States Of Control (1998 Film) [Soundtrack]

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Lynden Barber, The Australian
Lusciously sensual... Hypnotic

5019
Vivid

Album Description
The States of Control soundtrack features original music composed and performed by Richard Termini. Ambient tracks combine free-floating tones, chimes, and synthesizer chords, backed at times by propulsive percussion. Everyday sounds -- wind, dripping water, resonant whistles -- build together into subtle melodic structures. The music is atmospheric and richly evocative.

Termini's music sets an extraordinary mood for the film, a mesmerizing journey deep into the world of a woman determined to break through the sterility of modern life.

States Of Control (1998 Film) [Soundtrack]

States Of Control (1998 Film), Music, Grail-Rock Musical of the Futu
Standing in the Way of Control
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Smorgasbord of influences
  • There Is Still Great Music Out There And Right Here
  • Good singer but...
  • Gossip are lethal
  • Gossip
 Standing in the Way of Control
Gossip
Manufacturer: Kill Rock Stars
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ASIN: B000CNFB22
Release Date: 2006-01-24

Tracks:

  1. Fire With Fire
  2. Standing In The Way Of Control
  3. Jealous Girls
  4. Coal To Diamonds
  5. Eyes Open
  6. Yr Mangled Heart
  7. Listen Up!
  8. Holy Water
  9. Keeping You Alive
  10. Dark Lines

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It's flatly unfair that the Gossip aren't a massive success, a rocknroll giant slayer, especially as they unleash another 10-song, 30-minute zinger like Standing in the Way of Control. Singer Beth Ditto's boundless, whether shouting out the title song's chorus or feather-dusting the lyric on Meg White-sounding album closer, "Dark Lines." The band rocks with an unerring simplicity, a leanness that writhes. The big-beat, hop-along (and sing-along) "Listen Up," is the centerpiece here, a stripped focus on the Gossip's core conviction, that rhythm can rock like little else. The tune has Ditto holding court over a bluntly simple one-two beat, cautioning a crowd that by rights ought to be tenfold larger: "now gather round/now listen up," warning them that "some people talk way too much." As Ditto stuns, drummer Hannah Blilie's beat pounds, and Brace Paine's guitar lays down a simple law. Ignorance of that law is no excuse. --Andrew Bartlett

Album Description

Gossip have returned two years after their last release with a new drummer and a slightly new sound. Described as everything from dance-punk to "Pointer Sisters without synths", this is a preview of their upcoming album, coming out in January. "Standing In The Way Of Control" comes backed with a stellar remix by Le Tigre, with art by Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Smorgasbord of influences.......2007-05-14

1 tb of Alison Moyet
a pinch of Luscious Jackson
1 cup of Gang of Four
2 cloves of Romeo Void

Stir vigorously

Bake at 400 degree

Enjoy your warm, yummy Gossip!

5 out of 5 stars There Is Still Great Music Out There And Right Here.......2007-04-23

This cd by the Gossip is one of those rare ones that you let play all the way through and then start it over again. Very distinct vocals from Beth Ditto and very good music. My personal favorite tracks are the title cut and HOLY WATER.

3 out of 5 stars Good singer but..........2007-03-23

OK so this is one of the big things in the NME at the moment. It is not that bad but also not that great. The singing is really very very good but the music is little mroe than unoriginal derivative new wave. As I write the singer has a lot of potential but the rest is not that great.

5 out of 5 stars Gossip are lethal.......2007-02-05

Hi Guys

I have to say i disagree with the above-mentioned reviews. I haven't felt the same way about a band since i was going through a large White Stripes phase some years ago.

This band are very similar to the Whites Stripes in that they have that stripped down, bedroom sounding production similar to Elephant. They also have the same type of bluesey guitar licks. The vocals are absolutely tremendous, bringing a soul voice to a rock band, although if she went on American Idol they would slate her.

It is of course the songs themselves that cement this record. Every song is a stone cold hit. The chorus of "coal to diamonds" has so much emotion it makes me feel nauseous.

The only downside is that the chorus of "Keeping you Alive" sounds slightly tacked on, even though it makes the main riff of that song sound cooler.

It is also worth noting that this band are hot enough to have tracks remixed by Belgian rock/dance crossover Soulwax and Le Tigre.

If these guys really float your boat it is worth checking out The Invisible Deck the Rogers Sisters.

4 out of 5 stars Gossip.......2007-01-10

Beth Ditto has one of the strongest voices today, very reminiscent of Janis Joplin. The album is full of suprises.
Someone in Control
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Just an EXCELLENT Album!
  • No Me Gusta!
  • Barely half as good as their debut.
  • I keep coming back to this.
  • Trapt's 'Coming Of Age' Third Release
 Someone in Control
Trapt
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000AMPYZ4
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

  1. Disconnected (Out Of Touch)
  2. Waiting
  3. Victim
  4. Stand Up
  5. Lost Realist
  6. Skin Deep
  7. Influence
  8. Repeat Offender
  9. Bleed Like Me
  10. Use Me To Use You
  11. Product Of My Own Design

Album Description

The hard-rockin' Northern California band's much-anticipated follow-up, Someone In Control, co-produced by Don Gilmore (Linkin Park, Pearl Jam, Good Charlotte) and led by the track "Stand Up," expands on the strong sense of melody, soul-searching lyrics and archetypal hooks that separate Trapt from its Modern Rock peers. Fans are standing up for Trapt.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Just an EXCELLENT Album!.......2007-06-19

I'm ashamed of myself for taking nearly 2 years to pick up Someone in Control. Trapt's sophomore offering does anything but slump. Just a jam-packed disc of great music.

