title: The Cure - For Everything

text:
One day, when our planet's oil supply is gone, we will sit around a campfire and remember how cool alternative music was. "Yeah man", they'll say, "all those cool sounds with electric keyboards, that was so cool. That's what made new wave great". The Cure has thrown down the guantlet ahead of that time along with their electric instuments and processors too. On their 2CD Greatest Hits compilation, the entire 2nd disc, while identical in song titles to the 1st disc, is completely unplugged. Instead of electric bass, they use bass guitar. Intstead of synths, they use everything from grand pianos, foot powered pump organs, accordians, and even thumb pianos. Even Robert Smith's trademark voice is au naturale, no fake back up vocals or overdubs. Amazingly, it sounds just as alive as ever. They could play these songs around the campfire and still have the electricity as if they were plugged in. As for the song selection, people will gripe about having two new extra songs where they could have included some old ones (where's Fascination Street, Pictures Of You or Catch?), but the vast majority of songs are hits that Cure fans have long known. This limited edition is a set that succeeds and I think worth shelling out the extra cash. So it's your choice, electric or unplugged, but you can't go wrong either way.

I'm sorry to see that Amazon lists the 2CD set as unavailable as it was a limited edition. But if you can track it down, to have both the standard and acoustic discs will be something you'll thoroughly enjoy.


title: An overlooked gem

text: It's a pity that Broken Homes never really broke out then this album came out in 1988. It was a great time for the indie rock sound. True they were fighting all the hair bands of the time, but also bands like the Del Fuegos and til tuesday were emerging and R.E.M. were riding high. The Broken Homes have that grit, hard working, all American sound without going cliche. Sure some songs like Seed I've Sown with the fiddles get a little sappy bluegrass but then they smack you with Superstar. Even the title cut takes off like a rocket. As someone else mentioned, you can get this for 1¢, but you'll get much much more out of it. Great songs with great hooks. A winner.


title: Worth the price

text: This 1998 Roxy Music collection is named "The Greatest", one of a series of limited editions of artists from the EMI catalog in Japan (though Roxy was signed to the Warner family of labels). This is probably the most complete collections of Roxy out there on a single disc that covers the best of all the studio recording from the beginning of Virginia Plain all the way through Avalon's three singles including Take A Chance With Me. For me, one of the best inclusions was the dramatic For Your Pleasure, all 6+ distorted and experimental minutes of it. My only gripes is that they went with the disco version of Angel Eyes instead of the more rocking version on the original Manifesto release, and because of it's limited release that the price is really steep. If stranded on a desert island and you had to take one Roxy album, I'd go with this one.


title: Classic Gaither!

text: This is one of my favorites. I had seen a few of the performances on other DVD's so I had a good feeling about this one when I ordered it. I'm a Gaither fan so I appreciate the historical sidebars including Jake Hess, Hovie Lister, The Happy Goodman family and others. The cameo appearance by Romance Watson was a special bonus. I would highly recommend this DVD to any Gaither fan as well as anyone with an interest in experiencing a wide range of southern gospel.


title: I don't know if the amazing Ironing Board Sam will be of interest to "outside ...

text: I don't know if the amazing Ironing Board Sam will be of interest to "outside scholars of pop cultural history" (whoever they are) but don't judge this CD, or Sam, by a review from someone who obviously has never seen Ironing Board Sam put on one of his shows (and every one of his gigs is a show) at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival every year, or on Bourbon Street where he's worked for probably forty year. Sam has a fine voice, a masterful keyboard style, and a Deep South sense of timing that he uses to bring alive obscure R&B songs and famous old standards. Sam is first and foremost a showman, which isn't apparent on this CD (you'd have to hunt up a copy of his self-produced in-concert "Super Blues Comedy Cassette" for that, and worth the hunt!) but this CD is the first time Sam, who usually performs as a one-man band, is backed up by a top notch full band, with a real New Orleans second-line feel. Good singing, great playing, unusual songs, and Five Stars. I mean how can anyone pass up an album by someone called Ironing Board Sam. He's great.

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title: Supremely GREAT!!!!

text:
My favorite Supremes LP!! I remember my mom buying this. I listened to it every morning before school imagining ME.....being up there singing those songs! (which are great songs!).

 The selection was some of their hits, classic songs of the time (Boy from Ipanema, Somewhere...), a special hats off to Sam Cooke....

IMO it is one of the best live LP's of my time. Thank you for allowing me to get this on cd!❤


title: Perfect

text: Perfect


title: Son Loves it

text: Not my kind of music so I asked my son for his candid evaluation, he is wild about it, hard to find and he is happy


title: Five Stars

text: I have always liked Isaac Air Freight


title: Every child should have this.

text: Wonderful music for children, teaches them virtue and integrity which our world needs so much. Erine Rettino and his wife Debby blessed my daughters when they were young, now it's the grandchildrens turn.


title: Interesting Sound

text: Frankly, I had only heard a handful of the songs written by Krokus and they had gone under the radar.  For a solid fan, this might be a good collection, but I rarely find these to really be a collection of greatest hits.  They had some good songs, and though likely classified as a 'hair band', it is appropriate to put them in the same mold as AC DC.


title: For me, it was a matter of having it ...

text: For me, it was a matter of having it a collection, but overall, I view it as a weak effort.


title: Love it

text: The Best!!


title: The Best!!!0

text: Loved it!!!!❤


title: What a great collection of Elton

text: This 34 track compilation of the very best of Elton John with just a few of my favorite tracks missing, including Tiny Dancer. Great for driving in the car and singing along with such a great variety without all the separate CDs! Love it!


title: Just Amazing

text: Just Amazing


title: s good.

text: I have not got it yet but I,m a long time fan so I know it,s good.


title: So grateful to have this for my kids.

text: My kids and I love every song in this CD. Catchy music with an awesome message. We sing along while I'm driving.


title: Everyone should hear this!

text: The speaker is an excellent orator.  He KNOWS exactly the differences between women and men.  Great advice for both men and women. He's entertaining and anyone can relate to him.  This is great for adults, young adults, teens, and tweens.


title: very good CD

text: excellent music


title: Excellent

text: I had heard snatches of Amato's performance of this piece on YouTube, and was impressed; so the only question was of the sound quality on this minor label.  Happily the engineering is up to the standards of the playing. The Balakirev didn't astonish but I bought this for the Dutilleux. Recommended.


title: okay

text: this CD set is okay but gets a little monotonous after a while....i was hoping it would be better but it's okay...


title: Just as advertised

text: Personal listening.


title: Great Music,  Speedy Delivery

text: Needed this for my Aquacise class.  I like to play a good mix of favorites.  This has great music and arrived very quickly.


title: OK, not outstanding

text: I found this meditation CD to be OK, I have other meditation CD's that I like better.<br />I have used it twice, but my other CD's have more guided imagery, that seem to relax me more.


title: Five Stars

text: Excellen!!


title: Voice

text: I like his voice.  What made me get it.  Is from the movie.  The song has a message in it.


title: Five Stars

text: it was awesome!


title: Five Stars

text: Perfect, I heard their music and ordered the CD


title: Five Stars

text: Wonderful! CD just what I was looking for to play for elderly people I entertain and friends. Dorothy Miller


title: Five Stars

text: Excellent Album. It helped me to pray through into God's Presence.


title: Classic and Timeless Superb music

text: Musical performances that are so superb, words are not enough to describe this collection of songs on three CDs.


title: Five Stars

text: great purchase...


title: Austin Women Sing the Blues

text:
~ This compilation provides an interesting survey of 8 great lady blues singers residing in Austin at the time of the initial release of the CD (1992). Collected from a variety of recording sessions for Antone’s Records label, some of these tracks have been previously released while some are not available elsewhere (see note below).
~ The vocal and instrumental quality is of the highest caliber throughout, featuring the cream of the crop of Austin blues musicians. By offering 12 tracks from 9 artists, the producers have managed to give us a single CD that shows the breadth and depth of the lady blues vocalists in terms of style.
~ Liner notes provide a single-page biography of each vocalist and the collective personnel playing on the various tracks is summarized. Sound quality varies slightly from track to track as expected for this type of compilation, but is good to excellent throughout.
~ My only complaint is the brevity of the disc (48 minutes) which could have easily been extended to 70+ minutes. Of course, this shortcoming is out weighed by the fact that 5 of the 13 tracks are not available elsewhere.
1. Something's Got a Hold on Me = Angela Strehli, Lou Ann Barton, Marcia Ball (Dreams Come True)
2. Hurtback = Sarah Brown, Angela Strehli, Lou Ann Barton, Marcia Ball (#)
3. Big Town Playboy = Angela Strehli (Soulful Shack)
4. Neighbor, Neighbor = Angela Strehli (#)
5. Down South in New Orleans = Lou Ann Barton (#)
6. You'll Lose a Good Thing = Lou Ann Barton (Read My Lips)
7. I'm a Good Woman = Barbara Lynn (#)
8. Queen Bee = Sue Foley (Young Girl Blues)
9. But I Forgive You = Sue Foley, Angela Strehli (Young Girl Blues)
10. Cuban Getaway = Sue Foley (Young Girl Blues)
11. Twelve Bar Blues = Toni Price (Swim Away)
12. Richest One = Toni Price (Swim Away)
13. Wrapping up Your Love = Lavelle White (#)
# = not available on any other CD.
~ This CD makes a nice introduction to Austin lady blues vocalists of the early 1990's, and for that reason is recommended.


title: Heat = Retrospective and Live Celebration

text:
~ There is something here for everyone.
~ For people who are new to the music of RHH, the first disc offers a career spanning 22 "best of" tracks.  Longtime RHH fans may quibble with the selection of tunes included here, but overall the disc gives a great synopsis of 25 years of RHH music.  Considering that the tracks were recorded in different studios over a long period of time, the sound quality is good and consistent.
~ For those already have a collection of RHH music, the second disc offers his first ever live recording with 20 tracks.  As with the other disc in this collection, the sound quality is good. Considering that RHH's reputation is built more on live performances than recordings, it is interesting that this is the first live RHH recording.
~ The third disc is a DVD offering a "Live at Fillmore" concert with interviews injected at various points. The interviews provide the viewer with some insight into the personalities of the band members and background on some of the songs.
~ Highly recommended for longtime RHH fans as well as those who are new to the psychobilly experience.  Although it should be noted that this collection is offered at a wide variety of prices on Amazon, so search for the best price.
NOTE: A listing of the tracks on the three discs is given in the "Comments" below.


title: Fun Sleigh Ride

text: ~ This music is a fun sleigh ride through a variety of Christmas tunes. Setzer and the BS Orchestra are in fine vocal and instrumental form throughout, even on the down-tempo tracks. For Setzer guitar fans there are a few choice moments on the CD, but for the most part this is a vocals plus big band CD. Sound quality is excellent, and for the low prices of this CD the playing time is suitable if not generous. The entire CD makes for uplifting joyous good times at Christmas.<br />~ Highly recommended.


