title: "A Pleasant Romp In Surfdom"

text: Splashback's 1997 effort, "Mrs. Moto", pays homage to Surf Music Legends while adding to the genre's history.  Dana Vincent weaves his magic, penning five selections(Forever Gremmy, Sidetrip, Surf Tremor, Whitecap Serenade and Shakedown).  Bill Epps, known as an original Vara-Tones' member, inked Over The Edge and the title track, which he took with him while helping reform that group.  Bob "Bobster" McInturrf and Steve "Thumper" Kish expertly compliment Splashback's crisp, clean and vibrant stylings.  "Mrs. Moto" also contains the band's renditions of "Firewater", a "By" Dunham/Jimmie Haskell song performed by The Astronauts in the 1964 flick "Surf Party"; the Johnny Farina staple "Sleepwalk"; "Surfer In Paradise",(imagine Tony Bennett meeting Joe Meek); "Storm Dancer", a reverent bow to John Blair and his Nightriders; and "Dune Buggy", the lighthearted Jim Fuller (The Surfaris) composition.  Well-known D.J. and reverb enthusiast Phil Dirt provided advice and encouragement.  "Mrs. Moto" is a worthwhile extension to your collection and a pleasant romp in Surfdom.


title: Unexpected Surprises

text: "Changing Tides" implies what the music does.  It plays like a "Surf Opera".  You'll be riding the largest waves, owning the ocean, until you wipeout; sipping that favorite beverage by golden sand, then racing in an asphalt jungle.  "Splashback" transports you to places only limited by your imagination.  "C.T." is one of the best-constructed, reasonably-priced packages available.  Who says the number "13" is bad luck?  You will also be treated by reading the insert.  Discover "Changing Tides".  You will receive musical pleasure and unexpected surprises.


title: My Favorite album from Frank

text: I used to sing Valley Girl on the playground in grade school with my friends. Loved Moon Unit, but that’s the only song she’s on for this album. No, Not Now is my favorite Frank song and it kick starts this album. What I got was a brand new cassette from the 80s in its wrapper. Other than the fact there’s no picture of Frank and Moon I have no complaints..


title: A good cd by Yuri

text: I listened to this cd for the satisfaction of remembering some of the best songs of Festival OTI, and for the curiosity of listening to a different version of "Cuando pienso en ti", the song that Lila Deneken sang in 1978; Yuri's rendition is good, but not as good as the original; but it works, and it puts in circulation a song that deserves to be listened again. Most of the remaining selections are good (Será mañana sounds like a jingle), with strong melodies and a vivid combination of corniness and sentimentalism that works fine in the perspective of the archetypical love ballad. Some of the best songs are "El triste", "Cuando pienso en ti", "Una canción no es suficiente", "La felicidad" y "Tiempos mejores", although the musical arrangements sound from time to time artificial, compressed and synthesized, without the colors and the expansion of a full orchestra. But our best option is to forget these shortcomings listening to Yuri's excellent voice, or to wait for a live recording of this new batch of songs, similar to the one produced for Tributo 1.<br />.


title: Enjoyable

text:
Kuhlau was a German by birth, Danish by choice (fleeing to Denmark in fear of conscription into the French army), composer inhabiting the early days of the Romantic period (1800s onwards) who was so prolific that even though his house burned down and destroyed unpublished manuscripts, he still was able to leave the world with a legacy of over 200 works! This set of overtures from Operas display an excellent sense of drama and excitement that shows influences not just from Mozart and the (late) Classical period, but also through the developing Romantic period taking major influence from Beethoven.

As a listener, I have found heading backwards into the Classical period prior to Mozart quite boring. I've since found the problem to partially about lackluster tempos in the conducting - nowhere is there any lackluster in this recording, which makes this, like the symphonies of Saint-Saens, the perfect blend of Classical and Romantic (rather than being overly dramatic and less "fun" like Beethoven and later composers). Michael Schønwandt is a Danish himself, so I have no doubt he knows the music well, as Kuhlau is quite famous for his "The Elf's Hill" Overture (and Incidental Music to the Play) which contains the music that would go on to become the Royal Danish Anthem, and so brings great energy to these works.

Recommended for exploring Kuhlau's larger orchestral works.


title: One of my favourite live albums

text:
Although it's not official, this bootleg was included on some European, Australian and New Zealand editions of Undertow to help squash import costs. There's a good forum that talks about it at Toolnavy.

The recording is far from the best thing you'll hear, but it is tight and has very good separation between band and audience which makes for a fairly clean listening experience. The Undertow songs are executed with a great deal of enthusiasm, with the occasional moments of strained singing from Maynard, but not so strained that it detracts from the enjoyment, while the instruments never feel undercooked from a lack of studio overdubbing. In fact, this recording is a great testament to the power of Tool in the early days. Both Opiate and Jerk-Off are my preferred versions, particularly Jerk-Off which sounds like the band has settled into a much more comfortable pace, opposed to the slightly faster version recorded live on the Opiate CD. Bottom includes the original spoken-word vocal by Maynard, which is great to be able to compare the differences and similarities between his and the Henry Rollins version from the studio recording.

One particular quibble is the fact that there has been some editing going on. Sober's first chorus has the "f-word" section edited out wholesale, so what you get instead is a "Jesus won't you whistle..." which sounds like the band has to awkwardly catch up on the beat because of the two missing syllables. Considering the band messes with time signatures a lot, it's not hard to pretend that this is just them messing with this song as well. I'm not entirely sure if the end of Jerk-Off is edited to remove the "f-word" there as well, but it still sounds good and quite natural.

As a New Zealander, I was very happy to have purchased Undertow a year after it was released and have this live CD included, but without any of the artwork. Looking back, more so since I never had the experience of being at some of those early Tool gigs and concerts, or of hearing that powerful segue between Opiate and Flood. They have done some impressive live work since, but it's still great to have this raw performance captured for those of us who didn't get the opportunity to hear the band in a live setting at this stage of their career!


title: The best Alone

text: I bought this CD purely so I could have the best recording of Alone to listen to. I've heard some early demos and the re-recorded version with Matt Cameron (or is it a remix of the Dave Krusen version?) on Lost Dogs, but this is by far the one that contains the most passion and feelings by all involved. This recording keeps McCready's jangly guitar and Gossard's distortion driven riffs clearly seperated, while the drums, bass and vocals charge up the centre of the stereo image before McCready launches into a perfectly placed - and perfectly executed - guitar solo that blisters and screams but never overshadows. The biggest mistake Pearl Jam ever made? Firering their drummer Dave Abbruzese: This recording testifies to how well he fitted in to the whole dynamic of what Pearl Jam was at that time. Alone is one of Pearl Jam's very best songs.


title: Such a Shame, But Not Unlistenable

text: If only... If only... some "music industry" person had bothered to make a good quality live recording of these amazing musicians playing this profoundly creative and thrilling music, what a treat that would be; however what we have here is an attempt to produce a very poor sounding effort by someone to record nearly 3 hours of startlingly brilliant jazz/rock. The people behind this project have tried to clean this up with mixed, at best, results. I really can't bear to listen to this because I know how good the players are and the music is, but this attempt is just a painful miss as good as a mile. And, nothing like this would ever happen again. I have the studio version of Love Devotion Surrender, plus 2 DVDs where Carlos & John are supposed to play the track "A Love Supreme" again, but they really don't make a genuine effort to do so, at least not Carlos. In the first case Carlos drops his guitar and lets the saxes and keyboards take over (and after all they're Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter, plus another raging sax dude) , and 7 years later he does the same thing when he and John are onstage and playing together, so the song just turns into little more than a chant. "A Love Supreme, Supreme, Supreme". A shame, as already noted. Also, I see a guy ragging on the musicians, who along with the guitarists include Billy Cobham and most of the best of the time in jazz/rock. You must have a much better sound system than I, although I did listen first on decent headphones, but the thing sounds mono to me, I can't find anything in this mess. Some instruments rise up in the mix then fade away, it's all just a jumble to me, but I  don't blame the guys doing the playing. On the studio recording, John is in one channel and Carlos the other, but not here. Also, mine has 2 CDs.<br />Update: Seeing all the great reviews set me to finding a better way to listen, so I went to my best system, played the 1st CD, and found it sounded better than I thought, but oddly enough, the best sound I got was in the Blu-Ray player, where I could get pretty good sound (at least the best so far) using DTX: Neo 6. Actually heard some bass. The players are ID'd on track 5, and they're first rate. It still seems mono to me, as I'm not hearing anything different from side to side. It's all in one spot in front of my listening position. Larry Young also still seems to fade out at times, but overall better sound quality than I thought, so I'll be doing some more listening.


title: Excellent

text: Excellent!!!!


Reminds me of my Bohemian time in Berlin during the early 90's, living in a coldwater flat and painting...<br />who could not love John Lurie and the Lounge Lizards?


Excellent album, I was pleasantly surprised!  I really like the smooth and mellow vibe and arrangements on Don't Let It go, Morning and Waking Light.  Something very special about those songs.<br />One of my favorites by Beck.


title: CHICAGO AT THEIR BEST

text: This Live Album of Chicago in Japan catches the band at their most creative. Terry Kath is awesome here, and although we do not have enough of his genius on recordings, this concert set is one that everybody who loves Chicago, or who loves creative Rock at its best, has got to get this for their collection!


title: Live music doesn't get any better than this

text: I always wanted to experience the Isleys live.  This CD does that.  It includes versions of "That Lady", "The Pride", and the classic "Fight the Power".  It also has extended slow jams like " Groove with You", "For the Love of You", and "Don't Say Goodnight".  If you're a fan of the Isleys or live music in general, this is a must have for your collection.


title: One of a Kind Performance!!!

text: If you've viewed this concert on YouTube, then you should definitely purchase the CD.  Although it's pricey and rare, you need this in your collection if you're a fan of early Chicago.  The performances of "Introduction", Robert Lamm's piano solo going into "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?", "25 or 6 to 4" with Terry Kath's blistering guitar, and the ant-war protest song "It Better End Soon" featuring Walter Parazaider on flute makes this a great listen for those who love live music. In addition, their live version of James Pankow's "Ballet for a Girl in Buchannon" is much better than the studio recording.  This CD showcases the "real" Chicago in my humble opinion.


title: out of this world, or way into it

text: A fool for selling the vinyl, thinking I could replace it for a CD which was never made. It is a fabulous work from the late 70's, and a sad thing there is no CD reproduction. Every cut is otherworldly, beautiful compositions, a rare musical event.


title: i dont live for today ....

text: great jimi collection


title: classic music

text: great music from the 60's


title: we know who you are

text: great collection


title: An excellent re-release of the classic Grateful Dead album.

