Brother

Brother

Track Listings
1. Project
2. Do Your Dance
3. Niecey
4. All of Me
5. Homeless
6. Brother
7. Loverboy
8. Destiny
9. Sunshine
10. Do It
11. True Love
12. If This Isn't Love

O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Buy this
  • dead or alive
  • O Brother, Where Art Thou?
  • MORE OF AN IMPULSE PURCHASE FOR ME
  • A real cheer-me-up CD
 O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Various Artists - Soundtrack
Manufacturer: Lost Highway
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ASIN: B00004XQ83
Release Date: 2000-12-05

Tracks:

  1. Po Lazarus - J. Carter & Prisoners
  2. Big Rock Candy Mountain - Harry McLintock
  3. You Are My Sunshine - Norman Blake
  4. Down In The River To Pray - Alison Krauss
  5. I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow - The Soggy Bottom Boys featuring Dan Tyminski
  6. Hard Time Killing Floor Blues - Chris Thomas King
  7. Man Of Constant Sorrow (Instrumental) - Norman Blake
  8. Keep On The Sunny Side - The Whites
  9. I'll Fly Away - Gillian Welch & Alison Krauss
  10. Didn't Leave Nobody But The Baby - Gillian Welch, Alison Krauss & Emmylou Harris
  11. In The Highways - The Peasall Sisters
  12. I Am Weary - The Cox Family
  13. I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow (Instrumental) - John Hartford
  14. O Death - Ralph Stanley
  15. In The Jailhouse Now - The Soggy Bottom Boys featuring Tim Blake Nelson
  16. I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow (With band) - The Soggy Bottom Boys featuring Dan Tyminski
  17. Indian War Whoop (Instrumental) - John Hartford
  18. Lonesome Valley - The Fairfield Four
  19. Angel Band - The Stanley Brothers

Amazon.com's Best of 2001

The best soundtracks are like movies for the ears, and O Brother, Where Art Thou? joins the likes of Saturday Night Fever and The Harder They Come as cinematic pinnacles of song. The music from the Coen brothers' Depression-era film taps into the source from which the purest strains of country, blues, bluegrass, folk, and gospel music flow. Producer T Bone Burnett enlists the voices of Alison Krauss, Gillian Welch, Emmylou Harris, Ralph Stanley, and kindred spirits for performances of traditional material, in arrangements that are either a cappella or feature bare-bones accompaniment. Highlights range from the aching purity of Krauss's "Down to the River to Pray" to the plainspoken faith of the Whites' "Keep on the Sunny Side" to Stanley's chillingly plaintive "O Death." The album's spiritual centerpiece finds Krauss, Welch, and Harris harmonizing on "Didn't Leave Nobody but the Baby," a gospel lullaby that sounds like a chorus of Appalachian angels. --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Buy this.......2007-07-23

This album is almost as good as the movie. A good purchase whether you like bluegrass or not.

5 out of 5 stars dead or alive.......2007-07-21


This motion picture soundtrack brings grins all around because each of the tracks associates so instantly with a scene from the uproarious film it graced with fine folk music, in the process generating something of a musical renaissance for those drawn to the genre.

This is pure, early-twentieth-century, down-south Americana. It would be hard to find a more dignifying and elevating anthology of music to represent that slice of American history. This music is laced with humor and irony, putting the lie to the impression many people have that it's practitioners and their folk come from a benighted subculture between the coasts and in a chronological backwater.

Listen and love it.

5 out of 5 stars O Brother, Where Art Thou?.......2007-05-28

My 1-year old grandson goes to sleep listening to some of the songs on the album, unless he is bouncing up and down to the faster numbers. I have therefore listened to the songs many, many times, and enjoy them every time. They are easy to listen to, to sing along with and to rock the baby with!

2 out of 5 stars MORE OF AN IMPULSE PURCHASE FOR ME.......2007-05-26

I regretted buying this after listening to it once. I haven't listened to it since and that's about three months ago. Simply put, without the movie to provide a context, the music itself doesn't sell itself. There are four cuts of 'I'm a Man of Constant Sorrow", two by the same artists which goes a long way to proving my point. I haven't seen the movie in a few years and I'm sure there's a logical reason for the song being repeated in the soundtrack that many times, but I can't remember what it is. Sometimes I like roots music with clear acoustic instrumental sounds and soulful voices. But as for an introduction to this type of music for a general listener, this is not the CD to get. It's mostly for the already converted.

