Winner

Track Listings
1. Winner    
2. Come Give Me Your Love - General Degree, Richie Stephens    
3. Slop Dem    
4. Burning - General Degree, Richie Stephens    
5. Glasshouse    
6. Rock Me - General Degree, Richie Stephens    
7. Give It Up - General Degree, Richie Stephens    
8. Impy Skimpy    
9. Win or Lose    
10. Get Wise - Bounty Killer, Richie Stephens    
11. Weakness for Sweetness    
12. Physical Attraction - Crissy D, Richie Stephens    
13. Gave You My Heart    
14. Girls Galore - General Degree, Richie Stephens    
15. Mama Jama    
16. Bus the Place    
17. Maniac - Bounty Killer, Richie Stephens    

Winner, Music, Richie Stephens, CCM, Contemporary Reggae, Pop, Reggae, Ska
My December
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Kelly Does it Again!!! Fantastic Album!
  • Give It A Try
  • Clarkson does NOT disappoint
  • Simply ... AMAZING!!!
  • Great Album!
 My December
Kelly Clarkson
Manufacturer: RCA Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000QFAJ7S
Release Date: 2007-06-26

Tracks:

  1. Never Again
  2. One Minute
  3. Hole
  4. Sober
  5. Don't Waste Your Time
  6. Judas
  7. Haunted
  8. Be Still
  9. Maybe
  10. How I Feel
  11. Yeah
  12. Can I Have A Kiss
  13. Irvine

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Judging by the themes of anger and betrayal that dominate Kelly Clarkson's third disc, My December, perhaps 'Jagged Little Idol' would have been a more telling title. According to interviews, the massively successful artist wanted more creative control with her music going forward; as a result, unlike her previous CDs, Clarkson contributes as a songwriter on every track. The final product is not nearly as catchy as Breakaway, but is far more introspective and honest. My December's overall sound brings a harder musical style than fans might expect, with acerbic lyrics to match; the disc's first single "Never Again"--a dark rock song slamming her ex-boyfriend--is certainly a tip-off. The compelling chorus of "Hole" finds Clarkson singing "There's a hole/inside of me/it's so damn cold/slowly killing me" over a melody that is far more Tool than top-40. "Haunted" and "Judas" are wrought-over tracks that veer into Evanescence territory, while the wonderfully sparse "Maybe" is a highlight within which Clarkson's pleading voice is perfectly showcased. My December's final listed track, "Irvine" (prior to the hidden bluesy acoustic ballad "Chivas") sounds far more Cat Power-meets-Corinne Bailey Rae than Clarkson, but it is certainly one of the most captivating songs on the disc, and serves as yet another reminder of just how versatile her voice is. Fans of her previous radio-friendly releases may well be divided on her new direction, but it appears to be the path Clarkson is likely to continue to travel. --Denise Sheppard

More from Kelly Clarkson


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Thankful


Since U Been Gone

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Kelly Does it Again!!! Fantastic Album!.......2007-07-17

This CD is simply outstanding! Kelly Rocks it out again! I think that this CD is such a wonderful songwriting CD. Sober is absolutely the best song on this entire album. Irvine is also outstanding. The vocals on this song is just fabulous. Kelly is the best female singer out there right now and I know that she will continue to be successful for years to come.

Thanks Kelly for always making music that touches our hearts!

4 out of 5 stars Give It A Try.......2007-07-17

I must say - listen to the album a few times, it definately grows on you. It is totally different, so you need to give yourself time to seperate what you "THINK" you should hear from Kelly Clarkson. She is a truly talented musician!!!

Enjoy

4 out of 5 stars Clarkson does NOT disappoint.......2007-07-17

Another intimate CD by one of the All-time great voices. I enjoyed all the articles Pre-My December release and felt it added to the lyrics and the soulful songs.

Kelly can and does sing the heck out of every song .. especially if she has written it.

5 out of 5 stars Simply ... AMAZING!!!.......2007-07-17

Simply ... Amazing!!!

Okay so I bought this cd the very first day it came out because I simply LOVE Kelly. She was amazing on Idol and is MY favorite idol so far. Her voice is simply beautiful and her first 2 cds I love. I heard this crap talk about Clive and her fighting and was scared to hear what she would put out, at first listen, I thought `damn this cd is just ok, I do like Breakaway better' but now after many listens, after listening 2 the beautiful lyrics, the nice melodies and her haunting voice, this cd is amazing! I cannot get enough of it, its in my car, on my desk at work, my ipod and next to me at night for bed.

