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Melba Moore returns to form with an inspired 10 song cd of original gospel hymns, ballads and mid-tempo numbers. Appropriately titled, "I'm Still Here" shows the singer still has what made her so endearing to many. Despite any shortcomings other offerings prior to this cd may have, the singer seems to have taken the (constructive) criticism of previous mediocre material to heart and released a five-star quality project. Excellent production that runs the gamut from contemporary to traditional, excellent arrangements and of course, excellent singing from one of the darlings of TV, stage and radio.
Alternating collaborative efforts between singer Shirley Murdock (also check out that artist's gospel outing) and, unknown to this writer, Herb Middleton, Ms. Moore swoops, soars and shines on numbers such as "Call Me" "Lamb of God" and the invigoratingly funky "Champions." Ms. Murdock also lends a very nice vocal duet on the afforementioned "Call" as well as prominent backing on several others. Not a bad song in the collection. Fans may also try to seek out her demo/promo recording which includes 3 songs not on this collection (they're good too) as well as alternate takes on a couple of others.
Condition:NEW. Brand New Factory Sealed
TRACK LISTINGS
Disc 1
1 I'm Still Here (4:06)
2 Praise Yah! (4:17)
3 Champions (4:13)
4 Call Me (4:57)
5 The Other Side of the Rainbow (5:42)
6 Rise My Sister (4:56)
7 The Day I Turned to You (5:14)
8 Lamb of God (3:34)
9 Master and Friend (5:40)
10 Lift Every Voice (3:59)
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