JOE PURDY: Julie Blue

Joe Purdy

Julie Blue

© 2004 Joe Purdy Music (724101710322)

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Sweet acoustic songs with a soul born of bluegrass and 60s folk. His song "Wash Away" featured on this album, was heard on ABC's show Lost.

tracks

1 Wash Away
2 Skinny Dippin Girl
3 Mary
4 St. Lawrence Spits
5 Far Away Blues
6 Riverboat Captain
7 Whiskey and Fish
8 Abbie's Song
9 I Love the Rain the Most
10 Julie Blue
11 Wash Away (reprise)

notes

Julie Blue , the strongly anticipated release from singer/songwriter Joe Purdy is a must have for more reasons than one. The most popular reason is that it carries the first release of the song "Wash Away" as heard on the ABC show "LOST". But there are plenty of reasons to own this river record.

The record Julie Blue is a story of an artist inspired by a moment in time. This collection of memoirs was made in upstate NY, on a river island barely big enough for the house that stands on it. It was written and recorded in less than a week's time, and its spontaneity is evident through and through. From the simple rough nature of its recording, to the sound of water hitting the docks that can be heard in the background, this record tells the tale of an escape to a beautiful place, and the amazing experiences that were found there.

Julie Blue is a daydream put to music, and a truly unique record that you don't want to miss.

reviews

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  • Joe's Cool
    author: rick hart

    All of his albums great.

  • Great
    author: Adam

    Its amazing to find artists that play with their heart. Thank you XM for referring such great music.

  • Julie Blue
    author: Lucinda Smith

    I absolute love this album, great

  • Ahhhhhh that's it!
    author: Cathy Emery

    I have listened to Wash Away and I love the rain the most so many times and they still feel so good to me!!! I do mean feel because his music isn't something you just listen to...you feel. I had to buy the whole album...could've got it for free however this is an artist I love to support...Go JOE Go!

  • Per-fect
    author: MW

    Everything is in the title ^^ I just regret that the all album does not lasts four hours & hours & hours & ... See what I mean. I particulary love "I Love The Rain The Most", but the whole album is a small wonder. Thanks so much !

  • Purdy Amazing Album
    author: Jennifer

    Thank You CD Baby for offering all Joe Purdy CD's at such reasonable prices. His music is timeless.

  • Beautiful music, very relaxing and well created.
    author: DJ Koncz

    I feel fortunate i heard the song on the television show "Lost" because Joe Purdy is a talent. im looking forward to hearing everything else he has released. thanks Joe keep it up, DJK in Maine

  • Wonderful surprise!
    author: Sara

    The reviews sold me on this and the sample. Unbelievable CD!! Just loved it and wanted more. This is a must. Great job guys!

  • Joe Purdy is all artist and a clever writer"love it"
    author: Jamon Zeiler

    Being spontaneous is always a great idea for an artist but not always easy and Joe Purdy pulls it off beautifully after two listens I was hooked

  • Perfect for my studio music
    author: Kini

    I LOVE this cd and play it daily while working - It's just so fun and playful, making it the perfect music for an illustration studio!

  • Easy listening and mellow is what Joe brings to the table
    author: Mike Rogers

    You can easily sit back with a joint and turn on Joe Purdy and just mellow out, unwind...

  • stunning music I love to listen and get a refresher from Joe Purdy's songs
    author: Kimberly

    The music is soothing and upbeat. It brings to mind good things

  • This is the best record i have heard for a VERY long time!!!
    author: Frankie

    This is a brilliant Record. The song on lost is aaamzasing! this is a MUST get CD

  • A river recorded by Joe Purdy
    author: John Eskate

    That is how you record a river! Simply amazing. its a best buy. just thought u ought to know.

  • bad breakup cd saved my life
    author: heartbroken

    I was just going through a bad break up. My friend turned me on to Julie Blue. It was like the songs told a story about what was happening at the time. The album got me threw this hard time thank you!

  • author: Asa...

    Love yous guys cd!!!

  • author: Jerzegirl

    I discovered Joe Purdy via CD Baby ...this is the first of his cd's that i own. Bought it for "Far Away Blues". I love his voice, acoustic guitar and the sound of the water in the background.

  • Quite a Journey
    author: Bruce

    This is the only album of Joe's that I've even heard. He does a wonderful job of transporting the listener to this 'moment in time' which he speaks of. When I listen to this disc I feel as though I've spent some time on that river with Joe, and experienced for myself the inspiration for his surreal collection of chill tunes. Quite a journey.

  • healing
    author: Liz

    Wow this cd is breathtaking. i bought it for my son who is in the hospital and thats all he wants to listen to . It helps him cope with the stress. now all the nurses on his floor love it too. the whole childrens ward is hooked.

  • Absolutely amazing! THE most breathtaking cd!

    This cd is the best album I ever bought! I first heard it on LOST as I am THE biggest fan, great, brill!

  • author: barry matthews

    Ever since hearing Wash Away on that eponymous TV series I have experieced a craving akin to vanilla ice cream and strawbwerries. I subsequently hunted you down and now own the CD and every single track satisfies in the manner of my favourite comfort food.When can I purchase the next one?

  • Marvellous listening
    author: Les

    Superb cd, full of variety and great tunes. Surprised that it is not more commercially available, Joe Purdy deserves better publicity in the large high street music stores.

  • awesome music! great sound! perfect.
    author: logan

    This cd, Julie Blue, is amazing. The songs are great, especially "wash away" (both versions) and "skinny dippin girl" and I could go on and on. Great cd, and I'm glad I got it.

  • Absolutely Fantastic
    author: Laura

    I heard wash away first and LOVED IT. I didnt know who Joe Purdy was until I found out in LOST magazine now I'm hooked. My dad made me a compelation disk until i can get his albums. I can listen to the tunes all day any weather. and that means something in England!

  • A great "lost" CD
    author: Alex

    This CD should not get lost on the shelves, it is great and perfect for a sunday, monday or any chilled out day. Great songs - a must buy. Should be big.

  • author: chris

    Joe is brilliant, and Julie Blue showcases what a phenomenal singer/songwriter he is. The recording is definitely rough around the edges, but that is part of the beauty -- knowing that he put all this together on a river island. And anyone who can record music in that environment (no fancy equipment, acoustics of a studio) and sound so amazing...that speaks volumes about his musical ability. Quite simply, this album is pefection.

  • our favorite camping cd
    author: zach

    this cd makes me feel like i'm laying in the air....spiritually relaxing, fun and inviting, very good

  • Great CD from Joe Purdy!
    author: www.GreatIndieMusic.com

    Joe Purdy does a fantastic job on this cd. Very raw and powerful preformance! Keep up the good work!

  • One of my favorite CDs!
    author: Lindsay

    This is definitely one of the best CDs I have in my collection. Wash Away is the top played song in iTunes.

  • author: Morris

    Great CD although a low quality of production, joe purdy really shines. Great Cd.

  • Great road-trip CD.
    author: Rob

    Easy going lyrics and melodies, perfect for road-trips or just relaxing.

  • Folking Brilliant
    author: Karl

    Music for contemplation on a sunny afternoon. Some beautiful songs.

  • Excellent cd, I'm so chilled out now. Wonderful lyrics. Great tunes!!
    author: jackie

    Thanks to LOST, I have discovered Joe Purdy and I am so glad that I have. The CD puts me in such a happy, chilled out mood whenever I play it. Excellent speedy delivery of the CD also. Thanks a million.

  • A really refreshing album
    author: Ian

    Fab album.......not sure its better than Stomping Grounds@ but it is choc full of great songs played well.......nice sounding too..........nice one Joe

  • Just heavenly
    author: Pili

    Thanks to the series Lost I discovered the wonderful song Wash Away (Reprise), got to know the other songs via Joe Purdy's website and I must say, the cd is brilliant. Great cd! Big thanks to the CD Baby staff for the extremely friendly and humoristic mails and the quick sending of this cd.

  • Excellent
    author: Debs

    Wonderful stuff - so relaxing - especially Wash Away.

  • perfectly contained
    author: jem

    A rare beauty - a song, a story, a time, a place. It all fits together. A new discovery that will travel with me all the way.

  • Julie Blue is wonderful
    author: Sandy

    Because of hearing Wash Away on Lost, I bought the Julie Blue album. I now love the entire album and find each song so relaxing and refreshing. It brings back some years gone by, and it's now my number one favorite album for the softness of the songs and voice, the lyrics and the acoustic guitar.

  • brilliant
    author: Alina

    I finally found "Wash Away"!!:)Such a great movie(LOST,of course)and such a great song!I must have this CD!

  • Great CD
    author: Jason

    This album is absolutely brilliant! I find the natural element of water on the CD to be very relaxing and it gives it a very unique sound.

  • Reminds me of my childhood
    author: Dodge

    I loved this CD! I grew up on an island on the St. Lawrence (and I remember the island that is so small it only has 1 house and 1 tree on it). This album flows, much like a river, with chord transitions and melodies repeating making the entire album seem like one long song. It reminded me of living on the river, and well, I don't know how to say it other than it made me feel all warm inside. Loved it! You've got to buy it! You won't be dissapointed.

  • great album!
    author: e

    this album is fabulous! love the lyrics and the music. highly recommend it!

  • Music from the heart that soothes
    author: John Allen

    This inspiring album leaves the listener in awe of a great lyrical and vocal genius in this captivating success to break away from conventional recording means. Clearly no artist can match the genuine uniqueness found in Julie Blue. A great buy for anyone in need of rejuvenation,these songs will bring you to the edge of the water to soak your soul in the sounds of the river.

  • Great acoustics
    author: Jay Red Eagle - Native American flutist

    Great acoustic music. Very pure sound!

