Reunion Hill

Reunion Hill

Reunion Hill

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Between the time he was lead guitarist in John Gorka's college band and the time he launched his own singer-songwriter career, Richard Shindell attended the Union Theological Seminary. The experience didn't turn him into a preachy true believer but gave him an abiding interest in spiritual matters--an interest that informs his fine album, Reunion Hill. The lead-off track, "The Next Best Western," for example, finds him driving late at night on a Midwestern interstate, wishing he could believe in something as passionately as the fire-breathing preacher on the late-night gospel station seems to. Bolstered by a James Taylor-like melody, the chorus turns into a prayer, "Lord, deliver me, deliver me to the next Best Western."

The same skeptical but irrepressible fascination with things spiritual informs most of the other songs as well. When he sings of life "Beyond the Iron Gate," the images are flexible: describing both a literal fence around a country house and a metaphorical fence around a shy, self-doubting man. On "I Saw My Youth Today," an imagined meeting between the singer and his teenage self becomes a real encounter between a raving, middle-aged man and a frightened stranger on the sidewalk. Shindell, who wrote a strong Civil War song on his last release, comes up with another for the title track of this album. The story of "Reunion Hill" is told by a farmwife who remembers all the soldiers who "limped across this field of mine," yet none of them were the husband she had sent off to war. Producer-guitarist Larry Campbell frames all these numbers with sympathetic folk-rock arrangements. --Geoffrey Himes

Reunion Hill,Richard Shindell,Shanachie,Contemporary Folk,Contemporary Singer/Songwriter,Folk,Folk & Traditional,Pop,Popular Music,Singer/Songwriter
Reunion Hill
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Reunion review
  • By far the best singer songwriter now in existence
  • Good album.
  • brand new to me
  • A great songwriter, a mediocre CD
 Reunion Hill
Richard Shindell
Manufacturer: Shanachie
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000DUG
Release Date: 1997-08-19

Tracks:

  1. The Next Best Western
  2. Smiling
  3. May
  4. I Saw My Youth Today
  5. Reunion Hill
  6. Beyond The Iron Gate
  7. Darkness, Darkness
  8. Money For Floods
  9. Easy Street
  10. The Weather
  11. I'll Be Here In The Morning/Sing Me Back Home

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Between the time he was lead guitarist in John Gorka's college band and the time he launched his own singer-songwriter career, Richard Shindell attended the Union Theological Seminary. The experience didn't turn him into a preachy true believer but gave him an abiding interest in spiritual matters--an interest that informs his fine album, Reunion Hill. The lead-off track, "The Next Best Western," for example, finds him driving late at night on a Midwestern interstate, wishing he could believe in something as passionately as the fire-breathing preacher on the late-night gospel station seems to. Bolstered by a James Taylor-like melody, the chorus turns into a prayer, "Lord, deliver me, deliver me to the next Best Western."

The same skeptical but irrepressible fascination with things spiritual informs most of the other songs as well. When he sings of life "Beyond the Iron Gate," the images are flexible: describing both a literal fence around a country house and a metaphorical fence around a shy, self-doubting man. On "I Saw My Youth Today," an imagined meeting between the singer and his teenage self becomes a real encounter between a raving, middle-aged man and a frightened stranger on the sidewalk. Shindell, who wrote a strong Civil War song on his last release, comes up with another for the title track of this album. The story of "Reunion Hill" is told by a farmwife who remembers all the soldiers who "limped across this field of mine," yet none of them were the husband she had sent off to war. Producer-guitarist Larry Campbell frames all these numbers with sympathetic folk-rock arrangements. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Reunion review.......2004-08-13

The songs are well written and the production has more of a country feel than some of his other CDs. Richard Shindell is a masterful lyricist and the cuts on this CD provide some fine examples of his workmanship (i.e. "He who made the lamb, put the tremble in the hand that reaches out to take my quarter.") The recording has some issues with various pops and thumps in most of the tracks, and I only gave it three stars because of the recording quality.

5 out of 5 stars By far the best singer songwriter now in existence.......2003-10-30

I have all his albums loaded on my car's 6 CD-changer. The man is an American treasure and his music has single-handedly resuciated my belief in American music. He is amazing, gifted, superb, brilliant.

Long live Richard Shindell!

4 out of 5 stars Good album........2003-08-08

I heard Richard Shindell on my local NPR station and instantly enjoyed him. His music is both relaxing and thought provoking at the same time. Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars brand new to me.......2002-01-20

I have some Dar Williams' and Lucy Kaplansky' CD's, plus naturally Cry,Cry,Cry' CD. And I really don't understand why not start this passion with Richard Shindell. I order this CD from ... recently and I can't leave out this music day by day. I'm looking for this acoustic music long since. The arrangement is breath-taking! Okay, Richard Shindell's voice remind us of Michael Stipe but this music is more acoustic and more reflective and poetic!

