Resort Music [Import]

1. Japanese Title

2. Canal Tune

3. Birth Of Sigh

4. Waltz In Blue

5. Coati's Nap

6. Tiny Lips

7. Japanese Title

8. Japanese Title

9. General Trend

10. Home Song

11. Watchdog In The Afternoon

12. Water Fall

13. Japanese Title

14. Japanese Title

15. Bamboo Chair

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Average customer rating: gowyo Seriously... Hawaiian for the World Israel heard in a different light Very positive CD

Wonderful World Israel Iz Kamakawiwo'ole Manufacturer: Mountain Apple Company HAWAII & Big Boy Record Company ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Hawaii | Pacific Islands | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Facing Future Ka 'Ano'i Alone in IZ World In Dis Life IZ in Concert: The Man and His Music ASIN: B000P1YM2G Release Date: 2007-06-26

Tracks:

1. What a Wonderful World
2. 'Ama 'Ama
3. Henehene Kou 'Aka
4. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
5. Morning Dew
6. White Sandy Beach
7. Kaleohano
8. Ka Huila Wai
9. 'Opae E
10. Ke Alo O Iesu
11. 'Ulili E
12. A Hawaiian Like Me

Customer Reviews:

gowyo.......2007-07-13

I was anxious to purchase this CD, after reading about the technology, etc., used to produce this CD. I like the overall quality of the product, but did not appreciate the fact that the "Ahi wela" verse was left out of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!", the verse that all of us keiki Hawaiians heard from our mothers, and memorized as soon as we could sing. Also, leaving "Somewhere over the rainbow" out of "Wonderful World" in my opinion was a huge mistake. But I have the original versions of these songs, so I feel ok about the final product, notwithstanding the comments mentioned above.

Seriously..........2007-07-10

What did I do to deserve this in my recommendations? Was it that foolish purchase in a drunken stupor of those Don Ho albums so long ago? The Zamfir tapes? The Peruvian flute music?

Hawaiian for the World.......2007-07-05

By pairing Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's timeless vocals with orchestral arrangements, producer Jon de Mello clearly seeks to continue the expansion of Hawaiian music's reach in the music industry and with music lovers throughout the world. He has succeeded mightily in allowing more listeners for whom Hawaiian music is an anachronism to appreciate the universal quality of Hawaiian music in general and Israel Kamakawiwo'ole in particular. Israel's voice has never sounded better and as he says, "you'll never meet another Hawaiian like IZ".

Israel heard in a different light.......2007-07-05

This is a nice version of Israel's music heard in a whole different light. My wife and I fell in love with the music of Iz when we married in Hawaii a couple of years ago and I just purchased this for her birthday. I was concerned with the adverse reviews before we'd even heard it, but they did a great job of not overly orchestrating it... it's a different but refreshing remake of some Iz classics and some I've never heard.

Very positive CD.......2007-07-05

It's a very 'up' record with much of Iz's music re-released. They've dressed the songs up a bit with more orchestration, which takes away from the simple beauty of his previous work, but still lovely.

I love his version of "Wonderful World." Louie's is still my favorite, but it's good to hear the song literally go around the world in covers.

Average customer rating: The 70s... The Bee Gees... There's no one without the other Complete BeeGees Bee Gees What more could you ask for? Dollars and (common) cents.

Their Greatest Hits: The Record The Bee Gees Manufacturer: Reprise ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Disco | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Baroque Pop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Saturday Night Fever: The Original Movie Sound Track The Best of KC & the Sunshine Band The Complete Hit Singles ABBA - Gold: Greatest Hits The Mamas & the Papas - Greatest Hits ASIN: B000EXZI0U Release Date: 2006-06-06

Tracks:

1. New York Mining Disaster 1941
2. To Love Somebody
3. Holiday
4. Massachusetts
5. World
6. Words
7. I've Gotta Get A Message To You
8. I Started A Joke
9. First Of May
10. Saved By The Bell
11. Don't Forget To Remember
12. Lonely Days
13. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
14. Run To Me
15. Jive Talkin'
16. Nights On Broadway
17. Fanny (Be Tender With My Love)
18. Love So Right
19. If I Can't Have You
20. Love Me
21. You Should Be Dancing

Tracks:

1. Stayin' Alive
2. How Deep Is Your Love
3. Night Fever
4. More Than A Woman
5. Emotion
6. Too Much Heaven
7. Tragedy
8. Love You Inside Out
9. Guilty -- Barbra Streisand With Barry Gibb
10. Heartbreaker
11. Islands In The Stream
12. You Win Again
13. One
14. Secret Love
15. For Whom The Bell Tolls
16. Alone
17. Immortality
18. This Is Where I Came In
19. Spicks & Specks

Album Description

The individual voices of the legendary Brothers Gibb—Maurice, Barry, and Robin—are each wonderfully distinctive in their own right. In combination, they lock together for extraordinary harmonies, perfectly blending and magically complementing each other. This vocal wizardry is at the heart of their phenomenal success, which spanned five decades and transcended multiple genres with chart-busting glory. From their Beatles-esque `60s roots and the subsequent flowering of their own progressive pop-rock songwriting and performance style through their blue-eyed R&B superstardom and Saturday Night Fever disco-era domination, the Bee Gees constantly evolved and never stopped delivering timeless hits. The trio's beautifully crafted, sonically enchanting work is one of the cornerstones of contemporary popular music, and this hit-packed compilation spotlights their career-spanning best.

Customer Reviews:

The 70s... The Bee Gees... There's no one without the other.......2007-07-05

I cannot imagine my life as teenager in the 70s, without a reference to the Bee Gees music. These guys are great composers and surely, one of the best vocal groups of that era!
This collection has (almost) all of their greatest hits... The most romantic and even the "Disco" ones (how can you mend your broken heart, without dancing 'Stayin' Alive' once again? Come on...!!!)
I suggest you to get this one, unless you're so lucky to get that wonderful 4-CD box collection issued some years ago...

Complete BeeGees.......2007-07-03

Love this CD, it has all of the tunes that I've loved throughout the years. Just what I've been looking for.

Bee Gees.......2007-06-29

Awesome Cd!! Recieved it in record time and has lots of great songs on it!
Thank you!

What more could you ask for?.......2007-06-27

This is about all the BEE GEE's you can handle.It's a great product and if you want a greatest hits disc then get this one.

Dollars and (common) cents........2007-06-14

I'm going to rate this CD based on a $1 per song cost to total cost for the entire CD (Apple and Rhapsody charge $1 per song).
I don't like the "Bee Gees" as a group. However, I do have to admit that a lot of their songs are imbedded in my mind due to TV, radio and even the occasional movie (Saturday Night Fever). The following songs are worth owning because they are a part of our cultural history and to be honest, they are just plain good (I'm not sure how Barry got away with singing like a girl, but so be it): Disc 1: Tracks 2,15,16 & 21. Disc 2: Tracks 1,2,3,4,5,6 & 7. So that's $11 worth of music for $15. The Bee Gee's songs aren't available on iTunes or Rhapsody yet, so it's up to you if you want to part with an additional $4 to get the whole CD. If you are going to buy a Greatest Hits compilation from the Bee Gees, this is the one to get.
Note: Don't forget about the three songs sung by brother Andy Gibb. "I Just Want To Be Your Everything", "Our Love (Don't Throw It All Away)", and "Shadow Dancer". Each of them are available on iTunes for a buck a piece.
Note - The song "Emotion" on Disc 2, one of their best songs, is a remix. How lame.
Hope this helps.
Darium June 2007

