Alan Jackson

Anyone who enjoys country music and Alan Jackson most certainly will enjoy this new album of his. It is one of his best.Country Music with CD: The Masters

An amazing album.... I love his videos and I love his music. Country says it all in such few simple words.

Went to Lake Tahoe and got to see Alan Jackson in concert, had to have his latest cd.

first of all I'm not a big allen jackson fan, but I bought this cd because i like the small town southern man song. if you are a big allen jackson fan you will probably like this cd

"Good Time" and that's just what's on this CD. I can sure relateto the song "1976" and I'm getting to like many of the others. Alan Jackson still at his best!

I do not need to add much more to what has already been said, except this: I am not a country music fan whatsoever, but I love this CD! Alan sings with a humility that is not always found on other hymn collections. Sometimes it seems as if other perfomers want to "show off" their vocal skills and so the message of the song takes second place. It's not that way with Alan. You can actually sing along with him and the words of the song take precedence. It is a keeper!

I am ordering another copy to have in my home. I listen in my car and Alan brings tears to my eyes with precious memories of times in the past - these hymns are "soul food." The songs are wonderful and his voice is amazing. Truly a keeper!

Precious Memories
Great old hymns sung by a great country artist. If you like Alan Jackson and old time hymns you can't miss with this!

This CD came quickly & sealed as the new product is was advertised to be.

I already owned the CD, "Precious Memories". Then I ordered the DVD and you sent me another CD instead of what I ordered. That is why I returned the CD. I then ordered the DVD again.

John Murphy

I have all the music of Alan Jackson (my favorite). He has one of the most soothing and sexy singing voices.

Alan Jackson is always a five star. If you are a Jackson fan you will love this one. I have never heard anything by Alan Jackson that I didn't like. Buy this by all means.

Gave as a gift to my son. He told me he really enjoyed the music. He is a Alan Jackson fan, as I am.

As I've seen with every order....absolutely excellent quality. Can't get better.

Alan Jackson is a true country singer who sticks to traditional country songs. This album features many of those songs such as "Midnight in Montgomery," "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow," "Don't Rock the Jukebox," and "Tall Tall Trees." It features a very impressive collection of songs that will go down as some of the greatest ever recorded. I rank this as one of my favorite albums, and I'm glad I got it. AJ is truly a great singer. If you can find this album, get it!

To start off with we are talking Alan Jackson. His music is great. The only thing that would of made it a better cd was if there were more songs.

This is a great collection of some of Alan Jackson's best material. Almost all of the tunes here are worthy of a place on a "best of" collection. Only one or two could be considered "filler". I especially like the thoughtful musical arrangements supporting his material. Jackson really stands out among Country artists in his attention to musical details. This is really a "can't miss" for those who enjoy Country music, with appeal for pop fans as well.

I bet this guy will come out with a greatest hits 3, maybe even GH4 before he is done. He just knows how to write songs.

I am thrilled with the CD. I play the piano and purchased the sheet music to "Remember When". I decided to search the internet for the CD so that I could play the piano along with the CD. I have other sheet music that I have purchased CDs to play along with it.

I'm a country newbie so I'm trying to catch up with some Greatest hits Collections.
This album is awesome from start to finish...
I guess I'm now a big AJ fan!!

What can I say about Alan Jackson that hasn't already been said. He is a great performer.

Cowboys in the Jungle. Now I know what Jimmy meant. I am a long time Parrothead so it was natural for me to pick up this CD. Really do enjoy the music - just a fun CD. I recommend it!

Great album!!! I like the Jimmy Buffet songs on it but my favorites and the reason for buying the album are the George Strait & Alan Jackson songs. I love the "grass roots" country sound. I am tired of all the "Pop" stars trying to do country.

If you enjoy Alan Jackson and country music, this CD is a must. It is really well done and has some great songs.

Great album .. for all country lovers and others ! Are those guys having fun or what !!! I like the interactions between all of them... !

You just can't go wrong with an Alan Jackson CD. I buy all his recordings.

Ok if you like Alan Jackson then you might not need to get just the hits. But it is a great listen it has all his hits. What do you say about a Hits album, I mean it is HITS, not like its a B-sides or lost recordings. HITS are what people know and are familar with.

A must for every Alan Jackson fan. Get one for all your friends too!!!