3 out of 5 stars A great songwriter, a mediocre CD.......2001-06-10

Shindell is one of the best songwriters to come from the 90's. But this cd is overproduced, and frankly, hard to listen to it without the skip buttom. Some songs are better, other just drawn in a very bad production. Go for "Somewhere Near Patterson" and "Sparrows Points" and wait until these songs are released on a live cd, or as acoustic guitar and vocals. Maybe one day...
Reunion
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Music that touches you really deep inside
  • impressive
  • Music that liberates the soul
 Reunion
Scott Cossu , and Eugene Friesen
Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000006MT8
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Sanibel
  2. Mistico
  3. Moira
  4. Shepherd's Song
  5. La Paloma (Flight Of The Dove)
  6. Gwenlaise
  7. Sweet Rose
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  9. Morning Sketches

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Music that touches you really deep inside.......2004-08-05

I bought this CD as far back as in 1988 and since then I have had numerous late evening occations where I could listen, enjoy and almost feel the world slow down. It totally relaxes you, it practically gives your mind a new dimension - you just feel as good as you can get.

Scott Cossu is truly a master with his piano, but Eugene Friesen is on this album infact just as important with his cello. "Reunion" is the soul reason (and a good one) for me to buy his other albums.

5 out of 5 stars impressive.......2003-10-23

This album was more relaxing than his previous album "Islands" It wasn't a muzak album it was relaxing piano all the way through and I liked that. I play this album when I'm getting ready for bed. It helps me sleep so much better at night. Scott is one of a kind. keep up the good work Scott.

5 out of 5 stars Music that liberates the soul.......2003-07-23

Scott Cossu and Eugene Friesen collaborated on this magnificent, but sadly forgotten collection of instrumentals. Judging by the song titles and album sleeve, one may be tempted to call this music New Age, which would be a mistake. The music Friesen and Cossu erected is dream-like but concise; mysterious yet inviting. Although the album, like most other pieces of music, should be analyzed as a whole, special attention should be given to the elegant, inspiring "Shepherd's Song", which, queerly, was not included with Cossu's 1992 Windham Hill retrospective.
A Winter Solstice Reunion
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Review of "A Winter Solstice Reunion"
  • A very typical "Winter Solstice" selection
  • SUPERB, and ALMOST the best of the series
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  • So good
 A Winter Solstice Reunion
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Windham Hill Records
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ASIN: B000007O8F
Release Date: 1998-08-11

Tracks:

  1. Keiki's Dream (Child's Dream) - Keola Beamer
  2. I Saw Three Ships - Darol Anger
  3. Babe Is Born/Enter The Stable Gently - Liz Story
  4. Snowfall Lullaby - Barbara Higbie
  5. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear - Alex DeGrassi
  6. Impending Death Of The Virgin Spirit - William Ackerman
  7. La Nit De Nadal (Christmas Night)/Al Noi De La Mare (Son Of Mary) - Mike Marshall
  8. Dreamtime - Nightnoise
  9. Year's End - Michael Manring
  10. Song Before Spring - Benjamin Verdery
  11. What Are The Signs - George Winston
  12. Rain Into Snow - William Coulter
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  14. Christmas Wish - Tuck And Patti

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You know this winter "reunion" is going to be a good one when Hawaiian slack-key guitar great Keola Beamer opens it with a stunning original, "Keiki's Dream." Reassembling the artists who defined the Windham Hill sound, Reunion features pianist Liz Story arranging the Spanish traditional "Babe Is Born" for solo piano, Windham vet Alex DeGrassi bringing his graceful acoustic guitar work to bear on "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear," and capo William Ackermann rolling out his trademark steel-string arpeggios on a pensive, minor-key original, "Impending Death of the Virgin Spirit." The man who put Windham Hill on the map, pianist George Winston, contributes a lovely reading of Alfred Burt's "What Are the Signs," and fretless bass wonder Michael Manring tickles the ivories as well as bass on a circumspect "Year's End." More about the symbolism of the winter season than the joy of Christmas, Reunion is classic Windham Hill, meditative and a bit melancholy. Also features Mike Marshall, Ben Verdery, Paul McCandless, and others. --James Rotondi

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Review of "A Winter Solstice Reunion".......2007-02-06

Having not heard the "Soltice"s' in years, my husband loved this CD.

