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Title: Don't pass this one over
Review: This feels more like a sort of random collection of songs than a full, polished album, so I can understand some of the other reviewers' criticisms. This isn't Alice's best, but it's unique and there are some totally breathtaking, amazing moments. The chants that comprise the first half of the album are incredible. Yeah, it's clear that the singers aren't professionals, but the performances still overflow with humanity and warmth. These songs are intensely spiritual and uplifting, but without a shred of pretension or artificiality. As for the organ-drum jam that rounds out the album, Alice's playing is fantastic, but the drumming by her son is pretty by-the-book. Not really surprising, since I think he was something like 13 at the time. If you don't like the last song, just pretend it isn't there, but don't ignore this album.
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