Average customer rating: The Greatest Hits Bee Gees album: The Record The BEST of the BeeGees Shows Why The Bee Gees Were So Successful THE BEE GEES AND ALL THEIR GLORY HITS. Great songs by a great group

The Bee Gees - Their Greatest Hits: The Record The Bee Gees Manufacturer: Umvd Labels ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Disco | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Soft Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Baroque Pop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Ultimate Manilow ABBA - Gold: Greatest Hits Elton John - Greatest Hits 1970-2002 Number Ones Saturday Night Fever: The Original Movie Sound Track ASIN: B00005RH91 Release Date: 2001-11-20

Tracks:

1. New York Mining Disaster
2. To Love Somebody
3. Holiday
4. Massachusetts
5. World
6. Words
7. I've Gotta Get A Message To You
8. I Started A Joke
9. First of May
10. Saved By The Bell
11. Don't Forget To Remember
12. Lonely Days
13. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart
14. Run To Me
15. Jive Talkin'
16. Nights On Broadway
17. Fanny Be Tender
18. Love So Right
19. If I Can't Have You
20. Love Me
21. You Should Be Dancing

Tracks:

1. Stayin' Alive
2. How Deep Is Your Love
3. Night Fever
4. More Than A Woman
5. Emotion
6. Too Much Heaven
7. Tragedy
8. Love You Inside Out
9. Guilty
10. Heartbreaker
11. Islands In The Stream
12. You Win Again
13. One
14. Secret Love
15. For Whom The Bell Tolls
16. Alone
17. Immortality
18. This Is Where I Came In
19. Spicks and Specks

Amazon.com

Don't look for a richly illustrated, critical essay-packed hagiography with this 40-track, double-disc overview of the Bee Gees recording career. In typical, telling fashion, the Brothers Gibb have eschewed such exercises in ego inflation and simply let the best of their remarkable body of music speak for itself. Through it all, their familiar voices lock together in the sort of transcendent, seemingly genetic harmony that few singers since the Everly Brothers (early Gibb inspirations) have managed. Beginning with the plaintive 1966 hit "New York Mining Disaster 1941," this set traces the Gibbs' journey from successful Beatles-era balladeers to '70s white R&B gods and the undisputed kings of disco (we're reminded here that their shrewd metamorphosis began with "Nights on Broadway" and "Jive Talkin'"--long before the mega-success of "Saturday Night Fever"). But even as that dance craze faded, again threatening to turn the Bee Gees into pop anachronisms, the Gibbs simply stepped out of the limelight for a while, turning their talents to MOR hit-making for the likes of Samantha Sang, Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand, and Dionne Warwick. Those hits ("Emotion," "Heartbreaker," "Islands in the Stream") are featured here in modern rerecordings by the band, along with the Streisand-Barry Gibb duet, "Guilty." And if the Gibbs haven't had much of an American chart presence in recent years, they remain superstars throughout the rest of the world, a richly crafted pop music presence that simply won't be denied. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

The Greatest Hits Bee Gees album: The Record.......2007-06-16

This is by far THE best compilation of the Bee Gees. It's one of those albums that is a must have of any collection.

The best inclusions in this are: "Spicks & Specks", "Immortality", "Heartbreaker", as well as all the "Saturday Night Fever" classics like "How Deep is Your Love" and "Night Fever". For the hopeless romantics there's even "Guilty", the duet with Barbara Streisand and Barry Gibb. Who could ask for anything more? Not me. This album is great and you should buy it, put it on and you should be dancing.

The BEST of the BeeGees.......2007-04-11

If you love Disco go for it. This is the sound of that age. What is of course amazing is that you can still hear their music on the pop radio stations and not just in the elevator and grocery store.

Great value for your money, 42 hits on two disks. Better than buying the sound track from Saturday Night Fever, as if.. this is the group that defined that movie.

Ok, so I'm not some sophisticated music critic but I grew up humming this stuff and now I use it to cut out the noise at work. Feel good, get up and get working music. What's not to like?

Shows Why The Bee Gees Were So Successful.......2007-03-12

Trivia question: Which three artists had the most #1 songs in the '70's? Elton John, Paul McCartney, and the Bee Gees.

I read a reviewer who suggested they put the older songs on one disc and the disco on the other. One problem is that this is chronological for the most part (though the final track, "Spicks and Specks", was actually an older song), so they needed to do it the way they did to have room for the newer songs.

It includes several covered songs, and most of them were better by the covered artist ("Love Me" and "If I Can't Have You" by Yvonne Elliman and "Emotion" by Samantha Sang are examples). One missing song is "Come On Over", which was a hit by Olivia Newton-John and sang by the Bee Gees on their live album.

My favorite Bee Gee hits were "Fanny (Be Tender With My Love)" and "Tragedy", with "Words", "Lonely Days", "Run To Me", "Jive Talkin'", "Stayin' Alive", :One", and "Spicks & Specks" also being tracks I like.

THE BEE GEES AND ALL THEIR GLORY HITS........2007-03-10

I was just conversing with my new amazon friend Gary G. about the BEE GEES and that I was contemplating on reviewing the BEE GEES compilation album that I'm about to review for you now. Without further delay, it is time for me to review the ultimate BEE GEES compilation album released in 2001. This one's for you Gary.

I will be writing a review on the legendary Two-CD compilation album entitled "THE BEE GEES, THEIR GREATEST HITS, THE RECORD" by one of Rock's greatest legendary bands. I give you one of Australia's many pride and joy's, the one and only, THE BEE GEES. This legendary compilation album was originally released in 2001 on Compact Disc on the Polydor Records label in association with Universal Records, a division of UMG Recordings Inc. and UTV Records. As always, if I hear any new additional information concerning this legendary compilation album or the artist, I will edit this review immediately so that you the consumer will get the best informative and most accurate review possible.

Australia would give Rock n' Roll some of its greatest acts. You have the legendary and beautiful OLIVIA NEWTON JOHN and the hard a*s kicking Rock n' Roll Band AC/DC. But before them, you would have THE BEE GEES to begin the Australian Invasion of the whole world. THE BEE GEES have been in the music business now for well over forty years with worldwide record sales exceeding well over 180 million and still counting. And get this, THE BEE GEES are officially in the TOP 5 MOST SUCCESSFUL RECORDING ARTISTS OF ALL-TIME. THE BEE GEES will forever go down in Rock n' Roll history and be remembered for kicking Disco into high gear and recording some of the greatest Disco songs for the extremely successful groundbreaking movie soundtrack landmark album "SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER" in 1977. To this very day, the "SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER" soundtrack album remains in the Top 3 as the all-time most successful album ever released of its kind. This legendary soundtrack album also remains as one of Rock's greatest achievements and contributions in Rock n' Roll history. What can I say about the Gibb brothers that hasn't already been said. When brothers Barry Gibb on vocals and guitar , Robin Gibb on vocals and the late great Maurice Gibb on vocals, bass, guitar and keyboards joined forces in the 60's, a Rock n' Roll revolution and Corporation was about to be born and take Rock n' Roll by storm. Who would have believed that THE BEE GEES would have been as big and as successful as they became in the 1970's and beyond that would be felt to this very day. You can almost truly say that THE BEE GEES were almost as big as life itself. With that in mind, you can say that THE BEE GEES and MICHAEL JACKSON are the only acts that would ever come close in comparison to the screaming lungs of BEATLEMANIA. Even the youngest brother, the late great ANDY GIBB would enjoy a very successful solo career as one of the greatest teen idols of not just the 70's, but of all-time. ANDY GIBB would record successful hit songs in the 70's such as the incredible "I Just Want To Be Your Everything" and the breathtaking "Shadow Dancing." If that wasn't enough, ANDY would also co-host one of TV's most popular shows in the 70's with MARILYN MCCOO called SOLID GOLD. However, it would be ANDY GIBB'S older brothers that would forever strike gold and give Rock n' Roll some of its greatest hits of all-time. THE BEE GEES have recorded many great albums and have released many great hit singles to back their albums up through the years between the period of 1967 to 2001. This Two-CD set compilation album highlights all of THE BEE GEES great hit singles from that period. In my opinion, this legendary compilation album is a true testament of three extremely talented brothers who dared to change the sound of Rock n' Roll forever and a fine fitting tribute to a great legendary band that was indeed, far ahead of their time.