I always like to count how many songs I'm into right after buying a CD, as to let myself know whether I just wasted my money. SiC, which features 11 tracks, features EIGHT that I'm already hooked on, and I haven't even broken the CD in all the way! It's THAT good. If you loved their eponymous album, add this one to your collection.

3 out of 5 stars No Me Gusta!.......2007-06-15

I liked their debut far better than this CD. This CD will be featured soon in a used store near you. Nothing really grabs you like their last CD. It's nothing terrible, I just wouldn't find myself thinking, "Gosh, I'd love to listen to Someone in Control right now." I haven't touched it for months, almost forgot I had it. Oh well, maybe next time. Anyone want a cheap used CD? It's yours for about $2.99 plus shipping. Just kidding, I'm probably not supposed to advertise on a review, ha ha.

3 out of 5 stars Barely half as good as their debut........2007-04-13

I give it 2.5 stars. There just wasn't anything on here to keep me coming back. Maybe once every couple years I'll say, "I feel like listening to Trapt" and I'll give it one spin, but there is so much more out there that is better. I really liked the debut, but talk about sophomore slump here. They better get their acts together.

5 out of 5 stars I keep coming back to this........2007-02-22

I really loved the well-known singles from their first album. I think those singles are superior to the songs on this album. However, with all of the music in my library, I keep coming back to this one. It's been a staple in my car for a year and frequently finds its way back onto my MP3 player. Pretty well all of the songs have grown on me and I just have to highly recommend it, even if it's not quite up to the level of what their first stuff was.

5 out of 5 stars Trapt's 'Coming Of Age' Third Release.......2006-11-15

This is the follow up to the 2002 release. This album is exceptional and the best the North Californian young band has come up with so-far. With only one listen of 'Someone In Control' I was hooked. Maybe initially it was the CD artwork that pictured a working class man who seemed to have it all, on his bed with his head in his hands. For me this picture could have depicted me. How many times have we felt not in control of our lives, of our family, of our work? This album was made for the working man and woman and I will explain why.

It is quite unique to find an album with the first 3 songs pretty much the best in the album. 'Disconnected' deals with how each of us can feel apart, out of touch with our loved one's, our friends and colleagues. The lyrics are sung gracefully and full of meaning with the abtuse deep rock riffs in the background. 'Waiting' and 'Victim' are songs for the working man/woman. The lyrics depict a person who falls victim to a unfeeling/uncaring working society.

Another great song is 'Lost Realist' that is a song based on our morals and how they stand up to today's reality. Are we going to stand by our morals or succumb to the flavour of the month? This song asks the listener to think and reflect on what we term 'reality'.

This is a thoroughly enjoyable album with a great message of hope and reflection within its lyrics and Trapt have earned my respect in their approach. Through the on the road experience they are trying to impart what they have shared and learned to their fans. There are no mindless lyrics here. This album is great. Nothing is skin deep.

This CD is for any rock fan and especially for die hard Trapt fans.
Hello, Control
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Not what you would call an album, more like a bunch of singles...
  • Brandtson just wants to have fun
  • Refreshing, yet still Brandtson
  • Different, but excellent.
  • Moving up in this world?
 Hello, Control
Brandtson
Manufacturer: Militia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000F4RHGG
Release Date: 2006-05-02

Tracks:

  1. A Thousand Years
  2. Nobody Dances Anymore
  3. Denim Iniquity
  4. Here We Go
  5. Earthquakes and Sharks
  6. Tapping the Vain
  7. Cold War
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  10. Friend or Faux?
  11. Lie to Me
  12. Goodnight Sweet Prince
  13. The Secret

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3 out of 5 stars Not what you would call an album, more like a bunch of singles..........2006-09-04

I am not what you would call a Brandtson fan. I listened to them a few times back in the day when I was bumping Jimmy Eat World - Clarity, or Built to Spill - Keep it Like a Secret, but was never a huge fan.

This album is a lot more interesting, however, it is not a coherent album. It is like they wrote it with itunes in mind. Thirteen singles does not equal an album.

I gave it three stars because it is interesting. I would have given it at least four had it been coherent.

5 out of 5 stars Brandtson just wants to have fun.......2006-06-30

First off, I was so happy to read the other positive reviews of "Hello Control." I've been a Brandtson fan for a while and I really like this album, but I should say that I also have a pretty broad taste in music so when bands take on "new" sounds, I'm usually pretty accepting.

Anyway, I think it's great that Brandtson chose to expand their talents and experiment with their sound a bit. Do you really want a repeat of the same CD in a different case with a different name? I don't. I also agree that this album isn't a complete 180 from their old stuff, you can still hear remnants of what made them so great in the first place--their integrity has not been lost.

