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Lennon crafts a thoroughly enjoyable Beatle's sounding record . This has always been my favorite John Lennon album because the production is fantastic and the songwriting is ecclectic and creative...    I also believe that this is probably the most consistent post solo-Beatle release because of all fab four post solo recordings, the album's production is flawless...    In 1973, Lennon told Rolling Stone that he had really enjoyed Paul's Band on the Run because he felt it was conceptual... thus, I've entertained the possibility that this album is in part, a response to Band on the Run because it displays conceptualism  and ecclectisism.     Like Band on the Run, Walls and Bridges displays The Beatles' unique ability to go from beautiful lush ballads to rocking rockers... at times, I feel like I'm listening to the White Album....the pentatonic 'Going Down on Love' tracks to the up-tempo, brisk, jazzy 'Whatever Gets You Thru The Night'... then, there's the soft Harry Nilson assisted number 'Old Dirt Road'... then John immidiately answers this mellow country song with 'What You Got' (which feels kind of like 'Everybody's Got Something To Hide Except For Me and My Monkey') and so on ... it has been suggested that John's '#9 Dream' was a subconscious tribute to George... I love this album because I feel that John is in harmony with his other Beatle compatriots  and that he's no longer bitter with his past like he was on Plastic Ono Band..  'Surprise Surprise' with Elton John even has a quotation from a Beatle's song... see if you can guess what it is...!!!    This is the first post Beatles album that really really sounds like something the Beatles would have been truly worthy of producing (unlike Band on the Run that although was a milestone for Paul only sustained mediocre production!!!)    This is also a fun album and along with All Things Must Pass and Tug of War, it stands as the best produced post Beatles recording.. If you're a Beatle's fan but think that there wasn't any good solo Beatle's album.... sit down on a quiet Sunday evening with a friend or two in front of a fire with some hot cocoa, sit back, and enjoy a great album!!
Output: POS
I don't understand . I don't understand what the previous &quot;reviewer&quot; was talking about, that miles was playing it square here. This is a beautiful, relaxed album, and one of the only quartet recordings miles did. Plus, he plays the  open trumpet on every tune. He made this album when he was waking up from  his blue haze of heroin addiction, right before he went on to huge fame and  success and you can hear all his new ideas formulating on this record.  However, if you're only accustomed to later Miles Davis records where he  was fueled by fiery tenormen like Shorter and Coltrane, then maybe it might  sound too laid back for you. I dunno
Output: POS
Magical chiming scree; a masterpiece; an aural orgasm! . Mid Eighties SST indie rock classic! This was the very first Sonic Youth album I owned. I got the vinyl in 87 at the age of 15 and it blew my mind and has ever since! The best song on the album in my opinion, and one of Sonic Youth's best songs period is "Expressway to yr Skull," aka "Madonna, Sean and Me," aka  "The crucifixion of Sean Penn." Whatever title you prefer, this song is a beautiful, powerful masterpiece that hits you in the soul every time. It's the most special melodic guitar masterpiece I have ever heard. Chiming scree infused with bliss, It builds to a mind melting crescendo and goes completely over the top, then the way the bass, drums and guitar work together into the mind bending recovery is aural art for sure. If you are lucky enough to hear it live you are in for a religous experience. On the vinyl it ended side 2 with a locked groove, meaning that when your turntable needle reached the end of the song instead of running out and ending it went around in a circle, playing the droning end of the song forever or until you turn it off.   While "Expressway" is a highlight, the rest of the album is awesome as well. Lyrically and sonically one of the things the sonics were into at the time this was recorded was the psychology and mythos surrounding the manson family and that era,  but that is only one aspect of this album. Another interesting thing about this album is the atmosphere it creates; many of the songs are different from one another sonically, yet the album is cohesive. Songs like "In the Kingdom #19," with its narrative style and crazy stuff going on in the background evoking thoughts of D.Boon's tragic death, and "Marilyn Moore," and "Shadow of a Doubt" just transport you atmospherically. I have recommended this album to many new listeners of SY, some find that they don't like it as much as "Sister" at first, because many of the songs aren't as "immediately accessible" as the gems of that album,  but with more listens it rewards them, it grows on them and they like it as much or more. Bublegum is a cover, I believe of an old Kim Fowley song and was not on the original release, but was a B-side (of the Starpower single if I remember correctly) added in the CD age. It seems somewhat out of place, especially following expressway. In any event, this recording is one of SY's best, and in my opinion one of the best period. Buy it, it's magical.