Now it is time to let THE BEE GEES legendary music speak for itself and do all of the talking. On DISC ONE, this legendary compilation album begins with THE BEE GEES first phase from the 1960's with the rare 60's hit single "New York Mining Disaster 1941," the legendary slow beautiful soothing orchestrated "To Love Somebody," the slow beautiful orchestrated "Holiday," the beautiful breathtaking orchestrated mellow "Massachusetts," the slow beautiful loud and mellow "World," the amazing and incredible smooth orchestrated number "Words," the forever beautiful orchestrated mellow number "I've Gotta Get A Message To You," the beautifully crafted mellow number "I Started A Joke," the beautiful tear drops orchestrated mellow number "First Of May," the rare beautiful mellow orchestrated "Saved By The Bell," the mindblowing rare beautiful orchestrated number "Don't Forget To Remember," the forever BEE GEES trademark 60's mellow Rocker "Lonely Days," the forever slow beautiful orchestrated mellow Rocker and one of my most favorite BEE GEES songs ever, "How Can You Mend A Broken Heart," the slow groundbreaking mellow Rocker "Run To Me," and the hit single that would forever begin the legendary BEE GEES second phase and 70's Disco sound craze, the funkish "Jive Talkin'," the soulful funkish heartfelt "Nights On Broadway," the beautiful mellow "Fanny (Be Tender With My Love)," the forever slow beautiful and mellow and another one of my personal favorites "Love So Right," the original BEE GEES composition that gave Yvonne Elliman her first number one hit, "If I Can't Have You," another one of my personal favorites, the slow beautiful soulful smooth soothing number "Love Me" and the forever BEE GEES trademark Disco classic that would jump start Disco and help contribute in leading John Travolta to unheralded and unmatched stardom, "You Should Be Dancing." END OF DISC ONE.

DISC TWO takes where DISC ONE left off with the lead song that would begin the "SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER" soundtrack and the film, the mighty and incredible in its original long version, "Stayin' Alive," another one of my most dearest and most favorite BEE GEES slow songs ever, the slow and one of the most beautiful breathtaking songs ever, "How Deep Is Your Love," the killer genuine Disco classic from the 1977 "SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER" soundtrack with a pinch of Rock n' roll "Night Fever," another one of my personal favorites, the original BEE GEES song that gave TAVARES another hit that is also included on the soundtrack album, the genuine original and beautiful BEE GEES version of "More Than A Woman," the rare and synthesized filled number that became a hit for SAMANTHA SANG, the groundbreaking sizzler "Emotion," the forever beautiful harmonizing BEE GEES trademark soulful number "Too Much Heaven," the synthesizer filled fast paced "Tragedy," the beautiful harmonizing funkish soulful heartfelt "Love You Inside Out," one of the Top 5 best duets of all-time, the slow and beautiful Barry Gibb/Barbara Streisand love song "Guilty," the well recorded danceable synthesized number "Heartbreaker," the BEE GEES composition that became a successful number one hit for KENNY ROGERS AND DOLLY PARTON, the original BEE GEES version of "Islands In The Stream," the incredible synthesized "You Win Again," the danceable and soulful number "One," the uplifting synthesized "Secret Love," the slow beautiful and well sung "From Whom The Bell Tolls," the slow positive atmospheric acoustic number "Alone," the slow beautiful synthesized number "Immortality," the breathtaking acoustic Rocker "This Is Where I Came In" and the rare 1966 early BEE GEES classic song "Spicks & Specks." WOW! This was sure a long collection to review. May I also add that all three BEE GEES band members contributed beautiful harmonizing vocals which complimented and added more raw and crisp soothing sounds that uplifted and boosted the music to another level. I would like to also add that Barry Gibb's gifted falsetto vocal ranges are the only vocals that I would match next to Brian Wilson of THE BEACH BOYS. It is so amazing listening to all of these legendary songs together in one collection. Listening to these songs is like being in a time capsule in bringing back so many memories from my youth. I can't help but describe their slow songs as being beautiful especially since they truly are. I actually got teary eyed listening to all of the BEE GEES hits and I'm sure it will do the same for all of you too.

Overall, this is one of the Top 5 greatest compilation albums ever assembled together by anyone. In my opinion, if you want to listen to all of THE BEE GEES greatest hits, get this collection, you will listen for yourself how far THE BEE GEES have come a long way and matured with time and age. Their music only improved and kept getting better as time rolled on as this collection will definitely attest to that.

I would like to highly recommend purchasing this legendary compilation album to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. This legendary compilation album has already proven to stand the test of time and will always be around to be enjoyed, appreciated and cherished by everyone for many years to come, NOW AND FOREVER. This is one BEE GEES compilation album that all devout music collector's will not want to be without. However, there are other greatest hits packages by this artist that you might want to research further into and purchase other than or besides this compilation album.

In closing, there are more than 500 cover versions of Gibb songs that have been recorded by other artists. THE BEE GEES would continue to record great albums and release outstanding hit songs throughout their whole glorious career. THE BEE GEES would also play to pack houses with their sold out concerts the world over for many years. With this in mind, all was well in THE BEE GEES world until the unthinkable happened. With the untimely passing of original BEE GEE co-founder and beloved brother Maurice Gibb, THE BEE GEES would lose a very important key role and element in THE BEE GEES sound and music. Listening to their music, it is also very apparent to me that THE BEE GEES music did matter and truly made a difference in my life as well as many other people's lives. In reality, THE BEE GEES will forever live in my heart as those three talented brothers that gave us everything they had and revolutionized the sound of Disco and Rock n' Roll forever in the process. With that, THE BEE GEES will forever leave their mark in Rock n' Roll history and will never be forgotten. So here's to you Barry, Robin and the late great Maurice. Thanks for the wonderful memories. Keep The Faith. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N' ROLL HISTORY," need I say more? Thanks for reading my review and I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it for your reading pleasure. I also hope that you will read all of my other reviews in the near future when time permits. THE BEE GEES FOREVER. R.I.P. MAURICE ERNEST GIBB, Born 22 December 1949, Died 12 January 2003 at age 54. Also R.I.P. ANDREW ROY GIBB, Born 5 March 1958, Died 10 March 1988 at age 30. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever In Rock, John L.

Great songs by a great group.......2007-01-18

If you like the Bee Gees then get it. All their best songs.