text: What I liked best about this package was the additional bonus features, including a live version of "Dancing in the Streets".  It reminds me of the bumper sticker you'd see whenever the Dead were in town: "There is Nothing Like a Grateful Dead Concert" A great album by an incredibly talented group of musicians.  You won't regret buying this, even if you've never heard this band before.


title: Not a big deal

text: Disappointed. Nothing significantly different from original versions. If you have the original release no reason to purchase a duplicate.  Taylor had a chance to make big differences in arrangements /  lyrics  it basically just a rehash of the original release.


title: Special, very underrated album and artist!

text: I was introduced to this musician through hearing the song Fill My Thirst on Bill Staines Going to the West album.  I couldn't get the poetic and inspiring words to that song out of my head.  Frankly, it's one of the most soothing and inspiring songs I've ever heard.  So I decided to expand my search for more of his music.  I picked up this album and I could not be more impressed.  If you like Stan Rogers and Gordon Lightfoot, you will love this album.  Great songwriting and great vocals.  I plan to buy more albums by this artist.  Give him a listen!


title: Beautifull.

text: This album was well done. I found and met these good people at the Erie County Fair in Hamburg, N.Y. and near Buffalo--America's second largest fair. They sounded fantastic from afar and I had to get their audio. Now, I want the CD and will get it. The songs on here are classy and airy, with alot of earth and sometimes dramatic sounds and beats mixed in. Two songs towards the end of this disk were really good in particular. Runa Pacha is one of my favorite groups from the international scene, and if anyone wants to hear incredible music--songs of celebration and sadness--straight from the Andes, this group is one of two that has it all for you. The other band being Cusco. :)


title: Five Stars

text: Someone By The Contrails Is A  Beautiful  Ballad


title: Sublime Mozart

text: Sublime. Uchida has given a beautiful, precise rendition of the Mozart sonatas, filled with intelligence and passion. Highly recommended.


title: Worth the time

text: Excellent CD/l.p. Admittedly have not watched the DVD yet...but whether or not if this is the potentially the last Deep Purple release its a worth time and money.<br />Compared to ALOT of lame crap that is being labelled as ROCK these days, this is what ROCK music is.


title: *This one is the richest sound of the three!

text: Long ago,I bought the record + the cassset when it came out!-I still have the tape!<br />This cd is really-the best sound like i have never heard it before,well worth the price!


title: Excellent Artist

text: We saw Jaimee Harris with The True Heart<br />Troubadours. This CD is a few years old and there’s not a bad song on the Album. She has a wonderful voice and will be following her.


title: BRILLIANT, shut your eyes and you are at the concert!

text: BRILLIANT, I am still upset that I didn't see Bill Perry and band live.  This recording is the next best thing however.<br />Definitely one of my favorite CDs, and always gets played loud!


title: Four Stars

text: A good CD, however hasn't quite got the Johnny Winter drive of his earlier recordings.


title: You have to listen to this recording too!

text: Another brilliant recording from Bill Perry.  It is a tragedy that he isn't still around making great blues music.  I was in America and scheduled to see Bill playing at Buddy Guy's Legends on the Saturday, but tragically Bill died 2 days before so I never got to see him and his band live.  His recordings are a great legacy however.


title: A Swinging Lyrical Ride with a Great Singer and Group

text: I will admit that what drew me to this CD was not Claudette Stone of whom I had never heard of (but what a find!) but the group that included the great guitarist George Van Eps--yes he is one of of my "idols" in jazz guitar. This was apparently recorded in 1992 which was at the tail end of George's long and storied career as one of the fathers of jazz guitar in the 1930s and as the "inventor" of the 7-string guitar. George was recording at the time with Concord records and many items are availble  still. But this is not all about him. Ms. Stone is a warm and engaging vocalist of the old school---swinging, pitch on, and a warm delivery. You can find some of her performances on YouTube and other cds.I highly recommend this CD if you can find it a reasonbale price. I suspect it was a small release. The band swings--great piano by Ray Sherman(who I confess was not a name I was familiar with ). Mr. Van Eps steps out with his beautiful 7-string Gretsch guitar to give Claudette intros and the softest of soft rhythm guitar when he steps back. He is often felt more than heard in this context which is long lost art. Ms. Stone is a engaging and playful vocalist. Enjoy her music.


title: The Great Bill Harris

text: I have rated Bill before for another CD. This is an original LP from 1963 and not on CD but should be. This LP is a clooection of live one take performances either in the studio or perhaps a club. Real jazz, a real player going for the goalposts. As always, Bill played a classical guitar which was not the norm back in the 1950s and 1960s. An innovator in many respects.


title: Five Stars

text: She sounds great


title: 1965

text: Just the way they sound in 1965


title: Awesome CD that has wonderful songs and a few rare ...

text: Awesome CD that has wonderful songs and a few rare ones too.  A terrific souvenir of a super trip to Florida!


title: Five Stars

text: good


title: Dos en uno

text: Imprescindible para quien quiera tener lo mejor de Credence Clearwater Revival y de John Fogerty en solitario en un solo CD.


title: Live sets

text: The Beatles in the beginning stages of their career. Recorded live sounds good for the early 60's. Covering some od classic and their own creations.


title: but I feel better with a replacement

text: I have this record at a friend's house, but he can't find it. I'm not letting him off the hook, but I feel better with a replacement.


title: IT'S ELVIS! ENOUGH SAID!

text: GREAT CD. Love the songs.


title: Good listening music.

text: It's Elvis What's not to like! Love the songs...


title: Such a cool fresh new sound

text: Wow! Such a cool fresh new sound. Cant wait to see them live!


title: Wonderful Music From An Incredible Artist!

text: I had the absolute pleasure of seeing Jesse Ruben live recently and was blown away by not only his singing but his incredible songwriting. Wonderful performer with a lot of wonderful things to say. Please do yourself a favor and purchase this album - purchase any album he has recorded!


title: One of Frank Wildhorn's best!

text: This is probably Frank Wildhorn's most beautiful and complex work to date! I have long been a fan, even after Mr. Wildhorn got unfairly pigeon-holed with his "Jekyll and Hyde" score, and find that his composing gets better and more richer with each project. "The Scarlet Pimpernel" was judged unfairly (in my opinion), and check out "Bonnie and Clyde" if you haven't already. That's storytelling at its best! But "The Civil War" takes it to the next level. Trust me - you will love it! The singers and actors chosen to record this work all do a remarkable job - expecially Linda Eder. Her tracks are ravishing!


title: "Fugitive Songs" is a must hear!!

text: This cd is something that must be experienced and shared - especially if you are interested and, more importantly, concerned with the direction of modern musical theatre. It is absolutely beautiful.


title: ... German (I don't speak German) that you can just love without understanding the lyrics because the music is so ...

text: One of the only bands that sing in German (I don't speak German) that you can just love without understanding the lyrics because the music is so good!


title: NO COMPLAINTS HERE

text: People who like indie rock will love this album,great song writing with wonderful vocals.This is one of my favorite albums of all time.This is one tight rock band! Every song on this disc is good so buy it now while you can! this is one cd you don't want to miss.Just listen to " Girl Next Door" it's pure heaven!


title: Lot's of free spirit!

text: Got this disc today & have played it over & over.Every song can stand on it's own.rock at it's best.this album has really good vocals & guitar playing.I found this one to be better than the first.A must for both aor & rock fans.


title: CARLY,CARLY, CARLY

text: FIRST OFF TUG OF WAR COULD HAVE BEEN A GIANT HIT HAD THE ALBUM BEEN ON SONY OR ANOTHER MAJOR LABLE.THE DISC STARTS OFF WITH THE SONG "BUCKET"A SUPER COOL SONG WITH A GREAT REGGAE BEAT & THEN THE "GRAB YOU BY THE PANTS",DANCE POP SONG "TUG OF WAR".I LIKE JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING ON THIS DISC & I PAID 29.99 FOR MY IMPORT COPY AND IT WAS MONEY WELL SPENT.CARLY RAY REMINDS ME OF ANOTHER CARLY SINGER SONG WRITER THAT WAS BIG IN THE 70'S. GET THIS CD ANYPLACE YOU CAN BEFORE IT GONE!


title: Good music, annoying narration

text: I was drawn to this low-priced highlights version of a Donizetti rarity, in search of beautiful music and voices previously unheard by me. The recording is an older one, from 1968, so I didn't have unrealistic expectations, and overall the music and singing are fine. Unfortunately, someone decided to insert spoken narration (in Italian, not that the language matters to me) between the scenes, presumably to bring the listener up to speed on what's happening that isn't included on the disc. I've never run across this before and find it beyond distracting--and that's just the first time. Seriously, who wants to listen to a man speaking to them between almost every musical selection? Bad idea. Hope it never catches on anywhere else!


title: I would buy again from this seller.

text: Item on time and what I expected.


title: HDCD

text: Improved sound and clarity across the board.


title: Collection of early demos and some cover tunes!!

text:
Check out Junkyard's new CD featuring all 14 song demos recorded to get them signed to the Geffen label back in 1987 plus 5 great cover tunes.  The demos are pretty similar to what made it on the albums but if you're jonesin' for more Junkyard, then here it is.  Available now at their own site: junkyardblooze dot, well, you know....

TRACK LISTING:

1.Life Sentence
2.Hot Rod
3.Long Way Home
4.Can't Hold Back*
5.Blooze*
6.Take Me Home
7.Hollywood*
8.Can't Pin That On Me*
9.Misery Loves Company
10.Shot In The Dark*
11.Simple Man
12.Texas
13.Hands Off*
14.Lost In The City
15.Should I Stay Or Should I Go
16.Hallelujah, I Love Her So
17.Mississippi Queen
18.One Of The Boys
19.Riot In Cell Block #9

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title: Hard, riff-laden psych rock from the UK circa 1971

text:
Well, if you found your way to this page you must be a real fan of early 70's heavy psych rock as this one's been out of print (as a standalone) since 1995 but most of the album is available as side 2 of a double album released in 2003 which is still available here [[ASIN:B00008LJHJ Works V.4]].  I'm surprised this is the first review of this lost classic.

No Red Rowan is a hard, heavy, blues-psych acid rock album released in 1971 out of the UK.  Supposedly some kind of studio-musician supergroup and boy do they sound super!! Plays well as an album front to back, good stuff!

If you are a fan of the early 70's sound, this is a very worthwhile addition to your 'obscure gems' collection.  Track samples are available for listening at youknowwho tube.

