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Try to imagine yourself in a dark room with your eyes close listening to the most soulful voice you've ever heard. SOUL,is the perfect word to describe Jose Feliciano's crystal clear voice. In this collection of hits which also includes some of his early spanish boleros from the 60's is a very good place to start to discover the beautiful music that this amazingly talented musician has been producing for almost four decades. This is not the defintive and complete anthology of Feliciano, a lot of his greatest songs are missing but it is a fine CD with some of his most soulful tunes. This record is worth buying for many reasons among them Jose's appealing and smooth vocals throughout the album and excellent guitar work. However if there is one song in particular that makes this album worth getting is without a doubt his soulful rendition of THE STAR SPANGLED BANNER. Back in 1968, when Jose performed the anthem in Detroit for the World Series he caused a tremedous controversy which I thought it was unfair and cruel because no other artist has ever performed the anthem with more soul and stirring beauty than Feliciano. Extremely gifted and versatile, Feliciano remains one of the most underrated artist in the music business WHY I haven't the slightest idea but one thing is for certain he has definately left his undeniable mark in music history. An amazing talent who only gets better with age.

I have loved Jose Feliciano's voice since "Light My Fire" came out decades ago, yet I never collected his music--don't know why. As I listened to "Feliz Navidad" from a Christmas collection during the holidays, I was reminded of how much I still love his voice. It was finally time to buy, and then the choices were so many. This CD contains all my favorites--and some I never heard before. The choice was a definite best for me.

After all these years. Jose Feliciano is still Puerto Rico's greatest export. His clear voice and catchy rhythms make all his recording a treat for the ears. Even if you have never heard of him, this disc is one that will enhance your collection without insulting your intelligence. I have been listening to him since his debut in the 60's and I still find him just as fresh today. Jose is always a pleasure for the ear.

All that i expected and wanted in a "best of".it has all the the songs necessary to spark the interest of potential fans.

Wanted this CD badly and fast. Now I have it, in great shape and at a reasonable cost!

A song by Jose that made the Top 100 in 1968 was The Star Spangled Banner sung at the World Series. I was very happy to find on this disc.