Simply put, Campbell interprets the pure emotion and sensitivity of Webb's words and music. I have seen Jimmy several time in New York over the last few (10 or 12) years and he always pays homage to Campbell in some way at those events. Listening to the tunes on this CD allows the listener to understand his respect for Campbell. I think Jimmy must have written many of these songs knowing that Campbell would interpret them just the way Jimmy intended for them to be sung.
Old fans will enjoy hearing Campbell sing more than just the commercial "Galveston" and "Wichita Lineman". Fresh listeners will immediatley appreciate both Jimmy and Glen, and can't help but being new converts.
Terrific listening on every track particularly on " Still within the sound of my voice."
I have a lot of Glen Campbell music, but this is now my favorite. I have always loved the music of Jimmy Webb, and the combination with Glen is supurb. I get tired of hearing only the big hit songs, and this has some new ones, new to me anyway, gems. His songs are so full of wonderful lyrics and beautiful melodies, that you wonder why more of them weren't hits. Glen's vocals are very rich and satisfying. I would recommend this highly to anyone and especially to Glen Campbell fans.
When two geniuses come together, often , it`s something special.Sometimes, it`s something magical.
Jimmy Webb is one of the 20th centuries best popular songwriters. His talent demands comparison with Gershwin, Cole Porter, etc.
His ability to coin a phrase that relates to his listeners is uncannily touching. It is also the mark of genius.
Yet, sometimes, a great thought, or a great song can get overlooked because of how it is presented. And, an undeserving thought can be given unwarranted influence because of the effectiveness of it`s presentation.
Somewhere within Glen Campbell`s soul lies a special understanding of Jimmy Webb`s thoughts and dreams.His voice,emotions, and feelings are a perfect backdrop for what Webb`s dreams are.
These two men are a perfect example of what happens when two gifted artists come together, and the result is greater than the sum of the parts.
Breathtaking artistry is evident in almost every one of these songs.
The lesser known and commercially unsucessful collabrations of these two artists are some of the most breathtaking.
If you want to listen to some of the best songs of our generation, buy this album. Listen to it in a quiet room at least twice before forming an opinion.
The commercial sucesses make it entertaining, and worth the money.
The lesser known make you appreciate talent, ability, and love for music.
It`s something everyone should expirience at least once in their lives.
Campbell and Webb. Two geniuses, each within their own paticular field are deserving of the fame they`ve achieved as artists.
However, when combined, they represent some of the most memorable moments of popular music of our times.
Webb and Campbell were meant to be together. His voice and Webbs lyrics were a match made in music heaven. I had the wonderful experience to see them both together in Indianapolis about 3 years ago. Poor Glen tried to keep up with his family band as he played all those songs from his career and Webb was there giving us a sample of all the wonderful songs he had written. So inspirational...so unforgetable...just like this album. Ths album is gold and can't be played enough.
I have enjoyed Glenn Campbell singing Jimmy Webb's songs for years. This was a great trip down memory lane. Thanks
