given Kimmie's Rich from the Journey to many friends as a gift
author: christy lamb
Find myself after each listening session of rich from the journey, saying out loud "Thank You Kimmie!"
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Faith Resounds
author: Lee Armstrong
Apparently this 2000 offering was substantially different from Kimmie's earlier efforts. However, since this is my introduction to a delightful singer/songwriter, I have no preconceptions to be dashed. Instead, I find a woman singing about spirituality in a very personal and entrancing way. From the cover & insert photos of Kimmie walking in the water with her guitar, there is a sense of freedom & connection with the beauty of nature. On the high profile track, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings join Kimmie to sing the sweet "God's Acre." Its sweet simple melody & loping beat give an old-timey gospel feel that would be at home on Iris DeMent's "Lifeline" CD, "There is a pathway straight & narrow leading to the golden streams, There is a mansion ready for me in the valley fair & sweet." Produced by her son Gabe Rhodes, "Rich from the Journey" achieves a laid-back feel that harkens as much to San Luis Obispo as it does Kimmie's native Lubbock, Texas. "The Wonderful Sound" has a slow gorgeous melody, "Let your faith resound, make a joyful sound, one wish for peace is all we need to turn our world around today." The set concludes with the chugging "Bells of Joy" that'll set your toe tapping as you throw your arms skyward in praise. My favorite track is "Shine All Your Light" that marries a slow dreamy melody, Kimmie's trembling vocals and an exquisitely uplifting lyric, "Here under Heaven's eyes, down under Paradise, sometimes it seems like we're so small, Here on the shores that reach into infinity, how could we matter much at all? Would it be enough if each of us would give our love?" "I'm So Amazed" is a spiritually fragrant midtempo lighthearted romp that makes me hit the repeat button. "Rich from the Journey" is a satisfying set that deepens the more it saturates the sonic soul. Enjoy!
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Soul Lifting
author: armando
If like me you are moved by beautifully written lyrics and marvellously sung melodies, then you will love this cd. It is inspirational, motivating and heart lifting. Kimmie Rhodes voice is divine. I listen to it everyday.
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