  • Need to relax? Julie Blue is the answer
    author: Grant

    I heard "Wash Away" on LOST and about 6 months later I decided to search out this CD and I'm impressed by the entire disc! Awesome way to relax and enjoy some soft river music. Purdy hits the spot.

  • Clinically constructed ambience
    author: Cath

    The story is that the artist wrote and recorded this album in just a week. In parts I can believe this because there is a theme and feel running through the songs - but in other ways it seems far too slick to have been put together in so short a time! Maybe I'm just a cynic, and maybe I should buy into the magic a bit more! The nature of the album is that there aren't many 'stand out tracks', apart from maybe 'I love the rain the most' - but this is kind of the point I think. He's created a soundtrack to a timespace he was in, and he's sharing that so that other people get to live to the same soundtrack. If anything, this album is kind of a teaser of Joe's work. It's going to generate interest and get people (including me) to buy his other material.

  • Simple, beautiful music. Sad, funny and engrossing.
    author: Tim

    I waited several months to order this. Now I wish that I hadn't waited. It is simple, beautiful music. Sad, funny and engossing. It is short but I play it again and again and don't get tired of it. If his other disks are any where near as good they are well worth having. I'll let you know.

  • Fantastic Disc
    author: Calmacil20

    Everyone's pretty much said all you can, but it really is a great CD to relax too. Not many CDs can be that. Buy it; you'll enjoy it.

  • excellent to relax to.
    author: nicky

    the type of cd to relax to. this will stay in the cd player for some time. excellent.

  • Great CD, impossible to find in Spain
    author: Natxo

    Cd is great, wonderful to chill out and lose yourself in thoughts.

  • author: Scott

    The CD is a real "feel-good" listen. Buy it, you will NOT be disapointed in any way, it has been in my player since I bought it, and don't see taking it out anytime soon!!!!

  • An Acoustic Masterpiece
    author: Nate from Michigan

    I first heard "Washed Away" during Lost Season 1, and I was HOOKED on that song. This album, with's it acoustic brilliance and laid-back lyrics really does make you feel like your watching the sunset (as the album cover depicts). Every song enwraps you. What better way to spend a warm summer afternoon than lying back and listening to "Julie Blue."

  • Great
    author: PiO

    Yeah, this cd is great!!! It's smooth, relaxing, you will love it (exactly like the CDBaby service). Stop to read reviews and buy it! In french : Ce cd est vraiment super!! pas d'artifice, un homme, sa guitare et parfois quelques petits bouts de piano. Avec le service de Cd Baby, cet achat sera une expérience très agréable!

  • Great chill CD
    author: Erin

    Found this artist off the Grey's Anatomy soundtrack and decided I needed to hear more! His voice is awesome (for lack of a better word) and the CD just puts me in a good mood. The sound on the CD is a little soft but it helps add to the whole effect. I would highly recommend it!

  • hypnotizing
    author: Eric Bonar

    Joe Purdy is a phenominal artist. I have had the pleasure of meeting him when he was my brother's roommate in college. He has an amazing talent for creating such meaningful and beautiful songs that anyone can relate to. The first album I heard, StompinGrounds, was absolutly amazing and this one is no exception. I look forward to hearing more of his creations in the near future.

  • Total "Mood" Music
    author: Michael Bannerman

    Ok, I admit - I am a total "rocker" that wouldn't usually buy a "folk" album... but I stumbled on this artist while surfing CD Baby and totally fell in love with it. So I ordered the CD and it's everything I hoped it would be. It is the perfect CD to throw in the stereo, sit back on the patio at the cottage and just chill - the cool thing is, it's also the perfect CD to throw in the car when your stuck in traffic and simply need to chill. What else can I say - this project is worth every penny.

  • Hypnotised me and got me through a days university work!
    author: Amy Dean

    Hi, I am going to admit the first time I listened to the CD I was a bit dubious about the length, it seemed to have flown by. But once I had listened two or three times I was hooked and spent a full day working on my university work hypnotised by the songs, Thanks Joe...hopefully my mark will be improved by one extra dedicated day! xx P.S CDBaby..I Love the option of having the CD without its case - a useful saving for us students!

  • it rocks the folk
    author: michelle

    okay so really it mellows. most uncomplicated, distinctly visual, awesomely to the point.

  • can't do anything else when it's playing
    author: Leila

    i was listening to this CD... well... i had to put down everything else i was doing...

  • Great lyrics and music. I love the whole CD.
    author: Alissa

    I got the cd for 'Wash Away' because I heard it on lost and I loved the entire cd. It sort of puts you in the place the cd was made, like you're sitting right there with him on the beach while he's singing. It is a great c.d.

  • Classic
    author: lovejoepurdy

    I initially found Joe Purdy not from Lost, but from his song "The City" on the Grey's Anatomy soundtrack. I could not find any of his CD's ANYWHERE until I found CD Baby. I love love love Julie Blue, especially Wash Away, Far Away Blues, Abbie's Song and I Love the Rain Most. This CD is a classic that I will play over and over.

  • Great CD to hang out to
    author: Sarah

    When I bought Joe Purdy's album, I was looking for a good CD to play when I just feel like hanging out and relaxing. I wasn't disappointed - it's a great album to chill to, and is particularly good for highway driving.

  • I truly got LOST in this cd
    author: Jenny Lyngen

    I too first heard the song WASH AWAY on the tv show LOST. And loved it. Didnt know who sang it till I went to the LOST fanclub. Then I just had to order it. And I love all the songs on here. I LOVE THE RAIN THE MOST is a great song also. Im truly a Joe Purdy fan now too. Thanks.

  • What's not to love?
    author: Sabrina Livshin

    Mellow, happy, great road trip music. It will put you in a great mood!

  • fantastic
    author: phil young

    like most people i heard about joe purdy from the tv series LOST. i must say i am so glad i brought this cd. Its the kind of cd that freezes time and for a brief half hour there is nothing that matters apart from listening to this cd. A masterpiece that matches my thoughts and feelings

  • excellent!
    author: Donna

    Again, as Lost fans, my son and I got this for the Wash Away song (excellent)but we enjoy the entire cd. Thanks Joe Purdy

  • love it that's hot
    author: lisa

    this CD is so great. i can listen to it on repeat for hours on end... buy it i guarantee you'll love it

  • will enjoy this for a long time
    author: allcatsarebad

    I have really enjoyed the cd. First heard wash away from Lost. The other songs on the CD are equally enjoyable. Keep it up Purdy Boy. Love your style

  • amazing beyond words
    author: zach burkhart

    this cd is totally amazing...i was watching lost one day and this song came up...so i put it back and put on the subtitles...there was joe purdy, wash away...so naturally i had to find the cd it was on and was i pleasently surprised to find that the rest of the cd was just as good as wash away... i cant take it out of my cd player

  • Amazingly beautiful!
    author: Benj

    I love this CD. I heard 'Wash Away' on an episode of LOST and was deperate to find out who it was. Although this CD is short it is great and 'Stompin' Grounds' is next on my list. I highly recommend it.

  • Stunning
    author: Jem Ball - Worcester, UK

    I looked Joe Purdy up on the net after hearing wash away on Lost and found the album. It is an outstanding piece of work and has inspired me to pick up my guitar and play. Every track is awesome and I haven't been able to turn it off. I have now bought Stompingrounds and recommend that anyone who has enjoyed this, buys that one too. I've recommended this album to all my friends...

  • I've been searching for music like this....I took a 5 second listen and ordered
    author: Ann Marie

    I've been searching for music like this....I took a 5 second listen and ordered it. Being a singer/songwriter myself, an album like this inspires me to pick up my guitar and play. It's awesome...

  • Spectacular
    author: Joe Purdy Lover

    A few days ago, I rented a Lost episode. I always leave the subtitles on, and when Joe Purdy's song "wash away" came on, I immediately wrote down his name and looked him up. I'm so glad I did! I'm in love with relaxing music and finding him was great! You'll definately love him if you give him a shot!!

  • Dreamy
    author: Ian Stanton

    Superb CD.Just The sought of chill out music I Love.Wish I could get hold of his first 2 CDs.

  • author: Kevin

    Short, sweet, and to the point. A great piece of art to be treasured.

  • author: Christina

    I love this CD. The music is so simple and beautiful it gives me chills evertime I listen to it. I've been telling all my friends!

  • love it
    author: colin connor

    of corse i heard wash away on the episode tabula rasa on LOST and i fell in love with the music its the sort of cd you put on after a hard day of work and ponder your day get LOST

  • author: colin connor

    I first heard Wash away the tabula rasa episode on lost as im sure many people did its a great cd to listen to after a long day get LOST!

  • Great discovery
    author: Claire Irvine

    This CD is brilliant - an honest refreshing album, I am so pleased I discovered Joe Purdy and CD Baby!

  • smooth
    author: Ryan Bader

    As a Lost fan, I fell in love with Wash Away at my first hearing. The rest of the album did not disappoint.

  • Good Juice!!
    author: Ian Webb

    A really great album, well worth a purchase!!

  • even better!
    author: Coleen Leath

    julie blue is without a doubt a stellar piece of musical expression. it makes the perfect backround for everyday life... i can't take it out of my cd player!

  • Mellow mood music
    author: Laura B.

    Enjoyed it very much. Good mix of fun and mellow songs. Definitely recommended for sitting on the porch with a friend and a drink!

  • The perfect moment !!
    author: Francois Rabier

    It's a real pleasure to listen that kind of music, it's perfect to relax and think.

  • You want this!!!
    author: Björnar Kranzmann

    Makes you think, makes you relax, makes you happy, makes you sad, makes you wanna repeat and repeat and repeat...

