It's Time

Track Listings
1. When I See the Blood (The Passover)    
2. Mama    
3. Somebody's Knocking    
4. I'm Changed    
5. Greatest Worship    
6. Prelude    
7. Born Again    
8. You Can Make It    
9. He Steps In    
10. Rapture Me    
11. I Want to Grow    
12. Prelude (Reprise)    

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It's Time
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great music
  • Michael Buble is WONDERFUL!
  • Another well done CD
  • Fantastic CD
  • He just can't do the blues....only slightly convincing
 It's Time
Michael Bublé
Manufacturer: Home
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00070Q7VO
Release Date: 2005-02-08

Tracks:

  1. Feeling Good
  2. A Foggy Day (In London Town)
  3. You Don't Know Me
  4. Quando, Quando, Quando - duet featuring Nelly Furtado
  5. Home
  6. Can't Buy Me Love
  7. The More I See You
  8. Save the Last Dance For Me
  9. Try A Little Tenderness
  10. How Sweet It Is
  11. Song For You - featuring Chris Botti
  12. I've Got You Under My Skin
  13. You And I

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Michael Bublé's assured debut and the tireless year of globe-trotting touring he spent promoting it elevated the 20-something Vancouver native into the first rank of pop crooner revivalists. His sophomore studio follow-up largely turns on the same formula that helped make his considerable vocal prowess so attractive to mainstream audiences, mixing the nigh flawless, if expected Sinatra-channeling ("I've Got You Under My Skin") with more playful and inviting renditions of pop standards like the Gershwin's "A Foggy Day in London Town," "Feeling Good," "Try A Little Tenderness" and Cole Porter's "I've Got You Under My Skin." But it's the eclectic mix of more contemporary material the singer seasons them with -- apt tribute to Bublé hero Bobby Darin -- that keeps him walking the narrow tightrope between artistic intrigue (a blues-tinged vamp of Holland-Dozier-Holland's "How Sweet It Is," Leon Russell's lovely "Song For You," with a guest turn by Chris Botti) and the kitsch-laden abyss ("Quando, Quando, Quando"'s Euro-centric duet with Nelly Furtado, a ring-a-ding-fling with the Beatles' "Can't Buy Me Love" that echoes fellow Canadian crooner/rival Matt Dusk's more successful flirtation with Lennon-McCartney). Arranger/producer Tommy LiPuma offers Bublé a welcome swinging jazz showcase on "The More I See of You," a bracing respite from the rest of producer David Foster's slick, if typically bloodless MOR production. -- Jerry McCulley [Note: A special edition including two bonus tracks--"Dream a Little Dream" and "Mack the Knife"--is also available.]

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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great music.......2007-07-16

He is my favorite new singer. Very reminiscent of Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and the great Swing music of the 40's.

5 out of 5 stars Michael Buble is WONDERFUL!.......2007-07-16

If you like easy listening music that`s reminiscent of Frank Sinatra, then you`ll love Michael Buble. I haven`t heard any artist this fantastic in years. This CD is the one you put in when you want to relax.

5 out of 5 stars Another well done CD.......2007-07-14

This is another very well done cd by Michael Bublé. If you like his work, you'll enjoy this new edition.

5 out of 5 stars Fantastic CD.......2007-07-05

This is a great CD - if you like Michael Buble's current CD (Call Me Irresponsible) you will like this one as well. This album has more slow songs on it than the current album, but still sexy and fun.

3 out of 5 stars He just can't do the blues....only slightly convincing.......2007-07-02

I like Mike. He's a talented guy, but this, and the Call Me Irresponsible CD are just ok. He makes a few attempts in areas where he is not proficient, doesn't have the training, or the voice, but makes a decent go of it. However, the end result simply isn't convincing. He should stick with covers as he did in his opener, and even then, try not to make them his own by changing the musical accompaniment vastly. Good Jazz/Crooner, stick with it! Don't let the producers get in your way.
It's Only Time
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Awesome
  • A Great CD
  • Great CD, not for young ears however!
  • drake bell cd
  • Better than one would expect?
 It's Only Time
Drake Bell
Manufacturer: Umvd Labels
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000K7UGYS
Release Date: 2006-12-05

Tracks:

  1. Up Periscope
  2. I Know
  3. Do What You Want
  4. It's Only Time
  5. Found a Way (Acoustic)
  6. Makes Me Happy
  7. Fool the World
  8. Fallen for You
  9. Rusted Silhouette
  10. Break Me Down
  11. End It Good

Tracks:

  1. Nickelodeon footage of Drake performing acoustic on Nick's rooftop (he teaches viewer how to play/sing the theme song)
  2. Outtakes of Photo Shoot
  3. Acoustic performance B-roll
  4. "I Know" video

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Drake Bell would like to take some time and tell you what he really wants to say, or at least that's what he sings on "Rusted Silhouette," one of the thoroughly charming pop tunes he glides through on this, his major-label debut. What he put thought into saying on It's Only Time isn't exactly earth-shattering--the teen-targeted, relationship stuff he's spouting has been set forth a million different ways before. But there's something in Bell's punched-up delivery and the sunniness of his Beatles-inspired music that compels the helpless listener--even if she's not 11, even if she's never heard of his Nickelodeon TV show Drake & Josh--to keep humming along. That something is charisma. Not only does Bell have excellent hair, as throngs of swollen-hearted admirers have observed on fan sites, he also has a regular-dude persona he's skilled at channeling with just his voice. He's the guy every guy wants, or wanted, to be in high school: cool, chummy, a babe magnet. Former geeks and goths may take issue, but expect an eventual conversion. It's Only Time, most likely, and Bell knows it. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Awesome .......2007-07-04

The cd and dvd i watched the dvd the music video is awesome and the singing is awesome too mine came with a sticker enclosed .

