True Story [Explicit Lyrics]

True Story [Explicit Lyrics]

Track Listings
1. Nothing's Gonna Stop Me - Fat Joe, Tony Sunshine, Terror Squad
2. Yeah Yeah Yeah - Fat Joe, Remy, Terror Squad
3. Hum Drum - Armageddon, Prospect Park, Remy, Terror Squad
4. Lean Back - Fat Joe, Remy, Terror Squad
5. Take Me Home - Armageddon, Dre, Fat Joe, Remy, Terror Squad
6. Streets of NY - Remy, Tony Sunshine, Terror Squad
7. Bring'em Back - Big L, Big Punisher, Fat Joe, Terror Squad
8. Yes Dem to Def - Fat Joe, Terror Squad
9. Pass Away - Armageddon, Tony Sunshine, Terror Squad
10. Let Them Things Go - Dre, Fat Joe, Remy, Terror Squad,
11. Thunder in the Air - Prospect Park, Terror Squad
12. Terror Era - Fat Joe, Remy, Terror Squad

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Based On A True Story
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Another great album
  • Based on a True REVIEW
  • Fairly Strong Sophomore Effort
  • SUPERB!!!!
  • This is not your typical American Idol Album!
Based On A True Story
Kimberley Locke
Manufacturer: Curb Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000N0TLHU
Release Date: 2007-05-01

Tracks:

  1. Change
  2. Any Which Way
  3. Trust Myself
  4. Supawoman
  5. Doin' It Tonite
  6. Friend Like You
  7. Fall
  8. I Don't Wanna Know
  9. Talk About Us
  10. You Don't Have to be Strong
  11. Everyday Angels
  12. Band of Gold

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Whether she has to put on a cowboy hat, kick it at the club, or cake on rock-chick quantities of black eyeliner, Kimberley Locke is going to see to it that you like her. Based on a True Story, the 2003 American Idol finalist's second CD, wanders through a dressing room of genres, wiggling into rock ("Trust Myself"), strutting around in R&B and dance ("Supawoman" and "Doin' It Tonite"), and unbuttoning contemporary country ("Fall"). Locke, an artist who otherwise exhibits a Queen Latifah-like gift for keeping it real, probably should have stuck to what fits best: pop (see the excellent first single "Changes"). That she doesn't--that she instead chooses to make an Idol-style show of her versatility--is a little bit of a letdown. But not much. Because she pumps personality and warmheartedness into every song, effectively if not ingeniously carrying off a boatload of styles, she'll still have a lock on a lot of mental lists of all-time-favorite female AI contestants, and deservedly. -Tammy La Gorce

Album Description

Wearing her heart on her sleeve, Kimberley knows her fans will be able to relate to this album because music is the universal language. In her first attempts at songwriting, the product is a collection of songs highlighting the good and bad points of love and friendship. Taking calculated risks and exercising her faith has proven to be the key to unlocking the music that lives within Kimberley Locke.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Another great album.......2007-07-08

Another great album! This one has definitely grown on me...great voice and a nice variety of tunes. I just love her!

5 out of 5 stars Based on a True REVIEW.......2007-06-28

Wow, great voice and songs. Amazing that she is not as hot as Kelly or Carrie.

4 out of 5 stars Fairly Strong Sophomore Effort.......2007-06-26

One of the better singers to come out of the AMERICAN IDOL franchise, Kimberley Locke follows up 2004's ONE LOVE with a similar-sounding set of songs in BASED ON A TRUE STORY. As her previous set demonstrated, Locke is best served musically when wrapping her warm vocals around pop/rock arrangements--opening track "Change" is a wonderfullly adult rock ballad that never succumbs to sappy melodrama, while the country-tinged "Fall" and pop nugget "Any Which Way" showcase Locke's sublime vocal work. It's when trendy production creeps in that the album falters--official first single "Supawoman", justly ignored at radio, is abysmal, while "Doin It Tonite" sounds like a cheap Neptunes-produced knock-off. As a previous reviewer stated, it's a shame listeners(radio and otherwise) won't accept a black woman singing pop-rock music, which is probably why the album provides a little catering for the R&B audience. Nevertheless, if Locke had stuck to more songs along the lines of "Change" or "Fall", there would have been little, if anything, to fault about this set.

5 out of 5 stars SUPERB!!!!.......2007-06-08

Kimberley Locke's second CD, "Based On A True Story," is perhaps the finest release to come from any former American Idol contestant to date. It is extremely good, with a nice variety of musical styles. Kimberley sings her heart out, and she has a simply wonderful vocal range. I loved her first release, yet this one is ten times better. I am a big fan of many American Idol alumni, including Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Carrie Underwood... and I must say that Kimberley Locke outshines them all on this splendid release. Try it. It is well worth your money. GREAT CD!!!

5 out of 5 stars This is not your typical American Idol Album!.......2007-06-02

First of all, I don't typically write reviews for albums, nor am I the typical AMerican Idol album buyer. However, if you are looking for a great album, with a great voice, great songs, and something to listen THE WHOLE WAY THROUGH, then buy this album.

If you like "8th world Wonder," you will love this album. Most songs are similar in sound as "8th," what I would call Adult Rock. Kimberly not only has a great voice, that is very powerful, she co-wrote most of the songs.

