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My Favorite Gorillaz Songs On This CD!
On this CD my favorite Gorillaz songs are Re-Hash, 5/4, Tomrrow Comes Today, New Genious, Clint Eastwood, Man Research, Punk, Sound Check, Rock The House, 19-2000, Latin Simone, Slow County, M1 A1, and Dracula, because they all have nice beats to them and the guitar playing is the best! | 45 stars
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The Best
My parents loved listening to this CD throughout the holidays. Peaceful rich voices and evoked good memories of the Carpenters era. | 45 stars
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I love this CD!
There are very few CD's I have purchased that I can just leave in my CD player and listen to over and over for months. This is one of them!! Rascal Flatts have really showcased their talents on this CD. Not only their amazing vocals but they play their instruments and wrote some of the songs. I think these guys are going to be huge in country music! I will forever be a fan!! | 45 stars
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PORTRAIT
Forget the other clunky anthologies.This is the very best of Vangelis.It has everything you will ever want from 1969-1989. Just delete "Italian song" and you have it all. Much reccomended | 34 stars
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Best Record Of 2005!!
As a grumpy old closet indie rock fan I must admit that I generally feel that the genre died after the sorry demise of Scotlands C86 scene. So imagine my sheer delight on hearing "Side 2" by Dressy Bessy on the radio last week whilst driving to work. I suddenly went from dreading another dreary day in my dimly lit cube to thinking how great my new polka dot dress looked with my shiny red shoes. I caught a glimpse of myself in the rearview mirror, it was 8.23 on a rainy Monday morning, I was stuck in traffic on my way to what has to be the most tedious job on earth and yet I was smiling :-) This was a phenomonon! I checked out their labels site www.transdreamer.com and found out the album was coming out the next day. So, I decided that it HAD to be mine. What a discovery!! Beautifully crafted songs with excellent melodies and lyrics that can make you laugh or cry with every clever twist and turn. Tammy Ealom is a GENIUS! This is a record for everyone not just be-bobbed indie snobs, hipsters looking for a new fix or bespectacled book worms trying to be cool. Everyone who can tap their toes, clap their hands, hum, whistle, sing or dance should buy this record. IT ROCKS!!! | 45 stars
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Highway star
"Highway Star" is the first song on this, and for the first third or so of it they perform as a 4 piece with no guitar anywhere. Then where the organ solo normally is, Blackmore makes his entrance; grabbing the spotlight, charging in with some ferocious guitar flourishes, stalking over to John Lord's side of the stage and marking his territory like a bull terrier,I mean it almost looks like he's going to physically ram into one of the other guys, the look on Roger's face...did I mention this is where Lord's organ solo normally is? After this song there is a brief composite of talking from the Purple guys, ruminating over the difficulties of having a guitar player, guitar player MIA from these segments. This is a great concert. Purple is an incredible buffet of top tier talent, a band so fluid, their influences are trades they have become masters, not hacks at; with a singer who fancies TS Elliot, whiskey and women, I would say in any order. A band who had gotten more potent with age, and would never approach parody. Ritchie's allegations of nostalgia further fortifying a deep committment to integrity. Ritchie got a cool million just to show up, and deserves respect for walking away from the future cash to pursue his artistic vision. But the parrying and jostling with his bandmates is ever present, and very entertaining, Purple being the one group of guys who can handle said guitar player. The Purple guys feel slighted by Ritchie's claims, and they shoud be, because it clearly disrespects the verve they put into the new Purple. Two of the new songs, "Battle" and "Anya" are highlights of the concert, brilliantly maneuvering Zeppelin avenues. And a wicked sense of humor: there's a song that opens with the "Jaws" theme that's about uh, well you'll have to see. And Gillan, Blackmore is better than Clapton, he wipes the floor with all of them. | 34 stars
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Only School Girls Bleed
Alice Cooper's 5th album School's Out was released in June of 1972 and quickly rose to be their most successful album to date earning a Platinum rating. With a record sleeve that looked like an old school desk top covered in graffiti and the vinyl record wrapped in a pair of women's underwear, it was probably the band's defining moment as kings of teen angst and mascara sleaze.School's Out is basically a rock and roll parody of West Side Story going so far as even using the Jets theme in the song "Gutter Cat vs. The Jets" and else where on the record surely sending Leonard Berstein into a symphony of fits. (This theme was also touched upon on their second album "Easy Action")Turning Broadway musicals into low culture glitz was truly the Alice Cooper way and gave him the footing for his near-opera live performances and song writing.School's Out isn't all killer show tunes, though. Alice swaggers through grimy rockers like the title track "School's Out" and the wacky "Luney Tune".The album also ranges from sultry jazz in "Blue Turk", raging glam punk in "Public Animal #9" and bittersweet irony in the nostalgic ditty "Alma Mater".School's Out is all of the Alice that you like and love, screaming that nothing is sacred, but reassuring you that it's all in fun at the same time. | 34 stars
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A true heart pleaser
A truely fine collection of Episcopal/Anglican Church Hymns that have been nicely recorded by a 'fine' choir. It has been one of my favorite discs that I often replay! | 45 stars
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Classical music is COOL!
I remember listening to their debut album and I really fell in love with their music. When I heard they were releasing a sophomore CD I couldn't wait to listen to the music. I must say that the music on their second CD sounds a lot better than the stuff on their debut CD. The music doesn't feel as stiff as the music on the first CD. I loved watching the music videos on the DVD side but I wished there was a behind the scene type thing included. I hope they are recording another CD because I want to hear more from them. | 45 stars
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HUGE Sting fan- BEST STING/POLICE DVD OUT
This is hands down the BEST Sting or The Police DVD out to date, nothing else comes close.. The DVD does have some small sound issues, but overall it is good.. The blend of the old songs with the newer is great, but I think people that really love The Police will not be happy.. I love all of Stings work and his newest CD Sacred Love is IMO his best work, I just feel that people think of Sting still in The Police, but he has changed his music so much after the breakup it's very hard to see the two bodies of work in the same light.. I have all the Sting DVDS out and The Police, but IMO this is has the best mix of songs/audio/video..A++Stings biggest fan in Texas | 45 stars
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Willie Waylon together once more
As most of the records by willie & Waylon. is well wourth each cent of the cost. I like it. | 23 stars
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Love Survives
Ryan Lum, the founder of Love Spirals Downwards/Lovespirals, has went through many musical evolutions over the years. Never content to stay stuck in one musical genre, he has made strides to reach a wider audience while doing what he loves most. One of those major changes came about with the departure of ethereal vocalist, Suzanne Perry and the inclusion of sultry voiced singer, Anji Bee. The switch came as a shock for many fans of LSD, but over time Lovespirals has managed to come into their own. This is especially noticeable with the release of their sophomore album, "Free & Easy". No longer can you compare apples to oranges, but you can certainly appreciate both for what they are. Long gone are the days of the cool dnb beats of "Flux" as we are introduced to an album splashed with color and soul that certainly lives up to its name. Tracks such as "Love Survives", "Deep In My Soul", "Sandcastles", "Hand In Hand" and "Habitual" will keep you coming back for more! | 45 stars
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A good copy of an out of print title
I appreciated getting a good, skip free copy of a classic, "out of print" Jerry Douglas CD. My old copy has a scratch, which leaves an annoying skip, so I really wanted a clean copy, and now I have one. This is a wonderful piece of Jerry's body of work, and it is hard to believe it hasn't been reissued, but there you have it. Used CDs are the only way to get this classic work for now. | 45 stars
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Psychedelic Classics
I ordered "Tangerine Dream" back in July but the shippment kept getting delayed so I ordered "Drive into Yesterday".This is an excellant disc. As others have noted, the music from "Tangerine Dream" is very much in the "Sgt. Pepper" / "Piper at the Gates" mode. "Tangerine Dream" possess the paisley florid aspect of Psychedelia with out the twinges of mandess that Pepper & Piper possess.The disc also includes the album "Faintly Blowing" in it's entirety. "Faintly Blowing" is a Psychedelic classic as well with a more progressive edge. The songs have more formal structure and more emphasis on rhythm then those on "Tangerine Dream". I do wish that the 1st two songs from "Tangerine Dream" (Kaleidescope & Please Excuse My Face) were include instead of the singles from 1968. Those songs however, are well worth owning.Peter Daltrey's lyrics are not quite up to the level of Syd Barrett or John Lennon's Psychedelic best. They sometime more readily approach the triteness of The Incredible String Band but many of the lyrics are often compelling and hypnotic. The instrumentation, though never virtuosic, is always interesting propelling the songs forward with the right mood and / or momentum.I was so impressed by Kaleidescope / Fairfield Parlour, I purchased "From Home to Home & "White Faced Lady" as well. "From Home to Home" is in the same vein as "Faintly Blowing" with some Moody Blues type touches (flutes, acoustic guitars, & melletrons). "White Faced Lady" is a rock opera about a Marilyn Monroe type actress who comes to tragic end. This is really their materpiece, every bit as engaging as "Tommy" & S. F. Sorrows". Actually, each albums builds on the stengths of the previous one as the lyrics & music become more complex.If you are like me, and love British pop / rock circa 66 - 70 and you still listen to the Beatles, Moody Blues, & early Pink Floyd, you will love these 3 discs. By purchasing all three, you wind up with almost 70 songs.Some other great albums from the same era:S. F. Sorrows: The Pretty ThingsOgden's Nut Gone Flake: Small FacesMusic From a Doll House: The FamilyOdessey & Oracle: ZombiesDisreali Gears: CreamHeavin is in You Mind: TrafficSearch of the Lost Chord: Moody BluesMagical Mystery Tour: Beatles | 45 stars
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A Wonderful Classic
While I loved it as a child, it never occured to me my 3 year old would also love it. She fell in love with it at my parent's house and sang the songs she learned for weeks afterward. She looked forward to watching it so much everytime she visited them that I had to pick her up her own copy for X-mas! | 45 stars
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Turn off the lights, and crank this cd up, all the way...
