Heartache

1. Prelude

2. Intro

3. Rags to Riches

4. Heartache Prelude

5. Heartache [Club]

6. Heartache [R&B]

7. House Interlude

8. Heartache [House Radio]

9. Heartache [House] [Extended]

10. Rags to Riches [Rap]

11. Outro

Tracks:

A Bid Farewell
Take this Oath
When Darkness Falls
Rose of Sharyn
Inhale
Breathe Life
The End of Heartache
Declaration
World Ablaze
And Embers Rise
Wasted Sacrifice
Hope is...

Album Description

The title track of The End Of Heartache is an unabashed monster of a song, different than anything the band has ever written. Its epic drive nearly crosses the border into power-ballad territory. "Rose of Sharyn" is an anthem that's heavy in the most non-traditional of senses, building with dynamic energy into a crescendo with a chorus that is perhaps The End of Heartache's biggest reward. "When Darkness Falls," heard during the closing credits of "Freddy Vs. Jason," was the first song Jones ever wrote with the band and falls right into place on The End Of Heartache. With "Breathe Life" he delivers a heartfelt optimism that really makes the track `pop' with, "breathe life/ for you are not alone/ breathe life/ inside your heart of stone."

Customer Reviews:

Generic Metalcore For Trend-Following Fashioncore Losers.......2007-05-08

My title pretty much sums up my opinion of this horrid excuse for metal. I can't think of a single positive aspect of Killswitch Engage. All their riffs are a terrible imitation of At The Gates. The lyrics? *VOMITS* The same theme is present in every song. We get it Howard Jones, you can't get laid. The songs have little to no variety. It's predictable. The drumming is simplistic and can easily be pulled off by an intermediate drummer. It seems that metalcore is as bland as its nu metal predecessor.

Kill_____ Engay.......2007-04-26

FIrst things first, let's talk about the laughable _____ people wright about the one star reviewers. IO am not sure if they hate it jnust becauise it's not metal enough, but ____ that. They Don't like it.

First off, we are not closeminded. If you are though, _____ off and don't liste to death metal, because you give real fans a bad name (Comrade Ren gets undeserved ____, because he really likes good music). Heck just a while back, I hate Metalcore calls me a poser just for like Panic! At The Disco. Hey, I don't care, because I will like what I like. DO you know what's worse than people who listen to the hip music? The Stupid _______ heads like I Hate Metalcore who automatically shun people because they happen to like some band there stupid brain can't stand. Thanks to the people who live up to the steorotype too. __________ emo kids.

THis band sucks. The singer is annoying, there instruments are laughably boring, it dosen;t appeal to us. That's ________ it. I don't like the music because it's boring. IT's nothing special, it sounds just like every other _________ metalcore band. I don't like the music. SImple. Deal with it, you ____heads.

So ____ off Killswitch Engage fans. This band sucks.

One of my favorite albums of all time........2007-04-04

I first saw this band on some late night music video show. I went out and bought the album and it is still as amazing as the day i got it. Every track is amazing and the wrtitng is so good. Every song is very meaningful. If you like your music hard and fast then this is for you. Oh and iv seen them in concert twice and they were so damn good live it blew me away.

its good but... .......2007-01-15

let me say this i luv killswitch but buy the one enchanced album has muic vids on rose of shyran and the end of heartache the orginal one not the RESIDENT EVIL version the enchanced dis dersves 5/5

Whats wrong with you people???.......2006-11-18

OK metal purists SHUT UP! I cannot believe there are so much metalheads hate this band and album, this is not nu-metal you idiots, and its more real metal than metalcore! It's true the lyrics are a little EMO-like, well who cares, does any trash-metal band have better or more intelligent or emotional lyrics? Or is that a problem the vocalist can actually SING and not only growl and scream (well he also does that)?
This music is amazing, its not MTV-music or pop or mainstream, its pure heavy metal. Recommended to everyone except if you're a blinded, close-minded metalhead (*cough* Brandon Wetzel and Dr. Sniv "Robotnyik...")

Now you can click "NO"...

