Magnificent offering from a truly outstanding performer
Paul Tognetti | Cranston, RI USA | 06/19/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Here in the United States a lot of people have probably heard Judith Durham on the radio and in recordings but most would admit they have never heard of her. That is really too bad because the lead singer of the Seekers is one of the finest female vocalists on the planet. She has always been revered in her native Australia and the folks in England have adored her for decades. In addition to her work over the years with the Seekers Judith Durham has recorded a total of 8 albums as a solo artist. This disc, released in 2000, is her first collection of entirely original material. Judith penned all but one of the tunes herself and as you will see she has become quite a capable songwriter. My favorite tune on the disc has to be "It's Hard to Leave". It is one of the most poignant goodbye songs you will ever hear. In addition, I also enjoyed the title cut "Hold On To Your Dream", "In Your Love" and a nice little ditty entitled "Coulda Woulda Shoulda". "Australia Land of Today" a song commemorating the 100th anniversary of Australia's Federation is a truly remarkable song. Judiths goal with this song was to give Australians of all racial backgrounds a song they could feel good about. It's hard to make observations from over 6000 miles away but from where I sit it appears that this tune could one day be adopted as the new Australian national anthem. And finally, there are 3 tunes on the album that feature memorable piano accompaniment by Judiths beloved husband, the late Ron Edgeworth. Ron passed away from dibilitating Motor Neurone Disease in 1994. This outstanding collection comes complete with a nicely done 12 page booklet that includes lyrics to all the songs as well as comments by Judith about each one of the tunes. It seems that the more I hear her the more I love her music. Check this one out and see if you don't agree with me that Judith Durham really is one of the greatest female vocalists of our time."
Judith does it again.
Y2bjs Reviews | Melbourne Australia | 06/23/2006
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I love listening to Judiths voice.I dont think i would pay much attention to these songs if anyone else sung them.She has an ability to reach out with true emotion in her voice.
Here is a a very good CD.Some of the songs have been co-written by her late husband Ron Edgeworth.But most songs have been penned by herself.
The Cd i have gives a description of each song and where she got the particular songs from.She appears to have put together a collection of songs from here and there and pieced it together,and forming an exceptional cd."
Wow
Y2bjs Reviews | 10/15/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I hadn't heard Judith Durham solo except with the Seekers until I acquired this and her other solo album. If it were vinyl it would be history. Where can I get more? I understand she has a couple of jazz albums out but you can't improve upon perfection. This is a great alblum"
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1