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Wonderful collection Dec 13, 2008
When I was 12 a friend introduced me to Rick when she played "Working Class Dog" for me on her record player. I have loved his music - and had a crush on him - ever since. All during my teenage years I listened to his songs over and over again.
Since I haven't owned a record player in years, I got rid of my Rick records long ago. I have a hits CD, but it's missing so many of the songs I loved.
This anthology CD has them all, plus many nice surprises. As others have said, the only song I miss is "Bruce."
I love that this CD includes some of his songs from the 70s. I had heard those albums but never owned them.
I loved all of the songs from the "Living in Oz" album when I was a teen, especially the title song. It may sound corny, but I nearly cried a couple of days ago when I heard that song for the first time in years. It's a great song, and it also brought back a flood of memories.
I love that Rick included explanations about his inspiration for writing each of the songs, plus about the production of each album. His candid notes are interesting, and often funny.
I think this anthology showcases Rick's talent, and is an explanation of why Rick has had a steady following beyond his success in the 80s.
If you like Rick's music, you'll enjoy this collection. If you love Rick's music, you must buy this collection.
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Surprisingly Solid Collection, Will Change Your Opinion of Rick Oct 21, 2008
I can't believe I'm writing this -- Rick's early, charged version of "Eleanor Rigby" may be one of the most creative covers of that song I've ever heard.
After leading off with that spectacular cover, this collection just gets better and better. I really enjoyed his pre-fame work, including "Speak to the Sky," but he of course hits his stride with an amazingly catchy string of guitar-based power pop that to my ears sound like a more poppy version of Todd Rungren and Utopia. Really good stuff.
Ok sure, Rick like so many others fell under the spell of mid-80's studio technology, which apparently required the use of loud electronic drums, bombastic screeches, and syncopated synth lines that make you want to tear out your speakers ("Rock of Life") and the album drags a bit there. But there are even gems during this relatively fallow period -- "Honeymoon in Beirut" should have been a big hit, and "State of the Heart" is as catchy as anything from Working Class Dog.
In the end Rick comes through beautifully, listen to "Beautiful You" or his lovely take on "For No One" and see if you don't agree. I've been pretty much playing these two cds straight through for the last two weeks in my car, and my opinion of Rick Springfield has entirely changed.
This guy seriously deserves a second look.
zoot locker Apr 23, 2008
most rock singers have more than 1 hit!why do these people say people like mr.springfield had only 1 hit?ted nugent also had more than 1 hit!the knack had more than 1 hit also!its amazing 2 see these people from rolling stone say they only made 1 hit and thats it!also keith green was a popular christian rock singer with a few hits also!we need 2 set the record straight and correct these people!
Written in Rock Mar 07, 2008
I absolutely love this CD. I like the mix of the old with the new. I recently saw Rick in concert, and it was a fantastic show. I would highly recommend this CD to fans. His voice is a little raspy, but he still sounds good.
You've Gotta See Him In Concert!!!! Feb 03, 2008
I've been a Rick Springfield fan for years and years and if you've never seen him in concert you've missed a real treat. If you go to one-- you'll come away wanting everything he's ever done. Energy! Charisma!Sensuality! Best of all a unique Humor that many stars just don't have. No wonder he's endured when others have been added to the "where are they now list". Do give Christmas With You a listen too. Beautiful, touching and dedicated to our soldiers.
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