Average customer rating:

Say What You Want, But This Album Is Still Amazing
This is really 4 and a half stars
different but so awesome !
Not much of a heartache...
one of the best metal albums of recent years by far

The End of Heartache
Killswitch Engage
Manufacturer: Roadrunner Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Bid Farewell
Take This Oath
When Darkness Falls
Rose of Sharyn
Inhale
Breathe Life
End of Heartache
Declaration
World Ablaze
And Embers Rise
Wasted Sacrifice
Hope Is...

Tracks:

Irreversal [#][*]
My Life for Yours [#][*]
End of Heartache [Resident Evil Version][#][*]
Life to Lifeless [Live][#][*]
Fixation on the Darkness [Live][#][*]
My Last Serenade [Live][#][*]
End of Heartache [*][Multimedia Track]
My Last Serenade [*][Multimedia Track]

Customer Reviews:

Say What You Want, But This Album Is Still Amazing.......2005-11-13

There was an unhealthy amount of pressure on Killswitch Engage when talks of their follow up to the wildly successful (and extremely innovative) "Alive Or Just Breathing" first surfaced. Add in the factor that the band's former vocalist Jesse Leech left in Mid 2003 due to voice and personal problems, and you can easily see how difficult it must have been to put out this record. However with "The End Of Heartache", KSE has answered any skeptics who thought the band was over with after Jesse's departure. "The End Of Heartache" is a gut wrenching blast of metallic hardcore, laced with passionate vocals, rigid guitars, and pounding rhythms, and is more than a worthy successor to the last record. The enhanced special edition is a great buy if you never picked up the record initially as it is coupled with a bonus cd containing unreleased tracks, and it's a great addition to this already astonishing album.

"The End Of Heartache" was a record that was probably my most anticipated release of 2004, and even I had to admit that I did not know what to expect before I heard the cd. However from the moment I listened to "Rose Of Sharyn" my faith was restored in the band. I loved Jesse Leech just as much as everyone else (and I still believe that Killswitch Engage would be better if he were still the vocalist), but I can't discredit Howard Jones' vocals on this cd a bit. From the opening seconds of "A Bid Farewell", Howard makes the band his own, and proves that he has just as much range as Jesse, if not a little more. Jones can take his vocals to the lowest depths for those crushing growls, or into the highest shrieks you can imagine. Not only that, but Howard can instantly transition into wonderful melodies, which he never really used in his previous band Blood Has Been Shed. I was amazed at how good a singer Howard actually is. Evidence of this can be seen on such tracks as "When Darkness Falls" and the first single "Rose of Sharyn" where he flows in and out of screams and melodies constantly. Musically this album is a lot less hardcore than the previous, and a lot more metallic, which ultimately doesn't hurt. There's still plenty of hardcore emotion and breakdowns, although this time they have been coupled with more metallic riffs and thrash influences. Tracks like "Declaration" and "Breathe Life" showcase the band's excellent blend of metal and hardcore, as well as flawless guitar work. Adam and Joel definitely churn out some amazing moments through out the album, as their relationship reaches new heights on "Wasted Sacrifice" and "Hope Is..." Justin Folley is a new addition to the band on drums, although he is a seasoned vet in the hardcore scene, coming from Howard's previous band Blood Has Been Shed as well. His performance adds a lot to the band's sound, although I don't think he was as good as their last drummer Tom. No matter because he does a great job backing the band, along with Mike D on bass. Lyrically the band is better is some places, and worse in others. The common sub-theme of love and heartache that runs through the record is kind of lame considering how many emo and screamo bands are doing that to death right now. However it's not to say that songs like "Wasted Sacrifice", "Hope Is" and "Take This Oath" aren't great lyrical pieces. Ultimately if you liked the last record, I can't see why you wouldn't love this one as well. The most dynamic song on the album has got to be the title track and centerpiece of the album, "The End Of Heartache", which is so different from anything the band has previously done. The lyrics may be less than stellar, but the musicianship and atmosphere of the song is amazing, and definitely raises the bar the band had previously set for themselves. It's true KSE turned up the metal a bit, but their sound is still fully intact, and to be honest they sound better than ever. Definitely a must hear for all fans of metal and hardcore.

