Aladár Rácz: Cimbalom

On this CD:

1. Work(s) Air tendre, arr. for cimbalon & piano
Composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully
Performed by Aladar Racz

2. Work(s) Courante, arr. for cimbalon & piano
Composed by Jean-Baptiste Lully
Performed by Aladar Racz

3. Work(s) Allemande, arr. for cimbalon & piano
Composed by John Bull
Performed by Aladar Racz

4. Work(s) Minuet, arr. for cimbalon & piano
Composed by Gottlieb Muffat
Performed by Aladar Racz

5. Sonata for keyboard in F major, K. 418 (L. 26)
Composed by Domenico Scarlatti
Performed by Aladar Racz

6. Invention for violin & keyboard No. 3 in C minor (spur. by Francesco Antonion Bonporti), BWV Anh. 175
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

7. French Suite for keyboard No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814 Sarabande
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

8. French Suite for keyboard No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814 Menuet. Trio
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

9. French Suite for keyboard No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814 Anglaise
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

10. French Suite for keyboard No. 3 in B minor, BWV 814 Gigue
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

11. Partita for solo violin No. 3 in E major, BWV 1006
Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach
Performed by Aladar Racz

Aladár Rácz: Cimbalom, Music, Johann Sebastian Bach, Francesco Antonio Bonporti, John Bull, Jean-Baptiste Lully, Gottlieb Muffat, Domenico Scarlatti, Baroque Sonata/Sonatina for Keyboard, Chamber, Chamber Music, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical, Classical Artists, Classical Music, Keyboard, Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Music, Suite/Partita for Keyboard, Unknown Genre/Unspecified Instrumentation, Violin Solo
Lifehouse
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • One of the best CD's
  • The group's best since "No Name Face"
  • A change of direction for the band
  • Catchy, simple, simply enjoyable!
  • lifehouse rocks
Lifehouse
Lifehouse
Manufacturer: Geffen Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0007PALCU
Release Date: 2005-03-22

Tracks:

  1. Come Back Down
  2. You And Me
  3. Blind
  4. All In All
  5. Better Luck Next Time
  6. Days Go By
  7. Into The Sun
  8. Undone
  9. We'll Never Know
  10. Walking Away
  11. Chapter One
  12. The End Has Only Begun

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars One of the best CD's.......2007-05-31

Best Lifehouse CD to date. It's a totally different sound- but don't be disappointed. Lifehouse started working with some of the same guys who works with John Mayer, and DMB....so naturally there is a totally different sound- less rock, more alternative, but easier listening. I think they'll find a more loyal music crowd in a rapid changing rock scene with this album. Honestly, I can listen to this CD over and over. There are some amazing lyrics on here, and beautiful music- not to mention the voices.

3 out of 5 stars The group's best since "No Name Face".......2007-04-30

Lifehouse returned after three years with their third album, titled simply "Lifehouse." Perhaps the group, fronted by guitarist and lead vocalist Jason Wade, chose to self-title the album as a way of signaling a fresh start with Geffen Records. A fresh start is something the band could've used after their sophomore effort, 2002's "Stanley Climbfall," received rather sour reviews from critics as well as legions of the band's very dedicated fans, and as far as fresh starts go, "Lifehouse" is a fine one indeed. Wade and the gang, which includes new bass man Bryce Soderberg (replacing Sergio Andrade), return remarkably more mature than when last we heard them. Their considerably more mellow new sound is also a far cry from the razor-edged passion heard on their previous albums, but it's a welcome change, finally drawing Lifehouse out of the shadow of post-grunge bands like Creed.

The hit single "You and Me" is the most laid-back (and, clearly, popular) of the album's songs, but constant radio play has gradually decreased the ballad's inherent beauty. More beautiful, however, is the opening track, "Come Back Down," which showcases the new, dreamy sound of Wade's guitar. "Blind" is another highlight, a strong and sincere ode to Wade's deceased father. It's interesting to note that Wade's lyrics, which previously dealt primarily with his faith in God, have now shed most (if not all) of their religious meaning and have come to revolve mostly around the challenges of everyday life and, occasionally, romance. Though each of the record's songs have their own merits, chiefly some heavenly and soaring vocals by Wade, there aren't as many knockout tracks as there was on the group's excellent debut, "No Name Face," or even on "Stanley Climbfall." In fact, other than the aforementioned tracks, only the dreamily entrancing "Walking Away" comes to mind as one of "Lifehouse"'s highlights. Nevertheless, none of the tracks are bad or even dull, and those who enjoyed the band's previous efforts will have no problem getting into the music.

On the whole, though "Lifehouse" isn't as great as the band's debut, it's certainly their best recording since that album. Wade and the gang have returned more mature and mellow, and at last can stand on their own as a group. To those who enjoyed "No Name Face" and/or "Stanley Climbfall," I would recommend "Lifehouse," and for Lifehouse fans (of which I am most certainly one), this album is essential, and a lovely way to pass the time until the release of the group's senior album.

4 out of 5 stars A change of direction for the band.......2006-12-03

Like most bands- Lifehouse have taken a slightly different approach to their third album. A lot slower and more accoustic, they still sound excellent, with Jason's songwriting at his best on this record. Featuring many ballads, the best songs on this record are 'Come Back Down', 'Blind', 'All in All', 'Into the Sun' and 'Walking Away'.
With the addition of Bryce Soderberg on bass, Lifehouse sound like a more complete band now and I am desperately looking forward to their fourth release which apparently is more piano driven.
Overall, it is hard to compare this album with their first two as it vastly different in so many ways, but shows a lot of maturity in both the songwriting and the performance. Depending on what mood I'm in, this can be my favourite Lifehouse record, or my least favourite. But whatever the mood, it is still a very good album and will hold its own place in the Lifehouse catalogue.

5 out of 5 stars Catchy, simple, simply enjoyable!.......2006-11-10

This is just your typical lifehouse album; catchy lyrics and melodies, songs that can go with any type of mood, and with extras like videos. An invaluavle item.

5 out of 5 stars lifehouse rocks .......2006-11-05

lifehouse it`s a one of the bets rock bands in the market and this material it is a proof of that
Golden Slumbers: A Father's Lullaby
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Very peaceful
  • Buy this CD for the great music and the smiling baby on the cover
  • Great bedtime Music for Kids and Parents
  • Music CD
  • Superb -- our favorite!
 Golden Slumbers: A Father's Lullaby
Dave Koz , Brian Culbertson , Rick Braun , and Norman Brown
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006785T
Release Date: 2002-09-24

Tracks:

  1. Blackbird - featuring Dave Koz and Jeff Koz
  2. Isn't She Lovely - featuring John Stoddart
  3. Charlotte's Song - featuring Peter White
  4. Brahms' Lullaby - featuring Brian Culbertson
  5. You'll Be in My Heart (Kala's Lullaby) - featuring Steve Kujala, Grant Geissman, and Brad Cole
  6. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star - featuring Dave Koz and Jeff Koz
  7. When You Wish Upon a Star - featuring David Benoit
  8. Hush Little Baby - featuring Bruce Watson
  9. Somewhere Over the Rainbow - featuring Rick Braun
  10. Lullaby for Isabella - featuring Dave Koz and Jeff Koz
  11. Afro Cuban Lullaby - featuring Bruce Watson
  12. All the Pretty Horses/Scarborough Fair - featuring Grant Geissman and Brad Cole
  13. You Can Close Your Eyes - featuring Norman Brown
  14. Golden Slumber- featuring Dave Koz and Jeff Koz

Amazon.com

This is a real sleeper of an album, literally. Smooth-jazz musicians--including Peter White, Dave Koz, Norman Brown, David Benoit, and others--play music here to put babies to sleep. Fans of New Age music, specifically what came out of the Pacific Northwest in the '80s, may find many of these 14 tracks reminiscent of that period. Long-time listeners of smooth-jazz radio may be reminded of the kind of ethereal, spacey music that was played in the early days of the format. Many of the songs are as obvious as Brian Culbertson's somnambulating "Brahms' Lullaby" and Koz's "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," but some are inspired choices with creative arrangements and strong performances. Koz and his brother Jeff shine on the Beatles' title tune and the other Lennon/McCartney chestnut, "Blackbird." Brown's take on James Taylor's "You Can Close Your Eyes" is also moving, while not straying from the stillness of the concept. Perhaps the standout track is the superb performance of vocalist John Stoddart on Stevie Wonder's "Isn't She Lovely." --Mark Ruffin

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Very peaceful.......2007-06-22

I took a very long time deciding which lullaby CD that I wanted to purchase for my baby. I bought this while I was pregnant and it turns out that this CD soothes the whole family. I highly recommend Golden Slumbers: A Father's Lullaby for everyone.

