Set Free

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
Once I was in a trap to sin, a deep, hard trap. But, I didn't even know it. I didn't know the joy I was missing out on until I was set free at age fourteen. I didn't know what life was like. I was in bondage to bitterness, and I didn't know it. I thought it was everybody else that was bitter. I was also held in bondage to lust. I have thought of it before, as a fighter jet that is stuck in a mud pit; gurgling deeper and deeper down below the light. I thought I was good. I thought I was a godly Christian. Oh, what a lie I was living. What a proud, hypocritical, useless life I was living.

But when I was fourteen, I prayed with my parents. As I prayed aloud, my Dad named off all the sins in the book, slowly, one by one. And I confessed them one by one. All the sins that I had ever committed that I could think of, and I thought long and hard about each one. It was not easy. There was a war going on inside of me, and the devil wanted to win. But he didn't, praise God! In Psalms it says, "Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me". So, I prayed that God would bring to light each sin in my life. I started to get excited as more and more got confessed. I was starting to feel guiltless, and forgiven before God, and my parents. Finally, after about three hours, I got to a point that I honestly could not think of any more unconfessed sin in my life. The things that I needed to rectify with others (like stealing), I had already cleared up. And that is how I found freedom!

I remember sitting on the couch after the time of confession. I was so happy, enjoying the love of the Lord. I had never felt so light. I was thinking, "This is what true Christian life is". I couldn't stop smiling and laughing.

Ever since that day of clearing my conscience I have known what the true Christ life is! Praise the Lord! That was the second most important day in my life. The first was when I got saved, the second was when I was set free from sin, and found the Spirit life. I can now talk easily with my parents, like a good friend. I now know how sweet it is to pray. When I sing the song Sweet Hour of Prayer I can sing it from the depths of my heart. It's the same way with many of the old hymns, they have come alive to me now. I had heard them many times before, but my spirit didn't connect with them, until I experienced the genuine Christian life. I can sing them with all of my heart. Now I know what the grace of God is. It is the desire and power the do God's will. I had heard that many times before, but I didn't know what it was until I experienced it. God has given me so much grace that the desire to lust has been completely removed from me, it would only ruin all the joy I have. I love to talk about God. I see now the greatness of Christian fellowship. I now know what it means to have joy like a fountain, and peace like a river. It's like I am the most blessed person in the world. Like that fighter jet is hoisted up out of that mud, and soaring through the clouds, in the bright sunlight as fast as it can go. God has saved me from so much. Before I repented, the Bible was not exciting to me. I did not have a longing to read the precious Word of Life. But now I do. Close fellowship with God is so good. It is the most FUN thing there is. Words cannot describe His love for me. His compassions are new every morning. And such is the resurrection life!!! Jesus set's you absolutely free!!!

Album Description
The Lord gave me a vision for my life soon after this transformation (see About the Artist). It was that I should learn guitar, write songs, and sing. I wanted to show others, and lead them to Jesus's victory. On Christmas 1996 when I was 16 my good parents gave me a guitar. God gave me my first official song when I was 18 (God is So Good to Me), and He has given many since. Each time I get a new one I am amazed at how good it is. This CD is a compilation of the things God has given me to fulfill that vision. God has inspired, and given me all these songs. They are parables, anyone who listens to them on the surface, will be blessed; but if you search them out you will keep finding deeper and deeper truths.

Tracks:

Banks Of The Brazos
Baby, Baby, Don't Tell Me That
Here Lies A Good Old Boy
I've Got A Lot Of Hiding To Do
If I Live Long Enough To Heal
In The Corner, At The Table, By The Jukebox
Leave The Lonely Alone
Little Bitty Slip
Just An Old Man With An Old Song
Shadows Where The Magic Was
The Truth Will Set You Free
When You Stopped Loving Me, So Did I

Customer Reviews:

Good stuff.......2007-05-19

My husband had the opportunity to see James Hand...and talk with him...at a small bar in Richmond. We since then have purchased his CD for other people also.Good Stuff!!! I am not a big country music fan...but I really like his voice...this is real country music.

hard hard and even harder core country!!!.......2007-05-13

There should be a caution label on this cd much like the rappers have on they're cds warning you. If you have been listening to what nashville puts out as country these days and thats all you know James Hand will destroy your mind lol. A celebration of hard core Texas honky tonk and of course its all wonderful. He's much like these extreme hot sauces that can put you in the hospital if your not careful, but once handled you got to go even hotter a pure addiction this brother is James Hand!! Testify!!! Hell this would be too heavy for 1967 country figure it out for 2007 lol. This ol boy aint retro or playing a part hes pure country and thats a fact. Fantastic.

