Hollywood [CD-single] [Import]

Hollywood [CD-single] [Import]

Hollywood [CD-single] [Import]

ASIN: B0002LNE3M

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
The first single off the 2004 album 'Wayward Angel'. The album version of the title track is b/w two live recordings, 'Top of the World' and 'Like a River'. EMI. 2004.

Hollywood,Kasey Chambers,EMI Int'l,5"CD Singles,Australia,Country,Country-Folk,Country-Rock,Pop,Singer/Songwriter
Every Second Counts
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • such a let down
  • Nothing new
  • To emoish for a guy like me
  • 3-1/2 stars -- If you hate emo, skip this review
  • If this is good music, I would hate to hear the awful stuff
 Every Second Counts
Plain White T's
Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000N8UY32
Release Date: 2007-02-26

Tracks:

  1. Our Time Now
  2. Come Back To Me
  3. Hate (I Really Don't Like You)
  4. You And Me
  5. Friends Don't Let Friends Dial Drunk
  6. Making A Memory
  7. So Damn Clever
  8. Tearin' Us Apart
  9. Write You A Song
  10. Gimme A Chance
  11. Figure It Out
  12. Let Me Take You There
  13. Hey There Delilah

Album Description

Contains the smash hit, "Hey There Delilah"!

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars such a let down.......2007-07-04

Okay, so I bought this album based on "Hey There Delilah". I know, I know. What can I say? It's a simple, fun little ditty. When I saw it was a "bonus track", I briefly considered the possibility that this is the little lyrical accoustic after-thought to an album full of bland power chords and blander lyrics. Then I said, "No, this'll be good."

Nope. As I desperately sought for another song with some hint of originality or depth (track 12 coming the closest), my girlfriend aptly said, "They sound like a high school band."

Fifteen regrettable dollars lighter, I pause to pontificate on what it is people hear in this kind of bland music. Perhaps it is just the MTV teen girls with their parents' disposable income who think they're cute and really don't care what they're listening to, so long as it's cool. This album is so derivative and bland - both musically and lyrically. Is there some rule that rock artists who break into major formats can't incorporate interesting instruments (violins, digeridoos, flutes, etc...) or drift from repetitive power chords? Are these artists forbidden by market demands to write anything but navel-gazing songs about their own seemingly uninteresting lives? Why can't they look at the world beyond and comment on something that actually matters - war, the environment, greed, whatever? Green Day finally did it and that seemed to work out pretty well for them - grammy wins, record sales, and peer respect.

I don't know - I look at exciting newer artists who are bending the rules of instrumentation, lyrical exploration, and styles like Bright Eyes and Xavier Rudd, and they don't have a tenth of the exposure this band now has. Then, on the other side of the coin, I consider older artists that have maintained a musical and lyrical creativity for decades like Springsteen, Van Morrison, and (though a few decades lighter) Ben Harper. How does music this bland break into the big time when there's so much better work out there struggling to exist? Even outside the music realm, there's an incredible number of really intelligent, creative thinkers pushing the boundaries of human thought, and still this is the drivel that rises to the top. There's either something deeply wrong with the music industry or extremely unspiring embedded in the public to which they cater.

3 out of 5 stars Nothing new.......2007-06-15

This cd is completely average. I'd call it bland, but that seems a bit harsh. They aren't doing anything original with this album. I feel like I've heard all these songs before with other bands/music, and they're relying on too many power chords. It's likable for a few plays, but it's also easily forgettable. It's the complete middle of the road - not exactly bad but not really great either.
And to the guy who said he didn't like it but his girlfriend did... I'm a girl, and I don't find anything special here.

3 out of 5 stars To emoish for a guy like me.......2007-06-07

As said before, this band sounds like another emo band. I liked emo when it was more underground, but for the past years I got to say it has turned out very bad, with every other band trying to copy each other. Plain White T's is an example of that. Though some songs sound great, some other songs just sound boring and not exciting. This album sometimes sound as if the inspiration to make this album was Fall Out Boy, and the Academy is... I am not a big fan of those two bands, and I guess that is why I disliked most of the songs. Also, BEWARE of the powerchords on this album, there are to much in here that just do not make the CD enjoyable to listen too, almost 90% of the songs consists of this.
I rated this cd 4 stars though, cause the chick I go out with likes this album or else I would rate it a 2 [Lucky PWT]. So I am assuming chicks probably like this music, and if you want to get an emo chick [hopefully thats not overweight] then this is the cd you should get. But for a guy's taste, this cd is just weird to be listening while you are hanging out with your friends.
I think I said all I had to say.

3 out of 5 stars 3-1/2 stars -- If you hate emo, skip this review.......2007-05-14

Plain White T's are another one of those punk-pop bands whose first few albums went unnoticed, but then their recent material got picked up by MTV, thus giving them some exposure. I say "some" because few people seem to own Every Second Counts, but I decided to check it out anyway.

I really didn't think I would like this album all that much because the only song I ever heard from them was the aptly titled "Hate (I Really Don't Like You)". But there are much better songs than that, particularly the first two tracks: "Our Time Now" and "Come Back to Me". And while the acoustic "Write You a Song" is passable, an even better choice would be "Hey There Delilah", a revamped track from the EP of the same name.

But then there's the dud track "Friends Don't Let Friends Dial Drunk", as well as a couple of lyrically challenged songs: "You and Me" and "Figure It Out" (which is indeed hard to figure out: "I'll figure it out as soon as I figure it out"?). Basically, while Every Second Counts isn't a waste of time, the guys should do something to make themselves stand out more because right now they'll probably be considered as one of those "other" emo bands.

Anthony Rupert

1 out of 5 stars If this is good music, I would hate to hear the awful stuff.......2007-04-13

Well well well, looky here, it's America's new favorite band - Plain White T's. 50th verse, same as all those that came before it. Once again the masses have decided to flock behind a band whose sound is simple and derivative, not to mention so glossy and overproduced that the producer should be the one who wins any and all awards that this album may earn - and given the prehistoric, dated tastes of everyone involved with these shams of award shows, I'm sure it will win a whole truckload.

Why is this band so popular right now? That's easy - they have the photogenic pretty boy look that MTV knows is big with their core demographic of teen and pre-teen girls. And their sound - take Fall Out Boy, Simple Plan, All American Rejects, Good Charlotte, Sum 41, Green Day and a ton of raw sewage, puree in a blender and pressure cook it for a week, and you have the Plain White T's sound. Basically, it's been done so many times before - the band appeals to all of these people who can't get enough of the same thing over and over and over again. Nothing new in the lyrics department, as it all came from "I Hate (Or Love) My Girlfriend 101". It fascinates me how people can be so enthralled with such mediocrity.

