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Come to the Quiet

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It's an oldie from the eighties, but for the times when day has kicked you in the pants, this one will get your focus back onto Christ. Restful and energizing at the same time. The way the Message is presented won't go out of style. Right now, a teenager might not get much from it as it's not hard driving. But when the kids are in their twenties, slogging it thru the work week, something Christ-focused and restful just might be what the Great Physician ordered. :-)

John Michael Talbot was always called to music, and by the early 1970s he was rising through the ranks of rock stardom. However, the rock-n-roll scene left him feeling empty and betrayed. John began studying the world's many religions, and in 1977 he found God. In 1978 John joined the Franciscan order, planning to become a hermit. But, he could never leave the music, and before he knew it John he was a "troubadour for the Lord."

This album, which came out in 1980 is (in my opinion) one of John's best, if not the best. The music is not Christian Rock or Christian Contemporary, or any other label you wish to apply to it. Instead, what this music is is deeply moving spiritual songs, worship wrapped up and given voice in music. I love this album a lot, it moved me deeply when I first bought it so many years ago, and it still moves me. If you are a Christian, then I have no doubt that you will love the rich sound and deep spirituality of this wonderful album.

I give it my highest recommendations!

John Michael Talbot has been the most influential contemporary Catholic singer/songwriter in the last twenty-five years. Originally one of the members of the 70's rock band 'Mason Proffit', John embraced the Catholic faith in the mid '70's and became a member of the order of secular Francisians.

Now garbed in monks attire John's music is a wonderful blending of traditional hymns, liturgical music, Bibilical verses put to song and a few original tunes here and there.

Released in '80, 'Come to the Quiet' is his fifth CD following his spiritual conversion and his first all instrumental release. Listening to this worshipful -12 track- collection is like enjoying your own personal retreat in the comfort of your home.

Highly recommended, but don't make this the only Johm Michael Talbot CD in your collection. If you do you'll miss out on hearing one of the purest male voices ever!

This man has made a lot of beautiful, worshipful music. However, I would have to call this album his "purest". There is something about this album that is just so simple, but amazingly powerful. It's the simplicity of this album that moves me. In a world of pop worship music, this album is water for the soul.

I received John Michael Talbot's CD "Come to the Quiet" yesterday and I have listened to it over and over. His voice, lyrics, music are the most soothing and relaxing Christian presentation I have ever heard. I feel Jesus' presence right beside me as I listen. This is truly an amazing CD, thank you JMT for the gift of this remarkable spiritual work of art.

This is JMT's finest and most popular recording; the worshipful tone and the folk-hymns are unforgettable. The songs have substance, and shine in a sparse accoustical performance. Talbot's voice is unique and perfect for these contemplative settings of (mostly) the psalms.

I am thankful that I purchased this CD. Very refreshing to your spiritman. Healing, quiet time. It was in very good condition when received in the mail. Thank you!

I was first introduced to Come to the Quiet as background music for Tia Chi lessons. Perhaps the muscle memory of the combination is partly responsible for my physical response to the music. I find this CD very soothing, it creates a feeling of peace as it places worshipful intentions in the consciousness. When depression threatens to sneak into my thoughts the words, music and Talbot's voice lift me up.

This is a great CD but the quality could have been a little better. I have to turn the volumn up louder on this Cd in order to hear it. Otherwise, I am glad I made the purchase.

My wife died from Lymphoma in September. A friend had given her this CD about a month before she died. She loved the music and wanted this album played almost nonstop. This music brought an amazing peace to her troubled mind. I will never know John Michael Talbot but I will forever be grateful for the way he has used this talent given to him by God...