Aged to perfection.......2007-03-03

Now here is one of the best "new" voices to come down the pike. I bought this one on a whim, after reading a few of the earlier reviews; and I'm glad I did. I really cannot do this man justice with a few written words, so you'll just have to buy the CD and enjoy it. James Hand picks up where the great Vernon Oxford left off. True, James continues much in the same vein as Hank Williams and Frankie Miller, but he's also adopted the modern shuffle and rhythm that Vernon Oxford did in his early years. In other words, this is great honky-tonk music. Maybe not quite up to the standards of Charlie Walker, but given time, I think James Hand will put his brand on "bar-room country"....actually, I think he had the potential to rule that sadly-shrinking genre we call Honky-Tonk. He is to Hank Williams, what Justin Trevino is to Johnny Bush, or Dale Watson is to Merle; and most importantly, James is not a mere imitator. There are 12 numbers here, and they're all excellent. Personal favorites include "Little Bitty Slip", "Baby, Baby,.....", and "In the Corner.....". If you've become disheartened (or just plain pissed-off) at the crap being pushed as country music today, then get this one; it will restore your faith. A+++++++++++++++++++++

Love it!.......2007-02-23

I am not a country music fan, but I heard this one played and reviewed on NPR, and ordered it. I may not be a country music fan, but I AM a James Hand fan.

One True Voice.......2007-01-04

James Hand belongs to the tradition of solitary, stoic American males. In literature, the best example is Hemingway's work done before "For Whom The Bell Tolls". In modern cinema, perhaps the only example is Clint Eastwood's last few films as a director. And in the field of country music, the early and late work of Johnny Cash stands with them. Like them, Hand's art depends of authenticity and simplicity: you feel he would rather die than lie, his songs working as hard won synecdoches, making you feel his world is just too deep for words.

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Set Me Free
Marion Raven
Manufacturer: Eleven Seven Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000QJLLSU
Release Date: 2007-06-25

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Set Me Free
Falling Away
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Here I Am
Thank You
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Break You
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For You I'd Die
End Of The Day
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Album Details

22 Year Old Norwegian Born Singer / Songwriter that was Half of the Now Defunct Pop Duo M2m, Along with Marit Larsen. Raven was Later Marketed as a Pop-rock Artist with the Release of her 2005 International Debut Album, Here I Am. She Sang with Meat Loaf on "it's all Coming Back to Me Now", Taken from the Massive "Bat Out of Hell Iii". Collaborators on the Album Include Rock Legends Like Nikki Sixx, Desmond Child and Keith Nelson Buckcherry. Described by Nikki Sixx as 'the Most Talented New Artist I've Worked With'.

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Excellent CD From "God's Property" Alumni
Wish I could give it a few more stars
AWESOME CD
ANOINTED
Myron Has Now Become One Of My Faves..And That's Hard To Do With Me...

Set Me Free
Myron Butler
Manufacturer: EMI Gospel
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

That Place
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Set Me Free
Latter Reign
That's Who You are
Redeemed
Everything
Alright
Survive
Heal The Land

Customer Reviews:

Excellent CD From "God's Property" Alumni.......2006-07-30

When I heard "Set Me Free" on the radio here in Chicago, I knew those voices and production style sounded familiar. I loved the song, then I bought the full CD- and loved all of it! Then when I heard Myron Butler did some things with Kirk Franklin, I went to my "God's Property From Kirk Franklin's Nu Nation" CD, looked through the credits, and noticed that basically all the singers, musicians, and song writers, from the Myron Butler & Levi project played major roles on the God's Property CD. You may remember Myron Butler singing the lead on "Faith" (the song where he said he had "mustard seed" faith). The only thing that surprised me about all this was that MB and the the rest of the talented crew didn't come out with anything as a unit before this (at least as far as I know).

Everything about the two projects is so similar- although they are definitely two distinct projects- and that is an excellent thing! Upbeat songs to go along with the more mellow songs, excellent musicianship by the band, and most importantly, the lyrics of all the songs emphasize a focus on God and our need to uplift Him, and stay true to the course He has laid for us. My personal favorites are "Set Me Free", "I Can", "That's Who You Are", and "Latter Rain", but I can easily listen to the entire CD without skipping a track.

If you liked the "God's Property" sound, you will definitely enjoy this CD. Get it and receive your blessing!

Wish I could give it a few more stars.......2006-04-11

This is an awesome listening experience from beginning to end. Truly spirit-filled anointed music. Stop reading this review and buy this CD right now!!!

