Positively Live! [Live]

Positively Live! [Live]

Editorial Reviews
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Many songwriters rely on introspection and world-weariness to fuel their compositions. Perhaps it's easier to craft powerful lyrics and a hypnotic melody if your soul is tortured. But D.C.-based folk duo the Kennedys have not taken this route. Positively Live, a 14-song collection that seeks to capture the renowned energy of their stage performances, is filled with songs of hope and optimism. All tracks feature two voices, two guitars--nothing more. However, this sparse presentation is not enough to make the Kennedys more palatable. Pete's captivating solos and lightning-fast picking cannot mask the duo's limitations, mostly their simplistic, syrupy-sweet lyrics. Die-hard fans may swoon, but newcomers should check out the Kennedys' 2000 release, the electronic-influenced Evolver, for a more intriguing offering. --Sally Weinbach

Tracks:

In That Number
Absolutley, Positively
I'm Still Amazed
He's Already Climbed That Mountain
We'll See Jesus Christ the King
My Lord's Been With Me All the Way
Oh the Glory Did Roll
He Included Me
Until the Day
Praise God, It's Settled, I'm Saved
Oh Daniel
I'll Pray for You

Customer Reviews:

The Perry's CD.......2003-02-27

I have ordered the Video that goes along with my CD. I hope it gets here soon! I love the Perry's. They are so AWESOME! I have saw them in person so many time. They are always a blessing to see and to hear. If you are thinking of getting any The Perry's music.. DO IT You won't go wrong unless you decide not to.

Absolutely positively awesome!.......2000-10-16

After having seen a video on a local gospel music program here in Sylacauga, I had to dash out and purchase that CD. I was blown away by "I'm Still Amazed." It has been a bleesing to me in my daily walk and in my work as outreach/evangelism director at my church.

The vocal range of Nicole Watts, whom I hate to see leave, is unbelieveable. She gave me chills with "Praise God, It's Settled, I'm Saved." Tracy Stuffel is very entertaining as the spokesperson for the group and brings some light-hearted fun to the introduction of the songs on the CD. David Hill has a gorgeous tenor voice - he sings like an angel.

All in all, this is a very, very, very good CD. I have played mine so many times that I'm going to have to buy another - one for my car and one for my house. I just can't get enough of it. If you have any doubts about your relationship with the Lord, listening to the selections on this CD and hearing the beautiful blend of voices as they praise God, you will no longer doubt - just listen to "I'm Still Amazed," "Oh the Glory Did Roll," "Praise God, It's Settled, I'm Saved," then close it out with "I Will Pray for You" which is a slow tempo prayerful number. I look forward to hearing more from the Perry's SOON - even without Nicole.

live southern gospel at its best.......2000-07-13

this is one of the best live southern gospel albums i've heard in years and rate it second only tothe hinson's live album made in the 80's . the 2,3,8,9,12,are great and the number10 song is the top song in the nation this month. the soprano singer is my favorite singer in the industry.

Average customer rating:

wonderful stuff!
Great CD
to even things up a bit.
Yay for the Kennedys... Yay for Yay!
Finally! Pete and Maura caught LIVE!

Positively Live!
The Kennedys
Manufacturer: Jiffy Jam Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Introduction
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River Of Fallen Stars
Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring
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Amazon.com

Many songwriters rely on introspection and world-weariness to fuel their compositions. Perhaps it's easier to craft powerful lyrics and a hypnotic melody if your soul is tortured. But D.C.-based folk duo the Kennedys have not taken this route. Positively Live, a 14-song collection that seeks to capture the renowned energy of their stage performances, is filled with songs of hope and optimism. All tracks feature two voices, two guitars--nothing more. However, this sparse presentation is not enough to make the Kennedys more palatable. Pete's captivating solos and lightning-fast picking cannot mask the duo's limitations, mostly their simplistic, syrupy-sweet lyrics. Die-hard fans may swoon, but newcomers should check out the Kennedys' 2000 release, the electronic-influenced Evolver, for a more intriguing offering. --Sally Weinbach

Customer Reviews:

wonderful stuff!.......2004-06-10

acoustic music that is truly exciting and vibrant.

Great CD.......2004-04-18

Out of all that is available on CD by the Kennedys, this is probably their best effort, if you were to buy just one of their CDs. Some of the cuts are "extended" versions of previously issued material.

to even things up a bit........2003-04-14

Just out of curiousity, how many times is one be allowed to "vote" on these ratings? steve+numbers has voted twice, has cast all the negative votes, and up to now represented 50% of all ratings. gimme a break.

Yay for the Kennedys... Yay for Yay!.......2002-05-30

This album is 90% representative of a live Kennedys show (you just can't get that extra 10% without being there). It's wonderful, including "new" mixes of tunes, some of those quintessential Kennedys medleys, and even some commentary. It's truly a POSITIVE experience, bringing you into a groovy Beatles-like, jam band, folkie, retro, rock experience. Highly recommended.

Finally! Pete and Maura caught LIVE!.......2001-05-23

A Pete and Maura Kennedy live show is just about the most fun you can have listening to music!

Their energy, musicianship, and rapport with an audience, is something to savor in memory until the next opportunity to see them.

Now that their live act is captured on this CD, the wait between shows won't seem quite as long!

Add this to your Kennedys collection today!

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