The Bonus disc included is a nice touch if you don't already have the cd, but if you own the original, it doesn't really warrant you to purchase the reissue. The cd contains two b-sides from the the recording sessions of "The End Of Heartache", "My Life For Yours", and a re-recorded version of "Irreversal", which originally appeared on KSE's self titled album, released on Ferret Music. Both are great songs, "Irreversal" in particular is a great rendition (although Jesse's vocals are still used in some places on the song, which sounds kind of odd), but you'd be better off just downloading them if you already own the cd. There's the Resident Evil : Apocalypse (great movie by the way) mix of "The End Of Heartache", but the mix totally butchers the song. The other three songs are live versions of "Life To Lifeless", "Fixation on The Darkness" and "My Last Serenade", all with Howard on vocals. The live songs are cool, but you really have to see KSE in person to experience the intensity of their live show. Overall the disc is a nice touch, and the re-release itself is more aimed at people who are just getting into the band, or never purchased the original. I can't seeing anyone who already had this shelling out another $15.00 when you can just get the extras off the internet.

In the end though, this is an album that could have been one of the biggest disappointments the band has put forth yet. Instead Killswitch Engage returned, heavy as ever, and answered all critics who has any skepticism over whether or not they could continue on without Jesse. It's true that this album is different from "Alive Or Just Breathing", but to tell you the truth, I like it just as much. Much like the last cd, I can constantly run through plays of this cd, and never get bored. The sound is tight, the vocals are good, and the production is top notch (once again thanks to Adam). I don't understand why a lot of people have dismissed this album or given it harsh criticism. It's easily one of the best records 2004 had to offer, and still stands strong almost a year and a half after its release. If you don't own the original, then pick this up because it's a great deal. Otherwise you will probably feel a lot of "heartache" for not doing so.

This is really 4 and a half stars.......2005-09-12

This album is (I think) is just as good as there 2nd album. But just not as hardcore.If you like the heavyer metal, you should get the 2nd album. the volcals on this album are not as good cause theres not as much sceaming. If you care about lyrics they are much better on this album. This album is different then anything thats out right now. There isnt a bad song on this album. The drums as much better on this album. the more you listen to it the more you like it. this is what i rate on each song...

A Bid Farewell: 9/10
Take This Oath: 8/10
When Darkness Falls:7.5/10
Rose of Sharyn:15/10
Inhale:7/10
Breathe Life:7.5/10
The End of Heartache:15/10
Declaration:7/10
World Ablaze:6.5/10
And Embers Rise:8/10
Wasted Sacrifice:7/10
Hope Is: 6.8/10

different but so awesome !.......2005-09-06

This cd is so sweet! The lead singer has such a cool voice. With a mix of screechy and deep screams he makes this cd so freakin' awesome dude! If you don't have this cd drop everything and buy it. I suggest you buy this one that has the extra stuff because it isn't that much more expensive.

Not much of a heartache..........2005-07-10

I still miss the old Killswitch singer. With that said, the current vocalist shouts over similar chugging riffs and small lead lines; you know, just like all Killswitch Engage stuff, and similarly, like most hardcore music out there. The only thing is that when he sings, it sounds too much like the band RA. (Check them out, you'll know what I'm talking about.) Besides that, and the ill-fated live version of "My Last Serenade," (he should leave that incredible song alone), it's an album to stay in your cd case, even if you only pull it out once every two months.