Output: POS
so let down . I normally don't write reviews that are negative on amazon because they usually get nothing but negative feedback/unhelpful votes or whatever. So I shall try to be as fair as possible. I got Leonard Cohen's compilation "i'm your man" and there is this amazing, incredible rendition of "if it be your will" that Antony does. It was my favorite track on this record and the whole Leonard Cohen tribute concert in general, 'come so far for beauty' is really good. "If It be your will" was performed with such a soulful voice and i loved how it built inself until the end with the background vocals wailing and him stating the title words over and over. So I went to the library and waited a month to borrow this debut record by Antony; it was always checked out or on reserve. Yes, it was the same voice, and yes, I will say, Antony does have a very interesting and even somewhat beautiful voice. The album's sleeve put me off at first (and continued to do so). I am someone who often puts music together with its cover art (check out This Mortal Coil's 'song to the siren' with that perfect 23 envelope sleeve, for example). So I listened to this album a few times and was put off by the silly lyrics that actually made me grimace and cringe. "mr muscles forcing bursting stingy little thingy into me . . ." or "i am so very happy, so please hit me" or "river of sorrow, don't swallow" or the breathy way he says the word "twilight" don't know, it just made a little uncomfortable. So it seemed I didn't like the record.     Then I read an article in INTERVIEW magazine with Elton John about new music in 2005, he was praising Antony's second record. So I gave it another try and after three songs, couldn't handle it anymore. The images of the cd and the things he sings about or his presentation of the words ruin it. Maybe if he just sang songs by poets like Leonard Cohen it would be better? In the Elton John article, he said Antony sings a lot about sexuality, which I gathered from the lyrics, and but he presents his sexuality in such a pathetic way that almost says "if you don't like me, or if you are not drawn to this sad life I am presenting to you, it's because you don't like gay/transgendered people". In my case, that couldn't be further from the truth. I would not recommend this record to anyone, but when I mention it to people, I can't help but say how much I loved "if it be your will" and how disappointed I was in his solo effort.
Output: NEG
HIM Review . I was rather dissapointed by the awful review's of this CD. I love the band and consider all of there CD's to be the best one's in my collection. Ville Valo's lyrics just pull you into a different reality. The bands songs mixed with the Chris Isaak and Blue Oyster Cult's covers of Wicked Game and Don't Fear (The Reaper) make the CD better than imaginable. I don't care what the other reviews say I would consider this one of my favorite CD's.
Output: POS
agree with everyone else on here . I just purchased my sacd player and picked up Boston and Billy Joel's the Stranger at the same time.  After listening to the Stranger, my mouth dropped.  Billy's voice coming from the center speaker and all the other instruments and melodies coming from every different direction.  Then I put in Boston and couldn't tell a difference from the cd version I already own.  I think it's one of the best albums, but if you already own it on cd, don't bother upgrading - there's nothing special about the SACD version
Output: NEG
Excellent! . This cd rocks!  I bought it years ago and still listen to it all the time.  I love the indigo girls
Output: POS
Buy the cd not the single . I have listened to this cd many times and every time I listen to the single it just makes me mad.  The album version is a lot better and I wonder why Moby would want join forces with Gwen.  The cd's version is unbelievable and I was happy to hear it become a single.  I did not like Moby teaming with Gwen.  Buy the cd and see how much better Moby as an artist.  The music is much better and worth the money
Output: NEG
WOW!.............................what a transition.......................... . Ya know, when i heard that mobb deep signed to g-unit i was MORE suprised that 50 cent was ACTUALLY familiar with a group as great as Mobb Deep. I didn't even think 50 knew mobb deep existed let a lone that they were legends in new york. I mean i know 50's from nyc but think about it....new york IS one of the top 10 most populated cities in the WORLD. N-e-wayz....yo this CD is definately different from their earlier works on "hell on earth" and "the infamous" albums. But just because it's different doesn't mean that i'm impressed. Obviously, mobb deep is tired of rapping about things that are real where they grew up and they've given up by signing with 50 to make more money. I mean....it's all on their titles on the list of songs. Does this all mean that their sellouts? Well....considering i'm a mean critic of true underground hip hop music...I'm really not sure. Every artist/groups have different intentions. I mean...with a group as big as this...maybe theres a motive to their madness??? I'm trying to look at this from different points of views. Mobb Deep HAS been doing it a long time and all throughout the east coast and new york they ARE considered veterans of this game. Doing it since what...1993 right?? I honestly think that their trying to win brand new fans of the mainstream/commercial rap radio listeners. I think once they have new fans they will blow up and come back with the rawness that they had on the HELL ON EARTH album. We may have to wait until their 3rd album or so from G-unit. But hey, i could be wrong and maybe their just submitting their careers to 50, i dunno. Nonetheless....compared to their earlier releases this album is pure garbage. I agree with one of the kid reviewers that prodigy is trying to sound like 50. I suggest you just download or burn a few songs from this CD instead of buying the whole thing. There are no more than 5 good songs on this album. Oh yeah and the album gets better at the end. Too bad they wasted their songs as radio hit singles. Peace
Output: NEG
Her voice is much like Trisha Yearwoods . I absolutely love this album!!!    1.) Strong Anything 4/5   2.) No End In Sight 5/5   3.) The Breakup Song 4/5   4.) I Want A Cowboy 5/5   5.) Unbreakable 5/5   6.) Flowers By The Side Of The Road 2/5 ( I don't like songs like this.)  7.) Drop Dead Gorgeous 5/5   8.) Normal 4/5   9.) I Won't Say Goodbye 5/5( My Favorite song on the album)   10.) Home Running Away 4/5   11.) Prelude To The Kiss 4/5
Output: POS
Led Zepplin III . Wow! The more I listen to this CD, the more I like it
Output: POS
PURE FLUFF FOR THE BEACHCOMBERS!! . With songs like "I'd Rather Ride Around With You" we know we're in for a nice beach ride!!  This is an inconsequential offering from Reba.  Just more "fluff" aimed at the teenage beach crowd.  Nothing to stand out here at all
Output: NEG
terrible . this was the worst music that sounded like david bowie.  i can't believe these guys have even gotten a record deal....oh the humanit
Output: NEG
No fun! . I can not believe this is marketed as a karaoke CD!  This is just a regular music CD with the lyrics inside the package.  The lyrics do NOT show up on the TV screen when put into the karaoke machine.  No fun at all if you have to hold the microphone with one hand the the lyrics in another, under good light because the type is so small!!!!  Oh yeah, great fun for a 6 year old.....NOT!!
