10, a must-have new CD/DVD set. The CD features 12 of MercyMe's best-loved songs spanning their five studio releases as well as three bonus tracks—including a new recording of ''I Can Only Imagine'' with the famed London Symphony Orchestra, the never- released track ''Only Temporary,'' plus the kids' tune ''10 Simple Rules.'' The DVD contains both live and concept videos of all their best songs.

It might seem indulgent for any other artist, but you can't blame MercyMe for releasing a greatest-hits collection that's centered around a single song. After all, few contemporary Christian songs in history have had the impact of "I Can Only Imagine," Bart Millard's three million selling mega-crossover hit that remains a staple in multiple radio formats around the world. Ten years after writing the hit, the band celebrated its success and thanked fans with this collection of 11 number one radio hits spanning five studio albums. Also included are two previously unreleased tracks and a new recording of "Imagine" featuring the London Session Orchestra. A second disc features 11 live and concept videos that highlight the band's relationship with fans. In a word, generous. As a whole, it's a well-designed introduction to one of the most influential Christian groups in a decade. For fans, the videos alone make this worth picking up. There's something for everyone here, which is fitting considering practically everyone within earshot of AC, country, or gospel radio in the past ten years has heard the big song. One of the best and most long-awaited greatest-hits albums in recent memory. ~ Jared Johnson, All Music Guide

Movie genre	Music
Mpaa rating	Unrated
Number of discs	1
Brand	Anderson