's covers , , and others. Though is a pedestrian cover of 's song which hit this same year, it would be a mistake to think these are all mere "covers." The production and arrangements by and are innovative and worthwhile. The only song they contribute is a moving version of ; the interpretation of is respectful and intuitive. was only three years old when this recording was pressed, and it is one of the few albums to survive the hype and get better with age. dipping into the songbook was a stroke of genius. Labelmate released on his live album, but that version doesn't have the sensitivity of this spiritual reading. Both tunes, have arrangements that bring new life to what had became favorites in the early '70s. was covered by , but finds its niche here, as does the superb version of are well done, but it is 's cover of by way of which garnered her a number one and Top 25 hit record. brought the attention she deserved. The musicianship by / sessionman along with , and the ever present is top notch. After all her own hit records, hearing this superstar sing so many familiar tunes, and performing them so well, is utterly charming. ~ Joe Viglione