Helen Redddy--A triumphant return to the recording studio!
dougk@gte.net | Columbus, OH | 09/30/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It is a shame that it took Helen Redddy 15 years to return to the recording studio. But the wait was well worth it!!! The highlight of this new CD is definitely Helen's version of "Tell Me It's Not True" from the Broadway show "Blood Brothers". Her vocals are strong and full of emotion. Having seen "Blood Brothers" with Petula Clark, Helen's more stylized version brought tears to my eyes. Other songs which highlight the album include "Surrender" from "Sunset Boulevard" (Helen is backed up by a gospel choir); "Your Just in Love" from "Call Me Madam", and "Fifty Percent" from "Ballroom".After listening to the 14 songs on this outstanding CD, I think Helen will be returning to Broadway or the West End in the very near future!! This 57 year old song stylist has not lost a bit of power and strength in her voice."
A PRECIOUS JEWEL FROM HELEN REDDY
rball10517@aol.com | San Antonio, Texas | 01/15/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Helen Reddy returns to recording with a wonderful collection of beautiful songs that happen to be from Broadway shows. Fans of Ms. Reddy have always apprecated her ability to choose songs with deeply felt lyrics, and this album fits right in with her best. Her crystal clear voice sounds as beautful as ever. This album, along with her Essential Collection, gets much play in my home. If you are a fan, you won't be disappointed. "Fifty Percent", "Tell Me It's Not True", and "Love Look Away" are worth the price of the CD all by themselves."
Reddy Rules
Steven Oberman | Midland, Ontario | 05/14/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Excellent return to the studio from one of the 70's best female vocalists. It has been way too long for this great artist not to record. If you were ever a Helen Reddy fan, this is a must for you!"
WHAT A SUPRISE! Reddy not ready to "surrender"
Steven Oberman | 02/08/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"What a pleasant surprise it was to see a "NEW" Reddy release, the first in 15 years. Although being somewhat skeptical about the 'broadway, show tune' music that was being covered I was blown away by the crystal clarity of her voice and the elegant production of this recording. Instead of opting for the usual over the top broadway tunes, Reddy instead chose the material very wisely. You will find no versions of "Memory", "Somewhere" or "Don't cry for me Argentina". Instead you will find little hidden away gems that are not as familiar, allowing you to listen to them for what seems the first time. She also makes each song on this recording her own. Standout cuts include: "Tell me it's not true", "My Friend", "50 Percent", "Surrender" and the wonderful Duet of "You're Just In Love". Take a chance and listen to a truly elegant recording. I'm glad I did. Now if only her and Burt Bacharach could do an album like he and Elvis Costello did. That would be amazing!"