Tammy's music is always enjoyable to listen too. Many of Tammy's huge hits are included in this collection. However, Sony needs to put 2 or 3 unreleased or 2 or 3 not-on-every-compilation release songs to give buyers a reason to buy the new cd.

This time, however, Sony has tried a new approach---and one which I believe Tammy's fans will greatly appreciate. It included many never-before-published photographs of Tammy. Many appear to be alternate takes from photo shoots that have appeared on other albums. For example, the exquisite cover photo appears to be from the photo shoot used for her "We Sure Can Love Each Other Album." There's also a photo from the session used on her "Good Love and Heartbreak" album and one alternate take from the session from 1977-78 used for her publicity photos, her autobiography, "Stand By Your Man," and her "Womanhood" lp. There is also a newly-published photo of a fun-loving Tammy from around 1978.

The liner notes written about Tammy are interesting but nothing new. If you enjoy Tammy's music and want to see lots of alternative photo takes (along with a few familiar ones), this is a great CD to add to your collection.

Hopefully, an Essential Vol II will be released of Tammy's music.