The Best
This is a wonderful collection of original Connie Smith hits. One song that should have been included is Tiny Transistor Radio. I'm not sure why they didn't include it on this collection.

In my opinion, Connie Smith is the greatest female County singer ever! I can't think of any other singer that captures the feeling, the depth, and the just plain wonderful voice that she has. This is real country music, music the way it should be. Many people today aren't familiar with her music. They should re-release all her songs, and I'm sure that a new generation would make her a star. Some things just can't be improved.

From start to finish, this is a wonderful collection. If you buy it you won't regret it.

Another collection you might want to try is Don Gibson RCA Country Legends. This is another collection of original hits. Be careful of songs that have been re-recorded. Amazon (and not only Amazon) has music that has been re-recorded. These shouldn't be sold, but if they are, there should be a notice that they aren't original.

CONNIE
this is the best representation of connie smith out there. she always has always been the best, and always will be. she sings from deep within, like no other. she is truly a legend. awesome collection

The Essential Connie Smith CD
I loved the songs on this CD. I listen to it all the time when I take my walks. It makes walking fun as you can walk with the different tempo songs. I would recommend this CD for anyone who is a Connie Smith fan and even for anyone who isn't. The music is great!!!

Great first half
Maybe it's just me, but I found the first half of the CD to be outstanding. It was her earlier works. Very country. The songs played to her main strength: vulnerable woman. However, the 2nd set of songs didn't do anything for me. They kinda strayed from the country roots.

The Essential Connie Smith
Amazon has giving me great service and great products in the past and I would continue to buy from Amazon this CD is very good as well as the service