Aileen and Elkin Thomas
MUSIC OF LIFE
Shantih Music ST77
Aptly titled. All of their music is music for life. Their songs are
spiritual tonic. Meloditherapeutic. Rehabilitating, besides just downright good
to listen to. If Aileen and Elkin set out to make the listener feel better
about life through inspiring, but not preachy thoughts and beautifully arranged
songs, they certainly reached their goal. If that was not their intention, then
call it a beautiful accident. The title cut, Elkin's "Music of Life," sets the
tone for this entire collection of inspiring musical poetry, touching on the
complete circle-truth of life, knowing that you will fall only to rise again.
On the CD jacket, each song is preceded by a commentary which is very important
to note as you listen to each song. Note the unique story behind their Texas
and Pennsylvania homes preceding "Guardian Pines." Each of these songs are
beautiful examples of purist folk music. How blessed can two people be to blend
so harmoniously together in thought and music. "I'll Go With You," written by
Aileen, is testament to this sole union of spirits. This CD just makes me feel
good and glad to be alive. Visit them at www.aethomas.com and email them at
aethomas@aethomas.com
Review from the Walnut Valley Occasional, September 14, 2000 -- written by Ernie and Patti Hill