I can't pick a favorite, but I will give you a rundown of the tracks on this album:
1. Change - This is an amazing song, amazing voice. Most artists now when you listen to their vocals, there are several layers of their voice to make it stronger. She does not have that....her voice is that powerful.
2. Any Which way - Rock song with a great chorus and a soaring bridge at the end! It will get you going.
3. Trust Myself - again, another rock song. This one will have you believing in yourself. Again, awesome bridge at the end!
4. Supawoman - to be honest, when this song was released last year as a fast song, I didn't like it. However, this is a slowed down version and I have found myself addicted to it. Listen to the lyrics.
5. Doin' It tonight - a simple dance song. At first is seemed too simple, but I love her lower range in this song. You will start dancing when you hear it.
6. Friend Like You - DOn't be fooled by the title....this is not a happy song, however, she uses the Rock sound perfectly here. A great song.
7. Fall - This will bring tears to your eyes. Beautiful slow song with amazing, powerful vocals.
8. I don't wanna know - Again, the rock sound works so well for her. Good song.
9. Talk about us - this is more R&B than the rest of the album, but it is a nice change up.
10. You don't have to be strong - Blues song, very nicely done.
11. Everyday Angels - A feel good anthem! Nicely done
12. Band of Gold - WOW! She truly has a gift to make any song great!

This album is worth it. It's not like any other AI album. You will be listening to this album over and over. Let me know if you can pick just one favorite!
Based on a True Story
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Dubbin' in NZ
  • Real Reggae Funk n Dub
  • You won't need to listen to anything else..
  • "Do it for the love of music."
Based on a True Story
Fat Freddy's Drop
Manufacturer: Kartel
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000ICLT9G
Release Date: 2006-11-14

Tracks:

  1. Ernie
  2. Cay's Crays
  3. This Room
  4. Ray Ray
  5. Dark Days
  6. Flashback
  7. Roady
  8. Wandering Eye
  9. Del Fuego
  10. Hope

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Dubbin' in NZ.......2007-06-27

Fat Freddy's Drop is one of a slew of talented New Zealand-based bands merging electronica, dub, reggae, and other styles into a particular Pacific Island sound. Joe Dukie (Dallas Tamaira) is one of the leaders of this treasure trove of sonic delights, which I discovered on a trip to the North Island a few years back. Also well worth checking out, but a bit hard to find are Salmonella Dub (gotta love that name), Rhian Sheehan, Black Seeds, and Trinity Roots, among others. "Based on a True Story" is laid back, funky, roots reggae that will leave you tapping your toes and groovin'... Most songs take some time to build momentum, unfortunate perhaps in today's "5 second" soundbite world, but rewarding to the patient listener. Standout tracks are Cay's Crays, Flashback, Ernie, Del Fuego, and the FFD classic Hope.

5 out of 5 stars Real Reggae Funk n Dub.......2007-04-13

This is one of the most exicting albums I have discovered in the last couple of years because these guys have a very unique genre crossing sound from funk to reggae to dub to jazz. I love reggae but always feel starved of quality new product until Based On a True Story. Ditch the i-pod, this must be listened to from start to finish. It's catchy, cruisy simple and just plain satisfying. Get it!

5 out of 5 stars You won't need to listen to anything else.........2007-02-12

This cd is sooooooo good! It has a little bit of everything...I never get tired of listening to it. I have turned on friends to this cd, and they all come back saying the same thing...they can't stop listening to it. Cays Crays is one of my favorite all time songs. The lyrics and music keep me hanging on, and just when it sounds like the song is over, it gives you a taste of roots and dub. The horns on this cd are great, and are something that is lost these days to synthesizers on most cds. The musicians on this cd are all very talented and truely understand music, and it shows on this creative cd. I've been to New Zealand twice and it is my favorite place in the world, and listening to this cd takes me back there to enjoy the vibes and mana of Aotearoa.
Other great New Zealand artists to check out if you enjoy this are Trinity Roots, The Black Seeds, Salmonella Dub, Kora, and Hollie Smith(she can be heard on some of FFD's tracks and has an EP out). Conscious Roots 2 is a great compilation to listen to for an ontroduction to different NZ artists. I am a roots lover, so my recommendations reflect that...Enjoy!

5 out of 5 stars "Do it for the love of music.".......2007-02-08

It's easy to see how much these 7 guys really do love music, as the New Zealand collective known as Fat Freddy's Drop offer up a real diverse sounding album, filled with reggae and jazz infused downtempo vocal tracks. Joe Dukie, aka Dallas Tamaira has one of the smoothest sounding voices of any electronic or pop male vocalist I've heard in a while. His soulful and crisp sound instantly take any lyrical journey up a notch to the next level. It's DJ Fitchie doing the mixing, Fulla Flash on sax, Jetlag Johnson on guitars, Dobie Blaze on keys, Ho Pepa on trombone, and Tony Chang on cornet. These guys have no shortage in delivering jazzy soundscapes with a touch of dub and reggae to back Dukie.

It's a different sounding album then most US music listeners would be accustomed to, as it's a far cry from the pop that's scattered across our top 40. However, in New Zealand, this album has been on their top 40 chart for an astonishing 90 weeks and counting, and was the biggest selling album in NZ in 2006. It's no wonder, as this is a quality album, by a unique musical collaboration. Mixing jazz, electronica, reggae, and soulful vocals, Fat Freddy's Drop have created a mind opening venture into current music trends.

The album features the singles Flashback, a vocal track which sounds reminiscent of 60's Motown; Wandering Eye, probably the most mainstream sounding vocal track on the album; Roady, a playful dub track with some slick lyrics from guest Ladi 6; Ernie, a jazzy downtempo track with a full 4 minutes of soothing piano melody until the vocals finally kick in; and one of my favorites, Cay's Crays, which features the ultra catchy chorus line, "the skank be the rock in my life".

