Soul of an Angel

Soul of an Angel

ASIN: B00004S7MF

Track Listings

1. Thine Is the Glory

2. Credence

3. It Came upon a Midnight Clear

4. Let All Teh Voices Sing

5. Soul of an Angel

6. Was It Here...Is It There?

Tracks:

Addicted To Love
Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor)
Simply Irresistible
Get It On
Some Guys Have All The Luck
I Didn't Mean To Turn You On
Looking For Clues
You Are In My System
Some Like It Hot
Respect Yourself
I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Johnny & Mary
She Makes My Day
Know By Now
Every Kinda People
Mercy Mercy Me/I Want You
Addicted To Love

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He could be the most low-key superstar in the entire pop arena. While almost anyone can name two or three Robert Palmer songs off the top of their head, it's startling to see all his monster hits packaged together and to realize just how many there were. Was Robert Palmer really this big and important? Actually, yes. With nineteen songs in this collection, ten are perennial FM staples--a higher number overall than anyone this side of ZZ Top. 1980's Clues is the critics' choice. But Palmer's commercial high point was 1985's Riptide and the Power Station album of the same year. All are well represented. For even more Palmer, try the two-part Addictions series. --Gavin McNett

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SOME OF THESE RECORDINGS MAY NOT BE THE ORIGINAL GENUINE RECORDINGS BUT THE REMIXES ARE INCREDIBLY FANTASTIC!.......2007-07-05

I will be writing a review on the legendary greatest hits compilation album entitled "THE VERY BEST OF ROBERT PALMER" by one of Rock's all-time greatest and classiest frontmen ever. I give you one of England's pride and joy's and one of Britain's favorite sons, the late great showmen himself, M-R. R-O-B-E-R-T P-A-L-M-E-R! THE VERY BEST OF ROBERT PALMER" was originally released in 1997 on Compact Disc on the Guardian Records label whose copyright in this compilation is owned by REMAP CO. INC. under exclusive licence to EMI Records Ltd. 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.

ROBERT PALMER will forever go down in Rock n' Roll history and be remembered for composing and recording some of Rock's all-time greatest most sacred anthems ever. ROBERT PALMER would also forever be known as the smooth talker of Rock n' Roll. PALMER'S powerful and deep voice was so seductive that he could woo any woman in a matter of seconds. When you listen to his music, you will see what I mean. ROBERT PALMER has always had a smooth image by always sporting a suit and tie when recording his videos. A perfect example is his trademark Rocker entitled "Addicted To Love." Other than this mega-hit, PALMER has recorded many great Rock anthems to highly critically acclaim especially from the 1978 to 1997 years. Which brings me to this legendary greatest hits compilation album I'm about to review for you today. "THE VERY BEST OF ROBERT PALMER" is a great compilation album which chronicles and highlights PALMER'S greatest hits from the 1978 to 1997 period. Please note that some of these songs contained in this album are not PALMER'S original recordings but are remixes of how the songs would have sounded like had they have been recorded in 1997. In my opinion, "THE VERY BEST OF ROBERT PALMER" is without a doubt, a true testament of a musical genius whose musical creativity inspired the world when it came to love. This compilation album is also a fine fitting tribute to a great man whose musicianship truly made a difference in Rock n' Roll and was also truly indeed, far ahead of his time. This is the story of one ALAN (ROBERT) PALMER, his music is his story.

It is now time to let the Rock n' Roll music of MR. ROBERT PALMER to speak for itself and back it up by doing all of the talking musically as ROBERT PALMER originally truly intended fot it to be heard and listened to. "THE VERY BEST OF ROBERT PALMER" from 1997 begins with the explosive remixed 1997 version of the original 1985 monster worldwide hit Rocker "Addicted To Love," the amazing and energetic Rocker "Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor)," the seductive Progressive Hard Rocker "Simply Irresistible," the blistering Hard Rocker recorded by THE POWER STATION in the 80's, "Get It On," the synthesized Rocker also recorded by one ROD STEWART, "Some Guys Have All The Luck," the synthesized Rocker sung by the smooth talkin' PALMER like he truly meant it, "I Didn't Mean To Turn You On," the incredibly fast synthesized Rocker "Looking For Clues," the bass pounding synthesizing progressive Rocker "You Are In my System," THE POWER STATION strikes again with this breathtaking progressive Rocker "Some Like It Hot," the soulful Rocker "Respect Yourself," the fantastic Reggae Rocker "I'll Be Your Baby Tonight," the fast synthesized mild Rocker "Johnny & Mary," the beautifully slow orchestrated, bass pounding and soothing "She Makes My Day," the breakthrough heartfelt danceable mild number "Know By Now," the brilliant remix of the original orchestrated tropical Rocker "Every Kinda People," a beautiful tribute to MR. MARVIN GAYE with the rendition of his most sacred classics "Mercy Mercy Me / I Want You" and the genuine original blistering a*s kickin' Rockin' 1985 version "Addicted To Love." May I also add that PALMER'S merciless lead vocals sounds so incredibly smooth and beautiful while laying down the tracks for all of these incredible hit anthem songs.

