One of the most thoroughly unique records released in 1999, is also a thorough and unique look at America's political history. singer sings campaign songs for each president, from to 's campaign theme, 's (simply titled on releases). Along with tracing America's political currents, also documents the changing importance of songs in a campaign. The earliest songs, like and ' reflect the newness of the U.S. and how fresh the struggle for liberty was in people's minds at the time. Similarly, the songs from the Roaring '20s era, such as evoke the decade's free-and-easy prosperity. An important and well-crafted historical document, educates and entertains in equal measure. ~ Heather Phares