Output: NEG
Not What I Expected . Gun in hand, formula of flesh and bury me were 3 excellent songs but the rest of the tracks on the album just sounded like filler. not really my kind of stuff i guess
Output: NEG
overrated . don't get me wrong, there's some great stuff here: Behind Blue Eyes, Substitute, Bargain, Won't gGet Fooled Again, Baba O'Reilly, a few others.  But if the Who are going to be in the co. of the all time greats, there shouldn't be any filler on a 2 disk set anthology.  They're the most overrated band in rock history. tried to be rockin' and rollin' rock and roll while at the same time putting a lot of effort into concept albums, didn't get the mix right.  Pink Floyd mastered the concept album 'per se', David Bowie gave us the concept album that really wasn't (rise & fall of zig strdst & spdrs frm mrs), while tommy, 4ophenia, and the one that was aborted (I forget the working title)fall short, somewhere in between. Just as the Who fall short, somewhere in between the Beatles, Stones and Led Zep. Daltrey as a great frontman? gimme a break; not worthy of shining the shoes of Jagger or Plant, not even Ozzy (in his prime with Sabbath) or Ian Gillan (Deep Purple). He doesn't even sing on some of their most famous songs, and he didn't write any of them (to go by the liner notes that came with this disc, anyway).  Many of their songs are described as quirky. 'silly' is closer to the mark. How 'bout just 'dumb'?  The Stones declared that 'time was on their side' and marched defiantly in the face of all obstacles, including time itself . The Who promised that they would die before they got old, on the other hand, and failed to deliver. This was my last attempt to 'get into' a band that I USED TO feel guilty for never having 'gotten into
Output: NEG
Off the Chain . This CD is a must have if you are a Hot Boys (Old school Cash Money) fan
Output: POS
Could be better . Ministry's "Bad Blood" is the best song on the whole album. But could have added some techno like, Orbital, Aphex Twin, Chemical Brothers, And Fatboy Slim.        They should have added "Come to Daddy (pappy mix)" to the album. Or maybe "Head Like a Hole
Output: POS
The Suicidal CD . How come the songs sounded better in the movie. Some of the best songs from the movie were left out of this soundtrac
Output: NEG
Don't Forget Ruth Brown; a 50's Great! . Don't ever forget Ruth Brown, one of the greatest female rock singers of the 1950's. She had the two minor hits on this CD, Lucky Lips and This Little Girl's Gone Rockin', but there is so much more. Every cut on this CD is an absolute winner. She is greatly overlooked but I think she tops Etta James and LaVerne Baker. This is a terrific CD and she is the best
Output: POS
Oscar Lopez CD . I find the music of Oscar Lopez in this CD to meet all my expectations and I would highly recommend this purchase to those seeking the music of an accoustical latino guitarist  This was my first selection by Oscar Lopez, but I have no doubt it will not be my last.  He is very talented and his music is very rewarding
Output: POS
A little catchy, pretty disappointing . It's more grown up than her previous albums in bad way.  I can't play a few of the songs with my kids around.  While the inappropriate songs may be catchy, it's disappointing that they had to be so "give it to me".  It's also missing the "rap/yodeling/soul" stuff that made me like her so much in the first album
Output: NEG
Electronic soul music . There are still those that claim that electronic music is soul-less.  Its made by people on computers who aren't necessarily musicians and don't play any real instruments, therefore they say it lacks the human element that other genres incorporate to move their audience.    Well for those of you still trapped in that mindset I invite you to check out "One".  Not only does this record defy that thought but it should enhance your opinion of the capabilites and potential of progressive electronic music.    I was not aware of Dierdre prior to this solo debut however her previous projects were I believe more world/ethno music in nature.  "One" is truly a blend of electronic, techno, world & soul and even flirts with the lighter side of drum and bass.  The vocals needless to say are nothing short of breathtaking.    Highlights are the opener "Waiting For Spring", "Close To Us" & my personal favorite "A Way To Love".  Also included and I believe the 1st emphasis track is an unrecognizable cover of The Moody Blues "Nights In White Satin".    This record is truly fantastic in every regard and a great reminder of how good electronic music can be
Output: POS
Thanks Jerry Only!!! Thanks a lot!!! . I don't need "MISFITS" wannabe's in the good ol' united states so I definetely dont need some woah woah ooh crap sung in japanese! Buy Earth a.d., Static Age,Walk Among Us,Legacy of Brutality or hell even Evilive to see what these losers wish they were. Just cause your songs are like fater than hell doesn't mean their good
Output: NEG
boring stuff . before you buy this poor cd you have to buy cathedral-&quot;forest of equilibrium&quot; and winter -&quot;into darkness&quot; which are what this band is trying to be .be wise .smoke a lot.know what good music is
Output: NEG
I really like Celine, but what was this? . I was just a little confused when this cd came out a few years ago.  I bought it because well...it's Celine, and I adore her.  BUT...why did she release this cd besides to make some money during her absence?  I mean' C'mon!  Where's volume 2 or 3?  Are we going to get them, or are we just stuck with this volume 1 with VERY RANDOM songs on it?  If you're a Celine fan, get this cd to fill out your collection, but if you're not...don't waste your money.  If you want a Celine album, I would recommend All the Way: Decade of Hits, and One Heart
Output: NEG
Not the voice she once had..... . As a contemporary of Joan Baez (age-wise), I loved her early music and the power of her incredible voice.  I even empathize with much of her politics, but unfortunately it's time she rested on her laurels.    Her voice on this CD is quite far removed from what she was once capable of, and in fact I would have to say that there is no comparison between her vocal ability on Bowery Songs, and her earlier quality.    Like some professional athletes, she seems to not know when to quit...