one of the best metal albums of recent years by far.......2005-07-01

Killswitch Engage are one of the best metal bands to emerge in recent years. I, being relatively new to the world of metal, first heard their song "When Darkness Falls" on the "Freddy Vs. Jason" soundtrack a few years back. It blew me away, but I wasn't sure whether or not I was convinced enough to buy one of their albums. Then I heard another song by them on the "Headbanger's Ball Volume One" compilation, and decided that I could ignore them no longer. I went and got "Alive or Just Breathing," an unbelievably awesome CD, and one of the few I could play the entire way through without having to skip a song. After this album, Killswitch parted ways with their singer Jesse David Leach and recruited vocalist Howard Jones as their new frontman. Although some saw this as the beginning of the end for the band, many others welcomed it as a good step in a fresh new direction. I was already biased towards Jones, mainly because he provided the vocals for the two songs that got me hooked on the band, and though Leach is by no means a bad singer, I personally prefered Jones. Now I'm sure there are bunch of you out there who already hate me and are now ready to press "no" at the bottom of this review. I can't really do much to stop you besides finishing my critique. From the second I saw "Rose of Sharyn" on Headbanger's Ball, I knew I had to get this CD. I promptly did, and let me tell you, it's hands down one of the best investments I've ever made. The opening "A Bid Farewell" features an extremely headbangable rhythmic opening, and goes on to display what this band is all about: a good amount of heaviness, a good amount of melody, and an overall sense of power. "Take This Oath" is up next, and though it is not as memorable as "A Bid Farewell," it's still a good song. "When Darkness Falls" is one of the best songs on the album. It is slightly (very slightly) altered from its original version, but it retains its greatness nevertheless. "Rose of Sharyn" follows, and is perhaps the most popular song on the CD. This popularity is justified, as it too is one of the best songs found here. "Inhale" is the melodic instrumentalopening for "Breathe Life," a rather heavy track that, when it relents on its heaviness for the chorus, expresses a message of optimism and hope (themes that appear recurringly throughout the CD). The title track is up seventh, and though some find it too melodic for their tastes, I think that it's a good example of Killswitch's lighter side. "Declaration" is similar to "Take this Oath," if only due to the fact that neither are that memorable at first. After a few listens, though, this song will grow on you big time. "World Ablaze" is an epic track of inspiration, and another one of the album's high points. Its awe-inspiring finale leads straight into "...And Embers Rise," another sedate and melodic instrumental. "Wasted Sacrifice" is yet another good song, and one which also possesses a good message about taking action for what you think is right. "Hope Is...", the last song on the album, is another one of my favorites, and it features great work from the band as a whole. The special edition of this CD (which I happily paid for, even though I own the original--it's just that good) features Howard Jones' take on "Irreversal," a song from the band's self-titled debut. He does a pretty good job, but his vocals occasionally get lost in the mix. It also contains the new song "My Life For Yours," a decent song that suffers from the same vocal problems as the one before it, as well as live versions of "Life to Lifeless," "Fixation on the Darkness," and "My Last Serenade" (Jones does a fantastic job on all of them). The only problem I have with the CD is the "Resident Evil Mix" of the title track. Not only is it a radio-friendly, edited version, but it's totally unnecessary. Besides that, though, this is one of the best metal CDs I've heard in a long time (along with Shadows Fall's "The War Within," God Forbid's "Gone Forever," and Trivium's "Ascendancy"). If you're reading this review and you don't have this album, then stop wasting your time; get out there and get it.

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It's a Heartache
Bonnie Tyler
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The 5 is for newcomers to JDG
Not what I'd hoped for
Jimmy Dale can do no wrong
Excellent
Cherry-picked collection of Gilmore's early solo work

Don't Look for a Heartache
Jimmie Dale Gilmore
Manufacturer: Hightone Records
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Customer Reviews:

The 5 is for newcomers to JDG.......2007-05-29

But for myself I'd have to give it a 2 because of so many songs that are already on his other albums. For someone who has no JDG album this is a great one.

Not what I'd hoped for.......2007-05-16

I was familiar with a few of Jimmie Dale Gilmore's songs and two were on this album. Then I learned to like another one or two. Otherwise the rest was pretty much nothing to write home about, but likeable.

Jimmy Dale can do no wrong.......2007-01-30

This is neither the best nor the worst. This artist is always enjoyable.Have to play it more to really decide which cuts I like best.

Excellent.......2005-09-08

This is one of his best. Haunting music with great stories and his beautiful voice soaring upwards combine to make this a fantastic CD. I've been a Jimmie Dale Gilmore fan for years and he's never let me down. Best of all, unlike the newer "country", I can understand every word he says.

