Style of the Bass

Track Listings

1. Ourz Is Longa and Hangz Lower! (Our Bass)

2. No Punnaney

3. Clock Ya'

4. N.Y.C. Git-N-Ta-Dis. Bass

5. Pop & Jerk

6. Mickey

7. Sumthin 4 da Kiddyz

8. Let's Work

9. B.Y.O.B. (Brang Yo' Own Boom)

10. Style of the Bass

11. Tic Goes My Groove

12. Tak Makes the Buildin' Shake

13. To Let It Floe

14. Work Dat Middle

15. Sweetback

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This is my favorite CD and I listen to it all of the time.
A fabulous record!
Eros....Forever....
BEST GUITAR & SYNTHESIZER ALBUM ..
Remarkable!

Eros
Chris Spheeris
Manufacturer: Essence Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Best of Chris Spheeris: 1990-2000

ASIN: B000001UJD
Release Date: 1997-09-16

Tracks:

The Arrow
Alegria
Carino
Psyche
Quiver
Slow Dance
Mediterraneo
Juliette
Always
Eros

Customer Reviews:

This is my favorite CD and I listen to it all of the time........2007-01-03

This CD give me such a feeling of peace and tranquility. I love to listen to this CD all of the time.

A fabulous record!.......2006-02-27

Chris Spheeris is nowadays one of the maxim exponents of this genre who found in Othmar Liebert one of its most remarkable predecessors

The emotional range is surprisingly wide: from enjoyable themes until contemplative gazes to nocturnal memories.

Specially recommended for all those have decided to go in search of new sounds.

Eros....Forever...........2003-05-12

Chris spheeris is a passionate and talented multi-instrumentalist.I have purchased most of Chris's Cds, and I loved it.In this album,Eros,Chris has created an unforgettable and beautiful atmosphere which it will lift your spirit.Chris Plays a spanish guitar with some greek music style. He also added some eastern europe music to create beautiful mood for us. The melodies of his guitar is so beautiful and amazing that you want to listen again and again.In Eros, His music is creative and vivid.Sometimes, I cried when I hear the track number 3 in this cd.Because it is so beautiful ,and this song reminds me of the sad memories which I gained through my life.Chris plays a beautiful piano which is accompanied by spanish guitar.His songs in this Cd is magical and unforgettable.Eros is about Chris's memories of his youth period.Eros is perfect Cd for two person who love each other as well.Chris has opened new heart in me, and I believe that it will do the same thing for you. His songs takes you to the land where kindness lives forever.Chris has touched many heart with his music.His music Brings joy and sadness,and it inspire you with its magical atmosphere.Buy this Cd,and you will love it.Chris has afew other cd other than Eros,and they are perfect album as well.....Forever....Viva Chris....

BEST GUITAR & SYNTHESIZER ALBUM .........2001-12-30

I DON'T REMEMBER HOW MANY TIMES I HEARED THIS CD. MAYBE HUNDREDS IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL AND ROMANTIC, SIMPLY THE BEST MUSIC A PERSON CAN BUY FOR HIMSELF OR FOR FRIENDS.THIS IS A MASTERPIECE THAT WILL REMAIN AS A CLASSIC AS TIME GOES BY.THE MOST POWERFUL COMBINATION OF ACOUSTIC GUITARS AND SYNTHESIZERS EVER CREATED.

Remarkable!.......2000-08-13

The music on this CD is so many things at once! It's uplifting, soothing, inspiring and comforting, energetic yet subdued. It flows beautifully and puts the listener in touch with something beautiful. I love the CD so much that my husband and I had it as the theme for our wedding last year.

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Old Skool
Rice Krispies
Atlanta...that's where I stay....classic rhymes!!!
I didn't know they were still around--I knew them back when!
Toach@webtv.net

MC Shy D - Greatest Hits
MC Shy D
Manufacturer: Benz Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000007RXJ
Release Date: 1998-06-16

Tracks:

Rapp Will Never Die
Shy-D Is Back
We Don't Play
Gotta Be Tough
Bust This
I Wanna Dance
I'm Not A Star
Tearin' It Up
Shake It
I Am Rough
It's Just My Caddy
I Don't Want To Treat You Wrong
I Don't Play
I Will Go Off (Part II)
Atlanta - That's Where I Stay
Big Booty Girls
Shy-D From Way Back

Customer Reviews:

Old Skool.......2005-10-15

I have MC Shy D's first OG on cassette. In the shower, I still bump his muzik and re-live the old skool lyrics I grew up to when I was a kid. I'm now 24 and still enjoy listening to it as much as I did back then; even more now cuz I can appreciate the muzik and dig what it is he's rappin' about.

