The Blend [EP]

The Blend [EP]

Track Listings

1. Blend [Original Blend Radio Edit]

2. Blend [Herbal Blend]

3. Blend [Mrs. Chombee Takes the Plunge]

4. Blend [Cuban Blend]

5. Blend [Peanut Butter Blend]

The Blend,The Herbaliser,Ninja Tune,Ambient Breakbeat,Ambient Techno,Dance Music,Electronica,Hip-Hop,Pop,Techno,Trip-Hop

Still I Can't Be Still
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Totally Menzel

Beyond Wonderful

IDINA MENZEL IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!

Awsome

ALMOST THERE IDINA!

Still I Can't Be Still
Idina Menzel
Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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WICKED: THE GRIMMERIE, A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT THE HIT BROADWAY MUSICAL

See What I Wanna See (2005 Original Off-Broadway Cast)

Civilian

ASIN: B00000AFDU
Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

Minuet
Larissa's Lagoon
Follow If You Lead
All Of The Above
Still I Can't Be Still
Think Too Much
Planet Z
Fool Out Of Me
Reach
Straw Into Gold
Heart On My Sleeve

Customer Reviews:

Totally Menzel.......2007-07-07

The first time I heard this CD I liked it. The second time I listened I really started to get into it and to enjoy the gift that Idina Menzel wants to share. A powerful voice with vunerable lyrics. It's a great combination!!!

Beyond Wonderful.......2007-04-02

Why is Idina Menzel's name not splashed on the covers of magazines? She's got the looks, she's got the connections(hello, ultra famous husband?) and she's got the talent-ten times more than any simpleton on the music scene right now.
A fan to the core, I admire Idina from way back in the day-Rent OBC-to the more recent projects-Wicked, Rent the movie, etc etc. and I can say that this is by far the best exhibition of her talent. Why is this not an international bestseller? This is truly beyond me.
Menzel has an incredible voice, and amazing song writing skills. The songs she sings are so full of that very Idina-y personality that you just can't get anywhere else. Who else could pull off a "Think Too Much"....genius. I've never thought about Guys in Tuxedos before listening to this song, but now that I think about it, they are kind of decieving. She has that blues-y charm and deep voice that despite what you may say would knock Shoshana Bean on her kiester and blows everyone and anyone out of the park. I highly, highly reccomend this CD for anyone who likes pop,rock,blues,jazz, broadway, or just plain talent.

IDINA MENZEL IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-02-10

This is one HECK of a first album! The songs are awesome to sing and dance to. The song that definately deserves the title of "Best Song" is a combo of "Planet Z," "Minuet," and the title song, "Still I Can't Be Still". This, and any of Idina's work, is worth getting, just to hear that VOICE!

Awsome.......2007-01-30

If you love Idina Menzel in either of her major broadway roles, you will love this CD. The lyrics seem a little random, but I get the feeling, that is Idina for you. Having written all the lyrics herself, she preforms them with a passion and formiliarity, not all artist acheive. I would and have recomended this Cd to anyone who has at least heard of Idina. I love it.

ALMOST THERE IDINA!.......2007-01-21

I FEEL THAT THIS CD IS VERY GOOD! SOME OF THE SONGS ARE VERY EARLY 70'S SOUNDING. THERE ARE A COUPLE OF SONGS THAT IDINA SINGS THAT REALLY SHOW OFF HER VOICE!! THOSE ARE AWSOME!! IT'S A GOOD STARTER ALBUM!! I WISH IT HAD MORE SOUL SINGING SONGS, BUT VERY GOOD!

- JENN S. ****

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A fine studio effort!!
excellence and mediocrity
You'll be skipping over the furrows with this band
Adrienne Young
What do you say...

Plow to the End of the Row
Adrienne Young & Little Sadie
Manufacturer: Addie Belle
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0001XARE0
Release Date: 2004-04-13

Tracks:

Plow To The End Of The Row
Leather Britches
Home Remedy
Sadie's Song
Nippers Corner
I Cannot Justify
Conestoga
Poison
Her Eyes Were Watching God
Blinded By Stars
Soldier's Joy
Marching Jaybird
Lonesome Road Blues
Satan, Yer Kingdom Must Come Down

Customer Reviews:

A fine studio effort!!.......2006-08-15

Recording & mixing is excellent. Adrienne has such fine voice and style. All of the musicianship from the band members is quality.

excellence and mediocrity.......2006-03-21

Some of these songs are pure excellence! Young's arrangement and performance of traditional tunes is fantastic- good for a big fun family dance party. The original songs are eneven: Plow to the End of the Row is really good, but Home Remedy is sappy and gets old fast. A couple of political songs are well written and performed, but annoying in their suprficial treatment of complicated issues (or maybe I just disagree with her!). I bought this after hearing Leather Breaches on the radio and thought I would get a great old-time music album. What I got was a good folk album with some strong old time influence. If that's what you're after and you agree with her politics (she is admirably spunky) you will love this. If your looking for good old-time music you'll get about three excellent songs here and some filler.