5 out of 5 stars A Great CD.......2007-06-13

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Only Time Year: 2005 Artist: Drake Bell Genre: Pop





I love this guy named Drake Bell who is a famous singer celebrity person! Ever since I went to one of Drake Bell's concerts at the Galleria Mall in Cheektowaga. I actually got his autograph and even talked to him it was actually like I was in heaven! The main reason why I am telling you about this C.D. is because I am trying encourage you to by this it because of Drake's amazing voice and personality. On this C.D. it includes eleven tracks and they are all the best songs in the whole entire world in my opinion of course. The first track is UP PERISCOPE time 3:15,#2 I KNOW time 3:46, #3 DO WHAT YOU WHAT time 3:26, #4 IT'S ONLY TIME time 4:00 #5 FOUND A WAY (acoustic guitar) time 3:03, #6 MAKES ME HAPPY time 2:08, #7 FOOL THE WORLD time 4:43, #8 FALLEN FOR YOU time 3:17, #9 RUSTED SILHOUETTE time 3:09, BREAK ME DOWN time 2:07, #11 End IT GOOD time 1:46. Plus a bonus DVD of his personal guitar lessons and as well as his own actual life style. Also, on his C.D. is drake bell actually on set filming a music video how cool is that! My opinion on this C.D. is that the songs are very well written and very sung by the one and the only drake bell. This is what I think about the C.D. its me and actually buy this C.D. and start listening to drake bell more often because of this review!!!!

4 out of 5 stars Great CD, not for young ears however!.......2007-05-23

I bought this CD for my daughter's (who are 6 and 4) because they really enjoy the Drake & Josh show and hoped they could enjoy Drake's music as well. Heck, I'm 28 and I even watch the show! But, I do have to admit that I was a bit shocked at the sexually charged lyrics of "Up Periscope". I know that Drake is not attached to Josh's hip in the real world even though they are so often packaged as a pair. He's a young man now who is entitled to his private, adult life. He surely doesn't live in the world of Nickelodeon 24-7 and no one should expect him to remain the innocent little boy we knew from the Amanda show. However, Drake DOES have a show on Nickelodeon which draws a huge fan base of young viewers. Singing about ripping off his partners' clothing and having sex multiple times isn't my idea of music suited for small ears. I was so impressed when Josh Peck attributed part of his amazing weight loss to wanting a be a healthy role model for his young fans. I sincerely thought this CD would be cute bubblegum pop that the 14 and under set could enjoy, but I now know that is not so. My kids can listen to "Found A Way" and Mommy can enjoy the other tunes in private :) He is a very talented singer and musician who will hopefully come out with more albums in the future. Just go easy on the naughty lyrics, would ya Drake?? Little kiddos are listening whether you care or not! I guess The Naked Brother's Band is more our speed at the moment.

5 out of 5 stars drake bell cd.......2007-05-09

My son loves Drake and Josh show, so he was excited to get this CD.

3 out of 5 stars Better than one would expect?.......2007-04-22

My kids like the show and I have to admit I have watched it with them on more than one occasion.This cd, other than the theme song, has nothing really to do with the show.That's a good thing as the show is definitely much more juvenile in nature and Bell's music talents far outweigh his acting ones.That said, this cd is very busy, as though Bell tried too hard to distance himself from the character of the tv show and prove his worth as a musician/singer/songwriter.He(and/or his songwriting team)is/are obviously influenced by Jellyfish, Michael Penn,Jon Brion and others.However, this cd lacks the depth and brilliance of these other artists and never really seems to hit on all cylinders.Many of the songs have too similar arrangements,styles and personas (with one or two exceptions)to be a diverse album, making the cd a bit one- dimensional.Still a good,not great effort, and better than alot of the garbage(not the band) out there.Give it a listen.
High School Musical 2: What Time Is It
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		High School Musical 2: What Time Is It
    Original Soundtrack
    Manufacturer: Disney
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    ASIN: B000QFCD72
    Release Date: 2007-07-17

    Tracks:

    1. Untitled Track
    What Time Is It?
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS
    • Chilli Sauce!!!
    • a flashback bomb from around the way
    • Somebody Bring Me A Mirror !
    • Pretty Good
    		 What Time Is It?
    The Time
    Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
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    ASIN: B000002KXX
    Release Date: 1990-10-25

    Tracks:

    1. Wild And Loose
    2. 777-9311
    3. Onedayi'mgonnabesomebody
    4. The Walk
    5. Gigolos Get Lonely Too
    6. I Don't Wanna Leave You

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    Junking '70s-funk cliches for a stripped-down sound (keyboards and synthesizers replaced the horns) built around a hard-rockin' guitar and a tougher-than-tough rhythm section--all topped off with a heapin' helping of humor--this Minneapolis-based sextet was once the best funk band in the land. This second LP is the best single album from the act, which soon imploded, owing to an over-abundance of talent. Bug-eyed vocalist Morris Day and guitarist Jesse Johnson went on to semi-successful solo careers; keyboardist Jimmy Jam and bassist Terry Lewis became a mega-platinum writing/production team (Janet Jackson, most notably); drummer extraordinaire Jellybean Johnson and keyboardist Monte Moir were the other members. Co-produced by Day and Jamie Starr (a.k.a. Prince), this six-song 1982 effort sports three wall-rattling party-starters: the self-explantory "Wild and Loose," the tongue-in-cheek dance tune "The Walk," and the still-percolating, knotty-but-nice rhythms of "777-9311." Toss in a "New Wave"-style rocker, a droll take on the obligatory love-man ballad, and the band's straight-faced answer to the titular question ("Time to fix your clock!") is O-B-V-I-O-U-S. --Don Waller

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS.......2007-07-13

    I THINK THAT THIS IS THEIR BEST ALBUM, BUT YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH THE TIME.

    4 out of 5 stars Chilli Sauce!!!.......2007-04-12

    Ok...we all know that Prince, the genius that he is ,is responsible for all the music , backup vocals, instruments etc...but if we can look beyond that...this is just one big sexy party album. I agree that "Gigolos Get Lonely Too" is just begging to be re-made!!! (i think J.T. would be cool wit it) 777-9311 show cased just how Cool Morris Day was. It may have been Prince Behind the scenes but Morris was the only choice to make for the front man 4 the Time. This era in music did more than influence what we listened to but also how we dressed and talked! it was cool...Yayyess!!! Memories of sliding sideways in Stacey Adams at the Prom Yelling "Chilli Sauce"

    4 out of 5 stars a flashback bomb from around the way.......2007-02-24

    money well spent if you like the old school beats.