Rice Krispies.......2005-09-07

On his Greatest Hits, I was expecting to get a clean CD of songs that were taken from the original masters or reel-to-reels, but the first 9 songs were recorded off of vinyl.

I gave this CD 2 Stars because you can hear all of the snap, crackle, and pops that expect to hear on old records. If this might be a concern of yours, then buyer(s) beware...

Atlanta...that's where I stay....classic rhymes!!!.......2004-07-30

This is a real groundbreaking compilation that every hip hop fan should digest in full. You have to realize that MC SHY D was the first of his kind. You have to credit him with the fact that he was the first rapper from the south who had some originality. His skills, sound and style predated 2 LIVE CREW, of whom were his label mates.

He gives props to Atlanta in his music constantly -- he wasn't from the East Coast, which during his time, dominated hip hop.

It is important to note that his DJ Mike Fresh, had an incredible amount of talent. He could scratch (listen to "I Will Go Off Part II"), throw in dope samples (like in "Atlanta, That's Where I Stay"), and was a huge factor in the success of the immortal jams that this release contain!

The beats have heavy, peppy bass with fast 16th note hi-hat taps, almost like a pre-booty bass feel. SHY D himself usually sounds like he's about 16 years old.

MC SHY D, a figure that is often overlooked in the annuals of hip hop, who deserves way more credit than he gets.

Get this release and get educated!!!

I didn't know they were still around--I knew them back when!.......1999-12-07

I just gave the CD three stars as an even review; I've never heard a recording of theirs. Funny thing, though: Back in 1988 or '89, I met them (there were two of them). I lived in Atlanta, and my mother's friend and roommate was either dating one of them or good friends with one of them. Anyhow, they came over to the house one evening, and they met my mother and I. I, about four or five at the time, had no idea who they were (Musically, I still don't--I just looked their names up on a whim after remembering old songs I liked; I had no idea they had enough songs for a "Greatest Hits" CD). I had never heard their music (although they brought their album and may have autographed it), and didn't care to. I didn't like rap, and I guess I had my head on straight for a kid, because I still don't and most likely never will. But they were very nice guys. I remember I was reading my favorite children's book when they arrived, it was called "Just Like Me," and about a pair of twin sisters. And I remember while one talked to my mother and her friend, the other came over to the table and read the book aloud with me. Such nice people; I'm glad to hear they're still doing their thing.

Toach@webtv.net.......1999-08-06

The foundation!!!Yo this cd is a must 4 old schoolers.ShyD iz da man

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Quiet coolness
I tried to write this review without using a single cliche
I wouldn't really call this drum and bass
perfect
Drum & Bass for Friends and Cocktails

Ambassadors of Style
Thunderball
Manufacturer: Eighteenth Street
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The New Gold Standard
Esl Remixed: The 100th Release of Esl Music
Here Comes Tomorrow

ASIN: B00004HYJ3
Release Date: 2000-03-14

Tracks:

Hijack
Prime Minister
This Girl
Chronic Dose
Selector
Pop The Trunk
Late Nite Trick
Ambassadors Of Style
Sirocco
The Moon, The Sky
Sid's Mellow Trip

Album Details

Trip-Hop/dub. Steve Raskin and Sid Barcelona have Produced a Lethal Cocktail of Drum and Bass, Trip-Hop, Breakbeat and Dub. A New and Unique Sonic Narrative Made Up of Psychedelic Jungle Soundscapes that Soothe the Ears.

Customer Reviews:

Quiet coolness.......2004-07-15

I say "quiet music" because it seems like even the more energetic songs on this album are subdued. But this album will grow on you before you know it. This music, if hard to define, is definitely original. Definitely a nice fit in the eighteenth street lounge label. I call it dub'n'bass. Check it out, you will dig.

I tried to write this review without using a single cliche.......2001-05-16

I bought this album because I'm a fan of Thievery Corporation and their label, Eighteenth St. Lounge. I'd heard a couple of songs of Thunderball from other ESL compilations and was sure that I'd like this album. I took it home, played it and was disappointed. As far as I was concerned, these guys were blatantly pimping themselves as the 21st century version of John Barry (cliché spy reference) by naming themselves "Thunderball" and giving their opening song a title like "Hijack." I found this album's sound too eclectic and filed it away in my collection.

