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| Gladys Knight & the Pips - Touch Band: Gladys Knight & the Pips Tracks: - I Will Fight - If That'll Make You Happy - Baby, Baby Don't Waste My Time - Friend of Mine - Love Was Made for Two - God Is - Changed - Reach High - I Will Survive They Were Thinking GK & TPs Had Nine Lives... ...during this Columbia Records phase of their careers. This is the second of two Columbia/Ashford and Simpson productions, circa 1980-81. The first, " 'Bout Love", boasted the megahit, "Landlord", and, one of My Favorite Gladys and Pips songs of all time, "Still Such A Thing", and, "(Everybody Wants to Be) Bourgie, Bourgie" from a previous A & S instrumental (off the album "Send It")--I wish someone would remaster " 'Bout Love" for CD, being the more powerful of the two Columbia/A & S<BR>products. This album, "Touch", however has Strong performances of "I Will Fight" and "If That Will Make You Happy". The performance of "I Will Survive" is the only thing that is 'live' on this album, in spite of what the product header above tells ya. "I Will Survive", as rendered by Gladys, attempts to capitalize on the commercial success garnered from her version of "Memories/The Way We Were" and possibly gave birth to the idea of teaming up with Boys II Men on the "The End of the Road" duet. My advice, overall? Find, get and enjoy any of the fine CDs, singles or LPs mentioned here. You will be well pleased. Strong, but could've used more spark Celebrated performing/composing/producing duo Ashford & Simpson crafted seven of this set's Nine songs. While the tracks are polished and catchy, there is little here that makes an indelible impression. The up-tempo songs ("I Will Fight" is best) are a bit too repetitive. On the ballads Knight's voice, always husky, sounds slightly exhausted. "God Is" is a charging, gospel duet between Gladys and brother Bubba. "Changed" is a sparely aranged ballad that shows Knight can always be more than the furious belter. Though this is recommended, fans should also seek out 1980's About Love lp -- also produced by A&S, it is more consistent and has more committed vocals from Gladys. Essential! One of Gladys and the Pips most refreshing albums ever. From 1981, this set is a satisfying blend of groove and soulful balladry so definitive of the group. From the rousing intro "I Will Fight" to Gladys torchy rendition of "I Will Survive", this album will certainly touch most listeners in some way. An important part of any Gladys Knight And The Pips collection! Buy Gladys Knight Amp The Pips Touch at Amazon.com Buy posters at Allposters.comJamster - the latest ringtones for your phone! |