    5 out of 5 stars Somebody Bring Me A Mirror !.......2006-11-19

    The Time without a doubt is one of the funkiest R&B groups to come out of Minnesota and the best side project Prince ever had a hand in. At only six tracks the disc can easily go toe-toe with most R&B discs released today. The huge hit 777-9311 is guaranteed to get an old school party started as is the self-explanatory dance song The Walk. Going with more epic jam-orientated songs through out the entire disc the group does plenty of partying. Fiannly Morris Day even manages to offer a respectable ballad with "Gigolos Get Lonely Too" which is just itching to be remade. The Time may not have been the most soulful band to come out of Minnesota that titles goes to Mint Condition but they sure are the funkiest.

    3 out of 5 stars Pretty Good.......2006-09-25

    this era of Prince was his best to me in terms of the sounds&vibe he was creating through the time. none of these songs are particular memorable,but the instrumentation is still remembered. the Bass Solo on "777-9311" along with the Drum programming that Prince was coming up with was tight. "the Walk" was cool. we will never know just how god the time truly could have been because prince was worried about them big time. The Time showcased themselves more on Stage, than on Record. Time Records were mainly Prince,Dez Dickerson,&Morris Day& some other minor contributions here&there. 1982 to me was the last time Prince had his sound together.he was in the Groove back at that time.
    Donnie Darko (Score)
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Donnie Darko
    • just wanted "mad world"
    • Gary Jules' remake of Mad World is superb!
    • Liked only one cut
    • Atmospheric and all-around cool.
    		 Donnie Darko (Score)
    Michael Andrews
    Manufacturer: Everloving
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    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00006471F
    Release Date: 2002-04-02

    Tracks:

    1. Carpathian Ridge
    2. The Tangent Universe
    3. The Artifact & Living
    4. Middlesex Times
    5. Manipulated Living
    6. Philosophy of Time Travel
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    Album Description

    The original score, to 2001 indie film, written & performed by Michael Andrews includes 'Mad World' featuring Gary Jules. Enjoy Records. Digipak.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Donnie Darko.......2007-07-03

    I was drawn to buy this CD because of hearing Michael's arrangement and Gary Jules rendition of "Mad World" which was originally recorded by Tears for Fears way back when. I glad I did. The music was written as the underscore for a Science Fiction movie by the same name and now I really want to see this film. The music is other worldly, ethereal and strange in a good way!

    2 out of 5 stars just wanted "mad world".......2007-01-09

    loved the mad world track from the Gears of War video game. was hoping the rest of the album was as cool, but it is all instrumentals. a little disappointing, i must admit.

    5 out of 5 stars Gary Jules' remake of Mad World is superb!.......2007-01-06

    Gary Jules' remake of this great past favorite (Mad World) is superb! The accompanying tracks on this album are not my style, but I didn't buy this for the other tracks. For that I feel this score is quite impressive.

    2 out of 5 stars Liked only one cut.......2007-01-04

    I bought this CD for the song "Mad World". Unfortunately it was the only one I liked, but I've spent more money on dumber things.

    4 out of 5 stars Atmospheric and all-around cool........2006-06-05

    Michael Andrews is one of today's best composers. His score for the little-known sci-fi flick "Cypher" was brilliant, and although his music in Donnie Darko is never quite as good (after all, DD was one of his first real scoring jobs), it is a somber, weird, sometimes beautiful album.
    Andrews uses many bizarre non-musical instruments and female vocals to great effect, and creates an ambient, sad world that works regardless of your having seen the film.
    His song "Mad World" is one of the saddest and most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
    The disk isn't very long--just a little over thirty-seven minutes as I recall. But definitely recommended.
    Harem
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • harem
    • New to Sarah Brightman
    • Stranger in Paradise - More Like Stranger in a Lost Cause
    • No voice like hers in the world
    • Brilliant Brightman, Her best CD.
    		 Harem
    Sarah Brightman , and Frank Peterson
    Manufacturer: Angel Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00008W2QZ
    Release Date: 2003-06-10

    Tracks:

    1. Harem
    2. What A Wonderful World
    3. It's A Beautiful Day
    4. What You Never Know
    5. The Journey Home
    6. Free
    7. Mysterious Days
    8. The War Is Over
    9. Misere Mei
    10. Beautiful
    11. Arabian Nights
    12. Stranger In Paradise
    13. Until The End Of Time
    14. You Take My Breathe Away

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    If one's notion of "world music" promises a touch of the exotic and indigenous, often overlooked is the fact that the influence of western pop music has seeped into every corner of the globe, creating a hybrid that's often more than merely the sum of its influences. Theater vet Brightman steps into that pan-cultural hall of mirrors here, wedding her fascination with the music and rhythms of the "forbidden places" (the title's Arabic meaning) of the Middle East to her own oft ethereal vocal charms and rock-solid sense of drama. And if the diva's equally sound crossover sensibilities (and that of longtime producer Frank Peterson) sometimes mire it in familiar world-beat pastiche, Brightman's charmed muse manages some transcendent moments nonetheless. Her musical borrowings (Borodin for the title track; Puccini's *Madame Butterfly* for "It's a Beautiful Day") are as compelling as her choice of collaborators: classical violin star Nigel Kennedy and Iraqi vocalist Kadim Al Sahir add compelling touches to the weary timeliness of "The War is Over." The musical influences range from Europe across the Mediterranean and as far East as the Indian roots of "Bollywood" composer A.R. Rahman's "The Journey Home" and Brightman's own "You Take My Breath Away" to evocative recastings of the emblematic standards "Stranger in Paradise" and Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World," while ex-Killing Joke keyboardist Jaz Coleman provides the savory East-meets-West orchestrations that ensure Brightman's star turns the seamless foundations they deserve. --Jerry McCulley

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    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars harem .......2007-05-28

    As usual a quick and effecient service ,especially for people who live abroad.Keep up the excellent work John Williams.