4 out of 5 stars A real cheer-me-up CD.......2007-05-22

Couldn't feel bad while listening to this soundtrack - skipped over the serious stuff and just played "Happy"!!
Cheap Thrills
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Big Brother & Holding Co.
  • Introducing Janis Joplin, queen of soul and her fellow bandmates....
  • 4 1/2 stars.
  • A WONDERFUL EARLY LISTEN TO JANIS AS WE ALL KNOW HER
  • My Favorite Album
 Cheap Thrills
Big Brother & The Holding Company , and Janis Joplin
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B00000K2VU
Release Date: 1999-08-31

Tracks:

  1. Combination Of The Two
  2. I Need A Man To Love
  3. Summertime
  4. Piece Of My Heart
  5. Turtle Blues
  6. Oh, Sweet Mary
  7. Ball And Chain
  8. Roadblock (Studio Outake)
  9. Flower In The Sun (Studio Outake)
  10. Catch Me Daddy (Live)
  11. Magic Of Love (Live)

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One of the most eagerly awaited albums in rock history, Big Brother & the Holding Company's 1968 major label debut (they'd previously released one thinly produced collection on the small Mainstream label) made good on all the hype generated by Janis Joplin's amazing performance at the Monterey Pop Festival the year before. Crowned by its hit single, a churning remake of Aretha Franklin's sister Erma's "Piece of My Heart," the album also contained Joplin's Monterey showstopper, Big Mama Thornton's "Ball and Chain," as well as the Gershwin classic "Summertime," on which Joplin's always underappreciated band (especially guitarists Sam Andrews and James Gurley) match her vocal intensity with their own ferocious playing. This expanded reissue includes two previously unissued outtakes ("Roadblock" and "Flower in the Sun") and a couple of heretofore unheard live cuts ("Catch Me Daddy" and "Magic of Love"), all from 1968. --Billy Altman

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Big Brother & Holding Co........2007-07-09

Not what I expected. Even though I listened to some of the music before ordering, I expected a dif. sound on some of the recordings. Every song is about the same...screaming.

5 out of 5 stars Introducing Janis Joplin, queen of soul and her fellow bandmates...........2007-05-16

I first heard CHEAP THRILLS, by Janis Joplin's Big Brother & The Holidng Company, on vinyl. It was a life altering experience. At that time, it was the age of cheesy boy bands, screaming divas and mindless techno. This 1968 release was a breath [no, make that a gust!] of fresh air. This album starts off with a bang ("Combination of the Two") and relentlessly grows with intensity and bold musicianship. For starters, Janis' accompanists and back-up singers are seamless. I don't care how stoned out they were. They sound amazing, and a lot better than many sober artists of today. You can tell, since this was a live recording, just how stoked the audience was to see them. Janis encouraged...no, tried DEMANDED audience participation. Joplin thrived on drawing energy from the crowds that came to see her, and this is really made evident here.

What sets this music apart from other bands of its time (or of any time, really) was the combination of terrific, brilliantly orchestrated and arranged instrumentals, Joplin's amazing, spectacularly expressive vocals, channeling the agony ("I Need a Man To Love") and the ecstasy ("Summertime") of love and life. Plus, there are four bonus cuts, on this CD release of the album. I love you, Janis. It is really extraordinary how many artists have been inspired by her. There are truly no substitutes of imitations for someone so incomparable. Buy CHEAP THRILLS and consider it your introduction to real music.

4 out of 5 stars 4 1/2 stars........2007-03-24

there's a line of thought that's been floated out there that big brother & the holding company were not up to par with the talent of janis joplin. bunk. while nobody is going to accuse them of possessing any amazing facile grace on their instruments, the fact remains that ms joplin made her most powerful music with these boys. CHEMISTY here trumps technique. big brother's raw sprawling sound perfectly compliments janis joplin's wild vocals. she sounds possessed by some spirit of liberation at times here, shrieking a juxtaposed answer to the musicians fury. her performance seems to draw an energy from the wicked sounds being produced around her. this entire album is a wild rock and roll ride, and a must for all collections. the work she produced after big brother & the holding company seems tame in comparison.

5 out of 5 stars A WONDERFUL EARLY LISTEN TO JANIS AS WE ALL KNOW HER.......2007-03-11

i have always wanted to check out this album, and now i see what others meant when they listened to it. janis showed her behind on this one. my fave on here though is TURTLE BLUES, one she wrote. her performance of this is a wonderful thing to listen to. janis, when she is into it, man, has a way of sending chills up and down my whole doggone body in an odd way. i also like that last bonus cut on there as well........i cannot think of the name of it!!!! all in all, this is an enjoyable album. i would recommend it to anyone who has CLOSED MINDED opinion about janis joplin's singing style. actually, i also recommend anything where she is live..............especially early.

