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Japanese exclusive two-CD version features special packaging, a new track, and remixes of older songs.
Collecting some of the most remarkable R&B released by any artist in the second half of the 20th century, let alone some of the greatest pop ballads, this down-tempo set concentrates chiefly on Stevie Wonder's early-'70s albums, including the heartfelt "Never Dreamed You'd Leave," from 1971's innovative WHERE I'M COMING FROM, the shimmering keyboards of the classic "You Are the Sunshine of My Life," from TALKING BOOK, and INNERVISIONS' "All in Love Is Fair."
The U.K. disc Ballad Collection contains 17 ballads, largely from Stevie Wonder's '70s peak, but also containing a fair amount of songs cut in the '80s, including such soundtrack-only oddities as "Kiss Lonely Good-Bye" (from Pinnochio) and "Stay Gold" (from The Outsiders). Wonder, of course, had a lot of hits with ballads, but this shouldn't be taken as a hits collection, and while many of these songs are excellent, there are so many album tracks that it's hard not to look at the collection and wonder why personal favorite ballads are missing. Nevertheless, as a sampler it's enjoyable and it does unearth a couple of fairly hard-to-find cuts, so it's worthwhile for the casual fan while providing some nice bait for collectors. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Japanese edition of 2000 compilation previously only availble in Europe. Limited edition available for three months from initial release includes one exclusive bonus track, 'To Feel The Fire' and a five track bonus disc featuring, 'To FeelThe Fire' (New Version), 'Angie Girl', 'Do I Love Her', 'Yester-Me, Yester-You, Yesterday' and 'Think Of Me As Your Soldier'. Slimline double jewelcase. Ballad Collection Review
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Personnel: Lasim Richards (horns); Jim Jonsin (keyboards, programming); Clinton Sparks (programming).
Audio Mixers: John Frye; Robert Marks; Ray Seay; Serban Ghenea.
Recording information: Al Burna Studio, Miami, FL; Conway Studios, Los Angeles, CA; Midnight Blue Studios, Miami, FL; Panic Room Studios, Atlanta, GA; Prime Time Studios, Dallas, TX; The Classroom, Atlanta, GA.
Photographer: Ace Buhr.
Arranger: Jim Jonsin.
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Japanese version featuring a bonus track: 'Truth Is A Whisper'
This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
Goo Goo Dolls: Johnny Rzeznik (vocals, guitar); Robby Takac (bass, background vocals); Mike Malinin (drums).
Additional personnel includes: Tim Pierce (guitar); Kim Bullard, Doug McKean (programming); Luis Conte, Greg Suran, Jamie Muhoberac, Rob Cavallo.
Japanese edition adds an extra song.
CD contains 1 bonus track.
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