This is another one of those rare compilation collections that I would highly recommend to everyone of all ages to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. This legendary compilation album 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. You can purchase this album either on Amazon com or at your nearest local Borders Books and Music store. In doing this, you will have taken a giant step in owning and starting your very own personal ROBERT PALMER music collection.

In closing, MR. ROBERT PALMER is no longer among us. PALMER may be gone now, but he has left us many gifts of song anthems to cherish and enjoy for many years to come. It is just too bad that PALMER is no longer with us, I truly believed that he still had so much to say and give to us all musically and was willing to give it all to us. There are many songs that I will forever remember MR. ROBERT PALMER but the one that stands out to me the most and I truly believe that all of you will agree with me on this one is the PALMER trademark Rocker "Addicted To Love." In my opinion, MR. ROBERT PALMER is truly a legend that has left his place and mark in Rock n' Roll history. With this in mind, his many contributions, accomplishments and achievements will never be forgotten or denied. So help in joining me in saluting a late true legend. This one's for you late great Robert. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N' ROLL HISTORY," need I say more? ROBERT PALMER 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. ROBERT PALMER RULES! R.I.P. ALAN (ROBERT) PALMER, Born 19 January 1949, Died 26 September 2003 at age 54. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever in Rock, John L.

Outstanding music ... but ..........2007-05-24

This CD was a bit of a disappointment. Robert Palmer had a pure voice and was an important part of the 80s music "revolution," and his contributions to the music world are sadly missed. But had I known this CD was "digitally re-mastered" I would not have purchased it. We don't need his music updated. I want to hear it just as it played on the radio over the years.

CDs such as this need to carry a "re-mastered" disclaimer. I've purchased far too many classic CDs only to discover time has changed the music, and it's not always for the best.

Great CD and it includes a rare track to get. .......2007-05-09

I have been a Robert Palmer fan since his days with Power Station. I was always intrigued by the fact that he wore a priest's get up in the videos. His voice was always in great shape. Having a 4 octave range, he could sing well in low and high voice.
I was sorry to hear about his massive heart attack. I wanted to buy his rendition of Marvin Gaye's song: Mercy, Mercy Me. This is the first compilation that has it.
Great songs, even got surprised by some unknown tracks like "In my system" and "you should know by now."

Great CD. Long live the great Robert Palmer and his golden voice. He will be missed.

Danny Martinez

Just like the title of the album.......2007-01-20

This CD IS the Very Best of Robert Palmer. Sound quality with high volume rocks my house. Nice package of all the hits on one CD.

Buyer beware.......2006-09-01

The original versions of these hits were pretty much mastered to perfection on their original albums. This collection was somewhat of a disappointment (with just a few exceptions) from even my first listen. It should be clearly labeled as a remix collection. Any ear familiar with these hits from this late great artist will quickly recognize that these versions sound way different the originals.

Soul of the Tango: The Music of Astor Piazzolla

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Excellently performed, Not much Variety
A Classy CD
Great Music BUT - Stupid Sony CD
Very good but not what I heard live in Cerritos
Fantastic Marriage of Two Worlds

Soul of the Tango: The Music of Astor Piazzolla

Manufacturer: Sony
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ASIN: B0000029XQ
Release Date: 1997-10-02

Tracks:

Libertango
Tango Suite: Andante
Tango Suite: Allegro
Tango Suite: Sur: Regreso Al Amor
Tango Suite: Le Grand Tango
Tango Suite: Fugata
Tango Remembrances
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Milonga Del Angel
Cafe 1930

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Yo-Yo Ma might seem like an unlikely protagonist for the tango, but this intrepid musical explorer has taken his task seriously, collaborating with experienced tango musicians. Ma even participates in a posthumous collaboration with one 1987 Piazzolla recording. Furthermore, while he's obviously the headliner here, he doesn't dominate the arrangements nearly as much as he does the billing and photography of the disc. While the result isn't your essential Piazzolla album (that would have to include more of the composer's own playing), it's an atmospheric and convincing collection, perhaps a good introduction for those who don't know the music. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Excellently performed, Not much Variety.......2007-01-12

Yo-Yo Ma leads an all-star cast in his "Sould of the Tango" project. He offers fresh new arrangements of Piazzolla's masterpieces including "Libertango," "Tango Suite," "Fugatta," and more. The arrangements are expertly performed and the playing is exciting and energetic. There is a lush palatte of sound colors coming from guitars, cellos, pianos and the bandoneon. The music is beautiful and flashy. Pieces are reorchestrated such as the "Tango Suite" pieces which are originally guitar duos now with a cello in the mix and the last track on the album, "Cafe 1930" was originally flute and guitar but Ma performs it on cello and bandoneon. The result is freshly interpreted Piazzolla masterpieces that feature new sound color and new perspective. The music is really quite enchanting.