I have listened to this cd, numerous times, and with a 3000 cd collection, from anything from G'n'R Appetite for Destruction, to Metallica's Master of Puppets, to Megadeths Killing is my busssiness; it is pure magic. The band members seem to meld together. BM is not my favorite music, but i would and do say, evreyone should own this cd. Maybe the world would be a better place. Since i am here, if you like music, check out King Crimson "In the court of the crimson king" its a magical album. Well, What else can we say about Mayhem, except they are a fantastic band, and if you like Mayhem, you will like, Burzum, Dissection, Empror, Dark Funeral, Deicide, Absu, etc etc... Also check out the Russian Black Metal frontier, its amazing"BMB-orientated"Temnozor, Fullmoon Rise, Sunchariot, Sv'yatogor, Mop, Draugwath, Oyhra, Shturm, Waffen Folk, Nokturnal Mortum"Satarial-tribe"Satarial, Mor, Thron, Skythrone, Forest of Triglav, Misanthropic Poetry, Demons of Guilliotine"Unaligned"Rossomahaar, Wotannic Glory, AlVaterWell...thats all for now... | 45 stars
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everything I do gonna be fuzzy
True, we've been warned : "This product is manufactured on demand when ordered from Amazon.com." But we've also been told that this CD-R is supposed to "offer the same audio and image quality". Well, on the one I received, the cover was so blurry you can hardly read the name of the artist (and anybody would agree it's a shame with a cover like this !). But worst of all, the CD is full of "bleeps" and "hiss" that makes it impossible to listen to. Just a cheap copy. Come on !!! Buy a good printer and a decent CD burner !!! From now on, I'll stay away from "CD-R" and from this "LRC Ltd". Sorry to drop the big word, but looks like a scam to me. | 01 star
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Rag doll and Bone daddy
This is one of the most charming, and versatile holiday movies I have ever seen. Jack really does just want to do something new, and doesn't think about the consequences, which is something everybody has done at one time or another. When he gets warned not to do it, he ignores Sally because he really wants to do it.The love story is charming as well. It's a mix of unrequited love, friendship, hero worship, and in the end it turns into real love. The love story sub plot isnot the focus of the story. The story is how Jack stole Christmas. Not how Jack and Sally got together.This movie is claymation. It also has singing. I find that it makes the movie charming, some don't find it that way. | 34 stars
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Ashanti Rocks!
This Cd is fabolous! It has sad songs with slow beats and happy, quick and upbeat tempos. There are songs like "Happy" that make you wanna get up and dance, and then there are songs like "Over" that just make you think "is this boy worth it?" I LOVE this Cd. I totally reccomend it! Buy it! It ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!! | 45 stars
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Arguably their weakest album
In Rush's impressive and extensive catalog of music, Caress Of Steel is their only album with Neil Peart that you can call a subpar effort. The best tracks here are "Bastille Day", one of their best heavy rockers, and the introspective "Lakeside Park." The rest of the album isn't up to their usual high standard. The raw "I Think I'm Going Bald" sounds like an outtake of their debut album sessions and is lyrically weak by Rush standards. However, what brings the album down are the two long epics "The Necromancer" and "The Fountains of Lammeth." While most of "The Necromancer" is decent, its first suite "Into The Darkness" sounds like early-70's Pink Floyd, only drearier. "The Fountains of Lammeth" certainly has its moments but unlike future classic epics like "2112" and "Cygnus X-1", the track doesn't truly gel, sounding more like a bunch of segments put together. Also having both of these tracks at the album's end drags the album down, if "The Necromancer" was placed right after "Bastille Day", the album would be a more interesting listen. Ironically, the band's next efforts, starting with 2112, would continue the creative direction of this album but with much more success musically and commercially. If you're a diehard fan, you already have this. If you're a more casual listener, pick up Chronicles, which contains the best tracks here, "Bastille Day" and "Lakeside Park." | 12 stars
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real good vibe
I lOVE this CD. The lady is a real diva. She has powerful words enlightened by her faith, but don't listen, if you don't want. Just feel this beautiful, pure voice and that great sense of rythm! If some songs are not for all ears (I don't like "lost ones" for example, 'cause I can't stand rap. I find it boring), I must acknowledge the lady successes is mixing different styles of music such as R&B and hip-hop. maybe one of the best artists of these present times! | 45 stars
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NEEDS MORE SONGS
Goldfinger is great, but they are not what I would call, a good cover band.This Cd is great anyway.I loved the version of "feel like makin love" that they do.If you are a true Goldfinger fan, buy it, if not, try their self titled Cd first. | 34 stars
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Method Man Lost some Talent
14 years ago, Method Man's debut album, "Tical" became one of my favorite albums ever. And now hearing this album, I see that Method Man has lost alot of his talent. I liked a few songs like Say What, and Act Rite, but the rest of them I didn't seem to like. Tical is a much better album. It was from 14 years ago, but I can't believe how much skill Method Man has lost. I suggest you pass buying this album. | 23 stars
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Unique and different from what most would expect.
Although this is extremely different from their past efforts, don't think for a minute that it's bad. The only downfall in my honest opinion is the run time for this album. It's the shortest System album to date, but the overall replay value and intensity on the majority of the tracks certainly makes up for it in every way. For as long as you've got an open mind for the new sound, you should enjoy it.Now then, what's different you might ask? For starters, I personally find the guitar much more technical and heavier than anything I've heard from them before. Although you have some slower tracks here and there, you'll also find a lot of thrashy riffs this time around. This is especially evident in Revenga, which is a perfect example of how well they've matured and changed since Toxicity.You'll also notice an excellent and beautiful acoustic intro, titled Soldier Side. Although it lasts for only about a minute or so, you're immediately shown the new System of a Down. As soon as it's done, you're pulled into the excellent single BYOB, which I'm sure the majority of you are already aware of.More experimental tracks come into the scene later in the album with Old School Hollywood and Lost in Hollywood. Old School Hollywood basically revolves around a techno groove and shows off some of Serj's keyboarding skills in true action. Lost in Hollywood, the closer on the album, turns out to be the longest track clocking in at over 5 minutes. While this may be my least favorite track, it's certainly a nice trip nonetheless. Quite a slow track compared to the fast paced album you get before hand.As for the fast paced songs, this album is full of them. Question begins with a beautiful acoustic intro and suddenly picks of the pace, finishing off with trashy riffs and shouting from Serj; probably my favorite track. Sad Statue, the next track, shows how well System has matured lyrically. Another great song that deserves a quick mention is Cigaro. Wacky lyrics and excellent guitar work, many people remember this as the first realeased song from the CD.In closing, this honestly gets better with each listen. In my opinion, they've matured musically just as much as they have lyrically. I find it unfortunate that many people won't be able to accept the new changes, but I hope that this review has helped you somewhat in making a decision on whether or not to check it out. Listen to it with an open mind, and you'll hopefully enjoy. | 45 stars
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If you feel this album then just get it!