However, I was wrong. This album rewards repeated listening. It's eclecticism is it's strength. This album goes from up-tempo (This Girl) to down-tempo (The Moon, the Sky), from Dub, Drum `n' Bass (Selector) to Trip Hop (Sid's Mellow Trip)(sorry, gratuitous genre references) and for most of the album, somewhere in-between all of these and other categories. This album lacks the obvious hooks of other electronica artists--it's breakbeat lite and uses female vocals sparingly (This Girl, Sirocco). It works on a subtle level more appropriate for a near future spy thriller soundtrack a la James Bond (sorry).

Thunderball, I believe, has a talent level comparable to label-mates Thievery Corporation. Listen to "Ambassadors of Style" as a soundtrack and not an album and you might hear what I hear--music for an imagined film.

My opinion of Thunderball hasn't changed--I still think they're pimping to do a James Bond Soundtrack. However, I no longer believe that's a bad thing.

I wouldn't really call this drum and bass.......2001-02-23

Although a lot of the songs on this have drum and bass beats and mixwell with drum and bass songs, a lot of them have hip hop beats and there is even some down-tempo lounge. It's a dope lp and the songs all are super good, but this isn't a strictly drum and bass album. If you've heard theivery corporation, this is a lot like them. They have a more laid back approach to drum and bass and the whole electronic scene. They do blend in a lot of different styles like funk and reggae but the songs are deffinately not going in the direction of "electronic" sounding electronic music. To listen to, this whole release is excellent, all styles covered and done well. Female vocalists to crazy jamaican rappers to reflective moods all in a well rounded release in the tradition of the 18th street lounge style.

perfect.......2000-08-28

for everybody out there who are sick of clubs and the ate ups buy this album. I think this ablum is more for the living room rather than the dance floor. for the first time that i have heard; thunderball offer up a delicious mind racing album full of tight rythms, deep bass hits , and soothing melodies. just incredible. perfect

Drum & Bass for Friends and Cocktails.......2000-07-21

With hardstep so dominant in the d&b world right now, it is refreshing to hear breakbeats and bass with some sense of subtlety. The most rockin' track on this album (and the initial reason I bought it) is the collision of d&b and dancehall on track 5. However, that track is actually atypical of the rest of the material; instead it ranges from gentle d&b to down-tempo, with some dub-ish elements and pop-ish vocals also entering the mix. The result isn't entirely fresh but by-and-large satisfying. If you need a break from d&b a la Dieselboy (respect going out all the same!), and need an alternative to LTJ Bukem, give this a try.

The Most Beautiful Melodies of Classical Music, Vol. 1-10 (Box Set)

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The Most Beautiful Melodies of Classical Music, Vol. 1-10 (Box Set)

Manufacturer: Delta
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 1 In E Major 'Spring,' I. Allegro
Overture No. 3 BWV 1068: Air
Water Music: Alla Hornpipe
Orpheus and Eurrdice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
Piano Sonata In A Major K. 331: Alla turca
Symphonie No. 3: Allegretto
String Serenade: Waltz
Foreign Countries And People op. 15 No. 1
Flute Concerto No. 1 In G Major, K. 313: Rondo. Tempo di Minuett
Piano Concerto No. 2 In F Minor Op. 21: Larghetto
Quintet In A Major 'Trout': Theme & Variations
Waltz In A Flat Major
Impromptu In G Flat Major D 899,3
Sinfonia concertante In E Flat Major K 364: Presto

Tracks:

Voices Of Spring Waltz Op. 410
Serenade Op. 3 No. 5
Songs Without Words In E Major Op. 19,1
Horn Concerto No. 3 In E Flat Major K. 447: Allegro
Fausts Verdammnis: Dances Of The Sylphes
Flute Concerto In G minor
Salomon: Arrival Of The Queen Of Sheba
Piano Concerto No. 23 In A Major K 488: Andante
Holberg Suite Op. 40: Prelude
Carmen: Intermezzo
String Serenade op. 22: Tempo di valse
Impromptu In B Flat Major D 935 No. 3
I Love You Op. 5 No. 3
Roses From The South, Waltz Op. 388

Tracks:

Peer Gynt: Morning
The Tales Of Hoffmann: Barcarole
Melody In F, Op. 3 Nr. 1
The Nutcracker: Waltz Of The Flowers
Standchen
Etude In G Sharp Minor 'La Campanella'
Peer Gynt: Anitras Dance
Moment Musical D 780 No. 3
Canon In D
Overture No. 2: Menuet & Badinerie
Piano Concerto No. 21 In C Major: Andante
Carmen: Seguedille
'Songs without Words': The Venetian Gondola
Eugen Onegin: Waltz
Romance For Violin And Orchestra In G major Op. 26

Tracks:

Die Fledermaus: Overture
Peer Gynt: Solveig's Song
Waltz No. 1 Op. 18 In E flat major 'Grande Valse brillante'
Lullaby
L'Arlesienne: Intermezzo
The Seasons Op. 37b: Barcarole
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Fairies' March
Clarinet Concerto In A Major K 622: Adagio
The Sleeping Beauty: Waltz
La Traviata: Prelude
Carmen, Suite No. 2: Chanson du Toreador
Happy Farmer
Menuet
On The Beautiful Blue Danube, Waltz Op. 314

Tracks:

A Little Night Music K 525: Allegro
Sonata No. 2 In E Major BWV 1031: Siciliano
Op. 11 No. 5: Menuet
Songs Without Words: Duetto
The Nutcracker: Dance of the Toy Flutes
Fruhlingslied (Spring Song)
Waldszenen: Abschied
Mandolin Concerto: Allegro
Music For The Royal Fireworks: La paix: Largo alla Siciliana
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3: Allegro
Waltz In B Minor Op. 69 No. 2
Romance Op. 5
Impromptu In A Flat Major D 935 Nr. 2
Tales from the Vienna Woods, Waltz Op. 325

Tracks:

Ave Maria
Humoresque Op. 101
Sleeping Beautiful: Panorama
Impromptu In E Flat Major, D899 No. 2
Melancholy
Waltz Op. 54,1
Nocturne In B Major Op. 9 No. 3
Caro mio ben
PARTITA IN D FLAT MAJOR: Pastorale
An den Fruhling
The Sleeping Beauty: Pas de quatre, Adagio
Rosamunde - Ballet In G Major
Piano Concerto No. 3 In C Minor Op. 37: Largo
Emperor Waltz, op. 437

Tracks:

Harp Concerto In B Flat Major: Andante allegro
Oboe Concerto In D Minor: Adagio
Flute Concerto In F Major, Op. 10 'La Tempesta di Mare': Presto
Piano Sonata No. 8 In C Minor Op. 13 'Pathetique': Adagio cantabile
Horn Concerto In E Flat Major K 495: Rondo. Allegro vivace
Poeme Op. 41 No. 6
Wilhelm Tell: Soldier's Dance
Liebestraum No. 3 In A flat Major
Violin Romance No. 2
Flute Concerto In E Minor: Rondo
Intermezzo In E Flat Major Op. 117,1
Carmen: Habenera
Symphony No. 3 'Scottish': Vivace non troppo
Vienna Bonbons: Waltz Op. 307

Tracks:

Symphony No. 40 In G Minor K. 550: Molto Allegro
Preghiera - Mozarianna Suite: Ave Verum
Arietta Op. 12,1
Concerto BWV 1056: Arioso
The Four Seasons: Concerto Nr. 3 Autumn: Allegro
Des Abends (Evening)
Holberg Suite Op. 40: Gavotte
Melancholy Galliard
Flute Concerto No. 2 In D Major K. 314: Rondo. Allegretto
Spinning Song
Orchestral Suite No. 3: Valse Melancolique
Flute Quartet K. 285a: Tempo di Minuetto
Moment Musical In A Flat Major, D 780 No. 2
Piano Concerto No. 9 In E Flat Major K 271 'Jeunehomme': Rondo - Presto

Tracks:

String Serenade: Moderato
Traumerei Op. 15
Ave Maria
Cello Concerto No. 2 In D Major: Allegro
Minuet In D Minor
Suite No. 1: Marche Miniature
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Notturno
Mazurka In D Major Op. 33 No. 2
Divertimento K 251: Andantino
On Wings Of A Song
Carmen: Nocturne
Melody
Sonata In C Major BWV 1033: Allegro
Symphony No. 1 In G Minor 'Winter Dreams': Adagio cantabile
Sound Of The Spheres, Waltz Op. 235

Tracks:

The Marriage Of Figaro: Overture
Sonata In C sharp Minor Op. 27,2 'Moonlight Sonata': Adagio sostenuto
German Dance No. 1
Nocturne In C Sharp Minor Op.posth.
Haffner Serenade: Minuet
Septet In E Flat Major Op. 20: Tempo di Minuetto
Symphony No. 4 Italian: Andante con moto
Prelude In D Flat Major Op. 28, No. 15 'Rain Drops'
'3 Small Pieces': Impromptu
'The Nutcracker': March
Romance In E Flat Major Op. 44
Piano Sonata No. 16 In C Major 'Sonata facile': Allegro
'The Nutcracker': Scene No. 10
Enjoy Your Life Waltz, Op. 340

