Monday 8 October 2018

Live – GLEN CAMPBELL****

More-There’s A Place For Us (Medley)/Didn’t We/Dreams Of The Everyday Housewife/By The Time I Get To Phoenix/For Once In My Life/Its Over/Gentle On My Mind/Where’s The Playground Susie/Dock Of The Bay/If You Go Away/Walk Right In/The Impossible Dream

This first live album from popular country star Glen Campbell, recorded at the Garden States Art Centre, Holmdel, New Jersey in 1968, omits some of his later big hits. (US:13 UK:16)

“This is a near perfect and absolutely enjoyable performance by one of the greatest country-rock crossover artists. If you are a Glen Campbell fan, this is one of the best live recordings of all time. If you are not a Glen Campbell fan, this recording can help you appreciate something that was magical back in the time when live recordings weren't valued as much as they are today.”

“This album is wonderful listening and contains everything from pop to bluegrass. Glen's vocals are outstanding and his musical versatility amazing. It will be a standard for years to come.”

“Glen's personality really shines through in his songs and audience interaction on this album. This is a classic live performance by Glen in his prime.” ,p> “Campbell was at the top of his game at this concert, and the energy and quality of his voice comes through on this recording. It doesn't have some of his biggest hits, but the sheer power and range of his voice more than makes up for it.” ,p> “I could tell you just how great this album is. If you're a Glen Campbell fan, you'll want this album. If you're curious or just getting into him and want a good album to start with, you should try this album.”

“This LP has some great guitar intros that most guitar players will love whether you play folk, country or jazz. Folk lovers will probably enjoy Glen's version of Walk Right In and jazz enthusiasts might enjoy the guitar notes in Glen's cover of For Once In My Life. Also, there are a couple of old banjo tunes as well. And, of course, it doesn't hurt that this LP has lush orchestral arrangements from the Garden State Orchestra.”

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