Dam! Music I played back in 91 while in 7th grade is like old school rap classics now. I like this albume still today in 2006. Dare I say it but it's a fun album. I mean I know hip-hop now you got to be a "THUG" and all. This album just brings back good memories for me back in a time in 7th and 8th grade early 90s. The beats on this album still play to me and aren't out dated. For example, I brought Ice Cubs' 'The Predator' album just for the 'Check Yo Self' track but all the other song beats on that album are mad out dated. I don't know if your a young cat reading this or someone like me around 29, but this LP is just that good stuff! If you weren't around in 91 you might not be feeling me, but tracks for example; Feminat Fatt, Sobb Story, Show Me a Hero, were just my songs along with many more on this LP. I don't know, I just feel those good beats and the creativty on this album, still today! | 45 stars
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Better off with a 2 CD set or DVD...
This is okay, but is just an upgrade of "Made in USA". "Good Vibrations" is the motherlode, but "Endless Summer" is still the best collection. "Very Best" is misleading though. A few personal favorites left off of here...A 2 CD set would at least cover a lot more territory. Esp. if you like the stuff like "Til I Die", "Forever", and the other great songs from the late 60s-early 70s. And to me, when I heard Pet Sounds on DVD-Audio, hearing the "singles" isn't the same anymore.I do think that they should put out a video collection on DVD, there are more than enough documentaries explaining their story, it's always frustrating to see the footage spoiled by voiceovers (use the commentary track!). There's plenty of BB footage from TV and film, with and without beards. Maybe Brian, Mike, Al, and Bruce (and part time Beach Boy John Stamos) can work it out just long enough to put this one together. | 23 stars
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AMAZING, powerful yet soothing...
Marcela Bovio has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard...Both her speaking and singing voice is just so ethereal...it just twinges every fiber of my being and yet curiously soothe me at the same time. Thanks VCPG for introducing me to the band... | 45 stars
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Real Music For Real People
WOW! Hypnotizing...tantalizing...mystifying...funkified...and downright cool...this is the new Dandys record and a dandy it is! Worth the wait and worth its weight in music gold! An automatic classic and should be a staple in any serious rock lovers collection. I just turned fifty and it's rock and roll like this that keeps me thinking twenty..this is the elixir that cures all the ills in music today. Thank you Dandys for giving me a birthday present of renewed vitality and just wanting to listen to something over and over and over...a definite top 5 album of the year...and maybe the best album of the year. WOW! | 45 stars
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Roped the Wind
As a big fan of Garth's, and living outside the US, I gladly paid the (...) Amazon shipping fee to get the album asap. Unfortunately, I was let down by a cookie-cutter, soul-and-creativity-lacking piece of plastic. After a week, I have nothing positive to say about any tracks. Garth, I'll give you one more chance. Jeff Wilson, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. | 01 star
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Top tunes
I've had this since it came out in 96, i used to play it in the clubs then, and people still borrow it to play in the clubs now..... that speaks for itself!!! | 45 stars
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They made a lover out of me!
The Wallflowers have done it again! They've made an album that's an absolute masterpiece. This CD is so intricate and so well-crafted (as are all of the Wallflowers' albums) that it deserves the title of Album of the Year. These songs are on the opposite end of the spectrum than the temporary, empty ones that fill the airwaves; these songs allow for interpretation. That's the great thing, because songs that are spelled out for you are no fun to listen to. There are songs that make you smile (When You're On Top), songs that make you cry (Closer To You), and one song in particular that you're glad you're not the subject of (Health and Happiness). These are songs and a band that will last, even if you don't like them you should respect them.P.S. Buy the album! | 45 stars
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Another great album from Al!
Don't hesitate to pick this one up. Some great parodies of recent songs, very funny original songs, and, of course, a compilation polka. Definitely a worthy purchase from Al. | 45 stars
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The Title Speaks For Itself...
Omar. What can be said about The Man. He is one of many genuine Soul artists who are not fully appreciated on either sides of the Atlantic. He has given us a mass of recorded musical masterpieces since 1991. From "There's Nothing Like This", "Music", "For Pleasure", "This Is Not A Love Song", 'til now, we have seen him steadily progress as a vocalist and a musician.The "Best By Far" is a perfect collection of Latin rhythms, 70's Funk, 60's Soundtrack themes, as well as the always undeniable vocal gymnastics of one of the premiere singers of our time. With his sweet beatnik-styled dedication to his lady "Syleste", to the irresistible bump of the title track, Omar takes your ears to a place that most US artists never dare travel. On "Something Real" and "I Guess" he immediately catapults you straight to the dance floor. To quote one of the many great songs on this album, it is "Essential" that you pick this one up if you are truly a sincere admirer of Omar as well as pure Soul music for the body, the soul and the mind.It is almost frightening to know how beautiful this project is, and how much attention one knows it will not receive, due to the lack of respect on American radio for blood, sweat, and tears Rhythm & Blues. So I say to all of you considering this purchase, do it for those of us who have given up on the mediocre, and have fallen in love with genius. Here's to you Omar. Cheers! | 45 stars
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Live at Roseland DVD
Actually Ronnie was 62 when this was recorded. It was a great show and no doubt the DVD will reveal to a new generation just how amazing he is. That and the fact it was quite possibly the last time we'll see the great Doug Aldrich with Dio. | 45 stars
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Rufus Does Judy Good
This is quite an amazing endeavor on a couple of levels. I wasn't a Rufus fan at first and, honestly, found his voice "whiny" and irritating. But, here you have Judy Garland's arrangements - the ones EVERYBODY knows by heart - perfectly reconstructed AND THEN lowered a fourth in pitch [for a male voice], which isn't the easiest thing to do orchestration-wise. The end result is that Rufus gets into the heart & soul of each song and somehow he recreates Judy while keeping his "Rufus-ness." He's got humor; he's got pathos; he's got Judy. Who could ask for anything more? As a filmed concert, it's superbly shot and the music is very well mixed. The orchestra is excellent. Mother McGarrigle & Sister Martha also perform, which may irk some "Judy purists," but, Hey! it's his gig. | 45 stars
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Good but not great.
This album is a classic.I'd say it's a very good effort but not as good as it could have been.The girls were still finding themselves.Lita has found herself on her new album.Joan found herself a long time ago.I don't think Cherie ever did find herself!hahaThe Runaways Rule! | 23 stars
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What's So Funny?
"Ain't It Funny" was one of the real standouts from Jennifer's second album "J.Lo", and it's a great track, as the album version, which is the main cut here, shows. Normally, she not only works out some good songs, but manages to issue some pretty incredible remixes, something she fails to do here. The only real club track is the remix by "Silk" Hurley, which at over eight minutes in length, has some dull points. A "Brandnew Extended" version of the track is a highlight, adding more of an R&B feel and enhancing the Latin vibe already present. The next two tracks are remixes of "Que Ironia", the Spanish language version of the song. The short "Tropical Dance Remix" is totally bland and fails to excite, while the next track is a slow R&B mix, turning this song into a bump-n-grind track, something it's not. A stunning single, but a real dud when it comes to the remixes. The black sheep of Ms. Lopez's singles discography if there ever was one. | 23 stars
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The dog is here!
I hear this is Dmx`s 5th album, after this he is retireing, i thought it was pretty good for a last album. This cd has lots of cursing and barking in it but i guess thats my fault for not listening to his older stuff and realizing thas his style, the intro is great where the hood at is dope, and this one is definitley a head banger! The cd has an overall fast paced adrenelene filled flow. I think if your like me you will definitley enjoy this cd. 23 songs= 75 minutes of audio excellence. | 45 stars
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Got me through the 70's and more!
