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Precious Memories (CD - 2006)

Precious Memories (CD - 2006)

UPC: 00828768028124

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Artist: Alan Jackson

Label: Arista Records (USA)

Genre: Country - Gospel

Album Description: Alan Jackson: Alan Jackson (vocals, guitar); Gary Prim, John Wesley Ryles, Keith Stegall, Melodie Crittenden, Brent Mason .Personnel: Brent Mason (acoustic guitar); Gary Prim (piano, organ); Keith Stegall (piano); Ali Jackson, John Wesley Ryles, Melodie Crittenden (backgr... read more

Alan Jackson: Alan Jackson (vocals, guitar); Gary Prim, John Wesley Ryles, Keith Stegall, Melodie Crittenden, Brent Mason .

Personnel: Brent Mason (acoustic guitar); Gary Prim (piano, organ); Keith Stegall (piano); Ali Jackson, John Wesley Ryles, Melodie Crittenden (background vocals).

Audio Mixer: John Kelton.

Recording information: Sound Station, Nashville, TN; The Rukkus Room, Nashville, TN.

Photographer: Alan Jackson.

On 2006's PRECIOUS MEMORIES, country superstar Alan Jackson ventures into gospel territory, offering up a set of warm and inviting faith-themed songs. These spare tracks feature no percussion and rely almost solely on piano and acoustic guitar, allowing the focus to remain on Jackson's resonant vocals and the songs' devoutly Christian lyrics. Although praising Jesus is clearly the core of this album, the beautifully minimalist renderings of spiritual classics are so soothing and pleasant that the disc's appeal is sure to extend to fans of Jackson's secular music, particularly on "Softly and Tenderly," which is enhanced by gentle organ lines, and "I'll Fly Away," here given a light, jaunty bluegrass feel. The resulting atmosphere evokes images of the Georgia-born singer/guitarist sitting in on a friendly, open-air church service, leading a sing-along of traditional numbers such as "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" and "I Want to Stroll Over Heaven with You." minimize

 

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5 Star Review Unbelievable

Strengths:

One of the best albums, not just country, I've heard in years.

Weaknesses:

?

Posted Mar 15, 2006 - I bought this album on a whim. I had always thought that AJ was OK but nothing special. This album makes me 'bow, in humble adoration'. I have never heard such a heart fealt album. Ever. I can't stop listening to this CD. As I said, this is the best album (country, pop, rock, etc.) I have ever heard. Buy it. Listen and enjoy. Peace.

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4 Star Review Beautifully produced spiritual hymns

Strengths:

Heartfelt performances of traditional hymns that focus on Jackson's superb voice.

Weaknesses:

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Posted May 9, 2006 - Alan Jackson -- ever the country music classicist -- restores two traditions at once, offering an album of faith while at the same time paring his accompaniment to an earthier acoustically-inclined core. This collection of fifteen hymns draws its power entirely from Jackson's commitment and the songs' timeless qualities, forgoing any calculated commercial intentions. Originally recorded as a personal gift to Jackson's mother, the album's public release has brought an unexpected dividend, debuting at #1 on the country album chart, while simultaneously topping Billboard's Christian album chart and landing at #4 on Billboard's album chart. CD buyers are tapping into the heartfelt, private nature of the performances, with Jackson's voice and his harmony singers strikingly framed by gentle arrangements of acoustic guitar, piano and organ. The material rings with the familiarity of regular worship services, and will be dear to those raised in the faith; those who spent their Sundays elsewhere will find inspiration in these classic songs. One might be inclined to think of these performances as a family living-room sing, were the family not so unusually talented. Still, the spare arrangements and Jackson's devotion allow the songs to take center stage, with the singer's luminous talent providing the halo. [©2006 redtunictroll at hotmail dot com]

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