Never Again- Love it- love the words- 5 out of 5 Stars
One Minute- Didn't love at first but I find myself singing along to it- 5/5
Hole-Same as OneMinute, this is currently the song on repeat- 5/5
Sober-LOVE it, amazing, haunting! 5/5
Don't Waste Your Time- Fun song, 4/5
Judas- Love it! Great lyrics great beat 5/5
Haunted- Never caught on but still a great song 4/5
Be Still- One of my favs! Just great! 5/5
Maybe- Possibly my top 3, amazing! 5/5
How I Feel- Good song but not my fav I also find myself singing it when its not on 4/5
Yeah- Same as before, good song 4/5
Can I Have A Kiss- Love this song love the lyrics 5/5
Irvine- amazing! Just haunting- 5/5
Chivas- funny great her voice is amazing! 5/5

Buy the cd you will not be disappointed! BETTER, yes BETTER than Breakaway!
Kelly is one of the best today if not top 3 singers of the newer generation! Here to stay and I cannot wait for future music! Kelly is original, her voice is amazing and her songwriting is just as good! GO KELLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! COOL BEANS :)

5 out of 5 stars Great Album!.......2007-07-16

I have liked Kelly for a long time now and suspected that I wouldn't like this album but it has a lot of very original tracks! It really did shock me at how creative she's become in putting out this album. And according to her interview on Regis & Kelly she wrote or helped write most of the songs on the album! COOL!
Mamma Mia! The Musical Based on the Songs of ABBA: A Decca Broadway Original Cast Recording (1999 London Cast)
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Mamma Mia
  • Mamma Mia Musical CD
  • JUST GREAT MUSIC
  • Mamma Mia
  • Not good at all
 Mamma Mia! The Musical Based on the Songs of ABBA: A Decca Broadway Original Cast Recording (1999 London Cast)
Benny Andersson , Julian Poole , Jenny Galloway , Nicolas Colicos , Paul Clarkson , Bjorn Ulvaeus , Lisa Stokke , Eliza Lumley , Melissa Gibson , Siobhan McCarthy , Louise Plowright , Jenny Galloway , Bjorn Ulvaeus , and Stig Anderson
Manufacturer: Decca Broadway
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ASIN: B000031WEN
Release Date: 2000-10-17

Tracks:

  1. Overture/Prologue
  2. Honey, Honey
  3. Money, Money, Money
  4. Thank You For The Music
  5. Mamma Mia
  6. Chiquitita
  7. Dancing Queen
  8. Lay All Your Love On Me
  9. Super Trouper
  10. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
  11. The Name Of The Game
  12. Voulez-Vous
  13. Entr'acte
  14. Under Attack
  15. One Of Us
  16. S.O.S.
  17. Does Your Mother Know
  18. Knowing Me, Knowing You
  19. Our Last Summer
  20. Slipping Through My Fingers
  21. The Winner Takes It All
  22. Take A Chance On Me
  23. I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do
  24. I Have A Dream

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Put together by Abba's own Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, Mamma Mia! manages to cram over 20 of the Swedish supergroup's songs into a threadbare plot. It goes a little like this: Young Sophie is getting married and she's trying to identify which of three men is her father. That's about it. Wisely, the musical doesn't mess around with the songs, save for the insertion of some dialogue or for having some of them performed by a man (it works amazingly well). Abba fans will jump on this import of the London production, but traditional fans of musical theater should consider it as well. After all, Andersson and Ulvaeus's songs have always felt as if they were more than isolated pop gems and actually belonged to a longer narrative. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Mamma Mia.......2007-03-22

I have not stopped playing this cd. It is just great! It makes any trip in my car most enjoyable Happy I bought it!

5 out of 5 stars Mamma Mia Musical CD.......2007-03-21

This is a grand list of songs from the original musical when it was first introduced in England. The songs from ABBA are very recognizable even if you haven't seen the show. But, making a trip to NY to see the Broadway production is a plus. ENJOY!

4 out of 5 stars JUST GREAT MUSIC.......2007-03-08

I RECENTLY SAW THE SHOW MAMMA MIA IN LAS VEGAS. ALWAYS LIKES THE MUSIC OF ABBA, AND THOUGH THE PLOT WAS THIN, THE MUSIC WAS WELL PERFORMED. IN THIS PARTICULAR ALBUM, THE ENGLISH ACCENTS WERE A BIT MUCH, BUT THE SONGS WERE GREAT. ALL I CAN SAY IS THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC, ABBA.

5 out of 5 stars Mamma Mia.......2007-01-29

Every time I hear the music and songs it brings back memories of seeing the Broadway Show

1 out of 5 stars Not good at all.......2007-01-09

This is not what we wanted. The British accents throw it was off. We just saw it in NY and this is not what we were looking for.
Night Time
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Different from House Party
  • We love this cd
  • children's music
  • great music!
  • Dan Zanes Nightime is "Happy Music"
 Night Time
Dan Zanes
Manufacturer: Festival Five Rec.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006JYBG
Release Date: 2002-10-15

Tracks:

  1. Night Owl
  2. Me My Money Down
  3. Side By Side
  4. Guysborough Railway
  5. Ique Fortunidad
  6. Evening Time
  7. Smile Smile Smile
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  9. Down By The Riverside
  10. Rattlin' Bog
  11. Firefly
  12. So Long It's Been Good To Know Yuh
  13. What A Wonderful World
  14. Wild Mountain Thyme
  15. Leadbelly Songs
  16. Linger For Awhile

