Dottie Rambo -- Stand By The River review

Date: 10 Jul 2003 19:52:06 -0700
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Dottie Rambo: Stand By The River
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0000A1HTY/dollypartonce-20/002-9500585-2543208
Her story is old, but her songs are new. Gospel music fans have waited
a long 18 years for a new solo album by songwriting legend Dottie
Rambo, and alas it is finally here. Dottie's new 11-track album Stand
By The River contains both familiar Rambo classics as well as newer
songs that fans may have not heard before. Featured on the album is
the number one duet with music legend and American icon Dolly Parton,
the title track "Stand By The River." It is easy to see why this song
was such a success, when you pair two true music legends, a monster
hit is bound to occur.
Gospel fans will welcome the re-recordings of some of Rambo's familiar
songs such as "He Looked Beyond My Fault", which features a stunning
new arrangement. Also included are Rambo standards "When I Lift Up My
Head" and the stirring "Bring All Your Needs To The Altar" with
gorgeous harmonies from Sonya Isaacs. Fans of Southern Gospel will
welcome such tracks as the rollicking "I'm Gonna Leave Here Shoutin"
and the album's opening track "We've Weathered Storms Before."
However, the standout track on this album is not a dyed-in-the-wool
gospel song. "West Kentucky Coalmines" is based upon a true story of
the death of forty miners in Union County, Kentucky. The track has a
bluegrass feel which is further complemented by the delightful fiddle
playing of Aubrey Haynie. This is by far one of the best country songs
ever penned and it further proves the versatility of Dottie Rambo and
her songs.
This album of gems are all written by Dottie Rambo will find a place
in the cd collection of any fan of Christian music. Whether you are a
fan of Southern Gospel, the tender Gospel ballad, or the classic
Country story song, this album has something for you.
Review by Chris Barnes
http://www.DollyPartonCentral.com
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