You'll be skipping over the furrows with this band.......2005-09-27

Wow! what a great band. Heard "Wedding Ring" on XM Radio and promptly purchased both Plow... and The Art of Virtue. An easy way to raise one's spirits, put a smile on your face and want to dance. (And, that's just the music, before you listen to the thoughtful lyrics). Anxiously awaiting any music they produce in the future. Get both of these albums; all the tracks are exceptional!! Thank you Adrienne Young and Little Sadie for such fine music.

Adrienne Young.......2005-09-06

Sitting in a Starbucks, I heard a song of hers for the first time and loved it so much that I was compelled to ask Starbucks staff who was singing (had never heard of Adrienne Young before). After returning home, I went straight to the computer and ordered "Plow to the End of the Row" from Amazon -- and have since bought two more copies as gifts. Second best part: Her CD came with flower seeds!!!

What do you say..........2005-05-01

when you're speechless? Trust me, you will feel cheated when the CD is over. You'll wish it would go on and on. Adrienne Young is fabulous. If I had only one word to describe this music it would be "comfort". Thanks Adrienne and Little Sadie.

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The pleasure in the feeling of non-existence
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL
This is great!
Masterful & mystical "new age music" from KARUNESH
Call of the Mystic~Karunesh

Call of the Mystic
Karunesh
Manufacturer: Real Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00020HDXU
Release Date: 2004-05-11

Tracks:

For the Joy of it All
Hearing You Now
Monsoon's Dance
Mount Kailash
Sunrise at the Ganges
Zensual
And the Grass Grows by Itself
Ancient Voices

Album Description

While other genre labels like Narada and Windham Hill diversified from their new age roots, Real Music has been consistent over the years in providing nothing but the best music for relaxation, meditation and spiritual enhancement. Their most notable recordings come from an Eastern Buddhist mindset, with multi-instrumentalist Karunesh leading the pack on the strength of previous discs Zen Breakfast and Nirvana Café. His basic approach to contemplative music involves a blend of exotic textures (bells, chimes, Tibetan bowls, sitar and Chinese instruments) with easy grooves and rich walls of ambience. The new collection's trance inducing instrumentation and sensuous rhythms begins with a few minutes of pure ambience and sitar, before slowly introducing a gentle percussive line ("For the Joy of It All"); Avinash's graceful Indian violin carries a mournful beauty that is also part of the similarly hypnotic, easy grooving "Monsoon's Dance." Bikram's Bansuri flute floats through beautifully in key locations, such as the introduction of "Mount Kailash." While the uninitiated might feel that there's a certain repetitive nature to the tracks (which usually begin with sparse instrumentation before the electricity is turned on), the intention is more to invoke a sense of inner peace than to be truly innovative. The title of the richly textured "Zensual" sums up the mystical intent of the thought provoking exercise.

~ Jonathan Widran, All Music Guide

Customer Reviews:

The pleasure in the feeling of non-existence.......2006-05-28

I heard the song "Monsoon Dance" on sky.fm. I previewed other songs and then bought almost all songs. Others are fine too, just listened once.

It's been 4 days since I bought them. I am not listening to any other song than Monsoon Dance for almost 4 days, day and night.. I am usually obsessed with these kind of mystic songs, listening to one song at a time for days a stretch, even when I sleep.

Thats the effect of the song Monsoon Dance. Truly, the mystic feeling of non-existence is an amazing pleasure. I feel one with the entire universe when I listen to this song.

I wonder what the composer might have gone through to come up with such an amazing piece of music. The Indian violin's effect is rather deep.

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.......2006-03-10

This is one of the most beautiful CDs I have every heard. I bring it everywhere when I need to relax. The sound of the instruments from India are just breathtaking.

This is great!.......2006-01-12

....if you like really strange, annoying German people who try to go "native." This is nothing but commodified exoticism; music for spiritual enhancement my arse....