  • Hells yeah
    author: sumner

    Love the CD..very mellow and just a very good CD to listen to while sitting back on the beach, porch..anywhere really..good job joe!

  • they just had isaiah michael savoia in march
    author: mikie da poet with wife lisa lynn navarro from chicago

    hot cd

  • Amazing artist! Buy it!!!
    author: Alessandra

    This CD is sooo warm and comforting. It evokes such amazing feelings. Fantastic artist, and this CD is a great example of his talent.

  • Just click order NOW!!
    author: Adam R.

    Like so many others I discovered Joe Purdy from Lost, with Wash Away. It is an incredible album!! What are you waiting for?? Buy it already!! Whiskey and Fish, Skinny Dippin Girl and I Love the Rain the Most are not to be missed. I hadn't heard of CDBaby before either, and was overly impressed with their customer service!

  • Better Than Expected
    author: Bob from NH

    I bought this CD based on the one song that was played on "Lost" and I'm pleasantly surprized that the rest of the CD is good too.

  • Awe-Inspiring
    author: Simon Nelson

    This is simply the most beautiful album i have ever heard. Joe Purdy manages to create a different atmosphere with each song which truly touches the heart of ever listener. Breathtaking!

  • SWEET!!!!
    author: Kathy H.

    What a FANTASIC find! I've told all my friends about it! Can't wait for more of his music.....

  • Great album!
    author: mortalwretch

    This is a great album! The songs are all equally beautiful. I really love the songs on this one, and I will be sure to recommend it to the rest of my family/friends. Hopefully, there should be a few more orders coming in soon. ^.^

  • Lovely
    author: Geraint from South Wales

    I love this album, put it on when you're in bed or when you want to sup a beer!

  • enchanting and inspiring and much other stuff to boot
    author: steve / lorraine.

    Firstly, cdbaby thanks for your kind care you showed me and girlfriend lorraine in dist this superb collection of addictive and enchanting tunes.hope the farewell parade went swimmingly. I am a sculptor and this album has been the sound track to my latest work. I have spread the word about you and this treasure like the wind. Boy, love the rough personal production, like he's sitting in my kitchen as i go about my stuff. Fav track Abbie's Song a wonderful ode to this water and all. Wash Away also obviously. cup of tea music, driving music, chilling and being music. ta. BUT WHY NO RELEASE IN UK!!!!!? thanks Channel 4 /ABC.

  • Awesome
    author: Christopher Kovacs

    Great CD!!! Heard Wash Away on LOST (huge fan!!!) and had to find it. The entire CD is great and provides a pure and new kind of sound. Keep it up Joe!!!!

  • Excellent Record!!!
    author: JohnBoyFox

    Exactly what I said about Joe Purdy's "StompinGrounds". "julie blue" is also a great record. Definitely worth purchasing.

  • AWESOME CD
    author: Crystal

    I am another one who first heard Joe's Wash Away on LOST and feel smitten with the song. I had to HAVE IT! I bought the CD for WASH AWAY but am very pleased with the whole cd. I plan to buy more Joe Purdy in the future! HIGHLY RECOMMEND CD!! Keep Up The Excellent Work!!

  • If you only EVER buy one more CD...BUY THIS!
    author: Ben Williams

    I'm another one who first heard 'Wash Away' on Lost I'm afraid and would love to say that I had otherwise heard of Joe Purdy. But I hadn't - more the fool me! This is the most beautiful album I've heard in a good couple of years and an amazing buy. It's brilliant, from start to finish and I'll certainly be spreading the purdy word!

  • very nice, alot of similar tracks
    author: lizzy

    alot of the tracks sound same/almost identical but they're still amazing songs.

  • great!
    author: Denice

    Fabulous C.D.! I got it for Wash Away but really the whole thing is great. Easy listening while fighting the commuter traffic and heading for home on Friday nights! Want more!

  • Great Album!
    author: Marcus

    I'm sure Joe has noticed a drastic increase in sales of this CD since Wash Away appeared in the third episode of Lost. My question is, why did it take that appearance to bring this CD into the limelight? This is a great effort by Joe Purdy and will hopefully be the beginning of some overdue recognition.

  • Man, this is my FAVOURITE album!
    author: Mr D.....Again!

    I have already written a review but would like to add that I cannot stop listening to this album. I listen to it on the way to work, while doing my uni study, while at the gym, or just chilling with mates and family. This is the perfect album for all times of day, and night. Cheers CD Baby, wouldn't have got this fantastic album without you. :)

  • Wonderful!!!
    author: Shanna

    I bought the CD because of Wash Away, but the rest of the CD was equaly good. I loved it!

  • totally fantastic, after hearing wash away on lost I had to own it
    author: brian

    totally fantastic after hearing wash away on lost I had to own it, many thanks to the eqaually fantasic cd baby

  • relaxing
    author: danitha

    this cd is wonderful, and it'll bring you good memories! loved it

  • Brilliant
    author: Aran Brooks

    I bought this album off the back of Wash Away having heard it on the 2nd episode of Lost and tracked down through internet research. Had to import it thru CD Baby as it's not available in the UK Reminds me of Jack Johnson and chilled out Gomez. Superb chilled out album. Will investigate more of JP's stuff and have got a few of my mates in the UK into him so can't be bad. Cheers Aran Ashford, Kent, South East England 26-09-05 (or 09-26-05 as you know it!)

  • author: SJ (UK)

    got this on the strength of 1 song; wash away. Have to say it was worth the investment. It's a similar style to Jack Johnson - very chilled out.

  • Real sweet album!
    author: Scott Wilson

    Definately a beginning to end c.d. "short" but sweet

  • A fantastic chillout album, one of the best I've heard!!
    author: Dan

    After hearing the track Wash Away on the TV show Lost, I was immediately blown away by this & had to buy the album. Perfect chill out music, Thanks to CD Baby & Joe Purdy I can't stop listening to it. Definitely money well spent.

  • An album to make you want to live and love.
    author: Alansamsara

    Like many other people, I first heard joe's music on the T.V. show Lost here in the U.K. Question, where has this diamond been hiding?. Several people have suggested that Julie Blue is to short, they say we need more! Speaking for myself, I would sooner have a perfect small diamond (which this album is) rather than a flawed larger one. I can't really add very much to what has already been said, this album is perfect in every way. For me the one thing that I get from the whole album is passion. This man Joe Purdy is honest and passionate. It may be the case that the world is not yet ready for this man and his music.

  • COMPLETE CRAP
    author: Max Gordon

    Since there are millions of these reviews with nothing but good things to say I thought it would be important for potential buyers to hear the other side's views about the album, and I am sad to say that...I TOTALLY LOVE IT, HA! WAY better than Jack Johnson who bores me and gives me the feeling that he is too cool. To people who think the tracks are badly cut and recorded, thats what Im betting most people love about it, it gives it a great raw feeling, like you are kickin it on the porch with Joe and he's pluckin his Martin just for you...

  • A refreshing album distinguishing itself with the first track
    author: Marty Weishaupt

    Most independent albums are a gamble, and it was exciting to find this one is a winner. Joe Purdy breaks music down to it's basics and delivers it on a silver platter to your ears. Mostly classified as Country but more recognized as Folk, Julie Blue is a must have for your collection.

  • Fabulous lovely music
    author: Carole King

    Love this album, so relaxing and laid back, makes me forget troubles, fabulous lovely music.

  • Truely unique
    author: Sam

    fantastic cd, over half an hour of great music.

  • Music to Relax To
    author: Rich

    Bought this for my wife and it's perfect music to listen to whilst relaxing or if you need background music when guests are round. This is not a criticism as I'd put it alongside Jack Johnson, Seth Lakeman etc all of which are in the same vein and are very good at producing atmospheric songs.

  • Easy going tunes!
    author: J

    Yet another UK viewer of Lost who bought this CD after hearing "Wash Away". I haven't been disappointed. The whole CD is very mellow and easy going and there isn't a bad track in sight!

  • Brilliant Album.. a joy to listen to!
    author: Maureen Wright

    The tracks on this C.D. are so refreshing to listen to it sounds like a breath of fresh air on the current music scene. Only one fault... the C.D. should have been a little longer!!

  • Toe tapping
    author: E Hardy

    Heartfelt tunes to keep your toes tapping, perfect for a winter's evening in front of the fire!

  • Incredible!
    author: vicki

    Fantastic album - truly an "experience". So relaxing and beautiful and pleasant, perfect music for spending time by the water!

  • brilliant in its purity
    author: Jane

    I am another UK viewer of Lost who couldn't find the cd at home. So it's all thanks to CD Baby. The cd was well worth the effort taken to track it down. I've listened to it almost non stop since it arrived in the post. It has such a pure raw sound which just makes the hairs on your arms stand up when you listen to it. Just gorgeous.

  • relaxing and uplifting
    author: beanie hayward

    It is one of those cd's that does not need to grow on you, it is relaxing and uplifting. the song wash away can lift anyone's spirits and the whole cd is beautiful to listen to!

  • Raw brilliance
    author: Jay

    Loved every song and the raw brilliance is awsome my only slight flaw is that it isn`t long enough, 30 mins of quality tunes just makes you want more!. Anothe British fan of Joe

  • buy it now!!!
    author: vicky

    Amazing!! hasn't left my c.d. player since it arrived, absolutely love it!

  • WOW, buy it, you will LOVE it!!
    author: Mr D.

