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How could Someone/Anyone ignore him?

Joseph Townsend | 12/05/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"His talent and intelligence leaves me breathless. More than 25 years after some of these songs were written, the infectious melodies and lyrics of Todd's tunes are filling my head again. It's amazing to hear this chronologically organized assortment that Todd himself selected to represent his body of work...his musical and personal development. I grew up listening to him and his songs will always be part of my experience. I also enjoyed the packaging that contains a poster with pictures of all his album covers. Todd was always very astute about graphics and photography. The only thing about this CD that makes me a little sad is realizing that Todd isn't played on radio stations much these days and that we don't see much of him anymore. So Todd, if you're reading this, c'mon back. We need you."

TR - .."IGNORE ME" A TERRIFIC PRIMER FOR THE UN-INITIATED

Donald A. Bauer | San Francisco, CA USA | 12/17/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you wanted to turn someone onto Todd Rundgren's music -- lets say someone openminded who really values both subtlety and wide variety of expression in their musical artists -- then this would be an excellent one-stop gift to accomplish that goal. Rundgren's terrific songwriting skills are shown liberally here, as are his pure pop music sensibilities. Unquestionably one of the great "undiscovered" musical giants of our time -- here's hoping this multi-talented gentleman receives one-tenth the appreciation he deserves while he's still around for providing (already) two lifetimes worth of incredible music. A treat for any musician worth his salt! FINAL NOTE - This would be an excellent primer as a Rundgren introduction before going to see TR play live. Like one of his classic records, after you see TR play live, you simply won't be able to get enough. Period!"

Best music I have purchased in a post-Beatles era

Joseph Townsend | Hattiesburg, Ms. USA | 10/20/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is it, folks. This is a compilation of the wizard, the true star's best stuff and it will not disappoint. For folks not familiar with Todd, buy this set fully expecting to be blown away with the very best that pop music ever had to offer. The mega hits are complimented by songs that will be brand new to many casual listeners. My personal favorites are Fade Away, Sometimes I Don't Know What to Feel, Useless Begging, Compassion, Dream Goes on forever, along with the always lovely "Can We Still Be Friends" (featured at the climax of Vanilla Sky) and "Wailing Wall" - both of these are absolute perfection. Do not waste time on single c/d compilations - even with two discs any compilation will miss many favorites (e.g. Boat on the Charles, Dust in the Wind,etc) but this review is about what IS here and there is much to love with a total of 41 songs compiled by Todd himself (I think). Great liner notes, discology, poster, etc. I seldom get through a week, make that a day, without listening to some of Todd's music - When I was young I'd listen to Beatles albums until I had made them my own, knowing every note by heart - this music is just that good. After you buy this album you will just have to go back and buy Runt, S/A, AWAST, etc.,but that's o.k. - go ahead - become a Todd-head. No musician/composer so mastered both keyboards (check out the "Meaning of the Verb to Love")and guitar (check out "Love of the Common Man") as Todd has(and on some tracks, such as I Saw the Light" he does every instrument AND backgound vocals). This music is too good to be...ignored."