4 out of 5 stars A very typical "Winter Solstice" selection.......2006-12-31

This is very much in the genre of the "Winter Solstice" series. It is still very enjoyable, however, if you long for a more meditative offering. Perfect Holiday music choice.

4 out of 5 stars SUPERB, and ALMOST the best of the series.......2006-02-21

Probably 4.5 stars; A SUPERB release, and an attempt to get back to as many of the original groundbreaking artists which made the Winter's Solstice series so endearing. Highlights: As ALWAYS, I look forward most to Ackerman and especially, Barbara Higbee's contributions to any of the Winter's Solstice CDs. Higbee in particular, always has the most surprising arrangments or original compositions, and this release is a perfect example. "Snowfall Lullaby" is one of the most touching lullaby melodies. (though it is by no means sleepy; simply comforting in a sort of "neo-celtic" way). There are Harps, violin & piano; you simply must hear it to know how fine it is, and to experience what I'm trying to describe in words. Ackermann normally tries to write something original, or which is not a traditionally well-known Christmas song, which was the overall attempt in the groundbreaking first two Winter's Solstice releases. Here he does a pensive remake of one of his classics "Impending Death Of The Virgin Spirit". Perhaps one might see it as a deep-reflection on Mary's depth of charcter and her impending suffering which will one day lead to the loss of her child. Darol Anger's "I saw Three Ships" is an quite original, if more familiar melody. It's an arrangement that is peaceful & lilting & not the usual "jig" we hear so often. There are so many others: "What are the Signs" by Winston is a perfect "10", "Year's End" by Manring, Paul McCandless's "20 Degrees Below" and Liz Story's "Babe Is Born/Enter The Stable Gently". While there are a couple uneven spots, by some less familiar artists, this is one of the essential releases of the series. My final recommendation is to buy the SECOND Winter's Solstice release first, which to me, has always been the pinnacle of originality & creative spirit, even exceeding the fine first release, and then also buy this release to see how original these collections can be, before venturing into some of the later ones, most of which are good, but which often feature traditional Christmas melodies rather than the more obscure carols & original compositions featured here. Overall, nearly a perfect release!

4 out of 5 stars Deceptive Title.......2004-12-29

I have been a fan of the Windham Hill label for many years...almost since its beginning. I prefer some collections to others, but,the Winter's Solstice series continues as a favorite. For sentimental reasons, I've always been fond of the original realase in the set and when I saw this one I thought that perhaps through some miracle or some heavy lifting on the label's part, it would be comprised of new pieces from the artists on AWS. But after a quick look I have to ask, In what way is this a "reunion?" OK, Liz Story and label founder Will Ackerman are present, but where's the rest of the class? Granted, one would be hard pressed to hear new material from Shadowfax, whose offering for AWS came from their work while on another label(pre-WH), but certainly others beside Story and Ackerman survive to this day. Not to worry, the material that is here is enjoyable as always, but, if you were nostalgic for the artists of the first release, a reunion this is not.

5 out of 5 stars So good.......2002-03-22

This is the best of the Winter solstice albums. I'm not one for a real new age sound. I like classic, celtic, instruments. This CD shines... contemporary with olde sounds. The second track is by far the best track to me.. it has a holiday flavor, but I don't just listen to this during the holidays. In fact, all of the Solstice albums are like this really. Its not Christmassy.. its beautiful, serene, music. My other favorites are I, II, and VI.
Kim Hill
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • CLASSIC--A MUST OWN!
 Kim Hill
Kim Hill
Manufacturer: Reunion
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ASIN: B0000004RA
Release Date: 1993-02-01

Tracks:

  1. Black Shirts
  2. Crossroads
  3. Refuge
  4. Faithful
  5. Psalm 1
  6. Change Your Heart
  7. Rich Man, Poor Man
  8. Unspoken Love
  9. Be Still and Know

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars CLASSIC--A MUST OWN!.......2001-10-24

From the opening BLACK SHIRTS, you know this album is a winner. And Kim's voice sets her apart. Her two follow-ups are also terrific.
British Film Music, Vol. 3
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    		British Film Music, Vol. 3

    Manufacturer: Pearl
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    ASIN: B000058A00
    Release Date: 2001-04-24

