Southern Rain

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Ever since 1992's "Achy Breaky Heart" made him a commercial smash and critical whipping boy, Billy Ray Cyrus has struggled to overcome the "one-hit" stigma, and it wasn't clear he'd ever succeed. He has. No longer does he hide behind posturing. His vocals are stronger, more confident, and expressive. While his musical edge is modern, the occasional addition of steel and fiddles hasn't hurt. He believably conveys a wide range of emotions and moods: renewal on "You Won't Be Lonely Now," wistful nostalgia on "Southern Rain," the passion of "Everywhere I Wanna Be," romantic desperation with "Love You Back," and excruciating loneliness on "Without You." He ably delivers the acerbic, satirical "Burn Down the Trailer Park" and the roadhouse rockabilly tune "Crazy 'Bout You Baby." With all this, he can be forgiven the smarmy "Hey Elvis" and "We the People," a potential advertising jingle masquerading as a patriotic number. Rough as the late '90s were for Cyrus, they brought the BRC of 2000 real strength and maturity. --Rich Kienzle

Southern Rain,Billy Ray Cyrus,Sony,Contemporary Country,Country,Country & Western,Pop

Average customer rating: Outstanding Album He is back with a vengence! SHINING THROUGH THE RAIN REALLY SHINES Well Worth The Wait Well worth the wait

Shining Through the Rain Percy Sledge Manufacturer: Varese Sarabande ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Southern Soul | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: It Tears Me Up: The Best of Percy Sledge Better to Have It The Best of Percy Sledge Willie Hightower Blue Night ASIN: B0002VESOG Release Date: 2004-08-31

Tracks:

1. Shining Through The Rain
2. Lonely Hobo Lullabye
3. 24 - 7 - 365
4. Love Come Rescue Me
5. Misty Morning
6. A Lonely Violin
7. Big Blue Diamonds
8. My Old Friend The Blues
9. Rubies & Diamonds
10. Change My Mind
11. Searching For My Love
12. Fall Inside Your Eyes
13. Road Of No Return

Album Description

The NEW album by Soul Legend, Grammy & WC Handy Award winner PERCY SLEDGE. His first album in 10 years featuring special guests including Jakob Dylan, Paul Jones & Phil Upchurch, as well as a legendary Deep South backing band.

Featuring songs written by Steve Earle, the Bee Gees, Barry Goldberg, Carla Olson, Jackie Lomax, Mikael Rickfors and others.

Customer Reviews:

Outstanding Album.......2007-04-06

Best of everything....Percy's great voice along with splendid instrumentals, especially the great licks by the solo guitarist. The organ and the sweet sound of the violin on track 6 "A Lonely Violin"!

This a must for serious music lovers!!!!!!!!

He is back with a vengence!.......2004-12-25

I read a review of this album in No Depression magazine and decided to give it a chance. To my ears it is one of the great CD'S of 2004 and I have passed the word on to several friends.Mr. Sledge is a true treasure and his interpretations of the songs on Shining Through the Rain are masterful and his backing band deserves a pat on the back too. Grumpy Greg

SHINING THROUGH THE RAIN REALLY SHINES.......2004-09-06

LOVED PERCY SLEDGE'S NEW ALBUM - SHOULD BE A WINNER

Well Worth The Wait.......2004-09-03

While I have enjoyed Percy Slege's music in the past, I bought this cd because of one track, "Lonely Violin" written by the Brothers Gibb in the early 70's. This song was never released by the Bee Gees, but I have heard their version. For my money music from the Bee Gees cannot be beat, however, I really think Percy did a great job with this song. And after listening to all the tracks on the cd, I think this is going to be one that goes in my cd player over and over.

Well worth the wait.......2004-09-01

It has been a long time since the music world has heard from Sledge, and it was worth the wait! The soulful voice of Sledge gives meaning to lyrics and recreates this genre for a whole new generation of music lovers-

Average customer rating: What a voice!!! Billy keeps it rough SOME GAVE ALL-through- SOUTHERN RAIN Billy ain't Billy anymore Wrong type of music

Southern Rain Billy Ray Cyrus Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: Shot Full of Love Trail of Tears It Won't Be the Last Storm in the Heartland The Other Side ASIN: B00004ZDOL Release Date: 2000-10-17

Tracks:

1. You Won't Be Lonely Now
2. Southern Rain
3. All I'm Thinking About Is You
4. We The People
5. I Will
6. Love You Back
7. Burn Down The Trailer Park
8. Everywhere I Wanna Be
9. Crazy 'Bout You Baby
10. Without You
11. Hey Elvis (Bonus Track)