I suppose I could recommend this to lovelorn teen girls who have user names like "Mrs. Wentz" who will probably kiss the cover of this album every night before they go to bed. Put this CD in a multi-disc changer and try to distinguish it from all the similar bands out there - the fact that you won't be able to is an accomplishment in itself, so we need to give Plain White T's that much credit. One song blends into the next as they all chug along at pretty much the same tempo. Songs like "Hate (I Really Don't Like You)" tell you everything you need to know in the title - hey girl, I loved you, but now I don't! Utter genius - Stephen Hawking and Noam Chomsky step aside, here comes Tom Higgenson! But nothing is as utterly repugnant as the piece de resistance, the creme de la crud, if you will, of the PWT oeuvre - "Hey There Delilah", which is inexplicably becoming a huge success on Alternative radio stations nationwide. Not since Hoobastank's "The Reason" (and before that, Green Day's "Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)") has a song so clearly aimed at the nursing home demographic made such an impact on this format. Sample lyrics: "Hey there Delilah / What's it like in New York City? / I'm a thousand miles away / But girl tonight you look so pretty / Yes you do / Times Square can't shine as bright as you / I swear it's true". I'll stop right there because you will need a new keyboard if I continue. Somehow these guys managed to write a song so insipid and cheesy that even schlockmeisters like Bread, Air Supply and Michael Bolton would have rejected it. Yes, Plain White T's are amazing, but for all the wrong reasons.

In summary: Four words - been there, done that. Combine that with a front-runner for the sappiest song of the decade and you have a band that may be MTV poster boys right now, but they will be forgotten when the next band full of "hot guys" puts out an album 15 minutes from now. Unless you are looking for what will become an overpriced coaster, I recommend that you save your money. You'll thank me later. And that's my two cents - go ahead, children, feel free to vote Not Helpful ... I may not have enlightened you, but at least I tried.
Grey's Anatomy, Vol. 2
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • GREY'S SOUNDTRACK CD.....A WINNER
  • not at all what I hoped
  • Great Selection of Artists
  • Grey's Anatomy, Vol. 2 was all I hoped for
  • Well worth it!
Grey's Anatomy, Vol. 2
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Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000H8SFJ8
Release Date: 2006-09-12

Tracks:

  1. How to Save a Life - The Fray
  2. War on Sound - Moonbabies
  3. I Me You - Jim Noir
  4. Kaboom! - Ursula 1000
  5. Miss Halfway - Anya Marina
  6. Multiply - Jamie Lidell
  7. Universe & U - KT Tunstall
  8. Monster Hospital - Metric
  9. How We Operate [Radio Edit] - Gomez
  10. Grace Master - Kate Havnevik
  11. Sexy Mistake - The Chalets
  12. Bound by Love - Gran Bel Fisher
  13. I Hate Everyone [Clean] - Get Set Go
  14. Homebird - Foy Vance
  15. Chasing Cars [Acoustic] - Snow Patrol

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This soundtrack to the hit TV series starts off with a melancholy ballad by Denver's the Fray (fittingly titled "How to Save a Life"), but the well-curated CD isn't all thoughtful adult alt-rock--reflecting the series' mood changes, it offers a wide range of modern sounds. In addition to the expected acoustical numbers (in this case, from Anya Marina, KT Tunstall, and Snow Patrol's live version of "Chasing Cars"), the album reaches across genres and continents to offer the sunny-'60s-pop vibe of Jim Noir's "I Me You," Jamie Lidell's electro-jazzy "Multiply," the edgy punky-pop aggro of Metric, the rambunctious "Sexy Mistake" from the Chalets, and the winning singalong misanthropy of singer-songwriter Foy Vance's "I Hate Everyone." Ursula 1000's Alex Gimeno lightens up the proceedings with one of his trademark upbeat, hip-gyrating numbers (which seems to pay tribute to Serge Gainsbourg's "Comic Strip"), while the Moonbabies' sweet, swirling harmonies deliver the kind of perfectly crafted pop we've come to expect from the Swedes. If this compilation turns people on to these deserving acts, it will have done its job. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars GREY'S SOUNDTRACK CD.....A WINNER.......2007-06-27

Like anything associated with this great show, Volume 2 of the Grey's Anatomy Soundtrack is great. But not as great as listening to the music while watching the show simultaneously, I'm afraid. The music is unique, creative and non-trendy. All pluses. Unfortunately, the soundtrack CD's of Grey's Anatomy do not contain pop-up images of Drs. Shepherd, Blake and Karev! ):

2 out of 5 stars not at all what I hoped.......2007-06-25

My wife and I are big fans of Grey's and the music we hear on the show. I dont know if the cd just doesnt fit without the show in the foreground, but we both were very disappointed at this CD.

5 out of 5 stars Great Selection of Artists.......2007-05-15

The music complimented the show, but can truly stand on its own merits. I felt the same way about the Touched By An Angel soundtracks too.

4 out of 5 stars Grey's Anatomy, Vol. 2 was all I hoped for.......2007-05-13

There are some songs on this album that I play over and over. The Fray's "How to Save a Life", Gomez's "How We Operate", Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars". I knew I wanted those. There were surprise faves too, like Jamie Lidell and The Moonbabies. All the moody stuff that underlies the heartbreak scenes, as well as the quirky,upbeat songs that make the show watchable. I'll probably end up buying Vol. 1 and whatever comes next.

5 out of 5 stars Well worth it! .......2007-05-07

Wonderful cd with a wide variety of songs from upbeat to slow, from angry and heavy metal-ish to soft and reflective. I bought this cd because of a couple songs I knew I liked (Chasing Cars, How to Save a Life) and discovered some others that I have fallen in love with. "Grace" is my new favorite - an incredibly beautiful piece of music with deep truth in the lyrics.
Grey's Anatomy
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • wow
  • Great Selection of Music
  • GOOD!
  • Waiting room music...
  • PA, um, go listen to the final track
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Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000AXWHQW
Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

  1. The Postal Service - Such Great Heights
  2. Roisin Murphy - Ruby Blue
  3. Maria Taylor - Song Beneath The Song
  4. Tegan and Sara - Where Does The Good Go
  5. Mike Doughty - Looking At The World From The Bottom Of A Well
  6. Get Set Go - Wait
  7. The Eames Era - Could Be Anything
  8. Rilo Kiley - Portions For Foxes
  9. Joe Purdy - The City
  10. Medeski, Martin & Wood - End of the World Party
  11. Ben Lee - Catch My Disease (Live Version)
  12. The Ditty Bops - There's A Girl
  13. The Radio - Whatever Gets You Through Today
  14. Inara George - Fools In Love
  15. Psapp - Cosy In The Rocket

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It's always a pleasant surprise when a soundtrack contains an interesting collection of under-heard or under-appreciated tunes, but it's to be expected from Grey's Anatomy--a TV show that is packed with sharp dialogue, honest characters, and wall-to-wall good music. The head-bobbing starts immediately when the Postal Service opens things up "Such Great Heights," a crafty track that will provide indie rock fans who still love the Pet Shop Boys their guilty fix. A few songs in, the cleverness continues with the dysfunctional-woman anthem "Portions for Foxes" by L.A.'s Rilo Kiley, a tune that will have you quoting sharp lyrics to Desperate girlfirends for days. Other must-have music includes Mike Doughty (former lead singer of Soul Coughing) with "Looking At The World From The Bottom Of A Well," and the gorgeous Bjork-meets-Cat-Power stylings of Inara George on the lucious "Fools In Love." The disc highlight (from a talented vocalist named Roisin Murphy) is the sassy "Ruby Blue"--the kind of Macy Gray-funk that makes you want to see her live, immediately. As an added bonus, the liner notes have a wonderful mini-essay by two of the executive producers, providing an enjoyable description of the show's attention to detail, and the cast and crew's deep love of music. --Denise Sheppard

Album Description

The "Grey's Anatomy" soundtrack features an eclectic mix of indie pop and rock artists whose music was heard during the first season of Grey's Anatomy--a wildly popular ABC drama about surgical interns in Seattle.
The soundtrack features electrifying music from such beloved indie artists as Rilo Kiley, The Postal Service, Ben Lee, and Medeski, Martin & Wood, as well as undiscovered talent such as London-based electropop duo Psapp, who supply the show's main title song "Cosy in the Rocket."
The album's tracks, many of which can be heard during key emotional scenes in various episodes, were chosen by the show's creator and executive producer, Shonda Rhimes and executive producer Betsy Beers, from a large pool of artists introduced to them by music supervisor Alex Patsavas, who is also the music supervisor of Fox's The O.C.. "We fall in love with the songs," says Rhimes. "We ride around listening to them in our cars. We call each other to talk about them on the phone. We get them into our heads and into our souls. And then we weave them into the show because we can't live without them."