Thundermother is:

David John - Lead Vocals / Backing Vocals
Frank Newbould Backing - Vocals / Bass / Guitars
Ginner (Dave Millen) - Lean and Acid Guitars / Vocals / Guitars
Daz (Dave Smith) - Bass
Jerusalem Smith - Drums on 'Woman'
Dave Wilkinson - Plan

Track Listing:

1 Someday 13:41
2 Country Lines 2 1:05
3 Boogie Music 4:48
4 Woman 3:17
5 Lady (Lay By Me) 3:39
6 3:55 The People Show
7 Come On Home 4:53
8 Woman in My Life 4:17
9 Rock Me Babe 6:03
10 Boogie Music 10 (Coke Version) 4:53
11 Duce Blues 1:14
12 Watch Your Step 3:30 12
13 You Know Me Babe 1:26
14 Come On Home (Space Version) 7:31


title: 1973 guitar rock sounding just like you want it to!!

text:
Great album of tunes with rock-psych guitars originally released on the Columbia label in 1973 and produced by Andrew Oldham. Notable for the participation of drummer Marc Bell (aka:Marky Ramone) just after his stint with Dust but before he was with the Ramones.

This is really a great listen all the way thru for fans of early 70's rock - nice mix of styles.  Hard to find, even on LP.  Pick it up if you can find it!!

The band consists of:

Harry Rumpf : Vocals, Guitar, Keyboard, Percussion
Marc Bell : Drums, Percussion
John Nicolas : Vocals, Bass, Harpe, percussion
Tom Nicolas : Vocals, Guitar, Keyboard

Track Listing:

1. 90 m.p.h.
2. On the wings
3. McCloud
4. Goodbye
5. Inside out
6. Sweet children
7. Truckin' man
8. In the morning
9. B.M.D.


title: Five stars all the way!!!

text:
Simply fantastic work by John Scott!!  It is quite  apparent that Scott was truly inspired by both Cousteau and the comforting grandeur of the Amazon when he made this music.  A nice, crisp recording and masterful composition make this a great listen every time.

Check out sound samples for all of Scott's other great work at his website - link in comments section below!!!

Other recommended John Scott:

Antony and Cleopatra
King Kong Lives
Final Countdown
People That Time Forgot
L'Expedition Jules Verne


title: Second best in the Cousteau/Amazon series!!

text:
Sure Cousteau/Amazon Part 1 The River is a five-star masterpiece but Part 2 is more masterful composition from the great John Scott.  Think of this as "Part 1 Lite".

Some similar themes are explored here and it seems to have much more of the flute stuff as was heard in Part 1.  Definitely second best, but any John Scott is good John Scott!!!

Complete sound samples for Part 2 available at the link provided in comments below....

Other recommended John Scott:

Antony and Cleopatra
King Kong Lives
Shoot to Kill
Final Countdown
People That Time Forgot
L'Expedition Jules Verne


title: A 3-CD set was just released Jan 10 2011!!!

text: Great score!  One of Bernstein's best!!  Check the comments below for details on the NEW The Great Escape 3-CD set!!!!


title: Great German hard n' heavy blues rock!!!

text:
Jeronimo is a German hard rock band founded in 1969. In 1969 and 1970, they saw their biggest success with the hits on Cosmic Blues, their second album.  Songs "He Ya" and "Na Na Hey Hey" were smash hits and helped them climb to the number 1 position in almost all European countries.

Lineup for this album is Gunnar Schafer(vocals, bass guitar), Rainer Marz(guitars), Walter Ortel(keyboards, vocals), Ringo Funk(drums).

The album is not so much progressive but just straight forward blues/psych with hard, loud guitars. Vocals are nice with slight hint of accent. Great for fans of 70's hard guitar driven rock and "Hey Hey" what do ya know, it has a coupla hits on it too!!!!!

Track Listing

1. News (3:01)
2. The Key (3:00)
3. Hands (2:40)
4. So Nice to Know (2:03)
5. Na Na Hey Hey (3:37)
6. Let the Sunshine In (1:57)
7. Highjack (2:58)
8. Number 5 (5:22)
9. No No No (3:53)
10. Never Goin' Back (2:37)
11. The Light Life Needs (2:14)
12. Heya (5:54)

Total Time: 39:16


title: Any Jeronimo is good Jeronimo!!

text:
Jeronimo is a German hard rock band founded in 1969.  In 1969 and 1970, they saw their biggest success with the hits "He Ya" and "Na Na Hey Hey" and climbed to the number 1 position in almost all European countries.

Time Ride is their fourth and last album.  While this album is not as heavy as their previous work, it is still a hard rock album with a couple of acoustic and slower numbers thrown in.  Quality is still top notch and the great mix of songs gives a strong 'album' feel.

Line-up is Ringo Funk on drums & vocals, Michael Koch on guitar & vocals, and Gunnar Schafer on bass guitar.

All four Jeronimo albums are hard-to-find but very worthwhile for fans of early 70's rock and highly recommended!!

SPIRIT ORGASZMUS(dbl album w/CCR!!) - 1970
COSMIC BLUES - 1970
JERONIMO - 1971
TIME RIDE - 1971

Time Ride track listing:

1. Time Ride (3:54)
2. There Are People (6:36)
3. Blind Man (4:23)
4. To Be Alone (5:34)
5. Sunshine (3:35)
6. Indian River (5:26)
7. Do You Still Remember (3:46)
8. Ice Dream (3:24)
9. Gone (4:19)

Total Time: 40:57


title: This is actually their third album

text:
Hard, heavy and German so it is much what one might expect from this era.  The other reviews sum it up nicely.

It's worth mentioning that this is actually the groups third overall album, but second under the 'Tiger B Smith' moniker.  For an earlier, more raw 1971 set from this same line-up, be sure to check out their first album from 1971 when they were still called Second Life.  Available here: [[ASIN:B0029ETA8I Second Life]]


title: Hard, crunchy, guitar driven, blues-psych madness!!!!

text:
Blue Goose is a really great record out of the UK from 1975 that sounds more like it's from 1972 or 1973.  Just a real loud jammin, hard, heavy, psych/blues boogie sound with great guitars, keyboards and some harmonica.  Everything I love about early 70's rock and a real lost gem!!!

The band included:
Allan Callan - Guitar, Vocals
Nicky Hogarth - Keyboards
Chris Perry - Drums
Nick South - Bass
Mike Todman - Guitar

Eddie Clarke(of Motorhead) left the band just prior to the recording of this album. He was replaced by Mike Todman but still saw a songwriting credit on one song.

The very last song, Inside Yourself, is the real highlight for me - a fantastic drawn out psych-blues jam that goes on and on and on.  I never wanted it to end!!!  It's really too bad this was their only album....

Incidentally, the cover of this great LP is a really high quality embossed logo job. While it is available on CD outta Japan as an import, apparently amazon's not carrying it and that's a damn shame, cuz this really is a top favorite in my 'great lost 70's' collection and other folks should hear it!!!

Fans of this record should also check out Stray Dog, Jeronimo, Demian, Head Over Heels, Jericho, Second Life and Tin House.

TRACKLISTING

1. struttin' stuff
2. the chorus
3. call on me
4. loretta

1. snowman
2. over the top
3. let me know
4. inside yourself


title: Blues funk rock album by ex Steve Miller Band members

text: Steve Millers ex-backing band presents a rock/blues/funk album back in 1976.  Great muscianship from an experienced band and ballsy vocals make this one worthwhile.  Dig the funky breaks and loud guitar on cuts like "Shotgun", "Uphill Peace Of Mind", and "Turn This World Upside Down".  Not on CD yet, but still very affordable on LP.


title: Great acoustic album from a Master Musician!!

text:
Glad to finally see this listed here on Amazon.

This is a GREAT acoustic album from the amazing Blondie Chaplin and is not to be missed.  A great listen from start to finish and Blondie makes it all sound so effortless.  A truly inspired musician with a lot to say and his catalouge is well worth looking into.  Music samples from this album are available at Blondie's my space page.

Other GREAT albums from the Blondie Chaplin catalouge:

The Flames - Burning Soul/Soulfire! - 1968/69
The Flames, The Best of the Flames, Teal Records, 1994
The Flame, The Flame, Brother Records, 1970
Blondie Chaplin, Blondie Chaplin, Asylum Records, 1977
Skollie, Ostrich Man, PVB Records, 1992
Blondie Chaplin, Fragile Thread, unreleased(but in circulation), 2001
Rick Danko, Cryin Heart Blues,  2005
Anton Fig, Figments, 2002


title: Old record

text: Record has pops poorly kept !!


title: smith at its best

text: i never liked this band's hit version of "baby it's you" which everybody has covered but "take a look around" and "what am i gonna do" were nice cuts.  so good to hear them again.


title: one little omission

text: I agree totally with the "lonereviewer" except for one other piece of trivia and that is "you got me running" was covered very nicely by gene cotton and a hit also.


title: I wish I could give it less than one star

text: Great music if you're looking for a reason to commit suicide.


title: Another Great Magnun Album

text: Enjoyable start to finish. Not as good as Chase The Dragon or Storytellers Night but still very good music.  Getting very hard to find, took 6 weeks to find a used copy.


title: Great  24 Bit Remastered Disc

text: Recieved it from Korea in 2 weeks time. A limited edition with Liner notes from Harvey Brooks and lyrics. A very nice product that I've waited years to find. Ordered Freewheelin because this one is so good. Do yourself a favor and order both.Hopefully the third album gets released also. Cal David has been touring and has a blues disc out that is very good. See Cal David.com


title: Rockabilly Master

text: I don't know why Sleepy never made it big. If you include rockabilly, gospel, or country done old style in your likes, this is a keeper. Filmed on location in Nashville, Sleepy rocks the house as he has done for over 50 years. He hasn't lost any of his zest and performs one tune after the other with some documentary breaks that are informative. Glad that I purchased this one.


title: Extraordinary debut album

text:
This is an extraordinary debut from this Australian sextet. They have produced an album replete with great orchestration, intelligent lyrics, sensitive vocals and an unusual and arresting 'wall of sound' effect on many of the tracks. The group uses violins or a violin/viola combination to produce a lush background to a mixture of dense rock, folk-rock and almost Dylanesque tracks.

There are few, if any, tracks that stand out as 'hit singles', but the album is one that will (IMHO) get played end to end, over and over again.

I find it hard to place Winter People against other groups. Their sound is unique. There are hints of symphony orchestras, some touches of Dylan and Neil Young at times (their lead singer has the timbre and phrasing of Young without the whine), but overall, nothing to put them in any niche but their own.

