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15 of 15 found the following review helpful:
Classic gospel albumJul 04, 2003
By Marc Haegeman
"Marc Haegeman"
A classic Elvis Presley album, cut at the May 1966 studio sessions in Nashville, the first under the supervision of producer Felton Jarvis, who would be fundamental in the latter part of Elvis' career. Released amidst a series of formula movie soundtracks, the inspired "How Great Thou Art" appeared as a beacon of hope and the harbinger of artistic revitalization that would eventually result in Elvis' comeback of 1968/69. The album, grouping 12 traditional religious songs recorded at the May 1966 session, plus "Crying In The Chapel" from 1960, is a treat from start to end. Outstandingly sung and superbly crafted, it earned Elvis a Grammy Award. Highly recommended.
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT IT!!!May 10, 2003
By Heather Marshall Negahdar
"Haze"
I'm so addicted to this CD it isn't funny.I know when most people think of Elvis Presley they think of Rock N'Roll, but he was a very talented and versatile entertainer and did manage to do some spirituals as well. This one in particular is my favourite, and I like to play it when I'm dressing for work in the morning and this allows the music to stay in my head right through the day. Sung with deep devotion with that smooth velvet voice; I just
cannot resist:-
1.Somebody Bigger Than You and I
2.Farther Along
3.Stand By Me
4.If The Lord Wasn't Walking By My Side
5.Where No One Stands Alone
and the beat goes on. I love this CD and recommend it for those who have not tried the spiritual side of Elvis. A wonderful gift for a friend!!! Heather P. Marshall
12 of 12 found the following review helpful:
Buy It For the "Storms of Life"May 08, 2003
By rocksite
"rocksite"
This album of gospel standards, earnestly and expertly delivered by Elvis, has helped me immensely to cope with the grief I experienced when my both of my parents passed away (9 years apart). Listening to the beautiful "Stand By Me" never fails to bring a tear to my eye, even when I've not just recently experienced a personal trauma. Other highlights are "In the Garden," "Farther Along," "Where Could I Go But To The Lord" and "Where No One Walks Alone." If you're even a casual Elvis fan I would recommend buying this album of "spiritual salve" if you will to help you through the "storms of life" that we're all bound to encounter.
14 of 15 found the following review helpful:
HOW GREAT THOU ARTMar 01, 2000
ELVIS IS ONE OF THE GREATEST GOSPEL SINGERS TO SET FOOT ON THIS EARTH. THIS ALBUM SHOWS HIS TRUE EMOTION AND IF ONE CAN LISTEN TO IT WITH A DRY EYE-HE DID BETTER THAN I. THESE RECORDINGS SHOW THE DEPTH OF HIS VOICE AS WELL AS HIS LOVE FOR GOSPEL MUSIC. I RECOMMEND THIS ALBUM TO ALL MY FRIENDS. IT IS GREAT............................ .
13 of 14 found the following review helpful:
Then sings my soulAug 30, 2003
By Johnny Heering
"trivia buff"
This is Elvis Presley's second complete gospel album. Elvis was never more inspired than when he was singing gospel songs. This CD gives more evidence of the truth of that statement. All Elvis fan should love this CD, even if they are not religious.
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