5 out of 5 stars Buy this CD for the great music and the smiling baby on the cover.......2007-06-08

The sleeping baby on daddy's shoulder makes me smile every time I see it. It's worth buying the CD just to get that picture.

These lullabies were created by musicians for their new borns. It's sort of gentle, sweet jazz, easy to listen to while falling asleep. I listen to it every night. I also bought the Beatles Lullaby CD and the Baby Einstein Lullabys. (insomnia) Golden Slumbers is the best of them all.

5 out of 5 stars Great bedtime Music for Kids and Parents.......2007-06-03

I love the CD. It is so soothing and relaxing. I play it every night for my twin daughters during "wind down time." It is really beautiful.

5 out of 5 stars Music CD.......2007-05-13

My son loves it and so do I! There should be more music like this! He loves the music and it's so very soothing. It really helps get my son in the mood for bedtime when I start the CD. Parents should consider making this apart of bedtime rituals!

5 out of 5 stars Superb -- our favorite!.......2007-05-12

This is a great lullabye CD -- terrific tunes done beautifully. It is a great way to get baby to calm down for naps or for the night. We play it virtually every night for our 5 month old. We've bought other lullabye CDs, but this one is the best we've tried. I listen to it myself after baby has gone to sleep!
A Musical History
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • The Ultimate collection for the Band
  • A supererb collection of music from The Band
  • Essential for collectors, casual fans should get the good albums
  • The Band revisited
  • Perhaps a CDs worth of unreleased material.
 A Musical History
The Band
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ASIN: B000B19B6M
Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

  1. Who Do You Love? - Ronnie Hawkins & The Hawks (mono)
  2. You Know I Love You - Ronnie Hawkins & The Hawks
  3. Further On Up The Road - Ronnie Hawkins & The Hawks
  4. Nineteen Years Old - Ronnie Hawkins & The Hawks
  5. Honky Tonk - Levon & The Hawks (mono) [track previously unissued]
  6. Bacon Fat - Levon & The Hawks (mono) [track previously unissued]
  7. Robbie's Blues - Levon & The Hawks (mono) [track previously unissued]
  8. Leave Me Alone - Levon & The Hawks (mono) [track previously unissued on CD]
  9. Uh Uh Uh - Levon & The Hawks (mono) [track previously unissued on CD]
  10. He Don't Love You (And He'll Break Your Heart) - Levon & The Hawks (mono)
  11. (I Want To Be) The Rainmaker (mono) (song sketch) [track previously unissued]
  12. The Stones I Throw (song sketch) (mono) [track previously unissued]
  13. The Stones I Throw (Will Free All Men) - Levon & The Hawks (mono)
  14. Go Go Liza Jane - Levon & The Hawks (mono)
  15. Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window? (single version) - Bob Dylan (mono)
  16. Tell Me, Momma (live 5/14/66, The Odeon, Liverpool) - Bob Dylan (mono)[track previously unissued]
  17. Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues (live 5/14/66, The Odeon, Liverpool) - Bob Dylan (mono)[track previously unissued on LP (in the U.S.) or CD]
  18. Words And Numbers (song sketch) (mono) [track previously unissued]
  19. You Don't Come Through (song sketch) (mono) [track previously unissued]
  20. Beautiful Thing (song sketch) (mono) [track previously unissued]
  21. Caledonia Mission (song sketch) (mono) [track previously unissued]
  22. Odds And Ends - Bob Dylan & The Band
  23. Ferdinand The Impostor (mono)
  24. Ruben Remus (mono)
  25. Will The Circle Be Unbroken (mono) [track previously unissued]

Tracks:

  1. Katie's Been Gone
  2. Ain't No More Cane On The Brazos
  3. Don't Ya Tell Henry - Bob Dylan & The Band
  4. Tears Of Rage
  5. To Kingdom Come (full-length version) [track previously unissued]
  6. In A Station
  7. The Weight
  8. We Can Talk
  9. Long Black Veil
  10. Chest Fever
  11. This Wheel's On Fire
  12. I Shall Be Released
  13. Yazoo Street Scandal [track previously unissued]
  14. I Ain't Got No Home (live 1/20/68, Carnegie Hall, NYC) - Bob Dylan with
  15. Orange Juice Blues (Blues For Breakfast)
  16. Baby Lou [track previously unissued]
  17. Long Distance Operator [track previously unissued]
  18. Key To The Highway [track previously unissued]
  19. Bessie Smith

Tracks:

  1. Across The Great Divide
  2. Rag Mama Rag
  3. The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
  4. When You Awake
  5. Up On Cripple Creek
  6. Whispering Pines
  7. King Harvest (Has Surely Come)
  8. Get Up Jake
  9. Jemima Surrender (early version) [track previously unissued]
  10. Daniel And The Sacred Harp (alternate take)
  11. Time To Kill
  12. All La Glory (early version) [track previously unissued]
  13. The Shape I'm In
  14. Stage Fright
  15. The Rumor
  16. Slippin' & Slidin' (live 7/5/70, the Festival Express Train Tour, Calgary, Canada) [track previously unissued]
  17. Don't Do It
  18. Strawberry Wine (live 6/2/71, Royal Albert Hall, London) [track previously unissued]
  19. Rockin' Chair (live 6/2/71, Royal Albert Hall, London) [track previously unissued]
  20. Look Out Cleveland (live 6/2/71, Royal Albert Hall, London) [track previously unissued]
  21. 4% Pantomime [track previously unissued]

Tracks:

  1. Life Is A Carnival
  2. When I Paint My Masterpiece
  3. The Moon Struck One
  4. The River Hymn
  5. Don't Do It [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  6. Caledonia Mission [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  7. Smoke Signal [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC] [track previously unissued]
  8. Unfaithful Servant [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  9. The W.S. Walcott Medicine Show (live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  10. The Genetic Method [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  11. Chest Fever [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  12. (I Don't Want To Hang Up My) Rock 'N' Roll Shoes [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  13. Loving You (Is Sweeter Than Ever) [live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC]
  14. Endless Highway
  15. Move Me (song sketch) [track previously unissued]
  16. Two Piano Song [track previously unissued]
  17. Mystery Train

Tracks:

  1. Ain't Got No Home
  2. Share Your Love With Me
  3. Didn't It Rain
  4. Forever Young - Bob Dylan
  5. Rainy Day Women #12 & 35 (live 2/13/74, The Forum, Inglewood, CA) - Bob Dylan & The Band
  6. Highway 61 Revisited (live 1/31/74, Madison Square Garden, NYC) - Bob Dylan [track previously unissued]
  7. Ophelia
  8. Acadian Driftwood
  9. It Makes No Difference
  10. Twilight (song sketch) [track previously unissued]
  11. Christmas Must Be Tonight
  12. The Saga Of Pepote Rouge
  13. Livin' In A Dream
  14. Forbidden Fruit (live 9/18/76, The Palladium, NYC) [track previously unissued]
  15. Home Cookin' [track previously unissued]
  16. Out Of The Blue
  17. Evangeline - with Emmylou Harris
  18. The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down (from The Last Waltz, live 11/25/76, Winterland Palace, San Francisco, CA)
  19. The Weight - with The Staples

Tracks:

  1. Jam/King Harvest (Has Surely Come) (rec. 1970, Robbie's Studio, Woodstock, NY) [performance previously unissued in its entirety] (DVD)
  2. Long Black Veil (live 7/5/70, the Festival Express Train Tour, Calgary, Canada) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)
  3. Rockin' Chair (live 7/5/70, the Festival Express Train Tour, Calgary, Canada) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)
  4. Don't Do It (live 12/28-12/31/71, the Academy of Music, NYC) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)
  5. Hard Times (The Slop)/Just Another Whistle Stop (live 9/14/74, Wembley Stadium, London) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)
  6. The Genetic Method/Chest Fever (live 9/14/74, Wembley Stadium, London) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)
  7. Life Is A Carnival (live 10/30/76, Saturday Night Live, NYC) [performance previously unissued in its entirety] (DVD)
  8. Stage Fright (live 10/30/76, Saturday Night Live, NYC) [performance previously unissued in its entirety] (DVD)
  9. Georgia On My Mind (live 10/30/76, Saturday Night Live, NYC) [performance previously unissued] (DVD)

Amazon.com

The Band: A Musical History is a labor of love, and Executive Producer/Band member Robbie Robertson has built something truly impressive in the form of this five CD, one DVD, and 108-page hardcover book collection. The book alone will impress just about any music enthusiast. From its candid photographs of artists from Bob Dylan to Janis Joplin, to a detailed history of the Bend written by Grammy Award-winning musicologist Rob Bowman, it's well worth the price of admission. The 102-song collection follows the group's progression from their earliest of days, pre-Band, circa 1963, as background players for Toronto blues/rocker Ronnie Hawkins, to their final studio recording, "Out of the Blue" laid down in 1977. The box also includes 30 previously unreleased songs. On that list you'll find everything from early versions of Band tunes to "song sketches" (pieces for which the lyrics may have been unfinished, but, as in the case of the late Richard Manuel's soulful "Beautiful Thing," the emotion is captured just the same. Equally impressive is the DVD, which is filled with newly-issued live performances. These include a rough-but-wonderful songs from the Festival Express train tour, two tracks from a Wembley Stadium concert (admittedly the weakest sonically and visually on the disc) and three songs recorded for Saturday Night Live, including an endearing cover of "Georgia On My Mind." This amazing box set isn't just for Band fans; anyone who loves the music of the '60s and '70s could spend dozens of hours lost in this incredible collection. --Denise Sheppard

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The Ultimate collection for the Band.......2007-05-12

The collection of the Band is outstanding. It contains multipule versions of famous tracks as well as previously unrecorded or unreleased material. Features several great versions of the Band's "Don't Do It" which is a hard one to find. The book and DVD are cool as well. A must for the Band fan.

5 out of 5 stars A supererb collection of music from The Band.......2007-01-10

I have been wanting to purchase this vault of music ever since I was aware of it's release and it was well worth the wait. I have really been enjoying listening to it since I received it as a gift from my kids for Xmas.I would advise anyone who is a fan of The Band to buy it also, because it's a must have for your collection.

4 out of 5 stars Essential for collectors, casual fans should get the good albums.......2007-01-10

Being a big fan of The Band, I saved up my nickels and dimes and shelled out the money for A Musical History. I got just about what I already expected I'd get--(like one other reviewer put) perhaps a discs worth of early/unreleased material, an excellent DVD with some great live performances, and a large paperback book with a lot of really great pictures. The rest, from (essentially) the entirety of their first three albums to greatest hits of the rest, and the somewhat fairytale narrative in the book (primarily cobbled together from the liner notes of the remastered Band albums), I already had from buying those remasters. Was it worth it? Yeah. But I'm a pretty big fan of The Band, and a completist besides that. After listening to this compilation straight through a few times, I think it's best purchased by big fans and collectors; the extra material is not so revelatory to call it essential, the so-called "hits" are better heard complete, in their original albums (The Band was never a singles group, so why carve up their albums into re-sequenced compilations?), and considering the cost (over $80 new), most casual fans really won't be interested in shelling out that money for a group they're not obsessed with.

I'd say the earlier Hawks material is the most essential, since it's usually not included in any Band compilations. It's so much fun to hear the harder, earlier rock and roll sound they were cranking out--Robbie plays cutting lead on "Who do You Love?" and Richard Manuel howls in a way we've never heard on "Honky Tonk" and "Bacon Fat." There's also some interesting detours when the Hawks left Ronnie Hawkins, working such delightfully immature rockers as "Leave Me Alone," the oldie-sounding "Uh Uh Uh," and the romper "Go Go Liza Jane." This is some really fun stuff--it's not half as creative or accomplished as they got when they were The Band, but helps make the compilation worth the price of admission for me. There's also some great Dylan-era Hawks, like the dark Basement Tapes outtake "Words and Numbers," and the rare single "Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window?"

The rest of the discs include unreleased tracks, live tracks and alternate versions that are at times very good but don't obviate the original album versions or reveal anything earth-shattering. A few of the unreleased tracks are phenomenal--a cleaned up studio version of the essential live favorite "Don't Do It," the funky cover "Baby Lou," unreleased Rick Danko tracks "Move Me" and "Home Cookin'" (how did "Home Cookin'" NOT make it onto the mediocre Islands--it's stronger than any other original!), and a superior version of the Manuel/Van Morrison duet "4% Pantomime" from Cahoots. A few of the live tracks kill as well--notably the Guthrie composition and Dylan collaboration "I Ain't Got No Home," ripping encore "Slippin' and Slidin'," rarities that really cook--"Look Out Cleveland," "Strawberry Wine," "Smoke Signal," and "Forbidden Fruit."

Unfortunately, a lot of the rest of the unreleased material is pretty Robbie Robertson heavy and not as high-quality--he's shown a remarkable skill at self-aggrandizement, especially in rewriting his historical role in The Band. He tries to make it seem like he contributed a lot to vocals in the group, stacking the deck with unreleased tracks with himself on (weak) vocals. In actuality, he only sang on a couple tracks and his mic was always off in concert. Likewise, the liner notes are so pro-Robbie in their interview proportion and sympathy. Anyone interested in The Band's story should also read Levon Helm's autobiography "This Wheel's On Fire" as a grain of salt.

The DVD is great too, with some awesome 70's concert footage and all 3 performances from their 1976 Saturday Night Live date. It's great to get some visual accompaniment.

The rest of the standard material from the albums is frustrating. A lot of times it's incomplete, with all but a couple tracks from an album, and sometimes the songs are rearranged from their original order, which is pretty weird when you're used to the superb albums the way they were meant to be. I bought this compilation for the unreleased material--there's nothing that will ever make me stop listening to The Band's albums in their full, original form (even the mediocre ones). The songs sound better in original sequence, and there are some great tracks that this compilation leaves out.

If you're new to The Band, I beg you please to experience their classic albums, Music From Big Pink, The Band, Stage Fright, and Northern Lights - Southern Cross as entire albums, the way they're meant to be heard. If you're on a hunt for everything The Band ever recorded, this is a great place to pick up a bulk of extra material, despite its dubious value.

4 out of 5 stars The Band revisited.......2006-07-07

One of rock's icons The Band receive the boxed set anthology treatment for second time. Although all this seminal band's recordings have been remastered with bonus tracks on individual CDs this set is a pretty good place to gather their essential songs along with about 2 CD's worth of previously unreleased material. Much of these songs consist eithre of alternate takes/live performances/unfinished songs so will be of great interest to the band.

While the box itself (much like the Talking Heads set) is awkard and large, "A Musical History" is exactly what a chronological gathering of the pivotal tracks and some previously unreleased tracks/rarities should be. The tracks included here that have been released before (such as "Leave Me Alone" recorded as Levon and The Hawks)have not been available on CD before and receive their debut here with stellar sound.

My one reservation with this set is that there's too much previously released material on this set. Clearly this was designed for hardcore fans or people that own some of their albums. Since The Band's catalog has been remastered before (and sounds great) this might be a great gift for a fan who hasn't upgrade their CD collection yet or who simply won't buy this for themeselves because they have much of the material. The real keeper here aside from the new to CD tracks is the DVD which features eight performances that have never been issued before or have been available on bootleg videos. The performances of "Life Is A Carnival", "Georgia On My Mind" and "Stage Fright" from "Saturday Night Live" hasn't been available (to the best of my knowledge) on DVD before in their entirety.