Overall, an album that may well wear out your sound system. It's already given mine quite a work-out.


title: If a fan - you must have this

text: Ringo says it - what a night - what band


title: Tatiana La Reina is still the queen!

text: I have written many reviews about the talented Tatiana's work.  Te Quiero is as fine as anything she has done.  Much is familiar, as Tatiana knows well what children like, and what makes adults smile.  The chief difference between this CD and those she has released previously, is that Te Quiero has an r & b feel in places that is new.  She, of course, sings beautifully, and her productions and arrangements border at points on genius.  Tatiana Palacios de Chapa is unquestionably the most creative children's artist anywhere in any language today.  Highly recommended especially for children and adults who wish to learn Spanish.  It is not for nothing that they call her the "Queen of Children!"  Check her out!


title: BOOTLEG

text: This is a BOOTLEG album, fake album. The sound is terrible with many scratchs. For garbage!!!!!!


title: betts at his best

text:
Any fan of Dickie Betts can expect surprises. Early on with the Allman Brothers, he stunned rock critics with the adventerous "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed", added some country flavor to the blues-based brew with "Blue Sky" and "Ramblin' Man", and proved to be one of the premier guitarists who was also a strong singer.

"Collectors # 1" is unlike anything Betts has attempted before. In this all acoustic outing, Betts has chosen to explore every genre he has contributed to over a forty year career. Betts is the only living musician who can handle blues , rock, country, jazz- and now Gaelic- and make it all his own.

"Beyond the Pale" is the most unusual instrumental Betts has ever written, and it ranks with his best. Dickie states a very Irish/Scottish melody with flute, violin and nylon string guitar (a friend commented he thought of "Braveheart" upon hearing it for the first time). Just when you settle in with this new sound, Betts jumps into Billy Shaver's "Georgia On a Fast Train". Again, all soloists shine.

"One Stop Be-bop" is a jazz tribute to Charlie Parker, while "The Preacher" is a Horace Silver composition with a playful melody. Blues is covered with "Steady Rollin' Man" ,  "Change My Way of  Livin'" and "Willy and Po' Bob".

Betts shares guitar duties with Dan Toler, one of the underrated players in rock (that's his killer solo on Gregg Allman's "I'm No Angel"), and Dave Liles, Bett's mentor from Florida. Kris Jensen doubles on sax and flute, while T.C. Carr, another Florida native, plays some of the best harp in the world today.

If you love good music and have eclectic taste, this cd is for you.


title: Josh Ritter ep

text: Quite simply the best cd ever recorded


title: Everything went smoothly!

text: A great album!


title: The  Audio On This Re-mastered  Version Is Incredible

text: Just the original recording with no extras and yet the sound quality on this Blu-ray is awesome. The separation and clarity of the individual instruments and vocals is outstanding. At times while listening to this Blu-ray, you'll notice snippets of instruments or vocals you've never heard before, due to the quality of the re-master. If your looking for a great sounding Alan Parsons Blu-ray, look no further. If your looking for a bunch of extras, you will not find them here.


title: it' a pleasure to find again artists who played in ...

text: it' a pleasure to find again artists who played in the legendary album "the call of the valley"; but they doesn't play together...


title: The Beatles 1

text: I received another package of the Beatles 1, which I now have 2 of them. The Beatles 1 comes in a CD jewel case that looks brand new. When I opened the CD wrapped jewel case, I removed that cigarette-wrapper strip and the CD sticker. I listened to the Beatles 1 and sound better than ever. If any musical group or artists want to release a greatest hits album that has have number ones song hits, that will be the Beatles. The Beatles have number ones in both the UK and USA.


title: This DVD is FANTASTIC!!!!!!

text: I LOVED this DVD!  The 2 1/2 hours flew by as the chapters were so interesting, & they were filled with 100's of historic photos. This crazy little town gets thousands of visitors each year, but few know the incredible history behind the discovery of the Comstock Lode and Virginia City's importance in western history. I certainly had no idea, but now I do!  The next time I visit I'll be able to appreciate all that happened there. I also liked all the stuff about the wild events that happen annually, and all the places I can stay. Definitely going to check out some of those B&B's. If you're planning a visit to VC, be sure to watch this video FIRST! If you just love history & want to know the real story behind "Bonanza" (nothing like the tv series), then get this DVD.


title: Loved this DVD, too!

text: I bought this with Al's Reining Fundamentals and I'm glad I did. I taught my horse all the maneuvers in the first video and was ready to go on with this one. It's saved me a lot of time & money because Al's methods are easy to understand & they work with my horses.


title: Prime Black Ark

text: Good stuff


title: Not your average rough guide

text:
This exceptional collection includes 12 great African songs that the editor (or editors) simply loved. There seems no particular rhyme or reason to the selections--there are Afro-Cuban selections, Mbaqanga selections, all different genres from different parts of sub-Saharan Africa--but the music is uniformly good and entertaining. This is also the cheapest Rough Guide music series CD I have seen--the linear notes are minimal (the CD notes suggest you visit their website to learn more) and there is no bonus CD. Basically, Rough Guide just printed a bunch of songs the compilers loved. And there are really good, you will probably love them too.

Not a CD with a good overview of any particular style of music, just a very entertaining CD.


title: The Yabby You renaissance continues

text:
Yabby You, a gentle soul who suffered from debilitating arthritis for most of his life, is receiving in death the CD releases which eluded him in life. I must admit some ambivalent feelings about this; since Shanachie's vinyl releases of his material in the 1980s, Yabby You has been one of my favorite musical figures in any genre, a man whose profound spiritual music spoke directly to my soul. I sought his material avidly during the aughts when I began to collect CD yet the only ones apparently readily available were two excellent Blood and Fire compilations. Since Yabby You's demise, two fine CDs were released by the Pressure Sounds label. Now Shanachie, the label which first introduced Yabby You to America, has released an amazing three CD set of Yabby You's fine work.

The other Amazon review correctly states that it is difficult to overpraise this fine collection. This CD firmly establishes Yabby You as one of the finest roots reggae producers; only Lee Perry and Augustus Pablo rival the quality and consistency of Yabby's output (I should note that I would, perhaps eccentrically, classify King Tubby as a dub artist--a brilliant deconstructing artist of other people's material--and not a producer. Clearly, people like Junior Byles, Culture, Spear etc. are artists, not producers.) In the Western European tradition, a "genius" is viewed as an individual who somehow singlehandedly shapes the world and culture to his "vision." The great Jamaican producers managed to illuminate the genius in other people's talents, creating indelible works of art in a collaborative process which seems to transcend ego.

The oversized box set includes three CDs. There is some duplication from the earlier Blood and Fire set [[ASIN:B000005L8T Jesus Dread]] on the first CD "Classics"; however, about half the songs on this CD were new to me. I must admit any decent overview of Yabby You's career had to include such relatively familiar songs as Yabby You, Anti-Christ and Carnal Mind. The second CD "The Many Moods of Yabby You" includes a number of Yabby You vocals (along with a song from the Melodians!) which I had not heard before and are uniformly excellent. The third CD includes a number of songs by other artists Yabby You produced-- Half Pint, Wayne Wade, Willi Williams and Unknown Artist (never heard of the cat but he's awesome!).

These songs are just amazingly good. I have a long standing habit. When I buy a new CD I use my CD burner to copy the best song or two onto a CD-R so I can listen to my best new songs in my car without worrying about ruining an expensive CD when I crash into one of the craters the Omaha street department coyly refer to as potholes. Listening to this CD set I had to restrain myself from copying every darn song onto my car CD. This is just astonishingly good music.

One last point. Yabby You is the most conventionally Christian of the Rastafarian roots artists. He earned the nickname Jesus Dread because he insisted that Jesus Christ is the King of Kings. I am a practicing Roman Catholic who believes literally in the reality of the Holy Spirit and the communion of saints. Yabby You's music moves me in a specifically religious way--I do not hear a huge gap between Yabby's outlook and traditional Christian theology. I know my outlook may not be appreciated by Rastafarians (after all, the Pope does seem to come into a lot of criticism, to put it mildly, in much Rasta thought); however, this is my honest reaction to his music.

Also on the set are several new King Tubby dubs. The darn thing is worth buying just for these dubs!

Shanachie has also included a nice little booklet full of photos of Yabby You and several essays about him. This set is quite a bargain! I haven't read the booklet and might not--I am not that huge a fan of linear notes--but it is a nice touch.

Overall, this is one of the finest compilations I have. I have a small sadness that this was not released when Yabby You was alive. Still, I am sure he is aware of the love and joy he has created on earth,


title: Nice selection from one of reggae's smoothest voices

text:
The late Gregory Isaacs had a voice that glided effortlessly from note to note with a lovely timbre. Somewhat like a Rastafarian Lou Rawls, his voice defies you not to be seduced. His Jamacian reputation was the smooth loverman, and many of his songs are songs of seduction--but he also wrote political songs. The basic sound is fundamental roots reggae--the bare bones bass and drums and reggae guitar, often supplemented with deep rootsy dub.

This compiliation includes many of his best songs, including from the great Night Nurse LP. While Night Nurse is the high point of his career--as well as the single greatest album the great Roots Radics ever made--his other music deserves a listen. Black a kill black is an incredible song.

This anthology deserves a place in any serious reggae collection. Unfortunately, too many Gregory Isaacs LPs seem opportunistic, and skimpy--this is a full feast of the cool ruler's best work.


title: Great selection

text: All my favorite songs


title: Review Vinil

text: The vinyl is in excellent state of preservation. I have been looking for this vinyl for a long time. Is a great satisfaction to have the opportunity to hear again the songs of my youth. Many thanks to AMAZON make this dream a reality.


title: Five Stars

text: A sheer masterpiece!


title: From The Heart

text: I don't know where they have been hiding Pal Shazar's hard hitting, tight arrangements full of great hooks, touching lyrics and crazy, punky voice. But, now that I've found her and gotten all of her stuff - I can highly recommend you do the same.<br />...unless you prefer Taylor Swift or Maria Carey...in which case (hahah) Get Outta Here !


title: Great English Pop - Still Alive

text:
Because AMAZON sellers don't list tracks - I bought this by accident, thinking I was buying FAST FORWARD >> Volume 2.
(this is actually FAST FORWARD >> INDIE TRAX - Volume 2.)

But !! NO REGRETS. I got a great price on this 2CD set and was knocked on my butt by the quality of song writing - this is full of a great lot of English bands who amazed me with great arrangements unlike the pap I hear on US radio.

Highly Recommend.


title: Nice CD.  Just what I wanted

text: It is a nice CD.  Just what I wanted to fall asleep at night


title: Disappontment

text:
I have enjoyed the Jesse Stone movies and music. Was hoping this CD would sound the same.
If your into jazz this CD is for you well played and wriiten.
Lets release again the Jesse Stone Sound track again.


title: Super album

text: Terrific. Terrific. I wish everyone could hear how truly talented they are


title: Very Nice live recording

text: Very  Nice live  recording ..  I love Summertime Blues  and Point Panic ... Its all good .really great players ..


title: Anything Townes did was wonderful

text: Read above line


title: Excellent

text: Highly recommended ! A very nicely recorded project. Great material from a great talent. I was surprised to find this one.