Masterful & mystical "new age music" from KARUNESH .......2005-09-23

I discovered the music of this German-born composer/multi-instrumentalist by accident. I was browsing in the new age music section at a certain mega-bookstore, looking for the latest CD from Kitaro (one of my favorite artists.) Well, I didn't find the Kitaro disc that day, but another CD soon caught my eye, one by an artist I'd never heard of - "Call of the Mystic" by Karunesh. Curious about the cover-art and song titles, I put the CD on the store's headphone listening station. I was soon immersed in the music, and intrigued by its exotic sounds. Of course, these were only brief sound clips from the album, so as each snatch of music soon cut off, I was left wanting to hear more. I then came home, found the CD on Amazon, and ordered it (sorry to the bookstore, but your prices were just too high! : ) Anyway, to make a long story short, in the several months since then, I have become a major fan of Karunesh (pronounced "Care-un-ish", which is, I learned, also the sanscrit word for "compassion".) I have now also collected several titles from his extensive back catalog, and while all of his albums have their own strengths, I believe that "Call of the Mystic" still rates as one of his finest overall releases. With it's mystical/mysterious feel, warm synth textures, and heavy use of exotic instruments, this CD literally makes me feel better when I listen to it. I know that the term "healing music" is probably overused in this genre, but in this case the term really fits. It's one of those rare albums that somehow pulls the listener into its World, and transports them to a better state-of-mind for it's duration. (Kitaro is perhaps the only other new age artist who's work has this effect on me.) Like most of Karunesh's works, this album is fully instrumental (So those of you who do not like vocals/lyrics with your new age music will be particularly pleased!), with all of the tracks running in the 5 to 7 minute range (a good length for this type of music.) Now, as people usually like points of comparsion for reviews such as this, I would say that Karunesh falls into the same general "new age/instrumental/electronic" genre as Kitaro, Vangelis, or Patrick O'Hearn (although his music's rarely as gloomy as O'Hearn's can be.) However, comparisons can tend to be a tad misleading, and at the end of the day Karunesh is a unique artist who's music has a personality of its own...Here is a quick rundown of all the tracks: the album opens with "The Joy of It All", an Eastern-flavored track which benefits from a hypnotic percussion groove and the sitar work of special guest Govi (a respected new age artist in his own right.) "Hearing You Now" features piano/flute lines that rotate back and forth, and an ear-catching mix of both electronic & acoustic drumming. "Monsoon's Dance" gives us one of Karunesh's most memorable melodies, played with a gorgeous blend of piano, Indian violin, and synth/percussion backing. "Mount Kailash" has a deeply-spiritual feel, and is highlighted by another guest spot from Govi (this time playing what sounds like an acoustic guitar run through a digital delay effect...quite a beguiling sound, actually!) "Sunrise at the Ganges" is basically a sitar/flute duet set over a backdrop of synth chords and Indian-style drumming. "Zensual" takes on a darker, electronic tone, with some mysterious "reed"-like synth soloing, layers of keyboard ambience, and a sensual rhythmic groove. "And the Grass Grows by Itself" adds some contrast to the pevious track, based mainly around acoustic sounds and a fun, hopeful melody. This track also features the hum of a Tibetan singing bowl (an unusal sound that I have come to like.) Lastly, "Ancient Voices", the only track with no noticable percussion line, is made up almost entirely of sitar and woodwind sounds, and serves to end the album on a peaceful, contemplative note. All in all, this is an album (and artist) that should not be missed if you are a fan of new age music. I will have to agree with what another reviewer said about Amazon's soundclips, though. The brief clips here are all of the opening moments of these songs, before the main themes really kick in - so the CD really does need to be heard in its full context to be truly appreciated. Also, speaking of other reviews, I think it is quite remarkable that of the six customer reviews that have been posted of this CD thus far, EVERY single one has given it a perfect 5 stars!...Amen!

Call of the Mystic~Karunesh.......2005-07-10

Even though this is my first experience with Karunesh, this album was exactly what I expected,...and I enjoyed the different selection of instruments used to evoke a light, whimsical, and meditative feeling of calm. Recommended for light meditation, yoga practice, or massage therapy.

Tchaikovsky At Tea Time: A Refreshing Blend For Body And Spirit

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Tchaikovsky and Tchai
Teatime...or otherwise.
Tchaikovsky's Dreamier Music: A Soothing Album
Beautiful
Tchaikovsky's Most Enchanting Tunes

Tchaikovsky At Tea Time: A Refreshing Blend For Body And Spirit

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000041FC
Release Date: 1996-06-11

Tracks:

String Quartet No. 1 In D: Andante Cantabile
Swan Lake: Odette And The Prince (Act II)
Piano Concerto No. 1 In B-Flat Minor: Andantino
Swan Lake: Pas de deux (Act III)
The Sleeping Beauty: Panorama (Act II)
Violin Concerto In D: Canzonetta (Andante)
The Nutcracker Suit (Selections): Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy
The Nutcracker Suit (Selections): Coffee Dance
The Nutcracker Suit (Selections): Tea Dance
The Nutcracker Suit (Selections): Dance Of The Reed-pipes
Rococco Variations: Final variation
Piano Trio In A Minor: Andante con moto
Piano Trio In A Minor: Variation I. L'istesso tempo
Piano Trio In A Minor: Variation IX. Andante flebile, ma non tanto
Piano Trio In A Minor: Variation XI. Moderato
The Sleeping Beauty: Vision Of Aurora
Serenade For Strings In C: Elegie: Larghtto elegiaco

Customer Reviews:

Tchaikovsky and Tchai.......2006-07-17

I wondered what do Tchaikovsky and Tea have in common, and then I remembered that in many countries across the world - the word for tea is "tchai". That aside, yes, this is a refreshing blend of music, perfect for tea time - relaxing and reviving at the same time, and quite a bit dreamy.

Teatime...or otherwise........2005-11-02

I've owned this for years & play it often. It IS perfect for teatime, as it makes pleasant background music which you can talk over....but is also great w/volume up in car w/it's rambunctious side and incredible instrumentation. A really nice blend of Tchaikovsky's pieces.

