Precious Memories, Vol. 2

by Alan Jackson

Overview

The difference between Alan Jackson's 2006 album Precious Memories and its 2013 sequel Precious Memories, Vol. 2 can be seen in the cover art as well as heard in its grooves. On the cover of the 2006 album is a sepia-tinted photo of Jackson sitting on the steps of an old church; on the cover of Vol. 2 is a crisp, clean color snapshot of the singer in a studio, consciously posing for the camera. Similarly, the first Precious Memories sounded old and dusty, as authentic as a small-town church, but this second volume is stark and bright, sounding as contemporary as the day it was recorded. This transparency doesn't hurt this collection of familiar hymns -- "Amazing Grace," "O How I Love Jesus," "Precious Memories," "When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder" are some of the featured tunes here -- but this does mean that the album doesn't feel quite as warm and cozy as its predecessor. Nevertheless, this is a reverent, resonant spiritual album distinguished by its sweet sincerity. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine

Product Details

Release Date:	03/26/2013
Label:	Alan's Country Records / Capitol / Capitol Nashville / Emi Nashville
UPC:	5099972363928

Tracks

1. Amazing Grace
2. He Lives
3. Just as I Am
4. Love Lifted Me
5. O How I Love Jesus
6. Only Trust Him
7. There Is Power in the Blood
8. Precious Memories
9. Sweet Hour of Prayer
10. When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder
11. Wherever He Leads I'll Go