C. Kuschel-Toerber | Frankfurt, Hessen | 10/23/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
""River of Souls", released in the Fall of 1993, is one of the best albums Dan Fogelberg has ever recorded - a mature piece of work which highlights his amazing instumental and vocal abilities as well as his outstanding songwriting skills. From the toe-tapping Calypso rhythms of "Magic Every Moment" to the wonderful world music flavored title track, this CD should have sold the millions of copies that the comparatively poor, simultanously released "River of Dreams" album by Billy Joel did.Dan Fogelberg has been recording albums for almost 30 years now, and he still keeps getting better, with "River of Souls" being another milestone in his distinguished career."
15+ years from then to listening to him now.
elsie61 | 10/07/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I stumbled across this album. I spent college listening to the albums he released in the late 70s and early 80s. Now my tastes have changed and this was a fantastic treat. Our family favorite is the title track "River of Souls" - the instrumentals are just so rich and pleasing to listen to. Serengeti Moon is also another favorite. One criticism - the police siren in "Higher Ground" startled my spouse and I the first few times we listened to the CD in the car. The music is rich for want of a better description."
Forever Fresh
pc57 | Atascadero, CA United States | 06/13/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have own this album for several years and never get tired of listening to it. Time and again I have discovered new depth in the lyrics of a certain song or new subtleties in the music. My three favorite songs are "Holy Road," "River of Souls," and magic ever moment"
If I could choose only one - This is it!
Carol | Grants Pass, OR | 01/25/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is one of those rare gems of a cd that has all the outstanding elements that make it soar it to the top of the list and then keeps it there. If you enjoy meaningful lyrics sung in a passionate, yet melodic moving voice, a clear quality sound mixture full of diverse instrumentation dappled with dancing percussion then this is the cd to have, enjoy, and share. It is also an interesting compilation of songs from upbeat catchy to sincere. My favorite is the stunning, mystical feeling that 'Minstrel' conveys to me, and its clear full orchestration. When I hear it and I become the wind, the islands, and the sea and all that is part of that. Every song on the cd is timeless and meaningful. 'Faces of America' is a banner song for me symbolizing where we should be; caring for each other, work for everyone, and the American dream. 'Voice for Peace' is perfect right now. I would like a choice on this one. 'River of Souls' a rhythmic interconnectedness with the roots of the ages. The title of 'Magic Every Moment' says it all, an immediate favorite. The song reaches out and touches one. 'A Love Like This' is contemplative, sincere and moving. 'Holy Road', love this song, gets up and rocks with beat and intensity and great lyrics: a wake-up call. Try this meaningful world-beat musical masterpiece for yourself. I can only thank the man for seeing it to conception and sharing it with us. Sincerely, Carol B."
Long Time Fan
Carol | 08/02/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"One of Dan's deepest and wide ranging works. Lyrics, as always, are superb. The music is very eccletic, unique and stimulating. Faces of America, Holy Road, Serengenti Moon and A Voice For Peace, in particular, are outstanding. I've been listening to it regualrly for years, and can't seem to stop."