5 out of 5 stars My Favorite Album.......2007-03-10

Cheep Thrills is my old man's favorite album, daddy! When Janice Joplin was with Big Brother & The Holding Company they were both at their best and it wasn't Janice. It was truly the whole band Big Brother not just Janice (tho she was stellar). The cd has bonus cuts on it which don't improve the album. In it's original layout it was just the coolest from the Crum comix on the jacket to the lineup of pure genius classics. Got it nice -n- cheep
To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • I've Laughed for Over 35 Years
  • To Russell, my brother,Whom I Slept wiith
  • Bedtime Cosby
  • Sleepover at Bill's house
  • Good but dated fun
 To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With
Bill Cosby
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000062TL
Release Date: 1998-04-28

Tracks:

  1. Baseball
  2. Conflict
  3. The Losers
  4. The Apple
  5. To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With

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This is one of his finest comedy discs, and it remains as fresh and funny as ever. Recorded at the height of his standup popularity, the master raconteur's 1968 album To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With is a fine example of the multi-talented veteran's effortless mastery. Cosby discusses "Baseball" and "Conflict" with his usual blend of impishly winsome insight and flat-out yuks. The 27-minute title track, a memorable meditation on the joys and terrors of childhood, is one of his most resonant achievements. --Scott Schinder

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars I've Laughed for Over 35 Years.......2007-05-19

My mother gave me this album when I was two or three (because I inherited Dad's love of music, I was taught how to handle vinyl at a young age). Only years later did I appreciate how masterful the material was to draw out loud laughs from me as a preschooler, my friends and I as middle schoolers and me as an adult fussy about my comedy. That's multilevel genius, best demonstrated on the title track, which ranks among the greatest routines ever. But he also throws in The Losers, an account of early fatherhood I can't help thinking about and giggling at as I deal with my own perpetual motion two-year-old daughter (who has never seen the belt. But will hear about it.)

5 out of 5 stars To Russell, my brother,Whom I Slept wiith.......2007-04-12

The funniest,truest narrative on sibling behavior I have ever heard. I loved it when it first released and was delighted to find it in cd. A gift to my nephews whose antics are mirrored in this album.
Bill Cosby's sterling performance, comedy without profanity,great man.
With laughter and Aloha Tracy McPherson

3 out of 5 stars Bedtime Cosby.......2007-02-01

"To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With" (1968) was Bill Cosby's 6th live comedy album. From the 5 Bill Cosby discs I have, it's my least favorite. There are 5 tracks on it. Though it's interesting to hear Bill open a show, I don't really like "Baseball" or "Conflict" much. My favorite is "The Losers", which follows up on "Two Daughters" from Revenge (1967), about his baby daughters Erica and Erin. Adam and Eve's "The Apple" would be done as "It's the Women's Fault" on "It's True! It's True!" (1969) with more material about mothers, though "The Apple" version is a bit livelier. I don't listen much to the 27 minute "To Russell, My Brother, Whom I Slept With" story. Don't get why it's so popular, but it's okay. It's more atmospheric than anything. I'd recommend "Revenge" for newcomers to the CDs.

5 out of 5 stars Sleepover at Bill's house.......2006-07-30

There is no better way to get to "know" someone than by listening to their "remember when..." and "did I tell about the time..." stories. The "Russell" track brings you right into Cosby's childhood room; its like 'spending the night at Bill's house.'
Cosby is such a great storyteller, that after you listen to this CD, you will feel as if you know him and his brother personally. The other tracks, are good also but not as memorable as the Russell segment.

Of course you will laugh your head off. Highly recommended. Appropriate for most ages.

5 out of 5 stars Good but dated fun.......2006-01-29

Got this for my wife. She wanted it because her tape of it had worn out. The fondness for her was her memories of her family listening to a record of 'To Russell,....' together. I listened to it and found it to be hilarious. My only criticism is that they need a brief glossary guide to some of the language, for example bread another name for money in the dialogue. Otherwise it was fun to listen to with my wife.
The Undisputed Truth
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • The genuine positive proof
  • The Undisputed Truth - Bro Ali
  • Not really feelin it.
  • Wishing upon a star
  • Not Shadows, but Shadows....
 The Undisputed Truth
Brother Ali
Manufacturer: Rhymesayers
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000NQR7QG
Release Date: 2007-04-10

Tracks:

  1. WHATCHA GOT
  2. LOOKIN AT ME SIDEWAYS
  3. TRUTH IS
  4. THE PUZZLE
  5. PEDIGREE
  6. DAYLIGHT
  7. FREEDOM AINT FREE
  8. LETTER FROM THE GOVERNMENT
  9. HERE
  10. LISTEN UP FEAT. WHIPPER WHIP
  11. TAKE ME HOME
  12. UNCLE SAM GODDAMN
  13. WALKING AWAY
  14. FAHEEM
  15. EAR TO EAR

Album Description

In the year 2000, Brother Ali joined the Minneapolis powerhouse Rhymesayers Entertainment with a self-produced demo called "Rites of Passage". Three years later Ali took the underground by storm with an undeniable stage presence and his critically acclaimed debut full-length "Shadows On the Sun". The impact was unquestionable and that next year Ali solidified his place amongst the independent hip hop elite with the release of 2004's "The Champion" ep.