Since this album has been out in other places before it hit the US, we can already seek out several versions and remixes of lots of these tracks. Especially notable is the Jazzanova's Mashed Bag mix of Flashback, where they remove the broken beat sound of the original, and turn it into a an even more vintage sounding vocal track, by infusing it with an all jazz sound. Cay's Crays also has a cool remix out there by One Self, which features two guest reggae vocalists and additional lyrics. A rare, live version of This Room can be found on Gilles Peterson's BBC Sessions compilation. It's exceptional, as they tend to make each track sound unique every time they play it elsewhere. You won't find them sounding the same twice, but you can count on every time sounding especially good, which further proves how diverse and musically talented these guys really are.

A do not miss artist album that needs more exposure her in the US. It's better than the majority of the major artists and tracks now being played on US radio and popping up on our charts. If you are looking for a mix of exceptional vocals and nu jazz sounds, look no further. I can't wait for more from these New Zealand guys, and hopefully their stuff will reach these shores much quicker next time! One last note is that the store I shop at had this erroneously thrown into the pop/rock section, when it should be in either electronic, lounge, jazz, or even reggae. So, check around, order it here, or do whatever you have to to own this great album.
Drive All Night
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • nice variety
  • soon to be your favorite balladeer
  • Kelly! Kelly! Kelly!
  • Solo Kelly is a lovely change from DTS
Drive All Night
Kelly Flint
Manufacturer: BePop Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000NDI3U8
Release Date: 2007-02-26

Tracks:

  1. Blood and Bone
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Postmodern folk with a tinge of Americana. If you want to reduce it to an easily digestible phrase, that's what you might call the music of Kelly Flint. As the sultry voice for the trenchant songs of David Cantor in cult faves Dave's True Story, Kelly made five albums and was the toast of the New York Times, the Kennedy Center, and more. But now it's time for her to spread her solo wings, or more appropriately, to DRIVE ALL NIGHT. That's the title of Flint's first solo album, and what that album's about is the sum total of the places she has been. In the album's warm, organic arrangements, acoustic sonorities, and occasional open-road, real-America flavor, you can discern Flint's Midwestern youth, spent soaking up the classic folk-rockers of the '70s. In the more complex shapes that Flint's lyrics conjure in the mind's eye, and the subtle harmonic twists that keep DRIVE ALL NIGHT from becoming strictly an "Americana" album, her coming of age in New York City is apparent. Her involvement in the jazzy sophistication of Dave's True Story, her immersion in the complicated, urgent, shades-of-gray sensibility that is the experiential dividend of New York life it's all in this striking new batch of songs. Sometimes the trenchant bite is just under the surface, and sometimes it snaps up to nab a piece of your heart. Produced by Jeff Eyrich, bassist and producer for Dave's True Story, DRIVE ALL NIGHT doesn't leave Flint's previous musical life entirely behind; you can still hear the combination of hope and world-weariness, blue moods and gossamer balladry that helped make that group indie darlings. But this album adds another string to Flint's bow, and establishes her as a distinct musical entity, ultimately reliant on nothing but her own artistic road map.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars nice variety.......2007-07-17

I have enjoyed all of the CD's from Dave's True Stories. I like this one too. Not as sassy, smart, or sophisticated as the work from DTS, but still very enjoyable..."Cartoon" in heavy rotation. Analogous to "Girl in the other Room" and Dianna Krall's other work. If you like the voice, you'll appreciate something new.

5 out of 5 stars soon to be your favorite balladeer.......2007-05-09

I am jealous of all of you who have yet to discover Kelly Flint.
You will be amazed at her rich mellow delivery, her poetry, her can't-keep-still beat.
You will be moved, in more ways than one. Buy this.

5 out of 5 stars Kelly! Kelly! Kelly! .......2007-03-08

What do you do when you are blessed with an angelic voice, a beautiful smile and know how to write a tune as well? If you're Kelly Flint, the voice of "Dave's True Story", you release a solo album. Combining an interesting mix of mostly folk-inspired originals, this album highlights yet another side of Kelly's talents. And this listener thinks that this is only the tip of the iceberg! Short and Sweet = Highly Recommended. BUY IT!

5 out of 5 stars Solo Kelly is a lovely change from DTS.......2007-03-03

Dave's True Story vocalist Kelly Flint makes Dave Cantor's clever New York jazz one of music's great joys, so it was with great anticipation that I waited for Kelly's first solo release. The CD is clearly Kelly - and while it's the same Kelly, she's, well... different. The CD is not what I expected. But it's wonderful. Kelly isn't a cyncial NY'er here, rather, she's from America's heartland. She's no longer jazz, now she's folk. But, she's still beautiful to listen to. DTS is rich cabernet. Kelly is champagne. Buy this, light a fire, pour a glass and enjoy.
Varese Sarabande 25th Anniversary Celebration
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A good value
  • The Sound Track Since Bernard Hermann
  • Good mix of film music
  • A mixed collection of movie music
  • Uplifts your soul, takes your mind into the heavens
Varese Sarabande 25th Anniversary Celebration

Manufacturer: Varese Sarabande
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2003-04-22

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  18. The Dead (Alex North)
  19. Stanley & Iris (John Williams)
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  21. Driving Miss Daisy (Hans Zimmer)

