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The concept of redoing Lionel Richie classic songs interpreted in the country music style works superbly. The choice of songs is excellent and the country stars chosen to pair with him on each are perfection. What is amazing here is that all these songs more than stand the test of time. Here, they take on new life. Each was a Lionel Richie masterpiece at the time of their creation, interpreted in his R&B soulful style. Now they seem to take on even more emotion and new depth with the country's interpretations. With each track Lionel and his duet partners both put their heart and soul into the vocals. From beginning to end there is no miss track and the journey is one of great emotional depth. Standouts are You Are featuring Blake Shelton, Dancing On The Ceiling featuring Rascal Flatts, Sail On featuring Tim McGraw, Just For You featuring Billy Currington, Lady featuring Kenny Rogers and All Night Long featuring Jimmy Buffet. And managing to rise above these stellar tracks are the mesmerizing Hello featuring Jennifer Nettles and Endless Love featuring Shania Twain. Endless Love more than any of the other songs here has a place in musical history and memories for many. This reinterpretation doesn't make the listener compare it to the Diana Ross duet. Instead, it takes on a whole new passion and intensity. The fact that this concept and the disc as a whole works so amazingly well is a true testament to the talent of Lionel Richie. This is in no way a gimmick cd. The success acquired here only stands to the true quality and magic of each song. Here music becomes a celebration and each track an emotional tour de force.Read full review
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Wow, I first bought this thinking it was just a great Lionel Album. Then I saw it was done with different Country Artist! I then OH! Then , after hearing it and thinking about each artist that were involved! Wow! Bang, Pow!!! How great is that? And the talent that has come together here! Even Wilie pulls it off ! Super ,great album & glad I bought it. I love all forms of music & had some doubt about the mix. But it is wonderful!
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I usually do not like remakes by artists but this one is fun and unique. Lionel is a tremendous ballad writer but even his upbeat songs are cool. A pleasant surprise
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Fantastic Lionel Richie with duets of noted vocal artists. I wish Mr Richie did more of these, but I can't find any others.
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Highly recommended for anyone who likes Lionel Richie! A lot of work went into remaking his classic songs with a country twist... so many country stars, each working with Lionel on a song each... and the result is perfect. My favorites are Dancing on the Ceiling and My Love. Amazing!
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