    4 out of 5 stars New to Sarah Brightman.......2007-03-12

    I'm very new to Sarah brightman's music and I enjoy this CD. I think she has an amazing voice. Very talented young woman and this cd was very relaxing and joyful to listen to. I like to learn and heard more from Sarah Brightman.

    3 out of 5 stars Stranger in Paradise - More Like Stranger in a Lost Cause.......2006-12-30

    I'm not throughly pleased with this album! This CD is only good if you know how to dance in a Middle-Easters fashion. About half of each track is dominated by all orchestrations and no Sarah. Plus, Pop-Sarah isn't really for me. I much prefer the Classical-Sarah. Some of the tracks are okay, like "Harem", "The Journey Home", "Beautiful", and "Stranger in Paradise". Really, this is a good CD for your collection, but I wouldn't listen to it on a 24/7 basis.

    5 out of 5 stars No voice like hers in the world.......2006-10-01

    I own this cd. I saw her in person at the "Harem" concert. Never had I heard or seen any voice like this. What a performer, best concert I'd ever seen. Beautiful voice, I can never get enough of Sarah Brightman's music. It is so comforting at times. I have all her music and this cd makes you wonder, how can she top this? Thank you Sarah Brightman for giving us your beautiful gift of music.

    5 out of 5 stars Brilliant Brightman, Her best CD........2006-09-18

    Sarah is just the best, she can hit any note and her individuality shines on this CD. She sings "The Journey Home" from the musical Bombay Dreams and her voice just soars. "Harem", "Mysterious Ways" and "You Take My Breah Away" are songs that take me to dreamland. Amazing! A master piece!
    It's About Time
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • Great Debut...
    • A must-have
    • Classic SWV, Classic CoCo, Classic Material..............
    • one of the stand-out albums of the 1990s girl group invasion!
    • honest
    		 It's About Time
    SWV
    Manufacturer: RCA
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000002WMU
    Release Date: 1992-10-27

    Tracks:

    1. Anything
    2. I'm So Into You
    3. Right Here
    4. Weak
    5. You're Always On My Mind
    6. Downtown
    7. Coming Home
    8. Give It To Me
    9. Blak Pudd'n
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    11. Think You're Gonna Like It
    12. That's What I Need
    13. SWV (In The House)
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    15. Right Here (Human Nature Remix)

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    Once En Vogue proved that old-fashioned gospel-soul female harmonies could create sparks with modern street beats, every record company went looking for young singers to hook up with new-jack-swing producers. Those efforts bear fruit with SWV, which stands for Sisters with Voices, and the three teenaged singers from New York really do have great pipes, capable of a distinctive sound that can dominate a production rather than the other way around. Cheryl "Coko" Gordon, the trio's lead singer, boasts a great range that allows her to sound tough and sultry in her gritty alto, and romantic and flirty in her trilling soprano. SWV's debut album includes 13 different songs, plus two alternate mixes, and the best tracks are the 10 written and produced by Brian Alexander Morgan, who knows how to create the melodies that all great harmonies must start with. The first single, "Right Here," features a very funky, push-and-pull rhythm track, but the three singers reclaim the song with harmonies that are very percussive themselves but with lots of melody and romantic personality as well. The single, "Weak," is a ballad that allows Gordon to confess her infatuated weakness without ever sounding like a weakling as she hits the beats confidently and purrs in anticipation. --Geoffrey Himes

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Great Debut..........2007-03-22

    This is a great start to SWV's career but their second album "New Beginning" was their best album to date. On this album they had a lot of smash hits like "Weak", I'm so Into You, "Downtown",and "Human Nature". They had a few uptempo songs that sounded good, but they exceled on their ballads "It's About Time" and "What I Need". All the SWV fans should have this album and SWV is working on some new material so look out for them.

    F.Y.I. Check out Lelee's interview on life after SWV in April 2007 edition of Sister 2 Sister magazine. You will be moved.

    5 out of 5 stars A must-have.......2007-01-05

    This SWV CD was one of the best ones out at the time and you can still groove to the songs on this one.

    5 out of 5 stars Classic SWV, Classic CoCo, Classic Material.....................2006-11-25

    Loved:
    I'm So Into You
    Weak
    Anything
    Downtown
    You're Always on My Mind
    It's About Time
    Right Here
    Black Puddin

    5 out of 5 stars one of the stand-out albums of the 1990s girl group invasion!.......2006-02-19

    "It's About Time" takes me back to my young days, as a pre-teen. I remember well, listening to tracks on this album, on our local R&B radio station. What made SWV stand out, as a trio, was their great ability to blend different voice types together. They all had lower voices, but Coco, in particular, demonstrated her command of her lovely alto range. This is heard especially on tracks like "I'm So Into You" (with the infectious hook, and catchy melody) and "Weak" (which was later covered by that teen pop star, JoJo---their version is FAR superior to hers, by leaps and bounds). My favorite cut is "Right Here (Human Nature Remix)." This combines a sample of "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson, with their lovely vocals.

    These are the types of songs you put on, when you and your sweetie are getting together for a romanctic evening. Just turn the tracks on, pour the wine, and enjoy these Sisters With Voices. ......