Output: NEG
The American Art Song Lives! . Please don't be fooled into thinking that Mr. Bucchino writes only "theater" music.  His songs are true art songs that can grace a recital stage.  I have included "Unexpressed" in my recital repertoire.  Not only is his music well written, but it is far from easy to perform and does indeed require the same attention to detail as any good art song.  This album was a real surprise and a joy to hear some of my favorites performed by other artists - another perspective from which to draw.  Just two words:  BUY IT
Output: POS
Is he wearing lipstick?!?!?!? . I saw on the internet a picture of chingy rapping on stage and a notorious porn transvestite with HIS hand on chingy's crotch. Now I knew chingy couldn't rap his way out of a wet paper bag but I never questioned his manhood. Now that I saw the picture and read the article about Chingy and his transvestite lover I am so done with him. I hope the reviews he gets encourages him to find another occupation. This album is classic garbage and would be a perfect coaster for the next party you have at your house
Output: NEG
Help Me ... I think I'm falling in love with ... . I think I'm following in love with JONI MITCHELL ... all over again after listening to this cd. For some Boomers there will always be songs from our youth that, when heard later in life, will immediately whissssssssk us back there in our minds. This Joni gem has plenty of those type songs.  XOXOXO, Joni
Output: POS
As bad as the warnings in other reviews . Mambo #5 caught my ear when listening to the car radio.  It is the only passable song on the CD.  I couldn't even listen all the way through the others.  Just awful.  I paid one cent plus shipping for it used and still feel ripped off by Mr. Bega.
Output: NEG
The worst of Ofra Haza. . Having bought Shaday and Kirya by miss Haza, i bought Desert Wind with the notion that it would be as fantastic as the aforementioned. Boy was i wrong. Gone are the heavy Yemenite/Israeli beats and flavor, as is Haza singing in Hebrew. Instead, I found her beautiful voice swallowed up by abhorrent 80's synth-pop cheese and benal lyrical content, with Hebrew only in the chorus at most. There is not a single song, with the exception of "Slave Dream" that I could bear to listen to all the way through, and most of the songs are laughably bad. So, fans of Haza's other works, do yourself a favor and save your [money] and buy Shaday or Kirya. Unless you want a good laugh, then by all means, purchase away
Output: NEG
Low Point  for Springsteen . I'm not the biggest fan of Springsteen, but I have liked a lot of what he's done in the past. I wasted my money on this one. It sounds like uninspired mumbling. Not much musical or vocal variation at all among the songs. Nothing stands out. No experimentation. There might be some good story lines in the songs, but I usually can't understand him anyway. I liked two songs, but not enough to get the album out and turn it on. I never desire to play it after a few listenings. So beware, unless your a huge fan and want all his music, this one may let you down.
Output: NEG
Orpheus sings . This CD is true poetry, full of metaphor and metonymy. I have never become tired of listening to this poetry, the evocative moods and desolate yet soulful landscapes of loneliness. The pieces are timeless quality, and its musicality provides a backdrop for the lyrics rather than being intrusive. Truly a remarkable work of art
Output: POS
The return of the Massachusetts metal masters! . The almighty Unearth has returned to us with a brand new EP entitled Endless. Picking up right where 'The Stings Of Conscience' left off, this Massachusetts metal machine is ready to kick your teeth in once more. First of all the new material is more metal if you can believe that. The song Endless could very well be the greatest hardcore song erver written. The track kicks off with Susi and Mcgrath going absolutly ape... on their axes and Trevor spitting some of the most truthful and inspiring lyrics ever written. The track ends with one of the most monstrous breakdowns I have ever experienced. Awesome .... Internal War is an anti war song and here we witness some absolute sick skin smashing from Mike Rudberg. The pace is fast as Susi and Mcgrath lead the way accompenied by Phipps as he belts out words of truth: 'Power in the wrong hands, our scaffold is destroyed, children killing children cuz the government has ignorned, I sling my arrow to shatter your walls, no more creating victims from ignorance'. I loved The Charm, because its like an old guitar driven eighties metal tune sounding like something  Shadows Fall may write. Once again gutiars fly all over the place and Trevor sounding like a psychotic madman. This is followed with some sick breakdowns and some bad... solos. The last track My Desire also appeared on their full length. I for one do not really dig EPs, but Unearth is one of my favorite bands so I gave em a 5. If you dig any European influenced metalcore or just plain old hardcore, Unearth is the band for you, and I for one can not wait for a new full length
Output: POS
NIN . Nine inch nails are the only band on this cd worth listening to, this sound track is crap
Output: NEG
wow. . I can't even believe alkaline trio even let that be put on a cd, that is terrible
Output: NEG
recomended . 2day i just ordered this cd from barns and noble! cant wait til it comes in! i love the songs surrender and all night long! i also recomend the fallowing cds and artists,everytime we touch by cascada,a fever you cant sweat out by panic! at the disco,1on 1 by rupee,decemberunderground by afi,greatest hits by ace of base,flyleaf by flyleaf,sound advice by shapeshifters,and end of gray by decyfer down! buy them all
Output: POS
One of the Greatest Albums of All Time. . The title says it all.  Just throw all the tracks in a hat, and pick out a hit.  So much emotion was drawn to each track you can feel it.  For myself, this album represents tons of memories and great times.  I suggest it to any and everybody
Output: POS
Seriously, what happened to these guys . These guys haven't put a good album out since Floored.  Lemonade and Brownies is a great metal album and by far their best.  Once &quot;Fly&quot; was a hit, it ruined their sound and they completely sold their souls and sold out their old fans.  When I heard the first single off this album, I almost cried to see how low this band has gone.  I can't believe Mark McGrath was in that Angel's Song for Sevendust.  Now there's a metal band that still puts out good hard albums
Output: NEG
Golden Ears . A Moose from California compared Audra's "Bill" with one done by Jane Monheit. I took his advise and listened to both. Audra sounds like a church choir singer making an attempt at jazz. The Moose from California has a tin ear when it comes to quality and soul.This is a sad recording as far as jazz goes. It should be in the cabaret bin. Absolutely!!
