"Good Thing Going" Album Review
Review by Christian Scalise
“Good Thing Going”
What a great way to start off the album with the song “I’m Leavin.’” It’s an up-tempo and sassy “kiss off” song that features some great pickin’!! The song showcases Rhonda’s exceptional vocal talents. “World’s Biggest Fool” has a “western swing” feel to it and the story behind the song will make you chuckle!! What a uniquely clever song!!
On the ballad, “I Give All My Love To You” Rhonda sings of a beautiful connection that is shared between two people. The song features a phenomenal duet with Russell Moore. His vocals add a very special touch to this heartfelt tune!! This song is sure to be a classic for many years to come!! Rhonda’s voice sounds so angelic and pure on this tune.
“Good Thing Going” is another up-tempo tune that is somewhat autobiographical to Rhonda Vincent’s own life. She wrote the song after speaking to her husband on the phone while out on the road. She decided that things were going great in her life and she wanted to write about it. She chose to use “Good Thing Going” as the albums title.
“Scorn Of A Lover” starts off with the harmonic sounds of the mandolin followed by the chilling sounds of the fiddle. The song tells a story of a heartbroken individual whose relationship with their significant other has gone astray. Rhonda paints the picture of this song and takes you to that time and place where it came from. This song is definitely one of the gems on the album!!
“Hit Parade Of Love” takes you back to the country with its traditional sound and tongue in cheek lyrics!! Rhonda is feisty and ready to roll on this song!! The song is fast and delightful. It’s a rollercoaster ride that twists and turns ending with a rush that leaves you feeling refreshed and ready to hit the dance floor!! This song features a wicked solo by the fiddle!!
“I Will See You Again” is a heartfelt ballad that will move your heart in a positive way. The lyrics were carefully crafted and tell the story of losing the ones that we love and cherish in our lives. It chronicles to the death of Jesus Christ which adds a nice spiritual touch to the song!!
“Just One Of A Kind” is a pleasing upbeat song that is sure to win you over!! It’s a carefree, fresh song that is reminiscent of young love. Rhonda’s vocals soar phenomenally on this tune!! The song was written by gospel legend Dottie Rambo who Rhonda calls a “real inspiration.”
“I Gotta Start Somewhere” is a touching dedication to the special someone in your life. It’s a good one to listen to with a good glass of wine, your significant other, and some candles!!
“Who’s Cryin’ Baby,” a spunky “in your face” up beat song will have you jammin’ on your feet!! It’s another song that will lift you spirits because of its clever light heartedness.
“The Water Is Wide” is a very special song that will immediately give you chills. It features country star Keith Urban as the duet partner. Who doesn’t love the sound of Keith Urban’s rugged and distinctive voice?!? What a great combination!! Rhonda and Keith’s voices blend well together on this enchanting song. The song is almost haunting because of it’s arrangement but it is very beautiful!! Very touching!!
The album closes out with the lovely “Bluegrass Saturday Night” which is an anthem to Rhonda’s hectic life. The song gives the listener a taste of her rigorous touring schedule of performing and recording. This album is highly recommended by Country Stars Central. Get one for yourself and your friends and family!! Rhonda better watch out… The IBMA may be knocking on her door next year with a handful of nominations for “Good Thing Going.” She has definitely outdone herself on this record and it is sure to please!!
This album was produced in Rhonda’s own recording studio, “Adventure Studios” in Nashville, TN. It was co-produced by Rhonda’s brother Darrin Vincent and Rhonda.
"Good Thing Going" Track Listing;
1. I'm Leavin'
2. World's Biggest Fool
3. I Give All My Love To You (Featuring Russell Moore)
4. Good Thing Going
5. Scorn Of A Lover
6. Hit Parade Of Love
7. I Will See You Again
8. Just One Of A Kind
9. I Gotta Start Somewhere
10. Who's Cryin' Baby
11. The Water Is Wide (Featuring Keith Urban)
12. Bluegrass Saturday Night