title: Christmas Temptations

text:
~ The Temptations recorded two albums of Christmas songs for Motown's Gordy Records: "Christmas Card" in 1970 and "Give Love at Christmas" in 1980.  In total 19 tracks were recorded: 10 for the first album and 9 for the second album (although the initial release of the album only contained 8 of those tracks).  These two albums have been remastered and reissued numerous times in packages that contain some, but not all, of the 19 tracks.
~ In the decade between the recording of these two albums, musical styles changed and the personnel that comprised The Temptations changed.  Consequently, any attempt to merge the two original albums into one collection results in a variety that only adds to the disc.  Any combination of tracks from the two original albums presents a nice blend of traditional, contemporary, and original tunes presented in a setting of strings, brass, and percussion. The arrangements are unique and refreshing, never overly sentimental, often fun, sometimes funky. As always, the Temptation harmonies are exceptional.
~ "Merry Christmas: The Temptations" / "Christmas Celebration" contains 15 of the nineteen songs, which makes it one of the most comprehensive surveys of The Temptations Christmas output.
~ "The Best of the Temptations: 20th Century Masters: The Christmas Collection" / "The Best of the Temptations Christmas" contains 12 of the nineteen songs.  The nice thing about this collection is that it contains "Oh, Holy Night", the out-take from the 1980 sessions - a track that is usually omitted from the other compilations.
~ Amazon lists the songs on each of these collections, and there is considerable overlap.  So which CD you buy will depend on your choice of songs you like.  You will not be disappointed with any one of these collections.


title: Swamp Boogie Party

text: ~ Tony Joe White was in fine form for this 1980 "Austin City Limits" performance.  Backed by Jeff Hale on drums and Steve Spear on bass, this trio stomps out sixty minutes of swamp boogie fun.  Lots of rockin' blues expertly delivered by an under-rated guitarist.  Thirteen of the fourteen songs come from Tony Joe's prolific pen including classics such as "Polk Salad Annie", "Rainy Night in Georgia", and "Willie and Laura Mae Jones".  His sense of humor comes through loud and clear in songs like "Even Trolls Love Rock `n Roll", "Mama Don't Let Your Cowboys Grow Up to Be Babies", "Disco Blues", and  "300 Pounds of Hongry".  This CD can be summed up by the title of one of his songs "I Came Here to Party."<br />~ Highly recommended.


title: Basie at his Swinging Best

text:
~ Recorded in March 1962, this Count Basie septet session easily ranks at or near his best.  The front line of Thad Jones on trumpet, Frank Foster (tracks 1, 3, 5, 7), Frank Wess (tracks 2, 4, 6, 8), and Eric Dixon on various saxophones, flutes, and clarinet, and Count Basie on piano and organ is perfectly matched with the support of Freddie Green on guitar, Sonny Payne on drums and Eddie Jones on bass.  The septet is in superlative form on a variety of blues, standards, and originals.  The variety of voicings and textures provided by the multiple reed instruments provides an ever-changing quality to the music.  The drumming by Sonny Payne is outstanding throughout.
* This recording is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
~ Oh, Lady, Be Good (Ira Gershwin) 4:40 ~ Basie's 1938 version of this tune is famous for being the recording debut of Lester Young.  In this 1962 version, Basie sets a bouncing dance tempo over which Dixon, Jones, and Foster provide sparkling solos.
~ Secrets (Frank Wess) 4:08 ~ This jaunty track features Wess on alto flute, Jones on muted trumpet, Dixon on C flute, and some great brush work by Payne.
~ I Want a Little Girl (Murray Mencher / Billy Moll) 4:16 ~ With Jones on wa-wa trumpet, Foster on tenor, Dixon on clarinet, and Basie on organ, this track is tune is taken at a slow melancholy pace.
~ Shoe Shine Boy (Sammy Cahn / Saul Chaplin) 4:07 ~  This is an updated version of a 1936 Basie clasic with great ensemble playing by everybody.
~ Count's Place (Count Basie) 5:28 ~ Typical Basie ... a catchy riff-based tune featuring some fine Basie piano and Payne drumming.
~ Senator Whitehead (Frank Wess) 4:12 ~ With the same instrumentation as "Secrets" this piece dances along at a swinging fast pace.
~ Tally-Ho, Mr. Basie! (Count Basie) 4:28 ~ Another great riff-based Basie tune with more great playing from Basie and his band.
~ What'Cha Talkin'? (Thad Jones) 4:59 ~ A distinctive Jones piece with excellent execution of the ensemble passages by Jones, Foster, Wess, and Dixon.
~ A thorough search of Amazon will reveal that there are other versions of this CD that include "Trey of Hearts" (Thad Jones) 3:43 ~ A bonus track that was not included in the original vinyl LP, this track gives Count Basie a chance to shine on piano.  I rate the CD's with the bonus track at 5 stars because of the additional value.
NOTE: This CD on the Impulse! Label should not be confused with a CD issued in 1980 on the Pablo label with an almost identical title [[ASIN:B000000YWG Kansas City 7]].


title: Delightful Duet

text:
~ Some people may shy away from this album because of Archie Shepp's reputation as a fire breathing tenor sax man - a reputation he earned during the 1960's avant guard period in jazz. Others may turn to this CD seeking more of Archie's outside playing. Either of these potential buyers are in for a surprise. By 1978 when this album was recorded, Shepp had largely abandoned the ferocious attack and settled on more melodic flowing lines and a richer burnished tone as he drew inspiration and repertoire from modern standards and bluesy originals.
~ The pairing with South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim (aka Dollar Brand) is perfect. Ibrahim's strong rhythmic playing is the perfect support for Shepp's hauntingly beautiful solos. The interaction between the two musicians in exemplary; one would assume they have played together for years.
~ The recorded sound is excellent on this 45 minute gem.
~ Highlights include the lovely Burrell/Brown composition "Fortunato" and Mal Waldron's "Left Alone". ~ Highly recommended for those looking for a relaxed, interesting journey. This disc will be of specific interest to those who enjoyed Shepp's mid-'70s dates for Arista/Freedom and Ibrahim's more subdued group efforts of the late '70s and early '80s. If you like this CD, you will love Ibrahim's solo effort "African Dawn".


title: Paul Chambers on Top

text: ~ This rather expensive import CD appears to be the same as [[ASIN:B000TZUSJE Bass on Top]] with one additional track.  Some buyers may want to pay the extra money for the one additional track, but most people will be satisfied by the standard release.  Detailed reviews of the standard issued CD can be found at the link [[ASIN:B000TZUSJE Bass on Top]].


title: Texas Blues Artists Deserving Wider Recognition

text:
~ Interesting CD.  A compilation of music by six relatively unknown Dallas-based blues guitarist singers.  Recorded in 1997, the current CD was released in 2010 and includes bonus tracks omitted from the initial release.  The total time of the 15-track CD is 69+ minutes.  The main appeal of the CD is the chance to hear six guitarist / singers that you probably have not otherwise heard.  Indeed, most of these artists were only known locally in the DFW area and toiled for years there in the bars and clubs.  But do not let the relative obscurity of the artists deter you from checking out this CD; the quality of the performances is pretty good - although a little uneven.
~ Although the title indicates that the CD brings the artists together in a group performance, only five of the fifteen tracks feature two of the artists in tandem.  The artists involved are: Andrew `Jr Boy' Jones (tracks 1, 15); U.P. Wilson & Bobby Gilmore (2 - 6); Henry Qualls (7, 8); J.B. Wynne (9 - 11), Bob Kirkpatrick (12 - 14).
~ Recommended to anyone willing to explore the blues beyond the well-known names.


title: In the Tradition of Bill Evans

text:
~ Not exactly sure why Amazon has two listings for this CD with slightly different titles.  However, I re-posted my review here just in case someone stumbles across this listing first.  For a list of the songs on this CD, see [[ASIN:B000003DCH Trio 83]].
~ Warren Bernhardt is a fine soloist in the Bill Evans tradition, but with his own musical identity. Bernhardt has appeared in many different settings through the years. He studied classical piano, played in Chicago while attending college, and was with Paul Winter's sextet during 1961-1964. After moving to New York, Bernhardt was with Gerry Mulligan, Clark Terry, George Benson, and Jeremy Steig, in addition to doubling as a studio musician on many pop dates. He was with Jack DeJohnette's Directions (1976) and Steps Ahead (1984-1985), and has frequently led his own trios. Bernhardt has recorded several fine dates for DMP over the period of 1983 to 2003. "Warren Bernhard Trio" from 1983 is the perhaps his best DMP outing. NOTE: There is some confusion on Amazon. This CD is listed twice: once as "Trio 83" released in 1990 and once as "Trio `83" released in 1983. They are the same CD with the same nine tracks.
~ Listening to this CD, I could not help but compare it to the CD [[ASIN:B000003DCP Liquid Silver]] by Andy LaVerne - another Bill Evans disciple. The two CDs were recorded for the same label with the same bass player (Eddie Gomez) and drummer (Peter Erskine) . While LaVerne adds guitarist John Abercrombie to four of the tracks and a string quartet to two of the tracks, Bernhardt stays in the traditional p-b-d trio format that Bill Evans mastered so perfectly. The two albums take different approaches to building on the Bill Evans legacy; LaVerne expands the legacy into new territory (with varying degrees of success) while Bernhard elaborates on the legacy.  Fans of Bill Evans will prefer this Bernhardt CD over the Liquid Silver CD by LaVerne.
~ If you are familiar with the gentle lyrical piano trio recordings of Bill Evans and you wish to hear how that tradition feels in the hands of a more recent artist, this CD is a fine addition to your collection. While there is no new ground broken here, Bernhardt is an excellent pianist and the CD makes for a pleasant listening experience.
~ My only reason for giving this CD an average (3-star) rating is that a few tunes wander off into abstract territory, which is not an area that particularly appeals to me.