AWESOME CD .......2006-04-06

I RECENTLY BOUGHT THIS CD AND I CANT STOP LISTING TO IT. I LOVE EVERY SONG EXPECT "ALRIGHT" THAT IS THE ONLY SONG THAT I DONT LIKE BUT THE REST IS AWESOME. I LOVE IT. I KNEW MYRON BUTLER AS A PRODUCER BUT NEVER AS A SINGER. HE NEEDS TO KEEP ON SINGING AND PUT OUT GREAT PROJECT. THIS PROJECT IS AWESOME. I LOVE IT. "EVERYTHING" AND "LATTER RANI" IS THE BEST. THE LYRICS, THE BACKGROUND SINGERS, THE BAND IT IS JUST HOT. "SET ME FREE" IS MY JAM AND MY NEW FAVORITE SONG. I LOVE THIS CD. IF YOU DONT HAVE IT THEN YOU NEED TO GET IT. IT IS WORTH YOUR MONEY.

ANOINTED.......2006-03-21

THE ENTIRE CD IS GREAT AND THE SPIRIT OF GOD IS TRULY RESTING UPON THIS YOUNG MAN. MY FAVORITE TRACK IS 6 REDEEMED.

Myron Has Now Become One Of My Faves..And That's Hard To Do With Me..........2006-01-09

Man, where has this guy been. I hadn't heard about him until recently when his CD was being reviewed on gospelflava.com. They said he did some work with Kirk Franklin back in the day, so I made it my mandate to check him out. About 2 weeks later, I got his CD as a Christmas gift! And I haven't been able to put this CD down since!!

From the start this CD is a smash. The first 3 songs, "That Place", "I Can", and "Set Me Free", instantly became my favourite songs on the CD. After those songs, the songs are great but not like those 1st three. The beginning of "Set Me Free" also had a kind of Tye Tribbett feel to it, so I really liked that one.

There are so many leaders with chorales/choirs coming out these days it's so hard to keep up: Brent Jones & TP Mobb, Natalie Wilson & SOP, Israel & New Breed, Tye Tribbett & GA are pretty much the best of the bunch. But now you can add a new addition to that group. Myron Butler & Levi are definitely gospel excellence and don't disappoint with this CD. It was well worth the wait.

Kingdom Blessings...

'Dre

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I Love Reliability
My first American Analog set cd
want to like it but cant and this is why
Alas, all good things come to an end
Less Filling, Tastes Great

Set Free
The American Analog Set
Manufacturer: Arts & Crafts
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000AA4LC8
Release Date: 2005-09-20

Tracks:

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Cool Kids Keep
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Sharp Briar
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First of Four
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American Analog Set is one of the most endearing bands you've probably never heard of. AmAnSet, as they are sometimes known, have spent 10 years writing and recording six full-length CDs that are religiously loved by fans; their new disc, Set Free, is likely to be similarly worshipped. Those unfamiliar with the group's gorgeously floaty sounds deserve an analogy, so here's one to get you started: imagine that the late singer/songwriter Elliott Smith did a disc of lullabies, sometimes solo, occasionally backed by Stereolab. Sounds good, doesn't it? In fact, it's great. American Analog Set's beauty lies in its combination of simplicity, candor, and yes, repetition. There are some amazing moments on this disc; "Cool Kids Keep" pulsates with a subtle groove, while "She's Half" contains the kind of fragile beauty that can cause a full body ache. Set Free is the musical equivalent of a an old fleece hoodie. While this music can't change the world, it can make people happier, calmer, and more peaceful...one listener at a time. --Denise Sheppard

Album Description

The Austin-based drone-pop quartet the AMERICAN ANALOG SET evolved from the ashes of Dallas' ELECTRIC COMPANY in 1994. 'Set Free' is the album that the band has been waiting a decade to make and with no time restrictions, no label, no money, and many miles between the members of the band, AmAnSet made it all happen exactly as they wanted it to. It is their strongest, most surprising work to date as it marks the culmination of many years playing together and growing as musicians and as a band. 'Set Free' completes this story with 12 songs about getting over something that never goes away.

Customer Reviews:

I Love Reliability.......2006-07-13

The Austin-based drone-pop group American Analog Set are probably the most consistent band in pop music. Over the course of the last decade or so, they have released 6 LP's of really quite similar music. While some may dismiss this as a lack of versatility, I believe it is really quite remarkable, and a testimony to the talent of this band. Constantly re-inventing oneself (Radiohead) takes guts, talent, and fortitude, yes. But the opposite side of the coin is just as difficult. To continue making records so similar, yet unique, must be a phenomenally difficult thing. Granted, this isn't exactly the most challenging music in the world to create. But to have so many tracks released, and still sounding somewhat fresh, I must applaud their effort.

Set Free, if it must be said based on the above paragraph, is classic AmAnSet. This band is some of the best laid-back party music I've ever heard. Its also fantastic for early morning drives to work when everything seems to be moving too fast. AmAnSet has the unique ability to somewhat slow down time. I find it quite difficult to be up-tight or panicked about anything with AAS playing in the background. Life just moves to a slower beat, and one to which I like walking. The production is solid, if unassuming, and the instrumentals play their parts well to a tee, which one could expect after a decade of making this music. Tracks to surely check out are "Cool Kids Keep" and "She's Half."