Like deja vu, here we are three years later and Ali is ready to take the world by storm with his latest creation. After struggling through a series of personal roadblocks, from parting ways with his wife of 10 years, becoming homeless and trying to secure custody of his only son...Brother Ali along with Atmosphere producer and Shadows & Champion collaborator Ant, present the long awaited sophomore full-length album "The Undisputed Truth". Personal, political and more powerful than ever, simply put, the truth is here.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The genuine positive proof.......2007-06-22

As a greatful owner of every release by the man (misc. songs included), I could write an 80 page essay on what there is to love about Brother Ali, but I'll state it like this to save everyone's time: If you don't like Brother Ali, you don't have a soul.

This record just further carves out the path to, well, to the undisputed truth. Ali Boombiayyeeeeeee!!

4 out of 5 stars The Undisputed Truth - Bro Ali.......2007-05-24

I was extremely impressed by the video and lyrics to Uncle Sam..., consequently I bought each CD. I returned all but The Undisputed Truth. Please keep in mind as you read this that I am a 51 year old woman and it is quite unusual for me to buy anything even resembling rap nowadays. I find Brother Ali refreshing and believe him to be a man with a strong social conciousness. I was not always impressed with the beats or rhythms in this CD...some sounded choppy to me... but I truly appreciated his lyrics.

1 out of 5 stars Not really feelin it........2007-05-23

Brother Ali is a good lyricist. If you reminise back to Scribble Jam, it shows him battling pretty well. But him as an MC droppin an album, it doesn't fit him. I guess everybody has their own perspective taste in hip hop. He brings up good concepts but his rhythm attraction really lacks. His beats is just terrible. You don't have to have a phat beat to have a good song but I don't think anybody would sound good spitting to these beats. If you're that type looking for the deep ill rhythm blending in real soul instrumentals, this album is not for you. Rhymesayers is full of talented emcees but this one im not feeling. An emcee that I highly recommend (Not from Rhymesayers) is RODAN - Theophany: The Book Of Elevations. After listening to this album you'll definetly know what im talking about. OnE............

1 out of 5 stars Wishing upon a star.......2007-05-18

This guy means well, and is a pretty good lyricist, but thats as far as this album goes, i give him credit for choosing to have different content than the usual rappers lately, but then again, he don't have much choice, he's white. He basically has 2 songs on the whole album, and then each of those songs are done about 7 times, to slightly different beats, which are garbage, i never understood how artists can release albums with beats like these, don't they listen to them before hand? maybe its because he's a lyricist and so he's too wrapped up in himself to understand a good beat. Of all the songs, he has 1 that is worth having on your ipod "here", but other than that, if he wants any kind of success, he needs real production and he needs to learn that an album shouldn't be one giant rhyme battle, it should be an album, with different tones, different voice perspectives. There is a reason eminem is the only successful white rapper, he understands the difference between making songs for an album and battling, that and he has always had Dr. Dre to show him what is and is not a good beat, in Dre's case, a great beat.

4 out of 5 stars Not Shadows, but Shadows...........2007-05-15

Not Shadows on the Sun, but Shadow's might be the best rap album ever made. This is a VERY strong follow-up, a very introspective journey, and a very strong rap album. I first bought it on Itunes, then found out about the bonus DVD and bought that as well, it's that good...pick up a copy.
Brother Bear
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • The sad downfall of disney
  • Affecting movie, glorious and unforgettable music!!
  • It's great!
  • Brother Phil
  • From 4 to 44
 Brother Bear
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Disney
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B0000DD54A
Release Date: 2003-10-21

Tracks:

  1. Look Through My Eyes
  2. Great Spirits - Tina Turner
  3. Welcome
  4. No Way Out
  5. Transformation - The Bulgarian Women's Choir
  6. On My Way
  7. Welcome - The Blind Boys Of Alabama
  8. No Way Out
  9. Transformation
  10. Three Brothers
  11. Awakes As A Bear
  12. Wilderness Of Danger And Beauty

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars The sad downfall of disney.......2006-06-28

This soundtrack is an example how music, what had been for many years the keystone to disney films, has now become of negligible importance.
Employing such artists as phil collins and tina turner to preform songs in the films, rather than have characters themselves sing weakens the storyline. An animated musical, what disney films are, needs to have the songs sung by the characters.
To put aside for a moment the weak lyrics, the very basic orchestrated pieces, and the over use of brass instruments in conjunction with tradition native american instruments, the songs carry no emotion. They do not create fear, love, hate or saddness.These songs cause no desire for anyone to sing them again to remind themselves of the film.
With hope this will not be the future of disney musical pieces and things will improve.