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Just as adult authors from Isabel Allende to Clive Barker are writing kids' books these days, rock & roll artists (remember Jerry Garcia and David Grisman's 1993 recording Not for Kids Only?) are reaching out to the younger set. Thank goodness, we say... and scoot over, Barney. Festival Five Records is the children's music label founded by Dan Zanes, former lead singer of the Del Fuegos, where he hopes to capture "the sound of a neighborhood band on the front stoop playing tunes after dinner for a family dance." His third CD release, Night Time! ("a musical cool-down disc for all ages underground"), comes on the heels of Rocket Ship Beach and Family Dance. Here, traditional tunes such as the West Indian sea shanty "Pay Me My Money Down" and the African American folk song "Down by the Riverside" take their place next to folksy, hypnotic Zanes originals, including "Night Owl," "Firefly," and "Linger for Awhile," a song aimed to reflect Brooklyn stoop life. Mandolins, harmonicas, trombones, fiddles, electric guitars (and more!) add to the contagious buoyancy of this eclectic 16-track CD. Our favorite is "Rattlin' Bog," a delightfully nonsensical cumulative song, led by Father Goose and featuring the kids in the Dandelion Chorus. As in his other CDs, Zanes invites friends and family to join the fun, along with heavy-hitters such as Aimee Mann, Lou Reed, and Dar Williams. This irresistible collection, appealing to toddlers and easy on their parents, is packaged in a colorful board book illustrated by Donald Saaf with starry scenes of moonlit music making. An excellent addition to any children's music library. --Karin Snelson

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Different from House Party.......2007-05-14

I ordered this CD along with Dan Zanes House Party CD. My daughter loves the fun songs from the House Party CD better than the Night Time CD. I can't get her to listen to the slow songs on this cd although I really enjoy them.

5 out of 5 stars We love this cd.......2007-02-11

This is in our babies room. Each night when we get ready for bed we listen to this cd. It winds her down a little and makes diaper changing a little more easier for us.

4 out of 5 stars children's music.......2006-10-29

This music is mainly for children but some adults will find something to like about it, too. The music is diverse and creative. Children are sure to like it if you play it for them. Of course, it's hard getting children to listen to music if they don't want to, but give it time and I'm sure they will enjoy this collection of songs.

5 out of 5 stars great music!.......2006-08-05

Our 22 mo. old loves this music much more than the kiddy tunes that mom and dad can hardly bear to listen to.

5 out of 5 stars Dan Zanes Nightime is "Happy Music".......2006-07-27

I was introduced to the Dan Zanes Nightime CD while I was visiting my 3 1/2 year old grandson. He listens to it everynight before going to sleep with "Pay Me You Owe Me" being his single favorite song. I fell in love with the CD because each time I play it I can vividly recall the pleasure it gave us both. The choice of songs on the CD gives all ages something to remember and before you know it you will be singing and dancing along with the music.
Way Out
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Loved this!
  • Way Out CD by Justin Roberts
  • Wow! The best yet!
  • Rescued from the Wiggles
  • Great for kids and parents!
 Way Out
Justin Roberts
Manufacturer: Carpet Square
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002IQIV0
Release Date: 2004-07-20

Tracks:

  1. Airplane Of Food
  2. Day Camp
  3. Best Friend
  4. Doctor Doctor
  5. Way Out
  6. Roller In The Coaster
  7. Humpty's At It Again
  8. Picture Day
  9. Bigger
  10. I Lost The Tooth I Lost
  11. Backyard Spaceship
  12. Suppertime

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More than any children's music release this year, Justin Roberts's Way Out makes you want to buy multiple copies and pass them out to friends--if only to prove that children's music can be unaccountably great. Justin's gift for transplanting himself into the psyche of an 8-year-old lifts him head and shoulders above his goofy-voiced peers. However, simply pinning Justin's talent on songwriting alone sells him short--few others (Dan Zanes, Ralph Covert and They Might Be Giants are exceptions) rock their records as hard. Way Out draws us way in, expertly mowing down musical age barriers and delivering us from the mistaken idea that kidstuff doesn't count. -Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Loved this!.......2007-01-09

Every time my son asks me to purchase a "new" Justin Roberts CD I find that it;s better than the last we bought! His music is not just for children, but the whole family.

5 out of 5 stars Way Out CD by Justin Roberts.......2007-01-05

I was fortunate to walk past the librarian's desk and discovered a new CD of his. I LOVED it sooo much i had to buy his others immediately. I am so tired of the typical kids songs we have always heard. He is a humorous, talented lyricist sounding similiar to my favorites - Squeeze and the Cure. I was not disappointed - i can't wait for his next CD.

5 out of 5 stars Wow! The best yet!.......2006-04-25

20 minutes after dropping my kids off at school, I'll realize that I'm still listening to Justin Roberts by myself. Truly great 'kids' music' that adults can enjoy, too.

The beat and brass on this one will get you moving.

Love it!!

5 out of 5 stars Rescued from the Wiggles.......2006-03-16

We discovered Justin Roberts music on XM Kids radio one day, and my entire family was hooked. His lyrics are clever and surprising - and has brought my three kids (ages 5, 3, and 1) to both giggles and quiet thoughts while listening. We dance to "Airplane of Food" and "Daycamp" almost daily, and we LOVE the "Humpty Dumpty" song - it's inspired a game where the kids dream up crazy things that Humpty can see while up on the wall.