Output: NEG
Another disappointment from MoS . Although you get alot of songs for $25, you get a lot of garbage which has been typical from MoS in the past two years.  The best songs are from the album that features hits from the past.  You can't really go wrong there.  You'd be better downloading the 10 good songs from iTunes and saving $15
Output: NEG
Really the thing that gets me . Really the thing that gets me is not Dolphy's playing at all.  It's Bobby Hutcherson's.  He is a master on this album, proving solo after solo that his taste is something to be reckoned with.    If you are a fan of the vibraphones, and want to hear them used the exact opposite of the way that the Modern Jazz Quartet used them, grab your keys, walk out of your door, lock your door, walk down the path in front of your house, out of your front yard, shutting the small latch on your gate, get in your car and go to a music store.  Once there, head to the jazz section and get this album.    Or, you know, click BUY.    Either way.  It'll work
Output: POS
Great music but poor quality disc . I bought this several years ago (before Amazon was around), and I love it. I loved the song "Bangkok" back when it got so much airplay in the 80's, and it was a pleasure to hear the rest of the musical. However, after spending $35 on the 2 disc set, one of the cd's cracked after a few plays. It wasn't my player, or anything like that - it just simply cracked. So one of these days I will replace it, and then I will be SURE to make a backup straight off just in case.     Also, I've never heard the Broadway version, but my husband has listened to both and says the original London cast version is far superior
Output: POS
I'm sure if it were sung in english, I'd hate it . Japanese singing is cool to listen to. It is an elegant language that sounds really good in combination with the synthesized pop style..(not synth pop mind you, but keyboard drums and all).  I am sure that if it were done in english, I would look at it the same way I look at britney spears...
Output: POS
Why did I buy This? . What's worse than a bad cd?  "The Burdens of Being Upright."  I don't even know where to start.  I bought it because I really liked the first song "Mother Mother" (which is the only reason why Tracy Bonham even gets 2 stars from me)... and I was completely disappointed with the rest of the album.  The songs aren't interesting and the whole thing all in all is just simply not worth the money.  Unless its used and only costs like, two bucks.  Actually, when I went to to trade it in at the record store, they only offered me 25 cents for it because they have so many copies of it and nobody wants them.  And I took the quarter! If you like grunge music, there's a chance that you might like this, but you most likely still won't
Output: NEG
This is great! . I was introduced to Sissel through a recent trip to Norway.  She has a voice of an Angel!  Through buying this CD, which I listen to in the car on the way to and from work, for a relaxing mood, I have been introduced to her other CD's.  Wish they were more available in the USA.  I really enjoy this album
Output: POS
Thug Rap??? Please...(2.5 stars) . A lot of people are meriting Ja's credibility on all his albums because he has been able to keep his voice on the airwaves since 1998. So he released his sophomore album Rule 3:36 in Sept 2000, that is one of the worst Ja albums I've heard (not the worst, The Last Temptation takes that title).     Ja tries to be "gangstafied" on this album but fails terribly. Starting with the first single "Me & You" thinking his thug style can attract women. I haven't bought the concept in 2000, and I'm still not buying it six years later. Or how about the flat falling track "F*** You" featuring Vita and 01?    Or as many revewers have pointed out that he tries to boast his singing vocals on this album, which seriously damages his creditablity. How about the song "Put It On Me" before Lil Mo joined song. Sounds wack(er) with out her. Or how about the late Barry White imitation on the song "Extacy" (and thats one of the decent tracks on this album). Oh and remember when "Between Me & You" was highly antacipated that you downloaded the single on Napster? Well do you remember that the origonal/demo that some of you downloaded didn't have Christina Millian singing the hook, but had Ja singing it himself. Thank god that wasn't on the album.      Now there are some listenable tracks on this album that I would like to point out. "6 Feet" is a standout track, and is possibly the best track on this album and my personal favorite. "Watching Me" is another tight track, as Ja spits with a load of energy within him. "I Cry" and as mentioned earlier "Extacy" are decent at best. Other than that, most of the tracks on this album are skippable.    Overall, a sub medicore Ja Rule album. Most of the 4 and 5 star reviewers are either big time Ja Rule fans or just in love with mainstream overrated rap ("Put It On Me" [Remix]). To me, this album is nothing else but a pop rap, falsafied thug rap album that just doesn't appeal to me. I recommend this to hardcore Ja Rule fans if they don't have this already.    Lyrics: C  Production: C+  Guest Appearances: C-  Musical Vibes: D-    Favorite Tracks: Watching Me, 6 Feet, Die, Extacy    Honorable Mention Track : Chris Black (skit
Output: NEG
Solid DIsc . this disc is blazing but not quite as deep as Romantic Warrior.but still Chick,Al,Stanley&amp;Lenny give up the Rock,Jazz&amp;Funk and Fuse a strong brew here.Celebration Suite Part 1&amp;2 take this disc to another  Level.the Playing is very Intense&amp;tight.when folks say so&amp;so is one  of the Greatest Guitarist of All-Time they have to Include AL DiMeola. his  solos ain't no joke.Lenny solos and they are banging.Stanley is incredible  as usual&amp;Chick Corea has no-Limits
Output: POS
Wonderfully entertaining classic Celtic storytelling . This wonderful collection of stories is a favorite of mychildren. My children ask for this one again and again, but I enjoyhearing the masterfully told stories so much, I don't mind hearing it over and over myself
Output: POS
Beautiful!! . This is a finely crafted album, it's just beautiful. Background harmonies from Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Ricky Skaggs, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Trisha Yearwood.... Patty is fantastic on her own, but with these voices blended in, something special was created.
