Faces & Phases [Import]

1. Bassline

2. Savage And Beyond

3. Pump The Move

4. Forcefield

5. Uptempo

6. Funk, Funk, Funk

7. How To Play Our Music

8. Groove That Won't Stop

9. Bounce Your Body To The Box

10. Truth Of Self Evidence

11. Triangle Of Love

12. Rock To The Beat

13. Groovin Without A Doubt

14. Let's, Let's, Let's Dance

15. Sound

16. Just Another Chance

17. Human Bond

18. Smooth Groove

19. Ahnongay

20. Straight Outta Hell

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Faces & Phases,Kevin Saunderson,SSR,Club/Dance,Dance,Detroit Techno,Electronica,House,Techno

Average customer rating: One of the best rock'n roll box sets ever Oh La La! Five Guys with Rod alcohol, blues, cigarros, rock, trasnoche, funk, fiesta, soul y mujeres galopando.... a drummer for a long ago opening band

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Tracks:

1. Flying
2. On The Beach
3. Too Bad
4. If Im On The Late Side
5. Debris
6. Jealous Guy
7. Evil (Rehearsal)
8. As Long As You Tell Him
9. Maggie May (Live/BBC)
10. Cindy Incidentally (Alternate Mix)
11. Maybe Im Amazed (Live/BBC)
12. Insurance
13. I Came Looking For You (Rehearsal)
14. Last Orders Please
15. Wyndlesham Bay (Jodie)
16. I Can Feel The Fire (Live)
17. Tonights Number
18. Come See Me Baby (The Cheater)

Tracks:

1. Pool Hall Richard
2. Youre My Girl
3. (I Dont Want To Discuss It) (Live/BBC)
4. Glad And Sorry
5. Shake, Shudder, Shiver (Rehearsal)
6. Miss Judys Farm (Live/BBC)
7. Richmond
8. Thats All You Need
9. Rear Wheel Skid
10. Maybe Im Amazed
11. (If Loving You Is Wrong) I Dont Want To Be Right
12. Take A Look At The Guy (Live)
13. Flags And Banners
14. Bad N Ruin (Live/BBC)
15. Around The Plynth
16. Sweet Lady Mary
17. Had Me A Real Good Time
18. Cut Across Shorty (Live/BBC)

Tracks:

1. Youre So Rude
2. (I Know) Im Losing You (Live/BBC)
3. Love Lives Here
4. Id Rather Go Blind (Live)
5. Hi-Heel Sneakers/Everybody Needs
6. Somebody To Love
7. Gettin Hungry
8. Silicone Grown
9. Oh Lord Im Browned Off
10. Just Another Honky
11. Open To Ideas
12. Skewiff (Mend The Fuse)
13. Too Bad (Live)
14. Rock Me
15. Angel (Live/BBC)
16. Stay With Me (Live/BBC)
17. Ooh La La

Tracks:

1. The Stealer (Live/BBC)*
2. Around The Plynth/Gasoline Alley
3. (Live/BBC)*
4. You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything(Even Take The Dog For A Walk, Mend A Fuse, Fold Away The Ironing Board, Or Any Other Domestic Short Comings)
5. I Wish It Would Rain (Live)
6. Miss Judys Farm (Live/BBC)
7. Love In Vain (Live/BBC)
8. My Fault (Live/BBC)
9. I Feel So Good (Rehearsal)
10. Miss Judys Farm
11. Three Button Hand Me Down
12. Cindy Incidentally
13. Borstal Boys
14. Flying (Live/BBC)
15. Bad N Ruin
16. Dishevelment Blues
17. Stay With Me

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England's Faces (1970-1975) wound up playing stadiums, but they always had a compact, pub-band feel. They were proud boozers, tuning up wasn't a major obsession, and Rod Stewart (in pre-disco prime) always sounded like he'd sung himself hoarse the night before. They kept the mood light, but ensemble work was deceptively tight, thanks to drummer Kenney Jones (later Keith Moon's replacement in the Who) and guitarist Ron Wood (post-Jeff Beck, pre-Stones), who'd switch between raunchy lead and raunchy rhythm roles between beats. Wood's blues-drenched slide work snuffed most of his rock competition, and helped define the band's wiry sound. But Faces offered more than teapot blues. Tuneful bassist Ronnie Lane's sweet voice and countryish melodies--think "Ooh La La," revived as the movie Rushmore's closing theme--both lightened and deepened the texture. Keyboardist Ian McLagan picked and sequenced 67 tracks, programming them out of chronological order, to flow like concert sets. Included are abundant rarities--out-takes, b-sides, rehearsals, BBC-broadcast excerpts--including live takes of songs Faces recorded under Stewart's name, like "Gasoline Alley" and "Maggie May." (A few tunes are heard in live and studio versions.) It's a very good selection of music that wears remarkably well. --Kevin Whitehead

Album Description

From 1969 to 1975 the Faces - Rod Stewart, Ian McLagan, Ron Wood, Ronnie Lane, and Kenney Jones - played their loose and joyful blues and soul-inflected rock 'n' roll with reckless abandon, consummate skill, and immeasurable charm. For those few years they were arguably the greatest band on the planet, and their influence has resonated ever since through the music of countless acts, from the Sex Pistols to The Replacements to The Black Crowes, and on and on. After the Faces dissolved in 1975, Stewart went on to solo superstardom, Wood to the Stones, Jones to The Who, McLagan to world - class session work and his own recordings, and Lane to acclaimed solo projects before he succumbed to multiple sclerosis in 1997. Greater than the sum of its parts, the Faces made now - immortal music for which there will never, ever be a last call.

Customer Reviews:

One of the best rock'n roll box sets ever.......2007-05-29

I wasn't terribly familiar with the Faces, but a friend got this and I was blown away. Booze and blues. Great stuff. A four discs are fantastic. If you like British blues this is for you.

Only negative is the packaging is the typical nonsense these days. It is a book format with four overlapping CDs. What should come is four jewel cases with a separate book. The book here is epoxied to the binder and weak and anything resembling a digipak sucks and scratches the discs.

Put the discs in jewel cases and enjoy the book.

Great stuff.

Oh La La!.......2007-04-19

Always had a soft spot in me heart for Ronnie Lane and the Faces...best show I ever saw matter of fact to this very day...what I remember of it that is...Woody's slippin' and slidin' up against Mac's snortin' B-3 (can't forget his Wurly too) and a singer (what's your name again?) that didn't require a mike...would recommend this box set w/ several thumbs up.

Five Guys with Rod.......2007-01-15

Great CD. Had 1 skipping track but other than that defect the best
collection of Rod and Faces that I've yet to hear together in one package.
Great info too on the band with an included booklet.
Truly the best from Rod's rocking era.
The best thing about these selections is that they are from a member of the band : Ian McLagan, the pianist/organist.
Very little known tracks that made the band's personality come to life are featured. Some rehearsal tracks are not too intriguing. They are rehearsals. By and Large this CD collection is well worth the money for any Faces fan who saw them live in concert in the 70's.

alcohol, blues, cigarros, rock, trasnoche, funk, fiesta, soul y mujeres galopando...........2006-10-24

gran edicion de rhino, excelente box que encierra el legado de una maravillosa banda que pudo haber sido mas grande, desprolija y sucia que los STONES!!!!!!!!! sonido muy bueno, versiones en vivo, ensayos, tomas alternativas....ademas sin las repeticiones comunes de este tipo de ediciones.....hermoso booklet, una caja de tamaño original apta para el bolsillo del caballero y la cartera de la dama....un poco incomoda la forma de guardar los cds pero en fin..UNA GRAN OBRA PARA FANS Y OYENTES CASUALES!!!!!!

a drummer for a long ago opening band.......2006-09-27

Never think for a moment that THE FACES were not the epitome of sincere & home grown good guys. They were a force in rock that could not be challenged.At 53 yrs now I wish those wonderful days could be known to a musically inept bunch of cretans

Average customer rating: Wow... what a piece Excellent Overview Faces featuring Rod Stewart Not enough for the real fans THIS IS THE FACES AT THEIR ABSOLUTE BEST.