The Kingdom of Heaven Must Be Taken by Storm

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Amazing in concert and on cd...
Genuine Blues with Overwhelming Emotion
Dylan makes commercials now
Worthwhile Marriage of Blues and Folk
Realer Than Real

The Kingdom of Heaven Must Be Taken by Storm
Entrance
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Release Date: 2003-03-04

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The Night Was Dark
Never Afraid
Stranded In A Clearing
Tommy Thank's Summertime Blues
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Customer Reviews:

Amazing in concert and on cd..........2004-07-21

i saw entrance back in march with the yeay yeah yeahs and he blew me away. He was the opening act and this one man band came on to the stage and at first i thought it was a joke but once he started playing i was hooked. He has an awesome set of blues/folk songs that is just candy to my ears. i just got the cd today and it is just as awesome as when i saw him live. im a sucker for blues guitar rock and this guy has got it. this cd will definitely be on my playlist for a while right there with the soledad brothers.

Genuine Blues with Overwhelming Emotion.......2004-04-25

Entrance, real name Guy Blakeslee, is a rock prodigy and the most genuine artist since I can't remember when. His music is influenced by the old delta blues, such as Robert Johnson, but unlike other artists who simply try to imitate older music, Entrance keeps his influences in the back of his mind and lets his soul write the music. All the raw emotion packed into his tracks explodes from the radio and will overwhelm you. I would relate Entrance and his style, retro lyrics, and original guitar playing to that of the White Stripes. But, to be frank, Entrance blows Jack White out of the water. Entrance is who Jack White wants to be, tries to be, but never will be; he is a better, more innovative guitar player, better, more genuine songwriter, and has a much better voice than Jack's by far. This record is a must for anybody into the new rock scene of the Strokes, the White Stripes, and Yeah Yeah Yeahs and for those into classic rock and blues. Also, although the album is great it is nothing compared to Entrance's live performances, so an Entrance show is a must-see. Enjoy.

Dylan makes commercials now.......2004-04-21

Entrance aka Guy Blakeslee (does everyone have two names?) has been rocking his brand of "Anti-Folk" for a few years now. He is Baltimore part of the Devendra Banhart/Joanna Newsome assault on anything fabricated. But unlike them Entrance hasn't perfected his live act. Most people find him hard to listen to. On record, he seems to make more sense. If you smoke a lot of pot, that will help. His psychedelic take on T. Rex and Bob Dylan is brilliant. Entrance explores the work of blues legend Skip James. The cover of "I'm So Glad" recalls how people like Cream and Led Zeppelin were obsessed with early blues too. He lacks a sense of humor, and childishness, that is the key ingredient with his friend, Banhart, and a love for the blues only goes so far. But he's on tour now with Cat Power, so at least Entrance is somehow affecting other bands, if not really moving his audience.

(www.freewilliamsburg.com)

Worthwhile Marriage of Blues and Folk.......2003-12-04

Guy Blakeslee's debut solo effort is, in a word, substantial. The album is undoubtably one of the best combinations of legitamate blues with a subtle folk influenced undertone. The music is all fairly unique, the guitar stye displayed here is very atypical, and very gripping. The lyrics on the originals are mostly a pleasant surprise, both clever, relevant, and wholly introspective. The cover songs are also very good, and are both at least as good as their original incarnations(if not possibly more interesting at times). Some say the singing is harsh, but I see it more as a mellow and heartfelt yelp, and I rather like it. This album is recommended mostly to fans of early delta-blues, but would also be recommended to fans of folk music(protest folk mostly). Conversely, I dont really recommend the album to those of an exclusively mainstream radio taste, this is not for you.

Realer Than Real.......2003-04-15

In an age of rock/blues revivalists such as the White Stripes, Entrance is like a breath of fresh air between so much that is artificial. From the beautiful yet bewildering opener of "Valium Blues," to the irreverent cover of Dylan's "Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues," (here renamed to "Tommy Thumb's Summertime Blues,") this album is brooding with a mix of raw emotions.
With vocals that fall between Jeff Buckley and an all night speed binge, and some of the most original guitar work heard in years, 'The Kingdom of Heaven...' may not be an instant classic, but will surely be appreciated for years to come.

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Purity & sweetness of tone, charged w/ emotional electricity
Esperanza
Excellent!