Average customer rating: Why not a score?? Look what Spidey caught in his web!! get this track for Wolfmother, Snow Patrol, and Jet Not even worthy of a beer coaster ! I need you to guide me to safety

Spider-Man 3: Music from and Inspired By Original Soundtrack Manufacturer: Record Collection ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Emo | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Soundtracks | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End Spider-Man 2 - Music From And Inspired By Shrek The Third It Won't Be Soon Before Long Favourite Worst Nightmare ASIN: B000NVIXE6 Release Date: 2007-05-01

Tracks:

1. Signal Fire - Snow Patrol
2. Move Away - The Killers
3. Sealings - Yeah Yeah Yeahs
4. Pleased To Meet You - Wolfmother
5. Red River - The Walkmen
6. Stay Free - Black Mountain
7. The Supreme Being Teaches Spider-Man How To Be In Love - The Flaming Lips
8. Scared Of Myself - Simon Dawes
9. The Twist - Chubby Checker
10. Sightlines - Rogue Wave
11. Summer Day - Coconut Records
12. Falling Star - Jet
13. Portrait Of A Summer Thief - Sounds Under Radio
14. A Letter From St. Jude - Wasted Youth
15. Small Parts - The Oohlas

Amazon.com

You know you're dealing with a real blockbuster when the soundtrack is made up not only of rocking tracks, but of rocking tracks that were recorded specifically for the movie instead of being fished out of various preexisting albums. (Okay, except for Chubby Checker's "The Twist"--that one's not hot off the presses.) Such is the power of Spidey that he inspired the likes of Snow Patrol, the Killers, Jet, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Wolfmother--and of course you just have to look at the title of "The Supreme Being Teaches Spider-Man How to Be in Love" to know the song is by the Flaming Lips. The overall mood is less heavy than on the previous soundtrack, with the selection hitting pretty close to an alt-rock bull's eye. Highlights include "Sealings," a return to form for Yeah Yeah Yeahs; the Walkmen's evocative "Red River"; and Jet's "Falling Star," a muscular piece of retro-balladry. Among the oddities are Coconut Records, the new project of actor (and former Phantom Planet member) Jason Schwartzman; its contribution, the lovely "Summer Day," features backup vocals by Kirsten "Mary Jane" Dunst. Still, sometimes a big name is not needed: One of the best tracks, the anthemic "Portrait of a Summer Thief," is by the unsigned (as of this writing) Austin band Sounds Under Radio. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Album Description

The soundtrack includes all-new original songs from established and emerging alt-rock and pop bands, including Snow Patrol, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Jet, The Flaming Lips, Wolfmother, The Walkmen, The Killers and more.

Customer Reviews:

Why not a score??.......2007-07-02

I am so tired of soundtracks only for movies, and not scores. You would expect a movie like this would have even one track of score on the soundtrack. Or even a separate score CD. This is something I will look forward to if it ever happens!!

Look what Spidey caught in his web!!.......2007-06-17

Spiderman 3 is the latest in the hugely successful franchise, and like its predecessors, comes with a great accompanying rock soundtrack with a diverse array of sounds.

In keeping with the darker theme of the story, the songs are more downbeat this time around, comprising mostly new songs (with the exception of Chubby Checker's "The twist").

Opening is Snow Patrol in their typical melancholic sound with "Signal fire" (already a UK top 10 hit).

The Killers get out the buzzing guitars for the upbeat "Move away", which is all things we know and love about them.

Still on the upbeat side of things are "Sealings" by yeah Yeah yeahs (with rough, jagged guitars), the rocking "Pleased to meet you" by Wolfmother, the dance rock "Cut off the top" by Beatsteaks, "Portrait of a summer thief" by Sounds Under Radio, and "Small parts" by The Oohlas (with its sunny, girl group sound).

For ballads, we have "Red river" by The Walkmen, "Stay free" by Black Mountain, the acoustic "Sightlines" by Rogue Wave, the gentle, folk-like "Summer day" by Coconut Records", the jangly "Falling star" by Jet, and "A letter from St Jude" by The Wyds.

Special mention has to be made of two songs; The Flaming Lips give us a Wings-meets-Queen ballad "The Supreme being teaches Spiderman how to be in love" (which manages to name drop Mohammed Ali, and incorporate bits of the Spiderman theme), and the lovely "Scared of myself" (very touching lyrics, - Cause I'm scared, scared of myself without you- dealing with Spidey's fear of losing Mary Jane) by Simon Dawes, who has an incredible voice.

A superb soundtrack!!

get this track for Wolfmother, Snow Patrol, and Jet.......2007-05-24

Okay, so maybe indie rock isn't really my scene; I'm more metal than anything. That's probably why I didn't really like this CD that much. So then why am I giving it four stars? Well, my rating goes from one to three simply because "Signal Fire" by Snow Patrol is on here. Snow Patrol's cut is by far the best song on the CD; I fell in love with it after hearing it in the pre-movie songs when I went to see The Invisible (and Kickin' It Old Skool, and The Hills Have Eyes 2, and...)- but it didn't matter hearing it all those times cause it's an amazing song. The other star boost comes from the inclusion of the tracks from Wolfmother (of whom I am a relatively big fan) and Jet (whom I really started to like after hearing their song "Hold On", from the Spider-Man 2 soundtrack. The movie was SOOOO much better than the soundtrack and I would have already given it away if it weren't for Snow Patrol, Wolfmother, and Jet. If you're fans of those bands, give it a shot. If not, then you really shouldn't waste your time buying it. One final note, the soundtrack really should have included either the acoustic version or the regular rock version of Breaking Benjamin's "The Diary of Jane"; it would have fit perfectly with the movie themes.

Not even worthy of a beer coaster !.......2007-05-22

Ok a got this CD free from a radio station giveaway. I tried to listen to 30 secs of each song but soon i had gotten to the end of the CD. I quickly removed the CD and threw it out of my window. It SUCKS!!! If you're intrested in purchasing this CD don't bother, there is a free one on HWY 17 near Charleston SC!!!!

I need you to guide me to safety.......2007-05-16

I don't know who chooses the soundtracks for movies, or how they select appropriate music. Not every film can have a Zach Braff.

But whoever did it for the megablockbuster "Spiderman 3," they have some GREAT taste in music. Rather than scrabbling for some MTV hits, the soundtrack is graced with some genuinely wonderful music -- blazing blurry hard-rockers, lush Britpop, and mellow balladry. It's more a clever rock mixtape than a soundtrack.

It kicks off with Snow Patrol's "Signal Fire," a blend of blazing guitar and lushly swirling instrumentation. The Scotrockers really shine in this one, straddling the line between Britpop and energetic rock'n'roll. "In the confusion and the aftermath/You are my signal fire/The only resolution and the only joy/Is the faint spark of forgiveness in your eyes..."

It's followed up by some hard-rocking stuff -- the Killers have a high-octane "Move Away," the Yeah Yeah Yeahs provide the sizzling "Sealings," and the glorious Wolfmother takes the hard-rock thing even further with the deliciously sludgy "Pleased to Meet You," which is a great introduction to the band.

Then with a epic grimy rocker by the Walkmen (complete with yowling), we segue into some softer material -- Black Mountain provides a beautifully sweeping folksy-rock ballad, Jet's bluesy rocker, Simon Dawes wails that he is "Scared of Myself," Rogue Wave strolls through shimmering indiepop, and Sounds Under Radio turns on the swirling, cycling electric guitars in a soaring ballad.

And with a title like "The Supreme Being Teaches Spider-Man How To Be In Love," it's pretty obvious that the Flaming Lips are involved. Their song is really lovely, with a "Soft Bulletin" softness and beauty.

The soundtrack for the first two "Spiderman" movie had one or two good songs per album (Aerosmith!) by an accomplished band, but most of the songs were by a wretched wad of trendy pop-rockers like Maroon 5, Yellowcard and the Ataris. So I can be forgiven for expecting the worst in the third movie's soundtrack.