The Best Of Faces: Good Boys When They're Asleep Faces Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Proto Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Rhino Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Dynasty | Warner Brothers Records | Stores | Music Similar Items: Never a Dull Moment Every Picture Tells a Story A Nod is As Good As a Wink to a Blind Horse Gasoline Alley Exile on Main St. ASIN: B00000JNJ1 Release Date: 1999-08-17

Tracks:

1. Flying
2. Three Button Hand Me Down
3. Wicked Messenger
4. Sweed Lady Mary
5. Bad 'N' Ruin
6. Had Me A Real Good Time
7. Debris
8. Miss Judy's Farm
9. You're So Rude
10. Too Bad
11. Love Lives Here
12. Stay With Me
13. Cindy Incidentally
14. Glad And Sorry
15. Borstal Boys
16. Ooh La La
17. Pool Hall Richard
18. You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything
19. Open To Ideas

Amazon.com essential recording

Best known for their alumni (Rod Stewart, the Stones' Ron Wood, the Who's Kenny Jones), the Faces' brief early '70s run was as musically rewarding as it was boozy and sideshow spectacular. A revamped, bluesier edition of '60s English pop notables the Small Faces, the Faces established a rollicking musical identity that threatened to overshadow the Stones at their own game. Though the group dissolved under the pressures of Stewart's burgeoning solo career and Wood's recruitment into comfortable career Stonedom, the Faces were about much more than just individual talents. The folksy vulnerability of the late bassist, songwriter, and vocalist Ronnie Lane (well-represented here by "Debris" and "Ooh La La") kept the lads close to roots both geographical and class, while keyboardist Ian McLagen alternated between barrelhouse-boogie and Hammond B-3 soulfulness and Jones loosely locked into irresistible grooves. They could pillage Motown ("Three Button Hand Me Down") and Chuck Berry ("Cindy Incidentally") for riffs, and turn from countrified blues ("Sweet Lady Mary") to the breakneck boogie of "Too Bad" in a heartbeat. They may have been cheated of hits, but the Faces' music remains warm, heartfelt, and enthusiastic--a legacy that's aged much better than the cheap hootch they once drowned themselves in. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

Wow... what a piece.......2007-07-02

I can't even begin to say how bad this compilation is. Just another piece of evidence against any rock and roll post 1971 or 2. If this is what gave Rod Steward "credibility" then he can go to hell. That's my opinion.

Excellent Overview.......2007-03-30

This compilation of the Faces gathers all their great hits and is the best single-disc compilation of theirs that you will find. I think they are a very underrated band, they were very good, they deserved more recognition. Being that I'm a Rod Stewart fan, I think this is just great, even on the songs where he doesn't sing lead. They're a little like the Rolling Stones, but harder-rocking, in my opinion. They were just a good, hard-rock band and definately all about fun. I definately recommend this to anyone who likes Rod Stewart, as well as those that like early hard rock.

Faces featuring Rod Stewart.......2007-03-27

The only reason this doesn't get 5 stars is because I share the same feelings that the band had toward Rod. At this same time he had awesome SOLO albums coming out. Can you imagine the Faces with Rods full creative attention? Oh well, whatever, its still great stuff lots of fun and I can still remember the concerts. Faces were the ultimate live band that would party along with you. Those of you that were fortunate enough to see them live will really appreciate this.

Not enough for the real fans.......2007-03-24

Before you take exception with the three stars I gave this one, please realize that I'm rating the single-disc compilation and not the music. In terms of the songs presented here, we're talking an easy five stars (even the sloppy tracks...that's what made this band great, a mixture of virtuosity and "How can they still be standing when they're that drunk?"). In terms of satisfying anyone other than the most casual or cash-strapped Faces fan, three stars is overly generous. The four-disc "Five Guys Walk Into A Bar..." box set is the way to go, not to mention owning each of the 4 Faces CDs and the Wood-era Stewart solo discs. Forget the "Great American Songbook" Rod Stewart you see in 2007. In the 70s, these guys were serious challengers to the throne occupied by the Rolling Stones in terms of songwriting and rocking attitude. That said, "Good Boys" DOES include one of the single greatest songs produced by the band, the late great Ronnie Lane's "Debris" (with powerful backing vocals from Stewart and some of Wood's most poignant playing). The hits are here ("Miss Judy's Farm," "Stay With Me") as well as key album tracks like "Borstal Boys" (their last great, crunchy, stomping Chuck Berry-derived rocker) and the transcendent "Ooh La La." It's just not enough...period. A good intro? Yeah, of course, like "The Beatles Ones" is a good intro to The Beatles. Listen to the BBC live tracks on "Five guys..." and you'll see what you're missing.

THIS IS THE FACES AT THEIR ABSOLUTE BEST........2007-03-07

I will be writing a review on the legendary compilation album entitled "THE BEST OF FACES, GOOD BOYS...WHEN THEY'RE ASLEEP..." by one of Rock's greatest legendary bands. I give you one of England's pride and joy's, T-H-E F-A-C-E-S. This legendary compilation album was originally released in 1999 on Compact Disc on the Rhino Records label in association with Warner Brothers Records Inc. 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 best informative and most accurate review possible.

The band THE FACES are true legends. THE FACES will forever go down in Rock n' Roll history and be remembered for having great band mates that would move on to a either a great solo career or to two of the greatest legendary bands of all time. When lead singer and legendary frontman Rod Stewart met up and joined forces with lead and rhythm guitarist Ronnie Wood, drummer Kenney Jones, keyboard and piano player Ian "mac" Mclagan, the late great bassist Ronnie Lane and his replacement bassist Tetsu Yamauchi, Rock n' Roll was in for a big surprise and treat. THE FACES would entertain audiences and release some great albums and hit songs from the 1970 to 1975 period. This compilation album highlights all of the hit songs from that period. In my opinion, "THE BEST OF THE FACES" is a true testament of the greatness and genius of a very extremely talented band and a fine fitting tribute to a great legendary band that was indeed, far ahead of its time.

Now it is time to let the music speak for itself and do all of the talking. This legendary album begins with the slow smooth Rocker "Flying," the bass screaming acoustic Rocker "Three Button Hand Me Down," the merciless guitar screaming Rocker "Wicked Messenger," the slow beautiful electric acoustic Rocker "Sweet Lady Mary," the FACES trademark Rocker "Bad 'N' Ruin," the soulful Rocker "Had Me A Real Good Time," the slow beautiful Bob Dylan influenced southern Rocker "Debris," the breathtaking screaming Rocker "Miss Judy's Farm," the incredible sounding Rocker "You're So Rude," the fast paced action packed Rocker "Too Bad," the beautiful slow soothing Rocker "Love Lives Here," the forever FACES trademark blistering Rocker "Stay With Me," the groundbreaking Rocker "Cindy Incidentally," the slow beautiful acoustic "Glad And Sorry," the legendary fast paced Rocker "Borstal Boys," the acoustic and mandolin filled slow mellow "Ooh La La," the guitar screechin' and screamin' Rocker "Pool Hall Richard," the soulful and heartful blazing Rocker "You Can Make Me Dance, Sing Or Anything" and the slow beautiful smooth soothing mellow Rocker "Open To Ideas." May I also add that Ronnie Wood played some mean blistering guitar licks and riffs that would forever revolutionize the sound of the guitar and add more to the legend and legacy of THE FACES. Rod Stewart sang the songs with such ease and breathtaking skills that he sounds the way a true Rock n' Roll frontman is supposed to sound like. Kenney Jones plays drums with such a devastating fury that he joins the legendary power drumming ranks of legendary drummers such as Ginger Baker, the late great Keith Moon and the late great John Bonham.

