Rhian Benson is a new African/British artist with a distinctive mix of R&B/soul, jazz and reggae.
"One of today's brightest new prospectsmold-breaking music straight from the soul' says USA Today; Oprah Magazine calls her 'simply celestial' and Vibe Magazine describes her music as 'a unique blend'.
Singer, songwriter, musician and producer, Rhian Benson has a fascinating story to tell. Born in Ghana, West Africa, she grew up surrounded by music. Her father, from the Ashanti tribe of Ghana- is a guitarist; her mother, from Wales in Great Britain- is a singer and her grandfather led a big band in the '50s and '60s. Rhian took up the piano while a child and has been writing songs and poetry her whole life. Now a resident of Los Angeles, she also lived in India and England while growing up and studied at the London School of Economics and Harvard University.
Gold Coast, her debut album is already receiving critical acclaim from publications as varied as the Los Angeles Times, Performing Songwriter, Honey and Billboard. All songs on Gold Coast were written by Rhian and composed by her on guitar and keyboards. In addition, Rhian co-produced the album along with Grammy Award-winning producers James Poyser (Lauryn Hill, The Roots, Jill Scott) and Bob Power (D'Angelo, Tribe Called Quest, Me' Shell Ndegocello).
Gold Coast,Rhian Benson,Top Sail Productions,Contemporary R&B,Pop,R&B,Sophisti-Pop,Soul,Soul/R & B,Soul/Reggae/Rhythm & Blues
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Gold Coast
Rhian Benson Manufacturer: Top Sail Productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000CF340 Release Date: 2003-10-07 |
Tracks:
- Words Hurt Too
- Say How I Feel
- Stealing My Peace Of Mind
- Soul Boy
- Shake It Away
- Invincible
- The One
- Sing To A Child
- I'm In a Bind
- Gold Sky
- Freedom Song
- Young Girl
- Spirit
Album Description
Rhian Benson is a new African/British artist with a distinctive mix of R&B/soul, jazz and reggae."One of today's brightest new prospectsmold-breaking music straight from the soul' says USA Today; Oprah Magazine calls her 'simply celestial' and Vibe Magazine describes her music as 'a unique blend'.
Singer, songwriter, musician and producer, Rhian Benson has a fascinating story to tell. Born in Ghana, West Africa, she grew up surrounded by music. Her father, from the Ashanti tribe of Ghana- is a guitarist; her mother, from Wales in Great Britain- is a singer and her grandfather led a big band in the '50s and '60s. Rhian took up the piano while a child and has been writing songs and poetry her whole life. Now a resident of Los Angeles, she also lived in India and England while growing up and studied at the London School of Economics and Harvard University.
Gold Coast, her debut album is already receiving critical acclaim from publications as varied as the Los Angeles Times, Performing Songwriter, Honey and Billboard. All songs on Gold Coast were written by Rhian and composed by her on guitar and keyboards. In addition, Rhian co-produced the album along with Grammy Award-winning producers James Poyser (Lauryn Hill, The Roots, Jill Scott) and Bob Power (D'Angelo, Tribe Called Quest, Me' Shell Ndegocello).
Album Description
Multi-faceted debut album from the African/British artist is a unique blend of R&B/soul, jazz, & reggae. Digipak. DKG. 2003.Customer Reviews:
Someone Please Put Sade on Notice.......2007-05-01
SEDUCING!!.......2007-04-27
This is a really good CD.......2006-08-06
Excellent chilled out album.......2006-08-01
Brilliant Golden Coast.......2006-07-03
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Hip Hop: Gold
Various Artists Manufacturer: Hip-O Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000F5WNSC Release Date: 2006-04-25 |
Tracks:
- Rapper's Delight [Short 12" Version] - The Sugarhill Gang
- Breaks - Kurtis Blow
- Planet Rock - Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force, Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force, Soul Sonic Force,
- Message [Clean Single Version] - Duke Bootee, Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five, Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five, Melle Mel
- It's Tricky - Run-D.M.C.,
- Wild Wild West - Kool Moe Dee
- It Takes Two - Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock,
- Follow the Leader - Eric B. & Rakim
- Strictly Business - EPMD
- I'm Your Pusher - Ice-T,
- Buddy [Native Tongue Decision Version] - De La Soul, Jungle Brothers, Monie Love, Phife, Q-Tip, , Queen Latifah
- Looking at the Front Door - Main Source
- Summertime - DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince
- O.P.P. - Naughty by Nature, Naughty by Nature
Tracks:
- Pop Goes the Weasel [Album Version] - 3rd Bass
- Choice Is Yours (Revisited) - Black Sheep
- Sometimes I Rhyme Slow - Nice & Smooth
- Tennessee - Arrested Development
- Take It Personal - Gang Starr, Gangstarr
- Passin' Me By - The Pharcyde
- Rump Shaker [Radio Mix] - Wreckx-N-Effect,
- Slam [Album Version] - Onyx
- U.N.I.T.Y. [Clean Version][Version] - Queen Latifah
- Getto Jam - Domino
- Regulate - Nate Dogg, Warren G, Warren G
- Tha Crossroads - Bone Thugs-N-Harmony,
- He Got Game [Radio Edit] - Public Enemy, Stephen Stills
- Superthug (What, What) - Noreaga
- Light - Common
- Six Days [Remix] - DJ Shadow, Mos Def
- Seed (2.0) [Radio Version] - Cody ChesnuTT, Cody ChesnuTT, Roots
- Hey Mama [Radio Version] - Black Eyed Peas
Customer Reviews:
Decent Starter Set for the Hip Hop Novice--.......2006-10-12
Casual or new hip-hop fans will find this compilation satisfactory-- dedicated listeners who are fans of specific artists are best advised to seek out their greatest hits/best of sets (if available).