It looks like everyone is musical ignorant ? I have had this album for 30 years. You need to hear this if u like Hugh Masakela south African  & Herb Apert jazz fusion


title: O what a wonderful record!

text:
O what a wonderful record!
  O what an awesome CD!
What will I listen to next? For
  Everything's happy and free!


title: Most complete.

text: Nothing missing.


title: Every song consistently entertaining.

text: I knew her first album was diverting and intriguing, but this was a quantum leap forward.


title: You can never go wrong with the mule

text: You can never go wrong with the mule


title: The Nightmare never sounded better!!

text: Premier Alice!!!!


Glenn Pragnell is a renaissance man of sorts. Carving a musical path with the Kravin' A's in the '90s, he was a key player in England's mighty Medway rock 'n' roll scene, which included bands like the Milkshakes, Thee Mighty Caesars and the Prisoners. Their style was firmly rooted in the British Beat boom of the early '60s, which Pragnell had down cold. But he's also a top songwriter with a knack for catchy melodies and smart lyrics. Stevie Van Zandt  (Underground Garage) voted ‘Barefoot in the Car Park’ as his song of the summer. Without a doubt The Best Album I’ve bought this year!  5 Stars


title: poor sound

text: All the important tunes,poor quality tinny sound


title: r.i.p don emilio franco great cd

text: i loved this cd i just got it a couple of weeks ago and i cant stop listening to it r.i.p emilio franco


Excellent collection of 12 string jingle jangle music.  Reminds one of the Early Bryds.  After hearing this volume I ordered Vol 2.


title: ... for "All Right Now" but it is a very good album as well

text: Bought it for "All Right Now" but it is a very good album as well. Very well engineered.


title: Mastered From Vinyl--Not Masters

text: Sounds horrible because the tracks are mastered from vinyl records--not RCA's master tapes. You can hear the record surface noise and artifacts left by processes that are supposed to remove surface noise. Buy the RCA CD. Don't listen to the lame, earless reviewer who says this is "clear" audio. I listened to that reviewer and wasted money.


title: I'm just disappointed they did not reproduce the beatiful RCA covers for ...

text: My dad was a fan of Bobby Dukoff. As an old fart, I now appreciate this music. I'm just disappointed they did not reproduce the beautiful RCA covers for this release. But the sound is spot on perfectly remastered, true to the original.


title: Big Bombastic Synth Rock That Works Most/Some of the Time

text:
Once upon a time Simple Minds were competing against U2 and Big Country in becoming the biggest band on earth. U2 obviously were the big winners. Regarding Simple Minds themselves, they were major culprits who finally lost their way in a complete manner with the 1995 release of Good News from the Next World (1991s Real Life was not bad but lacked inspiration) and alienating their fans with so-so releases for the next decade (me included, still buying all their releases). The tide turned somewhat with their 2005 release Black & White 050505, which brought back signs of confidence and enthusiasm that had been absent for a long time. Their 2009 Graffiti Soul release was another fine album, and although both aforementioned albums were somewhat uneven, Graffiti Soul had few low points and deservedly breaking the top 10 in the UK, their first to do so since 1995.

Fast forward to 2014 and Simple Minds are back with an album after having toured extensively for the past years. I have listened to this set 7-8 times via streaming Simple Minds themselves provided to introduce the album. The title, Big Music, says it all. There is not one single track here being anything close to being a ballad or acoustic; this is a bombastic album with heavy synth and bass dominant in all songs, many songs being potential audience friendly rockers for stadium concerts (Simple Minds will tour all over Europe in 2015). In short, there are here some really great tracks but in whole the set is let down by a few clunkers. By replacing some of those clunkers with some slower tracks and maybe a bit less synth and bombastic ones, the set would have been close to perfect; but that may just not being Simple Minds today.

The first three tracks, like on their Graffiti Soul release, are fantastic. Blindfolded, Midnight Walking and Honest Town are among the best tracks Simple Minds have done. While the first two ones rely little on major choruses they easily hook themselves to the listener with excellent use of synths augmenting the fast paced tracks. Midnight Walking is especially contagious, it is simply stuck in my head. Honest Town, however, is somewhat slower but has a strong chorus with power and feeling. The next two songs, Big Music and Human, on the other hand are in no way being close to being good enough to be included on a Simple Minds album, with lots of synth going on canceling each other out in repetitive melodies; the title track still is a somewhat grower but Human is absolute filler material. The set picks up again with a re-worked version of Blood Diamonds (very similar to the original one, only slightly more layered, released on their excellent Celebrate 2013 collection) and the bombastic Let the Day Begin, which is a particularly strong track, sharing some elements of Up the Catwalk from Sparkle in the Rain. Then another clunker shows up (Concrete & Cherry Blossom) whilst Imagination is another strong synth/rock track, only to be followed by yet another clunker (Kill or Cure). The set closes with two strong tracks, Broken Glass Park (has been on their live set-list now already for a while and like Blood Diamonds a slightly re-worked version from their Celebrate release) and the most mellow track on the set (as earlier stated, it could have used 2-3 of those), Spirited Away.

All in all, there are 4-5 great songs on this set and 3-4 additional ones very good. It is let down by 4 tracks that are filler material. A change of pace every now and then would have been nice instead of those tracks. This is really big (bombastic) music. Initially I was going to give the set 3 stars but since some tracks are really good (and maybe simply because I am sentimental towards Simple Minds) I nudge the rating to 4 stars. Hope I can see them on tour next year.


title: Almost all of Eric Clapton's work in one place. Fabulous!

text: I love Eric Clapton and have for 50 years and make it a point to own everything he has made.


title: Ronnette, Nedra Talley Album from Amazon

text: I have collected all the Ronnette recordings over the years.  They were my very favorite "Girl Group" back in the 60's.  They were gorgeous gal performers and their music was great and full of heart and soul.  I thought Nedra was the most beautiful performer of all......and.....was very surprised to be lucky enough to purchase this great album to add to my collection.


title: Missing tracks

text: The track list shows 16 tracks including my all-time favorite Christmas song "The Secret of Christmas."  The CD I received has the same cover but only 13 tracks.  One of the missing tracks is "The Secret of Christmas."  I honestly bought this CD for that one song and it's not there.


title: Doobies' Greatest....

text: Well compiled greatest hits set. They could have left out the extras though...


title: Five Stars

text: Great CD


title: FAST shipping!!

text: This cd collection arrived 3 days before the earliest arrival date!! Great shipping, best remastering i've ever heard.

user_id: AFTBEVEECYSDQGOSPENGMEPDJFEA


title: Excellent

text: Great cd


title: Korean rock rocks, boy howdy!

text: Led by Shin Joong Hyun, Korean rock legend, Jung Mi weaves her way through a 60's and 70's rock/psych pop melange and even works in a Joplin cover along the way... This is a little expensive and not the stone classic her "Now" album is, but worth a grab should you find it in reach.


title: enjoyed listening to it

text: it was great


title: Great collection

text: A great collection of cds of my favorite musician.


title: great folk and picking

text: I love this album,real nice finger picking on all kinds of instruments, but real tuneful as well, Jerry Garcias " Loser" which they do on here is the best version of that great song, and was the reason I bought it to begin with! But they're singing and playing is beautiful, a surprise and a pleasnt one at that.(even though it seems noone knows about it that much)


title: Great album - recorded Live

text: Great album - recorded Live! & in circulation circa April 71. This one and the forst Catfish album were difficult to locate around here in the 1970s, hovwever when you found one to jam on...  Good Party Music. Blues rock - can be compared to Taste or Johnny Winter.


title: Get the Magic Love from Japan!

text: Fantastic sound - the Japanese cd pressing of this one is essential if you enjoy this album. Get it soon!


title: good disco music

text: One For You, One For Me - mellow club sounds of 78 here and a UK pop hit in early October of that year. Mix with "I Love America" by Patrick Juvet. For a fantastic cd transfer of "Sandstorm", try the Disco Discharge European Connection compact disc. If you remember the song and/or just want to hear some great disco/hardcore music, you will not regret it !!  Bandido, mid January 1979 about the same moment the Ultimate album was everywhere in the disco world, was an entirely new sound for La Bionda. Ahead of its time?


title: Surprisingly revelatory

text:
The box collection includes a couple of gems along with the fairly good documentary. The documentary does a great job of illustrating the early formation of the Alice Cooper band. I've been a fan from the early 70's and was fascinated by the early details. It does torture the viewer a bit with an over-long telling of Alice's adventures in his cliche rock star drug years. This at the expense of what would have been more interesting stories of the makings of the better albums.

I'm more excited about the two extra disks (yes there are four disks in the box but two of them are the documentary in DVD and Blu-Ray formats). The Montreal footage apparently didn't have a good soundtrack hence they piece together a soundtrack from other period sources. It is distracting to see drummer Neil Smith clearly playing different parts to what comes out of the speakers. However, what comes out of the speakers is a fantastic soundboard recording of live "Killer"-era Alice Cooper in all their raw glory. "Schools Out" is a listed track but is not at all a fully realized song at this stage in the band's history. It amounts only to the familiar guitar riff repeated at length in the middle of "Long Way to Go"  while Alice does his shtick. I like this disk because of it's revelatory soundtrack with no polish and good quality sound.

I was not expecting to be too impressed with the July 2009 recording from Montreux but was delighted to find that it is also a very raw and revealing document - though audio only. If you're familiar with good quality soundboard bootleg recordings, this is what you'll hear. There is absolutely no polish applied to this recording. The background and lead vocals are sometimes off a bit. It is a very rough mix - with the multiple tracks recorded at the sound desk as the audio was being fed to the speakers. This recording sounds as if it spent zero time in the hands of a professional producer and engineer. And that is what I find so much fun about it. It's is as honest a recording of Alice Cooper and band as we're likely to hear on a commercial release.


title: Quality

text: It’s a CD, what did you think I was going to do with it. The case was cracked and broken, but the CD was playable.


title: Masterful performance

text: Gieseking was a technically flawless pianist and a fine interpretive musician. His understanding and mastery of Mozart's music is quite evident in this set of sonatas. I especially liked the 11th and 12th. Sound quality is excellent as well. One noteworthy item... unlike Uchida and others, Gieseking does not take the first movement repeats in sonata 11, and I think that improves the flow of the music. Unless you are fluent in Japanese, you won't be able to read the inserts; they are entirely in Japanese.


title: This is just wonderful

text:
Mravinsky is the acknowledged master of the 5th symphony. He recorded it at last five times that I am aware of: 1954, 1965, 1966, 1973, 1982. The 1954 was a studio recording in mono. It is slow and uninspired. All the rest were live concert recordings. I have heard all except the 1965 (which another reviewer, Santa Fe Listener, described as Mravinsky's best), and all are outstanding performances. The problem is that all seem to have been recorded during the height of Leningrad's flu season with lots of audience noise. If you don't mind that, then I would recommend the 1966 recording, which has excellent sound and is my favorite of his performances.