This album is a great listen all the way through. Dave Jenkins does a great job with vocals on "Love Will Find A Way", "Don't Want To Live Without It", and "I Go To Rio". This is one of those rare cds that you can listen to from start to finish without pressing a button to skip a song. The lyrics may not be the deepest, but it's a good ride on the ship Pablo Cruise. | 45 stars
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not 4 serious soul music diggaz
there's nothing special about alicia keys and this album. but i'm not amazed that there's a lot of people gave this album 4-5 stars, fans of destiny's child, usher, brian mc knight and the likes,...will definetely dig this album, but if you're a serious soul music lovers, u wont put it in your cd changer again after one listen 2 the whole album. alicia keys can stand among new artist like sunshine anderson,or maybe...india arie, but there's no way 2 compare her on this album with the "head of the class"miss erykah badu 4 90's generation,or further more...minnie riperton.they're some of the true lady soul that's really happening. anyway,4 serous soul music listeners,you can still enjoy her cover of prince's:how come u don't call me"but that is it 4 me.all the other tracks is no different than ordinary r&b tracks that u can hear 20 times a day on the radio. | 01 star
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hernan de argentina
hola a todos ,soy hernan de argentina ,compre este producto en cindicion de very good y para mi esta like new,exelente se recomienda al vendedor | 45 stars
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This dvd is truly an experience
What can I say about the very spiritual,great and beautiful CeCe Winans.Her voice is real. This dvd is awesome, it never leaves my dvd player. I have been listening to her ever since her and her brother debut with, "BeBe & CeCe Winans" and she sung "For Always" after that I was hooked.When she sings I feel a stirring inside me that I have to worship like she does. And do she ever worship, I mean this dvd seems like a non-stop worship,"You're So Holy", "Alabaster Box" & espescially "Jesus, You're Beautiful."I feel there are few people who can give a concert and just let the spirit move, and CeCe certainly does that, it just comes in and takes over. This woman is truly a woman of GOD. Everytime I listen to this dvd I ALWAYS enter the "Throne Room.""I Love It Here!"GOD Bless | 45 stars
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Very good, a revolutionary anthem
This album is perfect for the rebelious soul looking for a evil (empire) to fight. The songs are mostly about political dogma and democratic fallocys, but even if your not into politics or revolution the songs are still very moving. Listen to the words, understand their meaning, and only then can you fully appreciate this gem. | 45 stars
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Voice of An Angel
I own ever Cd Ever put out by her and Union Station...Everything she sings is golden. | 45 stars
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A Very Beautiful Second Album
I give this disc a five star rating simply because B.M.S. is one of my all-time favourite bands;so call me biased! Seriously speaking,this recording shows a slightly more mature band than the one that recorded their first LP only months before this.As the title suggests,this record deals with man's evolution,with all lyrics in Italian. The opening tune,"L'Evoluzione" opens slowly,and progresses in a manner not unlike that of "Il Giardino Del Mago" on their first album. Beautifully melodic keyboard solos,(courtesy of the brothers Nocenzi),are the order of the day here. The next piece,the 8-minute-plus "L'Conquista Della Posizione Eretta" sounds in places like a spaghetti western,but is nonetheless mesmerising;model perhaps as an up-date on "Metamorfosi" from their previous record. The rest of the CD is composed of shorter pieces in the five minute range,highlighted by the haunting and mysterious "750,000 Anni Fa...L'Amore?" featuring some of the sweetest singing that lead vocalist Francesco Di Giacomo has ever commited to tape. All in all the band is in fine form,and while this recording has its flaws,they are obviously poised to launch their next effort IO SONO NATO LIBERO.The future looked bright indeed...and you didn't even have to wear shades! | 45 stars
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Enjoyable Satisfaction
This is a lot of fun. It's very catchy, very 'Lucy'. :) I was not disappointed. I look forward to her next album. | 34 stars
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begging for the stones
What can you say about the classic period of the Stone's? This is a seminal, must-have album for anyone who loves rock and the blues. | 45 stars
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Gripping Story -
"The Celebration" is a story of a Danish family's gathering to celebrate the 60th birthday of their patriarch, Helge (Henning Moritzen). All of Helge's living children are there: Christian (Ulrich Thomsen, Helene (Paprika Steen) and Michael (Thomas Bo Larsen) are present at the party. One child is not present, it is Christian's twin sister who has committed suicide.The party is in a remote estate or hotel, owned by Helge, who is proud of his success in live and his children. However, Christian came with an axe to grind. He toasts his father in front of the group with a gripping awful truth. Everyone is stunned but as the movie progresses the power of truth overwhelms.The film has grit and power. You can see how Christian has suffered in silence most of his life and finally, with his twin sister's suicide, he has the strength to confront his father in front of all who matter to him. | 34 stars
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Thuggish Ruggish Bone
Bone Thugs~N~Harmony have a song for every mood, Creepin' On Ah Come Up focuses on the Westcoast gangsta music, as Eazy-E as the producer, they make an excellent collaberation, This is one of my favorite Bone albums, all the tracks are sick, this was the first Bone album as Bone Thugs~N~Harmony, and Flesh~N~Bone's first album with the group, he gave a pretty good first impression on the song Down Foe My Thang, so, if you dont already have this CD, go buy it!!!! | 45 stars
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Better with each listen
I love this album. Completely different from any of their other albums in sound, it still maintains their amazing instinct for brilliant pop arrangements without sounding like bubblegum pop. There's swagger to the lyrics, muscle to the guitar, and confidence in the songwriting. It may weaken slightly in the last two songs, but this is a FUN album to listen to. I can't wait to see what they do next. | 45 stars
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Will He Please Stop Rapping???
I think the rest of these reviews are from people who don't listen to real hiphop. He's clean, but come on, this is garbage, regardless of the clean lyrics. People who are enthusiasts of Urban music shouldn't comment on what's good and what's bad. This is not just bad, it's horrible. It's been through the laundry, but all of the grit was washed out. If you want positivity and good music, look to Common, Mos Def, Black Eye Peas. I'm not a fan of 50 Cent, because of the empty mindedness and violence, but this is too, too "mainstream" and does nothing. Sometimes a good music system helps. I have one, and it couldn't help this CD. Also, it's preachy and goodie-two shoes. Kanye West had "Jesus Walks" and that was tight and still not preachy. Method Man did "You're all I need" and that was tight. Each song is Nauseating!!! And the beats are garbage. I like Will Smith as a personality, but definitely not for his musicianship. I have as much respect for his artistic talent as I do for Vanilla Ice and Hammer. It's dated, preachy, and bland. Maybe I'm just annoyed over the audacity that he thought he could do another one to torture us. I also am fumed that he denotes Wendy Williams. He may be offended by her, but that is my girl and she get's me through the long days at work. His music can't do that for me. | 01 star
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MARCHING ON....,
The Alarm was written off in the 80's as U2 wannabes, which I feel is the reason that they never really took off in the U.S.But one listen to this Cd & you'll see how wrong the naysayers were.While I'm tempted to say that the majority of the material here is taken from Declaration & Strength, considering the limited library of work from which to choose, I feel that this Cd exemplifies this fine band.The disc starts out with the harmonica driven Road, into the(unfortunately)truncated version of 68 Guns, and the powerhouse Where Were You Hiding, until before you know it you're at Strength & half way thru the Cd!The beautiful Rain in the Summertime(1 of my favorite videos as you watch while the lead singers tall,spiky hair is matted to his face while singing in a rainstorm)follows,as does Sold Me Down the River(when considering they also sound like Simple Minds, makes one wonder if Jim Kerr was thinking about this song subconsciously when he wrote the similar She's a River 5 years later).The Cd ends with the bonus tracks Marching On & Blaze of Glory which literally explode!Where were you hiding when the Alarm was struggling in America? | 34 stars
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Timeless favorite!
I'm not much into mainstream bands except every now and then one will come along and sweep me away. Coldplay is definitely one of those bands! A Rush of Blood to the Head IS my favorite Coldplay, and probably has to do with all the soul-searching I did around the time I was really getting into it.Of the 11 tracks on this CD I have, I find that 10 of them are just amazing! The eleventh song (track 9 - A Whisper) I don't really care much for because I believe it doesn't flow well with the rest of the album. Altho, it's still a good song in it's own right.There's always a good hook in whatever song you're listening to. Vocals are emotionally convincing and not mellow-dramatic. You'll hear a lot of piano throughout the songs, which is a nice change from the norm. A lot of songs will just wash over you and give you a warm fuzzy feeling - very lush soundscapes.Pick it up...despite even if, by chance, it happens to be Matthew Perry's favorite band of 2003 :P | 45 stars
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Better yet
I bought the Spirit Room and while there is some good music on it and it has stayed in my CD player I never thought it was a great CD. Hotel Paper is a step up and out for Michelle who has added to her musical dimensions while losing none of the rockin' attitude she has always had. | 34 stars
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CREED takes everyone HIGHER!
