Comments on: Collin Raye Starter Kit

By: Greg M

Greg M — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 04:44:57 +0000

A few days ago I heard his song “What if Jesus comes back like that” on the True Country channel on Music Choice and was blown away. He was one of those “just there” type singers who I liked the music, but I haven’t really heard enough of him to decide one way or another. It was just great to hear this song and think about the other ones I’ve heard. He might even be my choice for underrated artist (Country or otherwise) in the last 20 years.

By: Razor X

Razor X — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 01:27:07 +0000

I agree with Occasional Hope — Raye was often a little more AC than I would have liked but he had some great songs. I even liked his cover of “Open Arms.” I have most, if not all, of his Epic albums.

By: J.R. Journey

J.R. Journey — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:49:39 +0000

Oh, and a ‘poor man’s Vince Gill’ is as good a description as I’ve ever heard of Collin Raye. Great line, Kevin.

By: J.R. Journey

J.R. Journey — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:48:34 +0000

I always liked his music – but like some other commenters I just never bought any of his albums except his Direct Hits CD. I really like all these songs and ‘What The Heart Wants’. ‘Anyone Else’ is my favorite though.

By: Tony C

Tony C — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:03:58 +0000

My two favorites from him were “On The Verge” and “What The Heart Wants”.

By: Matt. B

Matt. B — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 03:50:28 +0000

Here’s a link to “The Time Machine” on imeem.
http://www.imeem.com/cmunki78/music/4LLaeyzp/collin-raye-the-time-machine/

By: James S.

James S. — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:17:15 +0000

Ditto. I always do my best to separate the artist’s personal life from their music. In the case of Toby Keith, it’s very tough, but I still like his older music. I had also heard about the Collin Raye interview Craig R. mentioned, but never read it myself.

By: Michael

Michael — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:24:53 +0000

Same here. I own a few Toby Keith and Gretchen Wilson CDs as well. It all comes down to the quality of their music which is why, if John Rich actually made music that I enjoyed, I would still purchase one of his CDs. And the reason I buy the Dixie Chicks’ albums is not because I agree with their political views, but because their music is so awesome. I realize that the country music community tends to be conservative this is an argument I’ve seen before every time there’s a John Rich, Toby Keith or Dixie Chicks review on this site as well as other blogs. It’s still a bummer though when you find out that an artist you like doesn’t feel the same way about issues that are important to you.

By: Leeann Ward

Leeann Ward — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:27:40 +0000

Yeah, proof that I can separate an artists’ beliefs from the music is that I just downloaded Gretchen Wilson music today and I’ve decided she rubs me the wrong way.:) Same with Toby. It is admittedly still disappointing to learn their beliefs sometimes though. It’s natural, but I couldn’t listen to country music if I had to agree with their personal beliefs, since I tend to be less conservative than country artists at large. It sure is difficult at times though.

By: Matt. B

Matt. B — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:05:29 +0000

Collin Raye is the artist who got me hooked on country (so maybe that’s why I like pop-leaning stuff). I can separate a person’s personal beliefs from their music (which is why I can still somehow enjoy a John Rich song or two).

I think his ‘message songs’ are all great but one of his best songs ever is “The Time Machine” from the “I Think About You” album.