We're anxiously awaiting his new "Meltdown" CD release on March 21st, and are proud to own all of his albums. We each have our favorite songs - and the kids (and I) fight over which one to listen to next. We've graduated from the Wiggles, and are never EVER looking back!

5 out of 5 stars Great for kids and parents!.......2006-01-15

This is an upbeat, comical CD with great music for kids and parents. Parents, you'll find yourself listening to this music even when the kids aren't around! This will become your favorite kid music to play, I promise!
"Do I Make You Proud" / "Takin' It To The Streets"
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Best 2000s soul song yet.
  • The best vocal performance ever?
  • Taylor Hicks,, do i make you proud.
  • Music by Taylor Hicks is pure joy~this was just a teaser~
  • Do I Make You Proud
 "Do I Make You Proud" / "Takin' It To The Streets"
Taylor Hicks
Manufacturer: J-Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000FMR4T8
Release Date: 2006-06-13

Tracks:

  1. Do I Make You Proud
  2. Takin' It To The Streets

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Best 2000s soul song yet........2007-07-10

It's rare that soul songs gain as much popularity as "Do I Make You Proud" (U.S. pop #1), but this song without a doubt deserves to be up there. Of the five American Idol winners between 2002 and 2006, Taylor Hicks was the most unique and charismatic of the five. He has an amazing voice and delivered his American Idol performances with pure talent and power. The same charm from his performances is also in song.

Hicks delivers his voice with passion and emotion in "Do I Make You Proud." This transforms a could-have-been dull, cliché-like song into a powerful, inspiring and moving ballad. This song is one of the most fitting songs to play during a celebration of a great achievement (such as a high school graduation, competition victory, etc..) It's songs like these that could give soul music the comeback it's deserved for years. Hicks doesn't fail to inspire with such a beautiful song and such a rich voice.

The B-side of this album is a cover of the Doobie Bros. "Takin' It To The Streets." It's very different from the original, but it's still a great track. Hicks' version is lively with some amazing guitar riffs and saxophone playing in it and has some more of his great voice, which, placed side by side with the previous song shows that he has amazing range. A cover like this would make the original artists proud.

Soul music has not been very popular since the 80s. But if more songs like the two on this EP begin entering the music industry, soul may get a deserved comeback. Taylor Hicks is an amazing artist and I hope all of his future music is as great as these two songs.

5 out of 5 stars The best vocal performance ever?.......2007-06-20

I have listened to over 10,000 songs in my lifetime and I will go ahead and say it. This is the best vocal performance in the history of recorded sound. I'm a little creeped out by the look he's giving me on the cover, but when I hear these songs, I climb to the tallest hill in Nebraska and sing songs from my favorite musicals like Chippy. I am numbed by the sheer perfection of this. Go Taylor, woo hoo!!

5 out of 5 stars Taylor Hicks,, do i make you proud........2007-04-07

My Son really loves this song,,, It's now on his MP4

5 out of 5 stars Music by Taylor Hicks is pure joy~this was just a teaser~.......2007-03-20

His first full length album which was released in December and titled TAYLOR HICKS, is outstanding...we've given over 15 copies as gifts and the feedback has been wonderful...highly recommended for people of all ages.

5 out of 5 stars Do I Make You Proud.......2007-01-19

Taylor Hicks made this song popular on American Idol when he became number l. It is a very good recording, and a collector's item as far as I am concerned.
The Winner Is...
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • the winner is....
  • Angela Hacker - Something Special!
  • Angela Rocks!!!
 The Winner Is...
Angela Hacker
Manufacturer: Warner Bros.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000P654L4

Product Description

Studio recordings from the Nashville Star Season 5 Winner. Includes tracks inspired by the live performances plus 5 new tracks. 1)Love Me Wild, 2)Strawberry Wine, 3)You Got Me, 4)Do Right Woman Do Right Man, 5)I Can't Make You Love Me, 6)Emotionless, 7)Total Loss, 8)I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool, 9)When Will I Be Loved, 10)Hard To Handle - Featuring Zac Hacker

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As the winner of the fifth season of Nashville Star, Angela Hacker brings more than a hint of the soul music of her native Muscle Shoals to contemporary country. With her breathy alto and trace of a rasp, Hacker proves equal to the task of handling R&B classics "Do Right Woman, Do Right Man" (originally recorded by Aretha Franklin) and "Hard to Handle" (though the steamy album closer sounds a little incestuous as a duet with her brother Zac, who also competed that season). Her debut album mixes studio versions of other standards that Hacker performed during the competition--"Strawberry Wine," "I Can't Make You Love Me" (the Bonnie Raitt ballad), and "I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool"--but the combination of Hacker's vocal grit and her songwriting strength suggests that she's an artist of considerable promise. Her songwriting collaborations on "You Got Me" and "Emotionless" fit just fine with the familiar fare. --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars the winner is...........2007-07-06

wow two years in a row on Nashville Star that I picked the winner and purchased the cd. Both were well worth buying. Angela's voice is a mix between Tammy Wynette and Lorretta Lynn. She has a very raspy yet very country voice. When I first heard her sing on Nashville Star, I knew she was going to be the winner! This cd is very good and well worth it.

