Usual Suspects [Explicit Lyrics]

1. Og Intro

2. Gangsta Shit - 5th Ward Boyz, ,

3. Hustlin'

4. Live Your Life

5. Big Faces

6. I Know - 5th Ward Boyz, Scarface

7. Heat

8. Got II Be Down II Die

9. Live Remote

10. Fuck Strugglin' - Eightball & MJG, 5th Ward Boyz

11. Hollywood

12. Somethin' to Ride - Do or Die, 5th Ward Boyz, Johnny P.

13. Don't Nuttin Change - 5th Ward Boyz,

14. Pussy, Weed and Alcohol - 5th Ward Boyz, Willie D

15. Til the World Blow Up

16. Mama's Praying

Tracks:

It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
River
Hallelujah
Silent Night
In the Bleak Midwinter
What Child Is This
Let It Be
The First Noel
In My Life
O Holy Night
Shine a Light
Angel

Album Description

On winter's eve in Canada, Allison Crowe took her seat at the piano and made this music. Tidings unites traditional carols and not-so-traditional songs, all warmly and passionately interpreted through artistry of Allison (and, on three tracks, her trio) in a live, studio, setting. The sounds of this session have been captured, simply and faithfully, by Engineer & Producer Larry Anschell (Pearl Jam, Sarah McLachlan, k-os) Peace on Earth ~ goodwill toward all. Tidings!

Customer Reviews:

Deeply moved........2007-03-02

Received this as a gift over the holidays, and wow.... just, wow. Allison's singing is remarkable in a way that is difficult to put to words. There's an essence to her singing, a vitality that you can appreciate only in the experience. It hit me while sitting in a candle-lit living room on a cold night sipping tea with my lover, and finding that we both were suddenly moved nearly to tears by this great CD. (Yes, I'm referring here to the hauntingly good rendition of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah").

The song selection is great (doesn't hurt that Allison's included "In My Life" -- one of my favorite Beatles songs), and this has certainly made it into my stack of favorites. Buy it. You won't be disappointed.

So beautiful..........2006-12-16

One of the most beautiful Christmas albums I have ever heard. You have to hear her sing Angel. Her music will take your breath away. If you like Sarah McLachlan, you'll like this.

Hidden little masterpiece.......2006-05-12

The versions of traditional songs are very good. I think she has a very good voice. This is a nice simple clean album. It is built on talent and passion. Sometimes it reminds me a little of Cher on the more upbeat songs and a bit like Norah Jones on the softer pieces. This is a hidden little masterpiece.

Allison Crowe - Watch Her Rise To The Top.......2006-02-21

Allison Crowe is on her way. I downloaded some of her music here on Amazon, visited her website and wondered where she had been hiding. Allison's music is soulful and full of passion. If you like Norah Jones, you will love Allison. I hear Allison is working on a new CD. I am betting it will be dynamite! WATCH FOR IT!

stunningly beautiful.......2005-11-16

Allison Crowe succeeds in spectacular, inspired, fashion with this highly original approach.

She's gathered together songs of the season that reflect thoughtfulness and spirituality well outside the standard.

Without the sort of polish normally heard on holiday records, Crowe's natural vocals and piano accompaniment are truly stunning.

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Excellent songs with amazing vocals and top-notch guitars. So great!
DIAMONDS AMONGST THE ROUGH
Another classic Joe Lynn Turner album
Melodic blues-based effort deserving of radio play

The Usual Suspects
Joe Lynn Turner
Manufacturer: Frontiers Italy
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Binding: Audio CD

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JLT

ASIN: B00077W5OU
Release Date: 2005-02-28

Tracks:

Power of Love
Devil's Door
Jacknife
Really Loved
Rest of My Life
Into the Fire
Blood Money
All Alone
Ball and Chain
Live and Love Again
Unfinished Bizness [*]

Album Description

The Deep Purple/Rainbow guitarist/vocalist's ninth solo album. Includes several well-known musicians who were part of the JLT All Star Band including Al Pitrelli (Megadeth, Savatage), Karl Cochran (Ace Frehley), John O'Reilly (Rainbow), & more. Includes one European bonus track 'Unfinished Bizness'. Slipcase. Frontiers Records. 2005.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent songs with amazing vocals and top-notch guitars. So great!.......2006-11-17