Overall, this is one hell of a compilation album worth seeking out and checking further into especially if you are a newcomer and a curious beginner to the sound and music of THE FACES.

I would like to highly recommend purchasing this legendary compilation album to own as a valuable and important part of his or her own personal music collection. This legendary 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. THE FACES is one collection that a devout music collector would not want to be without.

In closing, after THE FACES disbanded, their legend and legacy was far from ending and being over. Rod Stewart would move on to a very successful solo career which has lasted to this very day. Guitarist Ronnie Wood on the other hand would move on and join THE GREATEST ROCK N' ROLL BAND IN THE WORLD, THE ROLLING STONES. Drummer Kenney Jones would also strike gold and move on to replace the late great Keith Moon in the legendary band THE WHO. In 1982, it became public knowledge that Ronnie Lane had developed a probably fatal case of Multiple Sclerosis. At the end of 1983, Eric Clapton and Ronnie Wood organised an all-star British Rock revue, Call To A.R.M.S. (Action for Research into Multiple Sclerosis), that toured England and the States to raise money for Lane's treatment and research into the disease itself. Besides Clapton, Pete Townshend joined aboard along with Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, Charlie Watts, Bill Wyman and a host of many others. On a sad note, Rock n' Roll would lose FACES legendary bassist Ronnie Lane to Multiple Sclerosis in June 1997. THE FACES have forever left their mark in Rock n' Roll history and will never be forgotten. So here's to you Rod, Ronnie, Kenney, the late great Ronnie L., Ian and Tetsu. Thanks for the memories. And as the saying goes, "AND THE REST IS ROCK N ROLL HISTORY," need I say more? Thanks for reading my review and I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it for your reading pleasure. I also hope that you will read all of my other reviews in the near future when time permits. THE FACES FOREVER. R.I.P. RONNIE LANE. Long Live Rock n' Roll. Rock out always and take it easy. Forever In Rock, John L.

Average customer rating: "Debris"...Ronnie Lane snags the best track on this classic. For One Song C'mon... Brings back great memories. Solid rock & roll. The Faces' best record

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Tracks:

1. Miss Judy's Farm
2. You're So Rude
3. Love Lives Here
4. Last Orders Please
5. Stay With Me
6. Debris
7. Memphis, Tennessee
8. Too Bad
9. That's All You Need

Amazon.com

Sixties Britpoppers the Small Faces begat the Faces, the reshaped '70s version. Of course, the latter-day incarnation of the band was best known for its lead singer, Rod Stewart, and his unique, squalling voice. The players, meanwhile, displayed Stones-ish sensibilities, which makes sense given that guitarist Ron Wood left the group to join Jagger, Richards, and the boys. Faces didn't release a great number of albums, but during their tumble on the rock charts, they made some truly great songs, several of which are found on this, their consensus classic. "Stay with Me" sounds like a barroom brawl set to music, and "Miss Judy's Farm" puts one in mind of a garage band that lucked out and found a studio and a (somewhat) sober producer. A Nod... is the most representative recording of a band that helped shape hard rock and punk for years to come. --Lorry Fleming

Customer Reviews:

"Debris"...Ronnie Lane snags the best track on this classic........2007-02-26

Ronnie Lane's poignant ode to his dad..."Debris"...is the killer track on this album. Stewart's BEST vocals are the background vocals he provides on this track. That's a pretty bold claim when you're talking about an album that includes "Miss Judy's Farm," "Stay With Me," "Too Bad," "That's All You Need"...but it's a fact. The late, great Ronnie Lane provided a much-needed "McCartney sweetness" counterpoint to Stewart's rooster-haired strutting, and that combination (along with the unstoppable Ronnie Wood) made this band magic. They pulled off one more...the lesser "Ooh La La"...and Ronnie Lane headed south. Free's Tetsu Yamauchi gamely stepped in to fill the void, but with all due respect, he was "just a bass player." After a sloppy live album, Faces faded away and Stewart became a cartoon of his former self. But on THIS album, you have an ample opportunity to understand what the hype was all about.

For One Song.......2006-12-28

For Christmas this was on my wish list for "Stay with Me". I got my wish and had to absolutely laugh and cringe through the rest of this CD. To say "Horrible" would be tooooo kind but that only applies to the lyrics and singing.

However, the redeeming factor for the second star was the actual music. If they had just kept their mouths shut, I probably would have given it a 4.

C'mon..........2006-08-15

...what are you reading this for? You know what to expect when you buy a disc produced by Rod Stewart's Faces: at least four or five hard-rocking party numbers ('Miss Judy's Farm', 'Stay With Me', 'Memphis', 'Too Bad', and 'That's All You Need') featuring Rod's raspy vocals, and heavy, pulsing guitar and bass lines courtesy of Ron Wood and Ronnie Lane; two or three irresistible love ballads ('Love Lives Here', 'Debris'); and to top it all off, some honky-tonk or boogie numbers ('You're So Rude', 'Last Orders Please'). 'A nod is as good as a wink to a blind horse...', released in November of 1971, charged up to number six on the US album charts, and stands as the most commercially successful of the bands' four albums.

While there isn't always great depth to the lyrics offered up by the three R's... Rod, Ron, and Ronnie, no one can deny that they often cut straight to the chase. On 'Miss Judy's Farm', Rod paints vivid scenario's such as "I was just eighteen and all I needed was to get my way". Ironically, on 'That's All You Need', Stewart sings, "...my kind of music... you knew it wasn't gonna be simple..." when "simple" is exactly the form of music this band revels in. That particular song drifts along on a masterful lead guitar riff that makes it one of the most under-appreciated epic rock tracks. The second side of 'A nod...' (on the original vinyl version) opened with one of the bands' most successful single releases, 'Stay With Me', which climbed to number eight on the national charts in January of 1972. Despite being mercilessly overplayed on both the AM and FM frequencies, 'Stay With Me' has proven powerful enough to overcome overexposure. Stewart's barroom delivery takes lines like "I hear you're a mean old Jezebel" and transforms them into terms of endearment. A honky tonk piano track and grinding rhythm guitar propel the number into a fantastic instrumental coda embracing several faux finishes. 'Too Bad' chimes in with a tale involving a twelve foot tall butler, a colored queen, and sweaty girls over an up-tempo, party-rock beat. Their cover of Chuck Berry's 'Memphis' plods along in the beginning, but confidently gains intensity as Rod tells the familiar tale about a phone call from southside Memphis Marie, all of six years old.

Among the better ballads are 'Love Lives Here', offering a melodic combination of guitars, piano, and organ, and Ronnie Lane's 'Debris', supported by more solid guitar and piano interaction. While less entertaining than the surrounding fare, 'You're So Rude' blends a rocking rhythm guitar riff with a tight electric lead guitar, and tops it off with a harmonica in the coda. Perhpas the weakest track among the nine performed is the side one closer, 'Last Orders Please', a break-up tale dropping some worn cliche's such as "you've got yours and I've got mine".