Can someone tell me the title and artist of the song that went "George Jones, Jack Daniels and me".

In the 1990s, Alan Jackson was second only to Garth Brooks in country music popularity. Unlike Garth, he has continued to make best selling albums and Top 10 charting singles right up to now. Legacy's latest entry in its 16 Biggest series includes many of Jackson's best known songs, some of which are recognized beyond the confines of country: "Don't Rock the Jukebox," "Chattahoochee," "Gone Crazy," "Midnight in Montgomery." His first hit, "Here in the Real World," is included, as are his superb covers of Eddie Cochran's "Summertime Blues" and Jim Ed Brown's "Pop a Top." And let us not forget the timely satire of "Gone Country" and the populist sentiment of "Little Man." Jackson arrived on the scene in time for the "new traditionalist" movement and quickly staked his claim as the real thing, a worthy heir to the legacies left by Hank, Buck, Merle and George. The musical evidence to support his claim is plentiful on this CD.

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Originally published in Port Folio Weekly - August 21, 2007

I love people who actually sing songs with the chipmucks. That is why I picked up this album. My kids love that song.

I rarely like all the songs on a CD and this one is no different. I don't feel like I overpaid for it.

I am not a big fan of the old fashioned chrismas carols, but i really liked this album. If you ignored the words, you would mistake it for one of alan's best country albums. these are christmas songs with a definate country twist, some funny songs, sad songs, melancholy songs, the whole spectrum of emotion. The only misstep for me was track 9, a duet with the chipmunks. I guess theres nothing wrong with the song, and the kids would like it so i cant complain. I'd rate 10 out of 10.

This album is such great fun. I am an Alan Jackson fan and had to add this one to my collection. This is my second purchase of this album as my first simply vanished and I found Christmas without it just wasn't the same.There are some very jolly up beat tracks to get you in the Christmas spirit.I love it! Recommended

i heard a specific song on the t.v. and couldn't find it in any store around here. it is a wonderful song , very inspiring. i couldn't be more pleased with the service you gave me. norman w.haley,sr.

I also would like know what songs are on these cds then perhaps I would buy it

I love Alan Jackson's music. Wish I could review this collection but since I have no idea what's on it, I can't! Could someone PLEASE add a list of songs?

Someone said Alan Jackson is a money grabbin' freak ya right. meet him in person and you'll have a totally different view of the man.

Anyway now on too my review. In my view this is alans best album. Everyone can almost connect to every song on this CD especially "Where Were You" and "Drive" Those too songs rocketed this album too the top of his list. You can say Alan jackson took a shot in the dark and hit a bullseye with this album. Two words too some up this album "Amazing Performance".

Alan Jackson is a great country singer, as well as a genuine, clever, and simple songwriter. He uses all of his best assets on 'Drive'. The familiar material is accomplished, but the less familiar is often even better. The title song, one of his most particular and personal since "Chatahoochee," weaves enough images to transport the listener through his memories. It is substantial in heart and melody. But newer memories come through on "Where Were You (When the World Stopped)". Here he evokes images tenderly, knowing he hardly needs to be "Shockin' us all" any further. He covers all of the bases of our 9/11 experience, and then invites us to be healed and to continue to love one another. It is a fine, uplifting song. Alan Jackson doesn't just heal and drudge up memories, though. He has some country songs on this album that seem so classic, one sometimes thinks they're remakes. His lyrics (more than half of them written or co-written by him) are as clever as "an all-American country boy," can be. The titles tell most of his story: "Designated Drinker," "I Slipped and Fell in Love," and "A Work in Progress," yet they have simple, but savvy phrasing. The first song is a duet with George Strait, a partnership that shows despite all the hot new country, Alan Jackson is mostly a loyal traditionalist. This is true on most of the songs, especially "That'd Be Alright," a whimsical and playful number perfect for the radio. And "Once in a Lifetime Love" is his own ballad alternative that should fit the listener like an old pair of soft jeans. For variety's sake he adds the excellent, upbeat, blues-flavored "First Love," and "The Sounds" delivers a good, solid ballad with fine piano accompaniment.