My first American Analog set cd.......2006-07-06

I actually heard about this band through Amazon. I was looking at some Death Cab For Cutie, and it said The American Analog set was something I should listen to. I was kind of skeptical when I first heard because I wasn't quite sure what I would think of it. The American Analog Set reminds me of Sigur Ros in the fact that both bands are great to sit down and relax too. They have a steady drum pattern through all the songs. Andrew Kenny's voice is nice and soothing and is great to listen to any time of the day, regardless of what move you are in. The guitars aren't turned up super loud, but the melodies and notes that are used calms you. The point of this music is to relax and feel it. Personally, I listen to these guys all the time when I am driving. It seems to make the time go by faster. If you like any kind of music that relaxes or soothes you, buy this and every other American Analog set cd. It will be worth it.

want to like it but cant and this is why.......2006-06-09

amanset has been one of the more dependable indie outfits over the past decade, achieving maximum results from their strictly minimal approach to composition and production. but as much as i wanted to like this album, and ive given it repeated listenings over the past six months, it just doesnt do it for me. sure, it sounds pleasant enough playing low in the background, but as soon as i start paying attention the flaws become overbearing.

previous efforts had more variance in song structure, with interesting drumwork and hypnotic basslines that provided the energy needed to not just carry the melody along, but sink it deep into your consciousness. once you get beneath the very shallow surface layer of keys and guitar, which doesnt take long, this new collection leaves much to be desired in the creativity dept.. maintaining the same tempo over most of the album, strumming what sounds like the same few notes and chords in a slightly different order, accompanied by rather unengaging drums that serve a merely metronomic purpose. rather than feeling energized, im drained. the few promising moments, such as the immaculate heart suite, have that initial hook but then never really take off and go anywhere, in contrast with tracks (and sequences of tracks) on earlier releases which often build to an unforgettable climax. on promise of love, for example, you can actually feel the desperate anticipation of waiting for julie to come home.. the only anxious longing i felt here was for each song to be over. the absolute worst tracks are cool kids keep and shes half which suffer from an annoying repetition of the title throughout the entire song.

if youre new to amanset, id recommend the golden band first, then know by heart.. the same elements represented poorly here are performed to astonishing perfection on those two albums.

Alas, all good things come to an end.......2006-05-16

I've been a fan of AAS since their first record, and one of the criticisms that's haunted them is that they make the same record over and over. This is not quite true, but Andrew Kenny & co. make such gorgeous music that I for one wouldn't mind if they'd keep making the same record forever. This is apparently not to be, and this is supposedly the last recording they're planning to make after over 10 years as a band.

Whatever the critics say, I can put just about any AAS disc on for nearly any crowd and still get the same positive reaction - despite their unusual and distinct sound, they're easy to "get" right away, which makes it more surprising that they're not more popular.

The basis of their sound is that chugging, percussive strumming and close-miked drums, whispering vocals and keyboards. It's something like a really laid-back Sweet Jane Velvet Underground sound, with the emphasis on hypnotic repetition and drone with an overlay of gorgeous melodies that draw you in - like some weird hybrid stoner pop easy listening music (?). It's quiet but intense, and dark without ever becoming gloomy - the rhythms are always too propulsive for that.

So where does Set Free rank in their output? I'd say it's a half-step below their amazing last two records, Know By Heart (my favorite) and Promise of Love - which is to say that it's better than 99% of the stuff out there. I don't think you could go wrong with any of their records, but Know By Heart is probably the most accessible place to start. Set Free or Promise of Love would be a tie for second place - chances are you'll end up buying a bunch of them once you've heard one.

Less Filling, Tastes Great.......2006-03-10

This is the first disc of this band that I have heard, and am suitably impressed. Good songwriting, nice vocals, and a warm well-engineered sound. I would agree with another reviewer's comparison to The Feelies, who themselves are sort-of descended from the Velvet Underground (Doug Yule era-think What Goes On). AAS seems to inject a little more melody into the mix, and a little less irony. Which, nowadays, is a good thing. Set Free has me definitely interested in digging a little deeper into the AAS catalog.