Tchaikovsky's Dreamier Music: A Soothing Album.......2005-07-31

"Set your Life to Classical Music" is a fine album series that feature beautiful classical music for background music of any occasion- weddings, barbecues, breakfast, beauty sleep, bathtime, reading a book, romantic dinner, massages you name it. And indeed many classical pieces are perfectly therapeutic sessions in themselves. This album features the more intimate-sounding, soulful, sweet and relaxing tunes of Tchaikovsky. He did compose heavier and more dramatically intense music- his later symphonies, his Overtures and operas. But here we hear no Russian fire or harshness. Instead we are treated to the charming Mozartian style works of the Roccoco Variations and the Piano Trios. The disc also features the Andantino from his Piano Concerto No. 1 - and that piece is almost a Chopin Nocturne, with beautiful soft rubato and dream-like qualities. Included here is also the Pas De Deux and Odette and Siegfried theme from his ballet Swan Lake, lilting and graceful as the dancers movements themselves. The dance divertissements from Nutcracker round out the ballet segments with charming allure. The melancholy String Quartet and Serenade For Strings is here as well and not to mention the beautiful, wistful excerpts from the ballet Sleeping Beauty, his greatest ballet. The Panorama and Vision of Aurora played with delicate strings and sublime technicality. This is indeed a "refreshing blend for body and spirit" and is in fact perfect to listen to while drinking tea cosnidering you drink tea. I have tried it and believe me the experience is very soothing and refreshing. Try putting this on in your miniature CD player with headphones, then go out into an outdoor, natural environment, a park or a backyard garden or patio, and drink tea or read a book and you will find this is a fine companion.

Beautiful.......2003-08-25

One of the best aspects of Tchiakovsky's music is the ocnsistency: he just DIDN'T compose any bad pieces. And with such consistency, you can compile a CD such as this.
THis CD gives you a proper taste of Tchaikovsky's style, and is a very nice sampler of some of his most famous works. This CD lacks some of his more energetically volatile works, but it thus lives up to its title. It is extremely relaxing, and soothes you as you listen to it. The works are melodic, and the orchestras and soloists are superb, especially in the Serenade and the Rococco Variations. I highly recommend this CD for anyone, even if you aren't a huge classical music fan.

Tchaikovsky's Most Enchanting Tunes.......2000-08-19

Like the title suggest, a good companion for tea time. Or any time. The music of Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky is beautiful, lyrical and full of a grace and charm that parallels to Mozart's. A great collection of music by the legendary Russian composer. He had a gift for making music in a style that did not sway away from Russian folk music but that added a Classical perfection, or better yet a Romantic mastership. Who can forget the Sleeping Beauty suite. Here is the Panorama scene.. gorgeous music. I recommend the entire ballet score. The Nutcraker and Swan Lake are also here. The Piano concerto no. 1 in B, Andante Cantibile and so much more. I garauntee any listener satisfaction.

Hotel Tara: The Intimate Side of Buddha-Lounge

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Buddha bar Specialist
Unwind with this...
A maverick New Age/Eastern hybrid classic!
Blissful Eastern Chill
The Ultimate Music for Sacred Lovers

Hotel Tara: The Intimate Side of Buddha-Lounge
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Sequoia Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000784XCG
Release Date: 2005-02-01

Tracks:

LHeure Verte( The Green Hour) - Artemisia
Floating - David Gordon
Space Dance - Althea W.
Apollo 13 - Joe Weineck
Woodland Ride - Ginkgo Garden
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Vinsandaan (Tara Mix) - Hands Upon Black Earth
Season of Renewal (Lounge Mix) - Steve Gordon
Nomads Land - Zingaia
Govinda Hari - Jaya Lakshmi
Enter the Sacred, Part II -
Midday Shade - Ulaim Az Zama Orchestra
Radio Shamanistan - Opera-to-Relax

Album Description

You've arrived in the ultimate luxury resort for your soul. Come into the lounge where you can restore your body, mind and spirit. Settle in as you join our visionary house DJs, the Gordon Brothers (creators of the original Buddha-Lounge series) as they carefully hand-pick the freshest sounds around - exploring the more intimate side of mystical multi-cultural grooves with this perfectly transcendent blend of sensuously hypnotic rhythms, richly radiant vocals and an exotic array of ethnic instruments. Featuring an incredible line-up of world/lounge luminaries including Althea W., Ginkgo Garden, Joe Weinek Opera-to-Relax, Peter Mergener, Artemisia, TAU, David & Steve Gordon and many more genre-bending mixologists. De-stress and unwind, as deep ancient wisdom meets with these mesmerizing modern beats to create the definitive nu-global soundtrack for today; perfectly suited for deepening your yoga experience, as the perfect backdrop for socializing or any time you just want to chill-out.