Fortunately, I was wrong. The third movie's soundtrack is just crammed with great bands, many of whom are still unknown to the mainstream (Black Mountain, anyone?). There are one or two bumpy patches -- Coconut Records's smug-sounding ballad mellows me into a stupor -- but most of the songs have the feeling of a mix CD you burn for an indie friend, to introduce them to some great music.

And many of the songs fit together well -- many of these songs have cycling, blurry guitars and a slightly grimy sound, and though few of them sound alike, they complement one another. And some of them fit the themes of the music well -- "Signal Fire" and "Scared of Myself" seem like perfect reflections of Peter Parker's feelings in the movie.

The soundtrack for "Spiderman 3" is not only a wonderful soundtrack, but a solid collection of brilliant alternative rock'n'roll. After the awful "Spiderman 2" soundtrack, this is a blessing.

Average customer rating: Fading like The Beatles on "Hey Jude." Buy it, but not for the bonus tracks ELO's Answer To REVOLVER, Made Even Better Through Digital Remastering 5 stars isnt enough...how about all the stars in the sky for this masterpiece A CLASSIC RECORD

A New World Record Electric Light Orchestra Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Face the Music On the Third Day Out of the Blue Eldorado ELO II ASIN: B000F8O4DQ Release Date: 2006-09-12

Tracks:

1. Tightrope
2. Telephone Line
3. Rockaria!
4. Mission (A World Record)
5. So fine
6. Livin' Thing
7. Above The Clouds
8. Do Ya
9. Shangri-La
10. Telephone Line (Different Version)
11. Surrender
12. Tightrope (Instrumental Rough Mix)
13. Above The Clouds (Instrumental Rough Mix)
14. So Fine (Instrumental Rough Mix)
15. Telephone Line (Instrumental)

Customer Reviews:

Fading like The Beatles on "Hey Jude.".......2007-05-16

Jeff Lynne is a master tunesmith who was always finding ways to expand his pop aspirations within his classical vision. The terrific prog-rock of "Fire On High" and the symphonic scope of "Eldorado" were just the preludes to the pop nuggets that surfaced on "A New World Record." I always considered this Lynne's most Beatlesque album, from the John Lennon style of "Mission" to the homage at the end of "Shangri-La," Lynne was realizing his rock and roll dreams.

This was also the ELO album that contained a rock classic, as Lynne resurrected "Do Ya" from his days with the move. Containing one of the greatest rock riffs every deployed from the radio, its timelessness is measured by the fact that it still shows up as an attention grabber for advertisements. (Yes, we boomers are getting old...) Along with that rock chestnut, there are also a pair of huge hit singles, "Living Thing" and the sublime "Telephone Line." "Telephone Line" even became the anchor for a Randy Newman satire on the band (on his CD, "Born Again"). It's also the moment that the flying ELO logo was introduced, an icon that is recognizable to this day.

To that end, this is a classic album from Electric Light Orchestra. The remastering may just be the best of all the ELO re-issues, since the older CD always sounded flat and muffled to these ears. Now the string pop and swirl like they never did before (or at least since my album was retired), and especially evident on the opening of "Tightrope." (I find little to recommend concerning the bonus tracks, however.) If this was one of your AM Radio guilty pleasures in the seventies or if (like me) you blasted this out of your car stereo through 76-77, you're going to have to reset "A New World Record."

Buy it, but not for the bonus tracks.......2007-03-02

This album is a masterpiece for anyone with both ears open to true beauty. Forget coolness--this ain't necessarily cool music. You may actually be embarrassed to tell others that you like ELO. But that's OK! Close the door, put on your headphones, and enjoy the rich guilty pleasures of A New World Record.

That being said, I was expecting a lot more from the bonus tracks. They're moderately interesting, but mostly amount to little more than the same tracks with the vocals subtracted. Granted, the way these great tunes were arranged is magical, but you can hear that with the vocals anyway. Where are the alternate mixes?

I have my doubts about "Surrender", the only unreleased track from the album. This sounds like it's been processed quite a bit in the studio; doesn't sound like 1976 to me. Not a standout track anyway.

Sound quality: great.

No home should be complete without it.

ELO's Answer To REVOLVER, Made Even Better Through Digital Remastering .......2007-02-22

Just as ELDORADO is ELO's SGT. PEPPER, FACE THE MUSIC their RUBBER SOUL, and OUT OF THE BLUE their WHITE ALBUM, A NEW WORLD RECORD is their REVOLVER. This album is a great blend of hard rock, pop, and classical, with highlights being "Livin' Thing", "Telephone Line", "So Fine", and "Do Ya"; however, there's other great stuff on this CD as well, and the bonus cuts help provide a window into the creative process behind ELO's best work.

5 stars isnt enough...how about all the stars in the sky for this masterpiece.......2007-02-08

Perfect pop...PERFECT..in every way. Still blows todays bands out of the water into thier peasant status where they belong. Because this is ELOS best record. And I can say that because I have heard every ELO release and this is by far thier best body of work. The songs are so good that as soon as they end you cant wait to hear them again..and again...and again.

If you are a fan of pop you cannot..I must stress this loud and clear..YOU CANNOT BUY A BETTER ALBUM IN THE GENRE THAN THIS RECORD...so dont think...just buy..hit the add to cart button. Oh and the new tracks added are all awesome. Espeically Surrender...YOUR STILL READING?? Your missing out..click add to cart.

A CLASSIC RECORD.......2007-01-27

This a great masterpiece from ELO. Great song writing, great sound, it's just fantastic! I love listening to this and with the great re-mastering, so wonderful! This is the album that really cemented the ELO sound and made the world take notice how such a great sounding, original band, like no other then or since, ELO really is. That's why I love listening to them so much. I highly recommend this re-mastered cd!
Highlights: "TIGHTROPE","TELEPHONE LINE","SO FINE","LIVIN' THING","ABOVE THE CLOUDS" and the bonus "SURRENDER"

Average customer rating: Big Star is a big influence Behind the Myth and the Legend, Two Fine Rock Albums a word about hype... Important and overlooked classic rock release more enticing as a twofer. Pleasing Power Pop

#1 Record/Radio City Big Star Manufacturer: Fantasy ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Proto Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Power Pop | Rock | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Third/Sister Lovers I Am the Cosmos Bandwagonesque In Space Let It Be ASIN: B000000XHA Release Date: 1992-06-10

Tracks:

1. Feel
2. The Ballad Of El Goodo
3. In The Street
4. Thirteen
5. Don't Lie To Me
6. The India Song
7. When My Baby's Beside Me
8. My Life Is Right
9. Give Me Another Chance
10. Try Again
11. Watch The Sunrise
12. St 100/6
13. O My Soul
14. Life Is White
15. Way Out West
16. What's Going Ahn
17. You Get What You Deserve
18. Mod Lang
19. Back Of A Car
20. Daisy Glaze
21. She's A Mover
22. September Gurls
23. Morpha Too
24. I'm In Love With A Girl

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A two-for-one combo of the first two Big Star albums (they only recorded three). Heard side by side, #1 Record and Radio City only add further testament to Big Star's seminal greatness. On the first album, Chris Bell and Alex Chilton share songwriting credit, though each brings a remarkably different sensibility to the band: Bell creates pure pop nuggets ("Feel") while Chilton swaggers with reckless melancholy ("Ballad of El Goodo," "Thirteen."). After Bell's departure, Chilton took control of the helm for Radio City, and what a ride it is. While not abandoning Bell's penchant for pop, Radio City careens wildly through some of the most exhilarating music ever created, from the rave-up opener, "O My Soul," to the pure pop masterpiece "September Girls" to the whimsical ditty "I'm in Love with a Girl." It's too bad that Big Star didn't create more albums, but thank God they made the ones they did. --Tod Nelson

Customer Reviews:

Big Star is a big influence.......2007-07-09

R.E.M. and Cheap Trick are but 2 artists that have been influenced by Big Star. This cd includes their 2 best albums. Highly recommended for fans of Badfinger, the Raspberries, and of power pop in general.