title: Grant Green / Sonny Clark - Complete Blue Note Recordings (almost)

text:
~ Perhaps the place to start this review is by clarifying how this 1990 four disc set from Mosaic Records differs from the 1997 two disc set from BlueNote titled [[ASIN:B000005H9T Complete Quartets With Sonny Clark]].  Both sets use the same masters; both sets have the same excellent sound quality.  The BlueNote set contains 19 tracks and is limited to the quartets headed by Grant Green and Sonny Clark.  The Mosaic set contains the same 19 tracks plus 9 tracks in which the quartet was expanded to a quintet by the addition of tenor saxophonist Ike Quebec and 2 tracks that included Ike Quebec and a Latin rhythm section.
~ The Mosaic set offers the advantage of their usual excellent 12x12 packaging, extensively researched and well-written notes in a 12 page booklet, giving session-by-session track-by-track details and analysis of the music.  The Mosaic set was limited to 7500 copies, which sold out quickly.  Like many Mosaic sets, this one now sells for many times it's original price.  The collectors value of Mosaic box sets is well known in jazz circles.
~ Although the music was recorded at five sessions over the period 23 Dec. 1961 through 7 Sept. 1962, none of the material was released until the late 1970's and early 1980's in vinyl LP form.  The 19 quartet tracks common to both sets were released as albums with the titles "Gooden's Corner" (Japanese release only), "Nigeria" (USA release only), and "Oleo" (Japanese release only) - none of which are currently readily available on individual CDs.  The "Nigeria" session is unique in that it is the only collaboration between Green and drummer Art Blakey.  The drummer on the earlier "Gooden's Corner" and the later "Oleo" sessions is Louis Hayes.  Sam Jones is the bassist on all three sessions.  Release of the 11 tracks involving Ike Quebec (also supported by Hayes and Jones) was also delayed but eventually released on two LPs / CDs titled "Born to Be Blue" by Grant Green and one track on "Blue and Sentimental" by Ike Quebec.  The Latin-tinged session from Sept. 1962 was first released as part of the Mosaic box set.  Of all of the material in the Mosaic box set, only the tracks involving Ike Quebec have been consistently available on CD.  See my review of the [[ASIN:B000005HDG Born to Be Blue]] CD elsewhere on Amazon.
~ Both the Mosaic and BlueNote sets use the word "complete" in the title, and while that was thought to be true at the time of release, neither set is really complete.  Subsequent to the compilation of these box two sets, a separate Green-Clark quartet session recorded on 27 Oct. 1961 was discovered.  Like the rest of these sessions, the results were not issued and remained lost in the vaults for decades.  In 2001, two takes of "Woody `n' You" from the lost sessions were released on Grant Green's CD [[ASIN:B0000589UP First Session]].  Drummer and bassist on this session were Billy Higgins and Butch Warren.
~ Of course, the question arises "why was the release of these sessions delayed?  Was it the quality of the music?"  In the notes that accompany the Mosaic box noted BlueNote historian points out that at the time of these recordings Alfred Lion was relentlessly recording Grant Green in various settings - indeed, he had becomes something of the house guitarist appearing on countless sessions as a leader and backing other musicians.  The Grant Green led sessions that were appearing on the market with some frequency were selected to showcase Green as a funky, soulful, gospel and blues influenced bopper - often with organ rather than piano support.  Perhaps release of these particular sessions (and a few others from this period) were delayed because they did not fit into that image.  Of course, anyone familiar with the work of Grant Green knows it is not possible for him to play anything without him naturally injecting a little soulful blues.
~ The music throughout these five sessions is spectacular.  The combo works well together, the solos are excellent, and the programs are diverse in a straight-ahead bop fashion with a strong focus on standards.  The music is relaxed, gentle, warm, intimate, emotional, and accessible.  Great late-night music.
~ One could argue that the two-CD BlueNote set is more effective than the four-CD Mosaic set because it allows the listener to focus on Green and Clark without the saxophone completing for solo space.  However, I find that Quebec fits in perfectly with the other two soloists and the quintet interaction is a welcome addition.  Whether playing as a quartet or quintet, it is obvious that Green and Clark had a sympathetic and natural musical relationship.  They feed off each other to produce some of the best music of their respective respectable careers.  Unfortunately, Clark died shortly after the last of these sessions and we will never know what could have developed.  What we do know is that small group hard bop rarely comes any better than this.


title: A Worthy Effort for a Worthy Cause.

text:
~ This 17-song collection released in 2002 brings together some of the best Texas guitarists to help raise funds for the Texas Council on Family Violence, an organization that helps victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, etc.  Supporting this important charity is reason enough to buy the CD; the music is a bonus.  Clocking in at more than 73 minutes, Texas Guitar Slingers presents a variety of material ranging from Austin blues-rock to bluegrass to delicate acoustic guitar ballad, and includes some very good vocals with solid guitar support.
Since Amazon does list the songs or artists on this CD, I have done so listing the featured guitarist and a few comments where appropriate.
~ Outrage (4:54) by Roscoe Beck quintet.
~ Violence (4:00) by Chris Durant trio, including Rap vocals by Chris.
~ Dirty Girl (5:52) by Jimmie Vaughan quartet.
~ Enzo Shuffle (2:46) by Eric Johnson trio performed on Austin City Limits.
~ Halfway to Avalon (5:56) by David Sebree quintet.
~ Taranto (2:39) by Chris Vincent solo flamenco guitar.
~ Just a Step (3:13) by Stephen Bruton quartet with David Holt vocals.
~ Abandoned in London (4:21) by Denny Freeman and Double Trouble with Tina Schlieske vocals
~ Belly of the Beast (5:35) by David Grissom trio.
~ Nose Open (4:43) by Derek O'Brien quartet with Malford Milligan vocals.
~ Why Not? (4:05) by Mitch Watkins solo guitar.
~ Feels Like Rain (4:17) by Bill Carter and Eric Hokkanen quintet with Bill Carter vocals.
~ Meanin' of the Blues (4:10) by Omar and the Howlers with vocals by Omar.
~ Moon Over Manchaca (3:08) by Ray Benson on solo guitar
~ You Can't Touch Her Anymore (4:03) by Stephan Doster trio with vocals by Doster, Lee Duffy, and Will Sexton.
~ Little Mona and the Scorpion (4:06) by Van Wilkes trio with vocals by Van Wilkes.
~ Electric Drunk (5:47) by Glenn Rexach trio.
All in all, this is a CD with a variety of styles of music and the profits go to a worthy cause.


title: Five Stars

text: Excellent! Wonderful combination of songs! Shipped quickly and safely.


title: Five Stars

text: Everything I hoped it would be


title: Never Enough of George

text: I just never seem to get enough of GS.  Which is why I just keep ordering his CD's.  I'm pretty close to having all his music!


title: Pass the caipirina's

text: This was a no brainer, I have all of the Chill Brazil series and have enjoyed them all. In fact they can blamed for my love of all things Brazilian.


title: Good product

text: Good product


title: Best seller

text: Love this! Fast shipping! Excellent seller! Thank you!


title: Nat is my favorite singer. Pretty much anything he sings I usually ...

text: Nat is my favorite singer.  Pretty much anything he sings I usually like.


title: music for heavy breathers

text: If you are a avid harmonica player,or just a novice,or just enjoy listening to good music,well this is the album for you.the three players;jerry murad,on lead,don les on bass,and al fiore on chord harmonicas make the music as if you were sitting in front of a live orchestra.


title: Pin the tail on the donkey

text: If you are like me and you have heard every  "Top 40" song a million times and are looking for something you've never heard -- buy this CD. Peeks' "Pin the Tail on the Donkey" is worth the $30 by itself. I like Shag music and listen to my cable TV's Shag Music channel for anything I have never heard before. When I heard this song I knew I had to have it. It is a great 2 minute ditty that has me rockin' every time I hear it. It is only available used but the CD is worth the price! A previous reviewer says Peek is a former Gene Vincent "Blue Cap" and though I can't find that info, - Buy this CD. The other stuff is great, also.


title: Bennett is a personal favorite.

text: On time, perfect condition and great addition to my library.


title: Five Stars

text: VG


title: Excellent. It put me in the mood for

text: Excellent.  It put me in the mood for Christmas


title: Okay

text: Not quite what I expected.  I wish I had heard it before I ordered it.  The price was right so will not be returning.


title: A Comprehensive Cat Stevens Greatest Hits Collection

text: This really is a fine collection of Cat Stevens' best songs. The recording is clear and very musical. It seems hard to image that it has been 40 years or more since these recordings were made but they are really nice produced. A highly listenable disk!


I heard this album by Pennario 40 years ago. It's great! Too bad it's only available on vinyl...maybe this is a good reason to buy a turntable?


title: Great CD with Good Sound, but Missing Several of Bowlly's Best

text:
LOVE IS THE SWEETEST THING is the #1 Al Bowlly set to own. It has most of Bowlly's best songs, with impeccable sound quality. However, several of Bowley's most famous songs are missing, including his most iconic, "Moonlight, the Stars and You" and "Have You ever Seen a Dream Walking?" among others.

"Moonlight" can be found on only three cd's--
  "MOONLIGHT STARS AND YOU/ THE VERY BEST OF RAY NOBLE [He was Bowlly's orchestra
  leader]" (Go to Amazon and type in "Ray Noble cd" at top)
  "OVER ON THE SUNNY SIDE/ RAY NOBLE AND HIS ORCHESTRA"
  "THIS IS ROMANCE/ AL BOWLLY (2-cd set)

I chose the last cd set, which has uneven volume and sound quality. But it does include "Moonlight" and several of Bowlly's most notable tunes which are not on the LOVE set. A few of the notable songs on the ROMANCE set which are not on LOVE IS THE SWEETEST THING are
  "Midnight, the Stars and You"
  "Did You ever See a Dream Walking?"
  "All I Do is Dream of You"
  "Isn't It Heavenly?"
  "Waltzing in a Dream."
  "Gosh, I Must be Falling in Love"
  "The Language of Love"
  "With All My Heart"

Still, LOVE IS THE SWEETEST THING is your basic building block for Al Bowlly, is excellent as far as it goes, and is well worth your purchase!


title: The best album by the century's best singer.

text:
One of the greatest albums of all time. This is essential to any collection of popular music and certainly to any devotee of Frank Sinatra. It is scandalous that this CD is not widely available and more affordable. This is Sinatra at his peak, demonstrating more expression and emotion than earlier in his career and with his voice better than toward the end of his life, after decades of booze and cigarettes.