It's obvious Brandtson had fun with this album because the joy that was put into it's production is infectious. From Earthquakes and Sharks to Nobody Dances Anymore (and it's hilarious video which I recommend checking out on youtube), to my personal favorite The Secret, you won't want to stop moving and grooving until it's over. To the "hardcore" and "loyal" fans, call this album your guilty pleasure if you must, but pleasurable it certainly is.

5 out of 5 stars Refreshing, yet still Brandtson.......2006-06-08

I agree that those of you who want to write this one off definitely need to give "Hello, Control" some more time. Yes, their sound is a little different, but in my opinion, Brandtson has been changing their direction and sound with every album they have put out. Don't forget they also have a new bass player, so that automatically does (and should) bring something new to the table. I also think that for those of you who are true Brandtson fans, you will definitely still hear that signature sound that we love so much. Now if you are one of those "fans" who still think "Letterbox" is their greatest, that everything after that has never quite measured up, and continue to obnoxiously shout out "Nineveh" at every show they've played for the last 5 plus years, then there may be no hope for you, but otherwise, give this album a chance and if you don't love it then it is your loss!

5 out of 5 stars Different, but excellent........2006-05-15

There are a lot of Brandtson fans disappointed and believe that they have changed for worse. I think they have neither changed for the worse or the better. They were and are great in my book. It is a complete change in sound and they pulled it off. I thought their last release, Send us a Signal, was well done. But I also think this album is great. I love the new sound approach and the poppy, catchy rhythms. Check it out and give it a shot.

4 out of 5 stars Moving up in this world?.......2006-05-12

A common phrase often used goes a little something like this: "Change is inevitable." Ever heard that? To simplify exactly what I mean, music in it's fit and finish will redefine itself over the course of many years. Take this album for instance. It seems like ages ago, Brandtson waltzed into the indie scene with a pizazz that not too many other musicians are capable of. For whatever reason they so chose at the time, Brandtson fans all over this red-hot country banded together in support for this new music style. So fast forward to May of 2006. "Hello Control" makes it's debut. Granted not the usual Brandtson feel, however a refreshing one. Isn't the point of producing music to influence people with a sound that caters to certain individuals' musical tastes? Isn't the point of producing music to define your capabilities and broaden your spectrum? Yes, but more importantly, it is to do what you enjoy doing. Musicians often take a new approach to an old game. That's exactly what this album does for me. Although I have not completely listened to the entire album, I have taken pleasure in listening to the various selections on here. Maybe some would argue that they "sold out" or that they are no different than Chris Carraba. But are they really considered a true fan? The second guy sure seems to think so, but let me ask you this. When the Boston Red Sox were in a slump for nearly a century, did the true Sox fans just move on and start cheering for....oh let's say the New York Yankees? No. They didn't. I'll tell you what they did. They kept buying season tickets year after year to see their team that they loved be dominated early in the penant race. Why would they do that? What would possess them to keep spending money on a team they knew would just be demised? It's because they were FANS, and they believed. Shortly after, the Sox took home the championship. So I ask you to give back to Brandtson what they have given to you. Style, influence, memories, and damn good music. Let's not be too hasty to point the judgemental finger, but instead celebrate this new awakening. You can't get mad at someone for doing what they want. Besides, you can only sing so many songs of the same nature before you are labeled as repetitive. Nobody wishes to have the stigma of boring and unoriginal. So all of you so-called "fans", just like Jared below me stated, give it some time before dishing out the Negative Nancy, this stuff sucks, reviews. It'll sink in. You'll soon see what I mean. And thank you Brandtson, for another job well done...........Knibb High football rules.
Out of Control
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • THE MOTOR CITY MADMAN RAISES HELL WITH OUT OF CONTROL.
  • Awesome collection from uncle Ted, the motor city madman
  • Anthology of the Wild Man from Detroit
  • Beautiful Collection for any Rock Fan
 Out of Control
Ted Nugent
Manufacturer: Sony
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ASIN: B000002ALM
Release Date: 1998-01-27

Tracks:

  1. Baby Please Don't Go
  2. Journey To The Center Of Your Mind
  3. You Talk Sunshine I Breathe Fire (Mono)
  4. Gloria
  5. Call Of The Wild
  6. Great White Buffalo
  7. Stranglehold
  8. Stormtroopin'
  9. Hey Baby
  10. Motor City Madhouse
  11. Free-For-All
  12. Dog Eat Dog
  13. Turn It Up
  14. Street Rats
  15. Magic Party
  16. Hammerdown

Tracks:

  1. Cat Scratch Fever
  2. Wang Dang Sweet Poontang
  3. Live It Up
  4. Homebound
  5. Out Of Control
  6. Oh Carol (Live)
  7. Just What The Doctor Ordered (Live)
  8. Yank Me Crank Me (Live)
  9. Walking Tall (Live)
  10. Need You Bad
  11. Weekend Warriors
  12. Paralyzed
  13. State Of Shock
  14. Wango Tango
  15. Scream Dream
  16. Terminus Eldorado
  17. Jailbait (Live)
  18. Little Miss Dangerous

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars THE MOTOR CITY MADMAN RAISES HELL WITH OUT OF CONTROL........2007-02-05

Readers and reviewers, I will be writing a review on the legendary compilation Boxset album entitled "OUT OF CONTROL" by one of Rock's greatest artists and one of America's most favorite sons. I give you Detroit, Michigan's own motor city madman, MR. TED NUGENT. "OUT OF CONTROL" was originally released in 1993 on a two Compact Disc Boxset on the Epic Legacy Records label in association with Sony Music Entertainment Inc. and Atlantic Recording Corporation. As always, if I hear any new additional information concerning this legendary compilation Boxset or the artist, I will edit this review immediately so that you the consumer will get the best informative and most accurate review possible.

