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"What's That I Hear? (Murrell Ewing Cover)" by The Fosters: When Gospel Comes Home


The Fosters - What's That I Hear? (Murrell Ewing Cover)

What if one song could make you feel the pull of heaven so strongly that your heart wishes: "Please don't wake me // For soon the eastern sky will part and I'll see His face." That's exactly what The Fosters deliver with their reimagining of Murrell & Joan Ewing's 1978 classic, "What's That I Hear?"

Originally a staple of Rev. Murrell Ewing's ministry and later recorded by various southern gospel legends, this song has been brought home, straight back to its Pentecostal roots. Andrew, Devi, and their three children breathe new life into it, layering family harmony over a real brass section that powers a Sunday morning revival.

The longing that is at the heart of this song is unmistakable: "This old world has lost its charm; it's no place for me." It touches a feeling that many believers know quite well, a sense of restlessness and longing for something larger than what this earthly life has to offer. The song reminds us that heaven isn't a distant theology, but a vivid, personal promise that is worth holding onto.

May this song lift you. Whether you're waiting on a promise or just tired of the weight and chaos of this world, this track is a reminder that He is coming. Hands raised, one shout of praise — "soon the eastern sky will part and I'll see His face."

(Related scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Revelation 22:4; Philippians 3:20)

Background:

The Fosters are back with a refreshed classic featuring family harmony and a brass section with crunch! Come to church with Andrew, Devi, and the kids as they deliver a heartfelt vocal performance of a heavenly anthem, longing for the day when we see Jesus face to face!

Written by Joan Ewing in 1978 and frequently performed by her husband, Rev. Murrell Ewing, "What's That I Hear?" was recorded by several legendary southern gospel groups in the 1980s. The Fosters return this heavenly daydream to its pentecostal roots, backed by a real brass section that soars above a Sunday morning gospel band.

The release of this single marks a new chapter for The Fosters, known for powerful duet vocals and now featuring their three children to create classic family harmony. As they write and release new music as a family, The Fosters remain committed to music with timeless melodies, excellent production values, and an uncompromising message of the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Release date: May 1, 2026

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