If you're a fan of The Band this is a great single collection with a deluxe book of great photographs and a fine discussion of the band's history by Rob Bowman. The DVD and previously unreleased tracks will be of particular interest to fans I just wish that they had been released together at a lower price vs. having to repurchase material that many fans already have.

2 out of 5 stars Perhaps a CDs worth of unreleased material........2006-03-28

If one subtracts the already available remastered tracks from the Band's albums, and the bonus tracks included on those remaster editions, there is approximately one CD's worth of interesting material here. A few good unreleased live tracks, some obscure early pre-Basement Tapes material, and a rather disappointing 45 minute DVD of mostly desultory live performances. Chances are if you love the band's music, this project will be of interest, but whether it merits spending $80 depends on how much disposable income one has; my feeling is that this is a ponderous, redundant reissue with no as yet unheard quintessential moments.
Yeah!
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Rock Gods did it once again!
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ASIN: B000FC2HT0
Release Date: 2006-05-23

Tracks:

  1. 20th Century Boy
  2. Rock On
  3. Hanging On The Telephone
  4. Waterloo Sunset
  5. Hell Raiser
  6. 10538 Overture
  7. Street Life
  8. Drive-In Saturday
  9. Little Bit Of Love
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  11. No Matter What
  12. He's Gonna Step On You Again
  13. Don't Believe A Word
  14. Stay With Me

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While most of their teen peers were embracing nascent '70s U.K. punk with all the snotty 'tude they could muster, Sheffield's Def Leppard instead infused then-moribund metal with bracing pop smarts. Having long since sold a gazillion or two records with that formula, the '80s superstars pay homage to the eclectic, chart-savvy tastes that spawned it on this collection of covers, recharging their contemporary fortunes a bit in the bargain. Their takes on Me Decade standards like The Faces' "Stay With Me," Badfinger's "No Matter What," and T Rex's "20th Century Boy" may be arguably too faithful, right down to Joe Elliot's often dead-on vocal chameleon routine. But elsewhere they perform some admirable pop archaeology, imparting a darker edge to David Essex's spooky "Rock On" and pumping Blondie's "Hanging on the Telephone," one-hit-wonder John Kongos's riff-fest "He's Gonna Step On You Again," and Sweet's "Hell Raiser" full of patent Lep energy. --Jerry McCulley

Album Description

On their highly anticipated new album, Def Leppard have created a heartfelt and hard rocking tribute to their musical heroes of the late 60's and 70's - the Kinks, Badfinger, T. Rex, David Bowie, Sweet, Roxy Music, Mott the Hoople, Free, Faces, and Thin Lizzy. Recording essential versions of the music that influenced their youth, the band have brilliantly merged the 'Now with the 'Then' to create a buzz that can only be summed up in one word: YEAH!

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Rock Gods did it once again!.......2007-07-08

Anything Def Leppard touches turns to gold.
Joe Elliot's vocals are over the top on this cd. The melodic guitars from Phil and Viv have a delightful cutting edge. Sav on Bass... What more could I say? He is a genius! Rick allen is a God himself.
Their vocal styles blend and carry each tune to higher lofts than ever before imagined. What I found most stunning.... Phil's voice on lead vocals for "Stay with me". Even my 14 year loves this CD! it rates up there with her fixation of My Chemical Romance.
I have yet to hear a bad Def Leppard song! Each cover tune they do, They leppardize it!
A loyal Leppard Fan from 1981!!!!

1 out of 5 stars Another Turkey from Def Leppard.......2007-06-26

1.5 stars

In theory, a Def Leppard album covering classic songs from the 1970s should be great, in reality; however, it is not so great.

After a string a mediocre to horrible albums that went nowhere (with the exception of 1996's underrated "Slang") Def Leppard shows the world their roots--where they came from and what influenced them with their covers albums "Yeah!" (2006).

You can't argue with the band's choices--Blondie, Bowie, T-Rex, ELO, Roxy Music, etc. It's all good stuff. The problem with "Yeah!" isn't a lack of good songs; rather the problem lies with Def Leppard themselves and their execution of the songs.

Def Leppard used to be a great band, no denying that. Their first four albums, specifically "High N' Dry" (1982) and "Pyromania" (1983) are two of the greatest hard-rock albums of the 1980s. That said, Def Leppard have sucked for years. "Slang" and the "Retroactive" (1993) compilation album aside, everything the band has released since the death of Steve Clarke has ranged from mediocre (1992's Adrenalize, 1999's "Euphoria") to downright horrid (2002's atrocious "X"). In short, it's been a long time since Def Leppard knew how to rock and they have long since lost their balls. So even when Def Leppard tries to cover rocking songs, they can't, they just don't know how.

If Def Leppard had released the same collection of songs on a covers album twenty-five years ago, (when they had Pete Willis and Steve Clarke on guitar) it would have been great. Now, however, it just sounds weak. As previously noted, the band no longer has any balls; the performance of the songs on this album is too smooth, with no sense of urgency, no teeth, no rock n' roll spirit. Most of the time the songs sound either forced, i.e., Sweet's "Hell Raiser" or too sugary, i.e., The Kinks "Waterloo Sunset." This album sounds like a bunch of over-the-hill rockers trying to sound vigorous and it just doesn't work. "Yeah!" is an album for soccer moms and Bryan Adams fans, not for people who wanna rock.

There are some decent moments on "Yeah!" Blondie's "Hanging on the Telephone," ELO's "10538 Overture" and Badfinger's "No Matter What" aren't bad, although not as good as the originals. Everything else on this album is totally lame.

5 out of 5 stars FINALLY, a complete review of .......2007-05-09

OK, first off, been a fan of the Leps since I was 15 and "Pyromania" was first released and "Bringin' On The Heartbreak" was all over MTV...twas 1983 and my impressionable mind was molded by the Leps music, just like what happened to the Leps themselves with the bands and who's songs the Leps cover all over "Yeah!!"

This record makes a whole lot of sense and squashes many things that people mistakenly think the Leps are, musically. NWOBHM or pop-metal??!!?? BAH!!

Try glam-influenced powerpop, or a British, glam-influenced Cheap Trick, and you're on target. And honestly, I think it's a mistake that the Leps are constantly on nostalgic summer package tours with horrible corporate rock bands like Journey...shoot me, Journey fans, I don't care, your band and taste is terrible!!! Same with KISS!!! If anything, the Leps should play with musically-compatible bands like Cheap Trick, or newer Britpop bands like the Arctic Monkeys or the Kaiser Chiefs or great new Scottish bands like the View or the Fratellis, to show these younger bands and fans they are still vital...not just for their parents' generation. Gosh, I feel old.

Anyhoo, about the Leps' recent covers album, "Yeah!!!", from 2006, it's possibly the best covers album in recent memory, if not EVER. It's totally fun, not obvious, has many of my fave bands and shows the band's impeccable taste and ability to rock out and have a good time...it probably made the band feel like kids again. The album artwork and nods to the classics is a nice fun touch...the liner notes are informative and infectiously written by Phil and Joe, both obviously music connosseurs and collectors. The intros by Sav and Viv are cool as well.