You will be moved by the beauty and poignancy of this album. You'll smile at some of its songs ("The Man in the Looking Glass") and be touched by others ("Hello Young Lovers" and "Once upon a Time"). Still, the mastering could be better. Rather than complementing Sintra's voice, too often Gordon Jenkin's orchestration overpowers it. This dates the album, as overpowering orchestration was too common during this period (i.e., Richard Harris' "MacArthur Park" and his soundtrack to CAMELOT). Hopefully, engineers can eventually minimize this problem.


title: Five Stars

text: Short Stuff was out of the Milwaukee area. Jimmy Liban on vocals. The man could sing!


title: Otro logro artístico del Gran Raphael

text: Se demoró algo el envío pero llego bien gracias


title: Magnifico album

text: Muy buena recopilación del género musical de estas divas famosas.


title: Oldies Collectors Bonanza

text: These two-disc compilations offer about 30 selections, remastered to Time-Life's high quality standards.  And, nowadays, you can get them for far less than they originally sold for.  So buy away, even if you just need a few of the tunes to add to your collection.


title: Five Stars

text: as described thank


title: Five Stars

text: Great hits for the time..


title: Five Stars

text: Absolutely amazing. Sounds perfect. CD's weren't scratched. Definitely purchasing from these people again :)


title: Exactly as Promised

text: Fast becoming a fan of this group


title: Exactly as Promised

text: Great addition to my collection!


title: Exactly as Promised

text: Arrived a little earlier than expected and in pristine condition.


title: Must have for Spinal Fans!

text: First song? Bitch School, about dog obedience classes. Have to love Spinal Tap. Great CD, great seller.


title: Great CD and Book

text: Read the book. It is a great read. I bought it on CD and loaded it to my laptop and took it to Costa Rica with me where I played it several times. I use it at night just before bed as it relaxes me and gives me sweet dreams of being on  the beach. The accompanying single CD is not really like any thing Jimmy has written. It has a nice  peaceful story telling ring to it.


title: Five Stars

text: Gift


title: Five Stars

text: It worked!


title: Michael Card

text: MC has a history of creative genius. Love this!


title: Love Harry Chapin

text: Had this album years ago and lost it.  So glad to be able to get this CD.  I enjoy all of his songs/stories.  Just makes you feel good.


title: CERTAINLY NOT WHAT I EXPECTED

text: MOST OF THE MUSIC ON THIS CD WAS  JUST OK


title: Nice dongs.

text: Great songs from Harry Chapin.


title: Cher

text: Great songs by Cher and Sonny, together and her solo career.


title: An awesome blast from the past!!

text: I bought this for my wife, but we both love it. I had forgotten how great Dusty Springfield's voice was. If you grew up in the late 60s or early 70s you will definitely remember this voice.


title: lovers music

text: saw the movie & had to have the soundtrack. good album for romance & a sunday afternoon.  1st side is the best-my opinion-please


title: Good music CD

text: Daughter loves his music, good compilation of some of his best songs.


title: Great music by great artist.

text: Everything is Great on this album. No hiccups, no skipping, would buy from this seller again.


title: Call me crazy, but ....

text:
Since Apple decided to use artwork patterned after the "Beatles 1" album cover (yellow lettering on red background), emphasized by a picture and ad for the "1" album on the rear of the package, wouldn't it have made more sense to include "We Can Work It Out" c/w "Day Tripper", as both songs are actually on the "1" album ? Alongside the other double-A-sides included in the set ("Something" c/w "Come Together" and "Yellow Submarine" c/w "Eleanor Rigby"), each of the six songs would actually be represented on that album.

Obviously, that begs the questions (a) what to pick for the 4th single, as there were only three double-A-sided singles where both sides ended up on "1", and (b) having said that, is a 4th single even needed in the set ?

With a little more thought, this could've been much cooler than it turned out.


title: Too commercial? What was "Rambling Man" and "Melissa?"

text: When this CD came out, it was about the fifth time I'd seen them in concert. While I understand how the contrast between CDs like this and, say, "Reach For The Sky" were a disappointment to fans of their earlier years and recordings, I also understand the appeal. Frankly, this is one of my favorite CDs by the band. I love the early jazzy jams. But there was nothing wrong with a little more contemporary twist to the band's flavor, and in that category this CD has some of my favorite ABB tunes- "Straight From The Heat" is w/o a doubt a top ten ABB fave of mine. And "Brothers of the Road, The Heat is On, Two Rights," and, "The Judgement" sizzle with Dickie Betts flavor, both in production and vocally. Greg's smokey vocals are fabulous on "Straight From The Heart," as well as, "I Never Knew How Much I Needed a Woman," which comes from the "Melissa" league of ballads, though admittedly not with the same magnitude. By the time this CD came out, it made me anxious to see the band live again. Like many others I know, I was finding it harder and harder to sit through the ABB's live 30 minute marathon songs that seemed to take forever to end a song the same way they ended the previous one, or so it seemed. While that may have been their initial appeal, times change, tastes changed, and like other bands from their era with longevity, the Allmans changed too. The Allmans have always been an acquired taste, but its no coincidence that they garnered their biggest popularity on their most commercially successful songs. So why should this CD, or "Enlightened Rogues" and such be blamed for leaning that way a little. This CD is more deserved of 3 1/2 stars, but since not capable, and not ready to slap a 4, my 3 seemed appropriate.


title: Great for fans of Bottesini's music

text: I was shocked that a movie existed with the soundtrack comprised of Bottesini bass music.  This CD has 4 of his compositions (Grand Duo for Violin and Bass, Grand Duo for Clarinet and Bass, La Sonnambula and the Allegretto Capricioso) in their entirety as well as fragments of the pieces as they were used throughout the movie.  Massimo Giorgi does a fantastic job as the bass soloist and the only reason that the rating isn't 5 stars is that most of the tracks were those fragments and some dialogue.  The running time is very short (under 60 minutes) but I am pleased with it based on the 4 complete works.


title: Why hasn't anyone reviewed this?

text:
This is a really rare sublime cd, and you can really see how Bradley was really alive in front of a crowd. I won't give it 5 stars, because I don't think it was Bradley's best, but I think that it's definitely  intimate, which I really do like.

Check it out sometime. It costs a bit, but it's worth every penny.


title: Harry Chapin greatest hits

text: It's his best recorded music/stories.<br />If you are a fan of his it is a most have


title: Civil War Music Brought Back to Life

text: I recently had the pleasure of seeing this group perform at Bloomington, IL's annual Cemetery Walk.  They performed several selections from this CD, which I purchased at the event.  The group performs with instruments of the period and dresses in Civil War garb.  I can't vouch for the authenticity of their uniforms, but their musicianship is top notch.  I thoroughly enjoyed this CD and highly recommend it to Civil War buffs or anyone interested in the music of this period.


title: Wonderful album featuring the best of classic golden age cowboy music!

text: This is the most enjoyable of all my Riders in the Sky albums because the musicianship is excellent! As the title says, it features America's Favorite Cowboy Songs, so each song is familiar to anyone who loves the classic western cowboy film and television songs. I can listen to the CD repeatedly and enjoy every track.


title: Not a steel guitar cd.

text: Disappointed, I love Sarah Joy's steel guitar playing. This CD has only one selection of her playing, all the other tracks are her singing.


title: Dale and Grace CD Great

text: I loved these songs when I was in high school many, many, many years ago.  I was hesitant to order but this CD is excellent.  My husband even likes all the songs.


I had loved the LP I had of this remarkable recording.  The CD does it justice.  One of my all time favorites.


title: Inspiring!

text: The music is blissful and the lyrics are inspiring, positive, uplifting and encouraging.  A great find and worth tracking down.


title: 10 Songs for $40 on this CD

text: I like the choices but hate the price. I'll continue doing research to find a better deal at a reasonable price.


title: San Juan Suite is SWEEEET!

text: Love this music.  So relaxing.


title: It's all I use now...

text: Easy on and off, no dust, great shine, smells very nice!


title: Shirley Ellis CD

text: Love this CD; my 5-year old granddaughter loves it as well - she always makes sure it is in the car so she can sing along with a couple of her favorite songs!


title: Five Stars

text: This CD was better than the last one!!!!  And I loved the last one!!!


title: One Star

text: Cracked when I received it


title: Listen to the Samples First!

text:
This CD is for a very select audience.  Buy this CD only if you:  1) know and like all the songs as performed by the original artists, and 2) love lounge music.

I am fond of lounge music, but only knew a couple of songs, so I was rather disappointed with the result.

Ideally, Mr. Cheese's treatment of these songs should be both humorous because of the genre transference, and most importantly should be entertaining by themselves.  Since I was not familiar with most of the songs, the humor usually failed for me.  And, frankly, most of the renditions cannot stand on their own merit.  "Creep" and "Fight for Your Right" were good.  As for most of the rest, count yourself lucky if you can forget them.


title: Listen up

text: Take me back


title: Was missing cover, but record was in perfect condition!

text: This record was bought second-hand in excellent condition. Apparently, the album cover wasn't, but at least the record was. I listened to it the same day. Such a great album!  So happy with this purchase!


title: Five Stars

text: Item as described, fast shipping.


title: Used cd's are great!

text: Cd in good condition and arrived in a timely manner.  Wore out the cassette and so glad I<br /> found it on a cd.


title: Good teaching CD

text: Now quite what I expected, but a nice teaching singing CD


title: Beautiful and Inspiring

text: This album has been the literal soundtrack of the Technomadia YouTube channel since we launched over a decade ago. Such heartfelt music.


title: Amazing early work!

text: Fantastic live album, complete with some of his best songs to date, riffing on the audience, and the most heartfelt version of Breakdown Now and All Over Now, and my favorite versions of those songs by far!


title: This is really great!

text: Needless to say Lionel does not disappoint!  I’ve listened to it daily since it arrived!  It’s soothing actually.

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title: Love Amazon for music!

text: Love this CD.  Arrived on time.  Great product and service.


title: I WANT TO LISTEN TO MY CD FOR CHRISTMAS not AFTER cHRISTMAS

text: ALL OF MY ORDERS WERE LATE. HOLADAY IS NOT A HAPPY ONE


title: Great Music and Album

text: A great Album...Nana is and always was, one of a kind...The musicians that accompanied her in all her concerts and appearances, the Athenians...a great group...You won't hear a voice or group like that as we did back in the 60's and 70's...


title: ONE OF ELTONS FINEST!

text: THE ALBUM WAS GREAT!


title: Great sound from one of the best Christian singers ever

text:
While I love 95% of these songs, I probably would've chosen about 5 different songs for an Ultimate of Susan Ashton. I would've preferred Benediction, In My Father's Hands, Better Angels Of Our Nature, Body and Soul, and Agree To Disagree over some selections. But I love that there are songs from each of Susan's albums, including Along The Road that she did with Margaret Becker and Christine Dante.

However, the sound on these songs is crisp, clear, and at an amazing volume. Susan sounds amazing as always. There is no one who can match  her voice or singing style. It's just incredible.

Here is the song selection:
Disc 1: 1. Here in my Heart, 2. Down on my Knees, 3. Ball & Chain, 4. No One Knows My Heart, 5. Hide and Seek, 6. In Amazing Grace Land, 7. Grand Canyon, 8. Waiting For Your Love To Come Down, 9. Remember Not, 10. Summer Solstice, 11. Walk On By, 12. Love Will Be Our Home
Disc 2: 1. Crooked Man, 2. I Will Follow, 3. All Kinds Of People, 4. There Is a Line, 5. No Remedy for Love, 6. You Move Me, 7. Walk On, 8. Beyond Justice to Mercy, 9. Song of Reconciliation, 10. Hunger and Thirst, 11. Stand, 12. A Rose is a Rose


title: Finally I have this on cd

text:
I have waited so long to get this on cd. All the songs that appeared on the MTV Unplugged special back in 1993 appear on here. There's even a bonus track.

The only complaint I would have is that a couple of times the transition of applause doesn't flow completely from one track to the next. But the music and the vocals are all recorded very well. Not sure whether this has been remastered (probably not) but the sound is still very good.