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    1. The First Of The Few: Spitfire Prelude - The Halle Orchestra/William Walton
    2. The First Of The Few: Spitfire Fugue - The Halle Orchestra/William Walton
    3. Spellbound: Theme From The Concerto - Queen's Hall Light Orchestra/Charles Williams
    4. Henry The Fifth: The Death Of Flastaff - The Philharmonia String Orchestra/William Walton
    5. Henry The Fifth: Touch Her Soft Lips And Part - The Philharmonia String Orchestra/William Walton
    6. Odette: The Saga Of Odette - Charles Williams Concert Orchestra/Charles Williams
    7. Desert Victory: March - Band Of The Grenadier Guards/Lt. F. Harris
    8. A Matter Of Life And Death: Prelude - Queen's Hall Light Orchestra/Charles Williams
    9. This Man Is Mine: Theme - Queen's Hall Light Orchestra/Charles Williams
    10. Sleeping Car To Trieste: Sleeping Car Train - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    11. Sleeping Car To Trieste: Waltz - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    12. The Rake's Progress: Calypso - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    13. Wanted For Murder: A Voice In The Night - Eric Harrison
    14. Hungry Hill: Waltz Into Jig - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    15. Esther Waters: Derby Day 1886 - The Royal Phil Orchestra/Muir Matheson
    16. The Loves Of Joanna Godden: Romney Marsh/Joanna Godden/Sheepshearing/Work On The Farm/The Fair... - The Philharmonic Chorus/Ernest Irving
    17. The Loves Of Joanna Godden: Ellen And Harry Trevor/Adoption Of Motherless Lamb... - The Philharmonic Chorus/Ernest Irving
    18. Woman Hater: People In Love - The Royal Phil Orchestra/John Hollingsworth
    19. Woman Hater: Dinner At Lady Datchett's - The Royal Phil Orchestra/John Hollingsworth
    20. The Weaker Sex: Victory Parade Montage - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    21. The Weaker Sex: London Scene - London Symphony Orchestra/Muir Mathieson
    22. So Long At The Fair: Carriage & Pair... Long Forgotten Melody - Charles Williams Concert Orchestra/Charles Williams
    Testimony
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Testimony - Kim Hil
    • ONE OF THE BEST
    • Been a long time
    • Good Summary of Kim's Early Work
    		 Testimony
    Kim Hill
    Manufacturer: Reunion
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0000004ST
    Release Date: 1995-02-28

    Tracks:

    1. Psalm 1
    2. Refuge
    3. Faithful
    4. Secret Place
    5. Testimony
    6. Snake In The Grass
    7. Charm Is Deceitful
    8. Satisfied
    9. Mysterious Ways
    10. Unspoken Love

    Customer Reviews:

    3 out of 5 stars Testimony - Kim Hil.......2007-06-11

    Received with no problem. Love Kim Hill but this is not one of my favorites.

    Jackie

    4 out of 5 stars ONE OF THE BEST.......2001-10-19

    Kim Hill is one of the best Christian singers around . She can really kick some butt. This album proves it .
    "Testimony" is one of the best of her early work . For me, it brings back alot of childhood memories. (My parents put in a rdio in my room to keep the monsters away.) My parents found a christian station for me to listen to . They played Kim Hill and Susan Ashton, among others. My favorite song of hers was "Satisfied." You will love this cd for sure, so go buy it!!!!!!

    4 out of 5 stars Been a long time.......2000-11-17

    If my mother had had a squeeze box, this entire album would have been playing 24/7. Listening to it again brings back great memories. It's a gift she'll love as the music is so heartfelt and spiritual. Kim Hill does not compromise with this album.

    5 out of 5 stars Good Summary of Kim's Early Work.......1999-11-20

    Kim's early recordings seemed fresh and innovative when they first made it to the Christian music scene. She was one of the first artists to introduce the country-rock, alternative style into CCM. I still find these songs inspiring and entertaining. She has a rich alto that seems part smoke, part butterscotch. These songs are Biblically based, but not preachy. I still return to Kim's early stuff whenever I feel nostalgic and need to be uplifted.
    Talk About Life
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • A Rare 5-star Rating
    • Let's Talk About Kim Hill
    		 Talk About Life
    Kim Hill
    Manufacturer: Reunion
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0000004RC
    Release Date: 1993-02-01

    Tracks:

    1. Inside Of You
    2. Stop, Watch And Listen
    3. Secret Place
    4. Snake In The Grass
    5. Let's Talk About Life
    6. Closer To A Broken Heart
    7. Turning
    8. Testimony
    9. Charm Is Deceitful