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Ever since 1992's "Achy Breaky Heart" made him a commercial smash and critical whipping boy, Billy Ray Cyrus has struggled to overcome the "one-hit" stigma, and it wasn't clear he'd ever succeed. He has. No longer does he hide behind posturing. His vocals are stronger, more confident, and expressive. While his musical edge is modern, the occasional addition of steel and fiddles hasn't hurt. He believably conveys a wide range of emotions and moods: renewal on "You Won't Be Lonely Now," wistful nostalgia on "Southern Rain," the passion of "Everywhere I Wanna Be," romantic desperation with "Love You Back," and excruciating loneliness on "Without You." He ably delivers the acerbic, satirical "Burn Down the Trailer Park" and the roadhouse rockabilly tune "Crazy 'Bout You Baby." With all this, he can be forgiven the smarmy "Hey Elvis" and "We the People," a potential advertising jingle masquerading as a patriotic number. Rough as the late '90s were for Cyrus, they brought the BRC of 2000 real strength and maturity. --Rich Kienzle

Customer Reviews:

What a voice!!!.......2003-09-02

I became Billy Ray's fan since "Some Gave All". I am not an American but the title track really moved me. And I found that the man has an incredibly expressive and beautiful voice. "It won't be the last" was another great one, but after that album it seemed to me Billy almost forgot that he could really sing and kept growling. I wish there were more songs which could REALLY showcast Billy's vocal and emotions, like "She's not crying anymore", "Ain't no good goodbye", "Somebody new" etc.

With "Southern Rain", I can finally relate this guy to the great singer I once admired. His vocal really shines in this album, with even deeper emotions. The songs are all lovely. He sang quite a few big ballads, and they are all great and they suit him so well. Besides the title cut, I especially love "Love you back", the way he sustained the highest note in the song is so powerful and moving. He's the kind of singer who can make an ordinary tune sound so beautiful. And with quality songwriting like in this one, you owe yourself checking it out.

To me, Billy Ray Cyrus is more than just a country rocker, he is defintely a very accomplished vocalist with a remarkable voice that shames most of the other pop singers. I always wonder why he isn't as big as he deserves to be. He truly has the superstar quality - he writes good music, he sings well, he looks good and he has a big heart! Need I say more?

Those who snoot and dismiss Cyrus without paying attention to his music don't know what they are missing.

Billy keeps it rough.......2003-04-08

Billy Ray Cyrus' voice has really matured in this album. After an excellent comeback with Shot Full of Love and an all new sound, Billy is stayiong on the same track as always, with gruff lyrics and catchy pop hooks. However, as always, there are the weak songs on this album that Billy can't seem to avoid. His voice isn't well suited for certain songs but he performs them anyway, creating a break in the album that just doesn't seem to fit. All in all, though, Southern Rain is worth the buy if you're a big Billy Ray fan. It is Billy at his most mature, and at times very heartfelt. However, it is not the best introductory album. If you are looking to start your Billy Ray Cyrus collection, start it with Some Gave All or Cover to Cover.

SOME GAVE ALL-through- SOUTHERN RAIN.......2002-12-13

each cd shows the wide range BRC is capable of, & each rates 5 stars to me. why this talent has been "black balled" to me is simple. the man is good looking & went to the top with his 1st cd & reviewers can't stand that. his success on tv makes it even worse. i listen to various country radio stations in diff. states & never hear his songs. since 9/11 why do we hear lee greenwood's tired ol' song every hour & not BRC's "some gave all"? not country enough? now we have Australian's & singers wearing wool hats like rappers (k.chesney) answer-pure JEALOUSY!!

Billy ain't Billy anymore.......2002-07-24

Billy Ray has steadily declined in his performances with each passing album. I base this on a standard of true country music. His first two CDs were exceptional. However, this and his last have left Nashville and country music long behind. If you want country music this CD doesn't deliver. If you like the typical Nashville Pop that emanates from Tennessee these days you may like it. Come on Billy how about gettin country again.

Wrong type of music.......2002-03-04

Billy Ray Cyrus really has a great voice but either his manager or Billy Ray are choosing the wrong type of music. This is another CD that does not hit the mark.This guy is singing songs where the music does not give his voice the opportunity to be heard. I have about 5 of his CD's and mostly have been disappointed in all of them except his first. Billy Ray can sing a ballad probably better that anyone and with feeling. This is the music that would get him recognized not the screaming songs. He very rarely puts a ballad on any CD's but when he does they are great. From other CD's listen to "She's not cryin anymore" and "When I'm Gone" then you will see what I mean. I am not buying anymore of his CD's until I am sure he has some ballads on them.