Esperanza
Kim Angelis
Manufacturer: Skysong
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Messenger
Spirit of Adventure

ASIN: B000008SUA
Release Date: 1996-10-18

Tracks:

Esperanza (Concerto California)
Ramona (Concerto California)
La Fiesta (Concerto California)
Psalm 42
Rusty's Mazurka
A Song for Freddy
Fig Frenzy
The Legend of Joaquin
Land of Dreams
Illusions

Album Description

"...a gold mine of new violin music from the lode of world, folk, and classical inspirations..."

Strong Gypsy influences run throughout this beautiful, moving release. Exquisite compositions for virtuoso violin are accompanied by an international group of outstanding musicians, including Ciro Hurtado (guitarist for Huayucaltia, Strunz and Farrah Ensemble), Guillermo Guzman (bassist for Jackson Browne, Strunz and Farrah), and Grammy Award winning percussionist Stuart Nevitt (Shadowfax).

Customer Reviews:

Purity & sweetness of tone, charged w/ emotional electricity.......2004-06-29

I'm sorry I missed Kim when she performed in my hometown of Roseburg, OR. Great reports from that concert convinced me to pick up this album, and I'm sure glad that I did. This showcase of her original material clearly indicates that Ms. Angelis is a superior classically-trained instrumentalist. Besides her expert attention to violin technique, she plays with a purity and sweetness of tone that is also charged with much emotional electricity. Her eight accompanists hail from around the world, and they very ably embellish her enchanting repertoire and arrangements. (Joe Ross)

Esperanza.......2000-03-18

Another great album that is a must to have. The first 3 pieces comprise the California Concerto which has a decidely spanish flavor. Kim's creativity and incredible technique have resulted in an album which produces a lot of smiles. Excellent production contributes to its appeal.

Excellent!.......1999-06-22

I love this CD! Incredible violin playing, wonderful melodies. If you want to hear beautiful, emotion-filled music get this CD - you won't regret it!

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Boom Style
Bass Mekanik
Manufacturer: Pandisc Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000OLHGJ8
Release Date: 2007-05-22

Tracks:

Subsonic
Escalade
Boom Boom (Get It)
Eastern Drop
Machine Melt
Wicked Bass
Crunk Pipe
Breakin' Down
Boom Style
Trunk Funk
Hi Volume
Tuner Challenge
Chillin
Tokyo Drift
Dont Touch That Stereo
Cruchboxx
More Bass More Power
Intro To Test Section
Sine Wave 19Hz
Sine Wave 20Hz
Sine Wave 21Hz
Sine Wave 22Hz
Sine Wave 23Hz
Sine Wave 24Hz
Sine Wave 25Hz
Sine Wave 26Hz
Sine Wave 27Hz
Sine Wave 28Hz
Sine Wave 29Hz
Sine Wave 30Hz
Sine Wave 31Hz
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Album Description

After a two year hiatus the Bass Mekanik is back with his loudest CD yet! BOOM STYLE will satisfy the sonic cravings of avid bassheadz as well as make true believers out of the casual fan. This old skool set of 17 bone-crunching tracks and an awesome test section marks the return of the true King of Bass. This special, enhanced CD contains drifting video "Tokyo Drift".

Mama Kangaroos: Philly Women Sing Captain Beefheart

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False alarm
a simple yet inspired concept
awesome tribute ......
A tribute album, yet much more

Mama Kangaroos: Philly Women Sing Captain Beefheart
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Genus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0009VF2OY
Release Date: 2005-06-07

Tracks:

Where Theres Woman (Sweetie)
The Past Sure is Tense (Winterbrief)
The Witch Doctor Life (Global Transmission)
Run Paint Run Run (Big Mess Orchestra)
Apes-Ma (Radio Eris)
Abba Zaba (Voices of Africa)
Sugar Bowl (Jane Gilday)
Her Eyes Are a Blue Million Miles (Faye Davis w/Skip Heller)
My Head is My Only House Unless It Rains (Nancy Falkow)
Crazy Little Thing (Mia Johnson w/Tom Gillam Band)
Lick My Decals Off Baby (Kiss Kiss Kill)
Party of Special Things to Do (Essra Mohawk w/EDO)
Safe As Milk (Take 3) (Hoppy The Frog)
When I See Mommy I Feel Like a Mummy (Tintinabulus)
Im Glad (Friends of Janet)
Ashtray Heart (Beware)
Frying Pan (Thorazine)
Plastic Factory (Lisa Christ Superstar)
Orange Claw Hammer (King of Siam)
Well (Nou Rock w/ Interplay)

Product Description

Mama Kangaroos features twenty emerging and established female artists from Philadelphia performing the songs of painter Don Van Vliet, the man better known as the legendary musician Captain Beefheart. The genre-hopping set covers material spanning the entirety of the Captain's 17 year recording career, while showcasing a diversity of talent and style that once again proves Philly to be one of the country's most vital music centers.