Nice memories of when the band was about to become at their best. Recorded right before the release of Purple. I'll also add that I much prefer this stripped down version of Plush than the one that was recorded later and was heard all over the radio and is included in their hits package from a few years ago.


title: Tremendous concert

text: If you were ever lucky enough to see them in concert this is a souvenir of that occasion. They do the entire Aja album and the turn around and do the entire Royal Scam album. They fill the left over spaces with some greatest hits cuts. This couldn’t be finer! The band and backup singers are in top form.


title: Great recording quality

text: Taken from his solo tour a number of years ago. It also includes some Steely Dan cuts. Very good length and includes the full concert.


title: Decent recording

text: As a big fan of Toto it is nice to have this live recording available.  Recorded for a radio show it is pretty well done.  The length of the concert is a big plus. Since the concert is in Japan the band really goes all out to please the fanatical followers.


title: Great collection!

text: The best of ABC all on this 2 disc collection.  If you like them and want their better stuff all in one collection; this is for you.


title: Fantastic collection of more than a one hit wonder band!

text: For fans of this band you could not ask for more.  It must contain everything that the Ides ever released.  The set contains 4 CDs and 1 DVD of a live performance and some old vintage clips from back in the day. The CDs start with some of their most current recordings and then goes back to their earliest recordings, prior to horns, and works it's way up chronologically to newer recordings.  I thought it was really cool listening to the progress of this band as they developed.  As someone who doesn't live in Chicago this was all new to me.  Disc 2 contains the most recognized cuts and brings back many memories.  I enjoyed every disc and there is even a cut about the Chicago Cubs maybe having their year!  The box set was autographed and numbered as a bonus.  The CDs average over 75 minutes in length.  I bought this set sight unseen not knowing what was on it and I have not been disappointed.  I loveit!


title: Great Songs

text: I love the songs on this CD. They are all beautiful songs and Keith is such a gifted singer. I wish I could purchase them for my iPod. I hghly recommend this CD.


title: Nice album cover

text: Someday I'll open this package and play the CD, the one I got before the song I wanted wouldn't play well.  I hope this one does better.


title: De gran adoracion.

text: Alabanza al Señor.


title: GOOD PRODUCT & SERVICE

text: GOOD PRODUCT & SERVICE


title: Highly Recommend!

text:
Very nice release and easy to listen to (over and over again).  I also recommend his CAFE CARLYLE SESSIONS CD.

Take Me As I Am takes me back to his first two releases.  If you're a fan of Cross, I highly recommend it.


title: Lloovvvve It

text: I’m SO excited about this cd I LOVE Jeff Fenholt music and voice, an icon and beautiful soul!! RIP dear friend Much Love!! Excellent seller, arrived so Fast THANK YOU!:)


title: I would highly recommend this CD

text: Morton Gould was unique with his musical arrangements and these are gorgeous throughout. I would highly recommend this CD.<br />Diana


title: -10

text:
The Cd jewel Case had a dig and hole on the back of the Jewel Case.  The Cd holder on the inside was damaged and flat.  The disc fell out of the case and could not be used. I suggest you do not ustilize this vendor.
D Herbek
Bluffton, SC


This Sam Smith CD is the best


title: For musical theater/cabaret junkies! Love it!

text:
I adore Amanda McBroom as a lyricist and a singer/actress.  The music to these songs was written by Joel Silberman; Michele Brourman wrote only one of them.

The concept of this show is great.  For those musical theater/cabaret junkies looking for some great material that is off the beaten path... this is a treat, I'm grateful to have found in on the marketplace.

Yes, it is a flawed show in spots - but well worth the listen and money.  Some great songs.


title: The Wanamaker organ shines

text: High quality historical recordings.


title: Kohler Water Spa CD

text: I bought this to replace one that I had purchased at the American Club Spa several years ago. It is the most relaxing music I have heard to date. I play it every night when I fall asleep.


title: keeping me young

text: Neostrata AHA-15 is the best face cream designed to reduce the look of fine wrinkels. I have used this product for more than ten years and instead of having dermabrasion or peels, I use this product instead. And it is a better value than the designer labels.


title: Terrific

text: I love BB King and the collaboration with other artists is terrific


title: Awesome

text: Brought back many memories.  Loved the 3 disk set.


title: Best of Lionel Richie

text: I love to listen to Lionel Richie sing -- so smooth. Some of these songs go way back.


title: Four Stars

text: A birthday gift my husband is enjoying.


title: Mellow Cd

text: I love listening to this cd in traffic.  For your information, this cd arrived promptly!  Please fix the late delivery, problem with the order sign immediately! Thank you.  A satisfied customer!


title: Excellent Buffett collection

text: All songs are memorable to me (paroit head)


title: Great Gift!

text: I bought this as a gift for my sister and she absolutely loved it. It came in great condition and plays well.


title: Great, great young man!!!

text: I’d give him 10 stars if I could. Been a long time waiting for a nice young man singing western gospel. He has a sound that warms your heat.


title: Five Stars

text: THANK YOU


title: Five Stars

text: Great music. Good dollar value.


title: WOW

text: This is a must fan for Aegis fans around the world.  They have a nice variety of new and older songs on this and none of the songs are groaners.  All are VERY good, put together and incredible.  A+++++++


title: Five Stars

text: great LP by a great band!!!


title: Love it keep it in the car and listen every ...

text: Love it  keep it in the car and listen every day


title: came in broken

text: everything was in it but the box came in broken... really disappointed.

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title: Cute and Memorable!

text:
I remembered these songs from when I was a kid. I memorized my phone number, learned how to get help when I was lost, and learned what to say to drugs all from this music. I wasn't sure if rose-tinted memories made me overly nostalgic, but decided to download the digital version of all three CDs and workbooks from Brite Music; "Personal Safety," "Play it Smart" (about drugs,) and "Protect Their Minds." Within just a couple of listens, my five- and two-year-old kids were singing along.

This is a great way to teach kids how to be safe in a way that they like and understand. It has also opened up great dialogue with my kids about bullies and other problems. I highly recommend it.


title: Interesting find!

text:
I just found this at a record shop and I wanted to get it, mostly because of the cover art. I just like these random compilations made by coffee shops, retail shops and in this case, airlines. I doubt these kinds of CDs will be made again because of the digital age. But no matter how corporate these compilations may seem, I like the packaging.

So the artwork is very reminiscent of Sinatra's Come Fly With Me. It feels like an old advertisement for an airline. I guess that's the intrigue about the artwork since flying on an airplane has so much hassle that goes with it these days when decades ago, flying was less painful.

There are 9 tracks on this album, each from the Capitol and Reprise years. Personally, I enjoy the Capitol sides the most, which are all pulled from Come Fly With Me. Since this was given to United Airline passengers, the songs chosen are all based on cities in North America. The compilation features a rare track, "I Left My Heart In San Fransisco" and a song from Sinatra's last album, L.A. Is My Lady. These inclusions are a nice touch. However, I feel that there could have been a little bit more on this disc. Personally, I like "Chicago" more than "My Kind of Town" for a song about Chicago. I also feel like they could have included "Moonlight in Vermont" and "Blue Hawaii", which are both from Come Fly With Me. These two songs work for the "American trip" theme. On the other hand, I felt that including the Reprise track "New York, New York" was a good replacement for the Capitol track "Autumn in New York". I'm not upset that the songs about other locations outside of the U.S. weren't included because after all, this was a compilation by United, an American/Domestic airline. One track I could have really done without is "The House I Live In". This was sung by Sinatra during his Columbia years and was a hit. But it's just too patriotic for me, as if other places in the world don't matter or are not as good. But overall, great compilation. I gave this 3 stars because of the good selection of tracks as well as the bad ones. The artwork itself gets a star. Also, the fact that Capitol and Reprise tracks are included together is a plus. The last track, "Rhapsody In Blue" by George Gershwin, is a 44 second instrumental. But this was a clever way to end the disc, creating a sort of pleasant, atmospheric mood to returning from a trip.

I'm not sure how rare this cd is because it was distributed in 2000. But it's a nice and strange little collection for Sinatra fans.


title: Beautiful Record!

text:
Note for people who want the music from this album:

Don't pay so much for this cd on amazon! With modern technology, you can just get the vinyl and convert it to mp3. I bought this cd off eBay for $30 from an auction and its a Japanese import and it sounds like it was converted to mp3 from a vinyl. Also if you can't find the vinyl, the exact same album has also been released under a different title Try a Little Tenderness, which is available only on vinyl but it's cheap.

Unfortunately, this cd is not widely available and people are selling it on amazon for money that's better spent elsewhere. I'm not sure why this cd is not available. The ones sold on amazon are all Japanese editions. The one I got is also Japanese and it honestly sounds like it needs to be remastered. Sammy's catalog needs to be reissued and remastered, just like the new Sinatra CDs. Decca needs to revive this man's music!

Now for the music. This is Sammy's first output with only a guitar accompaniment. He recorded another one later in the 60s with Brazilian guitarist Laurindo Almeida. The guitar played on that cd is acoustic, whereas Mood To Be Wooed features an electric guitar played by Mundell Lowe. Both CDs are really hard to find and both are amazing. Sammy's music is usually loud and swingin! Rarely did he record such ballad based albums as these two. Every track is a delight, especially "Bewitched", which can be found on Sammy's Yes I Can box set. This music is wonderful for people who love 50s music and like to listen to albums such as Chet Baker's Embraceable You, Johnny Mathis's Open Fire, Two Guitars, Julie London's Julie Is Her Name, or Sinatra's work with Jobim. It's perfect for any occasion, but then again, you have to search hard for this cd. Decca seriously needs to reissue this wonderful album!!


title: A rare find for serious Sammy fans!


title: Lovely

text: Great record! Arrived in really great shape as described by the seller. Very satisfied with this purchase.