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  3. Raggedy Man (Jerry Goldsmith)
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  5. Green Card (Hans Zimmer)
  6. City Slickers (Marc Shaiman)
  7. Father Of The Bride (Alan Silvestri)
  8. While You Were Sleeping (Randy Edelman)
  9. Babe (Nigel Westlake)
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  12. The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles (Laurence Rosenthal)
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  18. Eye Of The Needle (Mikl)
  19. Total Recall (Jerry Goldsmith)
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  17. The Iron Giant (Michael Kamen)
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  19. A Little Romance (Georges Delerue)
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  2. L.A. Confidential (Jerry Goldsmith)
  3. Rounders (Christopher Young)
  4. The Score (Howard Shore)
  5. The Replacements (John Debney)
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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A good value.......2007-05-17

I wasn't expecting to have 4 discs for this price, and the music is a quality selection of film music, giving a good scope of the genre, and a very listenable transfer.

4 out of 5 stars The Sound Track Since Bernard Hermann.......2006-07-25

This collection is bound to capture your heart and evoke a tin ear on successive tracks. I found much to like and some duds - easy to skip over.
Very good value.

4 out of 5 stars Good mix of film music.......2006-07-02

Good mix of films!
I'm a big fan of this soundtrack music and will be looking for more CD's like this.

4 out of 5 stars A mixed collection of movie music.......2006-02-23

For the price, this CD is a great bargain. The musical selections, as you might expect, are mixed in quality ranging from extraordinary to so so, the balance being worthwhile and interesting. Sonically the CD is excellent.

5 out of 5 stars Uplifts your soul, takes your mind into the heavens.......2006-01-06

I have been listening to great scores for many years and this collection is truly inspirational in so far as the choice of different scores takes you on a journey of listening pleasure matched by only a few collections.The price is incredibly reasonable for hours of listening pleasure. Don't pass this one up
Kiri
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great representation of music from a great singer
  • Beautiful voice, great collection
  • Magnificent
  • Kiri Te Kanawa Is Peerless
  • I stood up also!!
Kiri
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Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B00005O83O
Release Date: 2001-11-20

Tracks:

  1. Samson: Let The Bright Seraphim - Kiri Te Kanawa/Crispian Steele-Perkins
  2. Le Nozze Di Figaro: Dove Sono
  3. Vesperae Solennes De Confessore, K.339: Laudate Dominum - Kiri Te Kanawa/Chor Of St Paul's Cathedral
  4. Ave Maria
  5. La Traviata: Attendo, Attendo... Addio Del Passato
  6. Tosca: Vissi D'arte
  7. Gianni Schicchi: O Mio Babbino Caro
  8. Adriana Lecouvreur: Ecco: Respiro Appena. Lo Son L'umile Ancella
  9. La Rondine: Chi Il Bel Sogno Di Doretta
  10. Louise: Depuis Le Jour
  11. Requiem: Pie Jesu
  12. Chants D'Auvergne: Bailero
  13. West Side Story: Tonight - Kiri Te Kanawa/Jose Carreras
  14. Porgy And Bess: Summertime - Kiri Te Kanawa/New York Choral Artists
  15. Oh, Kay!: Someone To Watch Over Me
  16. Roberta: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  17. Follow The Fleet: Let's Face The Music And Dance
  18. High Society: True Love - Kiri Te Kanawa/Jim Hughes
  19. Liverpool Oratorio: The World You're Coming Into
  20. World In Union

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great representation of music from a great singer.......2007-01-07

A terrific album by a great singer. This album represents the considerable territory that Kiri Te Kanawa covers in here repertoire. She moves easily from Handel to Puccini to Jerome Kern. The insertion of classic show tunes as a part of this CD is a nice little plus. Some opera stars absolutely kill popular music by overwhelming it with operatic technique (listen to Richard Tucker singing "What now my love"; this is a pleasant little tune, but it can't stand up to Tucker's voice of steel, using all the power at his command). Te Kanawa sings these songs, for the most part, nicely and does not overpower them with operatic conventions.

She does a wonderful job on Handel's "Let the bright seraphim," displaying good coloratura technique, as a matter of fact. This cut nicely illustrates the clean sound of her voice. Her version of "Dove sono" (from Mozart's Le Nozze di Figaro) is a reflective rendering of this aria. The smoothness of her vocal line is wonderful to hear. Her version of "Vissi d'arte" (from Puccini's Tosca) also illustrates the art of Dame Kiri.

The popular tunes that follow are very interesting. She and Jose Carreras, at the outset, begin to overwhelm "Tonight" (from "West Side Story," with--by the way--Leonard Bernstein himself conducting this cut), making it appear that this might be one of those dismal pieces where opera singers wreck songs. However, shortly thereafter, the song becomes more Broadway than Metropolitan Opera, and that is to the good. Better still are Te Kanawa's versions of classic songs such as "Summertime" (from Gershwin's Porgy and Bess), where singing in a higher register works nicely and where she treats the song on its own terms; just so, Jerome Kern's "Smoke gets in your eyes" is sung so well. It is a poignant version of this song.

All in all, for those who are curious about Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, this is one interesting entrée. Well worth acquiring and listening to.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful voice, great collection.......2005-11-21

I think Kiri has a beuatiful voice, she is never overtly dramatic, but the people who call her the "church soprano" should hear this album. She can sing sacred music better than many other opera stars, but she is so great as Countess in Mozart's Figaro. This is a great collection of many different pieces, from operas, sacred works, musicals, all sung with lots of feeling. Let The Bright Seraphim is the aria she sang at the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles, it is such a splendid performance. My favourite piece on this album is probably Mozart's Laudate Dominum, but there are no disappointing songs here. Her voice is so warm, and she really gets involved with the text. If you are a big fan of Kiri, you should get this collection, it is such a nice selection of her greatest hits, and it is a very good introduction for new fans.