5 out of 5 stars Affecting movie, glorious and unforgettable music!!.......2006-04-05

Every time I watch the movie, I can't stop my tears because of being moved and the warmth every plot gives me. And music is the greatest thing and the most important part of the movie! This soundtrack was another success of Phil Collins after "Tarzan".
The first song in the movie, "Great Spirits" is very splendid! I love it because it's rhythmic and with inspiring lyric. It always encourages me when I'm depressed. And so is the song "On My Way". Whenever I listen to it, I feel as if it's telling me, "There's nothing to be afraid of, just go ahead!" I love to listen to it while I'm walking or having a long train travel. "Welcome" is a great song, I love to listen to it with all my families or friends, and some of them who also like this song often sing along, then we always have a good time. Sometimes, suddenly, I associate this song with the tableaus of the movie, then my eyes get wet unconsciously! "No Way Out" is an excellent song, but just a little sentimental. I don't know how to hold my tears back while I'm listening to it! However, maybe the essence of this song is its sadness I think.
When I first watch the movie, I thought the scores were wonderful. But when I bought the CD and listened to them, I felt that it was a little noisy to me. I was a little disappointed that "Great Spirits" which was performed by Phil Collins was not in this soundtrack.
However, this soundtrack is quite good, and it fits for not only Disney fans but also music fans in all ages. Phil Collins did well in produsing this soundtrack, and showed his capability to everyone who has listened to this soundtrack. And I hope Phil Collins can write more songs for Disney's movies in the future!

5 out of 5 stars It's great!.......2005-05-13

I think it's one of the best Disney Soundtracks!My favourite songs in this album are "Great Spirits" "No way out" "On my way", Especially "Great Spirits"! If you are a Disney fan, don't miss it!

4 out of 5 stars Brother Phil.......2005-02-04

This is Phil Collins' soundtrack album to the 2003 Disney movie, "Brother Bear," with Phil collaborating once again with Mark Mancina, the composer who worked with Phil on the music for Disney's "Tarzan." And while Phil's music for "Brother Bear" falls a *tad* short of the great work he did on "Tarzan"---just a tad, mind you---this is still very pleasant, solid music from Mr. Collins, including such songs as "Look Through My Eyes," "Welcome," "No Way Out," and "On My Way." Tina Turner does an excellent guest lead vocal on "Great Spirits," as do The Blind Boys Of Alabama on the second version of "Welcome." And the three orchestral tracks that close the album, co-written by Collins and Mancina, are all quite good. The songs on "Brother Bear" may not be as memorable as the batch that Phil did for "Tarzan" (which may explain Phil's lack of an Oscar nomination for this movie), but still, this is very good music, and Phil's vocals and drum work here is very strong (as always). If you're a Phil Collins fan, then definitely pick up the "Brother Bear" movie soundtrack.

5 out of 5 stars From 4 to 44.......2004-09-29

My four-year-old brought this CD to me on my last trip to Best Buy and now it spins daily in my car's CD player on the way to preschool and work. I own a lot of Disney music (thanks to 4-year-old Rachel) but this is one of the best Disney disks I own. Our favorites are "On My Way"--a great upbeat melody about new beginnings and setting forward on your path and "Great Spirits"--a powerful song about the unseen forces that can guide us in this life. I love it when my daughter and I sing these songs together. We bond in many ways through this music.
Big Brother And The Holding Company
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Sad and superb
  • Unbelievable!!!
  • Raw, explosive - Best of the San Francisco sound
  • Elements of Greatness
  • I WAS SURPRISED BY HOW MUCH I REALLY DUG THIS
 Big Brother And The Holding Company
Big Brother & The Holding Company , and Janis Joplin
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ASIN: B00000K29E
Release Date: 1999-08-31

Tracks:

  1. Bye, Bye Baby
  2. Easy Rider
  3. Intruder
  4. Light Is Faster Than Sound
  5. Call On Me
  6. Women Is Losers
  7. Blindman
  8. Down On Me
  9. Caterpillar
  10. All Is Loneliness
  11. Coo Coo
  12. The Last Time
  13. Call On Me (Alternate Take)
  14. Bye, Bye Baby (Alternate Take)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Sad and superb.......2007-06-13

Another chance to listen to a magic voice. Sad feeling - that was too short.

5 out of 5 stars Unbelievable!!!.......2007-05-04

This is unlike anything you've heard! Yes, there is plenty of Janis Joplin in this album, but there is also so much Big Brother and the Holding Company! You have both male and female voices on this album! Janis Joplin shines, and the best song on the album is "Call on Me" it's nothing like you've ever heard. Janis is at her best, and there is another version of "Call on Me" on this album. This is a must for any Janis Joplin fan.

