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Few artists approach their work with the grace and dignity of Linda Ronstadt. For more than four decades, and through some 32 albums, she has remained one of the most beloved singers of our generation. Her career is a virtual testament to the idea that nothing quite lifts the human spirit like a good song. With an impresario's ear, and a voice that still resonates with a haunting gift-like quality, she's crossed all genres, always defying expectations as to what a pop record should be.

"What I've always done is set myself in a traditional genre and tried to be completely faithful to what the genre demands," says Ronstadt. Whether it be rock, country, pop, or stylistic ventures in big band music, jazz, opera, Broadway standards or Mexican and Afro-Cuban music, Ronstadt has worked with an incredible dedication to her craft. Her most recent albums continue to reflect her virtuosity, such as last year's acclaimed Christmas release, Merry Little Christmas, and 1995's unique collection of lullabies for children, Dedicated To The One I Love, to name a few.

Ronstadt made her pop debut in 1967 with the Stone Poneys. It was soon after that she began working with Neil Young. "I sang backup on a lot of his records. He'd call up and say 'I'm making a record, come on down.' He had a recording studio on this ranch. We'd record all day and end up with so much stuff I'm still not sure what made it on to the records." Few knew in those early days that both artists would go on to rewrite pop history. With seven Grammy awards and over 50 million albums sold to her credit, Ronstadt says the only formula she's ever lived by is an undying allegiance to the slow craft of songmaking. With a platinum track record that includes classic albums Heart Like A Wheel, What's New, and her Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris collaboration Trio, as well as its follow-up in the late '90's, it's obvious the workmanship has never wavered.

Her love for the art of recording helped her form a long standing partnership with legendary engineer George Massenburg, whom she proudly calls a "friend as well as a musical guiding light."

From her debut album, 1967's Evergreen, to last year's holiday gift to her fans, Merry Little Christmas, Ronstadt has helped redefine what it means to be a contemporary artist. For a singer who has won rock, pop, country and Latin music Grammy's, she has triumphed for more than four decades raising great songs from their hiding places, polishing each one with her own indomitable artistry.

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J.P. | Reviewer: J.P. | 10/5/09

I am very disappointed by Linda Ronstadt now. She was my idol growing up but not anymore. It's one thing to care about homosexuals and feel bad for them. I do to. I am a Christian and Jesus wants us to love everybody. He want us to love the sinner, not the sin. Linda needs salvation. She is a lost soul. She is caught up in worldliness. There are Christian singers out there who have said they have come out of that lifestyle and after walking with a personal relationship with Jesus, don't desire the same sex anymore. That is proof that that lifestyle is wrong and can be changed, just like adultery is wrong, or someone hooked on drugs. She is promoting a sinful lifestyle. God gave her the talent she has. Donnie McClurken was gay and is straight now. He is a Christian singer. J. P.

Beautiful Linda | Reviewer: gerardo | 8/13/09

I have been your fan since I was a teenager when you started to sing you are no good I have two cassetes of you and some long plays, you have a really beautiful voice and a beautiful mouth you were (and still you are) my impossible love.
With allmy respects Ms Rondstadt I admire you very much and I would like to shake hands one day.

what happened to her? | Reviewer: Anonymous | 6/24/09

Its a low down shame to see what has happened to Ronstadt. I know she is like 63 now. But she could still be thin and beautiful if she tried. There is a lot of history to her. And she could still be very inspiring as a modern day figure if she would just try to be. The 70s and 80s are much better than today. But this could change if our older generation would not give up on our kids. My daughter loves watching and hearing Linda of the past. All kids want to mirror what is beautiful. Linda is all covered up by carelessness. Put down the burger and be who you are!!

The Greatest | Reviewer: Bernice McShane | 5/5/09

I have been a fan of Linda Ronstadt's music for a very long time. She is one of the best singers who ever recorded songs. She also is a beautiful lady.
I once saw her on television in a performance with Rosemary Clooney (another of my favorites) and they were GREAT together. I hope Ms. Ronstadt never stops singing.
Bernice McShane
Oklahoma City

Remembering family... | Reviewer: Adriana Romero Ronstadt | 3/16/09

Dearest Linda; Im Karen's daughter who lives in México...Since July 2008 that we all got together with Barbie in Mexico City at moms house Ive been thinking about you...Specially today that I got an email from a friend about the Americans for the Arts...
Anyway...Last time i saw you was at my sisters wedding...Long time ago..Anyway keep you in my heart...Adriana.

Help Revive Cancines de Mi Padre in Corpus Christi, Texas | Reviewer: Seline Marie Garcia Smith | 2/14/09

Dear Ms. Ronstadt,
I am a 47 year old mother of 3 and have been singing since I was in grade school. I have loved your music for as long as I can remember. When your Spanish album was released, I enjoyed it immensely. I have performed locally on stage with the C.C. Symphony and am currently singing at the C.C.Cathedral(20 plus years) My choir director, Lee Gwozdz,arranges annual concerts where I have performed several selections from the Phantom of the Opera. I feel that our city needs to have your Canciones revived. I want to help make that a reality. It would be a dream come true if you could mentor me. I have a gift, I need work, I lack in stage presence, and I'm a bit overweight. You can see what I mean on YouTube-Jurame. Seline Smith with the CCChorale Artists. I actually looked ridiculous in my movements. Please just view it and tell me if you think I should try to perform your beautiful music. I feel an itch, I just need help. I teach and have three children; 16, 15, and 12. Please just view it.
Sincerest Wishes,
Seline

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