Without a doubt, HUMAN CLAY is one of the best CDs this year. With songs like "HIGHER" and "WITH ARMS WIDE OPEN," CREED demonstrates a great musical technique and an excellent inspiration... TWO THUMBS UP FOR CREED! | 34 stars
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Excellent
This is truly an excellent CD, JMJ at his best. It is part 2 of a two piece album. I have the two LPs album called "Souvenir of China" which consists of this CD and The Concerts in China, part I. JMJ does not perform often though most of his recent shows can be bought on CD and video. This was one of his first shows, and it must have been something special to be there!Buy the two CDs together! And while you're at it, get his first 3 CDs as well: Oxygen, Equinox and Magnetic Fields. | 45 stars
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The best of the best
Ednita has captured all of her best songs in these 2 CD's. Although they are live, the sound is just great!!! These are a MUST to have for all of us who are true fans. Ednita, we love you and are proud of all your accomplishments and always remaining true to your roots!!! Good luck in LA!!!! I'm off to see her live in concerts she's doing throughout the Universities here in Puerto Rico tonight... | 45 stars
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my dads favorite...
i love this cd..play it all the time nice to have it on my kindlefire, a timeless work of art | 45 stars
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A Rock and Roll Goddess In The Making
In this, as all of her earlier recordings with Ike, it was obvious that Tina worked perfectly with the music, providing the right fevered pitch and get-down soul, gospel-drenched, screamin' blues-Mama.River Deep, Mountain High, once Phil Spector added his golden touch, proved, that the band had reached a new plateau. But it was just a step in the evolution of Tina.Sit back, prop up your feet, and put on these records. But don't expect to say seated long. Soon, Ike and Tina will have you on your feet, feeling the Spirit...of rock and roll, rhythm and blues...! | 23 stars
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He's low on cash, weed, and friends, but Devin's "Just Tryin' ta Live" (4.5/5)
Houston rapper Devin the Dude has had quite an interesting career to follow while signed to Rap-A-Lot Records. Beginning in 1994 as a member of the comedic rap group Odd Squad, he then was a member of the very dark and serious group Facemob, before finally embarking on his own solo career. His second solo album, 2002's "Just Tryin' ta Live," is an excellent collection that showcases his immense talent and character. What I like most about Devin is that he is so easy to relate to because he doesn't speak of life as your average rapper does. Devin raps about his shortcomings instead, being poor and having the same wants and needs as anyone else. In doing so, he is often completely hilarious. Rapping about his love of weed, being short on cash, and his lack of female interaction are so funny because they're so real sounding. But he's also incredibly talented, and he's an effective lyricist, so he is entertaining when he raps about anything, and some of his verses can be almost totally nonsensical. His flow ranges from a conversational chatter to a sing-songy drawl. Often, his raps just sound like he is talking to you, but he'll sing a hook in a silly fashion. Another thing I really like about this release is the production. The production, while not sounding hard or menacing, has Houston written all over it. It's funky-fried southern funk, with twangy guitars, low bass, and an upbeat swing all the way through. Even when producers like DJ Premier contribute, the sound remains consistent and molded perfectly for Devin and his style. It's got such a low-key, laidback feel that makes it perfect in so many instances. "Just Tryin' ta Live" is hilarious and well-done, and I highly recommend it.The album begins with the hilarious "Zeldar," where Devin narrates from the point of view of Zeldar, an alien from the planet Deldar, as he lands on earth and discovers a love for weed. With the creepy vocals and space-age funky beat, this song is really funny. "It's a Shame" has a driving, appealing beat that is enhanced by a soulful appearance from singer Poo Bear. On "R & B," Devin plays two characters, himself and a redneck white guy, as they discuss their love of "reefer and beer." With a great hook, concept, and beat, this song's a highlight. "Lacville '79" is one of my favorite songs on this album. Devin raps about his old car, and its terrible condition, with a great chorus ("I'm rollin', car not stolen, prob'ly never will be, it's much too old 'n..."). The verses are so understandable, which makes them so funny. He recalls childhood disappointment on the odd "I-Hi," which precedes "Who's That Man, Moma." This song is a little too long and slow, and although the verses are pretty funny, I don't like this song as much as the others on the album. Xzibit and Nas make high-profile appearances on "Some of 'Em," a rough, fast song. I love the loopy "Go Somewhere," with its ultra-catchy, sunny, and friendly production ("I'm not as think as you drunk I am..."). Although "Whatever" is only a minute long, it's a lyrical highlight. Devin ends each line with a curse that is replaced by an Ice-T kick. It's a great concept and comes of well. "Would Ya" also has a twangy, happy sound, with an appealing performance. My favorite song by far is the DJ Premier production "Doobie Ashtray." Although this song is obviously a Premo production from the scratched vocals in the beginning, it's tailored exactly to Devin's specifications, with the slow rolling bass and twangy guitar. But the spotlight is certainly on Devin. He sings a mournful hook and despairs in his verses about the loss of his friends, lack of cash and weed, and depression, until his spirits are finally lifted when he spontaneously finds a bag of weed. This is without a doubt among the finest tracks of Devin's discography. Raphael Saadiq makes a soulful appearance on the excellent "Just a Man," and Odd Squad collaborates on the solid "Fa Sho." "WXYZ" is pretty weird but okay, and it's followed by "Tough Love," an all-around nice song. The album ends with the great title track, another Odd Squad collabo. I love the philosophy he brings to this track, assessing a way of life and culture over great production.Devin the Dude is one of the most unique MCs in hip hop right now, and he's got a decade's worth of fine material from his various musical endeavors. "Just Tryin' ta Live" is a great album showcasing all of his talents. I highly recommend this for the collection, it's great for laidback listening. | 34 stars
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If trance is a drug, this album is heroin
Armin has risen to the top of my favorite DJ list because of CD's like this. Yet it's not like his other ones - - and that's part of what I love about him, he's evolving and keeps blowing my mind by showing how far you can expand rich, deep, melodic trance into new dimensions of sound. Where he used to verge on cheesy in his track selection, he now is more cutting-edge and leads the way in delivering new sounds that hook you with their depth and euphoric, hypnotic beauty.I especially recommend this album to those on a limited budget who want to spend wisely on a few choice trance CDs. I know several people in California and Texas who are totally addicted to this, and all of them have made profanity-laced comments like "holy f***ing s***, this is incredible!!!!" The fact that these extreme trance fans are going as crazy about this album as I am should come as a very solid recommendation. And when you first hear Track 4, your head just might explode - - the moment it kicks in, it's like you've been transported into a new world of sound. There is nothing quite like it. And unlike so many other good trance CD's that blow their best on the first 3 or 4 tracks, this one is even more solid from track 7 through the end than it is at the beginning.This album is very rich, thick, extremely melodic, and intensely rhythmic all at the same time. It is not anthemic and doesn't feature belted-out vocals but instead has some unique tracks that use vocals in ways I'm not at all accustomed to -- cool, trippy, edgy, but well-integrated into the overall sound and never obnoxious like the disco queen sound that used to ruin some of the more cheesy trance albums. The overall effect is like an exquisite meal at a 5-star restaurant, or an extremely lush landscape - - filled with colors and flavors that take over your senses and lift your spirit. How anything can be this banging and rhythmic while being so smooth and beautiful, I have no idea, but Armin pulled it all together and made what is now my favorite trance CD ever (as of January 2005, anyway!) Play it loud. Very loud. | 45 stars
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Sit back, relax and enjoy
What in the world could be a problem with this? Well, I suppose shipping could have been an issue, but it wasn't. Or maybe the peacefullness wasn't peaceful enough? I don't think so. Enjoy! | 45 stars
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Blown away
I've always loved this album, and recently decided to add a digital copy to supplement the original LP. I went for the surround-sound version because I've enjoyed the other classic albums (Pet Sounds, Workingman's Dead) that have been remixed for 5.1. But none of them prepared me for the unbelievable experience of this one. When "Cowboy Movie" came on, I was about levitated out of my chair. I have never heard such immediacy, clarity, or power from a 5.1 mix. The sense of being in the middle of the mix is just tremendous. High praise to Stephen Barncard, both for the job he did on the original recording, and for this terrific enhancement. | 45 stars
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good deal
this item arrived in a timely manner as well as in excellent condition, thanks for the integrity of delivering such a good service. | 45 stars
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This is a good cd even if u hated nsync before listen to it