    3 out of 5 stars honest.......2005-09-15

    Who doesn't remember 'weak'? This girl group was very good, I don't know why they broke up but they were good.
    Ennio Morricone - Film Music, Vol.1
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • No Fistful of Ennio
    • I would call some of these pieces "newage"...
    • Simply a 'Must Purchase' for those with a passing interest in Morricone's work
    • ENNIO MORRICONE - FILM MUSIC, VOL. 1
    • A collection of Morricone's most popular and entertaining
    		 Ennio Morricone - Film Music, Vol.1

    Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00000DR51
    Release Date: 1992-06-29

    Tracks:

    1. The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
    2. Maddalena: Come Maddalena
    3. The Sicilian Clan: The Sicilian Clan
    4. The Life And Times Of David Lloyd George (BBC TV): Chi Mai
    5. Investigation Of A Citizen Above Suspicion: Investigation Of A Citizen Above Suspicion
    6. Moscow Farewell: Moscow Farewell
    7. Espion Leve Toi: Marcia In La
    8. Lady Caliph: Lady Caliph
    9. Battle Of Algiers: The Battle Of Algiers
    10. The Infernal Trio: The Infernal Trio
    11. La Banquiere: Dedicace
    12. For Love One Can Die: For Love One Can Die
    13. Sacco And Vanzetti: Sacco And Vanzetti
    14. The Tragedy Of A Ridiculous Man: La Tragedia Di Un Uomo Ridicolo
    15. Quartiere: Romanza Quartiere
    16. Once Upon A Time In The West: Once Upon A Time In The West
    17. The Mission: On Earth As It Is In Heaven (Remix)

    Customer Reviews:

    3 out of 5 stars No Fistful of Ennio.......2007-01-31

    Ennio Morricone wrote great soundtrack music, that's for certain. But no retrospective of his work is complete without the inclusion of more than one lone example from the three mid-60's "spaghetti westerns" he scored for Sergio Leone and Clint Eastwood. Anyone familiar with the UNITED ARTISTS label LPs of "Fistful Of Dollars," "For A Few Dollars More" and "The Good, The Bad And The Ugly" might agree with this.

    As for what's here-- most of ENNIO MORRICONE * FILM MUSIC Volume 1 is forgettable incidental stuff. Except for "The Battle Of Algiers (Theme)," the opening and closing tracks are the best. They bookend what turns out to be a disappointing collection, lacking in both liner notes and the brilliance Morricone demonstrated over a 30 year span.

    5 out of 5 stars I would call some of these pieces "newage"..........2006-08-02

    Moscow Farewell is definitely my pick of the lot. Sacco And Vanzetti was a pleasant surprise once I listened to it a couple of times. It is lively and could be played on a wedding dance floor for the whole family. This is great album to listen to while in bed!

    5 out of 5 stars Simply a 'Must Purchase' for those with a passing interest in Morricone's work.......2005-09-13

    Arguably one of the greatest (if not the greatest) Film composer of the 20th Century. Not only has he scored some of the most influential and instantly recognisable pieces of film music during his roughly 50 years of composing atmospheric film scores. Whether he's providing the spooky dramatics for a spaghetti Western" or constructing the ingenious use of classical arrangements of brooding cinematic pieces, he has (in most cases) consistently delivered contemporary music that has provided the atmospheric foil for the picture in question. And with a collection of musical influences that were as far ranging as: classical, jazz, pop, rock, electronic, avant-garde, and Italian music, he is able to deliver a variety of film scores that are as diverse as they are beautifully composed.

    This compilation is collection of some of the seminal, gritty, theatrical, and dramatic film music, that would go on to define his career, via reflective orchestration and memorable motifs, ingenious use of diverse arrangements and instrumentation. There is a majority of his highlights on this disc, with the magnificently brooding "The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly" opening the disk. what follows is a truly sublime collection of music that is in parts truly beautiful and utterly atmospheric, so tracks such as "Once Upon A Time In The West", benefit from the haunting melodies and stirring volins, that are possibly more in tone with orchestrated music than contemporary music. Or the quiet piano introspection and melancholic arrangements that make up "Moscow Farewell", are simply deserving of being placed amongst the finest soundtrack compositions ever. "Dedicace", contains some of the most litting melodies in recent memory, impossibly sad and affecting, it is a haunting bittersweet composition that is both organic & reflective, over which the volins provide the musical backdrop. And that's without the mention of "For Love One Can Die", the autumnal orchestrated track, that pulls from Italian sweeping gangster original film scores, and makes a hushed and dissonant recording, that feels like a sublime throwback to the mafia-related shenanigans of 60's chicago via the use of restrained piano, that really is quite lovely and adds substantial weight to the composition.

    If you are looking for a Ennio Morricone compilation....short of buying a boxset, you'd be hard pressed in beating this for value for money. It's a fantastic summary of his work and covers a fair amount of material. And is the perfect introduction to his work, (especially if you just want to buy one compilation of his work). This is highly recommended to fans both old and new, and is boosted by the compilers making a great job of the selection. So if you don't want to have to splash out on an expensive disk, to hear his influential work...this really is the first place you should start.

    5 out of 5 stars ENNIO MORRICONE - FILM MUSIC, VOL. 1 .......2005-08-16

    HAVING HEARD EXERPTS OF THE MUSIC BEFORE, IT WAS EXACTLY WHAT I
    WANTED.

    5 out of 5 stars A collection of Morricone's most popular and entertaining.......2005-07-31

    Volume I of III, of this 'best of' Morricone trilogy, is the best of the three. This volume consists of music that can be listened to alone and socially, with some of the most catchy and minimalist rhythms you'll ever hear. You'll listen to this album and wonder what movie you've heard that song from before(Morricone's canon being primarily for film scores). If you're hear because you're trying to get the song from a movie, and you've never really heard of Morricone before, then you've luckily stumbled upon some of the best music I've ever heard. Or, if you're a Morricone fan and you'er looking for a good compilation, since Morricone has done too many film scores to even possibly own them all, then this is good to have. I wouldn't really reccommend Volume II and III unless you're looking or a very comprehensive collection of Morricone, since Volume I seems to me to carry his most absolute best. Definetely buy this album, it's very good.
    This Time It's Love
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Own this album!!
    • Buy this Kurt Elling CD for the MUSICIANSHIP, YESSS!
    • If you love jazz vocals...BUY THIS ALBUM
    • The Best Young Male Jazz Singer? Ex. "A" is Here
    • Simply Outstanding.
    		 This Time It's Love
    Kurt Elling
    Manufacturer: Blue Note Records
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    ASIN: B000009EA7
    Release Date: 1998-07-28

    Tracks:

    1. My Foolish Heart
    2. Too Young To Go Steady
    3. I Feel So Smoochie
    4. Freddie's Yen For Jen
    5. My Love, Effendi
    6. Where I Belong
    7. The Very Thought Of You
    8. The Best Things Happen While You're Dancing
    9. Rosa Morena
    10. She's Funny That Way
    11. A Time For Love
    12. Every Time We Say Goodbye

    Amazon.com

    On his third album, Chicago singer Kurt Elling showcases his spectacular vocal abilities on a variety of standards. From the opening lines of "My Foolish Heart" to the final strains of "Every Time We Say Goodbye," Elling displays exquisite control. He also interprets the lesser-known works of Freddie Hubbard and McCoy Tyner. As a vocalist, he scats fearlessly, revealing an affinity for improvisers like John Coltrane. Accompanied by pianist Laurence Hobgood, saxophonist Eddie Johnson, bassist Rob Amster, and drummer Michael Raynor, Elling's style is buoyant and passionately expressive. A wholly romantic endeavor, This Time It's Love shows Kurt Elling in a particularly mellow context. An evocative crooner exploring the subtle nuances of jazz vocalese, Kurt Elling is finally hitting his stride. --Mitch Myers

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Own this album!!.......2007-02-23

    If you don't own this album - you need to. The musicianship is on par with the jazz masters - this is bound to become a historic album. Kurt Elling is the new jazz legend we have been looking for and his musical legacy will live on just like John Coltrane and Miles Davis. The proof is in the listening - buy this album!

    4 out of 5 stars Buy this Kurt Elling CD for the MUSICIANSHIP, YESSS!.......2004-02-21

    Kurt Elling and Laurence Hobgood are in some ways like Hal David and Burt Bachrach with a few exceptions: Kurt sings infinitely better than either Hal or Burt and Laurence plays and arranges better than Burt. But boy, do they collaborate beautifully! The best song on the album: maybe "Foolish Heart". With Raynor, Onderdonk, Brad Wheeler, Eddie Johnson and Johnny Frigo,(Kids: he's 87 but sounds like 27!)folks should buy this for the great Chicago jazz musicians who have helped in advancing Kurt's great career. Really a great album but not Kurt's best effort(MITA) is the finest vocalist albulm of 2003, YES it is!

    5 out of 5 stars If you love jazz vocals...BUY THIS ALBUM.......2004-02-10

    Kurt Elling is genius. He has a very classy but innovative style that will give you no choice but to play this album over and over. His originals are stunning and his versions of the jazz standards he has selected for this collection are creative without being over the top. I have owned this CD for two years now and it is still in high rotation in my collection. No matter what mood you're in, this album will suit it.

    5 out of 5 stars The Best Young Male Jazz Singer? Ex. "A" is Here.......2004-01-25

    Many believe that Kurt Elling is the best male jazz singer under the age of 40 in the business. For those who would so argue, this album should be "Exhibit A" in support of their argument. Listen to how he wails on "Effendi"--he really shows his chops here. Elling is best known for his ability to improvise and bend lyrics as well as melody, and the third and fourth cuts on the album ("Smoochie" and "Jen's Yen") highlight that. Being the old "romantic softy" at heart that I am, though, my favorite on this set is the "harmonized dub" of "The Best Things Happen While You're Dancin'." One quibble: Kurt Elling sings his r's (like "moth-errrrrrrrrr") so hard that it's jarring. It's like the intentionally dissonant notes that Monk used to throw into his solos. But that's really a quibble. Highly recommended.

    5 out of 5 stars Simply Outstanding........2003-07-31

    For one to say that Elling is the Sinatra of our time is in my oppinion, an understatement. He posesses a great un-matched skill to break the boundaries of conventional jazz and let the beautiful and melodic tones of his superior skatting lead it's listeners through a totally different world. It's easy to put on this cd and get lost in what seems like a totally new dimension of jazz that went unexplored for years. It's wonderful and inspiring to hear the sound of his vocal genius and to know that jazz is still alive and thriving. A definite must-have for those who truly appreciate vocal jazz, or any jazz for that matter.
    Somewhere over the Rainbow: The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals
    Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
    • They were right--there is NO business like the show business they did way back when !!!
    • One of the best cds I ever bought.
    • Never Sounded Better
    • Somewhere Over The Rainbow
    • "Hollywood Musicals of the Golden Age are still among us"
    		 Somewhere over the Rainbow: The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals
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    ASIN: B000066RO5
    Release Date: 2002-06-04

    Tracks:

    1. Singin In The Rain - Gene Kelly
    2. Theres No Business Like Show Business - Betty Hutton, Howard Keel, Keenan Wynn & Louis Calhern
    3. 'S Wonderful - Gene Kelly & Georges Guetary
    4. Thats Entertainment! - Fred Astaire, Jack Buchanan, Nanette Fabray & Oscar Levant
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    6. Easter Parade - Judy Garland & Fred Astaire
    7. Lullaby Of Broadway - Winifred Shaw, Dick Powell & Chorus
    8. Get Happy - Judy Garland
    9. Night And Day - Fred Astaire
    10. True Love - Bing Crosby & Grace Kelly
    11. Honeysuckle Rose - Lena Horne w/ Benny Carter & His Orchestra
    12. They Cant Take That Away From Me - Fred Astaire
    13. Milkman, Keep Those Bottles Quiet - Nancy Walker & The M-G-M Studio Chorus w/ Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra
    14. Baby, Its Cold Outside - Esther Williams & Ricardo Montalban
    15. For Me And My Gal - Gene Kelly & Judy Garland
    16. Puttin On The Ritz - Clark Gable & Co.
    17. Hallelujah! - Tony Martin, Vic Damone, Kay Armen, Ann Miller, Debbie Reynolds, Clark Burroughs & Co.
    18. Bless Yore Beautiful Hide - Howard Keel
    19. Taking A Chance On Love - Ethel Waters & Eddie "Rochester" Anderson
    20. As Time Goes By - Dooley Wilson w/ Elliot Carpenter (Bonus Track)
    21. Laras Theme (Main Title) - The M-G-M Studio Orchestra (Bonus Track)

    Tracks:

    1. Over The Rainbow - Judy Garland
    2. Its A Most Unusual Day - Jane Powell
    3. Wunderbar - Kathryn Grayson & Howard Keel
    4. Cant Help Lovin Dat Man - Ava Gardner
    5. Going Hollywood - Bing Crosby
    6. The Trolley Song - Judy Garland, The M-G-M Studio Chorus
    7. Gigi - Louis Jourdan
    8. I Got Rhythm - Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney & Co.
    9. Aba Daba Honeymoon - Debbie Reynolds, Carleton Carpenter & M-G-M Studio Chorus
    10. The Lady Is A Tramp - Lena Horne
    11. The Best Things In Life Are Free - June Allyson & Peter Lawford
    12. Cheek To Cheek - Fred Astaire
    13. A Kiss To Build A Dream On - Louis Armstrong
    14. Put 'Em In A Box - Doris Day & The Page Cavanaugh Trio
    15. If Swing Goes, I Go Too - Fred Astaire
    16. Almost Like Being In Love - Gene Kelly
    17. Lets Face The Music And Dance - Fred Astaire
    18. Be A Clown - Gene Kelly & Judy Garland
    19. Embraceable You - Connie Francis
    20. On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe - Judy Garland & Co.
    21. One For My Baby (And One More For The Road) - Fred Astaire

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    The "Golden Age" referred to here spans The Jazz Singer and the advent of the talkies to the death throes of the old studio system in the 1960s. So vast was the era's musical landscape that even this 42-track, double-disc anthology can't encompass all its peaks. Not surprisingly, the bulk of this collection originated with the Tiffany's of the screen musical, M-G-M, a body of work whose riches here encompass both pop-cultural bedrock ("Over the Rainbow," "Singin' in the Rain," "There's No Business Like Show Business," etc.) and some less familiar, if equally delightful star turns: Clark Gable gamely "Puttin' On the Ritz"; the sassy, 1948 original of "The Lady Is a Tramp" by Lena Horne; and a loopy duet of "Baby, It's Cold Outside" by Esther Williams and Ricardo Montalban. Fred Astaire's elegant, epochal reign at RKO and M-G-M is represented by "Night and Day," "Let's Face the Music and Dance," and three others, while Metro mainstays Gene Kelly and Judy Garland share equal time and billing. It's not perfect--Cagney's "Yankee Doodle Boy" and/or some Sinatra seem more logical choices than the odd "bonus" duet of Casablanca's "As Time Goes By" and "Lara's Theme" from Dr. Zhivago that close out disc one--but it's a stunning, surprisingly comprehensive primer on the Hollywood film musical nonetheless. --Jerry McCulley

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars They were right--there is NO business like the show business they did way back when !!!.......2006-11-18

    Everything that happens in life
    Can happen in a show
    You can make 'em laugh
    You can make 'em cry
    Anything
    Anything can go....

    The clown with his pants falling down
    Or the dance that's a dream of romance
    Or the scene where the villain is mean
    That's entertainment!

    The lights on the lady in tights
    Or the bride with the guy on the side
    Or the ball where she gives him her all
    That's entertainment!

    The plot and the hot simply teeming with $ex
    A gay divorcee who is after her ex
    It could be Oedipus Rex
    Where a chap kills his father
    And causes a lot of bother

    The clerk who is thrown out of work
    By the boss who is thrown for a loss
    By the skirt who is doing him dirt

    The world is a stage,
    The stage is a world of entertainment!

    This two CD set amply proves that the musical melodies and lyrics from the golden age of the Hollywood musical remain unsurpassed to this day. This generous two CD set offers 42 incredible songs from Hollywood classic musicals. Most of these fine numbers are indeed from MGM, as Amazon correctly notes; but there are some RKO numbers and even a little from Warner Brothers. Thank goodness, though, that most of these songs came from MGM movies; MGM was the only studio that could boast that it truly had "more stars than there are in the heavens."

    I love so many songs on these two CDs. Of course, there's the unforgettable classic "Over The Rainbow" sung by Judy Garland; she also performs "Easter Parade" and "Get Happy" on this two CD set and she carries most of the tune for "I Got Rhythm" even though Mickey Rooney helps her a little. I love "Baby, It's Cold Outside" for its' romantic overtones; and Lena Horne's "The Lady Is A Tramp" is flawless! We also get a rare chance to hear Clark Gable sing in "Puttin' On The Ritz;" and Bing Crosby's "Going Hollywood" may be brief but it's a fun song anyway.

    There are two "bonus" tracks on the first CD: "As Time Goes By" from Casablanca and "Lara's Theme" from Doctor Zhivago. "As Time Goes By" is a good choice; it is another unsurpassed classic song that brings back memories and touches even the hardest of hearts. "Lara's Theme," however, is from the mid 1960s and I don't consider this period to be part of the "golden age" of Hollywood musicals.

    The liner notes are excellent and they offer wonderful photos of the stars as well. The cover art is well done and the reverse cover art tells which movie each song is from and who is performing each song. Moreover, the quality of the sound is excellent especially when you consider that these numbers were recorded quite a few decades ago.

    In short, this superlative two CD highlights the glory of the Hollywood musical when a certain type of sophistication dominated professional movie production. I highly recommend this CD for fans of Hollywood musicals, classic pop vocals and fans of the artists and actors who perform on this two CD set.

    5 out of 5 stars One of the best cds I ever bought. .......2006-06-07

    What an amazon collection of songs! This is bar none my favorite cd just because of the variety and the quality of songs on it. I love music from this era, and this cd is the perfect companion to my life. Love it! Buy it, you won't regret it for a moment!

    1 out of 5 stars Never Sounded Better.......2006-03-16

    Apart from the great selection of soundtracks, what really makes this compilation top value is the quality of the sound processing. Executed with finesse, these tracks sound better than when first issued and many are unedited, fuller versions: like "Singing In The Rain", for example. Throw in the great price, and this double disc set is a "must have" for all lovers of classic movie music.