5 out of 5 stars Angela Hacker - Something Special!.......2007-04-11

Following Angela's triumphant performances on the Opry, I looked forward to her new Cd with renewed and even rabid anticipation. At last I would have a complete set of performances to substitute for and augment the bit and pieces of her music that I had managed to acquire from Itunes and elsewhere, and, moreover, one that was to be consistently and professionally produced.

I love the artwork and the generally "look." Though relatively simple, its use of browns and various shades of amber and blonde fit the ambience of our girl perfectly as does the generally rustic theme. It reminds me a little of the plain brown packaging of George Jones' multi-Cd set of hits from the 1950s released ten or so years ago. Moreover her photos, without appearing "Hollywood" or overly processed, are just lovely. Though the track listing was available before, I must confess to being a little disappointed that there were only ten songs. Missing in action were You Don't Even Know My Name, and Satin Sheets, which I had convinced myself might be made available (otherwise why would Angela promote it on the Opry?). It turns out that You Don't Even Know My Name is available, but only as a special download from Itunes, and only then if you buy the entire album from that source (a typical nasty trick by the business types in Nashville, especially as this song has been one of the most requested!!) We can only hope that Satin Sheets (my favorite performance by Angela of all time so far) might be among those chosen for the upcoming Angela/Zac album.

As expected the vast majority of songs are familiar, and most are remixed and reproduced versions of those that have been on Itunes for a while. These are comprised of: Strawberry Wine, I Can't Make You Love Me, Total Loss, I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool, and When Will I Be Loved. With only one exception, the new productions are successful, and flesh out the originals quite well. On When Will I Be Loved, for instance, harmony guitars are added making it sound more like the Linda Ronstadt version. Similarly, all have been layered to sound larger, and Angela's vocals are EQed to be rounder and warmer. The one exception is Total Loss. John Bohlinger's slide work is superseded by those of Steve Fishell, who has an excellent tone, but takes a simpler approach that in my judgment is less effective than John's denser and dirtier interpretation. Still, it is a very good song, and the new production does work. I just wish Warner's would pick it up and promote it as a single; it is far better than most everything else out there right now.

Two of the other songs, Love Me Wild, and You Got Me, are Angela originals and were scheduled for her independent Cd that she was to release if she didn't win Star. Her first efforts at recording them were available for a while on her myspace site (and were downloaded by larcenous if clever fans). The new productions succeed in transforming songs that were good and had potential into something exceptional. Wild is classic radio fodder, a good opener with a great hook propelled by the fairly standard theme of love as sex; You Got Me, however, is much more profound and features Angela offering her love to a man as an antidote to the pain of a broken relationship. She sounds sincere and loving. Last among those tunes with which we have already become familiar is Hard to Handle, appearing first on the last episode of Star and featuring Zac and Angela in a greasy Southern rock duet - very Stax! If you saw it you know it was and is excellent; a good time for all! The two work very well together and those years of local gigs have paid off in their emotional and wild performance here.

This leaves the two "new songs," an original, Emotionless, and Do Right Woman, Do Right Man, recorded first by Aretha Franklin. The first is powerful and like so much of Angela's work expresses impatience at unnecessary (unnecessary that is to women :-)) barriers to love. How can it be, she complains, that intimacy has inspired no emotion at all on the part of her recent lover (is there a woman alive that has not asked that question?)? It is a question, however, that would not even occur to most men (because we are all pigs of course lol). This is another song that could sound well on GAC and CMT, listenable and commercial. The hidden gem on the Cd, however, is Do Right Woman, which is probably why she chose to give it a special mention during her Opry interview. A classic soul ballad, Angela sings it effortlessly, and it gives us some insight into one of the directions we can expect her career to take.

Regardless of the songs, whether fast, slow, superficial, or soulful, the common denominator is Angela Hacker and her immense talent at interpretation. She is such a skillful singer, gifted with such excellent tone, technique, and phasing that she is able to take any song and make it her own, including, we expect, even Mary had a Little Lamb. This is the Cd's strongest aspect; it has good songs, one or two that are great, to be sure, but it is Angela and her at once unique and familiar vocals that drive the performances. In each tune there is at least one moment of brilliance on her part, a turn of phrase, a note being held etc., that collectively transform what might have been a raggedy collection into a strong album, one that would be a source of pride for most country artists. We have known from the first performance of the first Star (and some knew before then) that Angela had the potential to be something very special, and now here we have the first indication of the fulfillment of that promise. Just imagine what she and Zac are going to be able to do with time, a budget, and major label support? In this context, it is just possible that The Winner is . . . could assume legendary status as the genesis of a legend.