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars wow.......2007-05-28

Whoever picks the music for Grey's Anatomy is great at their job. Listening to the soundtrack brings back the moments from the show the songs were used during. This soundtrack has a great selection of the songs, too. Many other soundtracks have trouble picking from a wide selection of songs, and sometimes leave out the best ones. That's not a problem here.

5 out of 5 stars Great Selection of Music.......2007-05-15

The music complimented the show, but can truly stand on its own merits. I felt the same way about the Touched By An Angel soundtracks too.

4 out of 5 stars GOOD!.......2007-05-14

Not as good as Volume 2! But still enjoyable. Looking forward to Volume 3!

4 out of 5 stars Waiting room music..........2007-05-08

I admit, I've never seen "Grey's Anatomy" -- "House" is all the hospital stuff I can handle. My tastes run more towards eccentric comedy and surreal drama, anyway.

But I cannot fault the makers of this show for the music they select, a mingling of mellow rock and shimmering indiepop. A bunch of glorious lesser-known bands -- Psapp, the Ditty Bops, Maria Taylor -- get to take the spotlight in the first volume, and they generally complement each other beautifully.

It opens on a high note -- the Postal Service's fuzzy, intimate little trip-hop song, with the enchanting lyrics, "I am thinking it's a sign/That the freckles in our eyes/Are mirror images and when we kiss/They're perfectly aligned... And when you scan the radio/I hope this song will guide you home..."

They follow it up with some other indie gems: Roisin Murphy's thumpy trippy funk, Maria Taylor's shimmering, swirling "not a love song," Tegan & Sara's prickly guitar pop, Inara George's mellow Mazzy-Starrish ballad, and the Ditty Bops' sprightly little alt-country with pleasant harmonies.

And there's rockier numbers as well -- the Radio's swirling guitars, Ben Lee's mellotron folk, and Martin Medeski's brooding party rocker. And finally, there's the most electronic song on here -- Psapp's exquisitely twinkly "Cosy in a Rocket," which sounds like a music box in a science fiction flick.

It's been chic for a few years to have lots of indie rock and pop in soundtracks, especially if you can work them into a hit TV show's soundtrack. "Grey's Anatomy" is one of those shows, and even people who've never seen the show can appreciate the musical taste of whoever comes up with these things.

Granted, not every song is great -- personally, Ben Lee's "Catch My Disease" felt like a weird fit. But the majority of them are excellent pieces of work -- chilly sparkling trip-pop, sinewy guitar pop, and combinations of the two. Most of them are pretty peppy, but occasionally (Inara George) you get something mellow and relaxing.

And those swirling guitars are flavoured with little bits of keyboard, handclaps (Roisin Murphy), piano, banjo (Ditty Bops) and driving bass. The vocals are usually quite good as well -- harmonized croons, boyish odes, ringing girls' voices, bluesy growls, and yowls of "oh look what you do/oh ruby blue!" The best would have to be Maria Taylor, whose full-bodied voice is as ethereal and elusive as a winter breeze.

The first "Grey's Anatomy" soundtrack is not just a good introduction to some great artists, but a beautiful collection of solid rock and pop songs. Definitely a good buy -- even if you don't watch the show.

5 out of 5 stars PA, um, go listen to the final track.......2007-04-23

I don't know what PA's smokin, but I want some. PA, the last track of the album is the show's theme song "Cosy in the Rocket" by Psapp. Anyways, it's a great CD with one dud. I'm not a fan of Roisin Murphy's "Ruby Blue". I always skip that one, but the rest of the album is great. Oddly enough, the second GA soundtrack also has one song I really don't like and wind up skipping. Nevertheless, this CD is worth the price for The Postal Service and Mike Doughty alone.
Phobia
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Breaking Benjamin Has Created a Masterpiece
  • good music
  • What happened?
  • nothing "breaking" about these guys... except breaking tradition
  • Breathless
 Phobia
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Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
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ASIN: B000G6BL7E
Release Date: 2006-08-08

Tracks:

  1. Intro
  2. The Diary of Jane
  3. Breath
  4. You
  5. Evil Angel
  6. Until the End
  7. Dance with the Devil
  8. Topless
  9. Here We Are
  10. Unknown Soldier
  11. Had Enough
  12. You Fight Me
  13. Outro

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Breaking Benjamin Has Created a Masterpiece.......2007-06-30

Aside from two bad songs(Until the End and Here We Are), this is Breaking Benjamin at their best. Every song on this album other than the 2 previously mentioned could be a hit single. Once you hear this album you won't be able to stop replaying over and over again, it is almost inhuman how great this band is. Includes some of the best songs ever made from THE BEST rock band currently around: Diary of Jane, Breath, You, Dance with the Devil, Topless, Unknown Soldier, You Fight Me. Your life simply is not complete without this album. GO BUY IT NOW!!!!!!

5 out of 5 stars good music.......2007-06-12

can listen to this one over and over again

2 out of 5 stars What happened?.......2007-06-08

Minus one star right off the bat for having a lame intro and outro. Diary of Jane is the only great song on this album. 2 or 3 good songs, and the rest just sounds so generic and uninspired. We Are Not Alone was a great album and so was Saturate. It sounds like the energy was lost in this album. I'm not counting the band out yet, but if you want your BB fix stick with the first two albums.

4 out of 5 stars nothing "breaking" about these guys... except breaking tradition.......2007-05-25

Breaking Benjamin is by far and wide one of the best rock bands out on the market today. Phobia shows that change can be for the good, not for the worse *cough, Linkin Park, cough*. Excuse me, had to clear my throat. Anyways, Phobia really shows that lead singer Ben Burley can actually sing, not just do that low growl that characterized some of their earlier singles, like "So Cold", their most popular (pre-Phobia) song, and "Polyamorous", a really neat little song that's one of my favorites from them. Ben does sing, and it comes off great, especially on their lead single, "The Diary of Jane"; he doesn't do just the singing, though, and does this freaking amazing little lapse into growling on the bridge when he screams, "Die for anyone- WHAT HAVE I BECOME?!?!" One of the greatest moments in rock history, right there. Their next song, "Breath", is actually their next single also, and though not better than "Diary of Jane", it's very close.