    5 out of 5 stars Somewhere Over The Rainbow.......2006-02-24

    A Sensational CD with Lots of Showtunes that Keep You Happy and makes You Want To Sing Along With!!!

    5 out of 5 stars "Hollywood Musicals of the Golden Age are still among us".......2005-07-13

    Rhino Records and Turner Classic Movies Music present - "SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW: THE GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD MUSICALS", some of the long ago musicals and stars that will never be forgotten...a 2-CD-Set covering several decades from 1935-1965 with many of the show stoppers of that time...some rare moments from entertainers that you haven't heard or thought of in sometime.

    The lineup is fantastic and gives the listener a variety of what musicals were all about in the "Golden Age of the Hollywood Musicals"
    June Allyson, Kay Armen, Louis Armstrong, Fred Astaire, Ann Blyth, Jack Buchanan, Louis Calhern, Bing Crosby, Vic Damone, Doris Day, Nanette Fabray, Connie Francis, Ava Gardner, Judy Garland, Kathyrn Grayson, Georges Guetary, Lena Horne, Betty Hutton, Louis Jourdan, Howard Keel, Gene Kelly, Grace Kelly, Peter Lawford, Oscar Levant, Ann Miller, Ricardo Montalban, Page Cavanaugh Trio, Debbie Reynolds, Winifred Shaw, Nancy Walker, Ethel Waters, Esther Williams, Dooley Williams and Keenan Wynn.

    On Disc One 21 Classic Songs from great musicals with songs in alphabetical order:
    AS TIME GOES BY - Dooley Wilson with Elliot Carpenter, pianist (1942)
    BABY, IT'S COLD OUTSIDE - Esther Williams & Ricardo Montalban (1949)
    BLESS, YORE BEAUTIFUL HIDE - Howard Keel (1954)
    EASTER PARADE - Fred Astaire & Judy Garland (1948)
    FOR ME AND MY GAL - Gene Kelly & Judy Garland (1942)
    GET HAPPY - Judy Garland (1950)
    HALLELUJAH! - Tony Martin, Vic Damone, Kay Armen, Ann Miller, Debbie Reynolds, Clark Burroughs (for Russ Tamblyn) (1955)
    HONEYSUCKLE ROSE - Lena Horne with Benny Carter & His Orchestra (1943)
    LARA'S THEME (MAIN TITLE) - M-G-M Studio Orchestra (1965)
    LULLABY OF BROADWAY - Winifred Shaw & Dick Powell (1935)
    MILKMAN, KEEP THOSE BOTTLES QUIET - Nancy Walker with Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra (1944)
    NIGHT AND DAY - Fred Astaire (1934)
    PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ - Clark Gable & Company (1939)
    'S WONDERFUL - Gene Kelly & Georges Guetary (1951)
    SINGIN' IN THE RAIN - Gene Kelly (1951)
    STRANGER IN PARADISE - Ann Blyth & Vic Damone (1955)
    TAKING A CHANCE ON LOVE - Ethel Waters & Eddie "Rochester" Anderson (1943)
    THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT - Fred Astaire, Jack Buchanan, Nanette Fabray & Oscar Levant (1953)
    THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS - Betty Hutton, Howard Keel, Keenan Wynn & Louis Calhern (1950)
    THEY CAN'T TAKE THAT AWAY FROM ME - Fred Astaire (1949)
    TRUE LOVE - Bing Crosby & Grace Kelly (1956)

    On Disc Two more memorable performances from the Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals:
    A KISS TO BUILD A DREAM ON - Louis Armstrong (1951)
    ABA DABA HONEYMOON - Debbie Reynolds & Carleton Carpenter (1950)
    ALMOST LIKE BEING IN LOVE - Gene Kelly (1954)
    BE A CLOWN - Judy Garland & Gene Kelly (1948)
    BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE - June Allyson & Peter Lawford (1947)
    CAN'T HELP LOVIN' DAT MAN - Ava Gardner (beautiful woman, who my youngest grandaughter is named after...Avalon) (1951)
    CHEEK TO CHEEK - Fred Astaire (1935)
    EMBRACEABLE YOU - Connie Francis (1965)
    GIGI - Louis Jourdan (1958)
    GOING HOLLYWOOD - Bing Crosby (1933)
    I GOT RHYTHM - Judy Garland & Mickey Rooney (1943)
    IF SWING GOES, I GO TOO - Fred Astaire (1946)
    IT'S A MOST UNUSUAL DAY - Jane Powell (1948)
    LADY IS A TRAMP - Lena Horne (1948)
    LET'S FACE THE MUSIC AND DANCE - Fred Astaire (1936)
    ON THE ATCHISON, TOPEKA AND THE SANTA FE - Judy Garland & Company (1946)
    ONE FOR MY BABY (AND ONE MORE FOR THE ROAD) - Fred Astaire (1943)
    OVER THE RAINBOW - Judy Garland (became her theme song for the rest of her life) (1939)
    PUT 'EM IN A BOX - Doris Day & the Page Cavanaugh Trio (1948)
    THE TROLLEY SONG - Judy Garland & MGM Studio Chorus (1944)
    WUNDERBAR - Kathryn Grayson & Howard Keel (two of MGM's favorite singing duos) (1953)

    It was once said by the songwriters of that era - "There are two artists you want perform your songs on the big screen, they are Fred Astaire and Judy Garland they sing it just the way we wrote it, for which you will have a guaranteed hit on your hands"...well, this collections certainly has some merit to that statement...because with Judy Garland and Fred Astaire performing seven songs each, there must be something to it.

    This collection of musicals still has the magic that we remember from those bygone years...but as long as we have the labels and networks who play and show these wonderful films of yesteryear, they will never be forgotten...hats off to Rhino Records, George Feltenstein (producer) and Doug Schwartz (engineer) and Turner Classic Movies for sharing those 42 selections from 42 films...celebrating decades of the tunes and artists that gave it their all...from what it commonly called "The Hollywood Dream Factory"...The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals is still among us...gotta love it!

    Total Time: 2-CD-Set ~ Rhino Records 78323 ~ (6/02/2002)

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