Customer Reviews:

False alarm.......2005-08-25

I don't know why I was under the impression that "Mama Kangaroos" was a choir and that "Philly Women Sing Captain Beefheart" would be a cappella... anyway - that is 0% the case.
I was terrified when I started listening to this disc because having listened through all of Captain Beefheart's discography hundreds of times, having read positive reviews of this album, and having appreciated other tributes like "Fast 'N' Bulbous" and the reunited Magic Band, I expected something quite different.
The first three tracks are driven by programmed drums. Credits are given for "remix," "drum machines" and "beats & programming." I'd expected something much rawer and something performed more in the spirit of Captain Beefheart's voice and/or rhythmic approach.
After the exhausting experience of having listened through the first three tracks, a little sunshine shined through the dark clouds; "Run Paint Run Run" at least had "real" instruments - not just keyboards and drum machines, but the lead vocalist didn't at all capture any essence of Beefheart's voice or timing, and occasionally, perhaps due to a lack of interest in the genius of the composer, lyrics are wrong.
"Abba Zaba" by "Voices of Africa" got me a bit more interested in the recording though. Now it finally started to sound like Don Van Vliet's music. A group of five female voices accompanied by sitar, mandolin and African percussion gave the song a nice flavor.
But the song ended and the clouds blocked out the light; "Sugar Bowl," which originally was a tune from the "Tragic Band" era, has been given a redneck-hippie feel. It's performed on banjo, fiddle and upright bass, and while the idea of such a line-up may sound interesting to some, don't bother to get your hopes up, 'less y'all be heavily into bluegrass.
There's nothing special about the performances on "Her Eyes Are a Blue Million Miles," "My Head is My Only House Unless It Rains" or "Crazy Little Thing" either - unfortunately they're just a bunch of mainstream performances that are far from the level of performance of the original recordings. For some reason "My Head" has also been given a Texas-feel by lap steel and violin.
Then comes the real tragedy - something that probably would offend Don Van Vliet if he ever heard it - "Lick My Decals Off Baby..." The song has been raped and abused by the group "Kiss Kiss Kill." Not one note of the original music is played by the barely mediocre trio of guitar, bass and drums that performs the song. The music reflects in no way upon the Captain Beefheart tune "Lick My Decals Off Baby." The only similar element is the words, but that's all - the melody is also new, and it really sounds like a cheap parody... and the show goes on that way; the subsequent tracks have also been heavily modified up until "When I See Mommy I Feel Like a Mummy," which instrumentally would be recognizable as the tune it's supposed to sound like, but it's not a very interesting listen throughout - it runs for 8 minutes and 50 seconds.
"I'm Glad" was, of course, no typical Magic Band tune, but it has been further transformed into a pathetic run-of-the-mill tune that you wouldn't be surprised hearing on some light AOR station.
"Ashtray Heart" is performed by an all-female rock group, which you can't help being reminded of the Courtney Love group "Hole" by. It sounds like the tune had been recorded in a huge hall before sound check, and the extremely punked up version of "Frying Pan" is not much different - I didn't know whether to laugh or cry when I heard it...so I did neither.
"Plastic Factory" does not remind of the music of the original recording, "Orange Claw Hammer" is another "yee-haw" hillbilly tune...not worth comments...and "Well" has been given an ugly mess of reed instruments, guitar, percussion and samples, though originally recorded a cappella.
I don't know if so much of the music has been rewritten both instrumentally and vocally due to a low production budget (not enough money to buy rights,) or if this actually is the idea of a homage to Don Van Vliet by a group of people as big as the group of people involved in this project, but I'd be surprised if this album, in less than 9/10 cases, is not a huge disappointment to real Captain Beefheart fans (who might have expected reflections of his genius.) People who enjoy listening to pop-radio and/or are fans of some of these bands might enjoy these takes on these Beefheart tunes, but it is nevertheless scary to think that this album might be somebody's introduction to his music.
What is the point in trying to make his music more accessible by forcing it to sound commercial, when what Van Vliet wanted to do was to break up the catatonic state?
I understand of course, that this is not an attempt to copy his musical personality, but in order to celebrate it or make a homage to a living genius, this is not the way to go.
Though wry and awkward (with the exception of the only real high-light, "Abba Zaba,") you have to respect someone wanting to acknowledge people about Don Van Vliet's music and trying to keep it alive, so 2/5 stars is pretty fair for this album.

a simple yet inspired concept.......2005-08-09

To the diehard Beefheart fan it would be easy to dismiss this set as travesty and pure novelty, however this misses the point. Most of the reworkings on this set bring out nuances of the originals that are easily overlooked. For me the delight has been listening back to the originals through the different perspective offered by these 'cover versions'
Inevitably some pieces are less inspired than others, but overall there are enough highlights to please all but the most rabid of Beefheart fanatics
'Plastic Factory' as THE seminal piece of garage rock anyone?

awesome tribute .............2005-07-21

........to cap'n beefhart as well as to the philly music scene. The breadth of female talent in this city (and showcased on this album) is quite impressive.
well produced and very very good listening!