Phobia is also Breaking Benjamin's darkest CD yet, covering some very controversial topics in their song and yet stil managing to crank out the obligatory love ballad, "Here We Are".

So why only four stars, then? Well, technically it's four and a half, but the reason for the deduction is that the acoustic version of "The Diary of Jane" is not included on this CD; the only place I've heard this song is on BB's MySpace and also on a Love Hina AMV that I saw on YouTube. The acoustic version is literally the only song that has been made throughtout the past eight years that has made me cry while hearing it, and I was really hoping to hear it on Phobia; in fact, the acoustic version was the reason I bought Phobia in the first place, to see if it was on there. Still one of the most amazing CDs ever, though the exclusion of "Diary of Jane (acoustic)" brings it down a notch in my book.

Overall rating: 4 and 1/2 stars

5 out of 5 stars Breathless.......2007-05-22

Breaking Benjamin is an incredible band whose albums do not disappoint. Phobia is a beautifully written, passionately charged album. The lead singer's voice is so rich and textured. He doesn't scream, he roars. He definitely takes the breath right out of me. 5 stars!
Dignity
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • THE BEST OF ALL OF THEM!
  • Duff and stuff.
  • Duff perks up
  • OOOGLY BOOGLY HELLA TITE
  • hilary duffs silly fluff
 Dignity
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Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
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ASIN: B000MV9OHW
Release Date: 2007-04-03

Tracks:

  1. Stranger
  2. Dignity
  3. With Love
  4. Danger
  5. Gypsy Woman
  6. Never Stop
  7. No Work, All Play
  8. Between You And Me
  9. Dreamer
  10. Happy
  11. Burned
  12. Outside Of You
  13. I Wish
  14. Play With Fire

Amazon.com

In the most dignified way possible, "Dignity"--the title track to this fizz-bomb of a dance-pop disc--sends a disgusted eye-roll and a flagrant puh-lease to underwear-eschewing celebutantes everywhere: "You'd show up to the opening of an envelope," sings Duff, who hangs onto her signature sweetness despite having entered full-on diss mode. "It's not news when you've got a new bag/It's not news when you're looking your best/Come on, give it a rest." Well said. And sung. Not that calling out the phony and the full of it is what Duff, or Dignity, is all about. Mostly, the disc is a beat-studded chronicling of an incredibly healthy 19-year-old psyche: On "Happy," she's happy despite an ex's attempts to make her miserable; on "With Love"--maybe her catchiest, most grown-up song to date--she's willing to accept rejection as long as kindness plays a role in its delivery. Musically, with the help of groove-conscious producers like Tim & Bob and Will.i.am, Duff edges ever closer to adult sensibilities; her goofball Lizzie McGuire days seem far behind. It's an evolution anybody could have seen coming, actually. Has there ever been a starlet with her head on straighter? --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars THE BEST OF ALL OF THEM!.......2007-07-09

i love all of hilary's cds, but this one is my favorite! my favorite songs are "dignity", "with love", "gypsy woman", and "happy". all the songs are great, but those are the best. "dignity" automaticly made me think of paris hilton (who i think is a spoiled brat) and "happy" is the song i would assoiate with a break up to say that you are so over the guy. it's words are like she's talking to someone (most likely Joel) "i'm happy and i know that makes you mad/after all the things you put me through/i'm finally gettin' over you. it's an over all great album and i would highly recomend it for hilary fans and first time listeners of all ages!

5 out of 5 stars Duff and stuff........2007-06-28

I've been very happy with Hilary's CD I feel shes grown up the most out of the kids who have come off of disnay around the time she had and started singing. I feel she can still get better though. Alot of dance feeling to the music. I like the dvd on the special edition, atleast for the music videos. I can't wait to see Hilary grow up more and make better albums.

4 out of 5 stars Duff perks up.......2007-06-20

This album is much more of a dance, kinda techno at times album than Hilary's former albums, which were light pop stuff. Hilary wrote or at least co-wrote most all the songs on here, so this album is very much hers. Hilary does display a maturing and pulls off her new style pretty well. She's not the strongest singer, which is likely gonna keep her from ever getting 5 stars, but this is a very listenable, enjoyable album. But this is a strong 4 stars, especially after the listener lets it grow on him/her a bit. I found myself hardly ever impatient to hit the skip button while listening from start to finish. The album has energy and the songs have a good beat. There are fun lyrics too. The songs:

Stranger - the singer doesn't really know her man, he hides things

Dignity - a knock on celebrities who live by the motto of "there's no such thing as bad publicity."

With Love - catchy dance number

Danger - singer is involved with older man, wonders if he'll be good forher in long run

Gypsy Woman - a warning to a man about another woman, she could get him in trouble

Never Stop - very quick, catchy dance tune, hit the repeat button

No Work, All Play - kind of a lighthearted, playful tune

Between You and Me

Dreamer - directed toward the overly obsessed fan, amusing lyrics: "I go to bed and I wake up, isn't that exciting?" Rightly points out these people need to get lives.

Happy - directed at lover who jilted singer. If it were up to him, she'd just be miserable all day, but she's not going to do that.

Burned

Outside of You

I Wish

Play with Fire - fun, kinda steamy dance number, but never crass

1 out of 5 stars OOOGLY BOOGLY HELLA TITE.......2007-06-20

Excuse me, I purchase Hill Duff;s latest Cd "Diggity" and must concede, es IST hella tight. Tight. Tiught. MUUH PHUCKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAaQ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111111111111111111111111111111111111 squish sqaush im taken a wash squish squash im taken a wash squish SQUARSH IM TEKN A WARSH. me and pa built th uis cuity. we had peeces left over. but it was a hella goooda time i smush it all over my silly face!!

1 out of 5 stars hilary duffs silly fluff.......2007-06-19

shes a millionaire thanks to preteens.considering even preteens like to listen to ''music'',this garbage is no different from the next mtv creation.all image/style,no substance.i am so fortunate to have lived when music was real.
Insomniatic
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • A Major Disappointment and Big Flop
  • These girls are extremely talented-!!
  • Potential Smash It!
  • Definitely an improvement from Into The Rush
  • Not Better Than "In To The Rush"
 Insomniatic
Aly & AJ
Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000Q9OD5S
Release Date: 2007-07-10

Tracks:

  1. Potential BreakUp Song
  2. Bullseye
  3. Closure
  4. ÷
  5. Like It or Leave It
  6. Like Whoa
  7. Insomniatic
  8. Silence
  9. If I Could Have You Back
  10. Flattery
  11. I'm Here
  12. Chemicals React (remix)

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars A Major Disappointment and Big Flop.......2007-07-10

If you like the Aly & AJ of "Into the Rush," you will probably be disappointed in this CD. It is a major disappointment for fans who want positive, uplifting, catchy tunes--none of which are found on this CD.

It is filled with tuneless songs that are mostly about one subject--dumping guys. They are obviously upset at boys and they have written every one of the songs on this album. A big mistake. They need some lessons in songwriting--often their verses are bad attempts at rhyming and there are times when there isn't even a melody. Only two of the songs on the CD have any type of hit potential and one of those is a remix of "Chemicals React." So for the price you pay, you get one decent tune ("Potential Breakup Song") and one rehash. Not worth the money.

