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2003 album and the bands first since The Prodigal Stranger in 1991. The 13 tracks are all Brooker/Reid originals and are instantly recognizable as Procol Harum at their best. Eagle Records.
The Well's on Fire, Music, Procol Harum, Pop, Prog-Rock/Art Rock, Rock, Rock/Pop
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The Spirit of America
Daniel Rodriguez Manufacturer: Manhattan Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005Y1YC Release Date: 2002-02-12 |
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It's said politics makes strange bedfellows. But it's got nothing on the peculiar marriage of art and history inspired by the tragic events of 9/11/01. Before that day, Daniel Rodriguez was a member of New York's finest, working as an NYPD security officer at the Manhattan South precinct. If it seemed an odd calling for a gifted, operatically trained tenor, it was employment many a journeyman artist could relate to: the proverbial "day job." As it turns out, no police academy in the world could have trained Rodriguez for the crucial role his city's darkest hour thrust upon him. While his colleagues mourned their staggering losses and toiled around the clock in rescue efforts, Rodriguez delivered renditions of "God Bless America" that rallied both his city and his country, much as Kate Smith's version of the Irving Berlin patriotic standard had done at the dawn of WWII.Contemporary jazz great-producer Tom Scott took it from there, showcasing Rodriguez's powerful voice in this deftly arranged album focused sharply on personal and national inspiration. Taking his cue from his own hero, Mario Lanza, Rodriguez instills no small amount of drama in his performances, and it serves him well on tracks like the American folk classic "Shenandoah," a rousing take on Scarlet Pimpernel's "Into the Fire," and the relative Sinatra rarity "The House I Live In." The "God Bless America" here varies from the original single release, with Rodriguez reading the spoken intro once delivered by Mayor Rudolph Giuliani. Is Rodriguez the greatest tenor of modern times? No. But it's hard to imagine a talent better suited to the challenge history has thrust upon him; we're lucky--make that blessed--to have him. --Jerry McCulley
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God Bless Daniel Rodriquez.......2007-07-16
Music From and For the Heart.......2006-11-25
Daniel Rodriguez.......2006-11-11
Some definite winners on this album.......2005-12-14
The Spirit of America.......2005-10-10
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Dream a Dream
Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00004ZDPO Release Date: 2000-10-17 |
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Everybody's favorite precocious sprite of a soprano comes out with her third album in Dream a Dream. It's only been two years since Charlotte Church's smash debut, Voice of an Angel, but that's a big chunk of the Welsh singer's life span so far. This latest is basically a Christmas album, so full of festive cheer you'd never guess it was recorded in the summer. Even the glummest of moods will disappear when you hear Charlotte's infectious take on chestnuts such as "Winter Wonderland" and "Little Drummer Boy" (and having the London Symphony Orchestra as your backup band doesn't hurt either). And on top of that is a really special treat: the title song (borrowing an unforgettable classical melody) which blends Church's soaring vocals with the tender voice of young country prodigy Billy Gilman. --Sarah ChinCustomer Reviews:
Dream a dream.......2007-04-03
This girl has Potential (I wish the press would back off)!!!!!!.......2007-03-01
This girl has Potential (I wish the press would back off)!!!!!!.......2007-03-01
A must-have for Christmas music lovers.......2006-12-07
Gorgeous! .......2005-12-07
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Christmas Rhapsody
Manufacturer: Koch Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0002VEQ5C Release Date: 2004-10-05 |
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Amazing skills, yet too busy for listening enjoyment.......2006-12-13
John Bayless Christmas Rhapsody.......2006-02-13
best concert pianist in the world.......2005-08-18
My favorite of the season.......2004-12-31
Best Piano Christmas CD ever!.......2004-12-15
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The Well's on Fire
Procol Harum Manufacturer: Eagle Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000089J12 Release Date: 2003-03-04 |
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2003 album and the bands first since The Prodigal Stranger in 1991. The 13 tracks are all Brooker/Reid originals and are instantly recognizable as Procol Harum at their best. Eagle Records.Customer Reviews:
Nowhere near vintage Procol but still better than most.......2007-01-05
Awful.......2003-12-05
Save your $$.
