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The ballad of Kevin Gilbert.........

J-Dogg | WI/IL, United States | 10/20/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Although I would not go as far as saying this album is a "masterpiece" as some have implied, I think it comes close to that title. It has plenty of euphoric moments and showcases the writing talents of Kevin Gilbert and Patrick Leonard.

Let me say this right off the bat.



This release led me to the creative genius that is Kevin Gilbert. It has given me plenty of listening pleasure, and its impossible to put that into a monetary value. It hasn't left my leather CD case for over a year now.

I come back to it after a month or so and it sounds fresher and better than it did the listen before.



It was originally the song "The Ballad Of Jenny Ledge" that drew me in and got me hooked on all things Kevin Gilbert. I expect nothing different from you if you give his music a chance.



"Last Plane Out" seems like the perfect tune to start off an album, and "We Always Come Home" it's perfect ending. In between you have some wonderful songs that end up in your subconscious.

"Turn it on Salvador" (In honor of Mr. Dali) , "Things She Said" (w/ Julian Lennon on background vocals, the incredible "Remember my name",& and "There was a little boy" are among the highlights.



Some incredible chemistry going on throughout and it shows the promise of what could have been if this group of individuals had been able to see this through and continue on releasing albums. We've got some serious talent involved here on the playing and producing front, as well as plenty of inspiring moments, delightful melodies, and song structure.



I discovered Kevin Gilbert well after he had left this world.

Sometimes while listening to this great artist, I think to myself how much seminal music we all missed out on with his passing.

I'm happy we still have the music he made while still here on earth. He has inspired me, provoked me, challenged me, and instilled me with so many thoughts, emotions, and visuals like all great music should.



I wish it were so much easier and less expensive to listen to this great band/artist. I wish more material would be made available to the public to feed my appetite! RIP Kevin. You made some beautiful noise while you were here."

Incredible

Michael Chaney | Nashville, TN USA | 03/25/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"A friend bought this for me years ago - like others here it was from the cut bin and going for $1 in the mid-90's, when Kevin was still alive. Every single song on this album is single-release-quality, start to finish. Get this music if you can.



For those of you who aren't familiar with Kevin Gilbert, please look up a good biography of him. He helped launch Sheryl Crow's career, and her music was probably more popular than his.



This is the most-played CD that I own. The music is great, the production quality flawless, the lyrics thoughtful and masterful.



Gilbert's untimely death leaves so many questions of what could have been."