I was a senior in high school the year that 'A nod...' hit the shelves, and the disc proved to be one of the first to hit the platter at each and every party that brought closure to that most important of all years. Whenever I see that cover (which always made me think of this as a live disc, which it isn't), surrounded by that distinct dark brown border, waves of memories and emotions from my youth surround me. For that reason, my own perception of the quality of this disc may be biased, but with each subsequent listen I feel vindicated that it isn't just my associations to it that make 'A nod...' a rock and roll classic. As many good times as this album must have witnessed in the early 1970's, it remains vital enough to produce many more to come.

Brings back great memories. Solid rock & roll. .......2005-10-04

Back in the late 70's I had the vinyl and this was one of my favorite albums. The CD version sounds just as good if not better. The music is still very fresh, classic rock & roll. Great rock singing and guitar work. This has to be one of Rod Stewart's best material. I think he was at his best with the Faces or maybe he was just younger, drank more Scotch and really believed in what he was singing. The later material just has not been convincing with lot of commercialism. I am curious to listen to the Gold Disc version from Audio Fidelity.

The Faces' best record.......2005-03-27

"A Nod Is As Good As A Wink...To A Blind Horse" is the Faces' third album in just two years, and it is their most consistent record alongside 1973's "Ooh La La".

Filled with crunchy electric guitars, blooze-n-boogie piano, and deep, bluesy grooves, it boasts the group's only significant hit, the superb, fiery rocker "Stay With Me". But there are numerous other highlights, including the strutting "Miss Judy's Farm", a rollicking cover of Chuck Berry's "Memphis", and the piano-driven hard rock of "Too Bad"...everything is worth a listen, actually.
"A Nod Is As Good As A Wink..." rocks like very few other records of the early seventies, and this fine record proves what a great, underrated rock n' roll outfit the Faces were.

Average customer rating: Awesome This isn't just great Christian rock. It's great rock, period. Great CD Much Less Screaming Than Hearts Of The Innocent. Great CD Much Less Screaming Than Hearts Of The Innocent. Outstanding Album

Sea of Faces Kutless Manufacturer: Bec Recordings / Emd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk Revival | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Punk-Pop | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Christian Rock | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Alternative | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Kutless Strong Tower Hearts of the Innocent Once Upon a Shattered Life Phenomenon ASIN: B0001DMQ6W Release Date: 2004-02-24

Tracks:

1. Not What You See
2. All Alone
3. Better For You
4. Sea Of Faces
5. Let You In
6. Passion
7. Perspectives
8. Treason
9. All Of The Words
10. Troubled Heart
11. It's Like Me

Customer Reviews:

Awesome.......2007-07-16

Awesome. That's the only way to describe this CD. I was starting to get into Christian rock and decided to buy a CD. This was the first Christian rock CD I've ever bought. It's great. Their lyrics are very true and meaningful and they still manage to keep that rock sound that everyone loves. It's something that I would suggest to anyone of almost any age group. Jon Micah has a very strong voice and delivers every song very well. When I bought this CD, I knew nothing of Christian rock or even Christian music for that matter. Now, I know every word to every song on all of their CDs. Trust me, you will fall in love with Kutless and with this CD.

This isn't just great Christian rock. It's great rock, period........2007-05-19

Kutless is easily my favorite band and this CD is a big reason for me. Anybody that says Christian bands have no talent has obviously never heard Kutless.

I can honestly say there isn't a single song on this CD that I don't like. The CD starts with "Not What You See", a very profound song about how we as Christians are nothing more than servants to God and the world around us.

Next is "All Alone", an marvelously produced song about Jesus being our only hope. "Better For You" is another very profound song about how the right thing always seems hard, but in the end it is better for us.

"Sea of Faces" is one of the songs that made Kutless, and you can see why. It has a great melody, great words, and great over all sound. "Let You In" is probably the hardest song on the album, and it features singing by Demon Hunter's lead singer.

"Passion" captures the pain and anguish of Jesus' death in a very powerful way. It mentions how Jesus' death, although it was terrible, is comforting to all of us.

"Perspectives" would make a great mainstream song. It simply states that we need to view the world around us in a way that realizes we are not the only ones with problems. After "Perspectives" is "Treason", another remarkably deep song about how we don't act like we're really Christians, and commit treason against God.

"All the Words" is simply a beautiful praise-and-worship song. "Troubled Heart" is probably my least favorite on the album, but even it is a good song. The final song, "It's Like Me", talks about the difficult of witnessing, and has one of the best lines in all of music - "Would my care increase if I truly believe that a life could be saved?"

To sum it up, if you want great rock music with a great message, don't pass up Kutless's Sea of Faces.

Great CD Much Less Screaming Than Hearts Of The Innocent........2007-04-22

I got this CD From this site the song samble from wow Hits 2005 Than I hear the song called Sea of Faces listen 15 times a day. My Top 5 Songs That I Like

1.Sea of Faces 10/10 Is a good Gosble Rock Song and Power.
2. Not what you see 9/10 More Rock Than Worship Song Good Song
3. Treason 8/10 Rock song Some Screaming It is not to noticeable compair to the live from portland is terrible I like non Put Your Fist Up stuff gives you your own way of crazyness no screaming more vocalizing be a great song
4.Troubled Heart 9/10 Better than Live From Portland Concert is sounds more gourges rock sounding than Concerts.
5. All of Words 8/10 Is a good Rock Worship Song

Thats all Folks This CD IS A MUST BUY IS THE BEST KUTLESS CD I OWN ON THE KUTLESS MARKET.

Great CD Much Less Screaming Than Hearts Of The Innocent........2007-04-22

I got this CD From this site the song samble from wow Hits 2005 Than I hear the song called Sea of Faces listen 15 times a day. My Top 5 Songs That I Like

1.Sea of Faces 10/10 Is a good Gosble Rock Song and Power.
2. Not what you see 9/10 More Rock Than Worship Song Good Song
3. Treason 8/10 Rock song Some Screaming It is not to noticeable compair to the live from portland is terrible I like non Put Your Fist Up stuff gives you your own way of crazyness no screaming more vocalizing be a great song
4.Troubled Heart 9/10 Better than Live From Portland Concert is sounds more gourges rock sounding than Concerts.
5. All of Words 8/10 Is a good Rock Worship Song

Thats all Folks This CD IS A MUST BUY IS THE BEST KUTLESS CD I OWN ON THE KUTLESS MARKET.

Outstanding Album.......2007-04-08

This CD shows off the true talent that Kutless really has. I feel this is a must for any Kutless fan or music fan for that matter

Average customer rating: IT'S EWF. THE ALBUM IS GENIUS, OF COURSE.... FACES...Truly Progressive Soul EWF rocks!! For REAL EWF fans!!! The "forgotten" album/cd!