Output: POS
The Chrysler... . Definitely one for all time...when I first heard 'Raised on Robbery' (on the radio, in Omaha, NE of all places), I immediately had images of a dashing Cary Grant, Gary Cooper type, dressed to the nines, cooling his heels with a Rob Roy in the lounge of the Chrysler Building, not 'the Empire Hotel' replete with all that glorious, stainless steel, polished oak and mother of pearl, art-deco; set in a slight, yet crisp, sepia tone, black and white...Joni painted all that in my mind in 32 bars, then here comes the lady 'in lacy sleeves'...she's a trubador not unlike Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, a story teller of the highest order and an artist with no peer.  Buy it
Output: POS
Auspicious Debut . This is a great debut album from a very talented Canadian artist named Amanda Marshall. She's had big success in Canada, but not so much in the US. I don't understand why that is, and if you listen to this CD I think you'll agree with me. There was 6 big singles from this album, and even the non single tracks are awesome. The closing track "Promises" is stunning and raw in emotion. "Let It Rain" was the first single and it's definately a powerful song that resonates with listeners, a song about searching for redemption. "Dark Horse" was also a big hit. "Birmingham" is a great song about a woman in an abusive relationship who finally leaves her man. "Fall From Grace" and "Beautiful Goodbye" were also singles and other favorites of mine. I highly recommend checking this CD out if you haven't already
Output: POS
Mediocre . The songs are poor, the recording quality is worse. For some reason no one can duplicate the sacd multichannel quality in Dire Straits or Allison Krause
Output: NEG
takes u to the time when u thought milli vanilli was actually singing(sic!) . this is the type of cookie cutter crappy late eighties dreck that was played on a lot of radio stations at the time. although, cheesy as it is now, definitely takes you back to a time and place, abeit, a very cheesy time and place. anybody still growing their mullet!(sic!
Output: NEG
Fantastic musicians, wonderful  music . Doc Watson is great, and so is Clarence Ashley. This is music worth listening to. Often
Output: POS
Words cannot express . Where to begin? To put it as briefly as possible, if you're an adventurous music listener you will not be disappointed by Blueberry Boat. This is the most inventive work I've heard since Radiohead's Kid A. (No small feat). Every style you could imagine is carefully melded into one, including the most wonderfully bizzare lyrics I have ever heard. No sense discussing every track ad nauseam, each individual will form their own opinions. I can only give this my highest and most urgent recommendation.    Pay no mind to the impatient simps who give this album one star and call it "the worst of all time." Sit down with Blueberry Boat; listen to it as many times as you have to. Those who *get* this musical gift from the Friedbergers will fall in love. Give it a chance and you may be pleasantly surprised
Output: POS
Very catchy album . Hot Hot Heat's Make up the Breakdown is a follow-up of Knock Knock Knock. Personally, if you're a big Hot Hot Heat fan, this will be one of your most favorite albums. Each and every song is unique and has catchy beats that will make you want to dance. The first song Naked in the City Again is great.  The second song, No, Not Now, is a popular tune that you can't help but start movin'. Get in or Get out has some of the most rad keyboarding parts. Bandages, one of the biggest hits on the album is sort of what boosted Hot Hot Heat's career and just this one song will make the album worth purchasing. Oh Goddamnit is such an amazing song, with very fun lyrics so you're bound to sing along. The next song Aveda keeps many of us wondering: Ex-Girlfriend or Hair Product? Either way you'll like you'll still enjoy this song. This Town, many believe was written about some crazy fans, you listen and decide for yourself. Talk to Me, Dance with Me was also a very big hit that got fans into Hot Hot Heat. This song makes me dance, sing, and every other thing you can do to your favorite song. On Save us S.O.S. you will love how deep the lead singer, Steve Bays' voice sounds, your heart will melt. Although very different from Hot Hot Heat's normal songs, In Cairo, is also a great song and adds a fabulous ending to Make up the Breakdown. This cd will be in your stereo for hours on end. The songs are addicting so this album is definately worth it's money.