I might have overlooked this album because I am more into thrash and pure metal than into hard rock. Ok, I've always admired Joe Lynn Turner for his works with Yngwie Malmsteen and Rainbow, but it had been a long time since I had a thought about him. But there's also this guy, Al Pitrelli, who used to work for Savatage and for Megadeth, and his guitar playing and tone are second to none, and you know, for some reason I went to check his discography and this album popped up. So I said "JLT and Pitrelli together? Let's check that out!", and well, what I lucky guy I feel I am!

First of all, this music is purely melodic Rainbow-like AOR, as good as it can get from monsters of this height. Also guaranteed to keep your girlfriend happy, and you'll still be able to listen to rock when you're together on the road. :-D In any case, I encourage you to consume this sugar-fuelled set of amazing songs, which is more than good in spite of its commercial taste -- it does taste good, don't worry.

From the soaring opener "Power Of Love" you know you are into something really cool with this album. JLT sings his lungs out, and then Pitrelli puts the axe to sing too. Very enjoyable! I also enjoy to infinite proportions the energetic hardrocker "Jacknife" and the mid-paced "Devil's Door" -- ah! Pitrelli and his shining solos again! But I don't skip a single track when listening to this album. JLT knows how to sing with his beautiful, well-tempered and wide-ranged voice, and he plays the Midas King role all the time: whatever he touches instantly becomes pure gold. Take for example the ballad "Live And Love Again". It might have sounded banal sung by anyone else, but JLT's pipes make it sound so classy! There's no doubt that he is one of the best singers in the business.

By the way, the European version of this album has a bonus track that is worth a listening too -- "Unfinished Business". It is a pretty old-school hardrocker, in the normal vein of JLT, as enjoyable and fun as always.

To conclude the review, this is high-quality ear-friendly rock that will treat you with every played note. Nothing revolutionary, but perfectly crafted and amazingly sung, so it deserves five stars -- dues paid to Rainbow, of course. :-)

DIAMONDS AMONGST THE ROUGH.......2005-03-30

I have to admit that I love Joe Lynn Turner's vocals but not around hard rock more the slightly mellower stuff. This CD has a bit of both but probably just a touch too much of the harder edged style to gain an extra star from me. Hate when others do this but probably three and half stars is close. "Power Of Love" is a fantastic start if not eighties derived somewhat but the vocal pipes are fabulous. "Devil's Door" is a wash with swirling keyboards and is the owner of the best chorus on the whole outing and as such rears its head as best on show in the early stages. "Jacknife" has the whole hammond keyboard Purple period feel and isn't really that great (but again owns a chorus that wont leave your head) perhaps a grower but seems a little too heavy handed to cut through. Then we have musical bliss with "Really Loved" with its bourbon soaked vocals and simplicity. This is the kind of stuff I would like a couple more of perhaps. "Rest of My Life" is also a smokey bar number and it too is sublime. Lovers of the James Christian and Bryan Adams school of smooth stylish rock will find paradise here. The later songs are all solid enough but drop off the high side of some of the early highlights, "All Alone" is the noticable exception if not a little too repeatative. All in all not a monsterous classic but a nice solid CD that will provide much pleasure to those who search for diamonds amongst the rough.

Another classic Joe Lynn Turner album.......2005-03-28

The Good
The last time I heard Joe Lynn Turner was on Brazen Abbott's last release, although he sounded okay, I thought that it wasn't the JLT I remembered. I was surprised when I gave The Usual Suspects a spin; this is the JLT I know and love! "Power of Love" is a mix of chugga-chugga riffing and sustained power chords. Joe's vocals are still melodic with just enough ruggedness to remain edgy. The persistent chorus really draws you in.

A wicked riff charges up "Devil's Door". This track focuses on JLT's powerful vocal prowess, pushing the instrumentation to the background. The periodic keyboard tones help underscore the song. The driving guitar and keyboard rhythms on "Jack Knife" recall the days of Rainbow. Al Pitrelli lays down an off-the-wall solo. "Really Loved" is a slow tempo, soulful track with keyboard heavy verses. Arena rock riffage blended with clean arpeggios command "Rest of My Life". The lyrics that make up the chorus are instantly memorable as Turner lays down some great layered vocals.