The only problem with this particular recording is that I think Piazzolla is better heard in moderation. Piazzolla wrote in such a constrianed genre, (classical tango), and thus a whole hour of Piazzolla is a little much to take. This great album doesn't make for much of a great straight through listen, but is much better as a plesant surprise when the computer library or iPod is on shuffle.

A Classy CD.......2004-06-23

Great intro to tango, great to relax and read to.

Great Music BUT - Stupid Sony CD.......2003-07-16

I love this music - plays great on my CD player, but when I tried to play it on my computer at work, I wouldn't work. Sony wanted me to install something that didn't work on my machine (my computer is farely new), so I ended up having a friend copy the music over to a new CD without all that SONY stuff they use to stop pirating probably. Now I can listen at work and it is wonderful. BUT BEWARE ON BUYING CDs like this!

Very good but not what I heard live in Cerritos.......2003-03-05

When I first heard Yo-Yo Ma live in Cerritos several years ago, his closing piece was from the yet released Soul of the Tango.
With that music, the subdued audience was enlightened. With only a Cello and a Piano, the music that was created was unbelievable. It was several months before the CD came out and I was a little disappointed that the energy that was present in the live concert did not translate to the CD. I hope that a Live recording or DVD will eventually be released which does capture the real Soul of the Tango.

Fantastic Marriage of Two Worlds.......2003-03-05

I have always thought that Tango deserved a more elevated standing with both professional and amateur music lovers and what better way to attain that wish than having Yo Yo Ma join in for a session.(Is that a question or statement?) This is a remarkable CD that ranges a wide spectrum of Tango music, most of it exciting, sensual and daring.

Piazzolla, a transcendent artist, was determined to broaden Tango's appeal and he did so admirably. Lovers of jazz and classical now appreciate this fusion and nowhere is it expressed better than this offering. Ma admits he was delighted with the chance to work with the other artists and though he is the star it is never totally given over to the cello. As much as I like the cello, it cannot hold a candle to the bandoneon, perhaps the closest thing to a human voice outside of humanity.

Some of these works are magnificent interpretations and in the case of Tango, what is important is staying true to the spirit and not the letter of the note. I love the subtle, whining melodies, the rising and falling of the "voice"...the continual yearning.

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a voice teacher and early music fan.......2007-02-09

'The HYMN-a word derived from the Greek 'hymnos'-has been defined as 'a term of unknown origin applied from ancient times to a wide variety of songs in honor of gods, heroes or notable men.'
The founder of English hymnody is Isaac Watts (1674-1748), whose work in reforming congregational song texts culminated in the publication of his 'Hymns and Spiritual Songs' in 1707. Watts' collection was as complete and comprehensive a set of hymns as had ever been proposed for English worship and it raised the profile of the hymn sufficiently to overcome the prevailing psalmody. The great flowering period of English hymnody began with the work of the Methodist hymn-writers John Wesley (1703-1791) and his brother Charles (1707-1788). The Wesleys gave great prominence to hymns within their Methodist worship and published many books.
The modern hymn book is a collection of hymns drawn from various times and places. This most accomplished recording by St. Paul's Cathedral Choir presents 16 well-loved hymns from 'The New English Hymnal'. A great number of the hymns, which originate from many different eras and traditions, are given an extra musical dimension by John Scott's original descants and thrilling brass arrangements.
Over the years, I have found myself purchasing mostly the recordings of English choirs. They seem to have incredible vocal skills, perfectly executed phrases, flawless diction and some unidentifiable ingredient that makes them very appealing to hear. Of course, I personally enjoy the all male choirs sound; boy sopranos and male altos make the difference. This is a very appealing group of hymns!!!!!

Hymns for every one.......2002-12-01

As I have said already..I am from espiscopal church..these my songs are well know by me...these songs give encouragement when it seems that all hope is lost..these are tunes that are well received....they are also very simple for the every day person to gain strength from day to day..they will become your daily prayer.....

Super Praise!.......2000-06-10

Praise The Lord offers the listener traditional hymns in the English/British tradition. the clarity of the voices make it possible for the listener to follow the words distinctly. The organ soars as accompaniment. the CD provides organ and choral quality for the novice and the experienced musician.