5 out of 5 stars Raw, explosive - Best of the San Francisco sound.......2007-04-08

Simply titled Big Brother & The Holding Company (1967), the album is Janis's one attempt to be part of a group ensemble instead of the "star." The performances are proof-positive that Janis never succeeded at blending in - she had too much power. In the opening number, "Bye, Bye Baby," Janis's voice is double-tracked. Thanks to the elegant re-mastering job, the raw beauty of that performance can now be fully appreciated. The group itself produced a fine debut album, but it's doubtful that the album would have been treated to such a lavish re-mastering job without the historical connection that Joplin provided. This is the best of the San Francisco sound: raw, driven rock where the musicians were genuinely talented. Sounds great!!

5 out of 5 stars Elements of Greatness.......2007-03-25

For those who do not already know this album, let me first echo a few of the caveats made by some of the other reviewers: 1) This being Big Brother's first album, made before the Monterey Pop Festival and thus before they, and most especially Janis, hit international stardom, it lacks the developed sound and careful production of Cheap Thrills. 2) Janis sings lead not on every song, but on every second track. 3) A number of the tunes must be taken for what they are: goofy, experimental forays by an inspired group of talented hippie-musicians who were still in the process of discovering what it is that they do best and in so doing developing a unique artistic identity. As such, songs like "Light is Faster Than Sound" and "Caterpillar" (one could add to this list "Harry" and "Gutra's Garden," both of similar ilk found not on this album but on Big Brother live collections) would never have made it onto an album with a more commercially-saavy producer, yet they reveal some of the competing--and fun--elements that were in the Big Brother mix from the beginning.

With those caveats in mind, this album is nevertheless a jewel, expecially when one considers how precious little material exists from Janis's greatest period, the mere two-and-a-half years she spent with Big Brother. Janis's voice here is higher, clearer, and more piercing than the raspiness of her Cheap Thrills period; it and the music have not yet found their way to the hugeness of drama, dissonance and pain that mark that second album.

But the voice and the sound on this album have their own special appeal. Songs like "Women is Losers," "Intruder," "Bye, Bye, Baby," "Down on Me" display a startlingly original talent, a voice with a phrasing and tone and force of conviction that leaps out at the listener with an urgency that is unlike any other.

Finally, a note to those who may already own the original vinyl edition of this album and therefore question whether they need another copy: The original issue and many of the subsequent re-issues did not contain the song "The Last Time," which was the B-side of a single. This song, written entirely (music and lyrics) by Janis, is astonishing. For me, hearing it for the first time only a few years ago, it was as though I had traveled back in time or Janis had traveled forward into the present and I was hearing Janis's incendiary being in all its searingly defiant nakedness and immediacy. It's at moments like these that I can't help but recall the words Janis sings in "Flower in the Sun":
"I see you looking up at the sky
(Oh, how high it is) --
You wonder if there is another me --
Oh, how can there be? How can there be?"

4 out of 5 stars I WAS SURPRISED BY HOW MUCH I REALLY DUG THIS.......2007-03-01

you know, this was actually pretty good. i listened to it for the first time, and i was surprised at the folky sound of it. i thought that it was gonna be a blues rock romp. i see this as a preamble to CHEAP THRILLS. janis gets her down, but she does not get off on this one like i thought she would. i like the stuff she does not do lead on as well. very interesting formats.
Down from the Mountain: Live Concert Performances by the Artists & Musicians of O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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  • reasonable good CD
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  • Check this out ..
  • Just try it, it is addicting.
 Down from the Mountain: Live Concert Performances by the Artists & Musicians of O Brother, Where Art Thou?
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Lost Highway
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005MJYJ
Release Date: 2001-07-24

Tracks:

  1. Po Lazarus - Fairfield Four
  2. Big Rock Candy Mountain - John Hartford
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Country music reclaimed its traditional soul with the chart-topping triumph of the O Brother, Where Art Thou? soundtrack. This concert sequel, recorded (and filmed) at Nashville's venerable Ryman Auditorium, reunites Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Alison Krauss and Union Station, and other O Brother standouts. With little duplication, the selection extends the movie's revival of acoustic spirituals and Appalachian balladry, though the performances and pacing of the concert aren't quite as consistently compelling as the studio soundtrack. Among the highlights are a pair of originals by Welch and David Rawlings, the bluesy "Dear Someone" and the Everlyesque "I Want to Sing That Rock and Roll." Where O Brother interspersed archival recordings among the contemporary artistry, the concert finds Nashville gospel's Fairfield Four harmonizing on the chain-gang chant of "Po' Lazarus," while the late John Hartford (in one of his final performances) renews the deadpan whimsy of "Big Rock Candy Mountain." --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Good music.......2007-05-15

Good music but not as good as "Oh Brother Where are Thou".
Worth the money.

