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16 Biggest Hits (Eco)

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As one of the most consistent hit-makers in country music since the early '90s, it's impossible to represent Jackson's career, even his hits, in only 16 tracks. With 31 #1 hits, dozens more top-10s and top-40s, and over a dozen albums full of songs that weren't issued to radio, a paltry sixteen tracks can, at best, offer up a handful of fan favorites. And that's exactly what this latest volume does, combining five chart toppers with eleven top-10s to serve up a superb hour of heartfelt and fun country music.

Jackson's fans will find plenty missing here, but they're not the audience for this release. It's aimed at those just discovering Jackson, perhaps from his 2006 release "Like Red on a Rose." For new fans, this is a quick fix of many of Jackson's hit sides. It includes the fun-time stompers "Chattahoochee" and "Summertime Blues," the honky-tonk declaration "Don't Rock the Jukebox," covers of "Mercury Blues" and "Pop A Top," the country ballads "Here in the Real World" and "Gone Crazy," and even a bit of zydeco in "That'd Be Alright." Jackson proves himself to be a talented, moving and above all else, likable vocalist with a pen that writes hits and ears that select great material from other writers.

Drawn from eight of Jackson's albums, these tracks represent hits from 1990's "Here in the Real World" and "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow" through 2002's "That'd Be Alright." Missing are hits minted over the past five years, as well as numerous chart-toppers and other favorites. Those who know Jackson from his many televised performances in the wake of 9/11 will especially miss "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)." A deeper helping of his earlier hits can be found on 1995's "Greatest Hits Collection," and a deeper helping of his hits from 1995 through 2003 can be found on "Greatest Hits, Vol. 2." Together they offer up a richer experience than this single disc, but at a higher price. For those wanting a (very) quick overview on one disc, this is a great place to start. [©2007 hyperbolium dot com]

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

Lots of good songs, great to play with the windows down, sunny highway and the needle up past where it should be.

I'm not a Huge Fan of Country Music & I am very picky about which Country Artist I will listen to BUT I Like Alan Jackson.....This 16 Biggest Hits CD is just what I was looking for. Allen is one of my Favorite Country Artists (Past & present) & one of just a few of todays Country Singers I will listen to. My favorites on here are Chattahoochee, Gone Country, It Must Be Love, Don't Rock The Jukebox, Pop A Top & Little Man. If you are a casual Fan of Alan's older music: This is Ideal.

I noticed this CD Package says Eco but mine came in a standard Jewel Case and there are no Liner Notes about the History of Alan at all. Just a Song Listing.

I have put this cd into my jukebox and it is one of the most popular selections on it. Great songs by Alan Jackson. Hope we don't wear it out.

I am listening to many country music artists and off course Allen is one of the big names. He has an exciting and a fresh voice, I really enjoyed this CD.

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!!!

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

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