Jane Eyre, the Musical (Original 2000 Broadway Cast)

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Great Buy!
Perfect Match
Probably the most beautiful musical of all time
Beautiful!
A good musical

Jane Eyre, the Musical (Original 2000 Broadway Cast)
John Caird
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ASIN: B000051Y31
Release Date: 2000-11-21

Tracks:

The Orphan
Children of God
Forgiveness
The Graveyard
Sweet Liberty
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Brave Enough for Love

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Here's another to join the parade of page-to-stage musicals inspired by 19th-century fiction. This ambitious adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's haunting classic Jane Eyre for the musical theater seems to be part of a trend represented most famously by Les Misérables. It also reflects the increasing pressure to schedule an original cast recording release as close as possible to a new show's Broadway opening: in this case, in fact, the CD was both recorded and released prior to the show's opening in December 2000 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. But what's most significant for the artistic character of Jane Eyre: The Musical is found in yet another pattern: like a number of his colleagues, composer-lyricist Paul Gordon comes to the project from a pop music industry background (best known for his hit "Friends and Lovers"). And quite a few of the show's numbers benefit from Gordon's catchy craftwork, weaving melodies that are clearly destined to be whistled long past curtain. Yet the effect is sometimes too facile, not diving as deep as we would like into the emotional predicaments of Brontë's characters. You begin to crave a more deftly defined and imagined variety of sound worlds (especially for the darker aspects of Thornfield Hall) than what is hinted at. Gordon doesn't forge any new paths, but his melodic fluency does have its moments of payoff--especially in the moving final duet "Brave Enough for Love," which is also strong enough to stand on its own.

Gordon's predilections as a would-be son of Sondheim are nevertheless clear, and he's telescoped the story into mostly effective lyrics, with some thoughtful juxtapositions of material. Most importantly, he understands that this is more than a Gothic romance, foregrounding the central message of forgiveness that Jane learns as a girl. He attempts to explore the injured sense of self shared by both Jane and Rochester and sets them on a painful, mutual voyage of discovery.

The creative team also includes the veteran duo John Caird (book and direction) and John Napier (scenic design), who have collaborated on such epics as Les Mis and Nicholas Nickleby (not to mention the Las Vegas Siegfried and Roy extravaganza). And the show's creators seem to share a vision geared toward the more operatic end of the spectrum (it was opera composers, after all, who early on claimed 19th-century Gothic fiction for the stage, as in Donizetti's Lucia di Lammermoor), with an actual parody of coloratura in one showstopper ("The Finer Things") given to Blanche Ingram. Fortunately, the two principals have large, richly expressive voices to encompass the large, complicated emotions of these characters. Marla Schaffel singswith unusual beauty and brings dimension to her Jane, while James Barbour (whose resumé includes Beauty and the Beast) is never really threatening as Rochester, but rather a tortured soul who is sweet-voiced even at his most cynical. Mary Stout is a stitch as the blustery Mrs. Fairfax. While the show has already undergone a lengthy evolution from its very first workshops, the viability of its final, fully staged realization has yet to be determined. But this cast recording conveys an authentic sense of the musical's atmosphere and emotional scope. --Thomas May

Customer Reviews:

Great Buy!.......2007-06-08

Not only was this CD super cheap, it also arrived at my house 3 days later!

Perfect Match.......2007-03-16

The music in this album really gave me the feeling of reading the book. I think the songs were well chosen and well written, except of course for the songs sung by Mrs. Fairfax... I could have done without those. Jane and Mr. Rochester's songs carry the story well and they sound lovely. For any musical lover, or romance fan I definitely recommend this album.

Probably the most beautiful musical of all time.......2007-02-16

This is a hidden gem and if you buy it and listen to it, I don't see how you can not love it. I have bought many, many Broadway cast albums but I still am a popster at heart. With all that said, this is a cast album that soars above the crowd.

I bought this several years ago and have listened to it repeatedly since I got it. Why do I love it so much? First of all, the lyrics are full of heart and emotion and tell the story ably. But it is the music and the performances that are truly remarkable here. The melodies are memorable and absolutely exquisite. The orchestration is lush but not sappy. The performances by the two leads are nothing less than stunning.

I never get bored with this wonderful cast album and it is very, very highly recommended.

Beautiful!.......2007-01-28

I listen to this soundtrack all the time and I never get tired of the songs. If Charlotte Bronte story was written as a musical, then this would definitely be it.

A good musical.......2006-07-20

if you like old-fashioned romantic stuff, this one's for you. Some songs are very inspired, the music is,for the most part, quite beautiful, and the story line keeps the essence of the Bronte novel. I heard this right after "Wuthering Heights: the musical", which is quite good, yet this is superior. Give it a try and you might be nicely surprised. I would highly recommend it to the ones who know the novel and to English Literature students: it offers a different and interesting approach to the novel.

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A Contrast In Production Styles
Perfect Angel/Adventures in Paradise...
Breathtaking
I Still Miss Her...
Perfect Angel/Adventures in Paradise

Perfect Angel/Adventures in Paradise
Minnie Riperton
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ASIN: B00018ZY84
Release Date: 2004-03-01

Tracks:

Reasons
It's So Nice (To See Old Friends)
Take A Little Trip
Seeing You This Way
The Edge Of A Dream
Perfect Angel
Every Time He Comes Around
Lovin' You
Our Lives
Baby, This Love I Have
Feelin' That Feeling's Good
When It Comes Down To It
Minnie's Lament
Love And It's Glory
Adventures In Paradise
Inside My Love
Alone In Brewster Bay
Simple Things
Don't Let Anyone Bring You Down

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Digitally Remastered Two Albums on One Disc of Original Albums Released by the Late Singer/Songwriter. Her Four Octave Range is Legendary and the Hit Single "Lovin' You" was the First Time Many People Had Ever Heard a Woman with the Ability to Hit Those High Notes. This Set Includes that Hit Single Along with Tracks from the Album it Came Out on and It's Follow Up.

