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 Oustanding CD! May 9, 2008
M. Lehrmann
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have to say this CD could only have been written by a well seasoned artist like Neil Diamond. The words reflect the angst of a lifetime, yet each song has it's own catchy hook. The music just flows from song to song. Neil is a master craftsman and one of the best songwriters of all time.
This is an outstanding CD from an outstanding artist.
My new favorite album! May 9, 2008
Shilo Piper (Reno, NV)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you're a Neil Diamond fan, get this album. If you aren't a Neil Diamond fan, come out from under your rock and get this album!
On "If I Don't See You Again" Neil sings with so much feeling, that if you aren't moved by this song, you must be dead inside. His voice and the music flow flawlessly together, and the lyrics alone are a work of art.
"Pretty Amazing Grace" is one of the more upbeat songs on the album. Its melody is infectious and I guarantee you will be humming this song to yourself after one listen!
"Don't Go There", another upbeat song, shows the "gritty" side of Neil. It has a wonderful groove to it and is definitely a toe tapper/finger snapper sort of song. And of course, there's the little laugh Neil does in the middle of the song.
Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks is a wonderful addition to "Another Day (That Time Forgot)". Their voices complement each other nicely, and their sincerity shows. It's a very melodic song, and like "Pretty Amazing Grace" it will crawl into your memory and stay there after just one listen.
While "One More Bite Of The Apple" is basically Neil, a guitar, and a piano, it is still a rocker. The lyrics seem to be about one more big tour, but it is definently a motivator song, and it makes you want to do something spectacular.
"Forgotten" is more of a folk/country rocker with a nice little groove. You'll definitely want to sing along to this one, you may even find yourself spelling out the title...
With "Act Like A Man", the music is soft and Neil's rough, yet smooth, voice is enough to lull you into a daydream. Don't expect to get anything done while listening to this song!
"Who's Hands Are These" is another toe tapper. Full of catchy lines and imagery, it's a sweet little song to sing to the love of your life. Or with your little one in the car.
"No Words" is so upbeat and happy that it's hard to not sing and dance. Crank it up and have fun!
"The Power Of Two" has some of the best lyrics Neil has ever written. The way he sings is wonderful, and the song has a great message. So listen up, Neil's gonna explain the mathematics of love.
On "Slow It Down", Neil does just that. It's a good warm-summer-day-on-the-front-porch-just-relaxing type of song. And he's trying to tell you something, so listen to the words and take them to heart, okay?
On "Home Before Dark", the way Neil sings could melt the frozen heart of anyone that doesn't believe in love. It's a lovely song about realizing that you love someone more than you ever thought you could. If you think that Neil wrote this song after he read your mind, and every word describes the one you love, tell that person you love them. It was meant to be.
This version of the album has two bonus cover tracks, Harry Nilsson's "Without Her" and Bob Dylan's "To Make You Feel My Love". Neil puts his own spin on these songs, but stays true to how the songs make you feel.
This version also comes with a DVD with four songs. The first two are "Pretty Amazing Grace" and "If I Don't See You Again" done in an intimate setting. The other two songs are "Forgotten" and Simon and Garfunkle's "The Boxer". These are videos of Neil recording those songs in the studio.
Pretty Amazing Neil May 9, 2008
Joan N (Chicago)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
5 stars for Home Before Dark. This work is Neil Diamond at his best - poetically, introspectively, and vocally in my humble opinion. The music is mainly guitar and piano and is effective for these melodies and lyrics. The songs are different from his more famous oldies in that they don't rock. They differ from his 1980's and 90's ballads in that the tracks are quite long and each one tells the story of a feeling, honestly and thoroughly. They remind me a lot of his song-writing in the 70's and early 80's, when he got lost in thought and expressed it musically. I love this CD and am delighted with the two extra tracks and the DVD.
One a most inspirational CD's today May 10, 2008
Julia Figueroa (Perth Amboy, NJ)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Though not intended to be for religious inspiration, many Christians will be listening to these great tunes and relating them with their relationship with God. I certainly did, especially Pretty Amazing Grace. Thank you Mr.Diamond.
Home Before Dark May 10, 2008
Sharon Kerkman (Salt Lake City, Utah, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
HOME BEFORE DARK......once again, this is Neil Diamond at his BEST. We, his fans,have loved his music for almost 5 decades, and I continue to be amazed at the quality of his sound, his melodic voice, awesome lyrics, and he ain't too bad to look at, either, for a 67 year old man. This album is definitely a 5 star masterpiece, that any Neil Diamond fan will want to add to their collection. He continues to sell out arenas on tours, and this "Home Before Dark" tour will be no exception.
How many artists today are still with their original band members for over 40 years? These individuals also lend their expertise to the sound of the music.
HBD is a MUST HAVE, MUST ENJOY album/disk for anyone who loves a good love song.
Pretty Amazing Grace is one of my favorite songs, and the video that goes along with the disk in the Deluxe version is wonderful to view.
WAY TO GO NEIL....you are definitely heading in the right direction for a nomination for a coveted GRAMMY award. This album is definitely a winner.
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