Output: POS
Don't be so harsh on Ann . I understand that many of you who have bought this CD will be Broadway lovers (and I am one myself)and you will be used to the lead roles having amazing powerful voices. But just as important as good singing is good acting. I think that Ann interpreted Roxie as a wannabe who had the enthusiasm but lacked the talent, which makes her raspy tones and sing-speak completely plausible. It also supports the theme that you can use other things than talent to get yourself to the top This may not be the way you like Roxie played, but you shouldn't shun Ann's interpretation. It's a good thing if there is more than one way of having a character played, I think so anyway.  Personally I love the Miramax film, but I enjoy comparing these 2 and seeing the differences
Output: POS
The song samples proved me right. . I've listened to the samples of this Cd, and I was proved right. This Cd, along with this groups other Cds were emotionless, has no depth, originality, or meaning. The songs like "Without You" are just sickening to listen to. Not only do their voices sound sickening to the point where I want to wretch, but the songs on this Cd are just depressing to the point where you want to kill yourself. The originals were depressing, and so are the new versions of these songs. This is really getting old. Buy something from Joseph Vargo instead. Maybe there is something with originality in it. I'm sorry, but the truth hurts, and we need to face it. Don't buy this Cd, or all of Il Divo's Cds unless you want someone to laugh at you
Output: NEG
A Simple Review . Buy this CD. The songs are excellent,as per usual. This CD is more rock, with the same enjoyable dispostion... to quote from track 6, Decatur St. "I'm one of them sad boys who's hypnotized by girl's who walk the walk..."or track 5 The Killer.... "I want you to burn me til I feel it..." ... need one say more
Output: POS
WTF???????!!!!!!! . This is PT worst album made. Every track on this album is bad! Lame lyrics, awful beats and there in no decent guests on this album. Murda man was a awful diss track to Lil Jon, PT has lost his game thats all. Also I wanna why PT has the beef with lil jon anyway. If you want so good albums get Trill by Bun B, Ghetto Bill Gates by Master P.
Output: NEG
A great place to start . Prefab Sprout, a band that just ages very well.  Thomas Dolby's footprints are all over this recording.    While this CD lacks "Wild Horses", it contains just about every song any fan could wish for.  Hands down, it beats the Life of Surprises compilation with its inclusions of "Lions in My Own Garden"  and other material from Swoon, as well as such gems such as "The Golden Calf" (a personal favorite of mine) off From Langley Park to Memphis as well as the wonderful "Bonny" from Steve McQueen/Two Wheels Good.    I think I could listen to this CD for weeks on end and never tire of such greats as "Life of Suprises", "The Sound Of Crying", "Carnival 2000", "Appetite" and so many others.    Yes, you could go buy all the Sprout's stuff (which I recommend highly).  Still, this is a great way to savor one of the most wonderful bands out there.
Output: POS
Rubbish . Yo, don't take this the wrong way because I'm not a hater but rather a big biggie fan. But this album is terrible. Its nothing but easy money for greedy producers by using old Biggie verses and whipping up new beats. Biggie certainly didn't leave very much unreleased material unlike Tupac then again I suppose he wasn't expecting he was going to die. But they still shouldn't do s*** like this. If you want to support Biggie's legacy this year which isn't a bad idea, pick up one of the classics - Ready 2 Die or Life After Death.
Output: NEG
Phenominal! . Madman Across The Water.  Wow! This is an essential Elton John album.      By now, most are familiar with the opening track, Tiny Dancer.  Beautiful piano and a melodic falseto set the tone for this, my favorite Elton John tune (and I have many!).  Levon and the title track are also two huge standouts of this album.  This is less a collection of singles with filler as E.J. has been accused of creating later in his career.  Taken as a whole, this album is simply a masterpiece.     Madman was created before the flashy Goodbye Yellow Brick Road days, with all the pomp and ceremony that came along with it.  Here's you get the feeling of a new artist, hungry and clawing to get to the top of the pack.  He's succeeded with this effort and hasn't looked back since.    If you're a partial E.J. fan and are looking for some of his slightly more obscure work, Madman Across The Water would be a perfect and thoroughly enjoyable choice
Output: POS
absolutely surerb! . I love every track of this CD. Specially, 'Missing you now', 'Now that I found you' and 'We're not making love anymore'. He sounds so perfect for me and I completely leave everything when anybody plays his song. Great lyrics, perfect pitch and absolutely worthy CD to buy. ITS SUPERB and deserves more than 5 stars
Output: POS
Michelle Branch rocks! . I got this yesterday for Christmas after hearing the song, " You Set Me Free" used on the Ice Princess Soundtrack, and i love it! Well, most of it. Here's my review of The Spirit Room.    1. Everywhere- 9/10- A fun and upbeat song. Pretty good, love the intro to it.     2. You Get Me- 5/10- It's pretty, but just too slow to me. Maybe it'll grow on me eventually.     3. All You Wanted- 10/10- The BEST on the album. Love it! Was this a single? If not, it definalty should have been.     4. You Set Me Free- 10/10- Like i already wrote, I got this CD after hearing this song on Ice Princess. Really good and fun to sing to.     5. Something to Sleep To- 7/10- OK. You should listen to it if you want to go to sleep. I still think it's OK.    6. Here With Me- 9/10- Love the beginning and the chorus. It seems like a really good song for a party.    7. Sweet Misery- 6/10- OK also. I just don't really like how the chorus is and it's too short.    8. If Only She Knew- 10/10- Fun and cool. One of my favorites.     9. I'd Rather Be in Love- 7/10- Sounds alot like Sweet Misery.    10. Goodbye to You- 8/10- This is a really pretty song about moving on in life.    11. Drop in the OCean- I don't really get this song. I'm not going to rate it.    Overall, this CD gets an A. It's pretty good. I think you should buy it
Output: POS
BEAUTIFUL . What a warm gift.    Thanks Faith!!    This CD was well coordinated and crafted.  The kind of CD you bake cookies, cut greens, make pies, kiss and hug family, kids, while playing.