5 out of 5 stars Magnificent.......2005-02-20

I admit straightout to know nothing of opera - the cd is my first of its kind. Knowledge, however, is not required to enjoy this cd, only the ability to listen and feel.

Hearing her voice used as an instrument so beautifully I cannot but fall a little in love with her whenever listening to it.

The selection of tracks is varied; I probably prefer the classical tracks, but all are well performed in my opinion.


5 out of 5 stars Kiri Te Kanawa Is Peerless.......2004-07-11

She looks and sounds so beautiful. The first time I ever heard the inimitable voice of Kiri Te Kanawa was on a recording of Salaambo's aria from CITIZEN KANE for the RCA film classics series on vinyl. It was one of the most haunting and beautiful pieces of music ever composed by Bernard Herrmann. It was Kiri Te Kanawa performance of this piece that was so incredible. I had seen the film several times, but to hear a high fidelity recording of Kiri Te Kanawa on this particular piece really demonstrated not only the raw talent but also a depth of intuitive emotion that she brought to Herrmann's composition. Anyone that could interpret the inner struggle behind Herrmann's music so precisely demonstrated an uncommon ability to become one with the music. Her performance of "Ave Maria" on this CD is referent and exquisite. I love Leonard Bernstein's piece from WEST SIDE STORY that Kiri performs so vibrantly with Jose Carreras. I still can't pronounce her entire name correctly but Kiri Te Kanawa is the epitome of a well-honed talent. The selections on this CD are appreciably diverse demonstrating her phenomenal range and abilities. Kiri Te Kanawa has been and still is a gift to us all. This CD is wonderful.

5 out of 5 stars I stood up also!!.......2003-07-31

Yes, Kiri at 59 is something special indeed. The great moment for me in Edinburgh was Reynaldo Hahn's à Chloris - I always thought Susan Graham owned this song, but Kiri's version from that moment on was the one I will always remember.

Do catch her & the wonderful Julian Reynolds with a similar program at the Royal Festival Hall on november 24th. If you have any money left buy this album from amazon.com. Great cover!
Simple Twist of Fate
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • When the stuff is that good ...
  • Interesting side project
  • What I Always wanted done with Dylan!
Simple Twist of Fate
Dave's True Story
Manufacturer: Bepop Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000BDH5T0
Release Date: 2005-11-22

Tracks:

  1. Simple Twist Of Fate
  2. Youre A Big Girl Now
  3. Just Like A Woman
  4. I Want You
  5. If Dogs Run Free
  6. It's All Over Now Baby Blue
  7. Youre A Big Girl Now (alternative mix)
  8. Just Like Tom Thumbs Blues
  9. Simple Twist Of Fate (Radio Edit)
  10. Youre A Big Girl Now (Radio Edit)
  11. Its All Over Now Baby Blue (Radio Edit)
  12. BONUS TRACK: Blood & Bone Kelly Flint

Album Description

The Simple Twist of Fate CD had its genesis several months ago, when Dave's True Story was invited to play the annual DylanFest at a winery in upstate NY. The assignment was simple--the repertoire must be all-Dylan. The band members (Kelly Flint: vocals, Dave Cantor: guitar, and Jeff Eyrich: standup bass) picked their favorite Dylan songs and went to work on transforming them into the Dave's True Story style. Just before going onstage Dave commented, "either we're going to be tarred, feathered and run out of town for taking liberties, or they're going to love it." The audience apparently loved it, as there were many requests afterward from people to "buy the CD." The band had a great time doing it, so the next week they convened at Bennett Studios in New Jersey and recorded their Dylan program, including "Simple Twist of Fate," "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue," "I Want You," "Just Like a Woman," "You're a Big Girl Now," "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues," and a classic Dave rendition of "If Dogs Run Free."

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars When the stuff is that good ..........2006-11-10

The material DTS chose to cover here includes some of the very very best Dylan songs. Add a nice voice and some fairly standard pop-jazz arrangements and you have a very nice easy listening CD. Nothing that'll knock your socks off except Bob's lyrics delivered by a lovely voice, with subtle musical backing.

Nothing wrong with that.

4 out of 5 stars Interesting side project.......2005-12-20

I think this is great-- a nice suprise from the group & Kelly Flint's able to make the
transition to Dylan songs very well. Also nice to hear Dave's more folk side of playing-- with still some nice little jazzy elements. I like all the 'Radio Mix' ones the most I think, & the slightly quickened pace of "Just Like Tom Thumb Blues" is a fine contrast to female covers like Judy Collins or Linda Ronstadt (& her lower voice too is distinctive contrast to them). I don't know if we need three versions of "You're a Big Girl Now," but interesting anyway. If you ever wondered what say, Peggy Lee, might sound like singing Dylan-- here's your chance. Maybe they can do some Joni Mitchell songs next!