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Blues In Time
Gerry Mulligan & Paul Desmond Manufacturer: Mobile Fidelity ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000000IUI Release Date: 1995-10-17 |
Tracks:
- Blues In Time
- Body And Soul
- Stand Still
- Lines For Lyons
- Wintersong
- Battle Hym Of The Republican
- Fall Out
Customer Reviews:
Too marvelous for words.......2004-04-15
This album is a gem and remains one of my favorites after some 40 years. The playing never gets stale or ages. Do yourself a favor and buy this CD. If you are a true jazz fan, you won't be sorry!
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Platinum & Gold Collection
DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince Manufacturer: Jive ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000AQS0V Release Date: 2003-09-09 |
Tracks:
- Parents Just Don't Understand
- Nightmare on My Street
- Summertime
- Boom! Shake the Room
- Girls Ain't Nothing But Trouble [1988 Extended Remix]
- I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson
- I'm All That
- He's the D.J., I'm the Rapper
- Too Damn Hype
- Pump Up the Bass
- Rock the House
- Just One of Those Days
Customer Reviews:
Old Schooltacular.......2004-04-25
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Gold
Eric B. & Rakim Manufacturer: Hip-O Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0009NZ3Y6 Release Date: 2005-06-14 |
Tracks:
- Eric B. Is President
- I Know You Got Soul
- I Ain't No Joke
- Paid In Full
- My Melody
- Follow The Leader
- Microphone Fiend
- Lyrics Of Fury
- Put Your Hands Together
- The R
Tracks:
- Let The Rhythm Hit 'Em
- No Omega
- In The Ghetto
- Run For Cover
- Mahogany
- What's On Your Mind (House Party II Rap Theme)
- Rest Assured
- What's Going On
- Juice (Know The Ledge)
- Casualties Of War
- Don't Sweat The Technique
Customer Reviews:
Great Introduction to Eric B & Rakim for beginners...........2007-04-26
Capital Funkitude.......2006-10-03
This could become my favorite album of all time with one more listening.
The Best Compilation of Eric B. and Rakim.......2005-08-21
"Eric B is on the cut, no mistakes allowed"!!.......2005-08-17
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Reggae Gold 1997
Various Artists Manufacturer: Vp Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000001TO4 Release Date: 1997-05-27 |
Tracks:
- If Jah - Tony Rebel
- Healing - Lady Shaw & Beenie Man
- Put Down The Weapon - Capleton & Yami Bolo
- Yuh Nuh Ready Fi Dis Yet - Tanya Stephens
- Worthless B Woy - Bounty Killer
- Pure Gal - Scare Dem Crew
- Don't Ask My Neighbor - Benjy Myaz
- Rubbers - Frisco Kid
- Romie - Beenie Man
- Love Sponge - Buju Banton
- Ghetto People Song - Everton Blender
- Callon The Father - Beres Hammond
- Fudgie - Goofy
- Mission Impossible - The Taxi Gang
- Girls Dem Sugar (Remix) - Bennie Man
Customer Reviews:
THE BEST OF THE BEST R.G HANDS DOWN!!!!!!.......2007-07-16
RESPECT
dancehall classic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2004-04-20
Reggae Gold like no other.........Classic !.......2000-04-17
Get it!
amazing.......2000-02-28
reggae gold 1997.......2000-02-07
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Take Five
Dave Brubeck Manufacturer: Vipers Nest Gold ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000002XQU Release Date: 1995-04-04 |
Tracks:
- I'm In A Dancing Mood
- Two Part Contention
- The Duke
- Take The A Train
- Gone With The Wind
- Lonesome Road
- Take The A Train
- Eleven Four
- Take Five
- Blue Rondo Ala Turk
Customer Reviews:
Only one reviewer here who actually heard this CD except for "moi".......2007-04-20
Take Five?.......2007-01-14
With great Brubeck out there, like the Carnegie Hall concert, there is absolutely no reason to waste money on this tepid rendering.