This dvd is everything I wanted and expected. Excellent content and pristine condition.


title: ... 'listen' to this book again because of John Lee's excellent narration.

text: I will 'listen' to this book again because of John Lee's excellent narration.


title: Five Stars

text: Good quality CD set.  Came in quicky


title: yeh

text: It was a smash hit for the money. I loved it and would buy more from this company. don't hesitate!


title: Depeche Mode Greatest Hits

text: Great CD with numerous Depeche Mode hits (2 disks), but wouldn't play in my vehicle. I ripped it to ITunes and burned a copy, which generally works, but didn't. When ripping it to Windows Media Player a similar version couldn't be found online, so the track listings were all in correct. I had to type in the name of each track off the CD cover. The inside of the jacket fell apart. Looks to be an Eastern European Production as denoted by the writing on the outside of the CD cover. Good luck if you buy it.


title: Four Stars

text: my great grandson enjoys this.


title: Two Stars

text: It's ok


title: Great singer

text: Another nice collection of her songs


title: Good album

text: Another great album by a great singer


title: Five Stars

text: Very talented lady


title: Great album

text: One of his best!


title: Five Stars

text: love it no problems and fast shipping


title: I'm satisfied.

text: Looked for years for this recording. I'm satisfied.


title: Great Music

text: Great dance music.


title: Five Stars

text: Paulino is helplessly romantic


title: Master piece!!!  So many beautiful hymns

text:
This is Amazing Grace!!  These traditional hymns are done so awesomely you will feel that you are  in Church , however you can have that wonderful communion any time

Never gets old, always relaxing and
Encouraging, this is a treasure!!


title: Five Stars

text: Pleasant and very relaxing!


title: A great CD.

text: This is a Christmas present for my granddaughter.


title: LOVE THIS CD - ALL THE GREATEST HITS

text: EXCELLENT - PLEASED WITH PURCHASE


title: perfect

text: i was worried this might somehow be a knock off (and i’m no expert) but it wasn’t! still wrapped in plastic and had the photo card inside


title: Never Say Die: Complete Final Concert

text: Excellent. I'm a Waylon Jennings fan from way back (his beginning).  He can sing Mary Had a Little Lamb and Jingle Bells and it would be excellent.  I love his voice.  The concert CD was such a unexpected bonus.  I've watched it and plan to watch it again.  It's when he's older and sicker; however, he never disappoints!!!


title: Only one good song

text: Only one good song


title: Amazing! My friend was please

text: Amazing ! My friend was please !


title: Perfect

text: Love this album


title: Great Car Music

text: I loved listening to this CD in my car. All the tracks are upbeat and makes you want to dance! I just wish her song with Enrique was on here!


title: Five Stars

text: good music


title: Surprised!

text: I have to admit that I was a little skeptical with the price being so low, but it came in and was in excellent condition and the cd works great! Would definitely recommend.


title: What's with the weird/annoying noises in the mix??!

text:
I'm a fan of the band - their live show is fantastic and I have a lot of respect for their talent and musicianship. This album is good, but it lacks something that their previous work had...and I can't put my finger on it. Also, it seems like they started the writing process for many of the tracks by creating drum loops. A few of the tracks (mostly the singles) have VERY annoying and distracting sounds mixed in as part of the beat pattern. I get that it's an attempt to tap into the tribal aspect of their music, but honestly...it doesn't fit like they might have thought it would, and it takes away from the overall beat. It's hard to think about anything else but the next time that annoying sound is going to be heard. Hearing it on the album vs when I heard it on youtube (when they first released the "I Bet My Life" single), it sounds almost like they brought it down in the mix to correct it, but that could just be a trick of the mind as I try to adjust to it. I'm guessing that it maybe was something that a producer suggested/pushed, or maybe it was just something experimental. I'm glad they didn't do it on every track.

Having said that, I'm glad we got the Deluxe version because some of the bonus tracks are actually my favorites on the album.

I really want to like this album more than I actually do...but will give it a few more listens. Some albums are like that...you have to let them grow on you before you really appreciate them. I'm hoping this is one of them.


title: The new security blanket for the restless...

text:
I grew up in the Midwest for the most part, but also lived in Orlando, FL for a few years and as a result of the combination of the two, I learned to love a good T-Storm. About 8 years ago, I was living up in the Pacific Northwest for a couple years and despite all the rain that place gets, there just didn't seem to be much thunder/lightning. I was specifically looking for a good thunderstorm CD because I really missed the sound.

I found this CD at one of those push-button CD stands where you get to hear a bunch of different samples of music by pushing on one of the little CD cover pictures.  It was the best $10 I'd spend in a very long time.  WELL worth it.  NO music, NO cheesy sound effects.  Just good ol' natural Thunderstorm and rain.

I was listening to this CD when I met my wife and now we listen to it just about every night...put the surround system on repeat, 2 hour sleep mode...

...the only thing I'd say is kinda weird is that about 42 minutes in, there's a HUGE clap of thunder out of nowhere that wakes me up sometimes, but I immediately go back to sleep.


title: Big Band music

text: Nice recordings of the Big Band sound.


title: Five Stars

text: Beautiful and relaxing music.


title: A very intimate worship album that’s uplifting.

text: Great music from a very talented couple. We enjoy their participation in the Bethel worship team and are happy to have this addition to our music library.


title: Eydie Gorem & El Trio Los Pancho ARE Boleros ¡Punto y final!

text: This re-lease of Eydei Gorme y El Trio Los Panchos is a MUST in ANY Spanish-language music collection. The four a viruosos at singing classic Spanish-language boleros a music that is danced to the most romantic lyrics in the Spanish=language.  They are the pinnacle of boleros performers. NO one can sing a bolero like Eydie Gorma Y El Trio Los Panchos. One simply ascends to heave with their vocals. They are simply the BEST!


title: ¡Arriba Sasha, Benny y Erik!

text: Outstanding music! Outstanding showmanship! The best of Mexico!


title: Excellent Collection!

text: It's Russ Taff, what more can I say?! I grew up listening to Russ, and the Imperials. This amazing man with his soulful voice has blessed me, and so many others through his music ministry over the years. No matter where I was in my life, I would find myself singing, or humming, Walls of Glass, of Water Grave (My favorite, and was sadly not on this album), and the Trumpet of Jesus. WOW! This album brought back so many memories of my childhood, and how many times the songs and lyrics reminded me of God, to whom I belonged. I'm so glad to have found this compilation, and I thank God and ask God to bless Russ with a long, healthy, music filled life.


title: Stunning!

text:
Louie Giglio shows us how big is this God we serve; and more imporant than that, how much He loves us.  When we sometimes question whether God really understands what we're going through, whether he cares, and can He do something about it, Louie shows us through science and scripture just how involved God is in our circumstances.

Part of the 3-part series, I encourage everyone to get "Indescribable", "How Great Is Our God", and "Hope".  When you know how much God loves you, you never look at your circumstances in the same way again.  This series is for every person, regardless of how long they've known God...or if they've avoided Him all their lives.


The music of Richard Rodgers was included from both his partners of Hammerstein and Hart. These are classics sung in wonderful voice and style of Julie Andrews. She was at her best here. Her voice is a little lower and a little fuller than when she did Mary Poppins. This was shortly before she had the surgery that ended her singing career. It's bitter sweet to remember that she was going to do albums of Gershwin, Sondheim, etc. but these were never able to be made. This album, though, is a treasure.


title: Keep On Rocking

text: Maneskin continues to impress with this album.


title: Five Stars

text: Awesome disc and transaction. Thanks.


title: Entertaining...

text: I bought this cd and at first thought it was going to be 2 cds..but I was suprised when it was just one. Even Though it was just one it still is worth listening to. I would recommend this to any Bob and Tom fan and to the collector's of their albums. I have been collecting them for awhile now and have not been disappointed. So in conclusion I would say to anyone who likes bob and tom please check this new album out.


title: Five Stars

text: Greatest cd ever. Quality Sonics.


title: Heartwarming Gospel Music

text: This is a very good selection of inspirational music.  Love it.


title: A Great way to buy their entire back catalog of albums in one package.

text: As the headline reads its a great way to be able to get their entire back catalog of albums for those who really love The Doobie Brothers.....


title: Great 5 CD Retrospective of her career in music....

text: I love this 5 CD set and you will too.. It covers her entire career in music..


title: Great 3 CD Boxset of Doo-wop

text: Great 3 CD set sure to bring back memories. It sure did for me...


title: Great!!! 3 CD Box set.  Great retrospective of music

text: I love this 3 CD box set comes with a booklet inside with a little history in it. Roughly 40 tracks sure to bring back memories playing...


title: Great 4 CD Box set overview retrospective of jazz

text: Each CD runs over 70 plus music per disc. A great box set for the money. Well mastered sound wise


title: Five Stars

text: wonderful music


title: FAN TAS TIC !

text: If you are any kind fan of Lovecraft , real horror , or old time radio adventures you need to buy this yesterday ! These are very well done & entertaining . If you buy the real cd & not just download you get extras as in props newspaper clippings & such .


title: Review

text: Excellent stimulation music for the brain. Makes you smarter before a test!


title: mental management for shooting sports

text:
[[ASIN:B00313L5YS Mental Management for Shooting Sports]]

  This course is recommended by many champions in many types of shooting. I would recommend it as it helps the shooter mentally prepare and practice. It instructs most importantly on focus before during and after a match. It also helps with setting a schedule to improve your skills.


title: Metal God rocks!

text: I purchased this item & all my music from Amazon, they are the best. I loved this cd, it is Halford at his best, the pricing is always great, & delivery was prompt as always! I recommend Amazon to all my friends for their music purchases!


title: Get Up and Dance!

text: We were in a club in Boston over the weekend till closing time. Seems there wasn't many people on the floor when we arrived. Asked the DJ to play the "Wild, Wild West" Smash club remix, and it seemed like  "Marcarena" fever all over a again. With the exception of the  staff, everyone rushed the dance floor. The rhythms are excellent as is the  CD. Four stars all the way! :)


title: Five Stars

text: i love her


title: great band!!!!

text: good hard rockin tunes no lame songs here,the opposite of white lion! carl candeys drumming is worth the price of this album!


title: great albums except peters picture discs are killer, my set is from russia with russian writing on packages

text: i remember when these came out what a fun time to be a kid, this was the opposite to the village people and all the other horrible disco crap that was out at the time, ace is my favorite gene and pauls have some good songs on them peters is ok if youre a fan of kiss before they had 2 phonies dressed as ace and peter then i would recomend these albums!


title: incredible blues!

text: ive seen zack countless times,hes a true musician,no attitude or ego but a great guitar player,if you like bands that actualy play instruments instead of scratching records or sounding like dr. seuss with a beat then check this guy out!


title: Five Stars

text: Can't beat it.


title: The best kids music

text: My kids are grown and in their 40’s and I still find myself singing the melodies to songs from this album. Precious memories, beloved music.


title: Beautiful music

text: I enjoy piano music, so I really like this CD.


title: Wonderful Christmas Music

text: I have really missed my Reader's Digest vinyl album. I was so happy when I saw this cd.


title: Love it!

text: Love it!


title: What a RIDE.....

text:
What a great book to listen to. The narrator did such a wonderful job telling the story that I wanted to ride around the block just to have an excuse to continue the story.

The book grabs you from the end of the first chapter and doesn't let you go until the end of the book.