But if the sound of continuous loud coughing is something you would rather not subject yourself to, then this Kondrashin studio recording is the one for you. It is not quite as intense and driven as Mravinsky's work, but still a very powerful rendition. But he also pays very close attention to detail and makes the effort to reveal subtleties in the score that Mravinsky lets go by in his single-minded focus on providing passionate performances.

Sound, while not up to modern standards, is pretty good, considering that this is a 1960s Melodiya recording. The original recording was evidently very clean, and BMG has done their usual excellent remastering job.

All told, a great performance, which carefully reveals all that the score offers and was done with great intensity, good enough stereo sound, and no audience noise. Highly recommended.


title: A very fine CD, good sound, excellent performances

text:
First things first. Sound is quite a bit better than I had expected, given the often poor quality of Melodiya recordings in that era. There is minimal surface noise, excellent clarity, and sufficient bass expression to give both of these recordings a full rich warm sound. Also, while I had thought that the 10th, recorded in 1973, might be in stereo; I assumed that the 6th, recorded in 1967, would be in mono, given that Melodiya did not join the rest of the world with stereo recordings until well into the 1970s. But, happily, both of these symphonies were recorded in stereo. And the BMG remasters were very well done. All told, a very pleasant listen.

I feel that the 6th is very melodramatic, maybe not as much as the 11th and 12th, but still difficult to take seriously as a major artistic work. It is so melodramatic that I have even had the thought that it may have started life as one of Shostakovich's movie scores, and then morphed into a smallish symphony when he realized that he had enough material to take things further than originally planned. To its credit, the first movement at least certainly consists of a unified theme; no mistaking this for the 4th symphony's winding drifting meander through the ether. Kondrashin takes the first movement at a faster pace than is usual, making it an angry statement, rather than a sorrowful affair, an interesting approach.

The main event from my perspective is the 10th symphony. Kondrashin delivers a vivid and powerful, yet very sensitive account. Actually, his performance is quite similar to the 1982 digital Von Karajan recording in its intensity of emotion, albeit a little brisker. But Kondrashin also brings out a lot of the subtlety that Shostakovich put in, and which Von Karajan glosses over in his zeal to deliver an exciting rendition. Kondrashin also varies the tempo at times to produce a dramatic effect. Not rubato exactly, just a change of speeds, a very effective technique. Both performances work, but I feel that the Kondrashin version is the better one.

This is a fine CD in very good sound, with an excellent performance of the 10th, maybe a benchmark. And if you like the 6th, you'll like this recording of that symphony as well. Highly recommended.

A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS: VON KARAJAN, KONDRASHIN, AND MRAVINSKY

In my opinion, these three are the best performances of the tenth symphony. All three are excellent in different ways, and there is little to choose between them.

Von Karajan is a little slower, but this does not lessen the power of the performance. He achieves drama and excitement by varying volume to the extreme, from the nearly inaudible to the deafening. It is a very effective approach, and the excellence of his orchestra is evident throughout. Also very good sound in the remastered digital recording.

Kondrashin takes the first movement in a routine way. But his handling of the scherzo is unusual. Another reviewer expressed it as emphasizing compressed crescendos, and that is a very good description. Kondrashin does an excellent job with the third and fourth movements, making these often underrated segments at least as interesting as the earlier material. The fact that it gets more interesting as it goes along contributes to making this a very satisfying recording. Sound quality is also very good, and Kondrashin brings out a lot of subtlety in the score that some other conductors ignore in their zeal for an exciting performance.

Mravinsky's high point is the scherzo. He takes it at an extremely fast pace with great intensity. He employs rubato and other timing and emphasis techniques in the most expert way throughout the symphony, and expresses the music so naturally that you have to conclude that he must have had long conversations with Shostakovich about it.

All three of these recordings are excellent.


title: The best 7th ever!

text:
It seems to be difficult to find a good Shostakovich 7th. Bernstein is painfully slow, Jarvi is so fast that he seems frantic at times, most of the modern recordings (especially the Russians) are very slow, Mravinsky's recording suffered from poor sound quality, the Toscanini performance had awful sound quality, Ashkenazy has extremes of volume from the inaudible to the deafening.

The Karl Ancerl performance was very good, steady with good tempos, if a bit lacking in imagination. It is mono, and the Supraphon sound is subdued and distant, although clear and without surface noise.

This Kondrashin CD is very much better than all the others. It was recorded in 1975 by Melodiya, so potentially not good. But actually, the sound is very good. It is in stereo, and the BMG remaster was a very good job. The various instruments are very clear and distinct, with warm bass and powerful percussion.

The performance is also top notch. This is not the exuberant full throttle outburst that is sometimes heard, but rather a somber, powerful, and very Russian performance. Kondrashin's tempos, like Ancerl's, are just about right. Like Mravinsky's Shostakovich 5th recording, Kondrashin slows things down at the end, and the great victory conclusion expected by Stalin's enforcers decades earlier is but a hollow victory.

Just an outstanding CD. I've put away my other Shostakovich 7th recordings. Why would I ever listen to any other when I can hear this one? Highest possible recommendation.


title: Poor quality!

text: The sound quality on this CD is poor to the point that on certain tracts, you can't hear parts of the lyrics. Wooden Ships is the worst. (Tract 16 on Best of Crosby, Stills & Nash)! I'd send it back but I'm not willing to pay for shipping. Shame on you for selling such a crappy product!


title: Excelente álbum, suena genial

text: Excelente álbum, grande grabación, muy recomendable.


title: This guy is timeless.

text: As good now as it ever was.


title: 1960s pop, updated for 2020

text: If you were raised on the Turtles, Beach Boys, Beatles, Association and Paul Revere & the Raiders, this is your music. It's refreshing to hear such talent, given radio's penchant for rap, hip-hop and tuneless teen singers. Pop in its purest form.


title: Early Shakin'

text: Before he was the number one singles artist of the 1980s in England, Shakin' Stevens sang a lot of early rock covers. This is a solid collection that replaces an old LP or two that I still have. Production quality is thin, compared to his CBS releases.


title: Sweet voice, classic covers

text: When you love all types of music, it is difficult to keep up with your favorite artists. Every once in a while, I look up some of my favorites to see if I've missed anything. "Stronger" by Ms. Black falls into that category. Recorded in 2013, the album features a beautiful rendition of Elton John's "Love Song" plus the McGarrigles' "Heart Like a Wheel" and Paul McCartney's "Dance Tonight." There is much more greatness here, but you should experience it yourself. A great addition to her catalog, which already includes the standout albums "The Sky Road" and "Talk to Me."


title: For Paul McCartney fans

text: If you like Paul McCartney's pop music, you'll love this CD. Catchy tunes, outstanding vocals and great musicianship from a guy who's been doing this since he was a teenager. I should know. We grew up in the same town and were classmates. This music should be on the radio, not X-rated rap.


title: Rocking album

text: Great album for any crosby stills and nash fan


title: Spirit of 73

text: It’s hard to believe The Who did not officially release this recording. In spite of all the technical glitches and other problems which the 1973 Quadrophenia tour is known for, The Who were in fine form on this particular night in Philadelphia. The whole band is amazing. In particular, John Entwistle’s bass and Keith Moon’s drumming are spot on brilliant. Considering this is an unofficial release, I would rate the sound quality as above average. This is The Who at their absolute best. Highly recommended for Wholigans.


title: The Who live in Irvine, CA

text:
This is an official soundboard recording of The Who's Irvine, California concert from September 15, 2002.  These CDs were originally part of the Encore Series of live concert CDs sold through TheMusic.com in connection with The Who's North American Tour in 2002.  This show was originally scheduled for June 29, 2002, but had to be postponed due to the death of bassist John Entwistle.

Overall, the sound quality is good.  On some of the songs, especially Behind Blue Eyes and Pinball Wizard, you can't hear the vocals very well.  Apart from that and Roger messing up the second verse of Won't Get Fooled Again, this is a good concert recording.  I remember this show very well, and thankfully they edited out most of Pete's angry rant about the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas which is where they played the night before.

The set list includes most of the songs you would expect, but also has some pleasant surprises (Another Tricky Day, Sea And Sand).  The versions here of The Kids Are Alright, My Generation, and Amazing Journey/Sparks are absolutely stunning!


title: I needed to do a little research first

text: It was ok. I was expecting a bit more out of it. Probably my fault not being that familiar with the group


title: Not for me but my friend loves this guy

text: I think I'm a tad old for this . It seemed to much of the same for me.<br />However, my friend said she loved it and it was only one she didn't have .


title: Want something Different and high Energy - Grab a Northern Kentucky Crossover group

text: A true Northern Kentucky High energy Collection of Gritty Crossover / Rock Country stories. The Group is a talent that you won't find in NY LA or Boston


title: Notified me when it was late, then lost, and I ordered another.

text: I always liked CSN but never had any recordings, cassettes, CDs. So when I heard one of their songs, I wanted it on CD. I know I'm the only last person to buy them, but I like to have the whole spectrum of works by a band or composer. I always know that Amazon will have it , no matter how obscure the musicians!!


title: Happy with cd

text: Yes great shape and deal


title: Awesome

text: Awesome


title: Can't go wrong

text: Everything great on one album<br />Simply the best


title: Bueno

text: Muy buenísimo el cd


title: Excelente

text:
Muy buen servicio
excelente producto
Me encanto


title: Outstanding

text: Love, Love, Love this CD!!


title: Mellow Music

text: A euphonious piano arrangement of the first season of the "Rozen Maiden" anime.  The CD includes a booklet with seven score sheets.  The CD also arrived a week after ordering (ships from Japan, arrived in NE).


title: Just look at some previous work from this artist. You won't be disappointed.

text: Greatest collection of songs & best music & lyrics for all generations.


title: Peaceful

text: Have been an admirer of his arrangements for many years along with his talent.  This CD is just beautiful. Especially liked his arrangements of With Royal Praise and I rest in You.  Am looking forward to many more CD's in his future.


title: One of my favorite albums of all time!

text: I bought this album when is was first released and I loved it! I loved it so much that I bought another copy just in case I scratched the first one and  it would not play. I cannot believe how perfect this album is! Trust me you will NOT be disappointed! I have over 6000 CD's and this one is in my top 10!


title: One of my all time favorite album.

text: Does anyone know of the 1992 Casablanca/Polygram CD of this album? I cannot find out any information on it. I saw it sell on eBay for around $500.00 years ago. I have a copy of it, but it does not seem to exist! It is a CD that says made in Australia. If you can find one, buy it immediately! One of my all time favorite album.


title: don't give track listing... don't buy

text: If there is a special disc with extra tracks... Hello!!! can you list them?<br />waste of time. So don't bother with this one. It is probably stuff you already have.


title: Consider it a great bootleg.

text:
This is the audio track lifted off a VHS of Billy's Long Island Concert. So there is no production to it. The sound is a little flat but over all it's pretty good. I think with S&H I paid like [...] bucks so it's well worth that. But the DVD is better.The DVD is transferred from VHS so the video is a little soft but the audio is stronger than the CD.