    I am yet another crazed UK viewer of 'LOST' and at first didn't know what to make of this cd but found myself humming the tunes all night at work and now I can't stop playing it. It's excellent and the 'raw-ness' of this cd just adds to the amazing effect it has. If you're not a media controlled music lover and can be open minded about various music then this cd is for you! Thanks CD Baby for making it accessible to us in the UK. :D

  • short but soooo sweet, incredibly atmosheric
    author: stan slater

    cant stop hitting the play button on the cd player.totally deserves to sell by the million.So dreamy and atmosheric you can just drift away to a better place.PURE DEAD BRILLIANT as we say in Scotland!

  • i liked it
    author: abi

    found via, of course, the "lost" snippet at the end of the show and delivered promptly by cd baby (yeah). i like most of the this album, but for me it just has something missing; maybe a depth of sound due to the raw production. i bought this album after downloading the free mp3's from joe purdy's website (www.joepurdy.com) which i adored. maybe "stomping grounds" will be more to my tastes...

  • Better than I imagined
    author: Jenster

    I also heard this on the end of a Lost episode, loved the song. It sounds even better on the album. An artist to look out for.

  • bought on the strength of one track
    author: Art Shoton

    Yup, i am another one who followed the trail to the cd from Lost, have to say the cd is definetly worth it

  • Amazing
    author: Scott Jackson

    I dont usually listen to this kind of music but first heard wash away on the mega series Lost fell in love with song and just brought the album and was very impressed def a good chill out album

  • Graet cd, great service from cdbaby
    author: Anne Valder

    What can I say, fantastic, get goose bumps just thinking about it. Thank you Joe for a truly beautiful cd.

  • Mellow and smooth
    author: Fidelma

    The album is composed of stories full of simple emotions and pleasures. Another reviewer captured the album when they called it 'a little gem'.

  • Acoustic Heaven
    author: Craig Humphrey

    If your looking for a laid back acoustic album then this is a must buy as it is about as laid back as you can get. The amazing songs and sound of Joe Purdy are enhanced by the roughness of the recording and the lack of over production (you can hear the water in the background) that you get on most CD's. Wash Away (from Lost) & Skinny Dippin Girl are worth the money alone.

  • Two word summation: pure genius!
    author: Nick Jenkins

    Joe Purdy is a real gem and this is an excellent album, a must for any music collection. I wait with baited breath for his next album I'm sure I wont be disappointed. Roll on the UK release so others can experience it!

  • Amazing feel-good album...beautiful.
    author: Awesome

    This Cd is amazing...congratulations Joe Purdy, made me feel like I was sat there with you on what must have been a beautiful island! Great CD to unwind and forget about the stresses of life. Thankyou!

  • Smooth and entertaining
    author: Robert

    Keep producing the same type of material. Your voice is great on the slow pieces.

  • What a fantastic album-thanks
    author: Joe Purdy Julie Blue
  • fabulous
    author: louise colquitt

    too brilliant to describe. am also from uk and hunted everywhere to find this after hearinng it on the end of one of the lost episodes. truly amazing and has to be listened to from start to finish every time!

  • author: shaun UK

    beautiful. If you are buying this purely for Wash away you are in for a treat. only comment is that there simply isnt enough. but better to leave you wanting more eh? roll on the next album. thank you.

  • A piece of class
    author: smylie

    I liked the way the CD was presented by CD baby,and when I received the CD and played it,it blew me away.

  • A must for your music collection
    author: Tony

    Like it has already been said a bit like Damian Rice' offerings. The CD is somewhat soulful and a lot of emotion has gone into writing the songs, my fave is wash away. Even the shorter songs seem to have a meaning. Wonder if he actually did go skinny dipping in the river which the album seems to be centered around. Thank you "lost" for introducing me to the song, and the artist, watch this space for joe Purdy, he'll come bursting onto the scene and if you don't have the album you soon will have.

  • Can't Get Enough
    author: ~* Sunset on the Beach *~

    Beautiful, tranquil and just plain feel good music. Always puts me in a good mood :-)

  • feel privileged to own this album
    author: andrea mach

    This cd should be made more readily available it is one of the best cd's i have bought for a long time. Thank you Joe Purdy and CD Baby!

  • Outstanding!
    author: Helen

    Excellent, just too short!!!!!

  • Fantastic, blew me away.
    author: Catherine Smith

    Hi, I am from UK too. I first heard and fell in love with Wash Away at the end of Lost. I can't think of the right words to describe this CD, so I'll go with - its beautiful, wistful, soulful, gentle, genuine, it conjures up images of lazy summer afternoons, Joe Purdy has an incredible talent, go buy this CD and let it blow you away!

  • Pure
    author: Marc UK

    I arrived home from work last night and the cd was waiting for me from CD Baby. I stopped what i was doing and listened all the way through - beautiful. My girlfriend came home and we listened all the way through again - emotional. This album is pure songwriting at its best. Stand out track for me is Abbies Song. Perfect sunday on the beach soundtrack.

  • Wash Away great
    author: Christine Hammond

    My daughter heard Wash Away on TV programme Lost. No supplier in UK so purchased via CB Baby. Huge hit with daughter so I'm best mum in the world! She loves the whole CD.

  • What more can I say than WOW!
    author: Kim

    Uk fan here! I just had to buy this album purely because of hearing "wash away" on C4s lost which I immediatley liked and the rest of the album is just as good. Something tells me Joe Purdy is soon going to be a big hit all over the world!

  • Heard one track and i was hooked
    author: Cal-Cal

    Fatastic CD and Artist, inspireing and a gr8 all year round CD set list of tracks.

  • Stunning
    author: Paul

    Who says TV is bad for you, 'Lost' on C4 enspired me (and many others) to locate 'wash away' and in the process find my album of the year. The album serves as a love story between a man and a river. The fantastic 'Skinny Dipping Girl', ' Whiskey and Fish' and 'I love the rain most' heads up a perfect cd, Joe Purdy voice is breathless and intimate, and 'Wash Away' never fails to make me smile. A UK tour please!

  • Why is this not available in the UK?
    author: Graham

    Outstanding music. Not sure if it's even better becuse I had to hunt so hard to find the cd as its not available in the UK. Great music - love the honest production 'quality' and look forward to many more hours of leasure listening to Joe's unique qulaity music

  • Superb liked every song on the album
    author: Trev Perrett

    This was a really chilled out cd, country meets David Gray! Visions of a guy on a sat in front of the actual scene on the CD cover whilst writing this album. If you like David Gray and Damien Rice you'll love this.

  • very very pretty we like it a lot
    author: Suzanne

    This CD is music at its best - its very natural and unpretentious and you sense the artists love for what he is describing..cd baby is very good too!

  • lovely, lovely, lovely
    author: Lindsay

    Like most others, I heard Wash Away on Lost, and reckoned that one song was good enough to justify the cost of the whole CD. I'm not really a fan of bluegrass, or country music, or any of that, so I was very surprised when... I LOVED the entire album. This is *lovely* music. Is it ideal for a rainy day, a sunny day, a happy day or a sad day? Well, all of the above. If Joe decides to come to the UK I shall definitely go and see him. Oh, and CD Baby are great too!

  • Fantastic CD, Moving, Brilliant. A definite must have.
    author: Wendy Phipps

    I bought this for WASH AWAY, having heard in on LOST. I was not disappointed. The whole album's great. I've played it non-stop since I received it. If you like Bluegrass you should love this.

  • Never mind Wash Away completely blew me away.
    author: John Hamilton

    Never mind Wash Away this album completely blew me away this is music in its purest form and everybody should listen to this stuff at least once great voice great sound fanatastic

  • Cautiously optimistic
    author: Munchkin

    Like most people, I heard Wash Away on Lost and then had a bit of a job hunting it down. But a friend has the album, coincidentally, and I inhaled it for about 2 days straight. Listening to it is like being cosy indoors with someone who gives you butterflies, while it's rainy and cold outside. It's warm and embracing and a tiny bit magical. The cautious optimism refers to his authenticity. There's something very pure about this album - the recordings are raw, but it's more than that - and the dude seems to have a musical integrity that - hopefully - won't segue into him creating something commercial or compromised for the masses. Ultimately, it's a beautiful album and it's only $12! Bear in mind, any one of these indistinguishable R n B/hippety hoppety albums'll set you back *at least* double that... Fosters a healthy sense of perspective, that. p.s another vote for a British tour, please.

  • excellent, if a tad lo-fi
    author: Ben Morse

    Julie Blue is a lovely collection of low-fi, stripped down, bluegrass-y guitar tunes. While the production values may be lacking, and the effort to sound meaningful is at times strained, there's no doubt that Purdy's heart (and mouth) are in the right place. The simplicity of some of the tracks (I Love The Rain The Most, and St. Lawrence Splits being good examples) are wonderful. A really good CD. Similar unsigned artists I have heard are the Shadow Boys (www.shadowboys.com) and Fletch (www.fletchmusic.com). benmorse@yahoo.com

  • awesome
    author: mat harvey

    looks like im not the only one from the lost viewers!! i agree we need to see joe in the uk very soon

  • A little gem
    author: Bill Lamb

    Praise be the internet! Heard the song, 'Lost' of course, where else in the UK could you have heard it? Obviously a must have and thanks to CD baby easy to obtain. The entire family have been smitten ages 16 through 53. Like all that is good, doesn't last long enough. How about a tour in the UK Joe?

  • Beautiful music which made me smile
    author: Ali

    I heard the track Wash Away on Lost and had to buy the album. It took some tracking down but I'm glad I found it. A handful of beautiful music which makes me smile and for some reason reminds me of travelling round Australia 3 years ago... the sound of warm evenings near the sea. Thanks.