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Tracks:

1. Let Me Talk
2. Turn It Into Something Good
3. Pride
4. You
5. Sparkle
6. Back On The Road
7. Song In My Heart
8. You Went Away
9. And Love Goes On
10. Sailaway
11. Take It To The Sky
12. Win Or Lose
13. Share Your Love
14. In Time
15. Faces

Customer Reviews:

IT'S EWF. THE ALBUM IS GENIUS, OF COURSE...........2007-07-29

The album opens with "Let me talk">>>a very very cool opening tune with interesting words to go along. It runs right into the next tune, "Turn it into something Good">>>A very bright & beautiful song. Then, an even smoother segway into the brilliant "Pride">>>this song hits you hard and never lets up! The next tune is the sweet & smooth ballad "You". If you love "Love's Holiday", "Be Ever Wonderful", "Can't Hide Love" or "Wait", this tune will not grab your heart any less. "Sparkle" is the next brilliant song>>>comes as a gift from the same land called "Fantasy" (from All 'N All). A sweet ride. (pay close attention to the guitars on this one-Al is on the left speaker of your stereo & Johnny is on your right-this may be true with most EWF tunes, but this is one of the songs that really allows it to be heard a bit clearer). "Back on the Road" is awesome! There is obvious originality with the song. But, it sort of gives you an idea of what an EWF/JIMI HENDRIX collaboration would have sounded like! "Song In My Heart" just flows nicely & there goes those harmonies and amazing horns again-great! "You Went Away" is pretty heart breaking lyric wise, and I'm sure many would relate>>> Very nice ballad. "And Love Goes On" is a very intelligent up tempo love song. Ah, "Sailaway" is next>>>just sit back relax, listen & chill. "Take It To The sky" puts many a thought into your head and carries you to all sorts of areas. "Win Or Lose" has awesome guitar riffs & great string arrangements. "Share Your Love" is very positive/feel good tune. "In Time" grabs you and you'll want to hear it again! The finale & title track>>>>"FACES" is next>>>Let me tell you somethin'>>>the musicianship, timing, tempo, words & professionalism of this brilliant tune will blow your mind. Whenever you play it, you'll hear something you didn't hear before. Just as genius as>>"Zanzibar", "Spasmodic Movements", "Africano", "New World Symphony" or "Runnin'". If you only own "That's The Way Of The World", "Gratitude", "Spirit", "All 'N All", "Best Of" and "I Am", then, you're either NOT a true fan or have been living under a very large rock! You must own this album/CD!! "FACES>>>PLACES>>>RACES!!"

FACES...Truly Progressive Soul.......2007-07-11

Contrary to popular belief, FACES was NOT a decline in greatness or creativity for the elements; it is not any less of a classic than say, "That's the way of the World"; more often than not, the masses are lead and fed what is "deemed" popular and if a successful group or artist sees a decline in sales it is attributed to the artist and not the fickle fans or lack of promotion by the record company that would rather have assembly line hits.

Fans often want to dictate to or make artists conform to their idea of what direction they should go in after having enormous success. Certainly a band of this stature would not conform to any record company or fans who want to hear "I AM II" or a rehashing of "That's the way"...

So at this point in EWF successful career, a lot of world touring had been done; Faces was an appeal & statement to the masses worldwide for universal love; how could a record with that kind of message be a failure? EWF was making truly progressive Soul music.

FACES at first listen sounds very much like vintage EWF, but the speed and pace of the band at this point had gelled so perfectly, and those horns was sharper than ever.(Check the instrumental title track 'Faces') However, a lot of guest musicians,& added strings arrangements enhanced the sound to an almost 'airy lite' feeling. The same sound was beginning to surface toward the last few tracks on I AM, the previous release.

But if you listen closely you'll hear the vintage EWF, the kalimba interlude that brings in the hard driving 'Pride', just as powerful as 'Mighty Mighty'; the strong vocals of 'Reece' on 'Turn it into something good';the soaring falsetto of Phillip B. on 'Win or Lose' and the eclectic mix of styles that shows a group that was cutting edge, yet never compromising their root sound.

FACES was the culmination of the sounds EWF had been making all during the 70s; the progressive soul would continue with their next release RAISE!, that included their biggest hit 'Let's Groove', which returns to the hard driving Soul EWF has always been known for.

It's 'ALL N' ALL' GOOD.

EWF rocks!!.......2007-05-25

One of my favorite EWF works of all time - perhaps one of their most under rated albums ever! Love it!!

For REAL EWF fans!!!.......2007-03-18

Let me talk and say that this album(cd) is by far my favorite of all time. I was 12 when it came out. My dad was a musician and loved EWF. He took me to see them in 1978 and at 10 I was blown away by the music and the style. Then this came out. I still have my dad's album version, have bought the cd(an import only at the time) and just bought it on itunes, which FINALLY put it up, YES!!
I think everybody has that person that they know they would just be speechless to meet. I work in the radio industry and have met a lot of people too big to mention. Maurice White is my absolute hero. I don't know how I would react to meeting him. It's tragic what he is going thru physically, and I only wish the best for him.
To this album...the last 26 years has afforded the ability to have a different favorite at one time or another. And Love Goes On was the first fav, then You, cuz it applied to me at the time, then You Went Away, for the same reason(same girl, lol).
But right now, it's easily the title track. God, when I wanna take in a real percussive/brass jam, you can't do much better!
I think for the reasons previously stated, the album didn't do well. That shouldn't and doesn't take away the absolute need for someone to have Faces. If you just like EWF or just like music, GET THIS!!

The "forgotten" album/cd!.......2007-03-14

This is the best EWF CD ever! Uptempo, peppy, the BEST horn licks (song, Let me Talk!) and Maurice and Phillip working it out on vocals!! This was a double album that had no charting songs or hits but wow was it the best listening experience. Did radio miss this one? In their live show none of these songs were ever performed....wonder why? Disco was dying when this was released maybe no chances were taken to explore it. First song to the last....LOVE IT! The best band ever, a cut above the rest. Even though Maurice doesn't tour with them today, he is missed.....sorry Phil can't handle all the material and the group has dwindled. Favorites: "In Time" "Back on the Road" "Turn it into Something Good" "Song in my Heart".
A must have for any EWF fan!

Average customer rating: Keep it slow, ladies... Sounds of a still recent past Wack in '94. . .Still Wack in `06 Changing Faces Need 2 Change Topics Changing Faces

Changing Faces Changing Faces Manufacturer: Big Beat / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | R&B General | R&B | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | R&B General | R&B | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Dance & DJ | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 R&B | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: All Day, All Night Surrender Jade to the Max Visit Me From the Bottom Up ASIN: B0000000ZW Release Date: 1994-08-23

Tracks:

1. Stroke You Up
2. Foolin' Around
3. Lovin' Ya Boy
4. One Of Those Things
5. Keep It Right There
6. Am I Wasting My Time
7. Feeling All This Love
8. Thoughts Of You
9. Come Closer
10. Baby Your Love
11. Movin' On
12. Good Thing
13. All Is Not Gone

Customer Reviews:

Keep it slow, ladies... .......2007-02-28

This album was released during an era where slow jams were in and giving up-tempo R&B flavor a try was also in. Like many of their counterparts during that time, the pretty ladies of Changing Faces needed to realize their strength in ballads and avoided trying any up-tempo material. However, there are a couple of good tunes on this album, particularly the slow jam, "All Is Not Gone", where sorrow and regret serves as a theme for a song that was definitely written with the intent of winning over ones with heartbreaks in their history. R. Kelly-produced hit "Stroke You Up" was a radio smash, but the lyrics weren't exactly poetic or articulate. But, it's still a popular track that may bring back some old school nostalgia for some of you.

Sounds of a still recent past.......2006-09-27

Even if i've loved their last album more than the previous two, this has been a good start for these singers. Obviously, while you're listening to these musical arrangements you can easily guess the period when the album has been released. But considering what kind of disks we found currently on the shelfs of the music stores, i truly can't say that Changing Faces deserves some of the very negative reviews that i've read here. I disagree about every comment not strictly related to the artistic contents, because i think that this is the main problem of the modern music low quality. We often forget that the best judge for music are our ears, not our eyes...