"Ball and Chain" has a funky muted riff and piercing lick to it. The guitar combo helps drive home the message of not being able to escape a troubled lover. Pitrelli delivers again during his solo. "Live and Love Again" is a bluesy power ballad about moving on (love that power bridge). JLT ends on a high note with "Unfinished Business". It has fast paced, hard driving rhythms that mingle well with Joe's forceful lyrics. Shades of 70s Deep Purple organ tones can be heard here.

The Bad
Nothing

The Verdict
Another classic Joe Lynn Turner album! You don't have to be a longtime fan to enjoy JLT's brand of feel-good rock music.

Melodic blues-based effort deserving of radio play.......2005-02-11

Most of JLT's CDs never really seem to disappoint, in my opinion. Although I didn't care for HTP 2, overall he does have quite an impressive catalog. A personal favourite of mine is his first album, the brilliant masterpiece "Rescue You" (and his unreleased 1986 demos for his planned second album - some of the songs are KILLER!!). On The Usual Suspects, Joe delivers what we expect; with the welcome return of keyboards and "bigger" choruses on some songs, a refreshing dimension to blues-based melodic rock in the Deep Purple vein is achieved...no real surprises, but catchy and well written, and I believe slightly better than his last CD. Overall to me it sounds similar to the first HTP album from 2002. Standout tracks include "Really Loved", "Into The Fire", "All Alone", and "Live and Love Again".

On a side note, Glenn Hughes is ok, but I think it would be real interesting to hear Joe record a duet with Jim Jamison (of Survivor)..they toured together on the Voices of Classic Rock tour...anyone else agree?

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Perhaps not *quite* what you want...
Nice imaginative collection

Film Noir

Manufacturer: Milan Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Body Heat (1998 Re-recording of 1981 Film)

ASIN: B00081U78G
Release Date: 2005-05-24

Tracks:

Turning Pages - Matthew Herbert Big Band
Godfather - Terence Blanchard
Silencio - Angelo Badalamenti
They Go Long - Edward Artemiev
Don't Be Worried - Cyril Morin
Suspense - Frederick Rousseau
Chop Shop - Alex Wurman
The Wrong Man - Bernard Herrmann
Simpatico/Misterioso - Ornette Coleman
House Of Silence - Angelo Badalamenti
Mansfield Crash - Howard Shore
Verbal Kint - John Ottman
The Swing - Hans Zimmer
Blues For Guylaine - Andre Hossein
Buckets Of Blood - Pino Donaggio
The Elephant Man - John Morris
Mourning - Claire David
Ballade - Joe Hisaishi
Taxi Driver Suite - Bernard Herrmann

Customer Reviews:

Perhaps not *quite* what you want..........2007-04-27

If you're like me and you have a hankering for "film noir music," you're probably thinking of a lonely sax playing an urban, 3 AM melodic line, backed by some bluesy chords from a small jazz ensemble. Like John Barry's excellent theme from "Body Heat," for example, or something like Jerry Goldsmith's theme for "Chinatown."

Never mind the fact that the great majority of films noir from the classic period (1941-1955) didn't have jazzy background music like that at all, but was usually scored with quasi-classical romantic string music (with a solo violin) or bombastic, brass-heavy instrumentals.

Anyway, this CD isn't the 3 AM sax stuff.

Not to say that there isn't some of that on here. You might like "Godfather" (not, however, the theme you're thinking of from the Francis Ford Coppola Godfather films), or "Blues for Guylaine," or even the bluesy passages from Bernard Herrmann's "Taxi Driver" suite.

But there's some odd stuff on here that causes me to wonder how, precisely, it qualifies as "film noir."

For instance, the dreamy carnival music from "The Elephant Man," or the angular string music in "Buckets of Blood" (from "Carrie," not the Roger Corman film). Seems like a reach. The first cut, "Turning Pages" had me unpleasantly surprised, and triggered my I've been ripped-off alarm. And "Chop Shop" has a wah guitar that sounds a lot more like a 70's blaxsploitation film than film noir.