TED NUGENT will always be forever remembered as being one of the most charismatic musicians to ever grace Rock n' Roll. Once NUGENT picks up his guitar, he becomes the motor city madman and plays his guitar as if it is going to be his last time. NUGENT has recorded so many great Rockers through the years that he has instilled his songs into our heads that will never be forgotten. This two Compact Disc Boxset is the result of all those great Rockers. Believe me when I tell you that EVERY SINGLE SONG TRACK CONTAINED IN THIS BOXSET IS NOTHING SHORT OF OUTSTANDING. Every single song kicks a*s in this Boxset. This two Compact Disc Boxset is the story of TED NUGENT.

I will list and briefly review certain song tracks that I feel are vital and necessary for this review. The songs I will briefly review are the ones that are most popular and the ones you can mostly identify with. I apologize if I left out your favorite songs but I have to shorten this review. There are thirty-four song tracks contained in this Boxset, it would really lengthen this review. I will list and review certain song tracks in their original exact running order as follows: DISC ONE (7.) "Stranglehold," (This is almost nine minutes of some of the most a*s kicking Rock n' Roll ever recorded. NUGENT plays his guitar with some of the most screeching and freightening sounds ever heard. NUGENT'S whining sounds he plays through his guitar can make you go deaf instantly. This whole song makes you fell like you are being sufficated by a Stranglehold.) (8.) "Stormtroopin'," (This is a well performed and recorded Rocker by NUGENT and company. NUGENT shows no mercy while he is playing his guitar in this one. This Rocker kicks a*s as well.) (9.) "Hey Baby," (This is another well recorded Rocker by NUGENT. This a*s kicking Rocker has a superb up lifting beat to it that would make any pretty woman want to get up on the bar tables and dance.) (10.) "Motor City Madhouse," (This is one hell of a Rocker that kicks a*s. This Rocker should be played on the assembly line at Ford and General Motors. I bet a lot of work would be accomplished during this period.) (11.) "Free-For-All" (This is another well recorded NUGENT Rocker that kicks a*s. NUGENT NEVER lets up when it comes to playing his guitar.) and (14.) "Street Rats." (This song track is a previously unreleased alternate version) (This alternate Rocker kicks a*s just like the original version. NUGENT plays a mean blistering guitar in this one.) DISC TWO (1.) "Cat Scratch Fever," (This is another well recorded NUGENT Rocker that kicks a*s. NUGENT does not let up on this Rocker either. NUGENT plays whining and screetching sounds through his guitar like he can make it scratch like a cat.) (2.) "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang," (What a NUGENT ROCKER. This Rocker kicks a*s like no other ever would or ever could again. This a*s kicking Rocker should also be played on the Automotive assembly line everywhere in Detroit. This song is a TRUE ROCKER.) (5.) "Out Of Control," (This is another well recorded NUGENT Rocker that kicks a*s. Again, NUGENT NEVER lets up while he is playing his guitar. NUGENT'S blistering guitar solo is the pure Rock stuff that is made of legend. NUGENT plays guitar with such confidence that he dares to get in your face.) (14.) "Wango Tango," (All I can say about this song is that it is another well recorded NUGENT Rocker that kicks a*s. NUGENT re-defines how the guitar would be played throughout this whole Boxset. Again, NUGENT does not let up while he is playing his guitar.) (15.) "Scream Dream" (What a Rocker. From the beginning screams of this song to the blistering guitar playing by NUGENT makes this a*s kicking Rocker one hell of a song to get psyched up by.) and (18.) "Little Miss Dangerous." (This is another well recorded NUGENT Rocker that kicks a*s. NUGENT plays a mean blistering guitar in this Rocker and NEVER lets up.) Overall, this is one hell of an a*s kicking compilation Boxset album that never lets up.

I would like to encourage everyone to purchase this compilation Boxset album to own as part of their own valuable personal music collection. As a result of this, this legendary compilation Boxset will stand the test of time and will always be around to be enjoyed and cherished for many years to come, NOW AND FOREVER.

In closing, TED NUGENT is here to stay. Despite having his own show on VH1 and being an authority outdoorsman, NUGENT will always be remembered for being a Rock n' Roller first. NUGENT'S place in Rock n' Roll history is well secured and will never be forgotten. Here's to you TED. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N' ROLL HISTORY," am I wrong? TED NUGENT RULES. Keep Persevering. Keep The Faith. Keep On Rockin'. Thanks for reading my review and I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I 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. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever in Rock, John L.