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A Contrast In Production Styles.......2007-06-25

The legendary Minnie Riperton's two top-20 pop albums are featured on this special cd. PERFECT ANGEL features the huge hit "Lovin' You'", while ADVENTURES IN PARADISE includes the hip-hop sampled classics "Inside My Love" and "Baby, This Love I Have".

PERFECT ANGEL represents the floaty-folksy side of Minnie, the five-and-a-half octave wonder. Produced by Stevie Wonder and Richard Rudolph, Minnie's husband, this #1 r&b album offers stripped down production and earthy lyrics on the singles "Reasons", "Take A Little Trip", "Seeing You This Way", and of course "Lovin' You". Other highlights include the jazzy title track and "Every Time He Comes Around", featuring backing vocals by fellow multi-octave singer Deniece Williams.

ADVENTURES IN PARADISE, the top-20 follow-up album, is the more jazzier and sophisticated of the two albums, thanks to producer Stewart Levine (The Crusaders), and musicians Joe Sample and Larry Carlton (also of the Crusaders). Strings and horn arrangements add a more rich production to such stellar songs as "Baby This Love I Have", the title track, the controversal single "Inside My Love" and the positive album closer "Don't Let Anyone Bring You Down". Although there's no "Lovin' You" on this album, the songs here are more fully-developed.

Two classic Minnie albums with remastered sound and excellent liner notes. What more could a fan ask for?

Perfect Angel/Adventures in Paradise..........2007-06-02

Good combination album from the now legedary Minnie Riperton! You get a real taste of what this artist could do with that multi-octave voice! She needed NO electronic assistance to create, unlike the artists of today...Five stars!

Breathtaking.......2006-05-17

It is so sad that Minnie never got the recognition for being one of our most gifted singers. With range, soul & seduction, she makes my blood sizzle. The disc is remastered superlatively.

I Still Miss Her..........2005-10-25

Minnie was simply the best, with an octave range that would embarrass any of todays contemporaries. Listening to "Inside My Love", still raises hairs on my neck, and brings reflection. She struck a tone within everyone who heard that beautiful voice. I remember clearly where I was upon hearing of her untimely passing. All I could think of was, "God had given, and taken away one of his Angels." Anyone who heard her voice, can never forget her, and this compilation of songs reflect her true essence.

Perfect Angel/Adventures in Paradise.......2005-01-29

I, like a lot of people was introduced to Minnie Ripperton's music by hearing the classic "Lovin' You" and by hearing another of my fav singers, Teena Marie rhapsodize about Minnie's voice and songwriting talent. It's a shame that younger generations of singers don't appear to know more about this phenomenal vocalist - she sings effortlessly and beautifully - no riffs or runs to prolong vocals, just straight out singing from her heart (singers in this era who remind me of Minnie are Jill Scott, Norah Jones, Lizz Wright, Puff Johnson and Amel Larrieux).

Minnie was a true artist whose interest in music ran the gamut from opera to rock to r&b/pop. Her Chess Years album displays her early rock influence while in a group. As you listen to her songs (all of which she co-wrote with her husband or Stevie Wonder) you hear a woman who took risks with her music and in my opinion, never failed.

These two albums are my personal favorites of Minnie's all too short career - sadly her life was cut short by cancer. There is truly not a bad song in the bunch and for the price of one cd, you're getting 2 amazing albums.

Standout tracks to me: Take a Little Trip, Every Time He Comes Around, Baby-This Love I Have, Minnie's Lament, Alone in Brewster Bay & Don't Let Anyone Bring You Down....of course the better known: Lovin You, Inside Each Other & Perfect Angel anchor albums that deserve 10+ ratings on their own.

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Fantastic!
Rubin is just a really awesome singer
Ruben Studdard has found his "niche"...
Best Gospel Cd
One of the Best!!