Behind the Myth and the Legend, Two Fine Rock Albums.......2007-06-01

Before irony was sooooo cool, the band headed by Alex Chilton and Chris Bell revelled in it. They took their name from a grocery store chain, not from some false impression that they were or would become Big Stars. (Though Chilton had sung lead on the #1 single "The Letter" five years earlier.) And while the name of their debut could be taken to mean just that - as in record number one - they came nowhere near having a hit record, let alone a #1 Record. Chilton and Bell shared songwriting credits on this album, but generally the songs were written by one or the other. The first four songs on #1 Record make the difference in their styles abundantly clear. Bell's pop supernova "Feel" is answered by Chilton's soul-searching but hopeful "The Ballad of El Goodo". Bell strikes back with the power pop of "In the Street", only to be countered with Chilton's ode to pubescence, "Thirteen". Although Alex Chilton is the better remembered one, as he remained in the band for all three albums, it is obvious on this record that the band belonged equally to both of them. Before the end of the disc's first half, however, comes "The India Song". This has always been one my favorite tracks on #1 Record, but I only recently learned that it was written by bassist Andy Hummell. (This, coupled with drummer Jody Stephens "For You" on Third/Sister Lovers, demonstrated the rhythm section members were just as capable of writing a Big Star-quality song.) There is plenty of excellent but modest electric guitar on #1 Record, especially the in-your-face riffing of "Don't Lie To Me" and the wah-wah solo on "When My Baby's Beside Me". The second half of the record, however, consists of mainly acoustic numbers, which are at least every bit as fine as the album's rockers. A highlight among these tracks is "Watch The Sunrise". With the trading acoustic guitars before the lyrics begin, this 3:41 song is a bit of a mini-suite. The titles are indicative of the pensive nature of these songs. For example, a track called "Give Me Another Chance" is followed by one called "Try Again".

Bell had left Big Star after #1 Record, but did put in a few appearances on the follow-up, Radio City. (Once again, that title conjures up images of stardom that was not to be.) Chilton did most of the writing himself, with Hummell co-writing several songs and contributing another of his own compositions, the excellent "Way Out West". This album contains Big Star's best-known song, "September Gurls". I will admit that I find Radio City to be less that totally brilliant, but surely I will concede that this is the greatest power pop song ever, right?. Well, no, actually. Yes, it features all of the essential elements of a great pop song: tender but rocking guitar, a strong bass line, nonsense lyrics, and cherub-like vocals. However, there is another song by a different band that mix these element in an even more perfect blend. I have said it before, I say it now, and I will say it again in the future: the greatest power pop song ever is "Shake Some Action" by The Flamin' Groovies. But of course, this doesn't make "September Gurls" any less of a song. It is the best song on the album and the reason why Big Star has the reputation as a pop band that it does. "You Get What You Deserve" and "Back of a Car" certainly don't hurt, and "What's Going Ahn" and "I'm In Love With a Girl" recall the pensive moments from #1 Record.

Big Star has been described as the quintessential American power pop group and the quintessential cult band. I am not sure that any artist can be considered quintessential in either of these categories, particularly power pop, whose quintessence is better defined by songs than by bands. Granted, Big Star's potency in this genre is obvious on these albums. However, that they were more than just a power pop band is evidenced by the fact that their influence was equally strong on both brooding alternative rock and radio-friendly indie pop. For this reason, I believe that it is Third/Sister Lovers that makes the single best case for Big Star as a great and influential band. Alas, Chris Bell can't get any credit for that. But I do consider #1 Record to be the better of their first two albums, and for that he deserves a lot of credit. Having #1 Record and Radio City on a single disc makes having both of them more worthwhile, and avoiding getting bogged down in the legend of these recordings allows two very fine individual albums to rise to the surface.

a word about hype..........2007-05-11

sorry if im stating the obvious, but please, remember that hype is not necessarily synonymous with "god-like" qualities, so to speak...it begins as a means to steer people towards a product...and honestly, with all the initial distribution problems involved, and their influential sound, big star deserved all the hype that they could get... unlike the typical kind of modern-day hype that originates from record company executives.

yes, i think there are a few songs on these albums that are pretty mediocre...standard classic rock music from the early 70s... plenty of it on the second half of "#1 record", actually... not bad stuff by any means, but certainly not justifying any kind of hype in my book. BUT, any songs as beautiful, amazing, passionate, melodic, as "ballad of el goodo","thirteen","back of a car", "september girls", etc.etc.etc... deserves to be heard by everyone... so there you go. good music is good music no matter what, and im thankful that the hype was there so i could find my way to these two amazing albums.

Important and overlooked classic rock release more enticing as a twofer. .......2007-04-20

When put together, the first two of Big Star's few noteworthy albums in a brief career seems essential to any classic rock purist, although casual listeners may find some material more stale then the legendary album's reputation may suggest. Make no mistake, right away the band proves what they are capable of with a great one-two punch..Sadly though, few songs on #1 Record rise to the emotional highs and thoughtfully composed flow of The Ballad Of El Goodo. Most play out more as well constructed, but evidently so, rock and pop which in ways pays worthy tribute to some of the better constructed British rock at the time but rarely transcends their construct like that second track does so well. Showing an utter confidence in the largely acoustic playing though, it seems clear why even half an idea from the Bell and Chilton pairing offered such memorable potential and puzzles as to why commercial success did not follow.

As satisfying as # 1 may be, Radio City takes the cake for me, only cementing Alex Chilton's status as a one man riff machine of brilliance. His leads are more focused here, and some of his power-pop musings are amongst histories shining examples. A worthy purchase for anyone wanting a fun, at times inspired musical history of electric guitar from an underrated mainstay.

Pleasing Power Pop.......2007-03-31

#1 Record/Radio City is a really fun two-fer album featuring Big Star's first two albums. Big Star first formed in 1971. Band members include the songwriting duo of Chris Bell and Alex Chilton, as well as Andy Hummel and drummer Jody Stevens. They released their debut - #1 Record in 1972.
This is a wonderful pristine power pop punch of an album! Filled with happy sunny bliss harmonies. Radio City is a bit slowed down and quieter, but both together go really well. Although these albums didn't sell well and the band fell into obscurity.
If there are any fans of Teenage Fan Club, Velvet Crush or even R.E.M.- (just about any band who sings sweet sad songs, may have been inspired)You may LOVE Big Star - This is one of the first who entered into the power-pop genre. Although Chris Bell and Alex Chilton did model themselves after John Lennon & Paul McCartney.
Such a fun two-fer to listen to, and a total of 24 songs at 73 minutes- I just love it! - 5 stars

Average customer rating: Diversity for the maturing Classic Rock audiophile Hearing is believing Real Live-F Marino and Mahogany Rush Speachless Amazing!

