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Mr. Feel Good Makes the Ultimate Feel Good Cd

booknblueslady | Woodland, CA United States | 07/15/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Big Wide Grin by Keb' Mo' is just that a big wide grin on your face. It is music that is positive and affirms the value of the family in today's society. To add to that it does it though the grace of pleasant acoustic, organic music. It is just pleasin' and fun to listen to. Kevin Moore aka Keb' Mo' is one of those "young" musicians who "burst" upon the blues music scene several years back. Since that time he has been producing quality blues music that is both uplifting and original. In reality Keb' who was born in 1951 has been involved in music professionally since the early 1970's when he became part of Papa John Creach's band. Through this apprenticeship Keb' has developed a deep appreciation of music and skill as a musician. Through his natural disposition he writes and records songs that are positive and thoughtful in nature.Big Wide Grin is Keb' Mo's celebration of the family and he takes great care to include the whole family. He includes songs of grandmothers, daughters, sons, fathers and mothers. He has included songs which he has had a great fondness for over the years, including Love Train, The Flat Foot Floogie, Sly Stone's Family Affair, Joni Mitchell's Big Yellow Taxi, Stevie Wonder's Isn't She Lovely and America The Beautiful. Added to this collection are his originals I Am Your Mother Too, Infinite Eyes, and Don't Say No.Big Yellow Taxi is one of the high points on the cd. Always a pleasant song with a powerful message, Keb Mo's version is made perhaps more powerful by adding his son's voice to the song. "C'mon it's time to stop paving! We need a little paradise away from those tree museums."Keb Mo's original music aptly demonstrates his naturally positive nature and Don't Say No is a prime example. He states:Float above the clouds, cause when your thoughts are loud
You hear, the way to laugh and grow
Leave your doubts behind, strength is what you'll find
And love, will never let you go
Don't Say NoWhile this cd is billed as a children's cd, I hope adults do not hesitate to take a listen to it. We all can sometimes use a "picmeup" and what better one than some wonderful blues music which celebrates the family! So put on your dancing shoes and join me with the swing "Flat Fleet Floogie with the Floy, floy, Floy Doy, Floy Doy, Floy Doy, Floy Doy!""

Fabulous Family Album-- Super for Adoptive Families

Jennifer Forbes | East Lansing, MI United States | 02/21/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I am delighted by the diversity of songs about FAMILY on this album. I love Keb' Mo' already, but this collection has earned him a place in my heart (and my young childrens'!). It's got some fun ol' favorites-- "Love Train" and "Isn't she Lovely," as well as some new songs that speak to the depth of family relations & emotions. I was completely taken by surprise by the inclusion of a song about adoption (we're an adoptive family) . . . "I am your Mother Too." Songs that validate the special bond of our family are rare to come by. I have sent copies to several apoptive-family friends. Big Wide Grin is filled with great song writing (new & old), bluesy guitar (funky & soulful) , and lovely voices (strong & emotive). For us, it's "A Family Affair.""

Thinking outside the box

Stephen D. Charlson | Richmond, Va United States | 06/21/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"On this venture, Keb' Mo' not only demonstrates his continued musical excellence but transforms familiar songs into fresh renditions that have a personal feel. It's unfortunate that listeners cannot be more appreciative of an artist thinking "outside the box". I read the same type of negative reviews regarding Eric Clapton's "Reptile". As with "Reptile", "Big Wide Grin" is a personal venture that defines the artist beyond pure entertainment. This is the difference between an artist and a performer. Thank God for Artist like Keb' Mo' and Eric Clapton who risk a part of themselves to share with those of us who appreciate real artist in a world of commercial music that says nothing."