Greatest Stories Live by Harry Chapin

Pros: Live recordings show Harry Chapin at his best.
Cons: Not enough people know of Harry Chapin the man and his songs.

Please bear with me as I talk a bit about Harry Chapin the artist and performer and the man. I believe it has a lot to do with what this album, a live concert, is trying to relate to people twenty four years after his death. Harry Chapin worked on ...

Pros: Excellent production, great songs and lyrics, and Harry's antics on stage
Cons: Some very deeply sad songs

I purchased this CD in 1989 after listening to it at the local record store. This store allowed you to sample the CD’s prior to purchase, and since I like a lot of older music that was recorded prior to CD format, I like to know if it translates well....

Pros: Incredible Original Thought Provoking Tales
Cons: None whatsoever

I am told I attended a Harry Chapin concert when I was 2 or 3 years old. Of course I don't remember it but I am sure it must have been an incredible experience for the people I was there with, my parents. The reason I know this is the sheer number...

Pros: A master at his best
Cons: Could always use more songs

This is kind of a personal review, because Harry was a friend of mine. We met at the Huntington Folk Music Society when I was about 14 and he was just starting to make a name. I got to know his brothers and his dad. I was at the outdoor ampitheater his...