Real Live Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush Manufacturer: Just a Minute Record ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Live Albums | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush Live Double Live Robin Trower - Living Out of Time: Live Living Out of Time: Live Got Blooze ASIN: B00063X3J6 Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

1. Voodoo Chile
2. ...Something's Comin' Our Way (Excerpt)
3. He's Calling
4. Red House
5. Guitar Prelude to a Hero
6. ...Stories of a Hero
7. Poppy
8. ...She's Not There
9. ...Crossroads
10. ...She's Not There (Return)
11. ...Poppy (Return)

Tracks:

1. Let There Be
2. ...Strange Universe
3. ...Ode to Creation
4. ...Strange Universe
5. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
6. ...Ain't Dead Yet
7. ...Slippin' and Slidin'
8. ...Back to the Hall
9. ...Two 'N' Four (Just Joshin')
10. Avalon
11. ...Rumble 'N' Roll (For Pete's Sake)
12. ...Jazzed a Moment
13. ...Tales of the Unexpected
14. ...Return to Avalon
15. Rattle of Sabres
16. Electric Reflections of War
17. ...Aftermath
18. ...the World Anthem
19. ...A Prayer for Peace
20. Over the Rainbow
21. Try for Freedom

Customer Reviews:

Diversity for the maturing Classic Rock audiophile.......2007-07-16

I'm usually the last in line when it comes to live albums, and overly long performances with few lyrics and covers sound like bad ideas, too. But these guys pull it off with a nuanced, sublime style that just sounds oh so great!

You don't get a second chance to create a first impression, so start with "Red House" (Jimi Hendrix), where borrowing from jazzy George Benson ("On Broadway") brings the crowd to life for the first of many times.

It's not a bang-you-over-the-head albums, but it does get my highest recommendation for the maturing Classic Rock fan with adequate audio equipment - don't forget to set your equalizer to flat.

Hearing is believing.......2007-06-22

If you haven't been blown away be a great live album since the Allman Bros. at Filmore East, or Hendrix' Band of Gypsies, or even Santana's Moonflower then it's time you got this.

Just look at all the positive feedback below!

Real Live-F Marino and Mahogany Rush.......2007-05-12

Breathless!! That's how this recording leaves you. Like a master painter this group leaves deft touches on their musical canvas. There is no lover of classic rock that can sit through "Poppy" and not be moved. Both a homage to those who tread before them and an innovative guitar tour de force; this cut alone makes the disc worthwhile.

Speachless.......2007-05-09

I've never heard anything like this. A guitarscape of three dimensional presentation that is unforgettable. Frank makes his guitar speak like a living, breathing thing. It's as if his guitar is a part of his body. After listening to these CD's I had to just sit and wait until I could bring myself back from the mind trip that Frank had taken me. This rendition of "He's Calling" is astonishing. Simply astounding. You want entertainment? Well let me tell you, this is it. I said it before and I'll say it again. I've never heard anything like this.

Amazing!.......2007-04-13

if you were to take all of the following guitarists; hendrix, stevie ray, satriani, vai, malmsteen, clapton, roy buchanan, duane allman, tony macalpine, santana, frusciante, gary moore, eric johnson, et. al., and combined them into just one guitarist, the end result would be something very close to frank marino. beautiful melodies and gorgeous tone? it's here. psychadelic, overdriven, blues/rock on par with anything you've heard? it's on here. blistering, cutting edge guitar, in the same vein as vai, satch, etc.? it's here. the man simply encompasses all of it in a way that no other single guitarist, that i am aware of, does. this cd is incredible in its scope. parts of it will make the hair on your arms stand up. parts of it will touch you deep in your soul and may even move you to tears. there are other times when all you can do is shake your head in disbelief and laugh. amazingly gifted musician.

Average customer rating: Chan the (Wo)man Marshal makes another hit! melancholy Lover her or hate her GREAT VOICE! She can't play, but she can sure sing

The Covers Record Cat Power Manufacturer: Matador Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Singer Songwriters | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Myra Lee Dear Sir Fox Confessor Brings the Flood The Reminder Springtime Can Kill You ASIN: B00004NHDY Release Date: 2000-03-21

Tracks:

1. (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction
2. Kingsport Town
3. Troubled Waters
4. Naked If I Want To
5. Sweedeedee
6. In This Hole
7. I Found A Reason
8. Wild Is The Wind
9. Red Apples
10. Paths Of Victory
11. Salty Dog
12. Sea Of Love

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Chan Marshall devised the Cat Power moniker in order to put a degree of separation between herself and the often-twisted individuals who inhabit her songs. Here, she takes another step back while also taking a step forward. As the album title indicates, these are covers of other people's songs. Yet she sings them with no less intensity than if they were her own. Mick Jagger may have snarled the definitive "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," but Marshall takes a different tack. She removes the chorus and returns it as elegant slow blues. The Velvet Underground's "I Found a Reason" becomes a near-wordless cry. She relies only on her sufficient guitar picking and likeably amateurish piano tinkling, creating an isolated web not unlike that of Neil Young at his most deserted. Most appropriately, she covers "Red Apples" by Smog, whom she resembles in approach. Obscure (traditional and early) Bob Dylan, Nina Simone, and Michael Hurley tunes complement the bruised but not buried surroundings. --Rob O'Connor

Customer Reviews:

Chan the (Wo)man Marshal makes another hit! .......2007-06-12

The Covers Record is an album that is typical Cat Power: subtle melodies underneath Chan Marshal's quiet, yet powerful vocals. I would venture to say that this is one of the most unique albums of covers that anyone will come across.

melancholy.......2007-01-12

I love this album. Her renditions of these classics are so unique to her style and melancholic. I love it.

Lover her or hate her.......2007-01-12

Chan seems to have the type of voice you love or hate; kind of like Bjork or JoAnna Newsom.

Put me in the love camp.

I'm listening to Covers right now, and let me say that the song "Naked If I Want to Be" is simply jaw-droppingly awesome. How can someone express such true, naked (no pun intended) emotion?

Truly incredible.

GREAT VOICE!.......2006-11-04

She has an excellent voice. Not typical. She does a great job of covering all of the songs!

She can't play, but she can sure sing.......2006-09-03

If you've been listening to the Cat Power album, The Greatest, you'll know that Chan Marshall makes a superb blues singer. The Covers Record, a likable collection of cover songs recorded in the late 1990s, serves as a nice introduction to Marshall's blues/folk singing style. There is no backup band on this stripped down album, only Marshall's voice and one other instrument per song. Spare, but it gets the job done.

Some reviewers have fawned over her version of the Stones classic "Satisfaction." I'm okay with that, but I'm considerably more enchanted by "Salty Dog," the country blues standard made famous by Mississippi John Hurt. Marshall does a wonderful version of it, easily on par with any folk or blues singer you can think of. One reason this song stands out for me is that she sticks to her strength (bluesy singing) and turns the guitar duties over to an actual professional, Matt Sweeney. He does nice job playing fingerstyle guitar John Hurt fashion. It's so easy to like this song. It's simple, clean, and sounds really great.

If only she had followed this approach for every song on the album! This could have easily been a five star album... not even just five stars, but a THOUSAND stars! But instead, Marshall prefers schlubing her way through the piano and guitar parts rather than have one of her talented friends provide a proper accompaniment. The Covers Record has a DIY quality to it as a result. Although I do like The Covers Record--it's one of her best albums--I keep thinking of how great it might have been if only she focused exclusively on singing.

Fortunately for us, Marshall's great voice saves the album. The CD is quite listenable even in spite of some of her bumbling and plodding accompaniments. I approve of the stripped down approach--no drum machines, no distorted guitars, no overdubbed harmonies. Truly, it would have been a formula for absolute perfection, if only!