Cherry-picked collection of Gilmore's early solo work.......2004-05-29

Having played in club bands, had his songs recorded by others, and formed the then short-lived Flatlanders, Gilmore came to his first two solo albums (1988's "Fair and Square" and 1989's "Jimmie Dale Gilmore") fully formed. He'd already moved back and forth to Austin twice, been awakened to new songwriting possibilities by the works of Townes Van Zandt, and penned catalog staples like "Dallas." It was with all this experience that Gilmore approached his first opportunities to create records of his own vision.

What's particularly interesting about this early period is how his old-timey tenor and poetic lyrics (and those of Butch Hancock) fit atop fairly straight-ahead West Texas honky-tonk. The same elements would later serve more far-reaching musical experimentations, but on these fifteen tracks - fourteen anthologized from the two debut albums, one previously unreleased - Gilmore and his accompanists kick out some incredibly compelling two-steps. In addition to Gilmore and Hancock's tunes, covers of Mel Tillis' "Honky Tonk Song," Townes Van Zandt's "White Freight Liner Blues," and David Halley's "Rain Just Falls" are superb.

Gilmore die-hards will need the original pair of albums (plus this collection for the previously unissued "Ramblin' Man"). Those looking for some West Texas honky-tonk with lyrics that dig deeper than the typical tear-in-your-beer will be truly amazed by this unusual combination of swinging beats and cosmic-cowboy lyrics. Willie Nelson may still be the spiritual mayor of Austin, but Gilmore's clearly got an executive position in the administration.

Sings Heartache Numbers
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Great voice

quality sound

Great western jazz meets saloon!

Revel in Marti's "Heartbreak"

Sings Heartache Numbers
Marti Brom
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Customer Reviews:

Great voice.......2007-06-26

Marti has a terrific voice for this kind of music (well, OK; she has a terrific voice, period). I was less impressed with the songs themselves. There are some really good tracks--the covers of "Heartaches By The Number" and "Seven Lonely Days" are very good--but a lot of them sound a bit like they were written just to fill in the number requirement ("Uh, oh--we need a song about Eight. Quick, somebody write a song about Eight!"), and the lyrics were pretty weak. Musically, though, this is great.

quality sound.......2006-05-09

I was really impressed with this cd. Marti has a real rich and full voice. In alot of the songs she sounds like a cross between Wanda Jackson and Patsy Cline. I usually rate my cds on how many of the songs are dancable. There several good swing tunes plus a couple of waltzes. Another part of the CD that I enjoyed was the rich steel sounds as well as the fiddle. Since it was a numbers game, I would have picked a couple of different songs to fill the list but all in all a very good cd. I will probably look real close a purchasing more of hers.

Great western jazz meets saloon!.......2006-04-14

Brom's vocals are delishious and tempting, and the songs are tasty too. This is the finest rockabilly release in ages. This is how hillbilly jazz should always be sung & played!

Revel in Marti's "Heartbreak" .......2005-10-26

Marti Brom has delivered an excellent set of old-style rockabilly and country covers, with a consistency that allows listeners to simply insert their disc and press "play," not just because this release contains no clunkers but because it's fun to hear the progression of her theme. As the title "Heartbreak Numbers" succinctly suggests, all these songs of loneliness are associated with a number, and have been placed in sequential order. "One-Way Ticket," "Four Walls," and Hank Cochran's comical jukebox lament "A-11" are stand-outs.

While the music proves faithfully and gratifyingly retro, the recordings benefit technically from a clear sound and a fine mix, with no element sticking out intrusively, thanks to the engineering efforts of Justin Trevino.

Fans of Patsy Cline and contemporary artists Neko Case and Big Sandy should enjoy "Heartbreak." For that matter, if you like this, you'd probably like Marti's other offerings, including the more upbeat "Wise to You."