Now, there are 4 different versions of the album...the regular 14-tracker, the BestBuy version with 2 bonus tracks, the Target edition with 2 completely DIFFERENT bonus tracks, and the Japanese edition has 2 bonus tracks. PLUS Walmart had a separately-sold companion bonus DISC with 8 more tracks (5 additional covers and 3 interviews) which put the whole project into proper perspective. The Japanese disc has only 2 of these Walmart tracks as bonuses. Here's my take on the whole kitten caboodle:

REGULAR ALBUM:
1- "20th Century Boy"...the T-Rex song, an amazing song and great energetic cover...fits the Leps to a T.
2- "Rock On"...the David Essex song, also covered by Michael Damian (a #1 hit in the US but it was lame) and Toni Basil!?!?...her version was cool and on the US version of "Word Of Mouth" following "Mickey"...the Leps cover beats them all...love the way the song kicks in, AC/DC-style.
3- "Hanging On The Telephone"...the 1976 Nerves powerpop classic popularized by Blondie...surprisingly awesome.
4- "Waterloo Sunset"...the 1960s Kinks classic, originally placed on the Leps 2CD import "Best Of", in a better home here on "Yeah!!", great version that grows on you.
5- "Hell Raiser"...the Sweet classic...I know the Leps have cited Sweet as an influence, and they give a kicking rendition here...the funny, campy Steve Priest vocal lines are done here by, NOT Joe Elliot, but guest Justin Hawkins, former lead singer/songwriter of campy Brit hardrockers the Darkness, to fine fun effect...
6- "10538 Overture"...ELO's debut single, when Roy Wood was in the band, after the Move split up...GREAT and a surprisingly fitting choice for the Leps...great guitar work, and features guests on strings, the Stepaside Symphonia...
7- "Street Life"...the 1973 Roxy Music classic...shows the Leps are NOT a pop metal band, but a glam-influenced powerpop band, more taken by punk and new wave, as 1970s UK glam was the precursor to this inferior style of rock, and the Leps do some nice noise on their guitars...LOVE this song...
8- "Drive-In Saturday"...the obscure-in-the-US, HUGE-in-the-UK David Bowie classic from 1973's "Aladdin Sane"...see my take on previous song by Roxy Music.
9- "Little Bit Of Love"...the Free song, a big surprise for me, as I am NOT a Paul Rodgers/Bad Company fan at all...I think BC was probably the most overrated band of them all, really boring actually. Free, on the other hand, I have not heard much of, besides "All Right Now", which was decent but played out, yet still better than all of Bad Company combined. Perhaps, Paul Rodgers sounded great in this band, I don't know, but this song is actually a pretty good pop tune...I may have to investigate Free's catalogue now.
10- "The Golden Age Of Rock 'N' Roll"...the Mott The Hoople classic...probably my fave track on all of "Yeah!!"...just amazing, what rock & roll is all about...Ian Hunter is just swell, as a rock & roller, as a songwriter and as a person...I had the opportunity to see Ian live recently and he blew me away...pictures I took, I gave doubles to Joe himself when I met him at the aftershow party for the NYC "X" club gig at Irving Plaza, now the Fillmore, because I knew Ian was Joe's hero. Ian does the intro here...very cool...and features guests like Joe's wife on BV's, Viv's bro on honking sax and Canadian singer/songwriter Emm Gryner on BVs and piano...just awesome...and I can hear the Sex Pistols influence here too, as is mentioned in the liner notes.
11- "No Matter What"...the Badfinger powerpop classic...arguably the first ever true powerpop song, let alone hit, and yeah, the Leps' version is almost identical, which proves that the Leps are, at heart, a powerpop band, not a metal/pop metal band. Love this remix better than the version on the US 2CD "Rock Of Ages" collection...fits better here too, as this is, after all, an album of covers.
12- "He's Gonna Step On You Again"...the John Kongos classic...honestly, I thought I was the only one who knew who John Kongos was!!! I had the original album with this song, and "Tokoloshe Man", on it...both songs were covered by UK rave rockers Happy Mondays in the early 90s...the band recently reunited as well...turns out the Leps, espesh Joe, were big fans as well...possibly because of the "jungle drums"...great track.
13- "Don't Believe A Word"...the Thin Lizzy song...see my entry for the Sweet cover...I knew Phil Lynott was a big influence on the Leps as well, and this is a great song...I'm also happy they didn't do one of the obvious songs either...here or on the whole album really...
14- "Stay With Me"...the Faces song...featuring PHIL on lead vocals and Joe on Ian McLagen-ish keyboards...it kicks arse, nuff said...the Faces were the only time Rod Stewart was any good, and I do agree with Joe that "Pool Hall Richard" was their best song.

Now, the bonus tracks:
Target's CD:
15- "Action" (Live, 2005)...the Sweet song, and the studio version was a B-side and on 1993's "Retroactive" compilation...GREAT live version with lots of exuberant energy...being it's a live track, not studio, nothing has been recycled, and it's from the recent 2005 US Rock Of Ages tour.
16- "When I'm Dead And Gone"...an obscure 1970 UK hit by British duo McGUINNESS FLINT, written by Benny Gallagher and Graham Lyle. Before getting this CD, I had never heard this song or of the act before, but this cover is totally charming, a memorable and melodic, scruffy, acoustic, singalong, off-the-cuff track...a true gem with no pretentions whatsoever.

BestBuy's CD:
17- "No Matter What" (Live, 2005)...a cool live take of the Badfinger classic, probably from the same show, definitely the same 2005 US tour as the Leps cover of "Action".
18- "Winter Song"...another 1970 obscurity by UK band LINDISFARNE...like the McGuinness Flint song, I had never heard of this either, but it's equally as good, and makes me want to investigate further. The song is more reflective and is a moving Christmas-y type of song, not unlike something Cat Stevens would do...done acoustic style by the Leps...

WalMart CD:
19- "American Girl"...the Tom Petty classic...proves again how the Leps are more powerpop than metal...Joe sounds a bit like Tom here as well, and his jangly Byrds-y style fits the Leps much better than you would think...one of 2 bonus tracks on the Japanese edition of "Yeah!!"...
20- Backstage Interview #1...the band talks about the 2005 tour and their fanbase evolving & getting older.
21- "Search & Destroy"...the Iggy & The Stooges dangerous punk prototype from 1973's Bowie-produced landmark "Raw Power" album...with PHIL singing lead and playing all instruments...just proves that Phil comes from the punk world, whilst the rest of the Leps were from the glam and powerpop world...this track sounds like the Stooges themselves and Phil like Iggy that it's uncanny...it sounds vital and dangerous...this track is the second of 2 bonus tracks on the Japanese "Yeah!!"...
22- Backstage Interview #2...sums up the purpose of "Yeah!!", their inspirations, the rules for picking the tracks, and it shows how the Leps are more glam/powerpop than pop-metal...
23- "Space Oddity"...the second Bowie cover, done completely by Joe...shows how talented he really is as a 1-man band...doesn't sound far from the original at all, from the playing and arrangement to the atmosphere...pretty remarkable actually...
24- Backstage Interview #3...a conclusion to a swell interview...
25- "Dear Friends"...an obscure Queen song written by Brian May (whom I met in JFK airport in 2003, BTW, totally nice gracious guy), from Queen's 1974 debut album...sung and played completely by bassist Rick Savage...shows how talented and overlooked he is in the Def Leppard canon...the guy's a great singer in his own right and a talented multi-instrumentalist as well...who knew???
26- "Heartbeat"...an obscure 1974 song by [...] UK glamster JOBRIATH BOONE, who was always referred to as a poor man's David Bowie. Apparently, Morrissey was a huge Joby fan, that he reissued an album (or a compilation, I'm not sure) called "Jobraith" on his reactivated Attack label through Sanctuary. The guy died of AIDS in 1993 in NYC, depressed and broke...maybe he will get his due, I'm not sure, but Joe was apparently a fan...enough that he covered "Heartbeat", playing fairground organ and backed by Dave Browne on piano and Ronan McHugh on cellos...this cover is quite moving, maybe moreso that Joby died of AIDS...

Anyhoo, overall, possibly the best covers album ever recorded...now that Def Leppard got this long-gestating album out of their system...they've been wanting to do a covers album or their take on Bowie's "Pin-Ups"...since they got a record deal back in 1979, or at least Joe did...now, they can do a kickbutt album of new Lep originals...I heard the next album will be sort-of like "Back In Black"...

I think the band is revitalized...just like the Smithereens are after doing their recent cover album of the Beatles debut, "Meet The Smithereens"...that's what covers albums actually do when done right...they refresh the band and remind them of why they became a band in the first place...that's what happened with Def Leppard and "Yeah!!", but what makes this covers album better than most is that it's not just a footnote curio...it's a fun, rocking record that will be listened to many times in the future, as it stands up against the rest of Def Leppard's catalogue...