Ah well... what are Cat Power fans if not an exasperated bunch? Look at any forum about her. It's one post after the next making excuses for her screwups, or making suggestions for improvement: "Chan would be so good if only she didn't cry and stop playing, or if only Chan would tune her guitar, or if only Chan would complete the song without messing up, or if only Chan would get a good producer who could help her." Somehow these problems never seem to arise with her peers like Ani Difranco, Regina Spektor, PJ Harvey, etc... but Cat Power fans have to learn to be tolerant. Every song can't be a winner. And in her case, it's more like every tenth song might be a winner, but only if the moon is right, she happens to be in a good mood, isn't drunk, nobody says anything mean to her, and she decides to let someone else play guitar for a change. Then and only then you may just get to hear something really magical come out of her.

In any event, The Covers Record has some remarkable moments and if you can accept its DIY limitations, it's a good listen.

Average customer rating: One of the greatest albums of all time interesting idea falls short Spectacular spellbinding Donkey Ride

The Sermon On Exposition Blvd. [Deluxe Limited Edition --- includes 5.1 SACD version and 40 minute DVD of making the record] Rickie Lee Jones Manufacturer: New West Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Similar Items: West Live at Massey Hall (CD/DVD) My Name Is Buddy Twelve A Tribute To Joni Mitchell ASIN: B000L211NW Release Date: 2007-02-06

Tracks:

1. Nobody Knows My Name
2. Gethsemane
3. Falling Up
4. Lamp Of My Body
5. It Hurts
6. Where I Like It Best
7. Tried To Be A Man
8. Circle In The Sand
9. Donkey Ride
10. 7th Day
11. Elvis Cadillac
12. Road To Emmaus
13. I Was There

Tracks:

1. How It All Began
2. Turn It Down
3. Late Night Song
4. Threat Of The Bomb
5. Tried To Be A Man
6. The Mystery Box
7. It Hurts
8. I Have Another Day
9. Caught Me In It's Ray
10. Haven't Had Anything To Eat Today
11. I Was There
12. CreditsBonus MP3s for download to MP3 player

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Fans of Rickie Lee Jones and Jesus Christ can decide whether this devotional music is rapturously spiritual or deliriously strange. It sounds like nothing Jones has previously released, or anything characterizable as contemporary Christian. Instead, her voice soars and wobbles through repetitive, stream-of-consciousness incantations over rhythmic throbs and pulses. On "Where I Like It Best," Jones testifies to the power of private prayer (while seeming to cast churchgoers as hypocrites). The feral distortions of "Tried to Be a Man" recall some of the textures (if not the themes) of her former boyfriend Tom Waits, while the acoustic setting of "Donkey Ride" features guitar tunings that might make Sonic Youth wince and "Elvis Cadillac" conjures a singular vision of heaven. At close to eight and a half minutes, the closing "I Was There" seems to follow Van Morrison into the mystic. Some of this music is oddly affecting; much of it is merely odd. --Don McLeese

Album Description

THE SERMON ON EXPOSITION BOULEVARD, the new album by Rickie Lee Jones and her first for New West Records, is a beauty--soul-satisfying and sonically unique. RICKIE LEE sounds completely tapped in, alive and vital, heading down some mighty interesting roads and discovering new magical essences. Lots of creative sparks here--plenty of them. She sounds like she's going through a transformation throughout the album in a way that's reminiscent of Van Morrison's performances on his classic album Astral Weeks.

This is the Special Edition of Rickie Lee Jones' new CD, Sermon On Exposition Boulevard. It contains an SACD version of the CD, with both a High Resolution Stereo and 5.1 Surround Mix. It includes a bonus DVD with 40 minutes of behind the scenes footage. Also included in this Special Edition are High Resolution MP3s of the entire CD to download to your favorite MP3 player, as well as an expanded booklet with extra photos, artwork and liner notes.

Customer Reviews:

One of the greatest albums of all time.......2007-07-06

This is one of the greatest albums of all time. With the wide range of feel, there should be a starting point for everyone. Then listen to the whole thing. Amazing!

interesting idea falls short.......2007-06-27

I felt the "Sermon" was a great idea.. the Gospel according to Rickie Lee. The lyrics are compelling and filled with that wonderful poignant, poetic Rickie Lee touch, but the music seemed like an afterthought. It just didn't interest me very much, and did not stay with me. the DVD was so boring, I couldn't get through the whole thing.
Maybe that was her idea, to just set a story to music, but I much prefer her other albums with songs that are memorable and singable.

Spectacular.......2007-06-24

I have been listening to this album since January and I must say I am as entranced by it now as I was on the first listen. This album is raw, passionate, thought-provoking and inspiring- like great music should be.
I am not religious or spiritual but this album speaks to me like no other release this year.
Rickie Lee Jones fans should love it and I only hope that people not previously exposed to this extraordinary musician will take a chance on this CD. You will not be disappointed.

spellbinding.......2007-05-23

If the number of plays on my iPod is a sign, this is my favorite RLJ CD in many years. I've bought and liked everything she's put out, but this one...well, it's not the type of CD you can immediately and easily figure out. It's musically and lyrically different than anything she's done in the past. But it's the type of CD that compels you to play it often to investigate the mystery. It draws you in. I keep going back to it. It reminds me of David Bowie's Low or Neil Young or Lou Reed, a complex work done out of the comfort zone, not done with great commercial expectations that turns out to be a mighty work of art. I really can't explain much about it lyrically and don't know exactly what she's aiming for, but I am thrilled and moved trying to figure it out. Also, the computer sound files are of great quality that puts iTunes to shame.

Donkey Ride.......2007-05-19

When this CD was released, I ran out & bought it as soon as it hit the store shelves in our town. I read a glowing review that told me Rickie Lee was exploring spiritual themes on a very different disc. I opted for the DVD 2-disc version. First, I watched the DVD. I think this DVD would be good for musicians looking to see how a seasoned veteran works in the studio. We see Rickie in very informal attire looking like a working musician. It's not particularly entertaining, however. Perhaps watching her in concert performing this set would have had more polish. It is neat to see Rickie in her home office where she obviously works, but the song takes are not entrancing. The material on the disc has grown on me. I think I would describe the material more as "religious" rather than "spiritual." There isn't a lot here about values or lessons. This is more like a Jesus biography. On one of the more accessible tracks, "Elvis Cadillac," Rickie Lee free associates with her strumming putting a smile on your face, "Standing in the doorway, I'm happy living here. Everyone tries so hard to sing a song no one can hear." "Circle in the Sand" is probably the best song that stands alone on its own with its driving beat and Rickie's expressive vocals, "When an angel picked me up, she called my name; There is charity, but says power, money & fame." Much of the rest of the disc is enjoyable, but rather formless. "It Hurts" & "Donkey Ride" do hurt to listen to. While I enjoy Rickie Lee's thematic exploration, the music just doesn't work very well. Rickie Lee is a terrific singer. I'm glad to have this chapter of her work, but it won't be the one that goes into the changer frequently. The DVD may never be seen again. Taxi.

Average customer rating: Sophmore Efforts Are Hard

Rent a Crowd Len Price 3 Manufacturer: Wicked Cool Record ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Garage Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Catch Your Snap Chinese Burn Strange Magic Because I'm Awesome Icky Thump ASIN: B000PFU9VK Release Date: 2007-05-29

Tracks:

1. Rentacrowd
2. If I Aint' Got You
3. Julia Jones
4. Sailor's Sweetheart
5. Doctor Gee
6. Girl Like You
7. With Your Love
8. No Good
9. Mesmer
10. Cold 500
11. She's Not Really There
12. Turn It Around
13. Australia

Customer Reviews:

Sophmore Efforts Are Hard.......2007-07-03

This is a good record, and I hate to say this, I like the first album better. It is cliche to say that, I know...
I like this album alot and it is getting lots of spins, so it may grow on me more over time. Worth getting for sue, if you liked the 1 st album.

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