Wack in '94. . .Still Wack in `06.......2006-04-29

In high school "Stroke You Up" was the jam, so I went downtown and bought the cassette. Let me tell you something: It took me 2 days to listen to it because it was utterly boring. Even "Stroke You Up" became unbearable to listen to. No funk, no groove- just lukewarm soul. That was the first *and* the last time I listened to "Changing Faces." The two chicks who made up "Changing Faces" had airy, monotonous vocals- no edge to their voices at all. Even the album cover looked boring. These chicks had no style or any type of pizzazz at all. Skip this at all costs and get Zhane.

Changing Faces Need 2 Change Topics.......2005-10-18

Wow R. Kelly really influnced so many artists throughout the early 90s Sex Craze. Every song on the radio was about sex and I found that to be very irritating. Stroke You Up is one of those songs that pushed the (RIAA) limits that had every adolescent girl singing about something she'd probably never done before. I find it sad that people listen to this mess and actually enjoy it. Even though the album is quite old now that dont take away the fact this album is still garbage years later. People really need to find something worth spending money on besides pointless silly immature songs like the one's found throughout this whole entire album. Nothing on her is enjoyable, just a bunch of watered down medicore R&B songs with bad writing that some record producer through together in about 10 minutes time. If that is R&B music then maybe I need to find a different gerne. Skip this if you're into Old School R&B Music.

Changing Faces.......2005-09-24

I remember this debut album. I love that song Stroke U Up. That was the slow jam. On this album,The duo's vocal performances reasurred the audience that '90s R&B can be smooth as ever. The songs speak about romance and heartbreak. This album truly favor mid-tempo music. This album has been certified Gold. Remember,this was 1994-1995. I love the videos by the way.

Average customer rating: Wow, I guess I'm the loner here... Everything Sondre Sondre All Grown Up Phantom Punch Sondre Lerche really rocks out on this album!!

Phantom Punch Sondre Lerche and the Faces Down Manufacturer: Astralwerks ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Chamber Pop | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Norway | Scandinavia | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Duper Sessions Pocket Symphony The Reminder The Good, the Bad & the Queen Faces Down ASIN: B000KRN66S Release Date: 2007-02-06

Tracks:

1. Airport Taxi Reception
2. The Tape
3. Say It All
4. Phantom Punch
5. Tragic Mirror
6. Face The Blood
7. John, Let Me Go
8. Well Well Well
9. After All
10. She's Fantastic
11. Happy Birthday Girl

Amazon.com

As with jazz-oriented departure Duper Sessions, Phantom Punch is a group effort. Sure, Norway's favorite son is still at the center of the action, but his fourth is billed as Sondre Lerche and the Faces Down. In other words, this isn't a singer/songwriter affair, but rather Lerche (vocals, guitar), Ole Ludvig Krüger (drums), Morten Skage (bass, percussion), and Kato Ådland (guitar, keyboards) on power-pop pills. (Inara George from the Bird and the Bee contributes backing vocals.) While the album isn't a complete change of pace, it does represent a shift into slightly harder-edged territory. Like shoes that haven't been broken in yet, the results are mostly successful (they look sharp, but pinch a bit). Lerche has never denied a debt to tour mate Elvis Costello, but now he's sounding a little like Costello's pals in Squeeze, surely one of the most tuneful acts to emerge from the new wave era. If Phantom Punch has a flaw, it's that Lerche's hooks aren't as pointed as they could be, a problem with his work since auspicious debut Faces Down. Granted, it isn't a major matter, and beautifully sung numbers like "Say It All" and "John, Let Me Go" are among his best. But he hasn't yet drafted a ditty as memorable as, say, "Pulling Mussels (From the Shell)," and there's no doubt he's got the talent to do it. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

Customer Reviews:

Wow, I guess I'm the loner here..........2007-07-02

...but I hate this CD! I love Sondre's first two CDs because the words and the instrumentation were so unusual and interesting. I do enjoy the Sessions Jazz CD, so it's not like I hate change and experimentation. But I think I'm disappointed because the change in sound is SO drastic that it sounds nothing like him. Instead it sounds like something any guitar-driven band could do.

I wish someone would have warned me (more bluntly I guess) that just because I liked his previous work does not mean I'll like this one.

Everything Sondre.......2007-06-27

Being a musician, a DJ, and a music critic, I've had a chance to hear Sondre's previous work. He went from pure singer-songwriter, to jazz musician, to now rocker. This record, "Phantom Punch", seems to combine all of these elements into one. At times, he even seems to go back to an earlier time of catchy guitar riffs and a definite connection between musicians. I'm sure we have that now, but listen to "John Let Me Go" and you'll hear exactly what I mean. For a more stripped back feel, reminiscent of Sondre's first CD years ago, check out "Tragic Mirror". The first song I heard from this record was his single "Phantom Punch", which still stands out in my mind as perfection.

If you have ever been a fan of Sondre Lerche, buy this album. If you have never heard him, listen, and then buy this album.

Sondre All Grown Up.......2007-03-10

Sondre Lerche's fourth LP release is a refreshing departure from his earlier work: it's more frenetic and upbeat, experimenting with Latin American-flavored twists and yet still maintaining a definitively "indie rock" label, more so than the sweet-sounding pop melodies of Two Way Monologue and Faces Down (and obviously more so than the jazzy Duper Sessions). There is a revitalizing energy to Phantom Punch that assures the listener that Sondre refuses to box himself into any one category, always experimenting with different types of music without losing that distinctive and wholly original appeal.

"Airport Taxi Reception," "The Tape," "Phantom Punch," and "Face the Blood" are the songs that will get fans tapping their feet and heads along with some truly ear-catching hooks and Franz Ferdinand-inspired riffs. "Say It All," "Tragic Mirror," "Well Well Well," and "After All" are more representative of classic Sondre, and yet there is an air of maturity there that has replaced the sweet but naively innocent impression of earlier albums.

Hardcore fans will recognize the third incarnation of former B-Side "John, Let Me Go" that has cropped up on several EPs over the years in both acoustic and electric form. This time, it's even more pumped up, with a longer, more energized bridge that incorporates some great harmonica work.

Suffice to say, if you're a Sondre fan, you will adore this album as always. If you're new to Sondre, this album is far more mainstream-geared than any prior album and is an excellent introduction into the the ouvre of this phenomenally talented singer and songwriter.

Phantom Punch.......2007-02-21

Sondre's fourth album "Phantom Punch" is just that: punchy. It's way more upbeat and frenetic and LOUD than his previous work. It's especially LOUDER than the superb Duper Sessions, which I absolutely loved.

His softer singer/songwriter style that was on display in his first two albums still shines through on a few tracks. Thankfully, his very distinct voice is there throughout.

But, be warned, this is a bit of a departure from his previous efforts. That said, it's still way better than 90% of the other CD's you could be buying. I'm not a fan of the louder Sondre, but it grows on me with each repeat listening. He's still a superb, relatively unknown, artist.

Sondre Lerche really rocks out on this album!!.......2007-02-20

All I have to say is that this album was amazing. Completley different from anything he has done in his past albums. Loved the title song out of all. If you want to hear another side of Sondre then this is it!!!

