The Ultimate Collection Michael McDonald

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  • Release Date: 08/09/2005
  • Sales Rank: 17,514
  • Label: RHINO / WEA
  • UPC: 081227316723

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The Ultimate Collection

1LISTENAin't No Mountain High Enough 2:50
2LISTENWhat a Fool Believes / The Doobie Brothers 3:46
3LISTENI Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near) 3:42
4LISTENYah Mo B There Single Version 4:24
5LISTENTakin' It to the Streets / The Doobie Brothers Single Version 3:46
6LISTENSweet Freedom Single Version 4:05
7LISTENMinute by Minute / The Doobie Brothers 3:28
8LISTENOn My Own 4:40
9LISTENYou Belong to Me / The Doobie Brothers 3:07
10LISTENReal Love / The Doobie Brothers 4:22
11LISTENI Stand for You 4:23
12LISTENIt Keeps You Runnin' / The Doobie Brothers 4:20
13LISTENTake It to Heart Radio Edit 4:09
14LISTENNo Love to Be Found 5:40
15LISTENI Gotta Try 3:52
16LISTENNo Lookin' Back 3:55
17LISTENBlink of an Eye 4:58
18LISTENOpen the Door Urban Remix 4:29
19LISTENLost in the Parade 3:48

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Representing a broad cross-section of a lengthy career that includes a successful stint as a Doobie Brother and a thriving solo career, The Ultimate Collection frames Michael McDonald as more of a romantic balladeer than a soul shouter. As a new member of the Doobies, the St. Louis native wears his influences on his sleeve -- whether it's the electro-funk panache slathered on the self-penned "It Keeps You Runnin'" (an admitted nod to Marvin Gaye) or the gospel-tinged pop of "Taking It to the Streets." As a musical collaborator, the raspy baritone is as compelling trading verses with Patti LaBelle on the quintessential breakup song "On My Own" as he is raising questions of spiritual import with James Ingram on the rhythmic, uplifting "Yah Mo B There." And he's no less effective handling another composer's material, such as Rod Tempterton's infectious "Sweet Freedom," with its hint of Caribbean rhythm, or the Motown chestnut "Ain't No Mountain High Enough." The only thing missing on this otherwise stellar collection is any Steely Dan-era McDonald material, but there's more than enough soul-infused soft rock to make this an Ultimate Collection, indeed. Dave Gil de Rubio, Barnes & Noble

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Ultimate Collectionby Anonymous

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November 28, 2005: If you like Michael McDonald, you will love this CD.

Ultimate Collectionby Anonymous

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October 13, 2005: I've always admired Michael's guest appearances on other bands' albums, so I took a plunge and purchased this collection. Pardon me for my candid review of this conglomeration (amalgamation) of hits featuring His lord and savior, Michael McDonald. Am I the only one that believes Michael has kleenex wedged in both cheeks while he sings? I honestly believe that he wads up tissue and stuffs it in the sides of his mouth before he records a track. To be specific about my suspicions, I believe that he records the song before the fabric has had an opportunity to moisten. That would create a whole separate effect on his vocals. In order to properly muffle the voice, the tissue must be dry to not only damper the soundwaves, but to dehydrate the tongue, thereby creating a certain tone of desperation in the end result. Don't get me wrong, I think we're looking at a solid set of songs here. I just question his motives.


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