  • absolutely fantastic!
    author: simon

    First heard 'Wash away' at the end of that Lost episode (like a few others it seems :) ) and immediately looked up the album. I'm from the UK and dont have a credit card, so i was dubious as to whether i'd be able to order from the states or not. But CD baby features Pay-Pal as a payment method so there was no trouble. The album is beautiful. It's a rare treat to find something so genuine and honest. The sound is stripped back, without millions upon millions spent on expensive production techniques to forever alter the final product. It's an inspiring record. Everything from the soft vocals and the toneful guitar, to the sound of the river lapping gently outside. Superb.

  • "Lyricly Outstanding"
    author: Darrell In The (UK)

    There is always a song out there that captures a single moment in your life Joe Purdy captured a moment with a single song. I bought the album Julie Blue and now im reliving that moment. Live The Dream - Darrell (UK)

  • Tootles Along Very Nicely
    author: Ian

    Heard "Wash Away" on Lost and with a few drinks inside me decided I needed to own an album or two by the guy responsible. Could only find the chap on this website and that quickly looked to be fortuitous as the communication and delivery were top-notch. When I played the album I was worried to hear that the version of "Wash Away" is different, still good but not as fleshed out as the version on Lost. However, the Lost Version is included as a reprise at the end of the album so it's all good. To be fair the stripped down version fits better with the rest of the album, and it is a very very quiet and minimalist LP. This works tremendously in creating an atmosphere and putting the listener in the scene of the album's recording. A very good album, not stunning, but certainly solidly melodic and persistent in its intent. 3.5 stars.

  • Awesome, total genius!!
    author: Darren Thomas

    Joe is a magician and should be revered as one. Can't wait till he gets his butt to the UK!! Sort it Out Joe!!

  • Quality Album
    author: Dave

    Really good quality album, though a little short. Was listening to it looking out my window at the rain and i felt like he was playing right besides me. Quality would be 5 stars apart from the albums length.

  • Can't stop playing it - one of those rare albums.
    author: donal

    Heard 'Wash Away' on Lost and ordered the album next morning from CDBaby. Loved the raw sound of it, both the music and the voice. Usually, when I get CDs bought on the basis of a single song, I'm lucky if there's even one other song I like just as much. In this case, every one. Every single song fulfils the promise of the short piece I heard on Lost.

  • Take Me To The River!
    author: David

    How can you describe 'Julie Blue' Or Joe Purdy? How can you put a rating on something that blows your mind? Joe Purdy and his newest album 'Julie Blue' is one of the most amazing pieces of material i think i have ever heard and would recommend to everyone. Most people have only heard of Joe due to the series Lost playing the reprise version of Joe's 'Wash Away' - which to be fair they used in a good context. I think they summed up the mood of the song well with what was happening. But don't be fooled - Joe is no one trick pony! The album rises and sores above anything else i have ever bought and is worth so much more than what we have to pay. I almost feel like i'm robbing CD Baby at this price!!! Obviously the stand out track is 'Wash Away' - people who like lost would be wanting to listen to the reprise version, but please take the time to listen to the original, its relaxing and haunting at the same time and the pop fell is stripped away. Other stand out tracks are 'I like the rain the most', 'lazy day blues', 'Abbie's Song' and 'Skinny Dippin Girl'. But my personal favourite is 'Whiskey and Fish' Track 7. It is a mixture of folk, country and joe rolled into one. Takes you away to that special place by the river and lets you into a world you would never imagine. If you like Joe Purdy i would also recommend Jay Nash, he worked with Joe on the record 'Julie Blue'. Don't delay buy today!!!

  • genius!
    author: john stoszkowski

    like most people i first heard joe purdy on 'lost' and ordered straight away from cdbaby.com. although some tracks on the album are far too short there are five absolute gems to enjoy. when you order get stompingrounds at the same time, this is an earlier album where all the tracks are full length and are literally a joy to listen to.

  • Come on chaps, I am in the UK too.
    author: smahman

    What's with all these UK people asking where to get it? You're on the right site already - get it here. I did, with the exchange rate as it is it works out at about 8 quid, and arrived in a couple of days. Splendid.

  • yes yes yes
    author: Smahman

    Again another lost viewer. I suspect Mr Purdy will do very well on the back of that show, and jolly good too. I bought it for wash away obviously but the rest is gorgeous too, but not neccessarily as immediate. Skinny dipping girl might be creeping into place as the new favourite.

  • Great CD and yes i heard of him on lost
    author: AvalonHaze

    Ok firstly you buy the CD here if you want it don't bother looking elsewhere you won't find it yet. The album is great the rest of the tracks (apart from washaway reprised) sounds a little less studio but nonetheless the album is very good. Its a lazy sunday kinda album if you listen to Jack johnson you'll know what im talking about. very good more please mr purdy

  • Another one from the UK!
    author: Helen

    as below, saw on lost, love it, want it, where can i get it????!!!!!!! hdumbarton@hotmail.com

  • Desperately wanting
    author: Stu

    same as below, im in the UK, just heard him on the episode of 'Lost' and am now desperate to hear more.. If ANYONE knows where i can buy this album and everything Mr. Purdy, please get in touch. langrish@yahoo.com Thanks.

  • Unavaiable
    author: C Miller

    I heard the song Wash Away by Joe Purdy which I thought was great, and I understand off the album Julie Blue. The shops don't stock it, does anyone know anywhere I can get it from. I'm at CLLMILLER@aol.com

  • Nice, soothing voice
    author: Laura

    Really like his deep voice and lyrics.

  • Great music. Beautiful voice.
    author: ms

    Bought the cd because of the song featured on 'Lost.' Ended up loving the entire cd. Great music. Beautiful voice. Just wish the cd were a little longer.

  • Smiling when listening!
    author: Jesper

    Wash away was the gate to Joe Purdy. So pleased that the rest of the album had the same look and feel! Just keeps you smiling!

  • Amazing CD...a perfect album to sit on the porch drinking beer with good friends
    author: Rob

    I first heard about Joe Purdy when they played "Wash Away" on Lost. This album just blows me away every time I listen to it. The whole thing has such a calming effect. I couldn't love this album more. What a great find!

  • Rejuvinating and Relaxing at Once!
    author: Emily

    I have only recently been introduced to Joe Purdy's music, and have since been awed by his sweet, simple brilliance as a musician and songwriter. Julie Blue is as refreshing and familiarly cozy as an evening dip in a lake, in the late summer or early fall. Its spiritual moods speak volumes to the soul. Truly amazing that this was done in almost a week's time!

  • Simply beautiful.
    author: The Donster

    Cool, too.

  • AWESOME!!!
    author: Joe Kralovich

    Unbelievable album! Just as good as his first. Can't wait to see what he's got in store for us in the future.

  • BREATHTAKING
    author: M'lynne

    A truly gifted artist--Thank you CD Baby for being the catalyst providing us all the opportunity to discover the many talented, independent musicians in this world

  • Very good CD, nice, easy sounds
    author: Karl

    I loved the song Wash Away that was used in the TV show LOST, so I bought this CD and found I liked the rest of the songs too. Highly recommended!

  • I just fell in love with this c.d.!!
    author: Kelly

    This c.d. is absoloutely amazing and perfect! After only hearing "I love the rain most" and"wash away" I became Joe's biggest fan! The music is fun and relaxing. The lyrics are imaginitive and deep. This c.d. is truly an incredible work of art. Thanks Joe!

  • Nick Drake.... upped.
    author: Mike

    I hope artists aren't insulted when they are compared to others. It's like we use musicians of the past to learn how to scale this mountain a bit higher, hoping some musician after us, will hear our music and scale it even higher. Having said that, this CD is so intimate, I feel like I know this guy. Only got that feeling from one other artist, Nick Drake. Put on those Vasque Hiking Boots, grab a stick and keep 'em coming and let's see how high you can climb.

  • yea, its that good
    author: Christoff

    One of the best albums i've heard in the past year. hard to get sick of this one. and god knows i've tried.

  • An album for all moods
    author: Nick

    I bought this album while digging around CDBaby, and I really like it. It flows nicely, and like all good albums, it becomes greater than it's parts when you listen to all of it. I've thought of love, loss, childhood, nature, and even what it means to live in a moment in time while listening to this album. It's the sort of record that you can listen to carefully if you're in need of a message, but it can also just serve as the soundtrack to your day.

  • Lovely to be lost in this cd
    author: debrainbrs

    I don't remember hearing the song on TV's Lost, but the word "lost" describes pretty perfectly where I go with this cd. Lovely to be lost in this gentle, peaceful place. Sometimes it would be nice to be lost a little longer, but I guess that's what the repeat button is for.

  • Relaxing & Beautiful
    author: CHINASKI

    This is an excellent CD. All of the songs have the same relaxing, beautiful sound to them. The CD was made outside and you can hear the waves in the background on some of the songs. It is simple, short and sweet, and definitely worth your time. It has been in my rotation for a rather long time now and friends seem to like him too.

  • The best cd I've purchased in years!
    author: Kelly

    There is no way that Joe Purdy is not going to be a huge star soon! This cd draws you in with just plain, old-fashioned, phenomenal song writing and performance. His music transends genre...I can't comfortably call this just folk, or country, or rock, or blues. But I can easily and confidently recommend it to everyone I know.

  • Soothing Album
    author: Michael

    not as long as i would like it but the songs are all very awesome. definitely need it for your cd collection!!

  • A Work to Be Owned, Loved, and Shared -- Talk it Up
    author: Temenos

    I also heard "Wash Away" on the TV show "Lost," and fell in love. Simple as that. I was pleased that a keyword search on Google brought me straight to CD Baby, and especially pleased that my order was processed and CD in hand, within a few short days. Learning "Julie Blue" was recorded in upstate New York took me back to favorite haunting grounds along the Hudson River Valley on into the Adirondacks. This is simply a stunning piece of work. Sparse. Peaceful. The arrangement and lyrics are uplifting and encouraging, and easy to harmonize with while singing along. In closing, just wanted to note how much I enjoyed "Wash Away" in both the opening and closing tracks. Nice bookends. Beautiful work. Kudos to Joe Purdy for earning the recognition he's so long deserved. Talk it up. His is a work to be owned, loved, and shared.