What's even worse is that these two are straying from their "role model" status for young girls. These songs are very adult, nothing that a 10-year-old can relate to or should be even listening to. They are obviously trying to be "edgy" and attract an MTV audience, yet proclaim on the only two pro-male songs on the CD that they have a "secret" about their relationships and they don't care what others say about this secret. (Interestingly--these are also the only two songs on the CD liner notes that have a dedication that look like secret messages to current boyfriends.) This may be their subtle attempt at proclaiming purity with boys, but the rest of the CD is filled with suggestiveness to the point that any attempt at a positive message is drowned out by their harping at guys.

These two are still basically teens--18 and 16--and should be doing age-appropriate music. They should be picking songs that are pop-oriented, not this female-rage style of rock that so many female young adult artists are failing at today (see Kelly Clarkson and Hilary Duff's new CDs as well). Aly & AJ need some direction from parents and producers in picking more positive songs with tunes you can sing along to. Otherwise with this CD they have lost the large group of followers that they attracted with a great first CD.

5 out of 5 stars These girls are extremely talented-!!.......2007-07-10

I love their new cd, i was pretty psyched when i heard that they were coming out with a new cd. Into The Rush, and their christmas albums were fantastic, and Insomniatic is even better! They have a whole new sound about them now which is great, and the fact that they write their own songs is wonderful! I totally recommend this cd, its awesome! Lol.
--Also if you get this cd at walmart it comes with a bonus track called "Careful With Words." and if you buy it at target it comes with a bonus track called "Tears." I have the target one and the bonus track is great. Highly recommend it-!

5 out of 5 stars Potential Smash It!.......2007-07-10

Aly & AJ are back with a new Cd and a new sound. They have added new wave sonics- like synths & voice effects- which sound different than their previous work. While I loved the sound of " Into the Rush"- I realize that artists have to grow and try to keep up with the time. The sound may have changed but the great talent of the Michalka sisters remains. They have great voices and write all their own songs which are very personal mostly about breaking up and falling in love. While I like all the songs the standouts are Potential Breakup Song-the first single; Insomniatic , a hard rocker; Like Whoa, a really fun upbeat song; and Silence, the most beautiful song Aly & AJ have ever recorded!
There is also a great remix of Chemicals React - my all-time favorite Aly & AJ song.
The new sound and at times overwhelming production of the CD may put some peaople off- but I think the sincerity & talent of Aly & AJ will win over people who give it a try.
Aly & AJ remain fine singers and worthy role models and this CD is a potential smash hit in my book!

5 out of 5 stars Definitely an improvement from Into The Rush.......2007-07-10

The CD Into The Rush had promise. You could tell that Aly & AJ could sing, and they wrote their own lyrics. The lyrics really spoke to teens. The problem was that the production was overly commercial, and it sounded a little too close to Hilary Duff. On Insomniatic, Aly & AJ really break free from the Disney label and any preconceived notions. Rockers "Closure," "Bullseye," and "Insomniatic" combine pop/rock with an edgy dance-ability. They are pretty hypnotic. The ballad "Division" reminds me of Abba and their pretty string sounds. Songs like "Silence" are dreamy pop; almost a little folky. The album ends with a solid remix of "Chemicals React." Insomniatic really lets Aly & AJ reach their potential. They have really matured while not losing the kind of style they started with.

4 out of 5 stars Not Better Than "In To The Rush".......2007-07-10

Let me start by saying I love Aly and aj and really like their music. I think they are really talented song writters and musicians. But I must say that I was a little dissapointed with insomniatic. I though the songs were going to be more like "chemicals react", but when I first heard their first single of this Cd I just couldn't believe how different they sounded. There was very few rock nothing compared to Chemicals react. And now that I've heard the entire album, I guess it's ok, nice lyrics, good sound and all but they sortta changed their genre a bit and I don't like that. They sounded so original on their first album and now they sound a like every other pop singer out there. I prefer their fist album "in to the rush" more than this one. Still, good album though but not better thatn the first. Hope there's more of the aly and aj of their last album on their next one.
Queen - Greatest Hits, Vols. 1 &2
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Holy Moleee Canoli! Camooosh this is a piece of GOLD
  • Best Double Box Set Ever
  • GOD SAVE THE QUEEN!!!
  • Great CD
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 Queen - Greatest Hits, Vols. 1 &2
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ASIN: B000000OF6
Release Date: 1995-11-14

Tracks:

  1. Bohemian Rhapsody
  2. Another One Bites The Dust
  3. Killer Queen
  4. Fat Bottomed Girls
  5. Bicycle Race
  6. You're My Best Friend
  7. Don't Stop Me Now
  8. Save Me
  9. Crazy Little Thing Called Love
  10. Somebody To Love
  11. Now I'm Here
  12. Good Old-Fashioned Lover Boy
  13. Play The Game
  14. Flash
  15. Seven Seas Of Rhye
  16. We Will Rock You
  17. We Are The Champions

Tracks:

  1. A Kind Of Magic
  2. Under Pressure
  3. Radio Ga Ga
  4. I Want It All
  5. I Want To Break Free
  6. Innuendo
  7. It's A Hard Life
  8. Breakthru
  9. Who Wants To Live Forever
  10. Headlong
  11. The Miracle
  12. I'm Going Slightly Mad
  13. The Invisible Man
  14. Hammer To Fall
  15. Friends Will Be Friends
  16. The Show Must Go On
  17. One Vision

Amazon.com essential recording

Queen brought a whole new meaning to the phrase over the top. While rock & roll flamboyance stretched back at least as far as Little Richard, Freddie Mercury continued to camp it up, taking little seriously and smirking at the music's growing pretensions while partaking in them no small bit. Many of the band's singles hold up extremely well, later tracks such as "Hammer to Fall" as much as prime-era numbers such as "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen," and "You're My Best Friend." The quartet's canny sense of melody and sophisticated vocal harmonies--not to mention Mercury's raised eyebrow--have traveled well through the years. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Holy Moleee Canoli! Camooosh this is a piece of GOLD.......2007-05-23

This creation is one remarkable piece of history! I'm so thankful I got it, and for such a nice price you get almost 40 songs! With their incorporation of piano and Freddie Mercury's voice, and their guitarist- this thing just blows out your ears in amazement. I had heard so many of these songs on the radio, but who knew they did all of them? Bicycle Race first annoyed me with so much repitition, but with my love for bike-riding, it's become a motto for me to. Killer Queen is just WOWZERs... so sexy and loaded. And there's tons more, but I'll save those as super surpise you'll be glad you got!

5 out of 5 stars Best Double Box Set Ever.......2007-05-09

What can I say?!!?
Queen was the best - the songs are brilliant and theatrical.
Freddy M. will be forever one of the best performers - EVER.

Thanks for the greatest box set at the greatest price, Amazon!

Love-N-Fuzz

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5 out of 5 stars GOD SAVE THE QUEEN!!!.......2007-05-05

sin palabras... me quedo callado...Queen no pudo haberlo hecho mejor, cada cancion me deja sin habla, cada cancion formo una parte impresionante de mi vida, es un disco que nunca pasara de moda, y QUE CANCIONES!!! BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY, WE WILL ROCK YOU, WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS, I WANT TO BREAK FREE, INNUENDO, DON'T STOP ME NOW, A KIND OF MAGIC... para dejarlo a uno sin aliento!!! Si tu aun no conoces a QUEEN, comprando este disco es el perfecto comienzo para conocer a una de las mejores bandas de rock de todos los tiempos... COMPRENLO PERO YA!!!