5 out of 5 stars What I Always wanted done with Dylan!.......2005-12-08

I have all Dylan's albums. I believe he is the BEST songwriter - bar none.
However his voice is not always what I want to hear!
I have always wanted to hear a "cool chick" do Dylan - Joan Baez was great - but hardly cool.
DTS have done a wonderful job.
I am a DTS fan, and also have all their CD's.
Please do more Dylan!
I will buy anything you can do by Dylan!
Barbara Cook Sings Mostly Sondheim (Live at Carnegie Hall 2001)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Wow!
  • Everyone Should Whistle
  • An amazing intro to the body of work of a true master
  • Beautiful, moving concert
  • ... and I love Barbara Cook
Barbara Cook Sings Mostly Sondheim (Live at Carnegie Hall 2001)

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ASIN: B000059LFF
Release Date: 2001-05-08

Tracks:

  1. Everybody Says Don't
  2. I Wonder What Became of Me?
  3. The Eagle and Me
  4. I Had Myself a True Love
  5. Into the Woods / Giants in the Sky (Malcolm Gets)
  6. Another Hundred People / So Many People (Malcolm Gets)
  7. Let's Face the Music and Dance / The Song Is You (duet with Malcolm Gets)
  8. Happiness
  9. Loving You
  10. You Could Drive a Person Crazy
  11. Not A Day Goes By / Losing My Mind

Tracks:

  1. Buds Won't Bud
  2. I Got Lost in His Arms
  3. West Side Story Segment: Something's Coming / Tonight (Malcolm Gets)
  4. Move On (duet with Malcolm Gets)
  5. Medley: Hard Hearted Hannah / Waiting for the Robert E. Lee / San Francisco
  6. Ice Cream
  7. Send in the Clowns
  8. The Trolley Song
  9. Not While I'm Around (duet with Malcolm Gets)
  10. Anyone Can Whistle

Amazon.com's Best of 2001

Barbara Cook is one of today's most accomplished song stylists, and if you don't believe us, just listen to this live album. It's a master class in the art of singing. It documents an evening at Carnegie Hall during which Cook proved that she can dissect and extract the substance out of the simplest of lyrics. One of the best surprises is "You Could Drive a Person Crazy" (from Company), which is taken at an amiable trot and allows the singer to display its humor. Cook is not a swinging singer and uptempo is not her pace; give her a ballad, though, and she'll wring the last drop of emotion out of it. Her version of "Losing My Mind" (here paired with "Not a Day Goes By") is simply astonishing. The singer also performs songs that Sondheim has said he wished he had written, an awful lot of them by Harold Arlen. No complaints here. Guest Malcolm Gets solos on a few songs and duets with Cook on others, including "Let's Face the Music and Dance." This is classic material done masterfully by a classic singer. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Wow!.......2004-02-20

Having read the other reviews there is little more for me to add. I have been a Barbara Cook fan for a longtime and for me, this is one of her best concerts ever. I do, however, prefer the DVD. As with some other reviewers, I do not want to hear Malcolm Gets (as much as I like him) when I want to listen to Barbara. Her flawless interpretation of music is a hard act to follow for any singer! I managed to see this concert 4 times over a year and a half. Each time I saw her the voice was stronger and more assured (I would not have thought that possible). I can't help but think we will have the pleasure of hearing Ms Cook for many years to come. For those people who enjoyed his CD I strongly recommend purchasing the DVD. Barabara's rendition of So Many People is breathtaking (literally, I don't think I breathed once during the entire song). If you ever have opportunity to see her live - go! She has an ability to make you feel as if every song she sings and every word she speaks is directed to you alone. She can take a large venue and make it feel as intimate as your own living room. Having had the pleasure of meeting her I can say she is as youthful and pleasurable in person as she is in her performance.

5 out of 5 stars Everyone Should Whistle.......2003-10-11

After being privileged to attend this concert, I had to own the CD. Once a lyric coloratura and the original Cunegonde in Bernstein's Candide, Ms. Cook has become (in her 70s) a true diva, blessed with a velvety, warm sound. Every note has meaning. Her high B-flat on "Ice Cream" is still the envy of any soprano today. Everyone should whistle after hearing the superb performances on this CD. Even better, though, is the experience of having been in the concert hall for the live performance. Brava, Ms. Cook!

5 out of 5 stars An amazing intro to the body of work of a true master.......2003-06-16

When I first bought tickets for the 'Mostly Sondheim' show on tour (in San Francisco) I figured it couldn't be too bad. Besides, I had only been exposed to a few of his songs (Anyone Can Whistle, Losing My Mind...) and had only seen "A Little Night Music". On the way out of the theater I immediately picked up this recording of the program. It is truly amazing. I immediately began listening to it and have barely put it down in the last few months. Furthermore, my Sondheim CD collection increased in size from an unflattering zero to five (and it's still growing)! This is an amazing introduction to the works of Stephen Sondheim, who is now my favorite modern musical composer). Buy this now if you don't already have it!

4 out of 5 stars Beautiful, moving concert.......2003-04-13

This is a wonderful CD set with a great selection of songs. I do want to express a slight reservation, however. Barbara Cook has been one of my favorite singers for a number of years and the way her voice defies time is extraordinary -- for her to be singing with such bright, beautiful tone in her mid-70s with no wobble or beat in the voice is an amazing achievment.

I do have to say that by 2001, when this concert was recorded, Cook seemed to have a lost a little bit of power and intensity in her singing. This is only natural for someone of her age. Her voice is still lovely, but you can sense her keeping it in reserve a bit. She's as expressive as ever, but compare the rendition of "I got lost in his arms" on this album to the one on her previous album recorded in 1999, "The Champion Season", and there's less urgency and vocal depth in her singing here. That said, the high B at the end of "Ice Cream" is sensational.

