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Leap Of Faith: Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack

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I'm so sorry to see I'm the first one to review this soundtrack, because I guess that means not many people have heard it. It's basically a gospel album, done by some of the greatest singers of our age. It starts with Don Henley, goes into the Queen of Anything She Sings Patti LaBelle, morphs into an amazing song called "Change in My Life", passes through a beautiful song by Wynona Judd, rocks through a fantastic gospel medley, features Lyle Lovett sounding as good as he has ever sounded, goes on to another gospel medley (Delores Hall AND Patti LaBelle), lets you hear the great Albertina Walker with "Blessed Assurance" and finishes (incongruently) with Meatloaf's "Paradise By the Dashboard Light". If that last one was stuck on as a sales promo, it wasn't necessary -- the whole disk is testimony, it's passion and it's just damn great.

This is a rare occasion that Hollywood would put out a movie with a great gospel soundtrack. If you haven't seen the film, you're missing out on a special treat. It's about a man who loses faith and finds it again. Hollywood has the ability to make good films, but they only come around once in a while. I believe that any old-fashioned Christian will really enjoy this soundtrack. It's the best fun you can have of this quality. It's quality comes from the talent of Cliff Eidelman who composes works for 'Alien Trilogy,' 'Free Willy 3,' 'Star Trek VI,' 'A Simple Twist of Fate,' and 'My Girl 2.'

'Change in My Life' sung by John Pagano, has been recorded by artists "Rockapella." You remember the Maxwell House guys from their album, 'Don't Tell Me You Do.' An uplifting song that will bring joy and hope to the broken hearted. It's soulful melody and smooth rhythms will rock you away to Heaven. Meat Loaf who stars in the movie and sings 'Paradise by the Dashboard Light.' Others to compliment the album are the talents of Don Henley (The Eagles), Patti LaBelle, in her best guest appearance and Wynnona Judd. Rounding it out is Jazz scene's own George Duke. And, Black Gospel's top lady Albertina Walker singing 'Blessed Assurance.' The most exciting of the film at the end when the rains come and the people are celebrating. It just puts the Holy Spirit all through you. Cliff Eidelman does a great job of putting this soundtrack together. You can check out more of his work in, 'Now and Then' and 'One True Thing.' If you like more of great gospel music done by top artists may I suggest 'The Apostle-[Sountrack]' from the film starring Robert Duvall. I just know you'll be changed after hearing this.

The movie was outstanding, the soundtrack just as good. Steve Martin stars as a burned-out charlatan evangelist who comes to a town that hasn't had rain in a long time. Martin finds his own faith throught the course of the plot. You'll find yours just listening to the soundtrack. The CD opens up with Don Henley's "You better sit down" which surprisingly made the charts. Patti Labelle and Edwin Hawkin's "Are you ready for a Miracle" was probably the most stunning piece of the whole album, but all the music is upbeat and heartening. One minus was the instrumental music was not included.

We had been searching for the movie sound track for some time. This is a joyous and celebratory group of songs. The slower, sadder songs are heartfelt too. Loved it.

I love this album!! I saw the movie and was blown away by the music and the story. When the boy started walking I was crying my eyes out. When i here the gospel medleys on this cd i just sing right along with them. It makes me feel good that someone does love me. I think anyone who is struggling in life listen to this cd and find out what god wants for you. Again love this movie and cd.

Hard not to like this CD (I bought it having seen the movie, which by the way is terrific!). From Don Henley, to Wynonna (who sings an Elton John penned song), to Patti LaBelle and those who accompany her on powerful harmonic gospel type tunes, to a ballad from Lyle Lovette, this CD satisfies all. Not only is it a 'feel good' CD but the songs are really good and the vocal contributions excellent. Treat yourself to this one....and then get the movie.

This album is wonderful...I love Gospel music...I have not been able to find the group Angels of Mercy....Anybody out there know how to find them...I think they are great. Please email me at velmaa@canamplumbing.com

I bought this CD several years ago and I listen to it almost every week. "Ready for a Miracle, Change in my life and Mainline" are fantastic. I would love to find more music like this on Amazon. I'm buying another copy to put in the car. Buy it, rent the movie and enjoy yourself!

As a christian and as a musician there has never been an album or a movie so loaded with energy. This album proves that men are to move!

I got this CD for the song "Ready For A Miracle" bu Patti LaBelle.....I can't find it anywhere by itself. I have to say, the whole cd is good! Where else can you get Patti, Don Henley, Wynonna and Lyle Lovett together? I love the movie so the soundtrack always takes me back.