5 out of 5 stars Great CD.......2007-03-14

One of the biggest cd of Queen. It's a most in your list.

5 out of 5 stars Queen.......2007-03-12

Waht beautiful classics, especially Bohemian Rhapsody. I will treasure it for a long time.
Scrubs
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • If you love the show...
  • love for scrubs
  • New Slang
  • The BEST Soundtrack associated with Zach Braff!!!
  • A must have
Scrubs
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Hollywood Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000066BZU
Release Date: 2002-09-24

Tracks:

  1. Superman - Lazlo Bane
  2. All In My Head - Shawn Mullins
  3. Fresh Feeling - Eels
  4. Good Time - Leroy
  5. Good Life - Francis Dunnery
  6. New Slang - The Shins
  7. Beautiful World - Colin Hay
  8. Hold On Hope - Guided By Voices
  9. Fighting For My Love - Nil Lara
  10. Dracula From Houston - Butthole Surfers
  11. Hooch - Everything
  12. Hallelujah - John Cale
  13. Have It All - Jeremy Kay
  14. End Credit Score - Jan Stevens
  15. Overkill - Colin Hay

Amazon.com

The medically minded Scrubs is an eccentric affair, populated by a zany cast of residents saving lives while learning life's little lessons in the process. Though lacking the show's oddball humor, its soundtrack is undeniably earnest, with a rich understanding of the pleasures and hardships faced by the hospital workers. The show's theme song, Lazlo Bane's quirky banjo twanger, sighs "I'm no Superman," as an uncharacteristically subdued Guided by Voices track cautions to "Hold on Hope." Ex-Men at Work frontman Colin Hay lends his sage advice with acoustic renditions of "Beautiful World" and the chestnut "Overkill," while Eels' "Fresh Feeling" begins with a tuning orchestra and turns into a tripping beatfest. The highlights, though, belong to Francis Dunnery, sounding uncannily like Peter Gabriel on the high-tea string elegance of "Good Life," and the Shins, with "New Slang," a humble campfire song. Puttering along pleasantly, Scrubs, while a little bland, is nevertheless a life-affirming collection that's as hopeful as the aspiring young doctors on the show. --Annie Zaleski

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars If you love the show..........2007-06-21

Then you'll feel no different about these songs. Perfect for any mood your in.

4 out of 5 stars love for scrubs.......2007-06-11

I haven't heard of many of these artists- but who cares. If you liked the Garden State soundtrack you'll enjoy the Scrubs soundtrack as well.

3 out of 5 stars New Slang.......2007-05-03

This CD will get 3 stars because of the inclusion of the songs by the Shins, eels, Guided by Voices and Hallelujah by John Cale. The rest is fine, but not super.

5 out of 5 stars The BEST Soundtrack associated with Zach Braff!!!.......2007-04-15

This soundtrack is amazing!! Which if you know Scrubs then you know that it's a great show with great music. In my opinion you can't just talk about one of these songs because all of them are incredible. I've had this CD for months now and i still find myself listening to it at least once a day. Each song brings you back to some of the shows most memorable moments.Music is staple on Scrubs and it continues to be, so if you love and appreciate music, then this soundtrack is a must have!!!

5 out of 5 stars A must have .......2007-03-31

After watching every episode of SCRUBS (and then reruns), I knew I loved the quirky music it played. This CD compiles some of the best known and most popular tunes from the show.

Of course, Superman, the theme song is number one on the disc. I'm pleased with the variety of songs on this compilation. Fast, slow, and in between.

The Shins are a favorite group, as well.

If you want a good CD for traveling or cleaning house (boring!) try this one. It'll lift your mood.
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade; Capriccio Espagnol; Russian Easter Overture
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Stellar Performance
  • Nostalgia
  • Best Classical CD bargain on Amazon, IMHO
  • Cheap? Only in price
  • Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade
 Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade; Capriccio Espagnol; Russian Easter Overture

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ASIN: B000000UW0
Release Date: 1995-10-17

Tracks:

  1. Scheherazade - Symphonic Suite, Op. 35: The Sea And Sinbad's Ship
  2. Scherherazade - Symphonic Suite, Op. 35: The Story Of The Kalandar Prince
  3. Scheherazade - Symphonic Suite, Op. 35: The Young Prince And The Young Princess
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  6. Capriccio espagnol: Capriccio Espagnol, Op. 34

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Stellar Performance.......2007-06-27

Having been a professional violinist and pianist for thirty years, I have developed a special appreciation for classical music. Scheherezade is one of the great orchestral pieces. This version clearly highlights the great skill of the composer and the orchestra. All the pieces on this cd are performed at a high skill level and the recording quality is excellent. It is on a par with the great performances by other orchestras, and I highly recommend it.

4 out of 5 stars Nostalgia.......2007-06-27

My father was a classical musician in the days when every major theater had a pit orchestra of concert-level musicians. Boris Morros, a Russian born impresario paid tribute to them, saying: "the impact of these luxurious film theaters on the culture of America has never been properly emphasized. In one of our marble movie temples every tired scrub-lady could feel like a queen--for fifty cents--and every bootblack like a king as they lounged back in more comfortable chairs than monarchs ever enjoyed. I was impressed by the ever-growing popularity of the so-called good music the large symphony orchestras in these theaters played at each performance. From the day they opened they had thrilled audiences of ordinary people (who were supposed to have appreciation only for ragtime and sentimental ballads) with first-rate renditions...." Anyway, when those theaters and orchestras went, the substitute was a cult of mediocrity, so I was just indulging myself listening to all the horn work in Korsakov and remembering all those 'good ol days.'

5 out of 5 stars Best Classical CD bargain on Amazon, IMHO.......2007-03-29

I'm surprised this CD isn't displayed on the Classical Blowout store. Perhaps it's *too* good a bargain? I purchased this CD for one piece: The Story Of The Kalandar Prince. My children and I love this work, as it is orchestrated like a story ("tone poem" is the correct term I think) - insert your imagination as to how it plays out.

This a wonderful CD to play on a cold winter night, with a roaring fire and a glass of wine. If you want a fine introduction to the 'oomph' of Easter European composers, you can do no wrong with this CD. I also recommend the Edwin Elgar Pomp & Circumstance CD from this bargain Seraphim collection.

5 out of 5 stars Cheap? Only in price.......2007-02-22

First - how can one go wrong buying this cd at this price? The answer is - one cannot go wrong buying this cd at this price. Not even at three times this price. It's a lush recording and is every bit as good as anything recorded yesterday in a state of the art studio. At least some people have never heard of Rimsky-Korsakov. This is a cheap way to be introduced nicely. Others have these pieces by three or four different orchestras. Add this one - you'll be glad you did if for no other reason than when it arrives you'll listen once again to music you've put away for some time.

It's truly wonderful.