5 out of 5 stars Angela Rocks!!!.......2007-04-08

This is a really great CD. I loved this season's Nashville Star and have found that over the last few years, the QUALITY of performances have increased to such a point that any one of the finalists would make a great Nashville Star. This year was especially GREAT with the first brother/sister matchup and I was thrilled to see them both make the final two. That is what makes their duet "Too Tough to Handle" so great to be on this CD. Angela you go girl....you are rocking "OLD SCHOOL" country with your "OWN" sound somewhere between Marbara Mandrell and Patsy Cline.
Every 1's a Winner: The Very Best of Hot Chocolate
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A LOVELY LISTEN, BUT I WAS NOT FEELING SOME OF THE 80S STUFF
  • Great Jams
  • Classic seventies soul
  • One of the Best
  • The music is a part of every listener's being, its fantastic
 Every 1's a Winner: The Very Best of Hot Chocolate
Hot Chocolate
Manufacturer: Capitol
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006MVA
Release Date: 1993-04-20

Tracks:

  1. You Sexy Thing
  2. It Started With A Kiss
  3. Brother Louie
  4. Girl Crazy
  5. So You Win Again
  6. Put Your Love In Me
  7. Love Is Life
  8. I'll Put You Together Again
  9. No Doubt About It
  10. Every I's A Winner
  11. Emma
  12. I Gave You My Heart (Didn't I)
  13. You Could Have Been A Lady
  14. Disco Queen
  15. Don't Stop It Now
  16. A Child's Prayer
  17. What Kinda Boy You Looking For (Girl)
  18. I Believe (In Love)
  19. Are You Getting Enough Happiness

Album Details

19 Tracks Including You Sexy Thing, Brother Louis, Disco Queen, So You Win Again and More.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A LOVELY LISTEN, BUT I WAS NOT FEELING SOME OF THE 80S STUFF.......2007-03-11

this joint was bumpin' for the most part, however, for me, i would've focussed more on their 70s material and left out a great bit of that 80s stuff. YOU SEXY THING is one of the groovinest songs i have ever heard period. i also love EMMA, the original BROTHER LOUIE, DISCO QUEEN (sampled like crazy), and others i cannot think of, dang!!!!! if you that british thing in your funk/rock music, then you will dig this for sure. if you prefer their earlier material, then find a collection that focuses on that. the one i saw omits BROTHER LOUIE, which is a no no for me.

5 out of 5 stars Great Jams.......2000-08-28

Classic Jams here.You Sexy thing,Don't stop it now are Dance Jams that still Slam.truly one of the 70's Good Solid Groups.Alot of Fun.it's Cool they are getting a 2nd Life.

5 out of 5 stars Classic seventies soul.......2000-03-21

It has been a long long time since I had the chance to listen to anything by Hot Chocolate, since my vinyl is all stored away in a closet. I forgot how much I missed these guys. H.C. was everywhere on the radio in the seventies, with good reason. Happily, this collection has most of their best work.

The poignant "Emma", even leaving the 'message' aside shows their vocal abilities; deep and lush. But these fellas surely could burn down the house, and did so: "Every One's a Winner" is a classic, as is the now over-used "You Sexy Thing". They jam through "Don't Stop it Now", and "Could've Been a Lady" and even "Disco Queen". One of my personal favorites is "So You Win Again" for every one of us lucky guys who has been crushed by some gal (not to be confused with the similarly titled and messaged Hank Williams classic).

Good stuff.

5 out of 5 stars One of the Best.......2000-02-27

Your sexy thing! My 20 year old son heard it on a commercial. I ordered the CD for him! Nice to know our young appreciate good music, such as Hot Chocolate!

5 out of 5 stars The music is a part of every listener's being, its fantastic.......1999-06-06

I have been listening to the Hot Chocolate since the late 70s, this is 1999 and the music is still very fresh in my whole Being. It is a Gold that everyone needs to have.
Ke'Alaokamaile
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • What can I say?
  • Felt Like Puppy Love
  • The Best Album I've Ever Heard
  • A precious and wonderful album!
  • Mahalo, Keali`i!
 Ke'Alaokamaile
Keali'i Reichel
Manufacturer: Punahele Productions
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00007138U
Release Date: 2003-12-09

Tracks:

  1. Ka Mo'oku'auhau O Kamaile Puhi Kane
  2. He Lei No Kamaile (Chant)
  3. Ka Nohona Pili Kai
  4. Fields Of gold
  5. Pupu A'o 'Ewa
  6. Mele 'Ohana
  7. For The First Time
  8. Na 'Ono O Ka 'Aina
  9. E Pili Mai
  10. Kaiona
  11. Lahainaluna
  12. You Were There
  13. Lei Hana I Ka Makani Ualau'awa
  14. Ka Nohona Pili Kai (Re-Mix)
  15. Goodbye My Friend

Amazon.com

Whether it's ukulele music, the island exotica of Martin Denny, the lounge crooning of Don Ho, or the slack key acoustic guitar tradition, many styles of music have emerged from the jeweled necklace in the Pacific known as Hawaii. Over the course of five albums, popular singer Keali'i Reichel (pronounced kay-ah-LEE-ee rye-SHELL) touches on both commercial adult contemporary songcraft and traditional ukulele and hula dance accompaniment--he was a noted hula dance instructor and cultural historian before becoming a professional musician. The Grammy-nominated Ke' Alaokamaile is the singer's tribute to his family, singing about his ancestors and his own life so far. While there a gloss on many of these contemporary songs (even when sung Hawaiian) that no doubt gives them a broad pop appeal--Reichel also does a sentimental but somewhat empty version of Sting's "Fields Of Gold"--the traditional songs are strong enough to prove Reichel's versatility. Purists will likely have problems with some of Ke'alaokamaile, but Reichel's legions of fans will swallow it whole. --Tad Hendrickson