Take Five.......2001-12-08
Paul Desmond Not On It.......2000-06-19
Best jazz album ever.......2000-01-20
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The Beavis And Butt-Head Experience
Various Artists Manufacturer: Geffen Gold Line Sp. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000000P14 Release Date: 1996-03-19 |
Tracks:
- I Hate Myself And Want To Die - Nirvana
- Looking Down The Barrel Of A Gun - Anthrax
- Come To Butt-head - Beavis And Butt-head
- 99 Ways To Die - Megadeth
- Bounce - Run DMC
- Deuces Are Wild - Aerosmith
- I Am Hell - White Zombie
- Poetry And Prose - Primus
- Monsta Mack - Sir Mix-A-Lot
- Search And Destroy - Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Mental *@%#! - Jackyl
- I Got You Babe - Cher With Beavis And Butt-head
Customer Reviews:
Worst Crap Ever Thought Up!.......2007-05-16
who ever came up with and everyone who had anything to do with getting it put on the air and published, ought to feel ashamed of themselves for their negative contribution to the social degregation of our children, who are now almost grown and ready to live what they learned1
heh heh heh huh huh huh........this friggin RULES!.......2006-02-19
BEAVIS AND BUTTHEAD CAN STILL PISS OFF MOM!.......2005-10-03
Plus its got BEAVIS AND BUTTHEAD on it! Why they ever left TV is beyond me. I used to love watching videos with them on Mtv. I think pop culture lived a little in the nineties due to these guys, it's dead again. But we shall remember it HERE with this rockpacked collection of ROCK!
NIRVANA hate myself and want to die, very awesome.
ANTHRAX doing Beastie Boys Looking down the barrel of a gun (rips)
CHER and BEAVIS AND BUTTHEAD sing I GOT YOU BABE
AEROSMITH does DEUCES ARE WILD, a very cool outake from their PUMP album. Now don't forget MEGADETH, CHILI PEPPERS, WHITE ZOMBIE (before he was just Rob Zombie) and stuff you may not recognize like JACKYL and if you are younger than 17 you may never heard of RUN DMC.
I bought this thing when I was 10 years old and pissed my mom off immensly, you can find this used. DO THE SAME!
Beavis and Butt-head Experience.......2004-12-21
1. Nirvana- I Hate Myself 5/5
2. Anthrax- Looking Down the Barrel of a Gun 4/5
3. Beavis and Butt-head- Come to Butt-head 5/5 (FUNNY!)
4. Megadeth- 99 Ways to Die 5/5
5. Run DMC- Bounce 3/5
6. Aerosmith- Deuces are Wild 10000000/5 (the greatest song I've ever heard!!!!)
7. White Zombie- I am Hell 4/5
8. Primus- Poetry and Prose 4/5 (Funny)
9. Red Hot Chili Peppers- Search and Destroy 4/5
10.Sir Mix-Alot- Monsta Mack 5/5
11.Jackyl- Mental Masturbation 5/5
12.Cher with Beavis and Butt-head- I Got You Babe 5/5 (HILARIOUS!!!!!)
then at the end they play Come to Butt-head again, but a rapper named Positive is singin with them.
This is one of the greatest albums I own, you should deffinatley buy it!