I Need an Angel
Ruben Studdard
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Release Date: 2004-11-23

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Fix It Jesus
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Running Back To You
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If anybody ought to be hugging the velvet teddy bear for releasing I Need an Angel, the follow up to the Idol 2 champ's 2003 Soulful debut, it's the top brass in the gospel music biz. Not only does Studdard give the genre its props by reinvestigating his roots and turning in an entire disc's worth of well-loved renditions, he also, by virtue of his celebrity, will spawn a new audience of secular listeners for the music. Because to hear this stuff--whether you were raised in the church or outside it--is to love it. The spiritual build-up starts with a light touch: Studdard lays his impeccable musical timing and Luther Vandross-like pipes all over the R. Kelly-penned title track, an anthem that recalls Kelly's "I Believe I Can Fly." Later come gospel-soul hybrids ("Goin' Up Yonder"), spiritual ballads ("Center of My Joy," the Marvin Winans-penned "Restoration"), gorgeously interpreted traditional numbers ("Amazing Grace" and "Shout to the Lord") and a single twirl-toward-the-pulpit, free-your-demons Alabammy howler ("Fix It, Jesus," featuring the preacher Harvey Watkins, Jr.). Capping a disc that for an artist less blessed could have been inaccessible, alienating, or worse, is a Studdard original: "Don't You Give Up" borrows a hook from the Jackson 5, but it's Studdard we hope will carry on, be it as smooth R&B crooner or a mainstream spreader of spiritual inspiration. -Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Fantastic!.......2006-07-01

This young man continues to amaze me with his vocal talent. This is obviously one of his best. "I Need An Angel" is truly angelical! He has such a wide range that he can sing just about anything and make you happy. I enjoyed this venture immensely. Can't wait to see what he does next!

Rubin is just a really awesome singer.......2006-06-13

Rubin Is just a really awesome singer here he,s showing he can groove & has a awesome voice amust buy cd.George Bretzlaff

Ruben Studdard has found his "niche"..........2006-04-23

I bought this CD for the song, "Center of My Joy." My best friend used to sing that at church and since she died 11 years ago, I haven't been able to listen to it. Not until I heard a snippet of Ruben singing it on amazon.com did I feel ready to let that song minister to me again. Ruben has an amazing voice and I love that he allowed the gift God gave him be used to bless others and lift the name of Jesus. I like the whole CD, my favorite songs are: Center of My Joy, of course; I Need an Angel; Shout to the Lord; Restoration and Ain't No Need to Worry. Ruben did a good job of re-making some classics like Shout to the Lord and Restoration. I hope he makes more gospel music; he has a real gift in this area.

Best Gospel Cd.......2005-11-24

wow ruben u really out did yourself this time what an amazing cd, can't wait 4 '' The Return Of The Velvet Teddy Bear''.

One of the Best!!.......2005-10-28

I have to agree with the other reviewers, this is some of Ruben Studdard's best work. I enjoyed most of the songs on "Soulful", but all of the songs on this cd are wonderful. I especially like the title song "I Need An Angel". He really puts his all into this song. I enjoy his voice on the slow songs, but he can also get me moving with "Take the Shot", from his 'Soulful' cd. All in all, this is a must have cd and I really look forward to his next cd.

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i loved dark angel
Looking for a song
whats this song called
that ending credit's song...
Not a true soundtrack

Dark Angel
Original Soundtrack
Manufacturer: Artemis Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000645J3
Release Date: 2002-04-23

Tracks:

Dark Angel Theme - Chuck D/MC Lyte
My Neck, My Back - Khia
Trouble Again - John Forte/Tricky
No Dealz - MC Lyte
Bring It To Me - Samantha Cole
Moving With U - Q-Tip
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Album Description

Co-created by Academy Award-winner James Cameron (Terminator, Titanic) and Emmy Award-winner Charles H. Eglee, "Dark Angel" is a sci-fi adventure series set in the post-apocalyptic U.S. of 2019 and stars Jessica Alba as the genetically engineered Max --"a revved-up girl trying to make a run-down world a better place." The series airs Friday nights (9PM ET/PT) on FOX. The soundtrack features "Trouble Again" from John Forte with Tricky and "My Neck, My Back," one of the fastest breaking Crossover/R&B hits in the country from Dirty South artist Khia. Also included are "Bring It To Me" from Samantha Cole and Public Enemy and MC Lyte doing "Dark Angel Theme." The soundtrack presents the cream of 2002's hip-hop crop in a dazzling array of sounds from both the new and old schools. All the cuts on the album have either been used in the series or will soon appear in upcoming episodes of the show.

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i loved dark angel.......2007-05-07

i mainly watched dark angel for jessica alba but i liked some of the music to.

Looking for a song.......2004-10-01

Quick question for all you readers....

Does anyone know the name of the artist that performed the gaelic song 'Ailein Duinn' which was featured in the episode 'Prodigy'? I've been trying to find this exact version somewhere without any luck. Thanks in advance....

whats this song called.......2004-07-11

hey all, jus wondering if any of yaz know the title of the song they play in the background when white jus gets off the phone at the train station and the Phalanx Arrive (in the episode Freak Nation)

that ending credit's song..........2004-05-30

I have no idea what it's really called but there's this site where you can download the music off. It's call the unoffical DA music = http://tracker.aliasboards.de/ It's the one called..."bike ride" or something like that! Oh yeah, you need a bit torrent client to download the music. Enjoy!

Not a true soundtrack.......2004-04-28

This is just another collection of pop music, labeled as a soundtrack with the pretense of cramming the music into the show. The background music and ambient soundscapes of the show, totally lacking from this album, would surely be more pleasant listening, and if you're looking for the real music of the show, this "soundtrack" is sure to leave you cold.