  • Awesome CD!
    author: Angella

    Stumbled upon this CD quite by accident...but so glad I did! Absolutely love it, can't stop listening to it.

  • Awesome cd
    author: Cameron

    Perfect cd to listen to for the summer. I can just picture where it was recorded in upstate NY, because I live generally near that area. The songs are just right for easy-listening, and the lyrics capture the essence of each song. 'Wash Away' was the perfect song for the third episode of 'Lost'. Another favorite is 'I love the rain the most'. I can see why these songs are picked to be featured in hit television shows. Relaxing and captures the mood very well. Overall, brilliant.

  • Great CD
    author: Joe Harrison

    Great songs and a fantastic delivery by this artist. Joe Purdy's music is captivating as it transports you to a more tranquil time and place.

  • great cd!!!
    author: beth

    easy to listen to but not easy listening!

  • great album - beautiful music...but the recording quality was not great :-(
    author: ann

    this is beautiful music. highly recommended. my only complaint is that the quality of the recording was lacking on a few tracks - reverberation and not a great balance between the vocal and the music track. The final song, Wash Away reprise was the most balanced and perfect recording on the album in my opinion.

  • Brief respite from a complicated world
    author: Eunice

    This CD can gently whisk you away to a cool, lazy river and in no time your troubles just, well,....wash away. Sometimes I wish the CD had printed words to the songs, but simple is just fine. I recently and unexpectedly lost my young husband to cancer; he was an upstate NY native, and there is soul in this music. Thanks.

  • PERFECTION!! Thank you "Lost" for introducing me
    author: Tennille

    Joe Purdys CD Julie Blue is wonderful. It reminds me of what I call beach music (IE: Van Morrison, Bob Marley, Jimmy Buffett) he is definitely on the same level!! You actually FEEL like you are chillin' at the beach. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT !!!! I am so glad for the awesome show "Lost" for introducing him to me. I can't wait to hear future CDs. Thanks CD Baby, you made it simple. Tennille :-)

  • amazing music
    author: Buz

    Tonight I was walking by the TV as my wife was watching an episode of Lost she had Tivo'd. I heard this amazing music and sat down in front of the TV and was blown away. I went online and found out about Joe Purdy. I bought the CD from iTunes and I feel like I'm back listening to "real" music again. I love it. I won't ever give her a hard time for watch that show again!

  • Mesmerizing
    author: Beth

    This is a wonderful find. It's that soft, acoustic, private, and soulful music that gives a swoon. No overproduction here. This is a really lovely CD.

  • Even for a Pimp-Hop artist like me this is CoOol Baby
    author: $oulCat

    Usually you dont get hip hop artist diggin what you do..but good music is good music..from one artist to another.."pop ya kolla" and Brush your shoulders off.. cdbaby.com/$oulcat

  • Mellow and sensual but short...
    author: Katie

    The music on this CD is great. If you're looking for something mellow and a little sensual, Julie Blue is it. I put it in my CD alarm clock and couldn't force myself out of bed because I just let it play. The few faster paced songs vary it up a little and I'd like to see more of that on Joe's next CD. My only issues were the length (very short songs) and also the fact that I couldn't import the songs to load them onto my iPod without losing severely in the quality. Won't even play in iTunes without going staticky. Worth buying for the boombox on your deck on a sunny afternoon. Or a rainy morning.

  • An album with a pearl!
    author: Eric from Sweden

    The number-one-song, Wash Away, really touched me. It´s an easylistened folk-style song with a touch of sadness. The song is defenitely in the highest division among, for example, Bob Dylans unforgetable songs. The song is the absolute pearl of the album. The rest of the songs dont really reach the same level as Wash Away but they are all good relaxing songs.

  • brilliant cd
    author: Niamh

    this is a brilliant cd, real mellow easy listening perfect for this time of year, absolutely love no.11 and no.2

  • Ambling Pleasure
    author: Kieran Donnelly

    Sweet, relaxing album which sweeps the listener down a river of lazy dreams, distant pain and soft adventures. No bad moments but maybe just a little too many moments which sound the same to warrant a 5 star score. Still glad I bought it though and highly recommend it!

  • Fantastic
    author: Kev

    What a find this is. Its a superb cd of songs that are relaxing and the sound of the river in the background creates a brilliant atmosphere in which the music is set...

  • Buy this CD!!
    author: Kellie

    Boy, am I glad I stumbled upon this CD...I just love it from beginning to end! Perfect summer listening, I'm recommending it to all my friends.

  • I've never seen LOST...
    author: MJ

    What a wonderful addition to my musical library. Track 2, Skinny Dippin' Girl, is whimsically sexy and Track 10 is without a doubt worthy of being the title cut. I look forward to your new release!

  • A great addition to any CD collection.
    author: A fan in Costa Mesa, CA

    This is a great CD for lazy Sundays or any summer afternoon. It makes me feel like I'm on vacation. I'm starting to hear other Joe Purdy songs in the background of television shows other than LOST. It's great to see this artist gain exposure! Though we'll all be able to say that we loved Julie Blue waaaay before it was so popular!

  • Addictive sound
    author: Jean

    I'm so glad I love "Lost" so I got the chance to hear this wonderfully mellow and addictive artist. I listened to it non-stop for a week when I received it in the mail.

  • Superb lyrics
    author: Courtney

    definitely a wonderful surprise to find not only depth but a sincere appreciation for natural sound and lyrics.

  • ...has a lot more to offer than just "wash away"
    author: Lars

    I suppose like almost everybody here I bought this CD because of the song "wash away" played on LOST. However, this CD has a lot more to offer, and it's certainly worth the money.

  • Can't quit listening.
    author: Teri

    AMAZING CD. I cannot stop listening. The music is great, the vocals are great. Perfect for a day at the beach, just relaxing and has saved me from road rage in the traffic jam I encounter on the way home from work. Thank you for this beautiful work.

  • Excellent
    author: Julianne

    I've never seen Lost, I was browsing the CD Baby wesite and came across this amazing CD. I was impressed to learn it was written and recorded in less than a week.It's very exciting to hear music that flows so freely from the heart.It gives me the feeling of sittiing on the front porch swing late afternoon with a good friend, a guitar,and my retriever lazing at my feet.I highly recommend this CD to anyone who loves music. You won't be disappointed.

  • Thanks "Lost", cdbaby.com and most of all Joe Purdy
    author: Andrea (Germany)

    Like most of you here I bought the CD after I searched the web for this beautiful song "wash away" at the TV show "Lost". Today I received it. The CD is playing and the repeat button is on! All songs are great! I never heard about Joe Purdy before. Now I'm a fan! It's amazing that so many people from different countries heard a nice little song at a TV show, searched for it, found the CD, bought it at cdbaby.com and now they are fans like me. Great feeling! I'm so thankful!

  • Fuer alle deutschen LOST-Fans
    author: Stefan (Germany)

    Viele werden das Stueck "wash away" von Joe Purdy nur aus der PRO7-Serie LOST kennen und wie ich das Album "julie blue" lediglich bei cdbaby finden. In Deutschland ist es offensichtlich nicht zu bekommen!? Wer es noch nicht hat und ueber einen Kauf nachdenkt, dem kann ich nur raten: "Greif zu!" Die CD ist klasse und alle Stuecke in der Machart von "wash away". Besonders gut gefaellt mir Track 7 "whiskey & fish". Das Album ist ein echter Tipp fuer alle, die gerne Bluegrass hoeren.

  • Great CD
    author: Jared

    I, like most, heard this song on "Lost" and had to find it. I'm so glad CD Baby has it because it is a great album. I love how simple it is. Most of the tracks are just him with a guitar, which is a testament to his talent. You won't regret getting this CD.

  • "think-about-life-music"
    author: Beat

    it was by occasion that i read about joe purdy after having seen lost. sometimes it happens that you hear a song and that it realley means something to you - all of a sudden. the song wash away was one of a really few songs in my life that caused such a reaction! there is something very very special about it!

  • great music from a complete unknown artist
    author: Klazien

    As I heard the song "wash away" when i looked "Lost" on swiss tv, I just had to find out from who this song was. It took me some searches on the internet to get to joe purdy. As his albums are not available in europe i bought it on cd baby. I like all the songs very much, they are relaxing and smoothe.

  • Well worth the money
    author: Emily

    An awesome cd.. perfect for a long drive during the day, with a great mix of soulful music like Wash Away and Far Away Blues. Definitely makes me want to sit by a dock and watch the water come in; there's an intimacy conveyed that feels like an old friend sitting beside you with his guitar. I definitely reccommend this album.

  • Makes me want to sing.
    author: danny

    Makes me want to sing.

  • (Yet another accidental fan)
    author: Robin!

    I LOVE THIS CD! Yeah, that's me, another fan of LOST. Fell in love with "Wash Away" as soon as I saw the episode. I knew I just had to have this cd! I looked everywhere, and finally found CDbaby online. I wasn't sure how the other songs were going to be, BUT I LOVE THEM SO MUCH. I've been playing the cd nonstop in my car since I've gotten it. I love the song "I Love the Rain the Most". It's so wonderful. I DEFINITELY reccommend this cd!

  • another accidental fan
    author: Laura

    I heard the song "Wash Away" on LOST on ABC and was hooked. What a fantastic CD - great for a daydreamer like myself!