Average customer rating: It's going to rain

It's Gonna Rain Again The Sensational Nightingales Manufacturer: Mca Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Similar Items: The Best of the Sensational Nightingales Legendary Groups of Gospel Lord You've Been Good to Me Don't Give Up The Best of the Mighty Clouds of Joy ASIN: B00000G148 Release Date: 1998-12-01

Tracks:

1. At The Meeting
2. A Heart Like Thine
3. At Calvary
4. Where Could I Go
5. This Last Mile
6. It's Gonna Rain Again
7. The Sweet Forever
8. Love Led Him To Calvary
9. The Old Account
10. Hold To God's Hand

Customer Reviews:

It's going to rain.......2006-08-21

This CD was just what I was looking for. I use to have the records but got misplaced over the years. I really enjoyed this cd and give it a 5 star rating.

Thanks
J.H.

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Rain Trains & the Lord Almighty Manufacturer: Ned Van Go ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Southern Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA3LS6 Release Date: 2004-03-02

Tracks:

1. Back Home
2. Sweet Rebecca
3. Fade Out
4. Jennifer
5. Love Her Anyway
6. Bartender
7. Interstate
8. Ma Janet
9. Hold Down Mary
10. Laid
11. Lonely Town

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Southern Rain Duke Michaels and the Jody Reynolds Band Manufacturer: Tru Gems ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000P5H8OG

Product Description

12-track CD on Tru Gems, year unknown.

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Southern Rain Cowboy Junkies Manufacturer: Rca ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000929AO

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Heavenly Country / Wind, Rain, & Fire Squire Parsons Manufacturer: Passage Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music ASIN: B000O0M3B0

Product Description

EXTREMELY RARE!!! 2 Albums on one CD.

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Tennessee Rain Manufacturer: Rainy Day Records, Inc. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music Southern Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CAALWA Release Date: 2000-10-17

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Comfort, Susan McDonald, guitar Manufacturer: Eroica Classical Recordings ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Granados, Enrique | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Tarrega | Tarrega, Francisco | ( T ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Guitar | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00005RD7N Release Date: 2001-08-09

Tracks:

1. Rain
2. Danza Espa #5
3. The Mother of the Universe Dances by Moonlight Opus 10
4. Recuerdos de la Alhambra
5. Ambivalence
6. The Clock
7. Chorinho
8. -12. Southern Suite
9. -15. Reflections of a Night
10. Joplin in Rio
11. Romanza
12. I Adagio - Vivace
13. II Andante
14. III Bourree - Rondo

Album Description

This recording was Inspired by an experience with cancer patients. Music by Myron McDonald (Ambivalence), Nicholas Weber (The Clock), John Pierce (Rain, Joplin in Rio, Chorinho, Dances by Moonlight), Paul Clancy (Southern Suite, Reflections of a Night), Enrique Granados (Danza Española #5) and Francisco Tarrega (Recuerdos de la Alhambra)

Rapidly becoming recognized as one of the most exciting new talents on the international music scene, Susan McDonald has given concerts in a wide variety of venues, from community colleges to Carnegie Hall Her audiences have ranged from the elderly residents of a Viennese nursing home to the President of the United States, and her music has been enthusiastically received in concert halls, outdoor festivals, universities, libraries, museum, and numerous other venues.

A native of Texas, Susan McDonald began playing the guitar at the age of seven. As a teenager she became the student of Pepe Romero, with whom she studied intensively in the United States and in Europe. Public appearances soon followed with concerts in Texas, Florida, California and New York. She has given concerts in South America, Europe, throughout the United States and in Canada, where in 1992 she did a residency at the Banff Centre for the Arts. She has played for radio and television broadcasts in the United States, Germany, Austria and Equador.

Her recording of the Carmen Miranda standard "Tico-Tico" was chosen by the German newspaper Welt am sonntag as one of the "Classical Top-Ten of the Week." Susan McDonald has premiered works by many contemporary composers, including Edgar Cortes, Hampton Burt, Rodrigo Rodrigues, Myron McDonald, Paul Clancy and John King. She self-produced four CDs, two of which, "The Cathedral" and "Comfort," were nominated for Grammy awards.

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Welcome to the Dead End Ghett Paid Manufacturer: Ghett Paid ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Southern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CAFUO4 Release Date: 2005-08-09

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