Linda Eder - It's Time

Frank Wildhorn may get mixed reviews for his Broadway shows, but there's little question the man can write a pop song, and his greatest advocate happens to be his wife, Linda Eder. Preceding her 1999 breakout hit It's No Secret Anymore, It's Time is a superior pop album from 1997 that shows off the best of Eder--her vocal power, her dazzling high notes, her sense of swing, her tender balladry. Most of the songs are by Wildhorn (including "Only Love" from The Scarlet Pimpernel and "Candle in the Window" from The Civil War), but there's also "Over the Rainbow" (gorgeously rendered with only piano accompaniment), "Man of La Mancha" (a showstopper she performed at Carnegie Hall), and Nine's "Unusual Way." There's even a Big Anthem, "Children of Eden," that with its pennywhistle solos foreshadows the theme song from a certain big-ship movie released later that year. Watch out, Celine Dion! --David Horiuchi Amazon.com

In my all time top 10 albums

You know that list of best albums ever. This is on mine. I've had it since it came out and I still pull it out over and over. Linda is in top form in this one. I only wish her and Frank would make more music together. June 4, 2008

Amazing

That word describes the quality of Linda's voice, her vocal range, phrasing, and, especially here, her song selections. (It also points to the fact that two of the loveliest pictures I've seen of her are attached to this album.)

I stumbled across Linda's work while browsing iTunes (where I have discovered many performers I wasn't aware of) but decided to buy the three Linda Eder CDs I have, including this one (my favorite) from Amazon.

I like every song in this album but especially recommend these (in order): "I Want More", "It's Time", "Candle In The Window","I'm Afraid This Must Be Love", "I Don't Know How To Say Goodbye", "Someone Like You". May 25, 2008

This CD turned me into a FAN!!!

I heard this cd just once, and thats what turned me into a True Linda Eder FAN!!! All of these songs are Super! If your that slightest unsure as to Miss Linda's talents. Stop here and pick up this CD. You will Not be disappointed. March 9, 2008

IT'S TIME YOU DISCOVERED LINDA EDER

I received "It's Time" as a gift from my oldest son....and honestly, after listening to Ms. Eder I will unequivocally state that this is one of the best gifts I have received in a long, long time. This talented, vivacious lady has a set of pipes that can definitely compete with the Dion's, Streisands, and Garlands and, in some instances, surpass their best efforts.

Her performance on this CD is spectacular, with some numbers projecting an electrifying sensuality that vicariously transports the listener to an intimate jazz club back in the days when Frank, Tony and Ella were the reigning royalty. Other numbers shift tempo and literally sweep you along with an energy and excitement reminiscent of the internal fireworks you feel while sitting in the audience enjoying the "big musical number" of your favorite Broadway show.

If it sounds to you like I'm "gushing" praise all I can say is, buy this CD and decide for yourself whether or not Linda Eder is one gifted performer.
September 18, 2007

21st Century Diva

Linda Eder is a great voice for a new generation. First coming to many people's attention in Jekyll & Hyde, she'll be the person we go to venues to hear for many years to come.

"I Want More" is the anthem for anyone whose partner ever let romance drift from a love relationship. Sometimes you need to ask for what you want and need.

"Big Time" is a tongue-in-cheek view of reality for many female entertainers - what does it really take to get to the top (and what do you find when you get there...?).

If you like women with powerful voices and a way with a lyric, you'll definitely enjoy this album. August 28, 2007

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