A lost classic for sure.
K. Perez | Miami Beach, FL USA | 01/23/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"My brother said it best: "I heard the first song and I never wanted to play music ever again, then I heard the rest of the album and I couldn't imagine doing anything else."
This album is ridiculously well crafted, thoughtful songs and arrangements, a beautiful singin voice, and crystal clear sound quality while still maintaining the warmth of all the best records ever. After hearing it I was upset I had never heard it before then. That's only happened to me a handful of times. If you don't like this, you suck. Straight up. Don't talk to me."
Take A Picture of Your Life with Janis Ian
Music Lover | Rhode Island, USA | 10/28/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It can be argued that Stars is Janis Ian's best album. With lyrics, vocals and melodys that speak to just about every emotion, this album is a true classic. It should be required listening to anyone who picks up a guitar and wants to sing and write their own songs. The title track is a simple masterpiece - just voice and acoustic guitar musing about the price of fame. Jesse is another classic. Can't listen to this one without getting a lump in my throat (even after all these years). Dance with Me is a graphic anti-war song set to the most joyous melody you could imagine. It's perfection. All the other songs are extremely well done and really show Ian's range as a singer and musician. Just buy this album and let it become part of your life. You'll be better off by having heard Stars."
The Best
Buddy | philadelphia | 08/16/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just met Janis Ian at a book signing for her autobiography and for someone who has miraculous control over their emotions, I had tears streaming down my face; both from joy (I had wondered for years what happened to her) and from a rush of emotions from the days when I would sit and listen to the Stars album when I was a teenager and feel the lonely horrible feelings teens have to her gentle singing voice. She's a great person also - if you haven't heard Stars, you haven't completely heard music."
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1