What makes this CD worth the effort is when it's from. Right at Billy's peak time. Every act should have a live CD/DVD like this. Well shot. Lots of good music. No BS (like interviewing fans or celebrities or celebrity fans) All songs at full length. No cut aways. For the price they are both well worth it.


title: Good album

text: Very good 2 cd love song set at a very good price.  Includes many songs you don't hear very often.


title: Outstanding record by an outstanding band

text:
One of my favorite albums of all time from one of my favorite bands of all time.  There’s not a bad song on this record - it beautifully covers the multitude of styles that HH&F were known for.  Anyone who describes this band as country rock is either very simple minded, or has never really listened to all of their material.  The country influence is definitely there in a lot of their work, and certainly hi-lights Albert’s brilliant guitar work, but Colton’s vocals really shine on the slower material as well.  This was a band that knew exactly what and when to play for the sake of each song, rather than egotistically attempting to showcase their individual talents at every opportunity.  Perhaps an apparent lack of massive egos is what ultimately led to their relative obscurity.  Not that it really matters anyway .  The important thing is that they left us with some of the finest recordings ever put to vinyl, and those have now wisely been released on CD as well.  My personal favorite here is Stripes, which is one of the most powerful, gut-wrenching songs ever written (with an unbelievable vocal performance by Colton).  I defy anyone to call THAT country rock...

BTW, for anyone who is a fan of HH&F, I highly recommend checking out Sunset Towers by Don Everly.  It’s basically made up of Colton-Smith compositions, with most of HH&F backing Everly on the recording.  It may take a little time to adapt to, but it’s definitely another brilliant album worth seeking out.


title: Please explain?

text: Why is the price of this Item $98.00 and change? I see this in almost every record store I go into.. I would never ,ever pay this price for this set! EVER!!!


title: Great piece, great price, as advertised!

text: Xmas joy!


title: Its music for anyone to listen to.

text: I loved it, I love that its happy music for a change. Not violent or talking down on people. Its enjoying life type of music


title: Love it

text: I been a Jethro tull fan almost my whole life i don't dislike anything


title: All songs great

text: Loved it


title: Ride this Sea Train

text:
This is the kind of out-there music that the late 1960s routinely served up from out of nowhere. Sea Train? Who? Some of the guys from the Blues Project? Oh, OK. But that's not really it. Sea Train is all about John Gregory, guitarist/lead vocalist/songwriter, and lyricist Jim Roberts. Who are they? Just some guys they hooked up with on the West Coast?

Anyway, the first - and best - Sea Train record belongs to Gregory and Roberts, with incredible songwriting and musicianship help from Andy Kulberg (think Flute Thing). Oh, and let's not forget Richard Greene on violin. Beautifully recorded by Henry Lewy (think the clarity of Joni Mitchell's early albums), it's basically a thinking man's Blood, Sweat & tears with no horns. But, hey, that's the '60s for you.

Starting with the second album, it was a wholly different band.


title: A hidden gem

text: Why this album hasn't gotten wider acclaim is totally beyond me. Roger Chapman's voice is clearly an acquired taste, but he and Charlie Whitney are fantastic songwriters. They've put together a first "solo" album that rivals Family's finest moments. Yet this record, falling chronologically between the breakup of Family and the launching of the band Streetwalkers, has been lost to the years. Only in recent months has it even become available on CD, albeit in a different running order. "Call Ya" has to be one of the strongest songs in the Chapman-Whitney arsenal, and Side Two of this record is a non-stop joy for lovers of Family's first three records.


title: Speedy

text: It was so gleeful to be able to hear this album again. It arrived way earlier than supposed which was wonderful also.


The soundtrack for the Omega Man was superb, much better than I remembered from the movie. I highly recommend this CD. It is worth the money I paid for it.


title: Five Stars

text: surprised by how good it is, every cut is very good


title: You Can't go wrong with The Beach Boys on any of their music CD's.

text: I have loved the Beach Boys since I was a little kid.  I even have seen them in concert.  What a great performance they did.


title: The BB will always be a great 60's band!

text: The BB's music continues to be a great following from my generation!


title: 2017 in excellent condition.

text: My package arrived on July 31st, 2017 in excellent condition.


title: It arrived in excellent condition.

text: Received my package today, July 31st, 2017.  It arrived in excellent condition.


title: It is in excellent condition. Now I need to find a good ...

text: Received my package today, July 31st, 2017.  It is in excellent condition. Now I need to find a good copy of the record itslf.


title: Beware, incorrect product description.

text: This cd edition of The Stones album "It's Only Rock 'n' Roll" (the album originally released 1974) has incorrect information in the product description.  Specifically, the cd release date and what that would logically imply.  The release date shown is the year 2020 which, would suggest that this is an updated remastered version of some kind of this album on cd.  At least that's what I thought.  I already had the 2009 release of this album on cd so I figured it had now been upgraded in some fashion (the whole Stones catalog was remastered in 2009 and is still, in general, the best versions of their albums on cd).  The main reason that I assumed this was that The Stones previous album, "Goat's Head Soup" (originally released 1973) was re-released in 2020 with a major remastering job that I was quite impressed with comparing it to the 2009 cd release which I also had.  Well, based on that logic, I bought this new version (the 2020) of It's Only R n R and to my amazement it is an exact duplicate of the 2009 cd release!  No change in remastering as with eq's, volume levels or anything that one would expect with a remastering (I checked it out on my digital audio editing software).  There is not even any expanded info in the inner cover as one might expect, it's exactly the same as the 2009 version.  I then noticed on the bottom of the back cover in small print (needing a magnifying glass) that the release date was, in fact, shown as 2020.  On the cd itself 2020 is printed (in the circular small print around the outer edge of the cd).  I then got out my 2009 cd version and compared it to the 2020 version.  The only difference between the two is that this 2020 version lists areas of the world, other countries, that this cd was previously not available, mostly South American countries and a few in Southeast Asia (again, needing a magnifying glass to discover all of the foreign legal licensing mumbo-jumbo only a lawyer would understand).  But the 2020 product description on Amazon doesn't tell you that!  I don't live in Argentina or Cambodia!  So, in the end, I paid est. $18.00 for a cd advertised as being released in 2020 that had already been released in 2009 that was identical in sound and packaging.  By the way, the 2009 version is still posted on Amazon for about half that price (and the product description for that version is correct showing 2009 as the release date).  So, buyers beware, this version of It's Only Rock 'n' Roll is NOT what it is advertised as.  It is only a duplicate of the 2009 version but now is available in other foreign markets.  There is, however, another Japanese version of this album also released in 2020 that is posted on Amazon.  That one looks as if it is a genuine remastering with specific notes citing extra tracks and different packaging.  It goes for about $27.00 (I'm holding off on that one just yet).  I returned the bogus 2020 version that I received and got my refund.  Although it was kind of difficult explaining all this in the limited characters space that is available to explain why I was returning it.  You can fit only about 20 words in it!  By the way, the one star rating I posted is for the bogus advertising, whether it be a mistake or intentional on the manufacturer's part.  It has nothing to do with the music of this album which is a Stones classic.  Additionally, I would like to point out that this is not the first time I have run into this problem of false product descriptions of cds, specifically the inaccurate release dates and the confusion it creates whether it be because of an error or intentional.  I know it must be difficult to screen all product descriptions for mistakes but with music one can be easily misguided over seemingly simple errors as with release dates and other simple information.  So, my advice to music lovers who want to get what they are paying for, read the product info and compare it to other similar or identical posts of the same product before clicking "Buy".  Even with being careful one can still wind up with a bogus product, like I did.  Fortunately, Amazon is very good with their customer relations, and they always fix the problem (financially) with their customers.  Now, having said that, I would think that it is Amazon's responsibility to either correct or remove bogus product posts because of deceptive product descriptions, especially concerning music products, after the false product descriptions, such as this, have been called to their attention.


title: Beware of misleading item info!  Disappointed.

text: I bought this Righteous Brothers cd; The Very Best Of, Unchained Melody, for two reasons.  First, I didn't have any Righteous Brothers music in my collection (other than a couple of hits on compilation albums with other artists) and second, after reading the product description it clearly said that this cd was released in Jan. 2020 on an "Import" label.  Well, by that I assumed that it being a recent release it no doubt had to be a remastered re-release.  That was the main reason why I choose to buy this specific Righteous Bros. cd.  Odd thing was, the next post underneath this one was for the exact same cd, which I also looked at, and it contained the same exact info; it was a duplicate posting of the same cd.  I did look at other Righteous Brothers cds posted, most of them being "best of" compilations, but their info stated that these cds were released years ago.  Anyway, I just clicked on the first post and bought the cd thinking it was a good choice based on the description info (the recent 2020 release date).  I got the cd the next day (I got Prime) and to my surprise when I read the info it said it was manufactured in 1990 and it was on the "Polydor" label.  I buy a lot of cds so I immediately knew what had happened.  The cd I bought was 32 years old.  It even looked old the way cds were manufactured back then.  When I played the cd it certainly sounded like a poorly mastered cd that was common in 1990 or any year around that time.  Now I certainly understand that a seller of recorded music has nothing to do with the quality or any other aspect of the music that is on a cd, vinyl record or tape other than the product itself being damaged in some way.  But in a case like this when the description of the product is so wrong and misrepresented than the seller should take responsibility.  So, I requested to return the cd explaining what had happened and I was granted a full refund.  Amazon was fair and protected the customer (me).  Being an experienced buyer of music (cds) I should have suspected something wasn't right with the way it was advertised but it can help in the future to watch out for these kinds of things.  And, fortunately, it all worked out with Amazon being a fair vendor.  But I would advise Amazon to either fix the incorrect information of this product (cd) or just delete it all together (including the duplicate posting).  Hope this info benefits other music buyers.


title: A good deal at a fair price, but…

text: I totally enjoy The Doors. I purchased each LP when the they were first released.  (Yes, that makes me an old fan.) This remixed collection does a nice job of bringing the instruments up front a bit more than the originals. But, this was achieved by lessening Morrison’s vocals. Jim’s presence is diminished to accentuate the musicians. Such is life. There’s always a compromise. It is still an excellent boxed set.