So, despite that caveat, this is, again, a wonderful album, a must for Cook fans, especially for the gorgeous renditions of songs I'd never thought I'd get to hear her perform: "Not a Day Goes By", "Happiness/Loving You", "San Francisco", etc. Buy it!

1 out of 5 stars ... and I love Barbara Cook.......2003-02-11

This recording is a disappointment for me. It is not her best work, and Malcolm Gets is uninspired. My biggest complaint however is the engineering of the recording. Throughout the speaking was to soft, the singing volumes uneven, and the applause deafening. I will be passing this CD on to friends, and will later donate it to my local library.
Sex Without Bodies
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • disappointed
  • love it!
  • ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!!
  • Sultry Jazz at it's Best
  • Sophie Tucker would be Proud!
Sex Without Bodies
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Manufacturer: Chesky Records
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ASIN: B000003GH8
Release Date: 1998-04-15

Tracks:

  1. Spasm
  2. Baby Talk
  3. Sex Without Bodies
  4. I'll Never Read Trollope Again
  5. Once Had A Woman
  6. I'm So Repentant
  7. Rue De Lappe
  8. Nirvana
  9. Ned's Big Dutch Wife
  10. Crazy
  11. Daddy-O
  12. Walk On The Wild Side
  13. Stormy

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars disappointed.......2005-04-04

After the Unauthorised album with its haunting vocals this did not appear to be progress nor indeed as good.

5 out of 5 stars love it!.......2004-10-08

Simply can't get enough of this type of music. Not easy to classify--not exactly rock, and not exactly jazz--well, whatever the heck it is (jazzy rock?), it sounds great to these ears.
I'd like to see these talented folks cut a few more CDs.

My only objection, (as stated elsewhere regarding two of their other CDS) is when Dave does the talking number.
I don't know, but it just sounds way too weird, and throws the works off. Shouldn't a music CD be all music? Why talk at all, unless it's live and talent is being introduced, etc.

Anyway, that's my only beef with their output.

When will you cut another record, guys? Your fans are waiting.

5 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!!.......2004-02-19

I cannot find words to come close to describing how fabulous this CD; this group; this music is! The melodies of Dave Cantor are beautiful. Coupled with kinky lyrics or incredibly intelligent lyrics or just plain fun lyrics - everything works! And Kelly Flint's voice. Cool and sultry. And, great sound. Ballads like Stormy, Nirvana, and Crazy, reach into the depths of one's feelings, explore taboo thoughts, mine deep human emotions - and do it all within the framework of sophisticated and haunting melodies. There is not a weak link to this music.
And where and how did I find this absolute gem? In an out of the way cut-out bin in a record shop in, of all places, Tokyo! Let's hope that some hip Japanese are enjoying this now, as I have been since the day I found it.

This is GREAT MUSIC! Get this and the other 2 DTS disk's - NOW!!!

5 out of 5 stars Sultry Jazz at it's Best.......2003-04-14

Wow! That best describes this cd. A little know group (at least rarely played on the radio) whose style makes one think of the smokey cocktail lounges with a singer dressed in a long gown and gloves. I understand these are original songs, not covers. There are truly some great stories here, "Stormy" being one. If you like sultry jazz, this is a "must have" cd. I hope you enjoy it as much as my husband and I.

4 out of 5 stars Sophie Tucker would be Proud!.......2000-02-25

"Sex Without Bodies" is fun to listen to. The sound of the recording, recorded "on location" in a church with excellent accoustics, is top notch. Instruments are minimally miked, yielding a wide and deep soundstage. Miss Flint's voice sounds very natural, and on my speakers, she sounds like she is there, right in the room, midway between the speakers, about four feet behind the plane of the speakers. The guitar sound is likewise very natural, and dynamics are superb. But the important thing is the music, and there is a lot of that, especially if you like hip, "lounge lizard" jazz. The lyrics are as intelligent as you might hear this side of Steely Dan. The "double entendre" is used to good advantage, and Miss Flint uses just the right phrasing and nuance to maximize their effect. Some highlights of the album follow. "Spasm" the opening song, swings, and showcases both Mis Flint's voice and Dave Cantor's guitar. "I'll Never Read Trollope Again" may be the funniest song on the CD, and is filled with literary humor. "Stormy" is a slower number, and has the most bizarre lyrics of the set. Miss Flint's voice "wraps" around the melodic line and paints a warped word picture of the activities. My favorite cut is "Daddy'O", using bongos effectively to evoke the early sixties beatnik era mixed with the Viet Nam early seventies era. All the songs on the CD are real toe tappers, with intelligent catchy lyrics, beautifully recorded by Chesky Records. I listen to it almost weekly, and will buy the next Dave's True Story CD automatically, without hearing a note. I don't say that about many artists, but I do about this one, very enthusiastically.
True Story
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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  • HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
True Story
B.G.
Manufacturer: Cash Money
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Release Date: 1999-06-29

Tracks:

  1. True Story
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  3. Start N Tha Game
  4. From Tha 13th To Tha 17th
  5. Hood Took Me Under
  6. Down For My Stacks
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  8. F**k Big Boy

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Little B.G........2004-10-19

B.G. actually did this album when he was 11 years old back in 1993.He kind sounds the same today.Lyrically this album is point.This album will not be rated the usual way but if your a fan of the B.G you should buy

4 out of 5 stars Its tight.......2003-07-06

I give it a 4 because of lil wayne. he sounds 5 years old. But Bg,Tec9,MrIvan,and Ms Tee did their thing. For him to release a cd in 1995 and he's only 14, it's good.