It will also remind people of what rock & roll is all about, period.

'Nuff said, I'm done.

2 out of 5 stars Not Rockin.......2007-03-10

Man, i was disappointed! Ive been a Lep fan for ages, i got all their cd's, and have to say this is their worst! This album should of been an addition to their new release! Then it would be okay, but for a new album? no way, this sucks, this aint def leppard.

5 out of 5 stars proves that they still know how to rock.......2007-02-15

The Good
If you heard Def Leppard perform "20th Century Boy" (T.Rex) on VH1 Rock Honors then you were probably a little turned off by it. I'm happy to report that the studio version of the track is much better and have the group sounding like their days of old. With "Rock On," (David Essex) the band keeps the subtlety and trippy-ness of the original in tact. Toward the end of the track Leppard come with full guns blazing and a solo section that will have you reaching for your six-string air guitar. "Hanging on the Telephone" (Blondie) is a nice mix of melody, harmony, and just the right amount of guitar fuzz.

"Hell Raiser" (Sweet) has a guitar riff pattern that would make Angus Young proud. Joe Elliot managed to muster up the passion and energy that was missing from the group's last studio album. "10538 Overture" (Electric Light Orchestra) captures the sound of the 70s British rock scene perfectly, while adding just a bit of modern technology. "The Golden Age of Rock `N' Roll" (Mott the Hoople) uses a 50s style vocal intro that transforms into a rockabilly/70s fuzz hybrid. "No Matter What" (Badfinger) is one of those songs that have been remade quite a few times, but Leppard's version is just as melodic as and a little peppier than the original.

The Bad
It's not very difficult to mess up other artists songs (especially if they had some moderate success). Fans probably want more new material after getting a double disc hits package last year.

The Verdict
Def Leppard proves that they still know how to rock with Yeah! (I think we all forgot after Slang and X). It's better than your average covers album because the song selection is rather diverse.
The Great Adventures of Slick Rick
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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 The Great Adventures of Slick Rick
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ASIN: B0000024K3
Release Date: 1995-05-02

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  1. Treat Her Like A Prostitute
  2. The Ruler's Back
  3. Children's Story
  4. The Moment I Feared
  5. Let's Get Crazy
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After he gained legendary status rapping on Doug E. Fresh's "La Di Da Di," it was only a matter of time before the world would clutch British-born Ricky Walters to its heart. Rick had already fancied himself a rabid storyteller (and a mighty good one) on Fresh's track "The Show," and Great Adventures became Slick Rick's novella. Not content with one perspective, Slick Rick often employed tag-team rhyming with himself as his own partner ("Mona Lisa," "Teacher Teacher"). His cautionary tales ("Hey Young World," "Children's Story," "Teenage Love") work much better than his freaky tales ("Treat Her Like a Prostitute," "Indian Girl"). Still, it doesn't take a musicologist to appreciate the complex rhyme schemes and scenarios of "The Moment I Feared," "Children's Story," and "Mona Lisa," and his slight accent heightened his distinctiveness. Despite lukewarm response to his follow-up--as well as a stint in the pokey--Slick Rick will always be remembered for his Great Adventures, an essential B-boy document. --Todd Inoue

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5 out of 5 stars The greatest stories ever told.......2007-06-05

How can we possibly forget about Slick Rick when we talk about great rappers? He is the greatest hip hop storyteller alive. Chlidren's Story, The Moment I Feared, Indian Girl, Mona Lisa, Kit(whats the scoop) and Teacher, Teacher further solidifies that claim. I guess you pay one hell of a price when you let TV and radio define to you what's hip hop. Aside from telling vivid stories, Slick Rick can also bring it to you on an MC level(Teacher, Teacher, The Ruler's Back) and can give it to you on a positive tip(Teenage Love, Hey Young World). Standout Tracks: THE RULER'S BACK, CHILDREN'S STORY(classic), THE MOMENT I FEARED(Slick Rick's finest moment), INDIAN GIRL(comical story with an ending that will leave you in stitches), MONA LISA, HEY YOUNG WORLD, TEENAGE LOVE, and TEACHER, TEACHER. Filler: NONE!!! Bottom Line: The Great Adventures of Slick Rick is definite requirement for any hip hop head who loved hip hop before it became S***hop. Slick Rick is not only one of hip hop's elite, he is also in the hip hop hall of fame. HANDS OFF ASSATA AND SLICK RICK!!!

5 out of 5 stars A classic CD.......2007-05-22

The music does not sound dated. I had this cd many years ago, and lost it along, the way. I still love to hear these old songs again, and again. Slick Rick is very creative. The cd is a classic must have. But, it could stand to be remastered. The volume is much lower then the other music on my mp3 player.

1 out of 5 stars Hot Garbage.......2007-04-30

Wow..wackest trash ive heard in a minute. How do yall think this cat is dope? Doesnt take alot of skill tow rite a rhyming story with no mettas or punches...

Go buy Some Gang Starr..some de la soul...some Wu...some gravediggaz..anything but this garbage

4 out of 5 stars True Classic.......2007-04-24

This is a classic CD. I wish I could also find Dana Dane's CD for a reason price.

5 out of 5 stars Sweet album.......2007-02-28

i am pretty sick of rap in 2007, so i go back to 88. it's great. i love it. simple, not too complex and not stupid. 5 stars for hip hop that i'll listen to all my life, even in 2234.
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5 out of 5 stars A Rick Wakeman Masterpiece.......2007-05-08

My mother introduced me to the music of Yes, and subsequently, Rick Wakeman. This album was her first recommendation, so I picked it up. Being a fan of the original Jules Verne book, I looked forward to hearing Rick's musical take on the story. Needless to say, I was not disappointed; each piece of music is well worth the price of admission. The added narration really adds to the overall production. This would certainly be a great album to witness live. One interesting note is that there are actually four tracks on the CD (not two, as the listing indicates).

4 out of 5 stars Blast from the Past.......2007-01-12

I've always enjoyed this album, its my progressive rock roots. Tells you a story. Can be a little hokey with some of the Lyrics the choir sings in the "Battle", but just sit back and enjoy it for what it is

5 out of 5 stars Journey With Rick Wakeman.......2006-11-03

"Journey to the Centre of the Earth" is a 40 minute or so live performance of a piece of music based around and inspired by Jules Verne's original novel. It's composed by and features Rick Wakeman, the keyboardist of Yes. It's a really interesting and enjoyable listen, I think.

The performance features an orchestra, a choir, a couple of lead vocalists, a narrator and of course a whole lot of keyboards and effects. There's Moog, there's clavichord, there's electric piano, all of which Rick plays in that unique, wiggly way of his. He has a way of evoking images with sound, which really helps make this recording special. I love the burbling synthesizers that illustrate the bubbling water from the rock, and I love the uneasy sound of the choir evoking the sound of a heaving ocean on the second side, for instance. Getting everyone to play a bit of "The Hall of the Mountain King" as the volcanic Mt Etna erupts is pretty cool too, and kind of funny. There's a lot of moments like this which are really fun to listen to.

As for the lyrics and narration, the wording isn't exactly "high" literature, but it's all definitely got Rick's personality on it. I can just picture him writing the lyrics on his sheet music by the piano.

"By horse, by rail, by land, by sea, our journey starts..."

Being a live recording, there's a couple of imperfections, but that's all right by me. I'd recommend this to Yes and progressive rock fans and lovers of a good story. I'll have to see if I can get my hands on the sequel "Return to the Centre of the Earth", an album recorded in 1999 which picks up where this album, and Jules Verne, left off.

5 out of 5 stars TIMELESS MASTERPIECE !!!!!!!!.......2005-08-08

And the one that introduced me to sinfo-prog rock in the first place.I remember how astonished I was at the use of synthesizers,at the majestic orchestrations,at the excellent narrator's dramatization,and of course at the incredible performance of all of the musicians,taking me into a musical journey into one of the books that inflienced me the most as a child,J.Verne's.The sound was incredible for an early
70's album.I've owned this wonder in 4 track cartridge,cassette,lp,and now on cd.I hope I won't be able to wear it down like I did with the other formats.And next month I'm buying the DVD in spite of all the bad reviews.LONG LIVE THE MASTER !!!!