Average customer rating: Too monotonous The beautiful soundtrack of a beautiful movie from Barbra! Beautiful Score Fraudulent A wonderful relaxing albumn

The Mirror Has Two Faces: Music From The Motion Picture Marvin Hamlisch Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Contemporary | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Classic Vocalists | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music 1990s | By Decade | Soundtracks | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Vocal Pop | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Vocal Pop | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Oldies | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classic Vocalists | Broadway & Vocalists | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classic Vocalists | Broadway & Vocalists | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Broadway & Vocalists | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Soundtracks | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Mirror Has Two Faces The Prince Of Tides: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack The Way We Were: Original Soundtrack Recording Barbra Joan Streisand Dying Young: Original Soundtrack Album ASIN: B000002BRX Release Date: 1996-11-12

Tracks:

1. Main Title/In Questa Reggia
2. Got Any Scotch?
3. An Ad?
4. In A Sentimental Mood
5. Rose Sees Greg
6. Alex Hurts Rose
7. The Dating Montage
8. My Intentions?
9. You Picked Me!
10. A Funny Kind Of Proposal
11. Picnic In The Park
12. Greg Falls For Rose
13. Try A Little Tenderness - David Sanborn
14. The Mirror
15. Going Back To Mom
16. Rocking In The Chair
17. The Power Inside Of Me - Richard Marx
18. Rose Leaves Greg
19. Ruby
20. Rose Dumps Alex
21. Greg Claims Rose
22. The Apology/Nessun Dorma - Luciano Pavarotti
23. I Finally Found Someone - Barbra Streisand, Bryan Adams
24. All Of My Life - Barbra Streisand

Amazon.com

Marvin Hamlisch's lightweight score and overworked title theme dominates this orchestral original soundtrack for Barbra Streisand's poorly-received romantic comedy. Babs and Bry (Adams) go through the motions on "I Finally Found Someone," while the Streisand-crooned "All of My Life" and Richard Marx's "The Power Inside of Me" are likely sequels. --Jeff Bateman

Customer Reviews:

Too monotonous.......2006-11-06

Unfortunately I was disappointed in this CD as I did not remember that there were practically no lyrics to any of the music that was played throughout the movie.

The beautiful soundtrack of a beautiful movie from Barbra!.......2006-08-05

This soundtrack contains lovely themes by Marvin Hamlisch and Barbra Streisand and it is very lush, as expected. Barbra needed to record only two songs for this release, but they are so good they are enough. Her hit duet with Bryan Adams is a great love ballad and the other song ''All Of My Life'' has similar music with a different lyric by Alan & Marilyn Bergman (not a surprising phenomenon). The music score is very sentimental, but because of the fact that it's a little repetitive, it would come to be boring, if there wasn't the Richard Marx recording somewhere between. It also has a theme from David Sanborn and the closing of Luciano Pavarotti's classic ''Nessun Dorma''. For those who adore Barbra Streisand or music scores or both, highly recommended.

Beautiful Score.......2005-11-18

The Mirror has Two Faces is one of my favorite movies (within the top 10-15) and I found myself watching it for the zillionth time, and I was humming along with the score, bobbing my head, etc. I realized how intricately the music is woven into the fabric of the film. I decided to buy the sountrack, and I love it. It's the perfect studying music, relaxing music, romantic music. Upon playing the songs, I could see the corresponding scenes in my head. That's how well the songs mirror (no pun intended) the action in the film.

I give the sountrack 4 stars just because some of the songs are quite short. I was looking forward to the full version of Nessun Dorma but was disappointed about that (so I still have to purchase Pavorotti). But that's no big deal.

If you enjoyed the score in the film, you'll enjoy this CD.

Fraudulent.......2004-11-03

Imagine buying this CD after seeing "The Mirror has Two Faces" fully expecting the SOUNDTRACK music to the movie, and reading overall great reviews on Amazon. Imagine the shock of receiving the CD and the surprise of hearing 20 brief cuts of plain instrumental music out of the 24 cuts - The remaining 4 cuts contained very short lines of verse. Perhaps Barbara, with her tremendous unlimited wealth, felt she would be giving away a "free album" to the masses if the soundtrack contained the vocals in the film. Shameless misrepresentation.

A wonderful relaxing albumn.......2004-02-03

I first saw this picture and then got the CD. I think the music is magical. The music is soothing, relaxing and very romantic. I have hundreds of CDs, but this one is exceptional. I also thought the picture was cute. This CD is really more a musical soundtrack rather than a vocal soundtrack.

Average customer rating: Arguably Britain's 2nd Finest This does look appetizing, but...... "Pounding Beat & Savage Music!" Why don't you own this already?????? Most underrated Brit group ever

Collectors' Guide to Rare British Birds The Birds Manufacturer: Polygram Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music British Invasion | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Tomorrow Revolution Reflections Our Music Is Red - With Purple Flashes About Time! Definitive Mod-Pop Collection 1966-68 ASIN: B0000258YW Release Date: 2004-09-24

Tracks:

1. You're On My Mind
2. You Don't Love Me(You Don't Care)
3. Leaving Here
4. Next In Live
5. No Good Without You Baby
6. How Can It Be
7. You're On My Mind(Original Demo)
8. Say Those Magic Words
9. Daddy Daddy
10. Run Run Run
11. Good Times
12. Say Those Magic Words
13. Daddy Daddy
14. La Poupee Qui Fait Non
15. Run Run Run
16. Daddy Daddy
17. Granny Rides Again

Album Description

18-track compilation of all the singles, the first demos, unreleased recordings, alternate versions & backing tracks by '60s outfit featuring Ron Wood & The Creation's Kim Gardner. Includes Wood's first recordings! Comes packaged in a standard jewel case within a full color slipcase. The full title is 'The Collector's Guide To Rare British Birds'. Universal.

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Arguably Britain's 2nd Finest.......2006-03-26

If, like me, you happen to live in an alternate universe where The Stones circa '63-'66 were Britain's premier contributors to the Rock 'n' Roll pantheon and those other four guys were just quaint showbiz hacks, then you're 3/4 of the way there to digging the raw, bombastic blast of The Birds. These guys truly rocked.

It really annoys me when people keep citing the fact that Ronnie Wood played with them as if that alone is the reason for paying The Birds any attention. The truth is, in terms of aural sex and violence, non of the UK bands from the mid-'60s could compete, not even the mighty Who.

This disk represents an opportunity to savour one of the top Freakbeat outfits of the day and marvel how in hell they languished in obscurity for as long as they did (probably still do). Well, the majority's loss is our gain since the average clod would probably be way too uncultured to appreciate the 3-chord snarl and splendour of our favourite London lads. Musically, they had their roots in American soul music, R 'n' B, Bo Diddley etc like pretty much everyone in Britain back then but rather than follow the formula slavishly, they cranked up the hostility and aggression way up to ten to produce something suitably unrecognizable from the original. Cream of the crop is "Daddy Daddy" a bizzare tale involving a group of children being left somewhere surrounded by horrible people which ends up dissolving into fuzztone freeform madness towards the end. And lo and behold! The alternate version called "Daddy Daddy Daddy" is even more deranged!

Sonically, the disc is impressive. I have much of the material on vinyl (a compilation called "The Birds" recently came out on vinyl and I'd advise everyone to get hold of a copy) and while it's true that the CD does not capture lower-end frequencies and bass as well as the LP, it's still a searing effort. You can really feel the hate and blinding intensity in those guitars. Full marks for the digital mastering and for a change, it's one CD that I can honestly recommend to anyone who's turntable-less

The '64 - '66 era was Britain's finest hour, at least musically. And The Birds were part of the whole thing nesting comfortably against other tough white R 'n' B outfits like the Pretty Things, The Small Faces and The Who. These recordings will appeal to all those who pine for the days when Rock 'n' Roll was crude and "dumb", before psychadelia reared it's ugly snout and put dangerous ideas about "good musicianship" into the fragile minds of all those impressionable Mod hoodlums

This does look appetizing, but.............2005-11-27

I would probably buy this one in a heartbeat as I throughly enjoyed the cover of "No Good Without You Baby". So much rage on that track, and they do a good version of "Leaving Here" too; just as good as Motorhead's version. However, There is one song not included here, and that's a shame because I would like to hear more of it instead of a 30 second clip from the movie "The Deadly Bees". The song was called "That's All I Need For You"; it's a snarler, and unfortunately, it's not here, and I wonder if I'll ever hear the whole song. Other than that this looks good.