5 out of 5 stars Awesome collection from uncle Ted, the motor city madman.......2006-11-08

Ted nugent was a wild man, outspoken and full of opinions, but also an inspited guitar/song writer now for 4 decades of rock transendign generations. This is a collection of his best solo stuff, studio and live, and is a must have for ted fans. If you're looking for the Damn Yankees though, not gonna find it here. All you'll find is the classic kick bottom rock that made Ted, not the bad hair rock stuff he flaunted with (although Ted kicked its behind as well). Thank you Ted for not surcombing to those demons, and this set is his offering to the rock gods, and something we get to enjoy.

5 out of 5 stars Anthology of the Wild Man from Detroit.......2001-06-24

This is a 2 cd set of Ted Nugent's work. It is primarily from 1975-1980. It contains a few tracks from his work with the Amboy Dukes. It also includes some unissued live and studio tracks and alternate takes. Ted is the master of high energy in your face guitar bombast. This set includes all the major hits including his two early hits "Baby Please Don't Go", and "Journey To The Center Of Your Mind" with the Amboy Dukes. If you enjoy this period buy youself a copy of "Loaded For Bear" the new anthology of his work with the Amboy Dukes. I was disappointed that the instrumental "Hibernation" was not included from this time period. His best solo work commenced with his self-titled debut album. The band at this point also included Derek St. Holmes on vocals and second guitar. St. Holmes vocals provide a good contrast with Nugent's more gruff style. His band was weakened considerably after Nugent fired St. Holmes in the mid seventies. Great songs from this period which appear are "Stranglehold", "Stormtroopin", "Just What The Doctor Ordered", "Motor City Madhouse", "Free-For-All", and "Cat Scratch Fever". His second solo album features a young Meatloaf on some of the vocals. This compilation contains 5 cuts from his best known album "Cat Scratch Fever". Two cuts from his excellent "Double Live Gonzo" are included as well as two unissued live cuts from this era. I wish more live tracks were included because his live album translates his energy to vinyl better than his studio efforts. I was disappointed that only two tracks from the "State Of Shock" album were included. In my opinion this is his best solo album he made after firing St. Holmes. Tracks such as "Take It Or Leave It", "It Don't Matter", and "Bite Down Hard" have memorable hooks but were left off the compilation. "A couple other tracks I wish were included are "Gonzo", "Death By Misadventure", "Smokescreen", and "Hard As Nails". His biggest hit from this late seventies period "Wango Tango" is included. This is the most comprehensive Ted Nugent compilation available, and the unissued tracks make it a necessity for fans of this period. I also recommend the "Live At Hammersmith '79" disc. It is another high energy concert document which contains live versions of some songs that do not appear on this compilation or his "Double Live Gonzo" album.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Collection for any Rock Fan.......2000-06-12

This is one of the best box sets that I've ever heard. The Nuge puts together some new tracks, the best of his old tracks, and a few live ones. The only bad thing about this CD would have to be the sound quality because it's very quiet. If you're a Nugent fan, you require this cd. If you're not, I would buy it anyway because it has a variety of sounds and subjects. You can listen to these songs pretty much anywhere. Ted tears through each song with his Gibson Byrdland guitar with so much passion and energy. Through his guitar-strewn mayhem lies some of the most incredible and entertaining songs ever. It's great to have. Now that I have heard it, I feel musically deprived without it.
The Heartless Control Everything
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • good cd.
 The Heartless Control Everything
The Chiodos Bros
Manufacturer: Search & Rescue
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000FO0AJM
Release Date: 2003-01-25

Tracks:

  1. Compromise of 1984
  2. Rainclouds for Eyeballs
  3. Ravishing Matt Ruth
  4. Vacations to Hell
  5. Lover and the Liar
  6. Hathaway Lane
  7. Bulls Have Horns

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars good cd........2006-06-29

Although "All's Well That Ends Well" is great. this is an album that shouldn't be forgotten. It was recorded and distrubted by the band themselves. The songs lack some of the hardcore riffs from the new album but they are great songs that you can sing along to. Some of the screaming is sub-par but this can be ignored.

some highlights are:
"Ravishing Matt Ruth"
"Vacation to Hell"
"Hathaway Lane"
and especially "Bulls Have Horns"

thats not to say the other songs aren't great. they are. buy it.

at a recent show, the keyboard player that they are looking to get their first EP "The Best Way To Ruin Your Life" re-released, if this happens, you should get that too, it has early versions of some of these songs and the great songs "Quantum Mechanics" "Roger and Hollland's Feelings" and "Lindsey Quit Lollygagging"
Plagiarhythm Nation, ver. 2.0
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • "Potato salad potato salad potato salad. Watermelon!"
  • Fun counter-culture
  • Cleaver, but not intersting
 Plagiarhythm Nation, ver. 2.0
The Evolution Control Committee
Manufacturer: Seeland Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00008J2OU
Release Date: 2003-04-15

Tracks:

  1. Star Spangled Bologna
  2. Fucking Moon
  3. Hello
  4. I Want a Cookie
  5. Rocked by Rape
  6. Spandau Filet
  7. Don't Miss the Great Snatch
  8. Breakfast
  9. Donations #1
  10. Toot
  11. Nearly No Time for Yes
  12. No Time for Yes
  13. Lunch
  14. Donations #2
  15. 5000 BC
  16. Arrhythmic Nation
  17. Big Noodle Song
  18. Prick
  19. Sex Re-Education
  20. Dinner
  21. Donations #3
  22. Candy Wrapper
  23. Fearsome as Odd Danger
  24. Arrhythmia's Gonna Get You
  25. I Don't Care
  26. Nasha
  27. Dedication
  28. Christmas Wrong
  29. Goodbye

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars "Potato salad potato salad potato salad. Watermelon!".......2004-02-15

If you're into creative mixing and unexpected absurdity (a la Soulwax, the Avalanches, Negativland and the british mash scene), this is the album for you. This album started off as a sing along with a corporate-funded rendition of our national anthem, and surprisingly retained its singability throughout the whole bizarre ride. By the second or third listening, I found myself yelping along with the strangest lyrics: "Potato salad potato salad potato salad. Watermelon!" The track list is packed with mix-and-match humor, but the laughs turn disturbingly poignant in songs like "Rocked by Rape". Easily the most unique album this year.

4 out of 5 stars Fun counter-culture.......2003-11-04

Think Negativeland's tremendously memorable Escape From Noise with a different group of musician/experimentitions. It's a good piece of work.

3 out of 5 stars Cleaver, but not intersting.......2003-07-03

Cleaver songs, all are collages of other peoples works; not something I would listen to more that a couple or three times. "I want a Cookie" and a couple of others are exceptions, but they do not shine enough to rescue The Oscar Meyer wiener song ("Star spangled Bologna"), "the *EXPLETIVE* moon", and other cleaver interludes that are interesting only for their novelty.
"Rocked by Rape" has a good, timely message but most are simply sophomoric / crude humor. Definitely too much language/crudeness for children or anyone who might be offended. Their copyleft type agreement is noble... Please listen before you buy.
Always Out of Control But Never Out of Beer
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Classic Detroit Punk
 Always Out of Control But Never Out of Beer
Almighty Lumberjacks of Death
Manufacturer: Disconnected Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0007W7HCA
Release Date: 2005-04-19

Tracks:

  1. Soul Of The Storm
  2. Staredown
  3. Never Never
  4. Where Are We Know
  5. In The Wild
  6. A.L.D.
  7. Devil Girl
  8. Drink Beer
  9. Voices Of The Dead
  10. Motor City Trick Or Treat
  11. Gangland
  12. Working Class Kids
  13. $100 Sneeze
  14. Chapter 1
  15. Almighty Lumberslut
  16. Wake Up & Smell The Pussy

Album Description

Disconnected Records is proud to present you with the entire discography of Detroit's A.L.D. (Almighty Lumberjacks Of Death). Their legacy spanned from the late Eighties until the Early Nineties and everything they recorded in the studio is out on cd for the first time including all of their releases on the now defunct Force Majeure label, compilation tracks, & four unreleased tracks that never saw the light of day! The guitarist (Big Dog) went on to play with Cold As Life & Sworn Enemy. Also featured members that went on to form the American Oi band The Rogues.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Classic Detroit Punk.......2006-08-08

These guys not only rock but also really know how to party. Some might not be comfortable with their right-wing views, but I say who cares. American working class kids f'in unite!
Mind Control
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • another average album by a master emcee
  • like ten over 3
  • Very little material, but 3 or 4 hot songs.
  • Waste of money, plastic and paper
  • An above-average album by Bis, but far from his best effort...
 Mind Control
Canibus
Manufacturer: Tommy Boy
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0009IOR48
Release Date: 2005-06-21

Tracks:

  1. 33 3's
  2. Canibus Man
  3. Atlanta
  4. Gybaotc
  5. In The Rain
  6. Mind Control
  7. Last Laugh
  8. Not 4 Play feat. Kurupt
  9. Stupid Producers
  10. Talk The Talk
  11. Nobody

Album Description

Canibus is regarded as one of the best MCs around, consistently proving his skills with street cred albums full of lyrical arsenals. But one thing he hasn't always had a reputation for is versatility, until now. "Mind Control" takes Canibus down a road that's more positive and full of personal insight into his "gentle giant" side. Fans need not worry though; he's still as credible and incredible an MC as ever.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars another average album by a master emcee.......2006-07-24

Even though most of his albums are sub-par beats and production wise and theme wise, Canibus is still a mad tight emcee. It's just his direction. Its way off. He would do well to hook up with a tight producer, even a mainstream one. If he stays true to his lyrical skill he can never sell out. His themes are okay, they have never really been that great, but they allright. His lyricaL flow is sometimes amazing, sometimes so-so. Its always hit or miss with this guy. But I like this album better than hip hop for sale. I would still recommend any canibus album to rock at least a few times. His is an ill rapper who gets no credit or respect. He is hell bent on ripping emcees and being angry, and that's cool, but he needs more. I think his flows about weed and woman are weak, and sometimes he ego trips. Mind control is still pretty tight. The tightest track are: 33 3's,Gybaotic,Mind control, Last laugh, the rest are all right, some are forgetable.