This cd rocks the house! It has such a wide variety of types of songs that even if you've hated nsync stuff in the past you might like it and if your an nsync fan its a must to have! It has slow songs , dancy songs, poppy songs, a rappy song, and other in between kinda stuff. This is one of my fave cds and im not even an nsync fan, I like all kinds a music like marilyn manson, blink182, britney spears, dixie chicks, dmx, nellie, sugar ray, and matchbox20.So you should atleast give it a listen! | 45 stars
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Definately interesting, mature music
The Wings albums or Paul McCartney's should I say, are always a fascinating listen, and London Town is no exception. I found this album to be somewhat similiar in feel to Red Rose Speedway, but perhaps more confidently done. Recorded mostly on a yacht in the Virgin Islands in 1977 (amazing to consider when you listen to the album) London Town oscilates (like most Wings LPs) between the masterful pop numbers and obscure curiosities if you like. The songs London Town and With a Little Luck are your standard McCartney classics with Had Enough being perhaps one of Paul's most convincing rockers. I'm Carrying is the sweet sweet ballad number which I personally found a little too sweet. Cafe On the Left Bank is quite a trashy number now that I reflect on it, but it seems to work. But the two songs Backwards Traveller (despite the awful lyrics) and Cuff Link which are segued together I think are outstanding, with Cuff Link following in the same vein as Morse Moose and the Grey Goose (don't be put of by the criminal title). Even though Morse Moose is a nautical song (see what I mean about the obscure curiosities?) both it and Cuff Link are classic examples of the organic, instrumental rock infusions that McCartney was very good at, I think. Famous Groupies is a fun, tongue-in-cheek number, while Deliver Your Children sometimes comes across as a hard-edge country number: McCartney as mysterious loner. Girlfriend is a number that was intended by Paul for Michael Jackson and I'm not sure if Paul's version of it, sung in falsetto, really works. Maybe he was influenced by the BeeGees at the time. But London Town is a fascinating album and probably the best after Band on the Run. | 34 stars
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Debussy: Images
Debussy: Images is a 1992 Deutsche Grammophon recording featuring the Cleveland Orchestra being led by Pierre Boulez. Jeremy Noble has written the music notes. The sound quality is superb and it verily feels as if one is listening to this recording live. Truly a magnificent listening experience. Highly recommended indeed. 5/5. | 45 stars
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Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band "Live" Bullet CD = A Classic Rock Live Album!!!!!!
This "Live" ablum cd was recorded at Cobo Hall in Detroit, September 4th & 5th in 1975. This is an outstanding live album cd showcasing Bob Seeger & the Silver Bullet Band at their best "live". It contains 14 hard rocking songs.The line-up consists of:Bob Seeger - lead vocals guitar, pianoDrew Abbott - Lead guitar, background vocalsAlto Reed - tenor, alto & baritone saxaphones, percussion, and background vocalsRobyn Robbins - organ, & etc.Chris Campbell - bassCharlie Martin - drums, & etc.The song set is as follows:1.Nutbush City Limits (the Tina Turner classic)2.Travlin' Man3.Beautiful Loser4.Jody Girl5.I've been Working6.Turn the page7.U.M.C.8.Bo Diddley9.Ramblin' Gamblin' Man10.Heavy Music11.Katmandu12.Lookin' Back13.Get Out of Denver14.Let it RockOverall, this is one of the best live ablums ever recorded!!!It you are familiar with Kid Rock (also from Mighican), he recorded a "Live" Trucker Album CD there at Cobo Hall also. Kid patterned his live cd package, just like Bob Seger's, as a tribute to Bob Seeger. The Album art work is almost identical. Thanks!!!! | 45 stars
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Two of the greatest metal songs ever recorded
this single is good for people that haven't heard metallica before, but i would suggest buying ...and justice for all and get all the songs on the album, it's worth the money | 45 stars
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NOT A COUNTRY FAN
THIS IS THE SARGENT PEPPERS OF COUNTRY. REMEMBER THE DIFFERENT SONGS ON THE SARGENT PEPPERS ALBUM, SOME LOUD, SOME SOFT, SOME THOUGHTFUL, AND EVERY SONG WAS EXCELLENT! THIS IS THE GROUNBREAKING CD OF COUNTRY. I LOANED TO MY FREINDS, MOST WHOM AREN'T COUNTRY FANS AND THEY LOVED IT. BUY IT, YOU WON'T BE SORRY. | 45 stars
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The Sound of the Future
What an amazing band. I saw them live at the Ozzfest'98 and they blew me away. It is a rare treat to see a band that are equally as good live as in the studio. Wesstyle's lyrics are just too good to go unnoticed. A band that are going to be big soon so hop on now. | 45 stars
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great driving music
My husband and I leave this cd in the car so we can listen to it on long drives. The music is great...would buy it again if I ever lost it! | 45 stars
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great lost classic from ringo
This album is great. I rank it as one of my faves, along with beaucoups of blues, blast from your past, and vertical man. great guitar work by joe walsh | 23 stars
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Sound the Surrender
Darkest Hour have teamed up with producer and all around musical great Devin Townsend to create the best album of their decade long career. Undoing Ruin is a big step away from the sweedish melodeath inspired thrash of their first 4 albums. Also, the punk aspect of their music is now gone, save for the track District Divided, and that track still sounds like it could be lifted from At the Gate's legendary Slaughter of the Soul. The songs A Thousand Words..., Sound the Surrender, and, well, basicly every song on the CD are injected with so much melody and harmonizing guitar work that if you listened to Mark of Judas or Hidden Hands... that you might think its a different band. But they have changed for the better. If given enough time Undoing Ruin might live up to the hype that Victory Records created for it.Oh, and BTW, this is not a metalcore CD. Undoing Ruin is a MeloDeath-Thrash hybrid. Sure, they take influences from 90s metalcore such as Zao and Cave In, but there is so much more in their music. Undoing Ruin is practically dripping in Metallica's song writing, Slayer's insane riffing, and Carcass' melody (from their epic Heartwork album). For fans of this CD that are really into modern Metalcore bands like Atreyu, Norma Jean and the like, do yourself a favor and listen to Carcass' Heartwork, At the Gate's Slaughter of the Soul, and Slayer's Reign in Blood. And to those of you that just want to pidgeonhole this cd as another Metalcore release, you are sending the wrong idea to people that might want to buy the best metal CD in years. | 45 stars
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best music i've ever listened to!
adjectives cannot begin the describe this music. the sounds, the words, the music... from voodoo chile to 1983...a merman i should turn to be. i have listened to this cd over and over again and each time - i hear different shounds that i missed the first time. you can absolutely hear jimi's growth from purple haze to electric ladyland.anyone serious about music should own this cd. | 45 stars
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Guns N' Roses
This album was exactly what mainstream rock needed in the late '80s: a kick in the butt. This album brought back all the energy and vitality that was missing from much of the '80s rock, particularly in the world of hard rock. Although the legacy left by Guns N' Roses is somewhat questionable, they deserve more credit for being a true rock n' roll band that wasn't overly concerned with what people though they should do; we definitly need more bands like this. Now it seems that mainstream rock needs another kick in the pants. I wonder if anyone will do it this time. -- 8/13/98 | 45 stars
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Good entree into the world of SHM-CD
If you're like me (god help you) and you found the Led Zeppelin box from Japan that came out two years ago in the SHM-CD format to be lackluster ("overly bright" is the phrase that comes to mind)this classic album by Yes might restore your interest in this format.I won't go into details about the quality of "Close to the Edge"--for those who like 1970s prog-rock you probably already know that this was a high watermark.What you need to know is that the SHM-CD is a revelation. The density of the original production of this album has led to some muddy-sounding Cds in the past, even the domestic releases of the early 2000s. I'm thrilled to say that this problem has been eliminated witht his SHM-CD release.Individual instruments are clearly defined; textures can now be fully appreciated.Further, this disc has an incredibly wide dynamic spectrum--the quiets are ultra-quiet and the louds are very loud (but not distorted). Also, the low-end is just superb. Chris Squire's innovative bass-work, long obscured by muddy mixes, is now glowing, funky, and radiant.Another fun thing I noticed is that Rick Wakeman's stately pipe organ on the title track (long a demonstration disc dating back to the vinyl era) reveals that this disc is not only "wide" in its mix but "tall." The spatial qualities of a church/pipe organ are thrillingly recreated.In summary, give SHM-CD a chance. I picked this up used on the Amazon Marketplace for about $25 and count it a real bargain. In the past I found a Yardbirds SHM-CD ("Little Games") and Emerson, Lake, and Palmer's self-titled debut for good prices ($16 and $40--ouch, that wasn't such a good price, but I do love the album). These are also good examples of how effective and magical the SHM-CD format can be.I can't wait to try out the new SACD SHM-CD format cds but am waiting for prices to come down. In the meantime, you might want to treat yourself to this Yes classic. | 45 stars
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Welcome To Canada!