  • Another accidental admirer
    author: ChrisMQ

    I'm another of those accidental 'Wash Away' on 'Lost' TV series discoverer, and I actually thought the song might be Ben Harper's, cause he's got another one on the show that isn't sung by him. But I was pleasantly surprised with Joe Purdy's work, it's right up my alley and I strongly advise this CD to anyone who's into meaningful music!

  • A nice little album...
    author: Kelly B.

    Bittersweet mix of country and folk. Sparse arrangements span the album. The stand out track is "Wash Away (Reprise)". Overall, a nice listen on a lazy afternoon.

  • Lost Fan
    author: Jennifer

    I am a BIG lost fan. Read on one of the Forum's that the song that was played at the end of the episodes was a Joe Purdy song (Washaway). I loved the song on the show, so I searched the web to find more about Joe Purdy. I listened to some of the other tracks and thought I would enjoy them also. I now have the CD and I Love the entire CD. Thank You!

  • Norwegian girl discovers fantanstic new american music..
    author: Stine Marie

    Baught Julie Blue tree weeks ago, and the cd is still in the cdplayer. Julie Blue makes me laught, cry, it makes me happy, and it makes me sad. The absolutly incredible song, "I love the rain the most"- Oh my God! Thank you so much, Joe, for making this album! PS: I`ve told all my friends about Joe Purdy and CDbaby. com, and you`ll probably recive some orders from Norway in the nearest future..

  • Melodious and relaxing, a great accompaniment to a quiet afternoon.
    author: Reh

    Although some tracks sound like a faster-tempo version of other songs on the CD, all songs feature a capturing melody and a flavourful (sic: Canadian) assortment of instruments. Joe's voice carries each tune perfectly, making each song a perfectly told story. More than worth the few clamshells it costs.

  • Mesmorising
    author: chris

    Listening to the cd, is like being stuck in a dream, you come out of it with appreciation for life. Truly mesmorising vocals, and the rawness of the whole cd makes it a must have for any daydreamer.

  • awesome live show
    author: Zach

    I just saw Joe live at the hotel cafe in LA and he was awesome. He played mostly song from this new cd and if i can remeber correctly he closed with "i love the rain the most" which He rocked the hell out of that song, it was very very cool.

  • Beautiful, concise collection of acoustic music
    author: Amy

    Simply beautiful. Rough quality of the recording is enchanting because it sounds like you're in the room while Joe's recording. I loved each song on this CD. I also like that you can hear the water in the background.

  • author: Jeff

    I love the music even if it is slow and painful sometimes.The first 2 songs are gibberish, I can't make out three words in a row. Mix in a quicker beat now and then, "Whiskey and Fish" the one song that that breaks the pace is great. "I Love The Rain" is my favorite. Keeping it simple and acoustic is awesome it shows true talent.

  • Great

    This CD is great. I have had it for a week and listend to it nonstop. IT is a little short. but the music more then makes up for it.

  • New Joe Purdy Fan
    author: Scott

    I too heard the song Wash Away on "Lost" and searched for hours trying to figure out who it was. I was pleasantly surprised at the music on the CD. Not all the songs were great, but I would have to say that I am interested in hearing more Joe Purdy. I don't necessarily like to compare artists, but Joe sounds a lot like Ben Harper, which is definitely a good thing. Good stuff!

  • very laid back
    author: amanda

    Bought this CD for Wash Away, which is one of the best songs I've heard lately. Was hoping the rest of the songs would be as amazing and was slightly disappointed. They are still good songs, but mediocre compared to Wash Away. Also, all the songs are too short!

  • Eva Cassidy meets Bob Dylan
    author: Roger Marshall

    Melodic, enlightening, acoustic bliss. Joe Purdy takes the simplest guitar progressions and the simplest lyrics and does something magical.

  • Thanks
    author: Henry Watts

    The first joe purdy cd in my collection and although short, it is touching music with a lot of thought into it!Best songs particularly are wash away, whiskey and fish and i love the rain the most! i shall look forward to getting more of his wonderful music.

  • Absolutely beautiful
    author: Steve Reynolds

    In a time when so much contemporary music is clinical, packaged, over-produced trash, it's just so great to find an album of beautiful, delicate, heartfelt songs played and recorded with such refreshing simplicity. Joe Purdy has reminded me what music is all about. (And by the way, CD Baby has reminded me what customer service is all about: my disc made it from Portland to Australia in under 6 days, for a shipping cost of $7. This is three times faster than Amazon, and three times cheaper too!)

  • GREAT
    author: Chris

    This is a great CD done by an even greater artist. Julie Blue is the best Joe Purdy has done. He is a magnificent singer and guitar player, and can play the mandolin better than I have ever heard.

  • Wonderfully different
    author: Stacey Battis

    I originally heard the song Wash Away on the show Lost, and needed to hear more. This CD is in no way a disappointment, the song I sought and the rest. I absolutely love it and would recommend it to anyone who loves a good acoustic sound and perfectly lovely lyrics. ;)

  • The river goes cross-atlantic
    author: Carl Thomas - Oslo Norway

    Heard Wash Away on LOST and subsequently spent two hours on the net to try and find out who made it for lyrics search and such. Unfortunately, you can't get the album here in norway yet, but let me tell you, when this one hits the shelves, its gonna blow this country away. Theres been a real buzz the last year for this kind of music, and I'm gonna make sure people are gonna hear about this one. Thank for a great album

  • Beautifully written and performed...

    I visit a lot of music venues in Los Angeles and kept hearing about this Joe Purdy. I was told that once I heard his voice, I would long for more - and it is so true. I had the pleasure of hearing Joe perform the songs on this CD live and was absolutely blown away. "Skinny Dippin' Girl," "Wash Away" and "St. Lawrence Spits" kept playing in my head and I had to get the CD. Joe's voice is as hauntingly beautiful as the river that inspired this work. Buy a copy of this CD now!!!

  • Beautiful
    author: S McGuire, Denmark

    This album is an absolute gem! Wash Away - can't shake that song.

  • Great Folk Music
    author: Alvin Sitompul

    Love this cd. WHen i listen to WASH AWAY all my problems wash away!

  • Amazing CD, nice a soothing to the ears
    author: Noah

    I had to wait for them to restock the CD!?!?!?! I don't know why I waited so long to buy this CD. It is everything I hoped it to be, yeah to singer-songwriters! Joe wrote and recorded this CD in a week!?!?!? Some artists aren't even able to produce such a great cd with years in the studio. Overall this CD is short and sweet, the highlight has to be (my new happy song) "Wash Away (Reprise)" - FREAKIN SWEET

  • New to Joe's music loved it
    author: Herb

    Bought it for the song Wash Away, pleasently surprised how good the others where. Some where a tad bit short. A little scratchy on some songs. Overall good buy. Looking to buys the others.

  • Couldn't be happier with this purchase...
    author: Lauren

    After hearing (and being quite taken with) Wash Away on the television show Lost, I purchased Julie Blue and couldn't be happier with it. To me, its sound is unique, uncluttered, tranquil, moving...

  • Relaxing. Simple. Beautiful. Perfect.
    author: Jonathan Cutt

    A fantastic CD to listen to as you drink a lazy beer or two while the sun goes down. Though peaceful and relaxing, Julie Blue keeps well away from being boring. Simply brilliant.

  • Brillant!
    author: Megan

    Joe Purdy's soothing voice accompanied by expertly played guitar creates a perfect melody/harmony combination that immediately relaxes you to your core. The best CD I have ever purchased!

  • Raw, mellow, and relaxing!
    author: Hazel

    I love the acoustic sound of this CD! Makes me think of lazying around on a warm summer day, or sleeping in on a rainy day. :) I definitely plan to check out Joe Purdy's other CDs!

  • Awesomely raw and mellow
    author: Katrina

    Julie Blue is a awesomely raw and mellow CD that hits your soul in a way that makes you stop and take time to simply relax and appreciate life.

  • This album is fantastic.
    author: E Anderson

    A great CD, nice and mellow. Exactly what I wanted.

  • Amazing!!!!
    author: Emily

    I love this CD. I have not stopped listening to it since I received it last week.

  • Heard song "Wash Away" ...had to have it!
    author: Troy Robertson- Photographer

    Great, great stuff ... loved the whole CD! Bought it for the song "Wash Away"... was pleasently surprised by all the rest ...you live in a nice world Joe! Short but sweet. I hope the next one is a little longer Thanks

  • I've waited a long time for this!!
    author: Hellena

    I've been lucky to see Joe live in concert. This cd is almost as good as seeing him live. Watch this guy he will be going places...

  • Great CD, just too short
    author: mike

    just wish it was longer

  • Need More Now!!!
    author: Andy Shorb

    I bought this Cd knowing nothing about Joe or his music. Since receiving it I've listened to it over and over and love it. I need more of his music and can't get enough. I shared it with family and friends over the holidays and they're hooked too!!

  • Not bad!
    author: Laura

    This is a very mellow cd that made me a bit sleepy listening to it! It's pretty twangy for my taste, but creative. I loved the song "Wash Away" best.

  • Joe never fails to amaze me
    author: Danielle

    I've seen Joe perform live several times and he has never failed to amaze me. Julie Blue is no different. It's raw and beautiful. Everyone should own it. I actually got it as a gift for friends. Perfection!

  • Awesome CD, music is soo soothing
    author: Kiersten

    This CD is awesome. The music is great and soothing. I just wish is was a bit longer.

  • Excellent! Beautifully written and sung with a lovely voice.
    author: Annie

    This CD is a beautiful combination of raw vocals and moving melodies. The line up of songs is atmospheric and emotionally charged. Joe Purdy has done a brilliant job of transfering his soul onto a CD. Mellow and moody, Joe has once again made a beautiful album.