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    It's hard to go wrong with Talk About Life, the 1989 release that defined Kim Hill as one of Christian music's top artists. On it, she enjoys the backing of CCM's top producer, top session players, dynamite songs, and her distinctive Christie McVie-sounding voice. What's amazing (and perhaps saddening) is that the album still sounds fresh, more than a decade later. The catchy "Inside of You" and the melodramatic "Sneak in the Grass" capture the full range of Hill's deep vocals. But who would ever imagine hearing a Mellotron keyboard on "Stop, Watch and Listen," or the Elvis Presley-like rave "Let's Talk About Life" from a late 1980s album? The Beatlesque "Turning" confirms that Hill's musical roots lie in many areas. This musical potpourri, combined with earnest lyrics, makes for an enjoyable listen. --Michael T. Lyttle

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars A Rare 5-star Rating.......2000-07-10

    I've been involved in Contemporary Christian Music for over 20 years. I have hundreds of Cd's. This is one of my favorites. Not only does it have the song power of such big-hitters as Wayne Kirkpatrick, Wes King and Tommy Sims, and the incredible production of Brown Bannister, but it is one of only TWO Kim Hill CD's (the other is my favorite- "Brave Heart")which TRULY capture this hugely talented artist's vocal abilities/interpretations. "Snake in the Grass" will take you through all of Kim's vocal textures, from tender timbres to gutsy, passionate declarations of the soul. One of Christian Music's finest vocalists.

    5 out of 5 stars Let's Talk About Kim Hill.......2000-07-08

    There is much to say about Kim Hill's Cd talk about Life. The CD is the second release from Kim HIll. Talk About Life is a powerful follow up that is Sure to inspire your soul and move your feet. It contains several upbeat rockers such as Inside of You, Snakes in the Grass and of course the Title Track Talk About Life. These tracks are simple yet not boring. New believers, will find that these helpful as they take their first babysteps with the Lord, while vetran Christians will find them to be helpful reminders of old lessons. The track Testimony is a heart wrenching reminder of our Savior's faithfullness to us in our times of need. In short,Talk About Life, speaks to all Christians and is an invitation to speak His praises. Amen!
    Old Time Reunion
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      		Old Time Reunion
      Alisa Jones , Mark Howard , Ron Wall , Stuart Duncan , Sam Bush , Aubrey Haynie , Rob Ickes , Richard Bailey , Dennis Crouch , and Kenny Malone
      Manufacturer: Green Hill / Cumberland Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD
      ASIN: B000J4HK9G

      Product Description

      Featuring: hammered dulcimer, guitar, mandolin, autoharp, fiddle, dobro, banjo and bass.
      Crossfire: A Contemporary Christian Collection
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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      		 Crossfire: A Contemporary Christian Collection
      Kathy Troccoli , Michael W. Smith , Kim Hill , Mike-E , The Prayer Chain , Hoi Polloi , Michael James , Wes King , and Rich Mullins
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      ASIN: B0009AHIL0

      Tracks:

      1. Everything Changes - Kathy Troccoli
      2. Place in This World - Michael W. Smith
      3. Mysterious Ways - Kim Hill
      4. I'll Do Anything - Mike-E
      5. Shine - The Prayer Chain
      6. Secret Ambition - Michael W. Smith
      7. Rest Tonite - Hoi Polloi
      8. That's What a Brother Is For - Michael James
      9. Robe - Wes King
      10. Sometimes by Step - Rich Mullins

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Track Listing.......2005-12-03

      1. Everything Changes - Kathy Troccoli
      2. Place In This World - Michael W. Smith
      3. Mysterious Ways - Kim Hill
      4. I'll Do Anything - Mike-E
      5. Shine - The Prayer Chain
      6. Secret Ambition - Michael W. Smith
      7. Rest Tonite - Hoi Polloi
      8. That's What A Brother Is For - Michael James
      9. Robe, The - Wes King
      10. Sometimes By Step - Rich Mullins
      Talk About Life
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		Talk About Life
        Kim Hill
        Manufacturer: Reunion
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
        Christian Contemporary MusicChristian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music
        Folk RockFolk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B00000E76Z
        Release Date: 1994-06-07

        Tracks:

        1. Inside Of You
        2. Stop, Watch And Listen
        3. Secret Place
        4. Snake In The Grass
        5. Let's Talk About Life
        6. Closer To A Broken Heart
        7. Turning
        8. Testimony
        9. Charm Is Deceitful

        Music Review:

        1. Sacred Heart
        2. Shoot Out the Lights [Hybrid SACD]
        3. Sing of Our Times/The Honey Wind Blows
        4. Sleeping on Roads
        5. So Strong
        6. Songs of Tommy Makem
        7. Southern Funkin': Louisiana Soul 1967-1979
        8. SOUTHERN SOLDIER
        9. Stained Glass Reflections: Anthology, 1960-1970
        10. Sunwheel Dance [Original recording remastered]

        Music Review

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