This band is the very essence of Canada.The Tragically Hip make truly beautiful music and this CD is my personal favourite. For anyone just getting in to them, this is a great CD to start with. The other great introductory albums are Live Between Us (a good sampler plus the Hip are fantastic live), Road Apples (for the older Hip sound) and Trouble At The Henhouse (for "Ahead By A Century" alone).For any existing Hip fan, this CD is an instant classic; a must own. Bobcaygeon is an Ontario anthem never to be surpassed, but every song on this release is a gem, most notably: Thomson Girl, Poets, Emporer Penguin and Travelling Man.If ever anyone, anywhere goes to a cottage, they must bring: 1)Atleast one 2-4 of Canadian (or preferably Alexander Keith's or Moosehead) and 2) this CD. Nothing goes with the stars like a beer and Bobcaygeon. Nothing.I definitely recommend this CD. If you don't like it, ILL give you your money back.**Offer valid for Canadian citizens only. Not valid in Quebec. | 45 stars
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Totally unique. Highly recommended for all.
I've heard most everything Daedelus has done thus far over his short, but prolific career; and I must say, I keep returning to "Invention." It's one of those special albums made from pure inspiration, stunningly realized. High praise? Yes, but deserved. Daedelus is one of the most creative samplers since DJ Shadow. Not that he's stylistically related to DJ Shadow in a big way, but he's something of a genius at taking old recordings and finding fascinating ways to put them together.It's sometimes difficult to tell where the existing recordings leave off and his synthetic backups begin, but in the end it doesn't really matter. It's about creating something new out of something old. I'm continually impressed by the way he's able to fit disparate elements together so well. Even though he periodically finds a less than perfect match and we get a sort of unstable tonal relationship between the two, it's mostly spot on.The most interesting aspect of Invention is that it sounds so different from so much of the electronic music we're used to hearing - even in the realm of the so-called IDM. "Astroboy" has the magical wonder of a children's fairy tale while "Adventees" has a sentimentalism that has just enough irony to avoid coming off as saccharin.Considering how accessible and *fun* this album is, I recommend this to any fan of electronic music. This may also be an way for new listeners to transition into electronic music without diving headfirst in something more challenging like Aphex Twin or Autechre. Check it out, and enjoy. | 45 stars
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Disappointing
As a singer of light classical and pop, I was disappointed to hear Charlotte's progression (digression) from a child prodigy to what amounts to being a pedestrian vocalist. I concur with another reviewer who suggested they should have re-issued her first CD "Voice of an Angel". However even that work could not even hold a candle to 12-year-old Aselin Debison. Charlotte needs to go to a conservatory of music and attempt to recapture whatever she had early on. Prelude can only be interpreted as a prelude to retirement. | 01 star
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This CD is great!!!!!
This is one of the best CD's I've ever listened to in my entire life. I love track 2! Let da monkey out. It's my favorite track. I love the skits on track 5 and 13. They're so great. Tracks 3, 14, and 16 are SO Great as well. Buy this CD! It's worth it! | 45 stars
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3rd review!!!!!
Her third CD brought her back closer to her debut CD. Though like the her second CD this one should have had a few more songs on it. It too needed another great dance song that should have been a single. And as for other songs that should have been released to radio I love " All I've ever wanted" and "Just to hold you once again"Both simple beautiful ballads and all part of my wish for Mariah to have the most #1 songs of all time!!!! What could have been if the label would have spent a little more time in the early stages when she could do no wrong!!! This is a must have CD for everyone!!!! | 45 stars
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Selena Always Will Be The Shinning Star
Since I was in Cuba I heard her music; I felt completely in love and was a fan.I love her music here even more and even I do not now only like many other musicians but still love her music.Her songs are part of my life; I think she alwasy has been.I can't forget who she was and I think all people should be able to recognize her music. | 45 stars
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Sweet sunshine
Mellow Gold is the third best album of the '90s. As great as his post-Mellow Gold work is, Beck's first Geffen album really stands out. Back in 1994, this was a totally fresh sound, melding blues, punk, folk, and hip-hop into one strange, surreal package. Of course, now anybody with two turntables and amicrophone try to ape Beck's sound, but they never come close to what he achieved with Mellow Gold. Overshadowed by the tremendous hit "Loser", there is so much more to be savoured here. The songs are loose, rough around the edges, and damn funny to boot. The sense of sponteneity is really what sets this apart from Beck's other releases. I can honestly say that this album, more than any other, changed how I think about music, what I expect from music, and its brilliance really rendered most of what I had at the time obsolete. | 45 stars
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Best of the Best
This CD is one of their best by far. All my favorite songs are on this. They truly shine through this CD, if your a Less Than Jake fan this is a must buy CD! | 45 stars
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A solid outing for an underrated songbird
It's very puzzling(and dissapointing) to look at the rather lightweight work of Fleetwood Mac during the eighties and then look at how strong their solo material turned out to be...call it inflated egos, whatever you will, it's pretty unfornuate. When comparing her work from Mirage, the work on this solo album proved just how capable Christine Mcvie was as a songwriter. With help from some of the biggest names in the industry, Chris shines on such tracks as "Love Will Show Us Show", "The Challenge", "The Smile I Live For", "One In A Million", and her top-ten hit "Got A Hold On Me" which would have fit perfectly on Mirage. She also brings back alot of those wonderful blues sensibilties that had been missing from the group for some times. There are few duds,however, like "So Excited", which comes of as being a bit too sachirine. Still, nothing is less than pleasent, although admittedly these songs would sound even better being flanked by Lindsey Buckingham's off-kilter pop paranoia and Stevie Nicks's folkie mysticsm. Those clamoring for a new Christine Mcvie project will be happy to know that she is in the process of releasing a new album in the near future(although I'd personally prefer to see her back with Fleetwood Mac...). If you're really looking for something to do, take the best tracks from Lindsey Buckingham's "Law and Order" and "Go Insane", Stevie Nicks's "Bella Donna" and "Wild Heart", and this album, mix 'em around a bit...and voila! You have the long-lost (and rightful) Fleetwood Mac albums of the 1980's.Other recommendations: By Fleetwood Mac: Fleetwood Mac, Rumours, Tusk, Mirage,Penguin,Tango In The Night, Mystery To Me, Heroes Are Hard To Find, Future Games,Bare Trees,Say You Will, Live, Then Play On.By Lindsey Buckingham: Law And Order, Go Insane, Out of the Cradle.By Stevie Nicks: Bella Donna, The Wild Heart, Trouble in Shangri-La.By Christine Mcvie: The Christine Perfect Album...it's very hard to find, and not available on cd...but it's pure blues and shows what Christine can really do by herself. | 34 stars
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A Beautiful Recording
Big Head Todd is a hard band to describe. I've seen them live a few times, and have several of their albums, and I still can't do it. For me, this is the album that will always define them. It is a collection of great songs, played in a intimate setting, with a an affectionate energy that seems to be aimed right at the soul. I love this album, and I am sure that I always will. | 45 stars
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Amazing
Rita Springer is my favorite worship leader. This cd is an incredible buy. Make sure you get the double cd and not the single...Amazing songs and worship | 45 stars
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More Like A Field Goal
An inoffensive and unadventurous offering. Reduces jazz to the level of background music. Pleasant to hear, but you often forget he's there. Consider punting this one out of bounds. | 23 stars
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the first bad clash album
This album is a critics' darling, and perhaps the most overrated album of the rock era. It would have made a decent single album, but as a double, it's like sitting through a bad movie. Part of the problem is that the first Clash album truly is one of the greatest rock albums of all time. Even "Give 'Em Enough Rope," which often gets bad reviews, is a great record. By the time LC came out, the Clash were billing themselves as "the only band that matters," and critics were accepting it as fact. This albums makes it sound as if the Clash were buying a little too heavily into it, too. It is a major dropoff from their earlier work and even when viewed on its own, LC is an uneven, uninspired effort. While it's often named as one of the top albums of all time, it wasn't even one of the best albums released at its time.This was the really the first chink in the armor of the Clash, and they continued losing steam as they went on.Songs like "Koka Kola," "Four Horsemen," "Death or Glory," and "Right Profile" are so tedious that you have to wonder if the Clash believed they could do no wrong. I can't listen to them anymore. The title cut, "Spanish Bombs," "Revolution Rock," and a few others are superb. Some are just filler. The rest are definitely not 5-star songs.This would have been about a 4-star album had it been a single album. As it is, the only reason I can see that it got such rave reviews is that the critics were trying to make up for having overlooked the Clash when they were truly great.Buy the first two Clash albums instead, borrow this one from a friend and burn the good cuts. You'll be able to pick them out easily enough. | 01 star
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excellent
this CD has a great mix of contemporary and traditional gospel music. i lost the casette many years ago and just HAD to get one of the songs. "I Found God" is one of the best.I guess it's no longer in print and hard to find, but it was well worth the extra money for me. | 34 stars
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Absolutely essential
I had the chance to discover Wire in 1977 with their first album Pink Flag and to see them live in 78 just after the release of Chairs missing. Though I had already heard and seen many bands at that time, they were far above everything I had known earlier, propelling an emotional density, intensity, inventivity and diversity that few bands ever matched since. "154" is my favourite album of all times. It is just PERFECT. SIMPLE. RIGHT. WONDERFUL. Besides the great contribution of each of the 4 members of the band, the incredible lyrics and the soul-moving music, the producer's (Mike Thorn) touch is just admirable. I must have listened to this album way more than a thousand times and bought it 20 times or more to offer it to friends. "154" is the peak of the trilogy of a perfect band catching and amplifying the essence of modern music. Everybody should have this record. | 45 stars
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Richard Marx
Their nothing else to say here. The man is a legend. One of the best singer/songwriters in the business today. | 45 stars
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This CD is absolutely Suberb !