title: Rachel Goodrich is the Queen of American Indie Pop

text: Better than any McCartney album since the early 70's. I'm not kidding and I don't personally know Rachel (though I wish I did). Tuneful, with a variety of moods, interesting arrangements and the same kind of kitchen sink approach to percussion featured on the first cd.  The mixes (or maybe its the mastering job) seem a little too dark to me, but who cares when you've got such great material? Absolutely flawless. Buy or die.


title: The cost of inflation!!!

text: I bought Fantastica in vinyl back in 1957. I still have that record all these years later. IT is worn badly but the music is still great. Wish I could buy IT for a Lot Less than $85.00


title: A Masterpiece of an album from 1978!

text: Anyone that loves progressive rock with absolutely beautifully played guitar, keyboards, and all other instruments will adore this fantastic gem of an album, not to mention the gorgeous and awesome vocals by female vocalist Beate Krause who sounds absolutely wonderful throughout this classic 1978 album, and believe me, this is a classic that must be heard by any fans of prog rock with a touch of acid/folk to make this as good as anything you'll ever hear! I got this by just reading reviews from several websites, and every site just RAVED about this album and how much of a gem it is! Get this, you can't go wrong! Glenn Signal Hill, CA USA


title: This group is unreal and deserves to be noticed more!

text:
The Morrigan are a fantastic group, but kind of hard to categorize their music and sound. Probably a mixture of folk and progressive, and at times even sounding like "acid-folk," but with more of that progressive sound. The musicianship is brilliant, excellent guitar playing by Colin Masson, great drums and keyboards, and absolutely beautiful female vocals by Cathy Alexander, who is about as good a female vocalist you'll hear! She really is an incredible singer. I have all of The Morrigan's CD's, except they just recently came out with one that has some "live" tracks on it, called "War In Paradise." I also highly recommend getting the lead guitarist's solo CD, called "Isle Of Eight," and Cathy Alexander sings on two tracks. It's an outstanding CD.

In my opinion, this band hasn't put out one bad album at all, they're all excellent, and this group should be recognized and deserves to be noticed more, they're a brilliant band that has a sound all their own, be it prog-rock mixed in with that "acid/folk" sound. Wreckers is a great CD, but so is every other one they have out! You really should give this group a listen, you'll be blown away at just how good they are, great female vocals, beautiful keyboards and fantastic guitar playing. You can order all of The Morrigan's CD's from their official website, and I had Cathy Alexander autograph the Hidden Agenda CD, as she answers e-mails if you send any questions through their website, and if you order a CD, she even will write her name on the invoice thanking you for buying the CD and saying that she hopes you enjoy the music. So I sent an e-mail to the website and asked Cathy if she could personally autograph the CD itself, and I have it autographed by her! This band should be checked out by anyone who likes the type of music I have described, it's absolutely wonderful!

Glenn Signal Hill, CA


title: CLASSIC IMPERIALS REISSUE

text:
THIS ALBUM COMES FROM A CONCERT IN 1970 AND,FOR THE MOST PART,IS ENGAGING GOSPEL MUSIC EXCEPT WHEN
 SECULAR SONGS LIKE "I BELIEVE" AND "BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATER" GET THROWN IN.
THE SOUND REPRODUCTION IS REALLY NICE AND IS DEFINATELY A STEP UP FROM THE (THANKFULLY OBSOLETE) 8-
 TRACK TAPE I FIRST HEARD IT ON IN 1973.
IF YOU'RE REALLY NOSTALGIC FOR EARLY 70'S IMPERIALS,I RECOMMEND IT.

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title: CLASSIC '70's GOSPEL AT IT'S BEST

text:
A fantastic album from around1974 by The Imperials.Had(and still have) the
vinyl of this in my collection but when I
saw the CD availability,I knew,at least
sound wise,it was time to upgrade and,boy,am I glad I did.The music is a
Sentimental Journey back to the early
days of my Christian walk and this CD
brings fresh perspective with none of the
imperfections and distractions of the old
vinyl copies.Transfer is A plus!!I am one
happy camper for sure.


I highly recommend this two CD set for Sandy's final album. Sandy Denny enthusiasts tend to give her last work a bit of an apology although they will listen to anything she recorded. I am a Sandy Denny enthusiast and I have unearthed all of her work. I give her final album five stars if it is the deluxe edition because it has so many songs that were recorded but not put on the album. This set has both studio tracks as well as demo recordings. You can't go wrong with this set and if you are treating yourself, this is something you won't regret. Sandy Denny's voice is clear and so beautiful. It took me a very long time to adjust to, "All My Days" which Sandy sang with a full orchestra. I listened to it today and I was puzzled as to why I didn't care for it previously. Mind you, I did think it was odd that here was a great singer who sang with rock bands. It does work but it caused some songs not being on the album. They are on this set now. Don't wait, order this now.


title: Dusty Springfield with Atlantic.

text: Dusty was to have had a third Atlantic album and these are the songs that were to have been on that album. Dusty Springfield was truly great and these songs are as fresh today as they were when they were recorded. Highly recommended.


title: Five Stars

text: Great album, received it in great condition.


title: about the product

text: The music is good! the disk is not damaged; the jewelbox is damaged, the back of the paper insert is damaged... because the disc was not packed at all, there was no protection, and the shipping is big, more than the cost of the disc; it is necessary to pack each disc well separately, otherwise everything will be broken during shipment. Sorry for the details ... I'm ready to buy again, but I'm afraid that everything will be broken again ..


title: about the product

text: great purchase, product in excellent condition.


title: Good, but far from his best.

text: It is good, but not great or anything. Not bad for an older "Live" recording. I just haven't seen it before, and thought I would give it a try.


title: Almost, but not quite there...

text: First, the good points: The price was more than reasonable, and it even arrived ahead of schedule! :)<br />Now, the bad news... due to the condition of the disc, two tracks (Alvin Stardust's "My Coo-Ca-Choo" and Alice Cooper's "School's Out") simply would not play. At all. :( I finally had to buy the mp3s of said tracks (on Amazon, of course ;) ) and burned the rest to my computer. Problem solved. [Small price to pay, considering.] Hopefully, someday, Virgin will see fit to reissue this one.


title: Great lost British band of the 70s take on Holly and win!

text: Cochise (the 70s version) were an oddity in a decade known for more than its share of the same: A British country-rock quintet known these days more for who was in the band than the music itself (including Mick Grabham - in between gigs for Jethro Tull and Procol Harum, respectively); Willie Weeks (soon to do better in Foreigner) and legendary UK steel player B.J. Cole). This was the first single from their sadly overlooked second album, SWALLOW TALES, and they came up with a memorable arrangement of the old Buddy Holly classic. The back and forth between the lead guitar and Cole's pedal steel is perfect. The label and sleeve are fun, too. Oh, and by the way, the B side - Grabham's "Words Of A Dying Man" - is unavailable anywhere else... not even on the CD reissue or MP3 download version. [And apparently, not on the promo version, either!] This is the place to start if you want to  get some great country-rock with a UK twist!


title: Great record!!!

text: I think this is a great album..but im not paying $907.00, and then $3.99 for shipping...are you people kidding me???? Its going to be re-released in june anyway. I'll wait for that......


title: Yes: Soon/Sound Chaser on 45’

text: Outstanding customer service!! Outstanding Price!! Outstanding Music 🎼. I remember listening to this 45’ at lunch period at High school back in 1974.


title: Scoundrel Club

text: Top Notch CD!! Outstanding Service!!


title: Journey Dream after Dream

text: Dream after Dream is truly a Classic Journey Album!! The first track leads the way (Destiny). This album has gone unnoticed and I'm sure by a lot of Journey fans because they were unaware that it was released back in the early 80's. My understanding is that this album was created in Japan while Journey was touring there and that it was made for a movie soundtrack. I bought this on CD, a Japanese Import a few years ago and I thought why was this treasure never heard on the radio? All I can say, if you like Journey with Steve Perry, Greg Rollie, Steve Smith, Neil Schon and Ross Valory then go out and try to get this treasure. You will not be disappointed!!


title: ill-fated tom jones

text: Alexander Serov used to play sax in a sleepy southern Russian town before he jumped on the wagon of Gorby's Perestroika and made Moscow, early 90's. Beefed with thick rhythm section and full orchestra onstage, he cut impressive figure - gold chains, black suits, stately physique et al. Serov succeded in homing in on Tom Jones' ever attractive persona. If anything, he beats the original in sheer decibels, urgency and immediacy. His English is awful but, fortunately, he knows better than meeting  Jones on his native ground. He gives Jones... a twist of America. It's hip nowadays to immitate American phonetics (and everything!) in Russia, and Serov, for once, does so with great poise.


title: Sophystication kid stuff

text: Cute, ambitious and intelligent perfectionist, this rastafari-clad boy resents school, local showbiz' ways and whatever his producer Dad stands for. The shabby booklet and flimsy inlay's hazy design proof just how much Decel shuns PR and rejects donations, releasing an album on stiff Universal budget. However - as classic music collectors know full well - this disk from Russia's got one surefire advantage. The beasty sound quality. Audiophile, that is. Wonderfully "forward" and "big" drums. Slowburn guitar. Bubbly arrangement and, above all, Decel's assured rendition on pacy diverse numbers. Russian lyrics, for that matter, come across as nothing short of Jamaican or Zulu to a stranger ear. Strangely, there is conventional (Tchaikovsky-like) Russian tunefulness and modern-day social protest in this - blended in a way to finally stop you harbouring prejudice against "a cheap import from a developing country" (Russia). Alas, my sample had defect of jamming on a middle track (see rating), but then I own a fussy DVD machine, and Russian plants still error on disk coding.


title: Five Stars

text: Good music.


title: Excellent !

text: A great buy.I was concerned the recording would be distorted or not up to par if you will.My concerns were quickly relieved after listening to it. Very happy to have this piece of history with Mr.DI'Anno & Mr.Burr.


title: anything by Tom Petty is the BEST!

text: MY COLLECTION OF TOM PETTY'S MUSIC IS NOW MORE COMPLETE.  HE IS THE BEST SONG WRITER, SINGER AND MUSICIAN THERE EVER WAS OR WILL BE, IN MY OPINION.


title: Five Stars

text: Loved all of it!  Tom Petty and HB the Greatest band!


title: Has most hits!

text: I used this along with individual cd's to make my "Greatest" more complete, better, and longer than this double! More David Lee Roth added!


title: Great classic rock!

text: Finally got here!


title: Great group

text: Arrived real fast love this album