  • Julie Blue is absolutely wonderful!
    author: Amy Silverston

    Julie Blue, by Joe Purdy is one of the best CDs that I own. The music flows through you and makes you think about life and the great moments in your life. It also makes you want to seize everyday to the fullest. For a CD full of songs that can do that accomplish this makes the author worthy of more than our praise!

  • Wonderfully intimate
    author: Nic Johnson

    This album is so wonderfully intimate, it's breathtaking. I heard Wash Away on Lost and I have made few better purchases than this. Thank you Joe.

  • really like it
    author: priscilla lenz

    I dont watch t.v. much so I do not know what show everyone is talking about. I just listened to some songs and knew it was something I would like. And I do. Its a beautiful record. thankyou

  • Great Stuff!
    author: Robert

    Pleasantly surprised to find that great music is still being made, yet only harder to find. This cd is really a nice addition to my music collection and I have played it over, over and over again. The emotion and feeling that went into this creation really shines through, and I just wish music like this could come out from the shadows and be known to the mainstream!

  • What an Amazing CD
    author: Beth J.

    I am one of the many that were dying to get the Wash Away song after hearing it on Lost. Getting the CD Julie Blue was the best thing I could have bought. Not only does it have the Wash Away song on it, the other songs are amazing! I just curl up in a ball and close my eyes and listen to Julie Blue and all my worries are forgotten. Very relaxing music. I plan to buy more of his CDs as soon as possible!

  • A fabulous find!
    author: Steph F.

    I bought this CD after hearing "Wash Away" on the ABC t.v. show lost, and expected to like just that one song. As it turns out, I love the entire disk and can't recommend it strongly enough!

  • Simplistic melodies and timeless lyrics
    author: Reid

    This cd is beautiful. I was exposed to Joe Purdy when his new song "Wash Away" was played on ABC's LOST a few weeks ago and knew I had to have the cd. I found it for sale on this website, previewed the songs, and was completely amazed! The songs are each unique, and yet the underlying theme holds true throughout the album. My favorite songs are both versions of "Wash Away", "Skinny Dippin' Girl", and "I Love The Rain The Most". If you enjoy artists like John Mayer and Jack Johnson, then Joe Purdy's JULIE BLUE is a must have!

  • addicted
    author: Sara

    I got hooked when I heard Wash Away on Lost. Became obsessed. Found CD Baby. Ordered Julie Blue. Been happy ever sense. I bought the CD just for the one song, but I listen to the whole thing from beginning to end in my car at least once everyday. Love it. Thank you. :)

  • Just love this CD.
    author: Sandra

    I too heard "Wash away" on "lost" I couldn't get that song out of my head so I hunted high & low and finally found it on CD baby. I brought the CD just for "wash away" but must say I love all the songs.

  • Great show! Great album!
    author: Scott & Janel

    We caught the show with Jay Nash at the Lost Nav over the weekend and absolutely HAD to have the CD! Living in the area where the music was recorded, we must say that Joe had found a muse in our River - making the River his own in the process. If you live 'in it, by it, or on it', this CD will make those frozen winters up north much easier to take. He truly captures the essence of what it's like to live here. To paraphrase one of the tracks, "I hated this CD the most... when it ended."

  • Everyone who's heard it loves this CD!
    author: Lilly

    I love this CD! I also discovered Joe Purdy via the show Lost, and immediately went online and ordered it. I played it for a group over the holiday, and everyone loved it! There's only one song that I don't totally love - the rest of the cd is fantastic!

  • A Perfect Picture
    author: James

    This album is a perfect picture of something special, something warm, something lonely, and something true.

  • Mind Blowing
    author: Rachel

    Oh man, what a beautiful cd. The ability to pull off songs with just voice and guitar is undeniably difficult and Joe Purdy does it on numerous tracks. I'm so glad so many people heard Wash Away on LOST because it is just so good and he deserves to have such awesome work recognized and praised! Keep the tracks coming!

  • Great potential, wish it was longer
    author: HiroPro

    I didn't know Joe Purdy until I heard his song "Wash Away" on an episode of ABC's LOST. I searched until I found the artist and I bought the CD. I was pleasantly surprised by some of the other songs on the CD, though I wish they were longer. Many of the songs on here are around 2 minutes long so the entire CD is only about 35 minutes long. I can’t help but feel like each song has more potential but then it ends before you can really get into it. All that being said, I do find myself humming and singing these songs when I am away from my CD player so I must admit the are really sticking with me. All in all, I would recommend the CD.

  • Spectacular
    author: Jackalee

    This CD was everything I hoped for and more. After hearing Joe for the first time on LOST, I needed to get this CD. I was expecting to only enjoy the one song, but the whole CD is great. Relaxing and mellow.

  • Really great work
    author: north county

    I love records like this. In todays mediocre music wold Julie Blue is great piece of work. It reminds of my days in Missouri laying by the river and just taking it all in. Good stuff!

  • Good but too short!
    author: Beth

    While I have loved Joe Purdy for awhile now, I was a bit bummed when I received the "Julie Blue" CD. While Purdy's music continues to be fantastic, the length of the CD is upsetting. Many songs are under two minutes each, with the entire CD coming in at under 35 minutes. It's hard to kick back and relax to a CD when you know it's going to end quickly! Nevertheless, I recommend this CD, as well as any other Joe Purdy CD you can get your hands on!

  • A perfect fit for a rainy day...
    author: Melli Rose

    Joe Purdy's JULIE BLUE has an incredibly emotional and intimate sound which makes you want to sit with him and watch him play these songs...he talks about the river like it is a woman and it's beautiful. Melodies are different but still hold a solid and distinctive sound. I love this cd and I recommend it to people who like to get lost in acoustics...thanks Joe

  • WOW!
    author: Adam

    I grew up in upstate NY, and spent time near the area where Joe recorded this CD. I can hear the environment in the background, and the soul in his heart. Joe is a cross between Bob Dylan and Ray LaMontagne, but is an individual who has his own beautiful individual style.

  • Much success...
    author: At Home Records

    We of At Home Records would like to wish you much success and we would also like to congatulate you on getting your music played on the T.v Show Lost, that is some great exposure for you great music project. Keep up the good work. People you need to pick up this project. http://www.cdbaby.com/llove3

  • must have
    author: mb

    heard the wash away song on Lost, did a search on the artist and found the cd. its great!

  • Beautiful Record
    author: Kevin

    This record by Joe is a beautiful thing. The sparse, lo fi sound is just what I expected. Definately recommended to anyone who likes a true recording of some great down home music.

  • This CD is BEAUTIFUL! Lyrics are gorgeuos as expected from Joe and instramentals
    author: m.

    Lyrics are gorgeuos as expected from Joe and instramentals magic, it really takes you away with the sounds of the water in the background. Stellar.

  • CD Baby Boomer loves Joe Purdy
    author: helvetica

    This is an amazing CD; evocative, complex, finely nuanced, with a strong sense of place. Kudos to Joe Purdy and to "Lost" for bringing this brilliant music into my life.

  • I love it!
    author: diana

    This is a great album to relax to, very mellow. I also first heard Joe Purdy when they played his song on Lost and I'm so glad they "discovered" him for me.

  • A pleasantly surprising and fantastic cd
    author: Amanda

    I ordered this cd having never heard Joe before "Wash Away" was featured on "Lost." I am a huge fan of this type of music and was immediately smitten with the song and bought the record, knowing it would be worth it even if only for that one song, but I immediately fell in love with the whole album. I couldn't be more pleased with finding a new artist and plan on checking out his other work. Wonderful, soothing, fun music. I will definitely recommend this to others.

  • Joe Purdy takes you to his river as you listen!
    author: Chanda

    Listening to Julie Blue takes you away to your very own river and makes you forget about life for awhile. This CD is a must have for anyone who needs a few soothing tunes to get you into a relaxed frame of mind.

  • A heartfelt masterpiece of gentle humanity and grace.
    author: KKnox0616

    On his fourth CD, Joe Purdy doesn't do anything too surprising. He doesn't pull out all the stops with electric guitars and drum loops, nor does he try to pull the rug out from under our ears by changing his musical direction. He simply offers up more of the supple, lilting acoustic music that fans have come to expect from this unexpectedly affecting artist. Recorded in less than a week's time, 'Julie Blue' is a sparse record, with some songs clocking in at less than a minute, but it's also a gentle, lovely record of warm humanity and grace--the kind of record perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon when you're sitting by the bay windows with a great book in your hand, a throw blanket over your legs, a cup of hot tea on the table, and the sound of the world outside just within earshot. Highlights include the excellent "Skinny Dippin' Girl," "Far Away Blues," and the lovely "I Love the Rain the Most," but all the songs are equally wonderful. Some might say it's just more of the same, but when it comes to Joe Purdy, that's not such a bad thing at all. Grade: A-

  • Plesantly Surprised
    author: Bryan from Omaha

    Highly anticipated album since I heard the song on "Lost" a few weeks back. I am quite please with the rest of the album as well, great music to sit back and relax with.

  • This River Flows All the Way to D.C.
    author: Michael B.

    I cant believe how pleasant and uplifting this cd is. The sound is so simple but so beautiful. It amazes me that Joe recorded this in less than a weeks time. Thank god I am a "Lost" fan or I may never have discovered this brilliant singer songwriter. Check out "I love the rain the most"; straight dope. I played my girlfriend less than 5 min. of the cd and she is already begging me to burn her a copy.

  • Holy Crap!! This is an amazing record!!
    author: Jonny Spots

    This record will change the way think about music. It will open doors and lift your soul. Simple, bittersweet brilliance. A darn fine cup of coffee!

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