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The Elf-man Becomes The Hulk
Interesting eclectic mix of non-traditional Elfman music
Elfman did it again
Great Music that Leaves You Begging for More
Not Elfman's best, but a solid score nonetheless

The Hulk (Score)

Manufacturer: Decca U.S.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00009N1ZX
Release Date: 2003-06-17

Tracks:

Main Title
Prolouge
Betty's Dream
Bruce's Memories
Captured
Dad's Visit
Hulk Out!
Father Knows Best
...Making Me Angry
Gentle Giant
Hounds Of Hell
The Truth Revealed
Hulk's Freedom
A Man Again
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The Aftermath
The Phone Call
End Credits
Set Me Free

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If Danny Elfman the film composer seems ever farther from Elfman the former cult rock icon, his work on director Ang Lee's adaptation of the Marvel Comics legend suggests he may be reinventing himself yet again. While he seems to have largely abandoned his melodic interests somewhere south of Sleepy Hollow, the diverse concerns--ranging from bright, propulsive rhythms and repetitive wind phrases through ethnic modalities of (deliberately) undetermined origin and delicate pastoral touches--suggest a textural mindset more akin to Herrmann, but informed by the incandescent, hypnotic cadences and sonorities of Steve Reich and other post-modernists. While he occasionally lapses into the overbearing tribal drum sturm und drang that may have made some listeners of his overwrought Planet of the Apes score yearn for an umbrella, they are at least leavened here by slashing horns and Middle Eastern vocal flourishes. Subtle electronic sound washes ebb and flow throughout, serving up a percolating tension the composer gleefully punctuates with blasts of brass and thunderous percussion. This isn't your mother's--or Lou Ferrigno's--Hulk, and Elfman has done a fine job of musically propelling the big green fella into the 21st century. Also features the Guns N' Roses-meets-Stone Temple Pilots line-up of Weiland, Slash, Duff McKagen, Matt Sorum, and Dave Kushner performing the angular riff-rock of "Set Me Free." --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

The Elf-man Becomes The Hulk.......2007-02-21

Danny Elfman has been the musical voice of many superheroes. While this is neither "Batman" nor "Spider-man", "Hulk" does have some interesting moments in the middle of that Oriental style that most composers want to use in their music these days.
I'm kind of upset that there is no discernible theme for "Hulk", execpt for a six-note motif that is heard all over the CD. There is the music for Bruce Banner and his father, mostly played by, I think, the duduk. Then there is Natacha Atlas who does the odious moaning on this CD. Thank God Elfman isn't at all influenced by the Oriental music style because he uses electronics and percussion to maintain the right balance between the artistic and the classic Hollywood compositions. The action music heard in 'Hulk Out', 'Hounds Of Hell', and 'The Lake Battle' is fantastic and very propulsive, good Elfman compositions. The rock song 'Set Me Free' is the last track of the CD, and deservedly so because it feels like out of context with all the rest of the album.
But not all the Middle-East influence is bad, and neither is Natacha Atlas. Because there is the track called 'Captured', which is the best musical cue of the CD. I don't know why, but when I first heard it in the movie theater, I sorta started dancing to it. It's too cool. I really love that theme, and when I got the CD and listened to it for the first time, I turned up the speakers because it's such a fine piece of music.
"Hulk" is a good composition by Danny Elfman, but I'd say 'Captured' is the real deal on this album, and if you don't like rock, then skip the last track.

Interesting eclectic mix of non-traditional Elfman music.......2005-02-21

Yes, there is alot of percussion which is a staple of Elfman, but in writing the music for a their super-hero franchise, Elfman breaks new ground. Rather than the dark flourishes of Batman & the high flying theme of Spider-Man, The Hulk is a dark score filled witth exotic sounds that actually capture the filmakers vision and provide an interesting listening experience for the listener. I gave this score 3 stars not because its bad, but because its not to my personal taste, and I would not necessarily recommend it. However, if you a collector of Danny Elfman music or super-hero scores, then feel no guilt when you purchase this unique score.

Elfman did it again.......2004-08-20

I Have To admit The soundtrack is alot better than the movie. It is good to listen to. This might be one of his lighter superhero soundtrack scores i heard compare to batman, batman returns & batman Forever. hey the big green guy shouldn't get left out. One thing is to bad they did put the original theme in it like they did for spider-man. that woul of made a great eddition. Set me free was a good song. the only lyeric song in it. so you can't say it's really elfman's cd. Nice work Elfman keep it up. Hope he does one for the sequal.

Great Music that Leaves You Begging for More.......2004-08-16

My only problem with the Hulk score is that there doesn't seem to be enough of it. That isn't Danny Elfman's fault, but the movie didn't leave a great many opportunities for him to flesh out the score. That said, what's here is amazing.

The main theme is suprising. One would expect something loud and clamoring with brass for a character like the Hulk, and while the music does get that way at times, the Hulk's melody is actually a steady, soft melody that resonates with wonder. It almost feels like what you'd hear when looking at DNA, molecules, and whatever else would need to be involved in the Hulk's origin. In the background there is a low, appropriately grand brass.

The score uses this theme to different heights throughout, along with fast-paced drums and occasional synth instruments. The most memorable tune outside of the main theme is a Middle Eastern choral section in the second half of the score, emoting the desolation of a solitary creature like the Hulk (and used for the desert backdrop seen in the movie.)