I heard 1 track..........2004-08-19
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Art Pepper Meets the Rhythm Section
Art Pepper Manufacturer: Analogue Productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000001PE4 Release Date: 2001-02-13 |
Tracks:
- You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
- Red Pepper Blues
- Imagination
- Waltz Me Blues
- Straight Life
- Jazz Me Blues
- Tin Tin Deo
- Star Eyes
- Birks Works
Amazon.com Music Reviews
The rhythm section in question here belonged to Miles Davis in Los Angeles, one fine day in January 1957. Pepper had made a name for himself in Stan Kenton's band, but this was really the first time he found himself in the studio with a rhythm section such as Red Garland, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones. In his fascinating biography, Straight Life, Pepper tells the story of the date when, after not playing for six months, he was told of the session that morning. He pieced together a broken horn, went in, and blew. Not completely remembering the first tune "You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To," he voices a line that both invokes the melody and refashions it. The rest of the session shows just how high Pepper rose to the occasion. It's one of the most important recordings of his career. --Michael MonhartCustomer Reviews:
Essential to the Most Basic Library of Every Saxophonist.......2007-06-04
The unmistakable emotion, even passion, that emerges in Pepper's later playing is not as evident on this more conservative 1950s recording. Still, even here Pepper manages to escape the stereotypical "cool" sound with which the West Coast scene was identified, playing with a warmer feel and less detachment and deliberativeness than his Coastal contemporary, Lee Konitz. (Anyone who believes Desmond's playing was emotionally distant, or that it emphasized wit and minimalism at the expense of heat and soul, needs to review his work with the Brubeck Quartet before "Take Five.")
What is so great about this?.......2007-03-07
East Coast Hard Bop meets West Coast Cool in 1957.......2005-08-22
Having said that, I heartily recommend this music to anyone who loves good jazz and especially those interested in the various sub-genres like hard bop vs cool. So, 1 start off for the somwehat conservative solos, but 4 stars ain't bad!
Art Pepper Meets The Rhythm Section.......2005-04-10
Art Pepper, saxophonist on the west coast, was basically belonged to the west coast school of players along with Shelly Manne, Victor Feldman, Stan Getz, Conte Candoli, Gerry Mulligan, and Chet Baker. On this recording, Pepper is teamed up with a rhythm section from the east coast, consisting of pianist Red Garland, Paul Chambers on bass, and the fireous drumming of Philly Joe Jones.
This was a neat cut. The playing time is quite heafty, due to the number of tracks, with average playing times of about 4 minutes each. Art's playing isn't up to par as he stated. I believe he hadn't played in a long time prior to the recording of this album. His sound here is brittle, but is improvisations are spectacular.
You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To, is a nice standard with some blues influence. Philly Joe Jones' solo is beautiful as usual. The collaboration between Garland and Pepper results in Red Pepper Blues.
There is extraudinary playing throughout. Art blows through his original Straight Life, and the band's playing is as soulful as can be.
Art was a big fan of Dixieland jazz, as demonstrated on Jazz Me Blues, the old New Orleans standard. The fine Dizzy Gillespie piece Birk Works is a kicker! But the real highlight for me is Tin Tin Deo. This has one of the best "B" sections I have ever heard.
This is the west coast meets the east coast. The east coast musicians were said to be more soulful, as opposed to the mostly white, west coast school. This album prooves it isn't true. Art rips through the pieces and swings throughout. A classic recording! Has been loved by many for years.
Five stars!
Classic Art Pepper!
Awesome.......2005-02-14
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Art Pepper + Eleven: Modern Jazz Classics
Art Pepper Manufacturer: Analogue Productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000001PEH Release Date: 2001-02-13 |
Tracks:
- Move
- Groovin' High
- Opus De Funk
- 'Round Midnight
- Four Brothers
- Shawn Nuff
- Berni's Tune
- Walkin' Shoes
- Anthropology
- Airegin
- Walkin'
- Donna Lee (Original Take)
- Walkin' (Alternate Take 1)
- Walkin' (Alternate Take 2)
- Donna Lee (Alternate Take) - Art Pepper
Amazon.com Music Reviews
By most standards a "little" big-band album, this set carried the bebop canon, such as it was, into the realm of California cool jazz, using Art Pepper's chops on milky tenor and sharp alto saxophones alongside plush arrangements from Marty Paich. There were key links on this session to the Miles Davis nonet's Birth of the Cool a decade earlier, which opened with the same Denzil Best tune. But Pepper offered himself up as a more acidic improviser, jagging solo structures despite the comparative clarity in his tone. Some of the most compelling moments come during Horace Silver's "Opus de Funk," which Pepper spins as an intricate, if not entirely funky, platform for full-band riffing and pinching alto contrasts with the trumpet-driven brass section. There is a continual bowling-over process here, with Pepper overwhelmed by the full colors surrounding him, and then the ensemble likewise startled by Pepper's tart intensity. --Andrew BartlettChristian Music:
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- How Stella Got Her Groove Back Soundtrack: Music From The Motion Picture [Soundtrack]
- I Can't Stop
- I Know
- I'm Sprung [Explicit Lyrics]
- I Will Survive: The Anthology
- Instant Live: The Fillmore, San Francisco, CA 11/2 [Box set] [Live]
- Just for You [Box set]
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