4 out of 5 stars reasonable good CD.......2006-07-26

This CD was ok. I enjoyed the actual "Brother, Where Art Thou" soundtrack better. If you are really into these particular artists, you should enjoy this.

5 out of 5 stars I'm a Dapper Dan Man! .......2006-05-01

I can't express how much I love this movie, soundtrack and documentary. It's a classic in every sense of the word. The movie is hilarious, the music superb and it makes me reminesse (pardon my spelling)about all those times my parents forced me to watch Hee Haw as a child. It's just the PERFECT movie.

2 out of 5 stars Check this out .........2004-01-29

This is a cool movie no doubt.
I would have rated it higher -- had I not known that some artists in the movie have never been paid for their performance in it -- hundred of thousands of copies sold -- but zilch has been paid to at least one artist that I personally know.
THey were giving this away on PBS -- to those making a donation --he (artist I know of)is ALL over this movie -- but he has yet to be compensated or recognized by the movie producers.

5 out of 5 stars Just try it, it is addicting........2003-10-09

I never thought I was a fan of this kind of music till the "Oh Brother" movie, but this "Down from the Mountain" performance has added to my new love. The DVD or VCR of this is also a must see, where it was good to get to visit John Hartford one more time. I really enjoyed the backstage, inside glimpse at the performers on the DVD. Every single song on the CD is a good addition to the over-all pleasant experience, and I suggest you buy this CD if you are a true lover of good music, no matter what type of music you prefer.
Brother to Brother
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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  • early pop/smooth jazz
  • kerry warthen-mr. music
  • Gino's the man
  • Vannelli still sounds great.
 Brother to Brother
Gino Vannelli
Manufacturer: A&M
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ASIN: B000002GAF
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Appaloosa
  2. The River Must Flow
  3. I Just Wanna Stop
  4. Love & Emotion
  5. Feel Like Flying
  6. Brother To Brother
  7. Wheels Of Life
  8. The Evil Eye
  9. People I Belong To

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars real music returns.......2006-07-03

thanks for your help in getting me back to real music i enjoy the earlier music of my time.

5 out of 5 stars early pop/smooth jazz.......2005-12-26

This disc is one of those rare gems you must own. Aside from being a great vocalist, Gino had a stellar cast of jazz musicians, and by
today's standards, this is one greatsmooth jazz record. Every track
is great. I had the LP and another thing about thing about this album is I always found the sound quality superb. It is a must for
your collection.

5 out of 5 stars kerry warthen-mr. music.......2005-05-23

know one can go wrong with anything gino vannelli, writes he is one of the best and every album/cd that he has made is the best
and don't forget his brother joe vannelli, is super great his arrangements are the best and he is a great musician, the both of them.brother to brother is totally a great cd but if you are like me a long time gino, fan and all of his brothers just buy all of his projects and i know you will be very pleased. I have everything by Gino in my library

5 out of 5 stars Gino's the man.......2005-02-24

I'd been a fan to Gino since I heard his singles "I Just Wanna Stop" and "Living Inside Myself" instantly. I actually love how he sounds. He just combined jazz-rock into pop music or he just combined jazz, rock, pop, a lil R&B into his music. Enuff said.

Ok back to the album I luv every song on this albums but my favorites are: I Just Wanna Stop, River Must Flow, Feel Like Dying, Brother to Brother, Wings of Life, The Evil Eye, and People I Belong To.

Those are songs I play back to back and sing along with. God bless Gino for a wonderful classic. This by far is my favorite album of all-time and Gino is still my top influence of rock history and music culture. Along w/ Steely Dan, Phil Collins, Billy Joel, Elton John, etc. are among my biggest influences in rock 'n roll.

5 out of 5 stars Vannelli still sounds great........2003-03-05

I bought this cassette in the 70's. I just pulled it out, and went back in time listening to it. It still sounds as great as it did almost 30 years ago. Don't miss this one.
Brother, Bring the Sun
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Can't stop moving...
  • Mystery solved
  • Fantastic CD
  • GREAT Artist!
  • just good music
 Brother, Bring the Sun
Dave Barnes
Manufacturer: Razor & Tie
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0002WZT1G
Release Date: 2004-09-21

Tracks:

  1. Crazyboutya
  2. Until You
  3. Graces Amazing Hands
  4. Can't Grow Tired Of Your Love
  5. The L.A. Song
  6. Prayers Of The Saints
  7. Your Love Will Never Change
  8. What Am I Gonna Do
  9. Nothing Fancy
  10. The Inbetween
  11. On A Night Like This

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Can't stop moving..........2007-04-23

Since I got my cd over the weekend I have not stoped boppin around the house. There is something about Dave Barnes soulful sound that begs you to tap your foot and bob your head. Might I also recommend his newest cd, Chasing Mississippi - as this cd will too get you moving. Enjoy!