Greatest Musicians.......2003-09-21
Go Bananas instead!.......2003-09-21
Two of my favorite bands seem to be going in different directions and I`m not talking musical. I can't believe how weak The Well's On Fire is, the playing lacks spark and the songs simply aren't good or memorable. The arrangements are typical been there, done that and Procol Harum just don't sound like their having much fun! When the disc ended I knew I wouldn't be in a hurry to play it again any time soon.
On the contrary, Deep Purple's new album is everything Procol Harum's isn't. Great songs, unbelievable performances and the band sound like they are having FUN! Plus, the running order of the album is just outstanding. I've played Bananas10 times as much as Procol Harum's latest.
It's safe to say this is not Procol Harum's finest hour, but it might be Deep Purple`s.
Two stars: The Well's On Fire
Five stars: Bananas
New Procol will please old fans, but won't win many new ones.......2003-05-28
Pianist/singer Brooker, organist Matthew Fisher, and lyricist Keith Reid remain from early Procol, joined by "Prodigal" drummer Mark Brzezicki, bassist Matt Pegg (son of Fairport Convention's Dave), and guitarist Geoff Whitehorn (who can do a decent Robin Trower impersonation). There's no standout track here, no song that really makes your ears jump to attention. My favorite tracks are the jittery "Shadow Boxed", bluesy "The VIP Room" and "Every Dog Will Have His Day", and classic rock "So Far Behind". Reid's lyrics aren't as off-the-wall as in the past, but he provides some nice social commentary on tracks like "The Question" and "This World Is Rich". A couple of the more thoughtful lyrics are matched with boring music, though, such as "The Emperor's New Clothes" and the 9/11-inspired "The Blink of an Eye". "Weisselklenzenacht" ends the album with a big, building Fisher instrumental, in the manner of "Repent Walpurgis".
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500 Classic Masterpieces
Manufacturer: Vox (Classical) ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00008FZWM Release Date: 1992-11-04 |
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Classical Heat
Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00005YUAA Release Date: 2002-05-21 |
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Classical Wonder.......2003-05-18
Beware the Flame.......2002-06-14
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Christmas with Sonos Handbell Ensemble
Manufacturer: Well-Tempered Produc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000003Y2Y Release Date: 1995-08-24 |
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This best-selling title recreates all of your fondest memories of Christmas with the glorious sound of handbells. This seasonal favorite includes "Silent Night," "Sleigh Ride" and more - twenty selections of carols and Christmas favorites.Customer Reviews:
The best Christmas Bells yet!.......2001-06-09
A nice departure.......2001-06-08
In my opinion.......2001-06-08
A smooth, relaxing Christmas album.......2000-02-01
Of special interest is the bluesy/gospel "Christmas Tidings" (Mary Had a Baby Boy/Go Tell It On the Mountain) with clarinet, the lovely "Panis Angelicus" with flute, and a quirky arrangement of "Carol of the Bells," which does not do what you expect! There's the ever-popular nutcracker, along with the Leroy Anderson's hit "Sleigh Ride." A moody "Veni Emmanuel" is paired with a mediaeval-sounding "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen." There's even a little Prokofiev: the "Troika" (another kind of sleigh ride), from Lt. Kije.
This CD is great for parties and background music but can also be brought up and appreciated for its detail and finer qualities. A rare combination.
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Free on This Mountain
Manufacturer: Upheaval Dome Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000A39JIQ Release Date: 2004-04-27 |
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My Home Town
T.B.T Manufacturer: Kinfokerecords.com ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00005RZJJ Release Date: 2001-09-04 |
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The superNatrual brings a bit of the new age with the old. I can say one thing for sure. You wont hear anything like it out there today. It bring hope to the unsure in life by leting you know that u can live your life supernatrual too. Now the Lastime is for the Guys as will as for the Ladys too.It talks about not putting up with the same old things in a relationship . No more fights no more let downs . no more un happy time the lasttime.Customer Reviews:
If you are looking for good music this is it.......2002-01-17
My HOme Town.......2001-12-25
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All-Time Christmas Favorites
Various Artists Manufacturer: Madacy Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00006L3HO Release Date: 2002-10-08 |
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