5 out of 5 stars Thugged Out.......2003-01-04

This is thugged out, listen 2 this and listen 2 birdman, way more talent when they had Juvi and BG, turk should leave CMR and join 1 o those.....LIl wayne, BAby and Mannie *sign* ive typed 10 reviews on how they ... read mine from either 500 degreez, hood rich or bird man

5 out of 5 stars This Is A Tight Cd.......1999-10-11

This Is Such A Great Cd If you Dont Own This Album You Have You Put In in your cart And Greatly Anticipate its arivle its got a tight cover 7 even though it only has 8 songs its the best 8 songs ever. buy this cd now!! Because Cash Money Is A Army

5 out of 5 stars HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......1999-08-22

This Cd is great, number 1 is the best song on the Cd. I recomend this Cd to everyone who likes CASHMONEY becauseyou can listen to it all night and not ever get sick of it. It is his best cd out right now. GO GET THIS NOW or whenever you have the time.
Nature
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A surprise since it was not what I expected.
  • Superbly jazzy mood
  • Playful, funny and sophisticated new sounds for the summer
  • Best yet new NYC jazz sound
  • Evolutionary
Nature
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ASIN: B0007Y8AOC
Release Date: 2005-04-19

Tracks:

  1. World In Which We Live
  2. Dog's Life
  3. I Lost My Nature
  4. Chasing The White Line Down
  5. Everlasting No
  6. Who Would Guess?
  7. Still She Knows
  8. How Do You Break A Heart?
  9. Cinder
  10. Sandman
  11. Small Black Heart
  12. Kiss Me Quick
  13. Blue Nile

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A surprise since it was not what I expected........2006-05-10

This album was a surprised to me the first time I listen to it. I have been a great fan of DTS since I first heard Sex without Bodies. Which is the problem I had with this record at first. I expected one thing and ended up with something else. After a couples of listens, I grew to love this album. It has a great flow to it. Kelly voice have never souned better. It truned out what it alays intented to be and that was a very nice jazz album. If you looking for Sex without Bodies, this is not the album for you. If you looking for a honest nightclub type jazz band, this will be right up your alley.

5 out of 5 stars Superbly jazzy mood.......2005-08-05

Once in a while you stumble upon a rough gem. This cd is such a gem. It contains deliciously jazzy songs. Some with a positive beat, such as the fantastic 'dog's life' and 'everlasting no', some with a slightly gloomy touch, such as 'small black heart'.
It's unpolished sound is completely in line with the music, and adds to the atmosphere.
Kelly Flints voice is a delight, and fits with the change in moods. It reminded me of a Dutch singer-songwriter, Fay Lovsky.
The only disappointment is the opening song, which is quite monotonous and, actually, boring.
Still, I can easily forgive them for that, considering the enjoyment of the other songs.

If you like this style, I strongly recommend trying Working Nights from Working Week, the absolute number one jazzy-pop albums ever produced.

5 out of 5 stars Playful, funny and sophisticated new sounds for the summer.......2005-06-08

I've been a "Dave's True Story" fan for years. Kelly Flint has one of the best voices around. Dave Kantor's music and lyrics are intelligent, original, very sophisticated and great listening. Kelly delivers them with terific style. This new album represents a development in their style that is exciting and fun. This is Cole Porter for the 21st Century.

5 out of 5 stars Best yet new NYC jazz sound.......2005-06-07

The best music and the best variety of styles yet for this sleek and witty NY band. More romantic than the earlier CDs, "Nature" still features the excellent wit of Dave Cantor's lyrics, and the vocals by Kelly Flint are beautiful. Her voice wraps around some of the lines in a traditional ballad way, but surprise twists are reflected in her off-hand, loose jazzy style on others.
The opening song, "World in Which We Live" is instantly likeable and offers images of a romantic world tour--but of course not an ordinary romance. The disc ends with a seductive "Blue Nile" that sticks in memory, and "Chasing the White Line Down" and "Sandman" are going to be DTS classics.
People who like artists from Delbert McClinton to Diana Krall will find "Nature" a wonderful listen.

4 out of 5 stars Evolutionary.......2005-06-02

I admit at first I had reservations about Nature. My significant other doesn't like it feeling that Nature sounds like some other group. But I feel DTS is developing as a band-"moved to the burbs"? Nope, just a week-end trip. Messages "unclear and self-contradicting"? I submit they are broader and more profound. C'mon, what influence would the Beatles have had if they just put out different versions of "Meet The Beatles"? DTS is just evolving. The wit is still there (Dog's Life) and so is the clever word play and depth of feeling(Everlasting No and Cinder)just to a different beat. Also, on no previous album have I heard DTS sound so joyfull in making music as they do on Nature. Still an original. BTW,whtshername is Kelly Flint,a good,talented person!

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  1. U Gotta Feel Me [Explicit Lyrics]
  2. Undahogg Wayz [Explicit Lyrics]
  3. Underground Allstars [Explicit Lyrics]
  4. Unpredictable [Explicit Lyrics]
  5. Version 7.0/Street Scriptures
  6. Welcome Back [Import]
  7. West Coast Livin' [Explicit Lyrics]
  8. West Dallas Virus [Explicit Lyrics]
  9. Whyteowle presents Convictions
  10. 21st Century Crisis/There She Goes [CD-single] [Explicit Lyrics]

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