I first read Beach Road by James Patterson and enjoyed it so much, that I got Beach House next.  They do not have anything in-common with each other, other than the location of where the story happens. So you can read or listen in any order you choose. What a ride!


title: Good for going nighty-night.

text: Very nice to drift off to sleep listening to this CD.  No problems with CD, no scratches and plays just fine.


title: Awesome music

text: Soothing music. Wonderful to listen to.


title: Purchase this, you will not be sorry

text: A truly wonderful recording especially the Misa Flamenca.


title: Five Stars

text: Bought this for my mom at Christmas, she loves it.


title: Five Stars

text: Thank you.  I am enjoying the music


title: Quick delivery

text: Purchased this for my Mom, the CD was good quality and arrived quickly.


title: Disappointing for the price.

text: I was very disappointed to learn when I received this CD that it only contained a few tracks. It's more like a sampler or CD single. It would have helped immensely if the track listing had been included in the description, especially for the price being charged. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with the music itself and I love the various CD's put out by Ringo with his All-Starr bands. I even had the pleasure of seeing them live twice. What was disappointing was I thought this had songs not already in my collection and it didn't. Next time I'll stay away from CD's with no track listing in the description.


title: A little of this, that, and the other thing--it's a mess

text: I liked a few tracks on this CD, especially the guitar instrumentals. The instrumentals by Agent Orange are always  a treat, and their "Get Smart" is magnificent. "Out of Limits" as played by Laika & Cosmonauts is also played nicely (but very straightforwardly)--but it is NOT the theme to any TV show. There was a TV show called "The Outer Limits" but its theme was not "Out of Limits."  Amusingly, Agent Orange also recorded "Out of Limits" (not included on this CD) and it is easily my favorite version of this song. I did not care for most of the songs on this CD.


title: A sure winner

text: Any Windham album is a sure winner.


title: Great Christian music to listen to when you are reading your bible

text: SUPERIDO PRODUCTO


title: Awesome CD. So glad they had it

text: Awesome CD.  So glad they had it.  Perfectly satisfied.


title: Must have cd

text: This is highly recommended CD for the spiritually inclined


title: Great Collection

text: I look at a lot of music collections.  I usually find at least one or two songs in a good collection that I don't like.  I like all 16 songs in this collection.  If you are into pop rock then this is a great collection.  Some big names.  Michael Jackson who is hot right now has two songs.  Say Say Say with Paul McCartney is better than I remembered.


title: Cannot use because of not enough tiles!

text: Not enough tiles for the words


title: A GREAT AND JOYFUL WAY TO START YOUR DAY!!

text:
Steve is an amazing human. After spending 3 days of fellowship at our parish, I walked away w/3 of his CD's, this one being my "go to" on the morning commute.
His music and fellowship fills you with so much Holy Spirit that nothing during the day can bring you down!
So much better than double espresso latte!


title: Five Stars

text: Satisfied


title: Five Stars

text: Well worth it


title: Great addition to your vinyl collection

text: My kid learned about the Beatles from the Chipmunks singing their songs.  Surprised my kid for her 18th..she was so touched!! Plays great..she is a vinyl collector.


title: Okay

text: Okay listening music but some of the versions were not as good as expected.  The Cole Porter movie was much better.


title: What mile markers are left on the road aren't very ...

text: What mile markers are left on the road aren't very helpful, but every time I need a Maui fix I put it in my CD player and get that old feeling.


title: Five Stars

text: Love it! From the heart ❤


title: Great!

text: Wonderful to find it.


title: Your young one will love these songs

text: I highly recommend this CD.  My grandson just loves to listen to the songs, and has learned all of the words.  I like it because the people who sing the songs have lovely voices, unlike some of these other CD's who use vocalists who should never sing anything, not matter what type of song!


title: Best Christmas Instrumental Ever

text: This cd is so nostalgic for me. It's one of those promo/gift items that businesses give out around the holidays (I think the original one we had was from a realtor friend), but I don't understand why it's not sold or streamed elsewhere... It SO embodies the Spirit and joy of Christmas. You can't listen to this album and not feel like a kid again. It's truly my most favorite Christmas album.


title: A must for the true Led Zeppelin fan!

text: I finally got to hear sick again live! Has good sound. Not great or excellent but at least good. Very pleased non the less !!!!


A good recording but is NOT a green vinyl album. Is however a multi collared album. Nice to have for my collection!


title: Three Stars

text: A bootleg album with mostly audience sounds with band playing off in the distance. Not worth the money!


title: One Star

text: Not what I expected. I would not use this music.


title: Lisa should be a Super Star!

text: I was a member at St. Andrews Church during the period in which she made this CD. While I am not a huge music fan this entire CD became one of my all time favorites playing it in the car for my kids and throughout our home. Despite the years it is still one of my favorites and I hope Lisa produces again someday.


title: Five Stars

text: Brings back old memories.  Thanks.


I am a big fan of Vitas. I have several other CDs of his music. I mainly ordered this one to get the song Prasti Rodnaya, which may be my most favorite Vitas song. However, from the remaining songs, I liked only 4 or 5. 'Autumn leaves' appears twice on the CD, and I do like that song, but I might have preferred to hear Prasti Rodnaya again. Rest of the songs were just OK. I don't regret buying the CD but I was just a little disappointed in majority of the songs.


title: Good Times: Disc 1

text:
This is a compilation featuring previously released music and a few extras.

Media Contents:
Good Times : Disc 1 : Early Times (2001-2007)
01 - Steppers Delight
02 - Zetsunen Entertainment
03 - Beibe Paradise
04 - Blue Be Bop
05 - Joint
06 - Time To Go
07 - Dandelion
08 - Galaxy
09 - Super Shooter
10 - Tasogare Surround
11 - Rock It
12 - Hot Chocolate
13 - Funkastic Battle (Rip Slyme vs Hotei)
14 - To Quruli Lovi
15 - Blow
16 - ING

Good Times : Disc 2 : Modern Times (2007-2010)
01 - Scar
02 - Nettaiya
03 - One (Christmas Classic Version)
04 - Speed King
05 - NP
06 - Bubble Trouble
07 - Tales
08 - Remember (featuring Mongol 800)
09 - Sunshine Bikini
10 - Love And Hate
11 - Stairs
12 - Good Day
13 - Journey
14 - Wish Upon A Star
15 - Mata Au Hi Made (Tomita-style)
16 - Good Times

Good Times : Disc 3 : Special Movie (DVD)
01 - Good Times (Music Video Mix)
02 - Beauty Focus

Miscellaneous Contents:
- A square Good Times postcard.
- 20 Page booklet with lyrics.
- Sticker sheet of all five characterized band members.
- Sticker of a Dance Floor pass.
- 2 promotional papers. One of the papers advertises a free digital download that has already expired.
- A 14x20 inch 2-sided poster. One side has all of the album and singles covers. The other side has a lot of photographs of the band members.

Videos:
Good Times video mix is 16 minutes long. It is not broken into chapters so it's not easy to break it up into individual video files. It contains short breaks from several songs: Nettaiya, Sunshine Bikini, Good Day, Lovi, Blow, Funkastic Battle, Speed King, Hot Chocolate, and Stairs. It has about one verse from each song. The visuals are from the professional music videos they've released. This video is very reminiscent of the video collection 'Ongaku NO Susume' they made for HALCALI a long time ago.

Beauty Focus video is 4 minutes long. It is an edited photograph mix of the band members on vacation with 'Beauty Focus' playing in the background. This is the professional released music video for this song.

Music:
I'm a pretty big fan but I've never heard the song 'Scar' or the Tomita-style version of 'Mata Au Hi Made' before. Besides those two tracks, I know that everything else can be obtained on standard album and singles releases.


title: Three Stars

text: This is not Sage Francis. He was not involved with this at all. Luckily, Amazon let me return it.


title: MISS HIS STYLE OF MUSIC

text: A NOTHER VIC OF THE VIRUS


title: Love this show!

text: I loved this show. It was a big part of my life back in the 80's just running home and watching it with my friends after school. I have this album which was a birthday present from my Dad who is gone now....it still means so much to me!


title: Canadian Rock Rules!

text: One of the best produced 80's rock album to come out of Canada, if you can find a copy.


title: Five Stars

text: Good Cd and a great price.


title: A little problem with the sequence of songs

text:
I purchased this collection of Adam Wade's best songs because part of the collection is a replica of Wade's first album, "And Then Came Adam," which I've had on vinyl (!) since the 1960s. The problem with this CD is NOT the quality of the music itself but the order in which the various songs are listed on the front and back covers of the jewel case - only two were in their correct order. Luckily, I knew the songs so that, when I ripped the CD to my PC's music library, I was able to edit the song titles and put them in their proper order . . . something that took about an hour to accomplish. So, if you love Adam Wade's voice and don't mind spending an hour or so, correcting the titles, you'll love this album. I must say that, once I got everything in its proper place, I LOVE this CD, filled with songs that bring back my last days of high school and first years of college.

Wade was/is a highly talented singer whose vocal career never took off as it should have, thanks to the "British Invasion" and other, well-known male singers like Nat "King" Cole and Johnny Mathis, who were successes before Wade came on the music scene. But just listen to a sample of ANY of his songs  and you'll understand why I kept this CD and took the trouble to correct its sequence of songs.


title: At last! Found it!

text: This album came out in the '80s and was quickly taken off the market. I hunted everywhere and finally found it available from a 3rd-party seller on Amazon.com. At last, I have my own copy of "Back in the Maze with Lazy Nina" - a jazzy number I've spent a decade or so trying to locate. Although the CD was reproduced in Japan and sent to me via Thailand, it arrived quickly - in perfect condition - and was well worth the $50+ I spent. If you're an R&B/jazz aficionado, this one's for YOU!


title: love it

text: love his singing


title: Boring

text: So same, same, same. Boring repetitive, unoriginal, dead.


title: Essential?  Not really...

text: Alright, the "star" rating is not based on the music found on this collection.  The music is mostly first rate, but it's a rather lackluster collection.  If you are beginning your exploration into the music of Sandy Denny or you are simply looking for a first rate best-of collection, start with "No More Sad Refrains," which is a 2-disc set which covers her entire professional career, including key tracks from Fairport Convention.  It's a far, far better collection than this ramshackle, unessential collection.  Two stars for false representation.  Sandy deserves better.


title: Believing the impossible

text: Believers believing the impossible is not as common as we would think we are supposed to take dominion but we don't know how<br />This cd plants some deep seeds


title: Einheit/Haage at their Best

text:
This is the best of what I've heard out of the collaborations that Haage and Einheit have done.  For anyone familiar with the other output of theirs, you may hear some reused (or otherwise later to be used) material/samples, but that is just about where it ends with the similarities.  The tracks on other releases like Radio Inferno, and Odyseuss are less expansive and less cohesive as albums.  There is a perfect balance of complex beauty and primitive harshness on STEINZEIT.

On this album you'll hear climactic loops of classical music effected and reinstated as a whole other animal, interlaced with any number of crashing, crumbling, and cascading sounds from the various found metal objects, (presumably) boxes of nails, rocks, and thundering percussion.  When thinking about how this album's been written, it's obvious that classical music and musique concrete are perspectives treated with equal merit. As a result, there's some really dynamic interplay between those approaches in an almost seamless fashion.

About half-way through the album, there's an abrupt rendition of Brecht/Weill's "Mr. Smith" as interpreted by Nina Simone, with the soft, child-like vocals of Katharina Franck.

