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Critic's Review
Al Campbell, All Music Guide
Along with Eddy Arnold, Marty Robbins managed to crossover between the pop and country charts throughout most of his career. Just a Little Sentimental and Turn the Lights Down Low were originally released on Columbia in 1961 and 1965, respectively, and had been out of print for years before Collectables reissued them in 2003. Romantic chestnuts like "Unchained Melody," "Are You Sincere?" "Too Young," and "Hurt" make up the majority of these discs. However Robbins also turns in beautiful renditions of two country classics from the Hank Williams songbook, "Half as Much" and "I Can't Help It (If I'm Still in Love With You)," that fit perfectly within the romantic theme. These reissues are recommended especially to those who only know the country side of Robbins.