3 out of 5 stars like ten over 3.......2006-01-29

YO MIND CONTROL IS A DOPE AS CANIBUS DISC AND THIS WAS DONE AND ALL THE TRACKS WERE PICKED IF BIS DIED IN THE MILITARY THIS WOULD BE HIS FINAL ALBUM LUCKLY HE DIDN'T AND WE'VE GOT A BANGIN' ALBUM
I'M NOT A FAN OF THE WHOLE CD BUT MOST OF THE TRACKS I LIKE:
33'3S
LAST LAUGH
MIND CONTROL
SUPID PRODUCERS
TALKN' THE TALK

4 out of 5 stars Very little material, but 3 or 4 hot songs........2005-11-01

There are at least 3 songs on this album that for any real Canibus fan make it worth the money. "33 3's" is a simply brilliant song that displays 'Bis in classic form. "Mind Control", the title track, has a great beat with a catchy, more-mainstream hook, but with good though less abstracted lyrics. "Talk the talk" is simply hot lyrics with a nice beat to it that will grow on you. Here Canibus comes hard against his critics and detractors in an effective way. Those represent the core of this 11 track album, while a 4th --"Canibus Man"-may deserve mentions as a decent Canibus track over a rap-rock beat with a fierce tone, but not Canibus at his best in my opinion.

"Last Laugh" and "Stupid Producers" have both been featured elsewhere and both represent decent, though not great Canibus material. The rest of the album is consists of good lyrics mitigated by melodramatic and often difficult to listen to delivery, mixed with poor beats. Not much worth mentioning.

As always Bis shines on the mic with sick lyrics, and "33 3's" especially demonstrates classic Canibus concept and lyrics that his die hard fans love so much. Over-all though, we have 11 tracks, one of which ("Nobody") isn't even an actual song (and was also previously featured on the "My Name is Nobody" cut). So what we have here is really 3 good songs, 1 pretty good one, 2 good ones that were previously out there, a few other songs ranging from junk to decent (depending on if they grow on you) and an introspective and very philosophical outro track that is also old material. Is it worth your money? To the average hip-hop fan? Probably not. Go pick up "Mic Club" or "Rip The Jacker" or any other of his albums for that matter if you want a better sense of Canibus' talent.

For a true Canibus fan? You've probably heard around 33% of this already anyhow, but the good songs might be worth the dough; think of it as a pricey single. Still, while this might be somewhat disappointing-particularly considering the quality and progression begun by his last two albums-it's still worth 4 stars based on the quality of the 3 or 4 good songs, and the other 2 or 3 decent (though old) songs on here. But the lack of content and the reuse of old stuff is pretty depressing.

1 out of 5 stars Waste of money, plastic and paper.......2005-09-28

Yo....I'm a huge fan of Canibus but this album is a true travesty. First of all hardcore Bis fans have heard 75% of this over the last few years. The hottest joint on here is last laugh and I DLed that from MP3.com like 3 or 4 years ago. Other stuff was released on canibus' site on albums, "My Name is Nobody" etc. the stuff that hadn't been heard....should have never been heard.
It's like taking all of the edited pieces of the six star wars movies and gluing them together to make it into a movie....it makes no sense and is an embarassment to all involved.
Keep this album away from EVERYONE!

4 out of 5 stars An above-average album by Bis, but far from his best effort..........2005-09-21

Before listening to this album, keep in mind of these important facts: 1. This album was recorded between the releases of "2000 B.C." and "C True Hollywood Stories" 2. Much of the material on this album was leaked YEARS before 2005 either through Canibus's old [...] site and in his mixtape 'my name is nobody' 3. This album was released due to a contractual agreement and the material was hardly altered since 2000/2001... To the extremely zealous Canibus fan, somebody who collects everything the man ever lays his vocals on, only THREE songs are in fact 'NEW'!!! So that's why this album is receiving such fluctuating reviews (although some are out of differing tastes, but most negative reviews are out of fury). So without further interuption, here's my unbiased review of Mind Control...

Things start off nicely with Canibus's continuation of Jay-Z's classic "22 2s" by creating "33 3s". Although '2' is easier to flip around using different meanings, Bis is somewhat able to pull it off by using '3' for different words. The production is very similar to Large Professor's on the Stillmatic track 'Backwards' by Nas. The 2000 BC Canibus is present in 'Canibus Man' where Bis spits what he's famous for -- innovative battle rhymes. Production is very bass driven and is good for blasting out loud in your ride.

Mind Control stumbles a little bit with two southern influenced tracks which are both somewhat surprising and may be difficult for Canibus fans to digest. 'Atlanta' has a pretty hot beat, but the lyrics are pretty boring. And 'GYBAOTC' has a very lackluster production, but the lyrical content is comical, yet very dismissive.

Luckilly, things pick up entirely with 'In The Rain', a very introspective look at Canibus's career through his own eyes. The chorus is an extended metaphorical look at his career and he's very good at expressing his pain with his delivery in this track. The title track, 'Mind Control' is next and continues the creative streak. The production is very laid back with some female vocals on the chorus, but the overall vibe of the track is very relaxed. Canibus spits a little narrative tale on the track about leaving Universal Records and becoming reborn musically.