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Angel of the Night
One Of her Best --
Angel of the Night
Angel of the Night
An all-around excellent follow-up to Angie...

Angel of the Night
Angela Bofill
Manufacturer: Buddha
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005JXQF
Release Date: 2001-06-05

Tracks:

I Try
People Make The World Go 'Round
Angel Of The Night
Rainbow Child (Little Pas)
What I Wouldn't Do (For The Love Of You)
The Feelin's Love
Love To Last
The Voyage

Customer Reviews:

Angel of the Night.......2006-12-21

This is among my favorite Angele Bofill CD's. "Angle of the Night" says it all - the rest of the disc is also enjoyable. Five stars!!

One Of her Best --.......2006-03-25

"Angel of the Night" released in 1979 perfectly showcases Bofill's beautiful voice and impeccable interpretation. The last of her two GRP albums, Angel displayed what a perfect team Larry Rosen, Dave Grusin, and Bofill were. "I Try", "The Feelin's Love" and "The Voyage" and truly powerful songs that complement Bofill's alto to a T. I recommend getting all of Bofill's albums, but this and "Angie" should start off your collection.

Angel of the Night.......2006-01-02

Angela Bofill is one of the most vastly underrated singers ever in my opinion. It's sad that because people couldn't place her music into the straight r&b, jazz or pop categories, that today almost 30 years after her debut, people are just now recognizing her talent.

For those who've never heard of her, one listen to the magnificent I TRY & WHAT I WOULDN'T DO FOR THE LOVE OF YOU will turn you on to her music. There's not a bad track on this disc, which showcases her magnificent voice and excellent music production in support. The other tracks that stand out to me are: RAINBOW CHILD, LOVE TO LAST & THE FEELIN'S LOVE.

If you are in search of artistry that mixes r&b, cubano sounds & jazz...then you will not be disappointed if you give this early Angela Bofill disc a try.

Angel of the Night.......2004-06-28

This is a classic piece of harmonic, soulful, spiritful music! You can't go wrong with any of her CD's, but this one will always be at the top of my list. She's an Angel of the night (angelita de la noche) is Angie at her best. The entire project is delicious to the ear and will bring back many memories, or create new ones, for new listeners! Fantastic standouts are:

1. I Try (Classic and Superb Quiet Storm Jam)
2. People Make The World Go Round (Fantastic soothing re-make)
3. Angel of the Night (Classic Angie--best song on the CD)
4. What I Wouldn't Do (You'll be singing along in no time to this classic tune)
5. The Feelings Love (Top Notch heartfelt Angie)

As you can see, that's almost the entire album...so pick it up for your collection, you won't be disappointed.

An all-around excellent follow-up to Angie..........2003-06-11

After scoring a top-selling high-charting album with her debut LP "Angie", Angela Bofill recorded this superlative follow-up. With unforgettable, timeless songs like "I Try", "The Feeling's Love, "Love To Last" and the title track this album was an instant classic.In some ways, I wish Angela had remained with GRP as Grusin and Rosen really knew how to produce her and get the right material for her.

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Some of his best work
Angels in America - Always Great!
GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The Celestial Xpression of Thomas Newman
Amazing work

Angels in America
Thomas Newman
Manufacturer: Nonesuch
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Release Date: 2003-12-02

Tracks:

Threshold of Revelation - Thomas Newman
Angels in America (Main Title) - Thomas Newman
Lesionnaire - Thomas Newman
Ellis Island - Thomas Newman
Acolyte of the Flux - Thomas Newman
Umdankbar Kind - Thomas Newman
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Solitude - Duke Ellington
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A Closer Walk With Thee - Lewis, George & His Ragtime Band
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The Great Work Begins (End Title) - Thomas Newman
Tropopause - Thomas Newman
I'm His Child - Zella Jackson-Price

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Playwright Tony Kushner adapted his sprawling meditation on the AIDS epidemic of the 80's into an equally epic, Mike Nichols-directed HBO miniseries. But while Thomas Newman's score spans that dramatic landscape with rich stylistic diversity, the young champion of the daunting Newman family musical tradition (his father was Fox legend Alfred; his brother fellow film scorer David; his cousin songwriter/composer Randy) never lets musical bombast get in the way of compelling emotional introspection. Anchored by a delicate wind and string-driven main theme that's as mature as it is bittersweet, Newman proceeds to explore some of the same adventurous, rhythmically restless soundscapes that characterized his work on Erin Brockovich and American Beauty. But that typically moody experimentalism is leavened elsewhere by moments of neo-baroque choral exultation, smokey 30's jazz (courtesy of George Lewis and his Ragtime Band and Duke Ellington) and even flashes of gospel and orchestral post-modernism, all of it served up with a masterful sense of irony-free restraint that's become one of the composer's most refreshing hallmarks. It's easily one of Newman's -- and 2003's -- most accomplished and satisfying film scores. --Jerry McCulley

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Some of his best work.......2007-06-12

Most of us know Thomas Newman for his work on his more famous films like American Beauty, Shawshank Redemption, Scent of a Woman and Meet Joe Black, but this soundtrack to the HBO film is right up there with his best pieces of work. The whole album goes through various feelings, shades and emotions, the best tracks for me being Mauve Antarctica and Tropopause. If you're a Thomas Newman fan then you need this in your collection.

