Ambrosia - Anthology

Ambrosia on the side

Ambrosia at the local deli is popular; whipped cream, coconut, pineapple, half a cherry, a treat.
Ambrosia at the local Top 40 is much the same, a big seller, filled w/marshmallow vocals, easy as puddin' guitars, and achin' cherry popped songs that melt the gal next to ya.
Ambrosia at its best was Bread with memorable hits as, "Biggest Part of Me", "You're The Only Woman". "Nice Nice Nice" (with lyrics by Kurt Vonnegut !), while apparently in a good relationship, and late '70's hits of "Holdin' On to Yesterday", and "How Much I Feel", all yearning pretty while uhmm not so much.

This is a fine example of 1970's pop song writing and performance. It also may make some tear up. That would not be an allergic reaction, but a heartfelt reminiscence of a side salad of mixed fruit and bittersweet memories. October 26, 2008

California Dreamin'

From 1975-1982, Ambrosia utilized pop sensibilities and a fusion flare - with a heavy dosage of progressive rock - to find a niche in the FM radio marketplace.

The overview of the band's career is a great place to get an appreciation of the power within the production and the California groove which powered the success in charting singles. Perhaps lost in the shuffle in the "Golden Age of Rock," the group was Nice, Nice, Very Nice musically, which makes Anthology a worthy addition to any rock album collection. October 8, 2008

In spite of its lightweight reputation Ambrosia an accomplished band

Behind Ambrosia's romantic, sweet radio hits like "How Much I Feel" and "Biggest Part of Me" lie incredible songs like "Can't Let a Woman," "Life Beyond L.A.," "Somewhere I've Never Traveled," and, of course, "Nice, Nice, Very Nice." The accomplished Ambrosia, in spite of its lightweight reputation, was a highbrow, artsy band of sorts: Guitarist/ keyboardist/vocalist David Pack's mentor (and friend) was none other than the great Leonard Bernstein, and "Nice, Nice" has lyrics written by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. Bassist/vocalist Joe Puerta, during Ambrosia's decade-long hiatus, was part of Bruce Hornsby's Range. October 2, 2008

"How Much I Feel" for this CD

Three GREAT reasons to buy this CD: 1)"You're the Only Woman", 2)"How Much I Feel", & 3)"Biggest Part of Me." Need I say more? :D November 14, 2007

More than just a love song....

If you're buying this cd for the "love" songs...you don't "know" Ambrosia! This band is 70's vinyl to the maxx! If you weren't around to buy the original albums on vinyl, then you should'nt buy this cd! This cd is meant for old diehard fans, lusting for something new from the band. And getting a little taste from mamma's spoon...all too little...and all too brief. Not quite a complete meal...but oh so very nice! This cd is a memory of a saturday afternoon in the early 70's, trying out the new Technics turntable. Seeing if you could get some feedback through the speakers on "Make us all aware". Pushing your subwoofer to the maxx on "Drink of Water". Your not alive if you don't get goosebumps when the organ rocks on that song! Joe's bass.....and then Chris's organ playing the final few notes of "Water" is perhaps the most awe-inspiring sound I have ever heard! Give it a listen, then discover the other albums. You won't be dissappointed! August 5, 2007

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