Many fans are undoubtedly tempted to get Alan Jackson's collections like his "...Greatest Hits, Vol. II," but this C.D. is worthy enough to buy first hand. (The '...Hits...' album should be gravy on the grits.) This album is put together well, and the songs, if anything, seem to get better as the songs move along (unlike his classic 'Who I Am' which is strong, but starts to wane somewhat on the second half). The musicianship is often intricate and accomplished, and, of course, Jackson has one of the best voices in country music. He takes country themes are is able to express himself in a new and colorful way that doesn't lose his audience.

"Money Grubbing Freak?" "Blood Money?" Wow, I didn't know it was wrong to pay tribute to the fallen after a significant human tragedy. Should I also be angry at all those who pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. and John F. Kennedy? How about songs dedicated to soldiers lost in war? Elvis? Lennon? Princess Di?

Actually, many of us with human feelings remember exactly what we doing when JFK and Ronald Reagan were shot, when the space shuttle exploded, and when we first saw images of the WTC on fire. For many of us, Jackson's tribute expressed the feelings of loss and helplessness. It is a beautifully crafted and performed song. Of course, if you prefer lyrics limited to drugs and bootys, this is America.

My favorite song on the record is "Drive." It takes me back to my childhood when my grandfather used to let us grandkids drive the old pick-up while the men would toss the bales of hay onto the truckbed. I remember the jubilant feeling of this rite of passage and this song always takes me back, and makes me excited to teach my baby girl to drive. The music is cheerful and addictive and perfectly matches the delightful lyrics. It is nearly impossible not to start singing along.

Also notable are "Work In Progress" and "That'd Be Alright." One sign of a good song is that you will catch yourself singing or humming it frequently. Several years after purchasing the CD, I still find myself singing these songs.

The duet with George Strait is good, but a bit routine, as are a few other cuts.

I was tempted to rate "Drive" 5 stars, but this is an exceptional, not perfect recording. Fans of Jackson will find him at his best, and will be be very pleased. Others with open minds may also enjoy the record, although Jackson does keep it country, without trying to appease the masses. There is not a single filler or skip over track, although the quality of the material does vary.

I was very pleased with this purchase. The seller provided fast service and my item was just as described.

This CD is truly Alan Jackson at his best. With the two best songs of his career, "Drive" and "Where were you (when the world stopped turning)", you will not be disappointed with this CD.

Every song on the CD, though, is very good. Alan Jackson sticks to the roots of country, and any country fan would appreciate this.

"Drive" is a song about his father, which Alan Jackson wrote after he died. It is about his father teaching Alan to drive, from a boat to a Ford pickup, to a Jeep. "Where were you" was written after 9/11 and is the song that made Alan famous. The CD has the studio version and the live version.

Some of the songs on this CD are really fun, like "Work in progress" and "I slipped and fell in love". Others are more serious, but they are all good and great to listen to. You will enjoy this CD immensely.

It has only one or two good songs on it. I know he wanted to try something new but he needs to stick with true country music. Like his lastest cd "Good Times'"

This is by far my favorite album of 2006. It is subtle album, but that just means it needs to resonate in you for a while. Listen to it quitely and you will appreciate its mood.

This CD was excellent and pure. I admit it was not what I was expecting from AJ--but the more I listened, the more I fell in love with this album. Alan Jackson departs from primarily using guitar--replacing it with rich and amazing piano accompaniment--It adds a different dimension to the music. Simply put, this is one of the best country blues accomplishments in recent memory. Isn't it amazing how we don't expect artist's to mature and grow as they record new albums? For those who do not appreciate this album, go back to your old CDs or spend your time and money listening to country cover bands at your local honky-tonk; better yet, stick to one of those "cookie cutter" country artists like Rascal Flatts. AJ is an excellent musician who deserves to grow. This is a very mature and excellent album by Alan Jackson and it deserves to be listened to--again and again.

I should've listened to cuts from this cd before buying it at the store,but I've always liked Alan's songs, so I figured this would be a good cd also, like many of his others.Sorry to say, but, I'm very disappointed with this one.It is a very bluesey and slow moving bunch of songs, none of which were really that good at all.It would be easy to pass this one up, if I had heard some sample cuts.To me, this is not the Alan Jackson that I expected.

This had to be the most depressing, slow singing cd I've ever heard by Alan Jackson. There isn't even a quick song on the whole recording to pep things up. It's a chore to listen and brings my spirits down. It's as if he recorded this cd in a very low point of his life. Very disappointing. I'll definitely be checking the recordings before I purchase blindly again, which was never an issue with his music before.