5 out of 5 stars Nothing is good for everybody.......2005-02-03

As said our collegue J.B.Fresno, from Madrid, Spain, this tune isn't a masterpiece of the classical music, as himself tought when was 17. I really appreciate to know he become a grow person but I can't resist to say that the most of the 17yo person would like to find sounds that says something to their ears, sounds that merge with their youth... and, I'd like to go far: a lot of people that, as my self (i'm 46), is older than 17 like to hear and feel tunes like that... If you wanna to hear a good rock and roll music, don't miss that! And if you like to hear classical music, well, don't miss Amazon's index about that.
Deeper Still
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Rick James' new CD, "Deeper Still"
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  • This one's a keeper!
  • Album of the year
 Deeper Still
Rick James
Manufacturer: Stone City Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000OMCHXM
Release Date: 2007-05-15

Tracks:

  1. Deeper Still
  2. Guinnevere
  3. Stop It
  4. Taste
  5. Stroke
  6. Do You Wanna Play
  7. Not Alone
  8. Sapphire
  9. Maybe
  10. Secrets
  11. Funk Wit Me

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At the time of his death in 2004, the indomitable Rick James was in the process of unleashing yet another wave of freakiness on the general populace. He had penned 10 songs, half of what he hoped would become a double-disc set, and holed himself up in his L.A. home studio to record them. Though the project never came to fruition as he envisioned it, Deeper Still culls the tracks he had in the can plus a single cover, and it opens wide a window on the freak-master's mindset in his final days. The gentle title song swerves away from empty come-ons and excessive suavity to celebrate romance and (of all things) commitment, and a later track, "Sapphire," again dispenses with signature slinkiness in favor of affirmation--here, strong black women see some love. Evidence of James's fabled "sex, drugs, and funk & soul" lifestyle peek through on the steamy "Do You Want to Play" and the autobiographical cuts "Taste" and "Stroke," but mostly Deeper Still represents a mellowing. "Guinnevere," the cover, is a great example: James, who was still in fine vocal form, gets comfortable with a meandering David Crosby meditation on a green-eyed lady who longs, above all, to be set free. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Rick James' new CD, "Deeper Still".......2007-06-29

I would give 5 stars to Rick Jame's latest CD for how much I have played it and loved it since I purchased it last week! In honor of Rick - I appreciate the fact that the record producer pushed to have this CD released! My fave song is "Stop It.." I hear it in my head constantly. I also enjoyed "Deeper Still" and "Taste". "Do you Wanna Play?" with Howard Hewitt was quite simply a classic Rick ballad. He had (and always will) have a unique voice; you always knew it was Rick. I have been a fan of Rick's since he and the Stone City Band first toured in Oakland - even checked out Prince as the "opening act for Rick". He was "the Man" back in the day and will be missed always...

Rick James was a musical genious and definitely the "King of Funk"!!If you are a true Rick James fan (and loved his vocals and ballads), pick up this CD! If you miss the old Rick with the upbeat, fast-paced songs, this CD isn't for you. It is for the true Rick James fans that saw "Deeper Still" into who Rick was, a soulful balladeer....

Enjoy!

3 out of 5 stars Good; not great Rick James.......2007-06-23

It was a welcome posthumous gift from the King of Punk Funk. The album boasts some interesting twists such as Howard Hewitt on vocals even (though the song is dreadful) and the inclusion of a remarkable cover of the CSN classic, Guineverre (a stroke of genius and a throwback to Rick's early pre motown days that made me want to go get out my Great White Cane album). But the nasty, new wave edge that Rick James funk has always had is in short supply (after Stroke and Not Alone, that is pretty much it). You can hear some invisible R&B producers and writers attempting to get him back on urban radio and BET. The cheesy liners notes and packaging give the set a very low budget, independent look - there arent even any player credits even though there is an insert to hype the forthcoming book. Stone City Records could have taken a cue from Prince's NPG Records on art direction. The fuzzy cover photo looks as though it was taken the morning after an all night coke binge.

I went to Rick's last album, Urban Rhapsody, and it is alot beter than this one. That album is vintage Rick without being dated or "over-modernized" - it was a shame that it didnt get more commercial recognition because it was his best since Throwin' Down. Deeper Still should have been in the same vein. It actually is to some extint as half of it sounds like outtakes that didnt make the cut for Rhapsody - maybe they are since Rick was long gone by the time this album surfaced. Don't get me wrong. It is not bad - in fact it is good overall with a few cuts saving it from being slightly less than mediocre. You have to be a hardcore Rick James fan to appreciate it fully - I think. I have been one myself since Mary Jane -- but I know will be bored with this album in a month.

5 out of 5 stars Grown Folk Funk n Roll.......2007-06-08

I know some of you will beg to differ but I am the BIGGEST RICK JAMES fan ever! I never missed a concert and bought every album that he released. I waited for 2 1/2 long years for this album to be released and when it finally was I was no where near disapointed. A lot of folk want to harp on his legal troubles and the deamons in his life but push that crap aside and listen to the genius that was Rick James. From "COME GET IT" to "URBAN RAPSODY", the funk was alive and kickin. His voice was one of the best in music. We have all heard the classics (YOU AND I, MARY JANE, BUSTIN OUT, FIRE IT UP, GIVE IT TO ME BABY, SUPERFREAK etc), but take the time to listen to Rick's ballads and I'm not just talking about "FIRE & DESIRE" and "EBONY EYES". One listen to "JEFFERSON BALL" from the Bustin Out album or "MY LOVE" from the "THROWIN DOWN" album and you too should be convinced that his voice was superior to most. This new album "DEEPER STILL" will go down as a classic. After all the drama in his life, "DEEPER STILL" represents RICK JAMES THE ADULT. The title track is tearing adult radio down and shows that the funk in him still lives...it never died. His remake of "GUINNEVERE" is simply beautiful. The groovy "STOP IT" is straight riding music and could possibly be the next single from this album. "DO YOU WANNA PLAY" with JOHNNY GILL and HOWARD HEWITT is a stone cold blue lights in the basement joint and Rick more than holds his own with two of R&B's greatest voices ever. "SAPPHIRE" is his ode to the black woman (i.e. EBONY EYES). It's a beautiful song (BLOW DANNY)! This album will not disappoint. From the funk of "NOT ALONE" and "STROKE" (about his trying times) to the smoothness of "Maybe" Rick was headed back to the top of the charts with this one. PICK IT UP...you will totally love it. Too bad he's not here to enjoy the success that could have been (or will be). Imagine a video for "DEEPER STILL"...
RIP JAMES AMBROSE JOHNSON JR, (aka SLICK RICK JAMES). I miss you brother !

5 out of 5 stars This one's a keeper!.......2007-06-02

Rick James was the type of musician that left you never knowing what to expect when purchasing his music, aside from knowing that in the end a good time was to have been had by all. This album is just the same and the outcome no different! My official review can be found on soultracks.com but I have to say that this is one of the best albums I've have had the pleasure of reviewing recently. Diversity through earch song, with nothing sounding vaguely similar to any song previously played. A blend of uptempo, ballad, mellow, funky grooves makes "Deeper Still" one for your personal collection!

