Reviewed by Dave Brassington

Although this isn't, as advertised, Brenda's first ever gospel project, it is a fascinating return for the '50s and '60s hitmaker. On this set the veteran sings duets with a veritable who's who of mainstream country (Dolly Parton, George Jones, Alison Krauss, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Martina McBride and. . . rather oddly. . . the rocker Huey Lewis). All the songs are well known gospel classics and the album kicks off with a great duet with Dolly Parton, "This Old House". Sadly the next track "Have A Little Talk With Jesus" with George Jones proves that this once great country singer's voice has really gone though Brenda's pipes are still in good working order. "In The Garden" with Alison Krauss is a particular favourite of mine and although all the rest of the tracks are very easy on the ear, ie, "Jesus Loves Me" with Emmylou Harris, the album does have a certain sameness about the way the songs are arranged. At £14.99 it does not represent great value for money with its relatively short playing time.

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