The inclusion of Angelo Badalamenti helps redeem the collection; his music for "Twin Peaks," "Fire, Walk With Me" and "Mulholland Drive" redefines what a noir theme should sound like.

This CD is odd, no doubt about it. "Godfather," which sounds decidedly noirish, is from a comedy/drama film about a man who's paid to impregnate lesbians. "The Wrong Man" music is relentlessly perky but comes from a bona fide noir. (Okay, a Hitchcock noir, not quite the same thing.)

The key here, I guess, is to enlarge the scope of what you think noir film music ought to be... But perhaps a better title for this collection of music might have been "Neo-Noir!"

Still, credit must be given to liner notes writer Eddie Muller and his Film Noir Foundation for at least directing the current noir wave. His book "Dark City" turned me - and probably many others - to noir. Long may his tribe increase!

Summary: If you're looking for classic/sterotypical, 3 AM wet-pavements-in-the-Dark-City noirish stuff, try John Barry's "Body Heat," which I enthusiastically recommend. Barry practically *owns* that silky/sexy slow sax genre.

Nice imaginative collection.......2006-08-04

A collection of musical cues from various film noir scores, but imaginatively assembled to constitute a new score for a nonexistent movie. Cleverly done, choosing from excellent sources, and not going for the easy or the obvious. It's exciting to hear someone making a connection between Bernard Herrmann and Angelo Badalamenti.

The Usual Suspects: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

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Brilliant!
The Usual Suspects Soundtrack
Evokes Emotion Beautifully
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT !
Stupendous!

The Usual Suspects: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
John Ottman
Manufacturer: Milan Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 1995-08-15

Tracks:

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The Story Begins
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Farewell Fenster
'He's Here!'
The Garage
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Keyser Appears
'It Was Beautiful'
The Arrests
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New York's Finest
Kobayashi's Domain
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The Faces Of His Family
The Plan Begins
Back To The Pier
Casing The Boat
A Gift
The Greatest Trick
The Water
Les Sons Et Les Parfums Tournent Dans L'Air Du Soir

Customer Reviews:

Brilliant!.......2004-09-04

I've been listening to this soundtrack almost continuously since I got it last month. I liked John Ottoman's soundtrack for X2: X-Men United, but this soundtrack is in another league altogether. The initial melody is haunting, and Ottoman sustains the themes well through changes in mood and plotlines. And his conducting cannot be improved upon.

I have a lot of soundtracks in my library, but this is one of the best.

The Usual Suspects Soundtrack.......2003-01-15

I love this cd the orchestra is wonderful the melody is to die for.

Evokes Emotion Beautifully.......2001-12-20

This score is masterfully composed, allowing maximum emotion to be evoked from listener/viewer. The melodic main theme is almost hypnotic, mysterious, and sad at the same time. It searches for something concrete, which is resolved when in conjunction with the film. The piano is played beautifully, especially in the title theme, the most moving of the pieces, in my opinion.

LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT !.......2000-08-06

Tremendous movie, Tremendous soundtrack ! Powerful, gripping and extremely well conducted music that you just don't get to hear too much of anymore in soundtracks.

Stupendous!.......2000-02-24

I must admit, this is an incredible composition,BUT, though certain tracks are INCREDIBLY MINDBOGGLINLY great, others are mediocre and sound like a soundtrack. Don't het me wrong, those certain tracks are definatey worth the pice of the album but don't expect to not hit the 'skip' button when listening.

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Another Houston bred winner...
You Can't Sleep On This One Baby!!!