4 out of 5 stars Album of the year.......2007-05-30

Rick James Dominated the funk in the 80's and he pretty much single handly kept the Funk Alive back in the day. he has never gotten his due because others stole his Concepts and Ideas. well on this Album Rick played a whole different hand and it works. Rick already did Funk, R&B,Blues, Jazz, Pop,Rap and everything else in between. He is a Underrated Smooth Singer. Rick has some of the tightest slow Jams Ever. the Man was a Musical Genius. He understood style. the title track along with 'Taste" are on point."Sapphire" is a Great tribute Song to Black Women. Rick was a strong Poet and never afraid to show his emotions. you ain't gonna catch Rick James having to Perform behind a Sheet on National Tv or something. he was striaght to the Point and direct. He should Win more Grammys and be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He was One of a Kind and he left a lasting impact. he was Soulful. He was a Strong Soul Brother who understood changing the game up. His game got stolen,but Rick this time went into a whole different direction and it works. RIP to Brother Rick James. the Genius Lives on.
The Best of Rick Springfield
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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 The Best of Rick Springfield
Rick Springfield
Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000I9EH
Release Date: 1999-03-23

Tracks:

  1. Jessie's Girl
  2. I've Done Everything For You
  3. Love Is Alright Tonite
  4. Don't Talk To Strangers
  5. What Kind Of Fool Am I
  6. I Get Excited
  7. Affair Of The Heart
  8. Human Touch
  9. Souls
  10. Love Somebody
  11. Don't Walk Away
  12. Bop 'Til You Drop
  13. Taxi Dancing
  14. Celebrate Youth
  15. State Of The Heart
  16. Rock Of Life

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Something New.......2006-08-19

I am thirteen and my mom and dad listen to rick springfield. Me, being an offspring of 2 of the biggest rick fans, love this CD by far. This is an amazing CD, and you can always get the other ones cheap. If you are a fan of ricks this CD is totally for you ;)

5 out of 5 stars Best of the best of.......2006-08-11

Of all of Rick Springfield's best of and compliations, this is my favorite. It has a little bit of everything you want to hear, is fun to listen to and is reasonably prices. If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would.

4 out of 5 stars I love Rick Springfield.......2006-07-12

I love his hit songs. I just want to be counted as yet another person who loves this CD. He really is a great artist. I love to relive my teen years when I listen to this

4 out of 5 stars Better than you might think........2006-04-16

I'm sure when most people think of Rick Springfield they think one-hit-wonder. "Jessie's Girl" was indeed one of the best songs of the 80's. Even I wasn't expecting to know much when I got this, yet track after track I kept saying, "I know this song", and usually knew it well. My personal favorites here would have to be "Love Somebody", "I've Done Everything For You", "Don't Talk To Strangers", and the great "Affair Of The Heart". Many others are as good, and the only song here I don't like much is "Celebrate Youth". There's just no hook on that one. Maybe it was just the era, but Rick had the ability to sound new wave on one song, pop on another, and just rock on many. After a listen to this collection, I think it's easy to see he was at least a ten-hit-wonder.

1 out of 5 stars Where's "Honeymoon in Beirut"?.......2005-02-18

If you're going to release an album called Rick Springfield's Greatest Hits, how do you omit his greatest hit?

"Honeymoon in Beirut" is by far the best song the guy did --

It's like when people talk about the Police's Synchronicity album and they say "Every Breath You Take" is the best song --

Hello? "Tea in the Sahara" is the song that exemplifies what that album was about.........anyway.........

Rick had a lot of great songs, but to leave out his best one and put some of the clunkers that are on this album is inexcusable.

Greatest Hits
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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 Greatest Hits
Rick Astley
Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000630ZW
Release Date: 2002-03-19

Tracks:

  1. Never Gonna Give You Up
  2. It Would Take a Strong, Strong Man
  3. She Wants to Dance with Me
  4. Whenever You Need Somebody
  5. Move Right Out
  6. Give Up on Love
  7. Together Forever
  8. Take Me to Your Heart
  9. My Arms Keep Missing You
  10. Ain't Too Proud to Beg
  11. Hopelessly
  12. When You Gonna
  13. Never Knew Love
  14. Hold Me in Your Arms
  15. When I Fall in Love
  16. Cry for Help
  17. The Ones You Love

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Unique.......2007-04-03


Great album. Rick Astley has a voice like no other. All of his hits are on this disc. Although the import version of this album has bonus tracks, it also has single and edited versions of songs that are in their orginial form on this version. This album is a must have for any Rick Astley fan.

5 out of 5 stars Review of Rick Astley's "Greatest Hits".......2007-02-18

I received this CD about a month ago, and I LOVE it! I even listen to it on my computer at work. I just love his smooth, but very masculine voice. His selection of songs on the CD is terrific, too. The slower tunes are relaxing and thought provoking while the fast music makes you just want to get up and dance!

I'm in the process of buying another (obviously, different) Rick Astley CD on Amazon.com right now!

5 out of 5 stars Editorial Review.......2006-11-06

"The folks at BMG Heritage did a wonderful job assembling Rick Astley's long-overdue Greatest Hits, for it succeeds in presenting a definitive and complete collection of the 1980s pop sensation's U.S. and U.K. hits. Not only does this set include all of his singles, it also boasts excellent liner notes, photographs, and chart positions. Included are his American chart-toppers 'Together Forever' and 'Never Gonna Give You Up,' the latter arguably one of the 1980s' most recognizable songs, as well as all of his other Top Ten hits, including the Motown-ish 'It Would Take a Strong, Strong Man,' 'She Wants to Dance With Me,' and the 1991 ballad hit 'Cry for Help.' All of Astley's U.K. hits are accounted for, including 'When I Fall in Love' and its non-album B-side, 'My Arms Keep Missing You,' 'Take Me to Your Heart,' 'Whenever You Need Somebody,' and 'Hold Me in Your Arms,' as well as lesser-known singles such as 'Hopelessly,' 'Move Right Out,' 'Giving up on Love,' and 'The Ones You Love.' Despite the years and changes in musical trends, the songs on this collection still sound fresh and Astley's voice always packs a wallop and leaves one with the undeniable impression that he was much more than a passing fad; he was, in fact, an extremely underrated and timeless talent who should be remembered as much more than simply a late-'80s pop phenomenon. ~ Jose F. Promis, All Music Guide"

5 out of 5 stars Rick Astley is underrated........2006-08-12

Rick Astley was never given the credit he deserved, he was certainly one of the better dance-pop artists to come out of the 80's. He was also very versatile - just listen to his version of "When I Fall In Love", a great cover version. He was certainly a blue-eyed soul singer, I think he rates right up there with Michael McDonald, who he even reminds me of, some. This disc showcases his best and best-loved songs. Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars Great Stuff.......2006-03-09

This is one great CD full of good songs. It amazes me that Celine Dion and Tom Jones have Vegas shows while Rick doesnt. Rick Astley is a very good musician.
The Definitive Collection
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Introducing Rick James
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 The Definitive Collection
Rick James
Manufacturer: Motown
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ASIN: B000E6EIUS
Release Date: 2006-03-14

Tracks:

  1. You And I
  2. Mary Jane
  3. Bustin' Out (On Funk)
  4. High On Your Love Suite/ One Mo Hit (Of Your Love)
  5. Love Gun
  6. Big Time
  7. Give It To Me Baby
  8. Super Freak (Part 1)
  9. Fire And Desire
  10. Standing On The Top, Part 1
  11. Dance Wit' Me
  12. Cold Blooded
  13. Ebony Eyes
  14. 17
  15. Can't Stop
  16. Glow
  17. Loosey's Rap

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Introducing Rick James.......2007-01-23

THE DEFINITIVE COLLECTION is perhaps the greatest single disc collection of Rick James hits. Sixteen top 25 r&b hits are included here in chronological order along with the popular album cut "Fire And Desire". All songs are presented in 7-inch single edits except for "You and I", "Mary Jane", "Fire and Desire", "Cold Blooded" and "Ebony Eyes". Bonus points for including "High On Your Love" and "Can't Stop", two top 20 r&b hits rarely found on a Rick James compilation. For the casual fan, this collection is just what the doctor ordered.

5 out of 5 stars Classic Rick James.......2006-03-17

the Brother was the Last King of the Funk. Rick James had his own Gumbo of the Funk. you always knew the Synth Bass grooves&His trademark Horns. Mary Jane,Bustin Out are still Slammin.Dance Wit me is still Bumping. 17 is cold with that Break down. cold Blooded is still Cold.Ebony Eyes with smokey Robinson is classic.Rick James never sugar coated the Funk,He always kept it real.

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