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The Absolute Best

Carman

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Audio CD (March 9, 1993)
Original Release Date: March 9, 1993
Number of Discs: 1
Label: Sparrow
ASIN: B000005KWC
Also Available in: Audio Cassette | MP3 Download

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #35,416 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song Title Time Price

1. I Got The Joy (Revival In The Land Album Version) 4:29 $0.99

2. Sunday's On The Way 6:16 $0.99

3. Revive Us, Oh Lord 3:46 $0.99

4. Lazarus Come Forth 6:24 $0.99

5. Soap Song (Radically Saved Album Version) 1:53 $0.99

6. Lord Of All (Radically Saved Album Version) 4:04 $0.99

7. Revival In The Land (Revival In The Land Album Version) 6:29 $0.99

8. God's Got An Army (Revival In The Land Album Version) 4:23 $0.99

9. No Way, We Are Not Ashamed (Radically Saved Album Version) 4:16 $0.99

10. Radically Saved (The Absolute Best Album Version) 2:29 $0.99

11. This Blood (Revival In The Land Album Version) 5:28 $0.99

12. Fear Not My Child 4:51 $0.99

13. Celebrating Jesus (Radically Saved Album Version) 4:17 $0.99

14. The Champion 6:52 $0.99

15. Serve The Lord 5:13 $0.99

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5.0 out of 5 stars Carman - "The Absolute Best", August 31, 2002

By	M Viljoen "murvil2611" (CAPE Town. Mother city of the Rep. of South Africa.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

What an apt title for this amazingly talented songwriter and singer. Carman is, simply, 'the absolute best' when wanting to listen to deep spiritual, yet contemporary music. I am in my sixties and yet enjoy all his wonderful music. What I particularly find great about this artist is that he appeals to the old and the younger generation. His double album "Heart of a Champion" I have found to be a wonderful CD to lend to teenagers who are struggling with their relationship with Christ. His album "I Surrender All" is also a great rendition of the old hymns and choruses that many of us grew up with. He is just so versatile!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars What an inspiration!, July 3, 2005

By	Cindy Brock "Sharing Life's Abundance" (Georgia, USA) - See all my reviews

As a "newie" to Christian music, Carman was an artist I could not pass up. I had the opportunity to hear "Serve the Lord" and "Fear Not My Child" through a friend...and immediately ran out and bought the CD myself. The entire CD is terrific. Highly recommend.

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5.0 out of 5 stars the best, June 10, 2001

By	"cathy317" (ohio usa) - See all my reviews

Carman sends such a strong message of his love for the Lord and the Lords love for us.I think this album is the very best of Carman..He is blessed of Jesus Christ..I just hope young and old get the chance to hear the message thats sent forth..love in jesus

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5.0 out of 5 stars It IS the absolute best!
I have several Carman cd's and they are all fantastic, but the Absolute Best contains the most creative songs I've ever heard. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Karen E. Mclaughlin

3.0 out of 5 stars Carmens Best
This is a collection of the best of Carman. I have never really been a fan of his music but if you had to buy one of his CDs this would probably be the one. Read more

Published 19 months ago by James A. Nichols

5.0 out of 5 stars YOU JUST FOUND THE CD YOU'RE LOOKING FOR!!!
This is an AWSOME Carman CD. It includes REALLY good soft songs, and REALLY cool rock songs. I listen to this CD almost every night as I go to sleep. Read more

Published on November 27, 2003 by Scott T. Vanmoorleghem

5.0 out of 5 stars A Carman Fan from Hawaii
Love this CD! Carman's singing has the ability to touch the heart of a Christian soul. Very uplifting when you have those days when you feel defeated. Read more

Published on March 17, 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Carries some of the best
I love the live versions, although I think Champion is better in the studio version. But all around it's pretty good. Read more

Published on November 5, 1999 by DAWN M SELPH (dselph@peace.gor...

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete of the good stuff
Excellent for a first "BEST-of" collection. Classic music!! Great for traveling and anytime I need inspiration from the Lord. Praise His Holy Name!!!!!

Published on October 20, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolute Best is the absolute best!
This album represents the epitome of Carman's talents. From traditional gospel, to "new wave" gospel, to the depths of one's soul (ala "Revive Us Oh Lord"),... Read more

Published on June 30, 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars It is really good
This CD is good mix of all of Carman's greatest songs up to that point. My only complaint is that The Champion is The Live version, and I didn't know that before I got the CD. Read more

Published on March 24, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars His music will energize you and excite you about Jesus!
I've listened to a lot of Carman's music, and this CD truly is the best! He's great to listen to and even better in concert! Read more

Published on March 11, 1999 by Linda Weller lpweller@juno.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Great album! Carman is a great Christian singer.
He has touched us w/his words & music. I never seen him live,but I know people who has.I've seen a concert on tv,& he just blew me away! Read more

Published on December 29, 1998

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