The finale varies the theme, making it granduer, because in it's simple 12 notes, a score for a movie about science fiction makes it seem like a score for a movie about magic. It peaks curiosity, majesty, and even innocence, and then turns into the backdrop for what the movie entails as a climactic battle.

Danny Elfman has been given a large responsibility among composers. He's had to tackle the objective of composing unique themes for three different well-loved super-heroes: Batman, Spider-man, and now the Incredible Hulk. And because he is such an excellent composer, the Hulk can join these other fine scores, and I can only hope Elfman is brought back for the sequel.

Not Elfman's best, but a solid score nonetheless.......2003-10-10

Seemingly abandoning his more melodic tones for a heavier orchestral vibe, Danny Elfman has churned out another solid film score with The Hulk. Elfman's score was one of the few bright spots of the film; fusing sounds which are very similar to some of his past works with some Middle Eastern-ish tones and electronical blips to create something that isn't very memorable, but enjoyable nonetheless. Elfman's past few scores have either been solid or disappointing; I like his Hulk score more than I did his scores for Spider-Man and Planet of the Apes, but not as much as Sleepy Hollow or Nightmare Before Christmas. The final track on this disc is a song called "Set Me Free" which is performed by Stone Temple Pilots vocalist Scott Weiland and old members of Guns 'N Roses. That track is a nice little extra thrown on the disc, but Elfman's score is the main highlight.

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Superb Jigs and Reels! Exceptional Bodhran!
Definitly a must have
solid record
Nomos now up with the big boys

Set You Free
Nomos
Manufacturer: Green Linnet
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Binding: Audio CD

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Customer Reviews:

Superb Jigs and Reels! Exceptional Bodhran!.......2003-01-23

Failte! Nomos is a young group like Danu, but unlike Danu, they are generally unknown outside of Ireland. Their enthusiasm for traditional Irish music is obvious. "Set You Free" is about not paying the price forever and perhaps the British occupation of Ireland. Bean Dubh an Ghleanna is an old Gaelic song I am accustomed to hearing in pubs. Put a lad with a good voice in front of a pub audience with this song about that dark lass from the Glen and a sprig of Hawthorne on his lapel for the Tuatha De Danann and Leprachans, and you have the only method to quiet down a pub." Frank Torpey provides a bodhran backup to this peice, something I find uniquely good. Frank's playing through the fast paced reels and jigs is exceptionally good. He has a fast triplet style on the front of the drum while altering the pitch on the backside of the drumhead. My only complaint is the group falling back on snare drums. Just give Frank a bunch of tea and Guinness and keep the bodhran going. The biggest bazouki ( deep voiced Octave Mandolin) I have ever seen in my life belongs to this group. It isn't how big your bouzouki is that counts, its how you use it. This seems to be a popular and escalating thing with groups since Altan showed up on stage with a huge Bouzouki. There is very credible bouzouki, fiddle and concertina playing on this album. A concertina to most people looks like a primitive Sailor's instrument. However, it is played fast with tapping style on double and triple notes that counts. NOT easy at all. My wish list starts with the band staying together, doing more albums, getting a lot more U.S. exposure and selling their snare drums to a rock group. Oh yes, no electrical appliances also, such as an electric bass guitar. I suppose it is a matter of US versus Irish taste, but there is too much talent here to play over with rock and roll additions. Ceol de Erin go bragh!

Definitly a must have.......2000-04-06

Nomos displays a unique array of talents in their recordings, with collaborations from many artists specializing in certain instruments. While their performances are certainly much more rousing than their recordings, the music is the same. It evokes a spirit of ancient rituals and modern faith. Their album is a necessary addition to any music-lover's collection.

solid record.......1998-10-20

I have to admit that I don't enjoy this cd as much as their debut for the following reason: after seeing them perform live it is readily apparant that the recording mix levels on "Set You Free" don't allow Nomos to shine as brightly as they can. Everything is sort of buried in the mix together and this is unfortunate given the fact that they are such wonerful musicians. That criticism aside, though, this is a record that I have recommended to others. Perhaps, on their third effort we'll get a solo by Vince, eh?

Nomos now up with the big boys.......1998-06-17

One of the newer wave of Irish folk groups, Nomos is an exciting quintet based in the city of Cork. While their first album, "I Won't Be Afraid Anymore", was impressive, I was inclined to think that lead-singer John Spillane's powerful, slightly husky voice did not always blend well with the very fast and precise instrumental style of fellow group members.

Come the second album, I'm willing to bury such complaints forever. This is a beautifully integrated effort, with the undoubted talents of all members being given rein. Niall Vallely on concertina and Vince Milne on fiddle form the melodic heart of the group, with rhythm coming from Gerry McKee's bouzouki, Frank Torpey's bodhran and John Spillane's bass.

