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"Classics"
Other country divas may be younger,
sexier, and flashier, yet when it comes to sheer intensity, soulfulness,
and powerful yet subtle vocal brilliance, Kentucky-born Patty
Loveless towers above the rest. The proof is this gemlike 12-song
collection that reprises the commercial highlights of what has
thus far proven to be Loveless's vintage years: her four-album,
seven-year stint with Epic under the direction of husband Emory
Gordy Jr. Three newer tunes round out this "hits" collection,
including "My Kind of Woman, My Kind of Man," a pleasant
duet with Vince Gill originally found on Gill's The Key. However,
these new tracks sound like mere outtakes when sandwiched between
so many powerhouse No. 1 singles. Taken in the context of Nashville's
current drift toward trivializing and even dumbing down mainstream
country's traditional strengths and values, Patty Loveless's
performances on Classics sound more like some fiery brand of
musical salvation than mere artistic brilliance. --Bob Allen |
Customer review from Amazon
Reviewer: larryj@tstar.net from Lampasas,
TX
Loveless is the type of artist who gets into your heart and soul
with her music. The "Classic" tracks run the gamut
from the achingly beautiful and haunting "Here I Am",
to the upbeat bouncy "I Think About Elvis." The three
new cuts, are Loveless at her finest. With "Can't Get Enough,"
Sassy, flirty Patty takes us dancin', The Duet "My Kind
of Woman/My Kind of Man" with Vince Gill is a classic country
duet in it's own right. "I Just Wanna Be Loved By You"
is almost bluesy but still all PattyLoveless. In all the tracks,
the fine touch of Emory Gordy Jr. is evident. The music never
overpowers, but always counterpoints and supports Patty's vocals.
"Classics" may be a 'greatest hits' compilation, but
if you like class, then this is a must for any collection. |
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