5 out of 5 stars Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade.......2006-11-10

I love Russian composers. They have so much fire. I received the CD timely and in great condition. Thank you.
Queen - Greatest Hits
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Queen is Amazing!
  • blast from the past
  • THE QUEEN LEGEND CONTINUES WITH VOLUME II. PART 2 OF 2.
  • Genre Bender's Greatest Hits
  • I love this CD
 Queen - Greatest Hits
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ASIN: B000000OBP
Release Date: 1992-09-15

Tracks:

  1. We Will Rock You
  2. We Are The Champions
  3. Another One Bites The Dust
  4. Killer Queen
  5. Somebody To Love
  6. Fat Bottomed Girls
  7. Bicycle Race
  8. You're My Best Friend
  9. Crazy Little Thing Called Love
  10. Now I'm Here
  11. Play The Game
  12. Seven Seas Of Rhye
  13. Body Language
  14. Save Me
  15. Don't Stop Me Now
  16. Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy
  17. I Want To Break Free

Amazon.com

Queen brought a whole new meaning to the phrase over the top. While rock & roll flamboyance stretched back at least as far as Little Richard, Freddie Mercury continued to camp it up, taking little seriously and smirking at the music's growing pretensions while partaking in them no small bit. Many of the band's singles hold up extremely well, such as "Killer Queen" and "You're My Best Friend". The quartet's canny sense of melody and sophisticated vocal harmonies--not to mention Mercury's raised eyebrow--have traveled well through the years. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Queen is Amazing!.......2007-05-23

This CD was my first exposure to Queen. As is evident on this album, this band is absolutely overflowing with talent. Freddie Mercury is a genius, singing his heart out on every single one of these tracks. It's hard to pick and choose, but I would have to say that the standout tracks for me are:

"Somebody to Love": A huge, sprawling song with absolutely mesmorizing vocals from Freddie Mercury and amazing harmonies.
"Fat Bottom Girls": A classic hard rock tune with gorgeous harmonies and great guitar lines.
"You're My Best Friend": A smooth, cool, beautiful, and underrated love song.
"Seven Seas of Rhye": I love the piano on this song, and the classic hard rock feel.
"Don't Stop Me Now": A classic adrenaline-rush of a song.

I love this CD. You should get it if you like Queen. It's very cohesive. And if you don't really know Queen that well, it's a great sampler of their music. There is one problem. "Bohemian Rhapsody" is my favorite Queen song, and its absence on this album irks me quite a bit. That being said, I would download it individually before I would actually buy another album with it.

5 out of 5 stars blast from the past.......2007-05-14

I have always liked Queen I wore out the tape in my cassette player I choose this cd because had the best mix of their hits Anyone who wants to remember those great Queen hits This is the one to get

5 out of 5 stars THE QUEEN LEGEND CONTINUES WITH VOLUME II. PART 2 OF 2........2007-05-09

Before I begin my review, I would like to invite everyone that are hardcore diehard Rock n' Roll fans to read the website that Kevin Johns and I have set up for all of you. It is called "FOREVER IN ROCK, THE JOHN LOPEZ REVIEWS WRAP UP." Just log in www foreverinrock blogspot com/. I deeply hope that all of you will read it, take part in it and display what your true musical needs and tastes are. I hope to hear from all of you soon. Forever in Rock, John L.

I will be writing a review on the legendary compilation album entitled "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" by one of Rock's all-time greatest bands ever. I give you one of England's pride and joy's and one of Britain's favorite sons, Q-U-E-E-N! "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" was originally released in 1992 on Compact Disc on the Hollywood Records label which is distributed by Elektra Entertainment, a division of Warner Communications Inc. This review is Part 2 of 2. As always, if I hear any new additional information concerning this legendary compilation album or the artist, I will edit this review immediately so that you the consumer will get the overall best informative and most accurate review possible.

QUEEN will forever go down in Rock n' Roll history and be remembered for writing and recording some of Rock's most legendary all-time greatest sacred classic anthems ever. QUEEN will also be remembered for delivering one of Rock's most flamboyant and charismatic lead singer's / frontmen ever. Of course I'm speaking of the late great Farrokh Bulsara, also known the world over as Freddie Mercury. When Mercury met up and joined forces with rhythm and lead guitarist Brian May, bassist John Deacon and drummer Roger Taylor, the stage was set and QUEEN would set out to conquer the world. QUENN would write and record many great albums and hit songs throughout the band's whole entire career to highly critically acclaim. Like volume I, "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" would be the result of the many great hit songs that QUEEN would record throughout their entire career. Also like volume I, the album, "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" would also serve as proof, of one of the many great contributions, accomplishments and achievements that QUEEN would give to Rock n' Roll. Also without a doubt, in my opinion, like volume I, "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" also stands as a true testament of the sheer genius and musical creativity of four extremely talented individuals. "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" is also a fine fitting tribute to a great legendary band that was truly indeed, far ahead of their time.

It is now time to let the Rock n' Roll music of QUEEN to speak for itself and back it up by doing all of the talking musically. "QUEEN - GREATEST HITS - VOLUME II" from 1992 picks up right where VOLUME I left off and begins with the forever slow blistering QUEEN trademark Rock anthem that could be heard in stadiums during sports events the world over, "We Will Rock You," this slow Rocker will then develop into the beautifully slow hard Rock anthem "We Are The Champions," the merciless killer Rocker "Another One Bites The Dust," the forever Opera hard Rocker "Killer Queen," one of the most beautiful slow Rock anthems ever, "Somebody To Love," the hard Rock anthem for beautiful overweight women the world over, "Fat Bottom Girls," the amazing Opera Rock anthem "Bicycle Race," the forever beautifully slow QUEEN trademark Rock anthem "You're My Best Friend," the forever 50's like Rock anthem that would have made ELVIS PRESLEY proud, "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," (READY FREDDIE!) the breathtaking a*s kicking hard Rocker "Now I'm Here," the mysterious groundbreaking special effects Rock anthem with an incredible falsetto voice arrangement by Freddie Mercury, "Play The Game," the fantastc killer hard Rocker "Seven Seas Of Rhye," the forever bass pumping synthesized Rocker "Body Language," the beautifully slow electric acoustic Rocker "Save Me," the fast paced and energetic hard Rocker "Don't Stop Me Now," the incredible Opera Rocker "Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy" and the forever danceable synthesized Rocker "I Want To Break Free." Again, like VOLUME I, may I also add that the blistering lead vocals and breathtaking falsetto vocal arrangements by Freddie Mercury was PERFECT and on the mark while laying down the tracks for all of these legendary hit songs. I would also like to commend Brian May for his merciless guitar riffs and licks throughout all of the recordings of these legendary hit songs. I would also like to commend QUEEN'S legendary rhythm section comprising of bassist John Deacon and drummer Roger Taylor. Their combined perfect harmony sound effort contributed in elevating both Freddie Mercury's blistering lead vocals and Brian May's merciless guitar arrangements to another level unimagined by anyone.

Overall, this is one hell of a compilation album worth checking out and seeking further research and information into especially if you are a hardcore diehard QUEEN fan or a devout music collector. As for all of the curious newcomers and new beginners that are not quite familiar with the sound and music of QUEEN, along with VOLUME I, this is not a bad compilation album or two volume album collection to start off with. Either way you choose, you will have taken a giant step in owning and starting your very own personal QUEEN music collection. You can do all of your researching and album purchases either on Amazon com or at your nearest local Borders Books and Music store. If you ever get a chance, buy both volume albums, you'll be happy and satisfied that you did.