When I bought this CD I was completely satisfied as it was well worth the money I paid for it. FALLING, IF, CRASHING, DROWN and ALIVE are the best. The other songs are equally good. If you like industrial, then this CD is the one for you | 45 stars
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The Begining of a Great Band
One of the best things about collecting everything a favorite band has done is hearing the evolution from the rough, early days to the tight, polished band of now. This record definately falls into the 'early days' category-it alomst sounds like a demo. There are early versions of the songs "I Still Love You Juile" and "Walking is Still Honest", tunes they later evolved on their classic album "Reinventing Axl Rose". These versions are rough, jagged, and much like the rest of this record, infused with heart, intensity, and love for the music. "What We Worked For" features lyrical reflection on the love of touring and community. This band never fails to make me want to pack my car, grab my friends, and hit the road. "Y'all Don't Wanna Step to Dis" and "Impact" are frentic, fast paced punk tunes with socially concious lyrics. The record closes with the country-inspired punk song "Burn". Johnny Cash fans will hear the Man in Black's influence on this tune-not that that's a bad thing. This song will get you going-it's great played at loud volumes with your friends in the room and a drink in your hand. Great little punk EP-I would recommend it to anyone who likes heartfelt music. However, if you're a fan of the band you absolutely need this album--as Mikey said in "The Goonies": "It all starts here". | 45 stars
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Britney DOES IT AGAIN! :)
Britney Spears new album does show that Yes, she can do it again! Britney works with a lot of big time song writers and producers. Shania Twain writes four songs for Britney Including ''Dont Let Me Be The Last To know'', ''Lucky'', ''Dont Go Knockin On My Door'' and ''Dear Diary''. Britney also co wirtes two songs on this record with ''Dear Diary'' and ''Stronger''. This album is like a mariah carey album..its so personal and it tells a story if you listen closley enough. When you get this album...you will be amazed that there is a secret track after Dear Diary...the song is called ''Sunflower'', this song was writen by Mairah Carey, this song is a cute personal song..its about a girl who begins to bloosom into a star....its a great song. Get this album you wont be mad! Britney sohws us all that she is a STAR....and she will be around for a long time. | 45 stars
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...and after having listened to it for the 5 gillianth time.... to me it's their harmonizing that's incredible!!!
The Beatles have some great harmonizations on this album.. I think that's really in my mind, so incredibly unique.. what an amazing album!! | 45 stars
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Smart, Breezy Set.
It floats in and by before you know it. Tasty, smart, breezy set of tunes. No blasting--just airy, well-paced music. The vocalist wears on me, though. Very light, dry, breathy approach. Not actually singing--at least not in a full voice, but he's mostly the writer so there you go. The guitars are smooth, clean and creative. Nothing crunchy happens until Crossing Line. Middle Night has a Venture's style guitar intro. Exact To Me is bubbling with great changes in the middle. Left On has a bigger sound and stepped up pace. Sounds like a squealing guitar in there--that's more like it. Maybe my favorite on the album. There are also sophisticated electronics. I don't see how any modern bands can get along without them. I mean, forty years ago there were thousands upon thousands of songs held together by Hammond B3s and Moog. You might be tempted to call this fluff, but it's too artful. Repeated listens are the deal. Even if you are the only one in your crowd listening, this is cool and cruising. | 34 stars
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Awsome...
This is one of Tiesto's best works... Though its still continues the ISOS 4's soft melodic trance, its a little harded though and upbeat... CD 1 starts off slow and up till track 5 (Fonzarelli - Moonlight Party) the beat seems to be building up, like climbing a mountian side... and then at track six (Leama & Moor - Everything Matters (Matthew Dekay Remix)) you can tell that its getting faster... and by the 5 th minute of this songs you are just expecting the peak and then you see it... or hear it.. and track 7 (Matthew Dekay Vs. Proluctors - Let The Game Begin) starts off with a trudging type beat (keeping it with the mountain climbing)... and in the middle you get to the peak (which is real tight) and then you decend into Karen Overtons Loving arms... and from there on its good music till the end... and cd two is great... more hype and hard... though the general pattern is the same, but it kinda builds up faster than cd 1... and i really don't get reviewers looking for the old tiesto and giving the cd a star... don't listen to em, they are just fat conservatives who are afraid of change... trust me... this cd is tight... | 45 stars
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Great solo CD from Ala Dos Namorados singer
For those who don't know, Nuno Guerreiro is the lead singer for the Portuguese band Ala Dos Namorados (the various artists CD _Music From The Edge Of Europe_ contains one of their songs). Ala Dos Namorados' music is somewhat based on fado, the traditional music of Portugal. Male fado singers sing in a baritone. Gender bending is not encouraged - Amalia Rodrigues, fado's greatest singer and a woman, caused a big stir when she once recorded some fado songs from Coimbra. In Coimbra fado, ONLY men sing. It caused a big stir in Portugal when Ala Dos Namorados put out their first album around 1994 and it turned out that the sweetly voiced female singer was actually a male - Nuno Guerreiro. I've never heard a male able to sing so convincingly like a woman. Nuno's voice was particularly well-received in Japan, which led to this solo album. The songs, the majority of which are in English, are mostly old standards arranged for strings, woodwinds and his voice. I bought this expecting very little, but I thought I would get it just because I like Ala Dos Namorados. I was really surprised at how good this is. The arrangements are superb and Nuno's voice is well showcased. Standout tracks include "Amazing Grace", "Amapola", "When The Saints Go Marching In" and a remake of Ala Dos Namorados' great song "O Sul". I had never heard "Amapola" before, but I found out it's an old standard. After hearing Nuno sing it, I can't imagine anyone else singing it. It reminds me somewhat of some of Natalie Cole's work starting with _Unforgettable_. If you're a fan of this type of music, you're sure to like this one. This is a CD I will be listening to for a long time to come. EMI has sadly chosen not to make any of Ala Dos Namorados' albums available in the U.S., but if you like this CD, their 5 releases to date are: Ala Dos Namorados; Por Minha Dama; Alma; Solta Se O Beijo; and Cristal. | 45 stars
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