Usual Suspects
5th Ward Boyz
Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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P.W.A. The Album: Keep It Poppin'
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ASIN: B000000WFH
Release Date: 1997-11-18

Tracks:

Og Intro
Gangsta Shit
Hustlin'
Live Your Life
Big Faces
I Know
Heat
Got II Be Down II Die
Live Remote
Fuck Strugglin'
Hollyhood
Somethin' To Ride To
Don't Nuttin Change
Pussy, Weed & Alcohol
Til The World Blow Up
Mama's Praying

Customer Reviews:

Another Houston bred winner..........1999-11-28

When I first decided to buy this album I was a little skeptical...are these boys capable of layin' it down 'ala Scarface or is this just a case of "wanna-be-Geto-Boyz"...I was surprised to hear how smooth the beats were on this album...looks like Scarface and the other Geto Boyz have a little competition brewing in Houston by way of the Fifth Ward Boys...very fresh and new unlike a lot of the music that we hear today that's basically a lot of sampled and over sampled retreads...take a listen to the track titled, "I know"...it's reminiscent of a smooth Marvin Gaye ballad...pick up this album and U will not be disappointed...long live the dirty south...

You Can't Sleep On This One Baby!!!.......1999-02-10

If you're a true rap-a-lot fan, you have to have this CD. I'm not from 5th Ward, but I definitely represent these boys. I have all of there CD's and they keep getting better and better. It's like having 3 of the tightest rappers on one CD, bringing different flows, but on the same level. Keep it comin' Boyz.

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It's the newest Shanklin album...newest batch of laughs!

Usual Suspects
Paul Shanklin
Manufacturer: Narodniki
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It's the newest Shanklin album...newest batch of laughs!.......2003-03-11

Finally, after a lull, Shanklin is back, and cranking out new parodies!

This newest batch includes parodies concerning the War on Terror (in a good way), a fantastic Bush song, which makes fun of his speech habits somewhat, but is not exactly disrespectful, and lots of fun to listen to.

A re-mix of what I understand to be a Beetles song, Uncle Albert, where the whole crew is singing their apologies to Albert for losing his election.

Scare Wars II: Attack of the Clowns. Anyone that's heard their parody of "Episode One: The Female Menace" will enjoy the "sequel" track about the mindless democratic clones in a relentless pursuit of "W".

There's also a really funny track where Arafat sings to Sharon about how "It's MINE, Sharon!"

Lots of laughs, lots of fun. As usual, a few borderline sexual jokes, but not quite as bad as Clinton. (Nothing is quite so bad as Clinton!)

Tracks:

The Usual Suspects
Sheeryn's Waltz
Nobody Else But Me
M.H.D.
Never Let Me Go
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Customer Reviews:

Killin'!!!.......2004-06-28

Ryan Kisor means business. There is some serious blowing in this session. The Rhythm section is tight and Willie Jones III swings like a mother#$^%*&!! It reminds me a little of Herbie Hancock's "Empyrean Isles"...just the right blend of classic standards with HOT originals done remarkably with command and precision. Should be added to any true jazz lover's library. I live for this music. Beautiful Job!

A Great album!.......2000-05-12

Ryan Kisor's playing on this album is well worth the purchase. His big sound and great chops are only going to get better!

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The Usual Suspects
The Usual Suspects
Manufacturer: Media Records
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Release Date: 2004-10-25

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I'll Dance Alone 2004
Within You'll Remain
Who the Hell...?
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Come on Over
Just Because
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Day I Let You Go
Is It Too Late
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Just You
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Black Man Ray [Exr Club Remix]
Provocative...You Lift Me Up [Exr Club Remix]

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The Usual Suspects

Manufacturer: Milan Records
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ASIN: B0009YA48K
Release Date: 2005-08-02

Tracks:

Main Theme
Getting On Board
The Story Begins
Payback Time
Farewll Fenster
'He's Here!'
The Garage
Verbal Kint
Keyser Appears
'It Was Beautiful'
The Arrests
Redfoot
New York's Finest
Kobayashi's Domain
The Killing Of A Rat
'I Work For Keyser Soze'
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The Plan Begins
Back To The Pier
Casing The Boat
A Gift
The Greatest Trick
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Les Sons Et Les Parfums Tournent Dans L'Air Du Soir
Exclusive Interview With John Ottman

Album Description

At times tender, sometimes brutally riveting, this dynamic score demonstrates composer John Ottman's ability to delve into a variety of musical styles and bizarre orchestral techniques, while at the same time carving out a definite signature of his own. With themes and motifs stunningly strong, yet often delicate in thier suggestions, Ottman has created a musical world for The Usual Suspects, and a symphonic adventure that stands on its own.