That seems to be where the conventional listenability starts to dissipate.  In the last 16 minute track, you'll hear a medley of lots of elements that were only latent before: more sampling of people talking/laughing, more keyboard, and some programmed industrial beats, among other things. "Anna Fierling genannt Courage" is 7 parts.  While some other pieces on this CD have many parts, this one's portions don't mesh well together, and are probably best looked at as several separate tracks from eachother.  The ending seems kind of abrupt.  At present time Amazon lists it at 60 minutes, but it is actually 40 unless I've been duped.  However, for those that are interested in entertaining a more visceral excursion in pseudo-classical format, there's no need to look any further.


title: Remastered? Really?

text: I got this because I wanted a remastered version of the album. However, the sound on my original copy is actually better than this Deluxe version. My review here in no way reflects on the album -- which, of course, is a classic -- but it does represent my disappointment in the remastering. Beware if that's your reason for buying.

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title: Five Stars

text: my wife loves it. ordered second for a friend


title: One of the Great Interpreters of Lyric and Melody

text: Steve Allen had a stable of artist like: Tom Poston, Bill Dana, Don Notts, Louie Nye, Steve and Edie and Jennie Smith to name a few.  Not being able to read music Steve would record his melodies and Donn Trenner would put them to score paper and write arrangements for his gems.  Why Steve didn't put himself out there as a major tunesmith is beyond me.  Any of these melodies and lyrics could easily hold up to an Alec Wilder, Sammy Cahn, Matt Dennis or  Cy Colman composition. With the exception of one tune, Spring in Maine with a Carolyn Leigh lyric the rest are all Steve's, words and music.  Donn Trenner tells me he arranged these for 3 ensembles:  a trio, trombone choir, and full orchestra and I guarantee you're going to listen to this recording time and time again. Steve was a genius and song writing was just another creative outlet. This is one of my favorite recordings as I listen and sing to it in the car. Jennie Smith shines throughout with a crystal clear voice, impeccable intonation and an intuitive knack for selling a lyric.  Paul Broadnax a legendary singer/piano player in the Boston area says "...she reminds me of a furry little kitten," and wouldn't you know it the album cover has her with just that. If you can get this project by all means do.


title: Best of the Best for Country Gold

text: Thoroughly enjoy listening to the older generation of country singers that I grew up listening to, which was my parent's generation.  All of the songs are great hits of yesteryear.  Received in great condition.  I would recommend this product and this seller to others.


title: Pleasing and Comforting to the ear!

text: Beautiful Sound!


title: Amazon is great.

text: I love this collection. Number of songs I have not heard in years. Amazon does it again. Fast delivery and great bargain.


title: Excellent CD

text: Excellent CD and value for the price


title: Excellent CD that contains a surprising variety.

text: Excellent CD by Ed Sheran, that contains a surprising variety of different music types from slow romantic, rap, to techno jazzy.


title: An oldie winner

text: The Thomists in the band now are a lot fewer than the 1917 cover. I wonder what they played back in 1917? The 2017 version is a winner for oldtime favorites.


title: Fantastic product

text: I am learning the content to sing with our grandchildren. Excellent!


title: Good taste of music!

text: I love this CD and the singer Andrea Bochelli.


title: Quality

text: Everything was great


title: MOSTLY BOR ING !!

text: ONLY LIKED A COUPLE OF THESESONGS.  THE ALBUMN BORED ME.  WOULD NOT SUGGEST TO ANYONE.


title: Great Kenny Rogers Collection of some of his best songs and my favorites!

text: Great Kenny Rogers Collection! It is so sad that he left us way too soon but through great collections like this, his music can live on and on. So thankful for this set!


title: Granddaughter loved it

text: Bought as a gift for fourteen year old granddaughter she is thrilled


title: Granddaughter loved it

text: Gift for granddaughter she was thrilled


title: new Christmas music

text: Normally I don't listen to country music, but I like this CD.  I did not know any of the pieces Dolly sang.


title: Excellent French Tenor

text: Until recently I was unaware of the French tenor Alain Vanzo, so after hearing an excerpt, I decided to purchase 2 CDs of him singing.  Both are impressive in the beauty of his timbre and his musical interpretations.


title: Great value

text: Luv this guy & album


title: In wonderful condition!

text: It was used, so I was apprehensive, but it arrived in perfect condition and plays in my car CD player perfectly.


title: Good Collectable set but……

text: Great Judas Priest box vinyl set. However some of you are aware that all 3 records were put in heavy PVC sleeves that have contaminated the vinyl . These seem to play ok but even though they are not ‘oily’ they gave an ‘oil slick look!. Because the set has gone through this degradation it simply isn’t worth the price advertised. 2 stars


title: Outstanding.

text: Great product and fast delivery. Thank you.


title: Wonderful CD.

text:
This singer is from Minneapolis.
My friend gave me his CD.
I love his singing. Very soft and peaceful.
Worth buying, great price!


title: Great

text:
The cover has some wear and tear, which I like.  This is a mothers day gift for my mother. He dad used to play You Are My Sunshine on the banjo and sing it to my mom. I hope she cries lol.

Thanks for great service!


title: Great!

text: Great!


title: Not bad at all

text:
This is from the King Bisquit Flower hour recorded in 1976 around the time of No Reason to Cry
It includes
Hello old Friend
Tell the Truth
Can't Find my way home
One night
Sign language
Tell the truth
Knockin on heavens door
Badge
And Layla
This is the same group he recorded 461 Ocean Blvd with.
His band includes Jamie Oldaker, Dick Sims, George Terry, Carl Radle, Eyvonne Elliman and Marcie Levy.
I heard this on the radio and taped it onto an 8 track tape back in the day.
My tape got eaten shortly after that. I could not resist the chance to get it on CD after all these years.
If you are not looking for long guitar solos give this a listen.
Strictly for collectors like myself.
The sound is very good.


title: Incredible

text: I happened to run into this on youtube. I listen to Celtic music and many of their sings are sung in Irish as well as other languages. I cant speak a letter of Russian or Ukraine, which ever this may be. I tried to buy the cd but it is sold out for now, which is not a surprise. I had to settle for MP3 until it is back in stock. One of the incredible voices on the world. Do yourself a favor and check this out.


title: good but not great

text: This CD is a record of a historic concert. All three Yardbird guitarists perform on it. Steve Winwood performs as well. The recording quality is good but not great. Clapton opens the show with a strong set including.  Everybody oughta make a change, Rita Mae, Lay down Sally, Rambling on my mind. Have you ever loved a woman and Cocaine.  Steve Winwood does a set.  Not a great performance. Gimme some lovin is very good though.  Jeff Beck is outstanding. I wish he had done more songs. He sings Hi Ho Silver lining. Not a great voice but certainly a lot of fun.  Jimmy Page is good as well. He does an instrumental version of Stairway to Heaven which is interesting.  They are all on stage for the finale; Layla. I think this is the only time all three Yardbirds guitarists have played together. Any true fan should love this


title: Attention: Miss Judy

text: These are songs written by others that Nanci recorded. It won a Grammy award for Best Folk Album. Suggestion: purchase some of her music that SHE wrote!


title: one of Joni''s most brilliant works

text: Amazon buyers--please IGNORE R. Lasure's review as it makes absolutely no sense. "Hejira" (along with "Court and Spark"), is one of her finest works. Threw it in the trash? That's plain insanity!


title: Great !

text: This was better than I thought !  I like every cut on this album. A great mix of talent. A must have for fans of each of these performers.


title: Great song, but there was only one

text: Great song, but there was only one, done 3 different ways. Odd, but good.<br />Buy it if you have to have everything Mary Wilson. She is a great artist.


title: Rating of the Love Story by Taylor Swift

text:
I loved the regular mainstream version that Taylor released here (On the album) in the US but when I received these I was pleasantly surprised and just loved the really different Pop mix and it was cool to be able to hear the Digital Dog Radio mix, wow what a difference! This version is a good exerciser for your woofers!
You will love this one especially since you also get the music video as well.

I got two of these one, had only two of the songs and the other had three versions plus the video.


title: Not My Fav

text: A little disappointing. Would not be my favorite. Others however may enjoy.


title: Five Stars

text: Great, fast services


title: One Star

text: Rich Mullins. Triple Play 'Nuf said.


title: LOVE - the only collection you need

text: If you love nostalgic music at Christmas, this 3-disc setup is for you. I love it.


It’s a live version CD so if you don’t like live CD you won’t like these. The sound could be better. The music is a lot louder than the vocals.


title: I love Cory Asbury’s music

text: I love Cory Asbury’s music and have purchased some of his CD’s


title: Messiah: Bright Morning Star

text: I hate this record, do not buy this album this is the worst purchase I have ever made! I regret ever purchasing this.


title: Five Stars

text: Great!


title: Five Stars

text: Really good


title: Amazing praise and worship

text: This and volume 1 are my favorites. Both of these Catch The Fire CDs are what helped lead me to a closer relationship with God. Very powerful music.


title: very small

text: Thought it would be bigger. Disappointed.


title: It’s the King!

text: Great CD set, Love it. It’s the King, enough said!


title: rip off

text: I bought this collection knowing I had already read one of the books. But, since I really like all of the Elvis Cole books I have read and I have to drive cross country twice a year, I like to stock up on books on CD to listen to. This was not advertised as abridged editions of these books, so I feel just a little cheated. I hate abridged samples of books! I have fallen for the abridged samples a few times and it is not what I would have purchased had I known this was the case. I think Amazon should have made this point very clear when it sent out the email advertising this selection. I will have to be very careful in the future.


title: good deal

text: Very nice collection of Mrs. Audrey's songs


title: Very nice music

text: I love Enya's music. It is very relaxing.  I love to listen to it when I am driving.  I would reccomend it.


title: Johnny Mathis has been my all time love since I heard him at the Waldorf Astoria back ...

text: Johnny Mathis has been my all time love since I heard him at the Waldorf Astoria back in the 60th still feel for his music. I saw him at the Forest Hills Tennis Court with the Young  Americans in Concert in the 70th. I saw Him in Seattle in Concert, He is the greatest when it comes to Romance.


title: unbelievable sound quality and GREAT service

text: the cd is of great quality which you need when listening to Chris Isaac


title: It's okay

text: Like most CD's a couple of selections are very good, the others are just okay.  I will not recommend this product.


title: Five Stars

text: arrived as described.


title: GOOD!

text: GOOD!


title: Five Stars

text: Thank You Very Much!!


title: The early years...

text: This is a collection of early Sinatra recordings and as such suffers from the low definition-quality recordings typical of the 1940's and 50's.  Once you get past the thin sound you'll discover what a truly marvelous singer Frank was.  There's some duds here but mostly the stuff is quite good, and because many of the songs were recorded before he had his throat problems (in the late 40's as I recall) you'll find he had a greater octave and tonal range.  At the price worth having.


title: Five Stars

text: I love this singer


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