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars What can I say?.......2005-08-30

Everyone else who reviewed this album has basically said it all. I have all five of Keali'i's CD's and can hardly wait for a sixth to come. You don't have to know the Hawaiian language to enjoy his music; even I only know a few phrases. His voice is beautiful and very soothing, especially if you're stressed, unhappy, or you can't get to sleep. My two favorite songs on this CD are "Ka Nohona Pili Kai" and "Mele 'Ohana," which is sung in both Hawaiian and English. I also love his rendition of Sting's "Fields of Gold." Keali'i is a great chanter as well. This is shown in "He Lei No Kamaile" and "Lei Hana I Ka Makani Ualau Awa." A recommended CD for all!

2 out of 5 stars Felt Like Puppy Love.......2005-05-04

I'm so sorry to say but I really did NOT like this CD. The tunes were pretty similar and felt like puppy love songs. There were very few of the Hawaiian style songs that I like and look forward to from Keali'i Reichel but not enough to make me like the whole CD. I am donating mine to the library...

5 out of 5 stars The Best Album I've Ever Heard.......2005-04-15

I own and enjoy all of Keali`i Reichel's albums but Ke`alaokamaile is the best. Everything about it is wonderful; from the booklet that comes with it to the final song. I always enjoy his chants and this CD has two excelent ones. My favorite song on this album is "Ka Nohana Pili Kai". All his songs are simply beautiful.

My family and I plan to fly from Arkansas to attend his September 11, 2005 concert at the Hollywood Bowl. I would only do that for an exceptional artist. I'm looking forward to his next album. This one will be hard to top.

5 out of 5 stars A precious and wonderful album!.......2004-06-17

Mahalo e Keali`i for sharing your aloha with us. This album is a wonderful tribute to his tutu, and his family, as well as everyone's family. The music is pure, in true Keali`i fashion that his fans love. I had tears in my eyes the first time I listened to "Ka Nohona Pili Kai". The entire album is filled with great music, in English and Hawaiian.

5 out of 5 stars Mahalo, Keali`i!.......2004-06-04

Wow. Another fine album from this fine artist. His voice caresses the Hawaiian language, already one of the most beautiful languages on earth. His Hawaiian sounds like the Hawaiian that the kupuna speak. Combine that with the masterful poetry of the amazing Puakea Nogelmeier, and you've got music that is timeless. Whenever I listen to Keali`i singing, it makes me soooo homesick for Hawai`i. If that weren't enough, Keali`i is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet -- and so is Puakea. They both still live in Hawai`i and they don't have the big head because they are famous. Buy this album, buy all of his albums. You won't be disappointed.
Winner Takes All
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A gem - just rediscovered
  • Truly A Winner
  • A undervalued classic
  • Underrated greatness...
  • A Winning Album
 Winner Takes All
The Isley Brothers
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000025GR
Release Date: 1989-06-19

Tracks:

  1. I Wanna Be With You (Parts 1 & 2)
  2. Liquid Love (Parts 1 & 2)
  3. Winner Takes All
  4. Life In The City (Parts 1 & 2)
  5. It's A Disco Night (Rock Don't Stop) (Parts 1 & 2)
  6. (Can't You See) What You Do To Me?
  7. Let's Fall In Love (Parts 1 & 2)
  8. How Lucky I Am (Parts 1 & 2)
  9. You're The Key To My Heart
  10. You're Beside Me (Parts 1 & 2)
  11. Let Me In Your Life (Parts 1 & 2)
  12. Love Comes And Goes (Parts 1 & 2)
  13. Go For What You Know
  14. Mind Over Matter (Parts 1 & 2)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A gem - just rediscovered.......2005-12-09

Back in 1979, when the Mothership was the only place I wanted to be and only the deepest funk jams would satisfy, a friend loaned me this 2LP set. It blew me away and God knows why I didn't buy it then.

In the last two weeks I was playing my copy of an Isleys compilation featuring the title track (blown away all over again)and as the price of Winner Take All has dropped sinfully low, I dived right in. Wow - all the things said here about an underrated album are 100% true. Since the first time I heard "That Lady" in 1973, this band have enthralled me and this blissful mix of silky vocals, blistering intrumental work, hard funk and lovely ballads means the fascination will continue...

Isleys, I love you, love you, LOVE YOU!

5 out of 5 stars Truly A Winner.......2004-08-23

This album is underrated, plain and simple. Back in the day people must have been turned off because it was a double album and it was the height of disco. Well even the tracks that have some disco nuances are still funky. The first 3 songs, 'I Wanna Be With You', 'Liquid Love' and 'Winner Takes All' are pure funk while 'Life In The City' clocks in at 8 minutes and has an extended breakdown with some serious guitar riffs from Ernie. The album slows down with the mid-tempo groove of '(Can't You See) What You Do To Me?' and slows down even further with 'Let's Fall In Love' one of their best slow jams. This isn't one of their more well-remembered albums but it's just as good as '3+3' or 'Go For Your Guns'.