Output: POS
Shhhh. Listen . Miles always let the music do the talking, so my advice is just listen to this album. Nevertheless, I will bang on about it a bit, just like the others.  This is a CD I put on after I come back from the pub, or club at night when I've had a few drinks or whatever. Somehow it just calls out to me "Luke... Luke... PLAY ME" and I do. It never fails to move me (and sometimes physically). It is a strange, dark brew of textured piano and electric piano riffs and some minimal rythmical work by Williams and Holland, with Miles gliding over it like only he can and John McLaughlin creating great atmosphere with some wonderful guitar work. It is raw, like most Miles Davis stuff, but also very smooth and peaceful - with a kind of dark streak running through the middle. Quite unlike any music you will hear these days, bar perhaps Aphex Twin.  When I first got this album I thought it was incredible and powerful and was even quite scared of it for a while - it seemed to possess some kind of quiet voodoo power. There is magic in this music, definitely. But, over the years I have listened to it regularly and it continues to give me warm pleasures. Every listen becomes a rich, rewarding experience. It is a real grower, and calmer than most of Miles' other fusion work. It is a good companion to "A Tribute To Jack Johnson" (Mainly because of the presence of McLaughlin on guitar), although this album is far less aggressive, and more gentle and mysterious. The album will take you on a pleasant little journey down a bubbling creek, in the middle of the night...
Output: POS
Disc 1 is superb...disc 2 is so-so . MY feeling of Europe '72 is this: Love, love, love disc 1. Every song is performed with energy, great jams and one of my favorite Tennesse Jed's ever. Disc 2 on the other hand bores me a bit. Truckin' is great, but the Prelude&gt;Morning Dew is boring to me. But the bonus material (starting with a beautiful and etheral Looks like Rain) redeems it. So not a perfect live disc, no other official releases truly shows the creative live peak musically and songwriting-erly (is that a word?) the boys were in 1972, in the midst of their prime
Output: POS
The new sony is very poor quality . I bought this never having problems from Amazon.com before.  They did not state that this was a Sony product and when I received it, all the CD had on it was a root kit virus.  It would not even play in my CD player.  When I tried to read the CD to copy and burn the "WAV" files to a new CD so I could just listen to the music, all there were on the CD was executables and no sound files.    Sony is very poor quality now and I do not want to buy it again
Output: NEG
Your Disco Needs Kylie . When Kylie released the single "Spinning Around"...that's what it...Kylie was popular again...the difficult songs were history. It was time for new sex & dance Kylie. The single went number 1 in UK and it was a real success all over the world. The second single "On a Night Like This" went number 2 in UK and also "Kids" (a classic song made with Robbie Williams) went number 2. The album wen through the roof annd it was Kylie's time for her greatest success ever. Even the beginning of her carriere where she sang "I Should Be So Lucky" and "The Loco-Motion" can't be compared this time. There was released one more single in UK "Please Stay" which also went to top ten. "Your Disco Needs You" is so fresh and powerful that it is one my favourites from this album...the chorus is excellent...it's wonderful when Kylie uses a choir. "Bittersweet Goodbye" is a peaceful and sad song...Kylie's voice is very sad. Other songs are more like party songs and that's why this is recommended for everybody who wants to dance...or likes good music. By the way, what does "I'm Under the Influence of Love" means? I have an idea for that.   Stars: Spinning Around, On a Night Like This, Your Disco Needs You, Please Stay, Kid
Output: POS
This is not the complete best of Fleetwood Mac! . To call this the Best of Fleetwood Mac is a little far-fetched--it does not include any of their hits and great songs from 1967-1974, forgetting the songwriting of Peter Green, Danny Kirwan, and Bob Welch..It is not a complete so called greatest hits without including the early era--the title should have read-Fleetwood Mac-the best of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham.  I am not knocking this lineup and I love the songs but my favorite is Fleetwood Mac--the Blues--the Roots.  I suggest the Then Play On album to get a really good idea how Fleetwood Mac was before Stevie and Lindsay..  Also, do not forget Bob Welch and Mystery to Me album--another Gem!!!
Output: NEG
Fnak - this is bad. . I liked the first album and I won't pretend to be an aficionado of this genre, but some things I have learned:    1) Don't rap with a touch of laryngitis  2) Maybe sing/rap with the beat and not just near it  3) Drop the "my life sucks" and "everyone hates me" tracks - whoops that is the entire album  4) I don't think the world can stand more than one rapped sad piano ballad  5) If every background singer has a better voice, perhaps your are done    Anyone want to buy a used CD
Output: NEG