"If you need a compilation to hold you over until the next installment in Sequoia's "Buddha-Lounge" series gets released, HOTEL TARA is the perfect place to take up residence. Like that series, the album features a luscious non-stop mix of ethnic-flavored grooves, spiritual essence and intoxicating beats compiled and mixed by the Gordon brothers. HOTEL TARA ups the "dreamy" quotient, creating an atmosphere that is at once peaceful and soulful. The beats are low-tempo and many of the songs have a touch of Indian instrumentation as well as a subtle retro-lounge flair. Artists include David and Steve Gordon, Gingko Garden, Althea W., Jaya Lakshmi, Artemisia and others. This is a great album for anyone looking for music that is mellow and cerebral - it is perfect for chilling out to."

~ Music Design In Review

Customer Reviews:

Buddha bar Specialist.......2007-04-08

First listen to opera to relax no 13 on cd
then do ur thing
this one song is worth the cd
but all the song itis a gold mine
beautiful

Unwind with this..........2007-03-26

Smooth, sensous, soothing, and sultry. A couple of cuts a little on the "loungy" side but overall this is an excellent CD that delivers exactly what you would expect from the title. The quality of this stuff is definitely a cut above a lot of the other budda-lounge wannabes.

A maverick New Age/Eastern hybrid classic!.......2005-03-25

I am absolutely taken into the beauty and harmony that is the album "Hotel Tara". I first heard this at an independent CD store recently and after finding out who it was, I instantly bought the new album and I am proud of my choice of buying it. This album reminds me very strongly of the Earthtone collection series from years ago. After the apparent and unfortunate demise of the Earthtone label, Sequoia Records seems to have taken the torch and "Hotel Tara" is a powerful CD. "Apollo 13" is a highly eclectic track that incorporates voice effects of a NASA space mission with a gorgeous jazz/New Age groove. "Govinda Hari" is an electrifying song with haunting Eastern Indian voices and a very entrancing melody. This is such a wonderful CD and I highly recommend this.

Blissful Eastern Chill.......2005-03-10

Nothing less than superb ! This new titles from Sequoia Groove is a blissful voyage into the very best of Eastern influenced downtempo chill-out music. A provacative follow up to Sequoia's Buddha Lounge series. This album really transports the listener into some very exoctic and sensuous musical landscapes. I especially love the Jaya Lakshmi track "Govinda Hari" and "Apollo 13" by Joe Werineck which incorporates actual original recordings from the space mission into a lushly textured background of slow and sultry electonica. This is a great addition to any downtempo musical collection. If you like, Buddha Bar or Hotel De Costa you will love Hotel Tara.

The Ultimate Music for Sacred Lovers.......2005-02-10

David & Steve Gordon have done it again ! Just when you thought it could'nt get any better, these musical visionaries deepen the mix even further. Hotel Tara bills itself as "The Intimate Side of Buddha Lounge" and it certainly delivers on that promise. This is an exotic and enticing blend of traditional Eastern music with the very best that Western downtempo-electronica has to offer, featuring an superlative assortment of the very best Sequoia artists and some absolutely alluring new artists. Likely the most noteable being the lead track "L'Heure Verte/The Green Hour"from Artemisia, the new Steve Gordon solo project with it's distinctive tabla beat, exquisite tamboura, sensuous guitar and luminous vocals provided by Jaya Lakshmi whose "Govinda Hari" also graces the album. David Gordon's new solo track "Floating" is also fantastic, melding chill-out and smooth jazz effortlessly into this delightfully transcendent tune. My wife and I have now found our new favorite CD for our intimate encounters and Tantra sessions. These Sequoia Groove titles just keep getting better and better and this one is perfect suited for the the Sacred Lover. Keep them coming. Absolutely delightful.

Company of Strangers - Brown Bag Edition

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Colin Hay is awesome!
Colin Hay at Largo In Los Angeles
As Always, Good Stuff
Colin Hay is Amazing!
colin is brilliant

Company of Strangers - Brown Bag Edition

Manufacturer: Lazy Eye America, Inc
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006LACJ
Release Date: 2002-09-09

Tracks:

I Got Woken Up
Small Town Big Hell
Lucky Bastard
Company Of Strangers
No Win Situation
Dear J
Small Price To Be Free
How Long Will It Last
Lifeline
Don't Wait Up
Beautiful World
And If You Only Knew

Album Description

The 7th solo album from singer/songwriter Colin Hay (from Men at Work). This album shows Colin Hay at the top of his game. It is a most compelling work from a brilliant songwriter. The album has a full electric sound with lush string and horn arrangements. Undoubtedly his best album to date.

Customer Reviews:

Colin Hay is awesome!.......2006-05-11

My husband turned me on to Colin Hay as he and his best friend from high school were big "Men at Work" fans and subsequently followed his solo career. "Company of Strangers and "How Long Will It Last?" are beautiful, beautiful songs. I love the strings in "Company of Strangers"; it's a mesmerizing song. Of course, the lyrics on this CD are fantastic, as always, especially in "How Long Will It Last?"