Angels in America - Always Great!.......2007-01-03

Love the film, the play and the soundtrack. If you find the topics of Angels in America interesting, thought-provoking and warm to your heart, you will LOVE this. As a man battling HIV, I find it outstanding. Thanks Amazon, for offering all the Angels in America products.

GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2005-11-01

There are not enough stars on the selection for me to say how good this CD is! It is so beautiful and like classical music. I listen to it all the time!

The Celestial Xpression of Thomas Newman.......2005-08-31

...well, to only write a review is not enough to describe the impressive sound in this record. it is necessary to listen to it. Thomas do not scrimp in efforts to assemble this wonderful musical work. in fact, each one of the melodys, agreed, and instruments (mainly those of wind and strings) even are perfectly connected and performed in litle some more of 70 minutes of music. Transitions from the quietness of a melody to the loudest human chorus, may be hear is this soundtrack (tipically from the original Serie, that I have too in DVD). But everything is not perfect. Must be had included the Henry Mancini song: "Moon River" contained in one of the most sentimental scenes in the film/serie (that i think at least). In a plus, if you are an lover of this kind of productions, it does not have to lack in its collection the "Angels in America Soundtrack". Buy and enjoy it..!

Amazing work.......2004-11-28

After working in film scoring for the past decade, Thomas Newman has finally achieved his masterwork with the soundtrack to "Angels in America." It is a culmination of the different techniques and themes he has worked on in the past, along with a completely new orchestral sound that perfectly underlies the depth and scope of the film. It is a very rare score in that it conveys all the happiness, pain, pessimism and hope that Kushner's work is all about, simply through the nuanced way Newman has written and arranged it. It is an incredibly entertaining score that stands well on its own. A must for any fans of Newman or the film.

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Only one good song!
Amanda Perez has qualities in two songs, I admire...
Good Singer.......poor music
Conceited Nonsense
A GREAT CD

Angel
Amanda Perez
Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us
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Angel
I Still Love You
Never
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Love is Pain
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Only one good song!.......2006-06-05

I loved the song Angel I thought she put a lot of expression in that one song. But, the rest of the songs are meaning less! Do not buy the cd, for that one song! Get that song somewhere else! Do not be disapointed!

Amanda Perez has qualities in two songs, I admire..........2005-09-12

The songs are smooth, with a west coast temperment.. I, myself, only kept playing three which was track five (Never)... track three (Angel) and the bonus (Angel track 12).

The spiritual connection of a soulmate in ANGEL... moved me. And the never letting go... (another soulmate type joint) in the song.. NEVER.. was definately my favorite.

AS for the rest... well, not my flavor, but it might work for others.

Good Singer.......poor music.......2005-02-19

I really like the song Angel but I felt that the abulm was not that good. I may not be a music expert but some of her songs sound alike and I hope that she will make better music in the future. I feel that she has the potential and talent to make it far in the undustry but she needs to think and listen over some of the songs she makes. Sorry if I offended Amanda and anyone who felt her music was good.(remember this is my opinion and I do respect Amanda as a artist)

Conceited Nonsense.......2004-10-19

The reason I gave this cd one star is because it was the lowest rating I could give. I listened to it once and lost it afterwards, a fact that didn't upset me if it wasn't for the amount of money I paid for it. This cd ends up sounding more like a love letter from Amanda Perez to Amanda Perez instead of music. Throughout the cd, she seems to, in someway shape or form, to brag about something. This is especially evident in the song "Where its at" a song that consist on her bragging about what a great singer and rapper she is. The skit that she performs also gives evidences of this. Now it is good to have a strong self- image, but there is a difference between confidence and arrogance. I also do not think she will make it if after one hit song she begins to think she is better than everybody else. I don't think that has happened yet but based on the evidence it isn't far down the line. If you do like the song "Angel" I suggest you purchase a cd single or buy a compilation with the song on it instead.

A GREAT CD.......2004-07-03

MY FAVORITE SONG IS I STILL LOVE YOU!! IT IS SO TOUCHING THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN THE FIRST SINGLE OF THE CD SHE HAS SUCH A GREAT VOICE SHE NEEDS TO COME OUT WITH ANOTHER SONG ON HER NEXT ALBUM THAT SOUNDS SIMILAR TO I STILL LOVE!!! HURRY UP AMANDA WERE WAITNG FOR THE NEXT ALBUM ONE MORE THING AMANDA i i still love you!!!!1

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