Pure Faith

The Advocate, Sept 2003
...countryrock with glimpses of what Jon Bon Jovi may have sounded like had he grown up south of Mason-Dixon.

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Call it country... call it folk-rock! Chris Berardo and The DesBerardos' "Pure Faith" is pure Americana throughout.

Pure Faith,Chris Berardo and The DesBerardo,Lamon Records

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Average customer rating: His 1959 recordings sans overdubs

Pure Faith Little Richard Manufacturer: Direct Source Label ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Oldies & Retro | Rock | Styles | Music General | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Oldies General | Oldies & Retro | Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Oldies General | Oldies & Retro | Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Similar Items: God Is Real ASIN: B00005YA1O Release Date: 2000-07-03

Tracks:

1. Milky White Way
2. I Know the Lord
3. Coming Home
4. Does Jesus Care?
5. Every Time I Feel the Spirit
6. God Is Real
7. I've Just Come from the Fountain
8. Troubles of the World
9. Tell God My Troubles
10. Certainly Lord

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His 1959 recordings sans overdubs.......2002-04-01

There are many mysterious periods in the recording career of Little Richard Penniman and perhaps the one with the most unanswered questions is represented by this CD. What is the exact session date? Did End records Producer George Goldner try to encourage the star to record more *secular* music? In addition to these queries, are there any CDs out there drawn from the master tapes? A good recent effort from Peacock, "God Is Real", included overdubbed versions.
It's hard to tell by the sonics on this Direct Source release what generation was used. For the LR collector, at any rate, this album, at this point, is the one to get. (The ambitious fan/historian can search for the vinyl stereo Spin-O-Rama album "Clap Your Hands!" from c. '60, which contains about half of the End tracks in superlative sound).
The highlight of this collection is Track #10, "Certainly Lord" (pressed as "Save Me, Lord" on End 1057). It is the only track which instantly recalls the Specialty Richard and places his voice up front - the uptempo side could actually fit into Richard's Specialty catalogue. There is some echo on this pressing (unlike the Spin-O-Rama or End issues) but the listener will be delighted.
To my knowledge, there are three other songs which also make their CD debut: "I Know The Lord", "Troubles Of The World", and "Tell God My Troubles". As on all his End numbers, Little Richard sings them at full power, displaying a brilliant operatic tenor. Here and there he makes too big a leap from baritone but his breath control and vibrato are remarkable throughout.
"Does Jesus Care" is a slow take which belongs in any "Best Of..." LR set.
One small criticism: the cover shot is well-composed, but the bare-chested image is inappropriate.

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Pure Faith Chris Berardo and the DesBerardos Manufacturer: Lamon Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000ZQWRK Release Date: 2003-11-18

Tracks:

1. Pure Faith
2. Out Of Birmingham
3. The Big Show
4. Look In Her Eyes
5. Dance In The Moonlight
6. My Turn
7. Pass The Bottle
8. Still Waters
9. Done Is Done
10. The House On Water Street
11. You'll Know It's Me
12. New York Moon

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"Chris Berardo's new CD Pure Faith is the best to come out in a long time. I've had it in my truck CD player for months, and it's a phone-lighter at the station. JD says, play it! Play it over and over!" - JD Rose

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Faith Manufacturer: EMI Capitol Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music ASIN: B0009REMSU

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Christian CD of "Pure Gold Hits" by original artists. Titles include: Dive, Testify To Love, Live That Life, Crazy Times, Just Between You and Me, I could Sing Of Your Love Forever, Get Down, Don't Worry, Every Time, Entertaining Angels, Lay It Down, King Of My Heart.

Average customer rating: Take a chance on the DesBerardos! I play it over & over and I am more amazed each time!

Pure Faith Chris Berardo and the DesBerardos Manufacturer: Lamon Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000DG74O Release Date: 2003-09-23

Tracks:

1. Pure Faith
2. Out Of Birmindham
3. The Big Show
4. Look In Her Eyes
5. Dance In The Moonlight
6. My Turn
7. Pass The Bottle
8. Still Waters
9. Done Is Done
10. The House On Water Street
11. You'll Know It's Me
12. New York Moon

Album Description

Call it country... call it folk-rock! Chris Berardo and The DesBerardos' "Pure Faith" is pure Americana throughout.

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Take a chance on the DesBerardos!.......2003-10-30

Bravo! Pure Faith is a brilliant sophomore effort from Chris Berardo and the Desberardos. From the rocking My Turn to the two-step ditty Dance In The Moonlight, Pure Faith is enhanced by a variety of musical styles showcasing Chris Berardos fluid lyrics and the bands musical prowess.

In songs like Pass the Bottle, Out of Birmingham, Still Waters and The House On Water Street, Chris leads the listener on a tour of the roadside adventure that is his life. His prophetic lyric 'Cause I aint young, but I damn sure aint old,' translates into music edged with a new maturity and his fans benefit from the wisdom of his age and experience. Not that he has left youth behind. To be clear, Chris has not sacrificed the raw emotional edge that is the hallmark of his music for a more 'mature' sound, but he has successfully found a way to blend his sound into a more mature harness for songs that are focused and soulful, yet filled with delightful harmonies and memorable hooks.

Most important, Pure Faith brings the vitality of the bands radiant live performance to disc, allowing the listener to slip into the magical world of the Desberardos Live in the privacy of their own homes and cars. For the faithful, it is a quick fix between live appearances, for the uninitiated it is a glimpse into the bawdy experience that is Chris Berardo and The Desberardos.

Music touches us in different ways. There is something for everyone on Pure Faith, so put on your dancing shoes and pull out your box of tissues. Like your favorite tattered shirt or old pair of boots, let Pure Faith wrap around you until it is worn and comfortable, trying on each tune until you find that perfect fit. Let the music speak to you and you will be rewarded. Chris Berardo has found his voice, and as is evident with Pure Faith, he has a lot to say.

I play it over & over and I am more amazed each time!.......2003-10-28

This CD grows on you! At first listen, I had two or three favorites. Now, I can't decide. The lyrics hit close to home with so many of the songs. And with others, I just want to get up and dance. Pass the Bottle is great, but so is Still Waters,Done is Done, You'll Know It's Me,Dance in the Moonlight..see I can't pick a favorite. I just enjoy listening over and over again! Chris Berardo is a very talented young man.Can't wait for the third CD.

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Pure & Simple Love Chaplain Jerry Vance Manufacturer: Chaplain Jerry Vance ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA7ZEW Release Date: 2005-05-17

Tracks:

1. Just Passing Through
2. Cowboy for Jesus
3. Rocky Roads
4. Salvation Day
5. Amazing Grace (Part 2)
6. Truck Driving Preacher
7. One More Saint Has Come Home
8. Trucking for Jesus
9. Greatest Gift
10. Pure & Simple Love

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Thirty Ought Six Manufacturer: 30ot6 (Thirty Ought Six) ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CAJMQG Release Date: 2005-01-25

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Pure Gold Faith Harmony Boys Manufacturer: Reformation Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music ASIN: B000NY5S6Y

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Southern Gospel with a Premiere Gospel Singing Group

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Pure Faith Manufacturer: Faith ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA78UI Release Date: 2005-01-11

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