This is my favorite CD right now. Buy it. You will NOT be disappointed. All of the songs are good. (The only one I skip is "Lucky Bastard" because I listen to the CD in the van with my 6-year-old and 4-year-old sons. They love Colin Hay and know the lyrics!

Incidentally, my husband and I were fortunate to have seen Colin Hay in concert at a club in Denver this past year. Colin is an OUTSTANDING performer -- funny, too! I can't wait to see him again!

Colin Hay at Largo In Los Angeles.......2006-04-09

Just saw Colin tonight in the tiny club Largo on Fairfax in Los Angeles where he is a egular since he lives here - He began the set acoustic and then brought on four others, including his wife. The set lasted about 2 hours and was filled with Colin's humor and an absolutely amazing array of his solo work and some MAW singles as well. I hadn't purchased any of his solo work, but after tonight, they are all part of my collection - "Company" being the favorite since he played many of the songs found here -

As Always, Good Stuff.......2005-12-30

You may find this one a bit sleepy at first, but stick with it. It's more mid- and slow-tempo than previous Hay albums like "Looking For Jack," "Wayfaring Sons," and "Topanga." On the first pass, only "Small Town Big Hell," "No Win Situation," "Don't Wait Up," and the haunting title track really jumped out at me. However, if you give it a few tries, songs like "I Got Woken Up," "Dear J," "How Long Will it Last" and the closer really start to grow on you. I started out mildly disappointed and ended up thinking it's among the best work he's ever done. It also features the third recording thus far of "Beautiful World," this one virtually indistinguishable from the version on "Man @ Work." It's a gorgeous song, though, so fine by me. All in all, a very worthy buy for fans of this underrated artist.

I provide the following as a checklist for Colin Completists who are stymied and frustrated by the lack of availability of his solo albums. If you wanna have it all, this is what you gotta get (wherever you can get it):
- LOOKING FOR JACK [1986, not commercially available]
- WAYFARING SONS [1990, not commercially available]
- PEAKS & VALLEYS [1992, available on import]
- TOPANGA [1994, available but expensive]
- TRANSCENDENTAL HIGHWAY [1998, available]
- GOING SOMEWHERE [2000, available]
- COMPANY OF STRANGERS [2002, available]
- MAN @ WORK [2003, available]

Good luck!

Colin Hay is Amazing!.......2005-08-19

There is so much to say about this extremely talented artist, but the other reviews have done such a fine job in doing so. Along with Jeff Lynne (of ELO), Colin Hay is one of the most talented, yet under-appreciated musicians of our time. And, this album is truly one of his finest compilations. Colin is one of the few artists that can bring me to tears with the beauty of his music (in a weak moment). :) Order this CD while you can and try to see Colin in concert. You'll see exactly what I mean.

colin is brilliant.......2004-04-03

well I have seen him twice in Australia in the last 4 years and he is not to be missed.The last time was in Melbourne I flew from Perth Western Australia to see him. I love all of his album but my favs are peaks and valleys , T>Highway and Going somewhere.
There are two sites that fans can visit my page at http//www.downundercom.tripod.com which has photos reviews , articles and mosaiscs on colin hay and men at work and also another site called http//www.menatwork.br.com

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Julie Dexter is smooth!
Very Nice
a real surprise
A travesty that she's overlooked!
Every CD Julie Dexter has put out; I recommend that you purchase!

Conscious
Julie Dexter
Manufacturer: Ketch A Vibe Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0006PWJHG
Release Date: 2004-11-23

Tracks:

Choices
Like Ours
Look who's Got Ya Back?
A Place For Us
Show Me Now
Rhythm's daughter
Conscious
Small World
I See Colors
The Race
Rain Song

Album Description

Conscious is the long awaited follow up to Julie Dexter's Peace of Mind and Dexterity which combined have sold over 40,000 copies in their limited release. A dynamic singer/songwriter /composer and producer hailing from Birmingham, England, Julie's artistic passions flow in her latest effort, an insight to her muse on love, trust, and the plight of perseverance. Blending the signature brand of meditative funk and soul from label mate Michael Johnson with her jazzy reggae vocal stylings, together they have produced Conscious.

Customer Reviews:

Julie Dexter is smooth!.......2007-06-08

Very nice and soft sound. I have recommended the "Conscious" CD to many friends. She has a very peaceful voice and it's very easy on the ear. Give her a listen and you'll like her too.

Very Nice.......2007-03-08

Julie's a smooth operator. This is a very nice CD of her work. She's as good on CD as in person. Enjoy it.

a real surprise.......2007-01-10

I had never heard about julie before I found her on amazon.
And this album is a big and pleasant surprise!

A travesty that she's overlooked!.......2006-10-04

My oh my, how could the music world overlook this deep talent? Conscious is soul (not neo-soul, just soul) at it's finest. It is so refreshing when an artist comes along who can sing from the heart and who realizes the importance of top notch musicianship and Julie Dexter certainly fits the bill. After listening to this CD, you're left with a real sense of soul refreshment. You'd better appreciate this sista now!

