Bob Henrickson(bobles@northnet.org) | Northern New York | 09/21/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Who would have thought that Jonathan Edwards would be singing Bluegrass? His early songs were far closer to country rock. This album shows what a fine tenor voice he has, ideal for Bluegrass. Seldom Scene is a great group, both vocally and instrumentally. Their voices blend flawlessly with Edwards' and the instrumentals are superb. "Don't This Road Look Rough And Rocky", the first song on the album, is worth the price of the CD by itself. Hearing Edwards' old hit "Sunshine" done in Bluegrass style was a shock at first, but it sounds like it was written for Bluegrass harmonies. Jonathan Edwards fans will find two new songs by him, "How Long Have I Been Waiting For You" and "Little Hands". Seldom Scene and Bluegrass fans will find some very good listening. This is now my favorite Bluegrass album. Try it!"
Loved it Loooooooooved It!
Jessica Edwards | Bristol, Virginia and Tennessee USA | 06/30/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"My family and I absolutely love this recording of Jonathan Edwards and the Seldom Scene. We have a tape of this that we have literally worn out. When our little girls were born we sang to them the "Little Hands" song that is on this CD. Hopefully, to their delight, we will be singing to them for years to come. My husband played this tape for me on our first date and I knew that if he liked music like this he was the man for me! I would recommend this CD to anyone who loves sentimental songs and true bluegrass. If you have not listened to bluegrass in the past try this CD you will be hooked!"
Just a deep breath and a pause
Jack Purcell | Placitas, NM USA | 09/26/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The Seldom Scene is always prime bluegrass. There's not a lot out there to compete for style and staying power. Seldom Scene is one of those groups you listen to until you are sated, put the disk away, and one day find yourself digging around trying to find it. They'd probably never have topped Scenic Roots, which was a great, if it weren't for Jonathan Edwards finding his place among them for this one release. There's not a more haunting, lingering bluegrass recording anywhere than Jonathan Edwards and The Seldom Scene on Blue Ridge."
If you love bluegrass...you'll love this
Bre Branco | New Hampshire, US of A | 01/10/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I happen to be a big bluegrass and a slight Jonathan Edwards fan. Combining those things...makes for one of the most powerful and heartwarming CD's of bluegrass music you just might ever hear. There are reasons for its power, noted for their harmony, Seldom Scene keeps with that good standing providing the most incredible harmonies one can imagine. What makes it so unique is adding the mournful timbre of Jonathan. Musically this CD is tops, on a level with some of the best bluegrassers in the business. Not all songs are great, the remake of "Sunshine" (Edwards 60's tune) leaves something to be desired. However, that said, when you hear classic songs like 7 Daffodils, If I gave you and Little Hands, to name just a few, you are in serious bluegrass heaven. This is a must hear for anyone who likes bluegrass, Edwards, Seldom Scene or pure angelic harmonies."