"Pounding Beat & Savage Music!" .......2005-06-08

The Birds are more than just a historical curiosity - Ron Wood's first serious band before leaving the nest in January 1967 for superstardom with The Jeff Beck Group/Faces/& for the past 30 years, The Rolling Stones. Kim Gardner - later of Creation, was also a founding member. The group's output was rather slim - they recorded 3 singles for Decca in 1964-65, beginning with Wood's "You're On My Mind," b/w a primal, incendiary version of Bo Diddley's "You Don't Love Me," (issued November 1964). This was followed by the oft-covered (but never better than here) Motown fave "Leaving Here" (which Ron revisisted on his 2001 solo cd, "Not For Beginners") backed with another Wood original, "Next In Line." These tracks show just why the Yardbirds occasionally used Ron Wood to fill in when Keith Relf was ailing - his slashing guitar and energetic harmonica would add to any rave-up, even though (amazingly) he was only 17 years old (and 19 when he left to join the Beck Group)! The Birds' third single represents a massive leap forward in terms of sheer raw power and authority. "No Good Without You" (another early Motown gem, but the Birds make it their own) and especially Wood's "How Can It Be," are astonishing: bassist Kim Gardner and drummer Pete McDaniel provide a dense bottom to vocalist Ali Mackenzie's undeniable charisma and Wood's (abetted by second guitarist Tony Munroe)remarkable guitar - exquisitely deployed sheer sonic filth, chunky, slashing, sputtering shrapnel in every direction, all seemingly improvised (within the songs' framework) but in fact great excercises in tension and dynamics. These tracks are as viscerally powerful as any the Kinks/Who/Small Faces were issuing at the time, and reward repeat listens with an array of cool details. And lest we forget, vocalist Ali Mackenzie (who shoulda been a contender...) projects punk attitude and absolute confidence without any excessive mannerisms or even a whiff of self-indulgence. Just as the Birds were improving with each new release, and gaining a devoted following for their live shows, the group left Decca to sign with Robert Stigwood's new Reaction label in late '65. Various factors (including the sudden superstardom of the US Byrds, who made a very successful British debut), prevented the Reaction debut single from coming out 'til 11 months after its predecessor, destroying what momentum had been developed. "Say Those Magic Words" is a driving, splendidly melodic rocker, but once again it's the Wood/Munroe b-side, "Daddy Daddy" that displays the remarkable and ongoing musical growth: at over 4 minutes, 'Daddy...' has an unusual lyric and unconventional structure, verging on the garage/psych around the halfway mark when, switching musical gears, they move into a dense instrumental section with darkly relentless guitar interplay and pummeling rhythm.
And that, for the time being, was that - the group made an appearence in "The Deadly Bees," ('67) - a very cool-sounding Wood song that unfortunately only exists in fragmentary form on the film's track, so it's included here as a coda complete with the actors' dialogue over the band's performance (in the film, the Birds appear on TV while the characters go about their business). I certainly hope a master for this marvelous rocker is eventually unearthed and released! The rest of this set gathers some terrific unreleased material, including a cancelled Reaction single, the fine pop-soul-rocker, "Good Times" and two versions of Pete Townshend's "Run Run Run" that outrun the Who's; more quite worthy alternate versions of previously mentioned tracks; the group's very first (June '64) demo of "You're On My Mind"/"You Don't Love Me", warmer and bluesier, if less intense, than the debut single. The most recent song is a late '66 Wood track, "Granny Rides Again," that Ali Mackenzie completed as the band fell apart, in early '67 - their jauntiest yet (and featuring horns), reminiscent of some of Creation's circa '68 tracks, but the relieable rock-solid bottom & thick/crunchy sound that characterized Wood's playing during the period. This terrific set comes with a booklet featuring period photos and memorabilia and a decent history of the band, housed in a nice slipcase. Is there more material in the vaults? I hope so, & that as great as this Deram comp is, additional tracks will be recovered. One final minor complaint: I don't like Jon Astley's work w/ the Who catalog, & I hope he isn't once again the remastering engineer if that next, REALLY definitive Birds set is released - and why not? There still has yet to be ANY US cd of this great group's work, despite Wood's subsequent stardom and the raw power of this music. Bob Irwin (of Sundazed), are you listening??? But for now, if you like the primal energy of early Who/Kinks/Small Faces, or just superfine rock 'n' roll, or if you became aware of Ron Wood through his fine work with Faces or the Rolling Stones, this collection will surprise you and rock your socks off. PLAY LOUD!

Why don't you own this already??????.......2004-07-13

I was amazed by how good this compilation was!! Anybody who likes sixties british invasion/garage will enjoy this cd!Ron Wood(faces,stones) & Kim Gardner(the creation)are in this band. They are too good to be as unknown as they are. I would love to have their stuff on vinyl someday, but damn...it's so expensive. Heh, I'm watching......

Most underrated Brit group ever.......2003-08-12

Every once in a while you buy a CD, never having heard the group before and hoping that it will contain at least a couple decent songs. This was one of those rare CD's that is packed with excellent songs. Any fan of rare 60's Brit R&B must buy this CD. It is without a doubt a musical investment that you will never regret.

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Ogden's Nut Gone Flake The Small Faces Manufacturer: ABKCO ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music British Invasion | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Pop | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Small Faces S.F. Sorrow 35th Anniversary A Nod is As Good As a Wink to a Blind Horse Tomorrow ASIN: B0009WFDR4 Release Date: 2005-08-01

Tracks:

1. Ogden's Nut Gone Flake
2. Afterglow (Of Your Love)
3. Long Agos and Worlds Apart
4. Rene
5. Song of a Baker
6. Lazy Sunday
7. Happiness Stan
8. Rollin' Over
9. Hungry Intruder
10. Journey
11. Mad John
12. Happy Days Toy Town
13. Tin Soldier [Live][*]

Album Description

Remastered 1997 reissue, repackaged with new liner notes byauthor Paolo Hewitt (Oasis, Jam), of their second album.A #1 album in the U.K. when first released in 1968, itfeatures a circular CD booklet (replicating the original LP)& is pressed on a full color picture CD. Contains 12 tracks,including 'Lazy Sunday', 'Long Ago And Worlds Apart' and'Ogden's Nut Gone Flake'. A Castle release.

Album Details

Digitally Remastered Edition of the Small Faces' UK Chart-topping Masterpiece from 1968. Its Mix of Soulful Rock on the First Side and More Psychedelic Material on Side Two (Intertwined with Stanley Unwin's Nonsensical Story-telling!) Made Superstars of Messrs Marriott, Lane, Mclagan and Jones - and also Broke them in the States. It Included the Hits 'lazy Sunday' and 'afterglow' and Now Ranks as One of the Greatest Rock Albums of all Time. In Packaging/Aesthetic Terms, Ogden's was Pure Marketing Genius. Instead of a Standard Record Cover, the Album was Housed in a Circular, Multiple Foldout Cover Using Images Based around the Tobacco Theme of the Title.

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