Wandering Strange

Wandering Strange

Editorial Reviews
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It was a divine inspiration for Kate Campbell to take the traditional Baptist hymnal to the Fame Studios (and famed rhythm section) of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The musicians forged a groove that renews the spiritual testament of hymns that predate gospel--the rock upon which Southern soul is built--while the sweet-voiced preacher's daughter contributes some original material in a similar vein of uplift. (Less of a musical fit is the homily-laden "The House You Live In," written by Gordon Lightfoot.) Though her voice lacks the grit so often associated with such fare, the churchy strains of keyboardist Spooner Oldham, Campbell's right-hand man throughout, have never sounded more at home. As arranged by Campbell, centuries-old hymns such as "There Is a Fountain" and "The Prodigal" sound timeless in their stately majesty. --Don McLeese

Tracks:

The House You Live In
Come Thou Fount
There Is A Fountain
10,000 Lures
The Prodigal
Now Is The Day Of Salvation
Bear It Away
Jordan's Stormy Banks
The King's Business
Dear Little Stranger
The Last Song

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It was a divine inspiration for Kate Campbell to take the traditional Baptist hymnal to the Fame Studios (and famed rhythm section) of Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The musicians forged a groove that renews the spiritual testament of hymns that predate gospel--the rock upon which Southern soul is built--while the sweet-voiced preacher's daughter contributes some original material in a similar vein of uplift. (Less of a musical fit is the homily-laden "The House You Live In," written by Gordon Lightfoot.) Though her voice lacks the grit so often associated with such fare, the churchy strains of keyboardist Spooner Oldham, Campbell's right-hand man throughout, have never sounded more at home. As arranged by Campbell, centuries-old hymns such as "There Is a Fountain" and "The Prodigal" sound timeless in their stately majesty. --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

Wandering Strange Is Strangely Wonderful.......2004-02-25

I've never been a "fan" of anybody. I suppose I'm eclectic liking this and that, but I have never more than one album of any recording artist. It's just too much of the same for me. But Kate Campbell has my attention. Wandering Strange was my first Kate Campbell album. Sweet. Gospel songs that aren't gospelly--beautiful and meaningful but there is no preacher in sight. I think that only Kate Campbell could do this. I broke tradition and bought a second of her albums (Rosaryville). Today I bought a third Kate Campbell album. But I'm still not a fan! I'm just . . . captivated by her wonderful talent.

What a Find!.......2002-08-13

Gospel-country-rock will soothe your soul
and heal your broken heart.
This is a major talent.

Very Soulful Gospel.......2001-11-10

I loved the variety of songs and instrumentals on this album.
She sings with great depth and feeling. I really liked Cjome Thou Fount, There Is a Fountain and On Jordan's Stormy Banks.

10,000 lures.......2001-07-11

I found Kate Campbell's collection of gospel music to be filled with a heartfelt understanding of God's grace walked out in shoe leather. Her faith is expressed in a heartfelt thankfulness rather than a pios or "preachy" voice. Wonderful music. A wonderful message. Refreshingly funny.

lavek@aol.com.......2001-04-13

I really needed this cd. A bad week at work, struggles on every side, our first baby arriving in 3 weeks. Needless to say, I had a lot on my mind. The people at (...) might have wondered what I was listening to while I fought back both tears and shouts of joy. The Lord used this CD to lift me up. It helped me to put things back into perspective.

Average customer rating:

Good bargain.

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