5 out of 5 stars Mystery solved.......2006-03-08

I have been trying to find this great singer on this mysterious burned CD I received from a friend. I finally found it and I am happy. Being an African-American I am not easily impressed by such an artist, but Dave blew me away. I am happy this mystery is solved. I am happy I have a name to put with this beautiful voice.

5 out of 5 stars Fantastic CD.......2006-03-03

Dave Barnes has such real and raw talent, that this CD is a must have for all music fans. A subtle mix of Gavin Degraw and Marc Broussard...his music has a soulful, southern vibe and begs to be heard. It's definatly on my top played list!

5 out of 5 stars GREAT Artist!.......2005-08-09

I saw Dave Barnes live, and I have to say he's an awesome performer. He really gets the audience involved. I actually met him afterward, and he's very down to earth as well. With that said, this is a wonderful CD. My favorite songs are "Until You" and "On a Night Like This." If you like artists like Gavin Degraw, Howie Day, and other "boys with guitars," I would definitely suggest getting this album!

5 out of 5 stars just good music.......2005-08-02

i saw dave barnes play last night. i liked his music so much that i decided to pick his cd up at the merch table. i love his lyrics, very meaningful. he is also a good live performer, and seems really down-to-earth. i'm already a fan. i hope there is more good music from dave barnes to come.
Mecca and the Soul Brother
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Die Hard Fan
  • mecca is a state of mind
  • Deserving of the Praise! 4.5 Stars
  • Ridiculous
  • like it's even a question
 Mecca and the Soul Brother
Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth
Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea
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ASIN: B000002H84
Release Date: 1992-06-09

Tracks:

  1. Return Of The Mecca
  2. For Pete's Sake
  3. Ghettos Of The Mind
  4. Lots Of Lovin
  5. Act Like You Know
  6. Straighten It Out
  7. Soul Brother #1
  8. Wig Out
  9. Anger In The Nation
  10. They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)
  11. On And On
  12. It's Like That
  13. Can't Front On Me
  14. The Basement
  15. If It Ain't Rough, It Ain't Right
  16. Skinz

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Pete Rock loves horns the way other DJs and producers love drums. It's this obsession with funky horn breaks that sets Pete Rock and C.L. Smooth apart from regular hip-hop bassheads. With its crucial James Brown breaks layered between trumpet and sax loops, coupled with the laid-back vocals of Smooth and Rock, Mecca and the Soul Brother--their first full-length--struts back and forth on that line between rap and soul. Rock's production style is peerless, funky on "If It Ain't Rough, It Ain't Right" and sexy on "Lots of Lovin'." Smooth's liquid freestyle delivery (notably on "Straighten It Out" and "They Reminisce Over You") has been echoed in other skilled MCs (see Common's work). And with their combined skills, Mecca stands up without ever really dating itself. --Todd Levin

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Die Hard Fan.......2007-07-05

Put simply, They are the reason I like hip-hop." They were ahead of their time. What a shame!" I wish they would make up and be friends again. They had 2 mind blowing complete albums. Most underrated duo. Sad day for society when they split. Hip and cool, yet socially and politically conscious. If your reading this, you guys are sorely missed! The game has never recovered! Amazing music where we don't have to kill each other in every other line. You guys were of a 'different cloth.

-It would be a dream come true for "Return of 'Mecca and the Soul Brother." 5+ stars.

Peace True Hip Hop Fans

5 out of 5 stars mecca is a state of mind.......2007-05-23

Follow up to the initial release all souled out EP. Mecca and the soul brother is the full length release that displayed the amazing dj skills of the legendary pete rock and the fantastic lyrics of CL smooth. Rhymes, beats , and life are the main themes that make this a dope album from now until eternity. I wish these brothers could get along so they can make a current release that is just as dope as this one.

4 out of 5 stars Deserving of the Praise! 4.5 Stars.......2007-04-08

This is Rap, Rap before the suits decided rap was something they could turn bad, and sell like crack.

Fun, uplifting music, an album you can enjoy from beginning to end. Strongly Recommended!

5 out of 5 stars Ridiculous.......2007-04-06

It's kind of ridiculous how incredible this album is and how it's gotten very little play and hype compared to D4L or Mistah Fab. They made no chart-topping hits, but I guarantee every song is good.

5 out of 5 stars like it's even a question.......2007-02-26

If you're a hip hop fan and you don't have this, don't tell anyone.

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