Like VOLUME I, I would like to highly recommend purchasing this legendary compilation album(s) to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. Without a doubt, this legendary treasure album(s) has already proven to stand the test of time and will always be around to be enjoyed, appreciated and cherished for many years to come, NOW AND FOREVER. This is one great priceles gem that no hardcore music fan or devout music collector would want to be without.

In closing, Freddie Mercury's untimely death on 24 November 1991 would close the book on one of Rock's greatest chapters and one of Rock's all-time greatest bands ever. OR SO IT SEEMED. The QUEEN legend and legacy is far from being over. As we speak, QUEEN has been touring with former FREE'S, BAD COMPANY'S and THE FIRM'S lead singer and frontman Paul Rodgers to highly critically acclaim. In my opinion, despite Freddie Mercury being irreplaceable, QUEEN'S only chance of carrying on with someone else that is close to Freddie Mercury's talent is with none other than George Michael. When I heard George Michael sing with QUEEN on stage at the Freddie Mercury tribute concert, Michael is the only lead singer and frontman alive today that is capable of filling in the empty shoes left vacant by the late great Freddie Mercury. I'm really surprised that QUEEN didn't snatch up George Michael right away. I HOPE QUEEN IS READING THIS! As years have gone by, the contributions, accomplishments and achievements that QUEEN has made throughout Rock n' Roll history speaks for itself. In 2001, QUEEN would meet their date with destiny by receiving the highest ultimate honor possible, by being inducted as members of the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame. With this in mind, QUEEN will forever leave their place and mark in Rock n' Roll history and will never be forgotten. There will also be new stories in the QUEEN legend and legacy that will still need to be told and written. But that, my fellow readers and reviewers, you will just have to stay tuned and glued to your computer and read further more about it at a later date in the near future. So here's to you late great Freddie, Brian, John, Roger and yes, you too Paul and George. Thanks for the many great memories. Keep The faith. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N' ROLL HISTORY," need I say more or am I wrong? FREDDIE MERCURY LIVES! Thanks for reading my review and I truly hope that you have enjoyed reading it as much as I have truly enjoyed writing it for your reading pleasure. I also deeply hope that all of you will read all of my other reviews in the near future when time permits. QUEEN FOREVER! R.I.P. FARROKH BULSARA A.K.A. FREDDIE MERCURY, Born 5 September 1946, Died 24 November 1991 at age 45. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever in Rock, John L.

5 out of 5 stars Genre Bender's Greatest Hits.......2007-03-03

Although it lacks a few of their best songs, Queen's "Greatest Hits" is a nice starting point for anyone who remembers the band from their glory days and for those just beginning this royal rock journey. I think that few people would argue the point that Freddie Mercury truly had one of the best voices around. He could meld it to any of a number of genres of music and that's well-evidenced on this album. From the anthemic "We Will Rock You" to the rockabilly "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," to the groovy, urban stylings of "Another One Bites The Dust," Mercury and the boys constantly crossed genre lines.

Highlights including those previously mentioned are "I Want To Break Free," "Save Me", "Killer Queen," "Somebody To Love," and the wonderfully strange "Body Language." My personal favorite is "Fat-Bottomed Girls."

Fans of arena rock bands like Styx and Foreigner will surely enjoy Queen, although Queen is on an entirely different level than those bands. They are classic rock royalty and I highly recommend you snag "Classic Queen" to get a more complete understanding of Queen's broad-reaching style of music.

Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars I love this CD.......2007-01-26

I've listened to this CD since I was ten and I cannot get enough of it. It's a perfect compilation of lots of their work, (even though I'm still ticked about Bohemian Rhapsody not being on there, but oh well.) Personally I think the other greatest hits have too many songs, (but that's just my opionion.)

1. We Will Rock You 1/10 -I SO cannot STAND this song. I'm sorry it's probably my least favorite Queen song which is ironic since it's the most popular, (shows what I know..) WAY too sporty, jocky, sweaty, "Gr, I'm gonna beat you up-ish." If you get what I'm saying.

2. We Are the Champions 1/10 -Same as above.

3. Another One Bites the Dust 6/10 -It's listen-able but I think it's kind of boring and too synthesizer ish

4. Killer Queen 9.5/10 -Finally getting to the good songs. I ah-dore this song. It's quirky and happy, (even though I have NO idea what it's about.) You're always smiling when you're done listening to it, "Perfume came naturally from Paris, ..naturally..." :-D See I'm smiling now.

5. Somebody to Love 10/10 -A lovely ballad/upbeat song. (I dunno how something can be a slow song and a fun one at the same time, but they do it.) It's gorgeous and never gets old.

6. Fat Bottomed Girls 9/10 -I think it's hilarious and get's rid of the stereo-typical "skinny blonde witch," perfect woman. I love the beats and really enjoy the lyrics.

7. Bicycle Race 8/10 -I like this song too, just not as much. Kind of has a funny topic, (again I have NO idea what they mean by "Jaws was never my scene and I don't like Star Wars," but I don't care that I don't know what it means.) The bicycle dings are humerous and it has good harmonies.

8. You're My Best Friend 9.5/10 -Freddie's voice is just wonderful as always, as he sings about a good friend. It's very peaceful and happy, and catchy too.

9. Crazy Little Thing Called Love 9.5/10 -I've always loved how Queen was so innavative and now they're playing like Elvis, (only his voice is a million times better. I mean Freddie, not Elvis.) Great harmonies again and I believe this is the first time he played the guitar in a song.. (please correct me if I'm wrong.)

10. Now I'm Here 8.5/10 -Starts out as another stereo-typical rock song but really turns into something after a while. Just a great rock song.

11. Play the Game 8/10 -I wouldn't listen to the song for a while, (just because of the begining 10 seconds being... odd,) but one day I was washing the dishes and couldn't skip ahead, finding out that the song's pretty good. I love when he starts to talk about "my game of love has just begun.." or something along those lines because the piano is just great. (Is it just me or are they always talking about "playing the game" a lot in their songs? Probably just me.)

12. Seven Seas of Rhye 9/10 -LOVE the piano and the tamberine and the guitar, and just EVERYTHING. Very upbeat and love the ending when they sing like drunken pirates, "Yo ho ho I do like to be beside the sea siiide.)

13. Body Language ?/10 -I have NO idea how to describe this song and think that it's well... interesting.. You'll have to listen for yourself..

14. Save Me 10/10 -I LOVE this song. It's so beautiful and tragic and just totally awesome! A charming slow ballad.

15. Don't Stop Me Now 10/10 -How much do I love this song?! The pianos great, the voice is great. It's up tempo and talking about having a great time and being awesome!

16. Good Old Fashioned Lover Boy 10/10 -Totally am in love with this song too. It's such a great, romantic sounding song. ("I learned my passion in the good old fashioned school of lover boys..")

17. I Want to Break Free 10/10 -It's so great and talking about letting go and being free. Totally awesome.

So this is my review, and I highly suggest buying this CD.

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