Ginny Owens is one of those rare singer songwriters who has the ability to fashion and perform a song that strikes right at the heart of the listener. Over the years she has built up a reputation as one of the best singer songwriters, especially out of those who craft lyrics that are simple and yet also vivid and thought-provoking. One example of this is on the album's second track, "Fellow Traveler" where she sings:
Fellow traveler, let me take you
To a place where I've found rest
Fellow seeker, let me show you
Where I've found true happiness
Fellow beggar, I have good news
I know where there is bread
I'll show you where there's bread.
Owens is also known for her unique sound of pop with a touch of jazz thrown in and it shines through on this album, which may easily be her best yet. One example of this can be seen in the title track "Long Way Home." She also has no problem spicing things up musically as she does with the synth-driven opening to the first track "Waiting for Tomorrow" or the rock-driven "Pieces."
Long Way Home shows that Ginny Owens is at the top of her game. This release is one that belongs in your CD player and the CD players of your friends.
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Other coverage for this album
The Phantom Tollbooth 2005Reviewed by Joe MontagueThere are certain things in life you can count on to bring happiness; a rainbow, a child telling you they love you, your cat or dog trotting to the door to greet you when you come home and a new CD from Ginny Owens. Just like the title from one of her former albums, Beautiful you can always count on Ginny Owens creating beautiful soothing tunes to caress your soul and Long Way Home does just…The Phantom Tollbooth 2005Reviewed by Brian A. SmithGinny Owens is one of those artists that has always been difficult for me to pin down. When I hear one of her songs on the radio, I always guess that it is someone else before I find out that it is one of hers. I'm uncertain if this is a testament to her ability to produce marketable CCM music or if there is a sameness to her music that makes it blend in with everyone else's. Long Way Home is her…Similar sounding releases
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