Revolutions Of Time: The Journey 1975-1993 [Box set]

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More so than most country artists, Willie Nelson is difficult to thoroughly investigate without delving into his individual releases, which often revolve around either musical or lyrical concepts. So give Columbia credit for assembling such a cohesive, provocative collection, one that covers every aspect of his glorious career and that amply showcases his distinctive singing, songwriting, and gut-string work. Disc 1 (entitled Pilgrimage), worth the price of admission alone, focuses on his remarkable 1970s and early-1980s work: the Red Headed Stranger cuts, the Lefty Frizzell tributes, the Stardust standards, searing live cuts, the Electric Horseman cowboy odes and Honeysuckle Rose gems, and the best of Always on My Mind. Disc 2 (Sojourns) pairs Nelson with an impressive array of partners: Haggard, Price, Miller, Pierce, Charles, Young (both Neil and Faron), Santana, Possum, Dylan, Cash, Snow, Jennings, Julio, Dolly, Kristofferson. Disc 3 (Exodus) collects the mid-1980s and early-1990s stuff, and while it contains moments of brilliance, it doesn't match up to the first two discs. All in all, a marvelous 60-song collection filled with an astonishing number of spine-chilling moments. --Marc Greilsamer

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Average customer rating: An American Country Music Icon. THESE ARE THE WILLIE NELSON SONGS HISTORY WILL REMEMBER ! Willie Nelson proves he can sing any song with anyone. Super! "It's Better Than I Thought"

Revolutions Of Time: The Journey 1975-1993 Willie Nelson Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Outlaw & Progressive Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Box Sets | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Complete Atlantic Sessions Red Headed Stranger "Willie Nelson - Nite Life: Greatest Hits and Rare Tracks, 1959-1971" It Always Will Be The Complete Hank Williams Jr. ASIN: B000002ABQ Release Date: 1995-11-14

Tracks:

1. Time Of The Preacher
2. Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain
3. If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time
4. Uncloudy Day
5. Always Late (With Your Kisses)
6. Georgia On My Mind
7. Blue Skies
8. Whiskey River
9. Stay A Little Longer
10. Mr. Record Man
11. Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)
12. Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys
13. My Heros Have Always Been Cowboys
14. It's Not Supposed To Be That Way
15. On The Road Again
16. Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground
17. Mona Lisa
18. Always On My Mind
19. Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning
20. The Party's Over

Tracks:

1. Summertime
2. Faded Love
3. Night Life
4. Pancho And Lefty
5. Old Friends
6. In The Jailhouse Now
7. Everything's Beautiful (In It's Own Way)
8. Take It To The Limit
9. To All The Girls I've Loved Before
10. How Do You Feel About Foolin' Around
11. Seven Spanish Angels
12. Hello Walls
13. I'm Movin' On
14. Highwayman
15. Slow Movin' Outlaw
16. Are There Any More Real Cowboys
17. They All Went To Mexico
18. Half A Man
19. Texas On A Saturday Night
20. Heartland

Tracks:

1. Nobody Slides, My Friend
2. Little Old Fashioned Karma
3. Harbor Lights
4. Without A Song
5. Good Time Charlie Got The Blues
6. City Of New Orleans
7. Who'll Buy My Memories
8. Write Your Own Songs
9. Forgiving You Was Easy
10. Me And Paul
11. When I Dream
12. My Own Peculiar Way
13. Living In The Promiseland
14. There Is No Easy Way (But There Is A Way)
15. Ole Buttermilk Sky
16. A Horse Called Music
17. Nothing I Can Do About It Now
18. Is The Better Part Over
19. Ain't Necessarily So
20. Still Is Still Moving To Me

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More so than most country artists, Willie Nelson is difficult to thoroughly investigate without delving into his individual releases, which often revolve around either musical or lyrical concepts. So give Columbia credit for assembling such a cohesive, provocative collection, one that covers every aspect of his glorious career and that amply showcases his distinctive singing, songwriting, and gut-string work. Disc 1 (entitled Pilgrimage), worth the price of admission alone, focuses on his remarkable 1970s and early-1980s work: the Red Headed Stranger cuts, the Lefty Frizzell tributes, the Stardust standards, searing live cuts, the Electric Horseman cowboy odes and Honeysuckle Rose gems, and the best of Always on My Mind. Disc 2 (Sojourns) pairs Nelson with an impressive array of partners: Haggard, Price, Miller, Pierce, Charles, Young (both Neil and Faron), Santana, Possum, Dylan, Cash, Snow, Jennings, Julio, Dolly, Kristofferson. Disc 3 (Exodus) collects the mid-1980s and early-1990s stuff, and while it contains moments of brilliance, it doesn't match up to the first two discs. All in all, a marvelous 60-song collection filled with an astonishing number of spine-chilling moments. --Marc Greilsamer

Customer Reviews:

An American Country Music Icon........2007-02-24

Willie Nelson "Revolutions Of Time 1975-1993", along with Johnny Cash's "Legend", may be two of the most important boxed set country music releases ever put out by Columbia Records. Willie Nelson is by definition, a back to basics Americana dust bowl straight to your heart country singer. This boxed set ia divided into three discs, complete with 16 #1 hits. Every Nelson classic is here to enjoy. Willie has always been a bare bones singer never in need of over-production, or fancy overdubs. The simplicity of "Blue Skies", sets the tone for this magnificent boxed set full, of layed back beautiful compostions that go straight to the heart. Disc 2 is priceless, as Willie is joined by the many artists who have collaborated with him over the years. Names like Neil Young, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash, Leon Russell,Carlos Santana, Waylon Jennings and Bob Dylan are just a few of the many artists who appear on this set, and join Willie, for a good ol' sing a long. Some of the highlights include, "Good Time Charlie's Got Then Blues", "City Of New Orleans", "Blue Skies", "On The Road Again", "Always On My Mind", "Whisky River', "Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain", Highywayman", and a real gem of a song "Heartland", that he duets on with the legendary Bob Dylan. This handsomely packaged 3 cd set is a complete retrospective of an artist who between 1975-1995, was at his commercial and artistic peak, and will go down in the annals of country music as one of the elite icons of American music.

THESE ARE THE WILLIE NELSON SONGS HISTORY WILL REMEMBER !.......2007-02-15

Willie Nelson's career as a singer songwriter now spans some 50+ years, and he continues to entertain his appreciative fans with recordings and concerts to this very day. This 3 CD collection captures the best songs from his glory years, 1975-1993. These songs are Willie's legacy, his gift to the world. Sure, Willie has recorded other important albums ("Shotgun Willie") and hit songs ("The Great Divide") in years other than these, but these are the songs Willie is especially loved for. The box is divided into three sections (the early years, collaborations, and the later years). All are equally satisfying, with strong selections, start to finish, on all three. I only have one minor complaint about this set and that is the omission of the "Funny How Time Slips Away/Crazy/Night Life" medley from "The Sound in Your Mind" album.That has always been, and still is a big part of Willie's stage show, a crowd favorite, and even though other versions of these songs are included here separately, the medley should have been included, too. Other than that, this set is perfect, with an entertaining book full of pictures, and all nicely packaged in a long box digi-book. These are Willie Nelson's most important and memorable songs.

Willie Nelson proves he can sing any song with anyone........2007-01-09

When Willie sings with Julio Englasia "To all the girls I've loved before" their voices meet, blend into one magic voice, seperate and come together again delighting the ear and satisfying the soul. A few songs later we hear Willie and Ray Charles sing the tragic love ballad "Seven Spanish Angels" and appreciate how powerful voices combined with the key sounds of Mexico can transport the listener across the Rio Grande and time itself to become part of the story. On another disc we hear Willie in a live performance of "Angel flying to close to the ground" and we solemly vow to attend the next Willie Nelson concert no matter what.
This collection continues on displaying the genius of Willie both as a singer and musician with the rare talent of timing and inflection that has earned him the title of one of America's most treasured icons.

Super!.......2006-09-25

I have enjoyed all of the music on these CDs. The one I like the very best is the one of duets. There is such a wide range of talent singing with Willie. The songs in this set are the ones that have made Willie stand out from all the rest. Don't hesitate a moment - buy it before it goes "through the roof" in price.

"It's Better Than I Thought".......2004-05-28

Not having any of Willie's really old stuff (late 50's & the 60's) I wasn't sure to even purchase this set. I found it for $25 bucks and thought "Why Not". Of course everyone has heard most of the songs in this set - even if your not a real Hillbilly - but after playing the CDs I was glad I spent the money. The selections really sound great ,crystal clear and perfect. This is a high quility collection. I have many,many of Nelson's LPs but nothing sounds as good as this does. I can really apperciate these newer songs (1970s and up) while listening with perfect sound. I wish all my new CDs were as good to hear as this set. I also think its cool having Willie doing duets with the likes of Webb,Mererl, Johnny and Waylon. If you love this type of music or just like occasional Honky Tonk sounds or even care for hits from other Artists like "Ray Charles" done by Willie then you need to get this Box Set ! note: As always Willies' guitar picken is second to none and it really sounds great on most or these recordings ! "Enjoy"

Average customer rating: Revolutions of Time: The Journey 1975-1993-Willie Nelson Great American Icon Brilliant collection of Willie's best music Diversity is the best of life. Willie's Best

Revolutions of Time: The Journey 1975-1993 Willie Nelson Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Outlaw & Progressive Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Box Sets | Stores | Music Similar Items: Legendary Red Headed Stranger Stardust Wanted! The Outlaws The Legend ASIN: B00005NNMA Release Date: 2001-08-28

Tracks:

1. Time Of The Preacher
2. Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain
3. If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time
4. Uncloudy Day
5. Always Late (With Your Kisses)
6. Georgia On My Mind
7. Blue Skies
8. Whiskey River
9. Stay A Little Longer
10. Mr. Record Man
11. Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I'll Ever Do Again)
12. Mammas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys
13. My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
14. It's Not Supposed To Be That Way
15. On The Road Again
16. Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground
17. Mona Lisa
18. Always On My Mind
19. Last Thing I Needed First Thing This Morning
20. The Party's Over

Tracks:

1. Summertime
2. Faded Love
3. Night Life
4. Pancho And Lefty
5. Old Friends
6. In The Jailhouse Now
7. Everything's Beautiful (In It's Own Way)
8. Take It To The Limit
9. To All The Girls I've Loved Before
10. How Do You Feel About Foolin' Around
11. Seven Spanish Angels
12. Hello Walls
13. I'm Movin' On
14. Highwayman
15. Slow Movin' Outlaw
16. Are There Any More Real Cowboys
17. They All Went To Mexico
18. Half A Man
19. Texas On A Saturday Night
20. Heartland

Tracks:

1. Nobody Slides, My Friend
2. Little Old Fashioned Karma
3. Harbor Lights
4. Without A Song
5. Good Time Charlie's Got The Blues
6. City Of New Orleans
7. Who'll Buy My Memories
8. Write Your Own Songs
9. Forgiving You Was Easy
10. Me And Paul
11. When I Dream
12. My Own Peculiar Way
13. Living In The Promiseland
14. There Is No Easy Way (But There Is A Way)
15. Ole Buttermilk Sky
16. A Horse Called Music
17. Nothing I Can Do About It Now
18. Is The Better Part Over
19. Ain't Necessarily So
20. Still Is Still Moving To Me

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More so than most country artists, Willie Nelson is difficult to thoroughly investigate without delving into his individual releases, which often revolve around either musical or lyrical concepts. So give Columbia credit for assembling such a cohesive, provocative collection, one that covers every aspect of his glorious career and that amply showcases his distinctive singing, songwriting, and gut-string work. Disc 1 (entitled Pilgrimage), worth the price of admission alone, focuses on his remarkable 1970s and early-1980s work: the Red Headed Stranger cuts, the Lefty Frizzell tributes, the Stardust standards, searing live cuts, the Electric Horseman cowboy odes and Honeysuckle Rose gems, and the best of Always on My Mind. Disc 2 (Sojourns) pairs Nelson with an impressive array of partners: Haggard, Price, Miller, Pierce, Charles, Young (both Neil and Faron), Santana, Possum, Dylan, Cash, Snow, Jennings, Julio, Dolly, Kristofferson. Disc 3 (Exodus) collects the mid-1980s and early-1990s stuff, and while it contains moments of brilliance, it doesn't match up to the first two discs. All in all, a marvelous 60-song collection filled with an astonishing number of spine-chilling moments. --Marc Greilsamer

Customer Reviews:

Revolutions of Time: The Journey 1975-1993-Willie Nelson.......2007-05-08

I found this set of cds by accident when I was looking for a particular song on the album that Willie does with Dolly Parton. I was thrilled to check out the songs and find out just how good this set was. I am a die hard country fan and this is one of my favorties!!

Great American Icon.......2005-06-21

Willie Nelson is a musician without peer in my book. This compilation is probably close to my absolute favorite box set and it converted me into a serious fan of Willie's music. So much attention has been put onto country legends after Cash's recent success, and I personally think that Willie Nelson is just as good and worth the same attention. And he continues to find excellent artists and promote them by playing or recording them like Los Lonely Boys or Spoon. Don't miss his art.

Brilliant collection of Willie's best music.......2002-12-29

This boxed set is a repackaging (at a lower price) of an earlier boxed set. Although I have the original set (which opens like a hardback book, with the CD's inside the covers), the track listing and sequencing is identical. As far as the music is concerned, it clearly demonstrates that Willie could sing many different types of song. Nevertheless, most of them fall into two main categories - the country songs and the classic oldies from the Great American Songbook.

The songs from the Great American Songbook were originally released on his albums Stardust, Somewhere over the rainbow, Without a song, What a wonderful world and an album he did with Leon Russell (One for the road) - five albums that Willie recorded which were devoted entirely to these songs. The songs chosen for this collection include Blue skies, Georgia on my mind, Summertime, Mona Lisa, Harbor lights, Without a song and Ole buttermilk sky. Most (if not all) of the original albums from which these tracks are taken are still available. There is also a double-CD, All the songs I've loved before, which is dominated by these songs, only including a few country songs.

On this collection, there are plenty of country songs, including Willie's covers of Blue eyes crying in the rain, If you've got the money I've got the time and City of New Orleans. The middle of the three CD's is devoted to his duets with many different singers. You could fill several CD's with Willie's duets without including any guest twice, but the ones chosen for this selection offer an excellent representation of this aspect of his career.

Some people say that a collection like this does not Willie Nelson justice, because so many of his albums were themed. My answer to that is that this provides a great sampling of his career. After playing this a few times, you can decide which aspect of his music you like best and explore that in greater depth.

Diversity is the best of life........2002-03-14

Other reviews of Willie's albums (The Great Divide, The Rianbow Connection) seem to want to label him to do a singular genre of songs, while he demonstrates his diversity and the diversity of fans who wish to sing with him. Willie is lengendary and continues to add to his legends and myths. I don't want the " Same O's" (same old thing morning noon and night or even a whole album through);give me new; give me change; give me Willie.

Willie's Best.......2001-09-24

This album has all the greatest hits and some that you may not have heard before. This is the best album to date from Willie Nelson.

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