But when Spillane is given his head, his melodic and sometimes haunting songs form a wonderful counterpoint to the full-on traditional instrumentals. I would go so far as to mention Spillane in the same breath as Christy Moore. There is a similar intensity and thoughtfulness to his approach, and he's also unmistakably Irish.

Tracks:

On Warner Music
All My Kin
It's Alright, You're O.K.
The Mutable Mercury
The Town Crusher
The Unthinkable Is True
River High
Every Is A Good Trip
Do Go On
Privileged & Impotent
Oh Dear Friends
An Amateur Thief
In Our Time
Morley Timmons
The O.T.S.
Rip Off The Gift
The Last Good Time

Customer Reviews:

DC Music At Its best.......2000-09-29

If you happen to stumble upon this recording or this review, buy this CD. As a teenager growing up on music by the Jam, Clash, Buzzcocks, or even Scream, Replacements and Fugazi, I was spoiled by quality musicians playing intelligent music. I am happy to say that this now defunct band was as good as any of those. Set You Free is lush, diverse and fulfilling, and it is one of only a handful of records that doesn't contain a disappointing track.

Super!.......1999-10-17

This is a great record. I've spent many an hour listening to this LP: I put on side A, love it, flip it over, it goes on and on and I have to flip it again. Back and forth. I bought it when it came out, and I must have listened to it twenty times the first week I had it. I put it on again just today, and I must say, it still rocks. On this record you will find, much to your delight, tightly moving three-piece rock instrument arrangments; great vocals, both solo and harmonized; some mid or late twenties guys and their families playing Beatlesesque songs to the tone of "Paperback Writer"; wherein the songs are exceptionally well composed in many respects. I say, these are talented fellows with an intelligent and pleasing sense of western harmony well applied to the modern rock sound stage. The album has great karma; it will no doubt improve your life. I don't know what the star ratings mean. I want to give it an "A". I recommend it to my friends.

the other reviews are not for this album??!.......1999-10-13

this is a great record. i don't know what the first two are reviewing, but it is obviously the antithesis of chisel.

This disc is at my side at all times........1998-05-16

Though the disc is sub-titled "The Home Recordings," there isn't a lack of quality in production. From the beautiful opening ballad "Latter Days" OTR's Karen Bergquist weaves a golden tapestry of honey-like songs that will leave you dripping with emotion undoubtedly tug at your heartstrings. The disc focuses its attention on human brokenness and our need for "everything" as alluded to in the second track "All I Need Is Everything." Though all the tracks are noteworthy "Latter Days," "All I Need Is Everything" and "The Seahorse" shine out the brightest. Songwriter Linford Detweiler, the band's founding member, is as literate and keen as they come. In "Latter Days" Detweiler penned: "What a beautiful piece of heartache this has all turned out to be. Lord knows we've learned the hard way all about healthy apathy. And I use these words pretty loosely. There's so much more to life than words." Detweiller hit the nail on the head, there's much more to life than words--there's music. OTR's latest release won't leave you disappointed. I'm looking forward to a new release in what I hope to be the near future.

Crafting music Over the Rhine-style.......1998-05-05

Here is yet another remarkable recording by one of the most intelligent bands making music today. The spare lyrics quietly fit the music; neither is sacrificed to the other. Lead singer Karin Bergquist's voice is luminous, allowing the poetry of such songs as "Latter Days," "All I Need Is Everything," and "Poughkeepsie" to root in the listener's ear like an ohrworm, finding a snug home there. Those who appreciate music which is not afraid to doubt, to investigate what it is that makes us human, will clasp this CD tightly once they've heard it.

Tracks:

Waltz of Joy
Tribal Gregorian
Jungle Jam
Javalon
I Set Myself Free
Moving On
Mother of the World
Chambers of the Heart
Lotus Opening
Into the Center
Galactic Chalice
Celestial Communion

Album Description

Set Free deserves a place next to the symphonic space-music classic of Novus Magnificat. This release journeys even deeper into the intensely moving electronic soundscapes that was developed in other recordings. Newly noticeable are rhythmic influences from the Balinese and African cultures that are unabashedly ritualistic and celebratory in nature. But, Demby has not forgotten her roots; the last four tracks, taken together, create a majestic celestial voyage for inner travelers.

