Ultimate Collection [Original recording remastered]

Toni Childs | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 24, 2000)
• Original Release Date: October 24, 2000
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording remastered
• Label: Hip-O Records
• ASIN: B00004ZEJ0
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #44,892 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars STUNNING SINGER/SONGWRITER DEFINES ECLECTIC., May 7, 2003

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RALPH PETERS (CLOVIS, CA USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Ultimate Collection (Audio CD)

My heart nearly sank when I saw that this title may be going out of print; I purchased at least 5 copies when it was released based on what has happened to wonderful CDs like this in the past. Toni Childs is one of the most distinctive and, yes, accessible songstresses in the tradition of Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell, Buffy Sainte-Marie, and Nina Simone. If that lists sounds far apart in styles, yet appealing, then you'll understand Toni Childs. The African and other world rhythms that punctuate most of her work are all on display here; I dare anyone to listen to "Zimbabwe" or "Let The Rain Come Down" without feeling your spirit being noticeably lifted, nourished, and rejuvenated. While "Union" and "House of Hope" are also must-haves, this is an outstanding collection of some of Ms. Child's best work. That voice will haunt you and her songs will enrich your life in ways that only the most precious performers can.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Childs brings the listener along", October 24, 2000

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J. Lovins "Mr. Jim" (Missouri-USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ultimate Collection (Audio CD)

Toni Childs latest release - "ULTIMATE COLLECTION" is from Hip-O Records, featuring fifteen tracks of an extraordinary journey on the life and music dedicated to shining light on the darkness.

Childs philosphy is you never get anywhere if you stay in one place. As singer and songwriter, Childs brings the listener along to whatever magical or mysterious, painful or primal place the road has so far led, with the hope of having a companion in spirit to make this journey less difficult for all who join the caravan.

All selections possess a unique dark style, with her strange voice, but touching lyrics. The main stand out: "THE WOMAN'S BOAT", speaks not only for herself, but for any women, as well as men...this song is a masterpiece...a must have just for this track.

Entire Cd is an emotional experience, a certain maturity of life and wisdom, complete musical offerings on Childs home turf...revealing the intensity of response to her music rather than the numbers!

Total Time: 78:51 on 15 Tracks...Hip-O Records-069 490 741 2... (2000)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE COLLECTION!, March 4, 2001

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J. Bilby "littlebibs" (Kingston, New Hampshire United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ultimate Collection (Audio CD)

Couldn't agree more with the past reviewer about Toni Childs musical journey. I have enjoyed her music from the first time I heard of her in the late 1980's. First rate soulful singer-belter with something to say and a great "world-beat" sound. A unique vocalists to say the least and highly under-rated! I especially love the 4 newer cuts from her last studio effort, "The Woman's Boat" from 1994.