More battle rhymes return as 'Last Laugh' comes up next. The beat is a bit repetative and the 'hahahaha' sample may become annoying to some listeners, but the second verse alone in this song is probably the best verse on the album (although the second verse is recycled in another song 'Da Shock' with Malarchi --- which is a much better track)

Things take an unexpected plundge in quality as 2 very lackluster tracks come up to the plate. 'Not 4 Play' with Kurupt has a pretty hot beat, but the lyric-content is horrific as Bis and Kurupt trade verses about strippers, being G-ed up, and other garbage --- NEXT --- 'Stupid Producers' although innovative with its beat and subject matter, is almost impossible to listen through due to the chipmunk-voiced 'producer' whos garaunteed to grate a nerve or two.

Next comes up 'Talk The Talk' which is very likely to hype up listeners. The production is very bass driven, but the chorus is a bunch of unnecessary R&B singing. Canibus's delivery is very intense, but his lyrics are a bit too simplistic. I have mixed feelings about this track, its almost as if Canibus was running for a touchdown and fumbled at the last second.

The album closes out with some very intelligent statements by Canibus about his reception to hiphop listeners and his contributions to hiphop... His fame due to obscurity...

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So my initial reaction to this album was that it was nice to see this material commercially released, but the fact that only 'In The Rain', 'Mind Control', and 'Talk The Talk' were the only actual new songs in an album that should've been released 4 years ago... I'm kinda on the fence, but falling more towards a positive review due to the albums diversity...

Production: 3
Lyrics: 4
Innovation: 5

Overall: 3.5
Make Me Lose Control
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		Make Me Lose Control
    Eric Carmen
    Manufacturer: Rajon
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000H5VDVS
    Release Date: 2006-08-21

    Tracks:

    1. Make Me Lose Control
    2. Baby I Need Your Lovin'
    3. All for Love
    4. Heaven Can Wait
    5. My Girl
    6. Marathon Man
    7. Run Away
    8. On Broadway
    9. Foolin' Myself
    10. Sleep with Me
    11. Desperate Fools
    12. Last Night
    13. All by Myself
    14. Tonight You're Mine
    15. That's Rock 'N Roll
    16. Haven't We Come a Long Way
    17. End of the World
    18. You Need Some Lovin'
    19. Lost in the Shuffle
    20. Reason to Try
    21. Inside Story
    22. I Think I Found Myself
    23. Someday
    24. Great Expectations
    25. Great Expectations

    Album Description

    New title in the Rajon Black & White Series of 2CD sets slipcase packs. One of the most influential artists of the 1970s and 1980s, Eric Carmen has brought us an amazing variety of music, from power pop songs to stunningly introspective, classically influenced blockbusters. In 1972, Carmen formed The Raspberries and over the next three years the band enjoyed hit after hit in the US and made quite a splash all over the world. After the Raspberries split, he made a name for himself as a songwriter and performer, scoring several Top 20 hits and writing chart-toppers for many of his contemporaries. Of particular note is the epic All By Myself.

    Album Details

    Special Double CD Collection from One of the Most Influential Artists of the 1970s and 1980s. Eric Carmen Has Brought Us an Amazing Variety of Music, from Power Pop Songs to Stunningly Introspective, Classically Influenced Blockbusters. In 1972, Carmen Formed the Raspberries and Over the Next Three Years the Band Enjoyed Hit after Hit in the Us and Made Quite a Splash all Over the World. After the Raspberries Split, He Made a Name for Himself as a Songwriter and Performer, Scoring Several Top 20 Hits and Writing Chart-toppers for Many of his Contemporaries. Includes the Chart Topping Hit "All by Myself" Along with "Tonight You're Mine", "That's Rock N Roll" and "Make Me Lose Control".
    Gloria 2004/Self Control 2004
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Gloria 2004/Self Control 2004
      Laura Branigan
      Manufacturer: Dance Street
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B0002ZXCN0
      Release Date: 2004-09-07

      Tracks:

      1. Self Control [Mindworker Radio Mix]
      2. Self Control [Flip & Fill Remix]
      3. Gloria [Prodygee & Davis Radio]
      4. Gloria [S.A.D. D Club Mix]
      5. Gloria [Discotronix Remix]

      Album Details

      These Original Classics Are Redone on Steroids as it Takes Complete Control with a Much More Punched Up Beat Geared for 21st Century Dancefloors.

      Music:

      1. Sweeney Todd [Cast Recording]
      2. Sweet Charity [Cast Recording]
      3. The Best of Broadway, Vol. 2: The Sound of Music/Annie/On the Town (Original Broadway Casts) [Cast Recording]
      4. The Broadway Musical [Cast Recording]
      5. The Music Man [Cast Recording]
      6. West Side Story
      7. West Side Story: Oscar Peterson Trio
      8. Whistle Down The Wind (1998 Original London Cast) [Cast Recording]
      9. Xanadu [Soundtrack]
      10. You Can't Ask Too Much of My God

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