"Set Free is a recording of beautiful creative virtuosity....ecstatic, majestic, meditative spacemusic. " - New Frontier

"The best music Constance Demby has ever written. I believe that Set Free will set a new standard. This is truly space/new age music at its best. Pick up Set Free and listen to a masterpiece." - Synthesis

"An extraordinary release... Rhythmic influences that are unabashedly ritualistic and celebratory, plus a majestic celestial voyage for inner travelers. Set Free is a first-rate album by an artist in her prime. " - New Age Retailer

"A rich, diverse and fascinating album, bubbling with vibrant life, full of tenderness and grand magnificence, joyful orchestral anthems and a general mood of celebration and high energy. - Heartsong Review

"There is in this music a spirit of joy and breakthrough so deep, so full that it deserves a worldwide audience. Set Free demonstrates Demby's range, her capacity to explore another phase of the great cycle, another mood, another window on another world. - Pathways

"The new album by Constance Demby is the most astonishing to date. There is visionary force, an internal dynamic and purity, and immense feeling in this work.. At a time when the Schulzes, Tangerine Dreams and others! still swear by their drum machines, here is electronic music which surpasses our expectations. "- Crystal Infos

"Albums like this one will make you realize that we don't quite know yet what New Age music is all about. ....with its overflow of sounds, it might make much of your recorded collection seem tame.." - Arizona Light

"...In some ways she's becoming more masterful... Mother of the World, with its soaring piano solos, shrouded vocals, and soaring string accompaniments, is one of the most poignant melodic moments in Demby's repertoire. The whole thing is assembled with such freshness, skill and expressive validity that it's hard to resist." - CD Review

Customer Reviews:

This is her best........2004-06-26

Many of Constance Demby's CDs contain music having a common mood. Set Free offers a wide variey of sounds all of which are wonderful. This is definitely her best music.

Breadth of Expression.......2003-09-29

For all that I listen to a lot of music which is listed as new age, I have to confess that I have no clue what that really is. A great deal of bubblegum and elevator music masquerades itself under the new age label. Most of this quickly reveals its vapid side. And what I want when I listen to this genre is hardly vapid. The best generalization I can make is that New Age music can be recognized by a tendency to use pretentious titles. Otherwise, it is all over the map.

I tend to do make my own definitions here. Many instrumentalists fall unter the heading of light Jazz - perhaps a bit more melodic that standard jazz fare. At the other extreme is what I think of as 'space music.' Weird sounds drawn out over time that emulates the movement of stellar bodies - slow and stately. Some of the latter is not particularly easy to listen to, and some is quite accessible.

Constance Demby is a musician who has manages to straddle the two extremes without a blink of discomfort. While she made her name with Novus Magnificat, the album - Set Free - is more typical of her overall styles. The first set of cuts are highly listenable works, often bordering on song styling. Some of the works, like I Set Myself Free are every bit as good as any popular music of the time.

The last four pieces are developments from her more serious side - all are classifiable as space music, and the proceed from easy listening to several works (especially Mother of the World) that will take some effort on the part of the listener. I have remarked elsewhere that this isn't my favorite kind of music, but Demby, who has real compositional skills makes them interesting and unusual.

Demby displays not only compositional skill, but superb performance values as well. Pretentious titles aside, this is all worth listening to. Normally, I recommend Novus Magnificat to folks who are interested in this genre. But Set Free's overall accessibility makes it another possible taking off point.

The most important new age recording...EVER !.......2003-05-10

I'm a huge aficionado of contemorary instrumental music even though it seems there is so little of it that I feel really speaks to me. The music of SET FREE speaks to me, and in a very, very big way. Of all the 1000's of CD's I have listened to, this one ranks NUMBER ONE. Constance Demby is definitely one of the best of this genre, although I feel that most of her career has unfortunately been spent on music that is too...um...ambient for me.

This CD demonstrates the sheer virtuosity Demby is capable of performing if she ever chose to make her music just a little more mainstream. The CD ends with several of those "ambient" tracks that I was referring to, (which are terrific if you like that kind of music) but what I would otherwise say is to let the first seven or eight tracks stand on their own. This is the closest I've ever heard synthesizer music sounding so classical and timeless in style. This CD is a magical, spiritual masterpiece!

Divine Music of the Spheres.......2002-10-18

I listened to Set Free for the first time in complete darkness after midnight on a Friday night. When the C.D. was over, I could not physically move--I was pinned to the floor and my spirit seemed to be in communion with "All That Is."

Relaxing.......2002-09-10

This music is ethereal, repetitive and relaxing. It really does have a noticeable (good!) effect not just on your mood, but on your body. I like to listen to this when I am doing something intricate, like needlework, because it keeps me from getting too tensed up.

Average customer rating:

this mixtape is a killa

The Truth Shall Set You Free
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Manufacturer: Invasion Grp Canada
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Customer Reviews:

this mixtape is a killa.......2007-04-17

man ever song on this is tight. i got this cd but it is called pre-release theraphy. these are the same tracks. if anybody would have heard this, they would killed to get luda's new cd.

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Rebirth of Mothra 3

Manufacturer: Adv Films
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Opening/The Legend Is Set Free
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Second Coming of the Greatest Foe
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Sound of the Blade of Sadness
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