P.s., I met Julie in person and she's truly a cool sista, just like her music.

Every CD Julie Dexter has put out; I recommend that you purchase!.......2006-03-17

Julie Dexter has also done concerts with a group called Fertile Ground. Make it your business to buy both if you can. Drum beats, reggae vibes, and sultry sounds all included in the Conscious CD. This is a great buy.

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A magical masterpiece
Music of angels
Powerful
Passionate Voice
Soothing and Peaceful

Passionate Voice
Lisbeth Scott
Manufacturer: Word Entertainment
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00065GHCO
Release Date: 2005-01-25

Tracks:

Reveal
To Love and Be Loved
Give
All of These Years
Grace
Surrender
No One But You
Stones
Passionate Voice
Reveal

Album Description

Lisbeth Scott is soloist and co-lyricist for the influential and inspiring hit film "The Passion of the Christ." With the original music she brings to her latest solo CD, Passionate Voice, Lisbeth creates styles and sentiments that both move and mesmerize. One of Hollywood's most in-demand session vocalists, Lisbeth's singing voice has been enjoyed by millions in hit films and TV shows including Touch By An Angel.

Customer Reviews:

A magical masterpiece.......2005-08-30

On this exceptional album, Lisbeth incorporates world influences, irresistible pop hooks and folk sensibility to create a masterful and achingly lovely listening experience. From the first strains to the last, these songs will open your eyes and heart to Creator's presence, the divinity within all things, and the power of believing in love. It's truly a magical, holy voyage.
The album opens and closes with "Reveal", a beautiful, mysterious and tender piece, in which Lisbeth's angelic vocals sparkle. "To Love And Be Loved" is a testament to the power of true love, with it's message that "we're all here to love and be loved." "Give" is a stunning song, with a wonderful Celtic feel, fantastic uplifting lyrics, and such sincerity! "All Of These Years" is a song about second chances; with a fabulous pop vibe and a chorus you'll sing all day! "Grace" is my favorite song from the album, showcasing Lisbeth's range, and with lyrics that will bring you to tears. It's a powerful anthem! "Surrender" is a tender piece about giving your needs over to Creator, and Lisbeth's delivery is truly superb. "No One But You" has great orchestration, a catchy chorus, and as always, wonderful lyrics. "Stones" is all about forgiveness and release, and the lyrics will take your breath away with their sheer sincere intensity. The title track, "Passionate Voice", is a magical song about how our ancestors understood the union and oneness of God and humanity. It is very thought provoking, to be certain.
Lisbeth is a fantastic singer, and a glorious lyricist. Her passion is evident in every song, as is her beautiful spirit. Join her on this awesome journey. You'll be so glad you did!!! Worth every cent. A magical masterpiece. Highly recommended!!!

Music of angels.......2005-08-13

Estas canciones es como si las hubieran escrito los ángeles y las cantara un ángel sobre la tierra Lisbeth Scott. Merece la pena comprar su música.

Powerful.......2005-03-24

My wife and I heard a cut on the radio and were immediately moved. Stunningly beautiful. Healing. Hauntingly spiritual. Lisbeth Scott's voice speaks to my soul and evoke its peace.

Passionate Voice.......2005-02-17

Lisbeth Scott, with her latest album, has created something completely sacred. Full of nature and passion, this is amazing, ethereal music.

Reveal: A haunting, lush melody. Lisbeth Scott's voice is really beautiful in this, with almost a breathy quality. 5/5

To Love and Be Loved: A very attractive song. The chorus is gorgeous. "Heaven knows, is the road to peace, heaven knows, that we're all here to love and be loved." 4/5

Give: Very nice and catchy. Echoes around in your head. "Oh love the sun is not so warm as when your soul meets mine. All darkness lifts to heaven's light and shines and shines for you." 4/5

All of These Years: This is one I constantly find stuck in my head. Although the tune can get slightly irritating, the lyrics are great. "May Queen, twirling in a pretty dress." 4.5/5

Grace: Lovely lyrics, nice instrumentals. Though Lisbeth can reach the high notes in this song, it makes my voice hurt just thinking about the strain. Other than that, beautiful and ethereal, yet powerful. "I lift my hands to catch the falling rain...I'm walking through a dream of ecstasy." 5/5

Surrender: Absolutely beautiful. Strikes a chord in my memory, brings back lovely visions. Wow. "Only darkness when I burn for the sun. All I hear is silence when I ask for song." 5/5

No One But You: Could have been trite, but the fresh tune bails it out. "Guess today's a less than perfect day. Wait it out until the fog has cleared." 4/5

Stones: A bit depressing, but the superb instrumentals reconcile it. The lyrics are wonderfully wise. "And so I can forgive these little stones. I'll put my own down." 3/5

Passionate Voice: The best here. Haunting, gorgeous soundscape, with lyrics as old as time. "In the beginning. Passionate Voice. Called from the arms of love to rejoice. One peace. One soul. One God. One home. One sound. One tear. One hand. No fear." 6/5

Reveal (Reprise): Almost Celtic in instrumentals. Completely amazing, unfolding slowly over time. Shakes you to the bone in a wonderful way. 5/5

Soothing and Peaceful.......2004-12-30

Lisbeth Scott continues her legacy of soothing, peaceful, but passionate artistry. Close your eyes and allow yourself to be gently beckoned into revealing lyrics and innocence.