A tribute album, yet much more.......2005-06-19

Mama Kangaroo's is no collection of basement tapes, but a very smoothly produced set of fully realized tracks. A well-thought out selection of Beefheart songs, performed with skill and commitment by a grab-bag of female (well, mostly, sort of) artists from Philadelphia's often underrated music scene.

In style, they range from folk to funk to straight blues, to the spooky spoken rhythms of Apes-Ma (my first favorite). The best of these covers take Beefheart's songs in new directions, revealing his beautiful songwriting in a way that's more accessible than the originals but takes nothing away from them. There are few weak spots. The songs are respected at the same time that they are used as artistic vehicles for a new generation of artists with their own visions and styles, and that's what makes a tribute album more than a bunch of covers.

This is an excellent collection that only fails to get a full five-star rating because it is, after all, a collection and not a single conceptual whole by one artist. Highly recommended for Beefheart aficionados and novices alike.

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"Serenade" by Gary Schnitzer
Serenade is Simply a Musical Dream

Serenade

Manufacturer: GMS
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006JIN2
Release Date: 2002-09-02

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Cant Help Falling in Love With You
Tammy
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Shall We Gather At the River
True Love
Edelweiss
Hi Lilli Hi Lo
La Vie en Rose
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A lush collection of love ballads and traditional tunes, arranged with a touch of Appalachian and Country style. Featuring Gary's passionate violin on a carpet of rich string harmony, along with guitar, bass, accordion, and mandolin. This delightful new CD is an instrumental celebration of Love, Remembrance, and Spirit.

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"Serenade" by Gary Schnitzer.......2002-10-24

Gary Schnitzer's latest recording "Serenade" is perhaps his best so far. The recording technique combined with the high quality and moving violin parts are just magnificent. I like all of the songs on "Serenade" but my personal favorite is the haunting and beautiful civil war piece "Ashokan Farewell."

The guitar and accordian parts add immensely to the quality of this recording as well. This is one of the best arrangements of these instruments I've heard in years. Bravo, you can't go wrong making this recording a part of your collection.

Serenade is Simply a Musical Dream.......2002-10-24

Upon purchasing my copy of Serenade I was delighted from the beginning. The stately violin that adorns the cover told me I was in for a musical delight. When I opened the actual C.D. I was drawn further into the enjoyable experience as the clever artistic photo of musician Gary Schnitzer invited me to float with him in a serene tangerine sky. Led by his confident violin the listening experience took my heart to another level. There is definately something for everyone to get out of this recording. It makes the young at heart a bit wiser, and the older soul young at heart. Music is a gift and upon opening my Serenade C.D. I found that Gary had given the gift back to me...

Average customer rating:

As good as "Violin Voyager" seventeen years ago

Gypsy's Odyssey
Kim Angelis
Manufacturer: Skysong Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0007LDJFA
Release Date: 2005-01-07

Tracks:

Vallejo's Vision
Copihue, the Flower of Chile
Far From Home
Aleutian Prayer
The Astoria Waltz
Prelude
Father's Favorite
Shadows of Dreams
Interlude
The Triumph
Pharaoh's Fugue

Album Description

New Gypsy inspirations from the "Violin Voyager", Kim Angelis! A very powerful performance by internationally acclaimed violin virtuoso and composer...Angelis was joined in the studio by these outstanding musicians: Paul Baker, harp; Luis Conte, percussion; Jimmy Earl, bass; Josef Gault, guitar; Melissa Hassin, cello; Ciro Hurtado, guitar; Bruce Malament, piano; Ray Yslas, percussion. Engineered and co-produced by award-winning Dennis Moody.

Customer Reviews:

As good as "Violin Voyager" seventeen years ago.......2006-03-29

Kim is my most favorite violinist, and this CD is just comparable with Kim's work 17 years before, "Violin Voyager", with a more "mature" feeling.
Should buy. Deserve for the waiting (I waited for the shipment from Amazon for almost two months)!

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