Comments on: Patty Loveless, “Why, Baby, Why”

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 03:41:57 +0000

Well like many others was sorta disappointed when I found out her new album was all covers, but after hearing this it sounds great!! So I imagine every song on this album will reflect this first single.. Hopefully RADIO PAYS ATTENTION, even thought that’s doubtful, she still has a huge following…

By: Steve F.

Steve F. — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:48:26 +0000

I read that Emory’s cousin said that Patty sounded like she was 20 years old on this one…The energy of a 20 year old to be sure, but with the seasoning and artistic maturity or a true legend. Patty’s version is my favorite as well, by far.

I shared some of the reservations voiced on this thread about a cover album…but after hearing her version of WHY BABY WHY, I was reminded once again to trust the musical instincts of Patty Loveless and Emory Gordy Jr. without question. The legend of their musical partnership grows with each new undertaking.

Does EVERYTHING this amazing woman touches with her enchanting voice turn magic?! Patty does far more than revitalize a great classic with that golden voice of hers, she positively resurrects it to something even more trancendent and timeless.

Patty Loveless, like her hero Ralph Stanley, just keeps getting better with age.

-Steve from Boston

By: bobby

bobby — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:45:34 +0000

just downloaded this one. i was kind of disappointed when i heard she was doing a classics album because i wanted her to do some new stuff, but after hearing this i can’t wait

By: Roger Newcomb

Roger Newcomb — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:11:19 +0000

If you’ve read any of my comments ever, you probably know “I” love it. :)

I have to admit, I am not a huge fan of the other versions of this song. Of all the classics to remake, I wouldn’t have chosen this one. But Patty makes it a honky-tonk romp that I can’t help but love.

By: Leeann Ward

Leeann Ward — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:24:29 +0000

Usually, I try not to buy an individual song from an album when it’s from an album that I know I’m going to buy upon its release, since there’s usually a deal when buying an entire digital album. I couldn’t resist this time and I don’t regret it in the least! It’s awesome! This is the best version I’ve heard yet. I’ve always liked the version on Jones’ Bradley Barnes Sessions with Ricky Skaggs, but this one beats that one out for me. I’m really excited that Patty and Emmory make such a great team.

By: Kevin J. Coyne

Kevin J. Coyne — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:47:57 +0000

This was an instant purchase for me this morning. She sounds better than ever!

By: Marc

Marc — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:44:40 +0000

Definitely a highlight of the second half of this year along side Ms Womack’s new disc.

By: Leeann Ward

Leeann Ward — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:43:45 +0000

I can’t wait! If anyone can pull off a covers album, she can!