Léhar: The Land of Smiles; The Merry Widow; The Count of Luxembourg (Highlights)

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Arguably "The Best" English "Merry Widow "

Léhar: The Land of Smiles; The Merry Widow; The Count of Luxembourg (Highlights)

Manufacturer: Class. for Pleas. Us
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00009KHY2
Release Date: 2003-09-02

Customer Reviews:

Arguably "The Best" English "Merry Widow ".......2006-09-12

This is the "Merry Widow" with English translation by Christopher Hassel sung by June Bronhill. I loved this rendition ever since I first heard it in about 1960. What's to love? First the translation is the best I've heard. The language doesn't sound "stilted" as some others. And, you can understand almost every word sung. Plus, the famous song, "Vilja" has some wording that moves me every time I hear it: The soprano sings, "Love me and I'll DIE for you!" with the word "die" somewhat emphasized. I don't know, there's just something "powerful" about someone saying they'd "die" for love! AND, at the end of "Vilja" the chorus and soprano raise to a crescendo hitting a high note together. In many renditions the chorus is heard but not the soprano on the final high note. In THIS version, the soprano, June Bronhill, can be heard rising to the final high note with an incressing crescendo and fortissimo louder than the chorus and holding the final high note---which gives a very thrilling effect as she holds that final note, I assure you!

The "problem" is that this June Bronhill, Reid, and Hassel version is hard to find on CD. For example, this CD is made in Holland and "there is one left" so it says on Amazon. But, if you can find it, I think it would be very much worth a listen. Then, after hearing it, if you think there's a "better" Merry Widow, please let ME know! Thanks. Email:boland7214@aol.

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Great Group!
ya'll late
Outstanding!
Excellent CD
i had no business buying this...

Seasons Change

Manufacturer: Blackout Studios
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Customer Reviews:

Great Group!.......2006-06-06

I purchased their first CD, Spiritual Warfare, a few years ago when I saw them live in Baltimore. They are just as awesome live as they are on the CD. I own all of their works including Remixed which was sold overseas before it came to the US. It too is awesome. Their music is a blend of so many genres and the messages are always positive. They are the breath of fresh air needed!

ya'll late.......2006-06-05

If I could rate this album 10 stars,I would. I have been a fan since they used to play @ Morgan homecomings 1999 and eyond. As fellow Morgan University Graduates, I must give that home grown flavor much love!! With Maysa trading vocals with the ever so soulful and beautiful N'Vasha - superb. This will only get airplay on a quiet storm on a college radio station -like WEAA 88.9 Morgan State University radio--or even WHUR in DC (Howard University). They are the epitome of 'underground' and grew from word of mouth. I love the track titled - Culture Bandits--it perfectly describes the way the industry violates the music of today, but Fertile Ground, as well as other artists in the 'neo-soul' movement (I really HATE that term) make music for the love of music, not the fanfare, not the fame, or notoriety. I love them for that...and to see them live is a spiritual and soul-stirring experience. I wish other artist would take a lesson from them--be real--to yourself, and not be SELLOUTS!!!

Peace and Blessings,

Tina

Outstanding!.......2005-09-06

I was pleasantly surprised at the genious of this album. I am shocked that there is no radio play. This group is cutting edge.

Excellent CD.......2005-05-28

My friend came back with this CD from NY, 3 years ago, and I was amazed!!! The whole CD is strong. I still listen to it 3 years later. Amazing voice and instrumentals.

i had no business buying this..........2005-02-20

... i had a few extra bucks (no fareal such a thang tho, is it??) in my pocket and wasnt really expeckin to buy anything... just nosing around the local underground-music-record-store.
fumbled thru some r&b...
bumbled thru some hiphop...
mumbled over some reggae... then
stumbled across these cats.
(they was mixed in with 'house' & 'drum & bass' section... i 'ont know why... these folks is definitely NOT anything like house or dnb; not with this album anyway!)

anyway... i got to sample this before i purchased it... and i was (insert a word you caint say around yo mama anem) blown away!
not 'heavy and loud' blown away... but as blown away as downtempo, my-mellow-my-man-jazzfunk can blow a big brotha like me away... ...soft and focused.

yeah, very jazzy... jazz, um, ish... too much groove to be smoove-jazz... too underground-lounge to be some neosoul wannabe.

if you was gonna take the love of your life out to some late night coffee house for the friday open mic, then, these are the folks who'd be warmin the stage up when all the spitkickers got done reciting they flows, feal me?

some real nice laid backness....

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