5 out of 5 stars A undervalued classic.......2003-12-16

While other Isley Albums get better notice, this is a hot album. I wanna be with you, winner takes all, liquid love, and Disco night are tunes that made people move back in the days!!!

5 out of 5 stars Underrated greatness..........2003-07-24

I hate to throw the word 'underrated' around, but it applies here.

I'll go further.

This is one of THE underrated double albums of the 70s.

People will now shower praise on Songs in the Key of Life and Here, My Dear, but Winner Takes All tends to be unmentioned or passed over.

Maybe it is the few disco-esque dance jams that throw people off. Era biases aside, the uptempo songs on this album are generally winners.

And the Isleys don't lose when it comes to their 70s ballads and midtempo jams. This may be the smoothest set of those songs to appear on any Isley album even if they aren't the most celebrated.

The 1-2 punch that is the loosely-combined "You're the Key to My Heart" and "You're Beside Me" is undeniable goodness.

And "Let's Fall in Love" is one their second-tier beloved jams that is only on the second-tier because there was no room on the first one!

"Let Me In Your Life" is such a solid but unknown song that I want to tie people up and make them listen to it so that they can appreciate it (and being untied afterwards).

"How Lucky I Am" is another underloved slow piece.

Most double albums from any era are slagged for one of the following reasons:

- Too much of a departure from the artist's normal sound
- Too many songs/too long/too self-indulgent/etc
- The album gets boring
- Bad sequencing

IMO, Winner Takes All suffers from none of those problems.

In addition, buying this album will introduce most casual Isley fans to several good songs that they probably didn't know of before.

It is 2nd or 3rd on my list of favorite Isley albums. (I sometimes think Harvest for the World is better and Heat is On is my choice for THE best)

AP

4 out of 5 stars A Winning Album.......2002-02-15

Solid Isley Brothers Album with there Trademark Vocals,Organ&Fire Hot Guitar Licks from Ernie Isley who still is sadly Underrated.this Band in the Studio to Me was as Bad as anyone out there during the same time period.between the Solos&Vocals you can't go wrong a Good Blend of Funk&Slow-Jams.One of the Few Acts from back in the day still on the scene.
Remember Who I Am
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great CD...Even better live show
  • An instant favorite!
  • One of my new favorites
  • Michael Stipe meets the Indigo Girls
  • Girlyman is incredible see them live
 Remember Who I Am
Girlyman
Manufacturer: Daemon Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002PUHUG
Release Date: 2004-09-07

Tracks:

  1. Viola
  2. Hey Rose
  3. Say Goodbye
  4. Fall Stories
  5. The Shape I Found You In
  6. Maori
  7. Montpelier
  8. Even If
  9. David
  10. My Sweet Lord
  11. Postcards From Mexico
  12. Amaze Me

Album Description

Imagine a modern day Peter, Paul, & Mary, only edgier, and with a quirky sense of humor. Girlyman creates a rich, playful sound that crosses genres and genders. Their harmony-driven style veers from contemporary folk to country rock and pop. Each member switches off songwriting duties, lead vocals, and range of instruments including acoustic guitar, djembe, banjo, baritone guitar, and mandolin. The Village Voice has described this band as "Really Good, Really Unexpected, and Really Different."

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great CD...Even better live show.......2005-10-06

I saw Girlyman with Dar Williams in Raleigh, NC. Great show!! This CD captures their unique harmonies and quirky edge. Great drive time music to beat the traffic jam blues.

5 out of 5 stars An instant favorite!.......2005-03-11

Not sure how I stumbled across Girlyman, but the group is my new favorite. The great lyrics and gorgeous harmonies have won them a prominent spot on my play list! They're coming to Seattle soon! I won't miss the show!

5 out of 5 stars One of my new favorites.......2005-02-23

It's always a thrill to be pleasantly surprised by an opening act you've never heard of. I first heard Girlyman when they opened for the Indigo Girls last fall, and was absolutely floored. "Say Goodbye," "Viola" and "The Shape I Found You In" are favorites, and their cover of "My Sweet Lord" is fun, although a little safe.

They were a fun band to see live. Girlyman possesses excellent stage presence and good-natured wit. I look forward to more great things from them.

5 out of 5 stars Michael Stipe meets the Indigo Girls.......2005-02-20

I first heard this group on the radioio eclectic webstream. The song was "Fall Stories." I noticed over the course of a month or so that every time that the song came on that I paid more attention to it. They have marvelous melodies that you just wished you could hear more of in mainstream music. I found their website and listened to their album. After one listen I ordered the CD and awaited its arrival. I thought they reminded me very much of the early Indigo Girls. Later on I joined their fan club in the hope they might eventually visit somewhere nearby. They are now signed on to the Indigo Girls record label so I hope there is enough marketing power behind them that they get to make a new album. The only weak song on the album is the remake of George Harrison's "My Sweet Lord." It isn't bad, but just not as great as all the other songs.

5 out of 5 stars Girlyman is incredible see them live.......2005-02-14

Girlyman is incredible see them live, the Remember who I am CD is wonderful, if you don't like this CD you have lost all Musical Taste! Love them Rock On!

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