Superstar Reba McEntire releases a 2-CD set of her 33 #1 hits
plus 2 brand new songs, the current single 'You're Gonna Be' and
'Love Needs A Holiday'. This collection is Reba's 30th release on
MCA Records Nashville and is a testament to why this
multi-talented artist's career has spanned over 3 decades. The
release of REBA #1s will be supported with appearances by Reba as
well as coverage in key press outlets. 2005.
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Two things hit you while listening to this two-disc, 35-song
collection. First: Reba McEntire, one of country's most twangy,
yet recognizable and singular voices, has consistently chosen
material that captures life's dramatic moments of consequence,
whether it's the decision to leave a romantic coupling, face up
to a failed relationship with a parent, or handle the passing of
a loved one. And second: in the course of her 23-year career,
several of her 33 #1 hits slipped up to the top of the charts
virtually unnoticed, and seem hardly memorable today (e.g., "I
Know How He Feels"). Yet the best of her work ("Whoever's in New
England," "Rumor Has It") remains as emotionally resonant today
as when it first appeared. Not only a fine singer, however,
McEntire picked up the mantle of woman-to-woman songs first
carried by Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette. Long before Martina
McBride began singing songs of social relevance, McEntire had
been encouraging and empowering women to change their lives--to
look beyond their roles as dutiful wives and mothers ("Is There
Life Out There")--if perhaps more subtly than McBride. Reba #1's
contains two new tunes: "You're Gonna Be," a mother's loving
lessons for her child; and "Love Needs a Holiday," which recounts
a married couple's much-needed motel getaway. The latter sounds
like it could be the theme song to a spin-off of McEntire's TV
sitcom, but the former, much like her most-loved songs, comes
packed with wisdom for anyone attempting to navigate the
unsettling storms of life. --Alanna Nash
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Review
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Reba's very biggest singles are all present here. Her natural
charm and sass are apparent. -- Country Weekly - 1/2/06 - 4
Stars!
Whether she's accompanied by a steel guitar or a synthesizer (or
both), her focus is elegant storytelling. -- New York Times -
12/2/05
About the Artist
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From "Cant Even Get the Blues" in 1982 to "Somebody" in 2004,
Reba McEntire has been delivering number one songs for many
years. Her name and voice are synonymous with country music. Reba
now marks that career by turning in a 35-song compilation of her
number one singles, plus two brand new s.
Reba #1s is a celebration of a career that has included 33 #1
hits, 29 albums, multiple awards and countless shows and
performances. This album is a collection of the songs country
music fans have known and loved for over two decades. As a
mainstay on country radio, Rebas music has become a soundtrack
for the human experience. She has put words to our heartache with
songs like "You Lie," "Somebody Should Leave" and "Rumor Has It";
inspired us with "Im A Survivor" and "How Was I To Know"; and
broke our hearts with "The Greatest Man I Never Knew" and "And
Still." And no one can deliver a love song like the redhead from
Oklahoma "Somebody" and "Forever Love" gave us hope that love
really does conquer all. The first new single from Reba #1s,
"Youre Gonna Be," speaks of a mothers love for her child
through all of the ups and downs that life brings. The soaring
chorus is a mix of advice, encouragement and inspiration. A
second new song, "Love Needs A Holiday," is an upbeat tale of a
married couple who just needs a break from the daily grind. Both
songs teem with the passion and talent Reba fans know and love,
and listeners will recognize a piece of themselves in the stories
they tell. That talent has also brought her a slew of awards and
honors, including 15 American Music Awards, 12 Academy of Country
Music awards, 7 Country Music Association awards and 2 Grammys.
In a career that has now expanded beyond music, Reba is also a
multiple award winner in the acting arena. Her critically
accled Broadway debut in 2001s ANNIE GET YOUR was awarded
both the Drama Desk and Outer Critics awards. Now in its fifth
season, her self-titled TV show, REBA, reigns as the WBs top
rated sitcom and has landed Reba a Golden Globe nomination and a
Peoples Choice Award. Rebas ever-expanding talents have now
grown to encompass a clothing line as well.The line is an
extension of Rebas style and taste, and offers a bit of her
personality to shoppers. Through her music, television show,
clothing collection, and everything else she does, Reba McEntire
represents the ideals, dreams and issues that people of all
backgrounds care about. She speaks to our everyday lives while
showing us what else is out there. Her personality and talent
have drawn in millions of fans. It's why she became the first
country female artist to sell five million copies of one album
since Patsy Cline. It's why she's now sold more than 49 million
albums in her career. Reba McEntire has been the leading lady of
country music for over 20 years. While her career now stretches
far beyond country music, shes never forgotten her roots. She is
a role model for those who have come behind her, inspiring them
to take chances and refuse to accept limitations on what they can
do. Reba #1s is a picture of longevity and consistency, of music
that inspires and reaches people where they are. Its Reba
McEntire at her very best.
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