Disco de The Statler Brothers: “30th Anniversary Celebration”

Truly a masterpiece, and a must for any Statler's fan. There is one error I must point out, on disc 4, the version of How Great Thou Art is actually the earlier version featuring the late Lew DeWitt, and not the Jimmy Fortune version as listed in the liner notes. I agree with one reviewer regarding Mr. Autry, that great tribute to cowboy star Gene Autry featured on the 1979 album The Originals, however to be fair, Mr. Autry was never released as a single. A song that was released on a single and is not included in this set is Whatever, a cute and peppy song with a great play on words, the type that the Statlers do so well. This song was on The Legend Goes On album, released in 1982, and is , I believe, the last album with Lew DeWitt as a member of the group. Regardless, the box set is a keeper! I challenge anyone over the age of 40 to listen to That Summer on Disc 1, a bittersweet narrative by Harold, without choking up! I originally purchased the cassette tape version, and as a cross country truck driver I wore out 2 copies before buying a CD player( on Amazon.com, of course!) for my truck, and the CD version of this set. I reccomend it to everyone!

Any Statler Brothers fan will love this box set. From "Flowers on the Wall" to "Elizabeth", this box set takes you back in time when the Statler Brothers generated a string of hits after their stint with Johnny Cash. Their harmonies, musicianship, and their uncanny ability to write and perform songs that are truly American are captured in this box set. This set also includes many pictures and notes of the group including the departure (sadly) of Lew Dewitt and the discovery of Jimmy Fortune (whom I also enjoy). You cannot go wrong with purchasing this set.

This is for the die hard Statler fans. This goes from the start with Lew Dewitt and then with Jimmy. How great to have a collection with the greatest bunch of guys. Thirty years of highlights with these guys is a pleasure to have. There is old, middle and new stuff to listen to. I have not had it off since it arrived this afternoon. Worth every penny and more. I have most every one of there albums and now it is great to get the cd's. They are pure american. Thanks guys

This has got to be absolutely the best collection of songs from any group in any genre that has ever been compiled. For anyone that is a fan of the Statler Brothers, or just enjoys listening to them from time to time, you NEED this one. This proved to be the best gift my husband ever gave me and it gets listened to 3-4 times a week - I certainly got his money's worth. GET THIS ONE QUICK!

If you're a Statler Bros fan this is a great addition. Almost all of the favorites are on the 3 CD set in a convenient 'book' style container.