"O Brother" Fans Beware!
Steven R. Seim | Beaver Dam, WI United States | 07/11/2002
(2 out of 5 stars)
"Despite the clever packaging, this CD was NOT produced by the folks behind "O Brother Where Art Thou?"As it claims, this CD does contain original recordings of many of the songs on the "O Brother" soundtrack. If you're looking for the genuine article, this is it.However, as is common with recordings this old, many of the originals were made by semi-professionals with primitive recording technology. As a result, these "originals" do not have the clarity, the warmth, or the production values of the masterful performances on "O Brother" and the companion live album "Down from the Mountain." If you're looking for music that sounds like those two albums, try Gillian Welch's "Revival" instead."
Original/vintage versions of songs from the soundtrack
M. J. Smith | 06/17/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Here are many of the songs from the "O Brother Where Art Thou" and "Down from the Mountain" CDs, performed either by the original artists or in vintage renditions, as well as other great songs in the "roots and blues" vein. An interesting and enjoyable comparison/companion to the soundtrack albums."