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Good Morning Heartache
Johnny Adams
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A hallmark album for a superb band to showcase its contemporary bluegrass
Bluegrass par Excellence

Hillbilly Heartache
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I Am The Man, Thomas

Album Description

A longtime veteran (at 38!) of the Bluegrass scene, Don Rigsby has played with some of the most recognized bands in recent history. Most notably, he was a member of the Lonesome River Band, possibly the most popular Bluegrass band of the '90s, and his tenor voice is an integral part of the Bluegrass "supergroup" Longview. Ever a sideman or equal band member, Rigsby steps out with his first release as a band leader.

Customer Reviews:

A hallmark album for a superb band to showcase its contemporary bluegrass.......2006-12-13

Playing Time - 39:05 -- Don Rigsby doesn't even turn the big 4-0 until February 28 of 2008. Already he has two decades of professional bluegrass experience with such top groups as Longview, Bluegrass Cardinals, J.D. Crowe & the New South, Lonesome River Band and Rock Country. He's also released four highly-acclaimed solo albums and was twice named SPBGMA's male vocalist for the year. When Rock Country disbanded, Don was faced with two choices - work for someone else, or form his own band. He chose the latter and, unlike previous solo albums from Rigsby (on the Sugar Hill label) that enlisted friends and session players, he has recorded "Hillbilly Heartache" with his own group (Midnight Call) that includes himself singing lead and playing mandolin, along with Dale Vanderpool (banjo), Shayne Bartley (guitar), Jesse Wells (fiddle), and Robert Maynard (bass). It was a good move to do it all themselves this time because it's a crackerjack band.

In a few instances, (Make God Laugh, Red Bird, Prisoner on the Highway), their vocal arrangements also call for Rigsby to jump up to tenor on the choruses. "He Loves To Hear You Shout" (written by Dixie and Tom T. Hall) is a very nicely presented vocal quartet for the group with Rigsby, Vanderpool, Bartley and Wells doing the vocalizing.

While best known for his mandolin picking, Don's a versatile multi-instrumentalist, and it's a treat to hear him also provide some snippets of guitar, mandele, and fiddle. Two songs ("These Golden Fields" and "Any Bar in Birmingham") incorporate some of Don's light percussion. The former, about farming, features Don's high-lead singing with two harmonies below, as well as Wells' octave violin for a different mood. Obviously, quite a bit of forethought went into producing these songs in the best possible manner for us. In a few, the banjo is muted, and on the closing number, "I Am The Man, Thomas") Jesse Wells lays down his fiddle to provide clawhammer banjo as the only accompaniment for Don's voice.

Midnight Call's repertoire is drawn from some excellent songwriters (Shawn Camp, Marty Rabon, Jim Lauderdale, Mark Brinkman, Larry Shell, Kim Williams, Tim Stafford, and others). Bobby Cyrus is a co-writer of "Big Jim." I'm curious as to whether Big Jim is a fictional folkloric character or whether there was actually a man who sacrificed himself for others. You may recall that it was Cyrus who penned the reflective "Carved Our Names in Stone" that was sung solo by Rigsby on his last solo album, The Midnight Call. Farmers, family, life and love get ample coverage in the songs. For his song of home, he belts out an inspired rendition of Bill Monroe's "Kentucky Waltz." Another tale from that region is an intoxicating "Daddy Was A Moonshine Man." A standard instrumental, "Forked Deer" gallops along, but I hope their future projects introduce us to new tunes. Sung solo, "Old Green Chevrolet" relates a tale of a traveling preacher bringing the gospel to mountain folks, and I missed a little harmony on the choruses.

With "Hillbilly Heartache," evocative messages get us thinking, smiling, contemplating, and even laughing when the intoxicating "Daddy Was A Moonshine Man" cues up. This Kentuckian clearly has strong mountain roots, and he knows what it takes to produce a very compelling bluegrass album. His reputation and dedication to traditional music, and his innovative vision for the future, are well documented. While he may have stretched boundaries a bit in the past, "Hillbilly Heartache" is simply a hallmark album for a superb band to showcase its contemporary bluegrass. (Joe Ross, staff writer, Bluegrass Now)

Bluegrass par Excellence.......2006-10-02

Don's standard of excellence is evident on this cd, his first as a bandleader, although I suspect his leadership qualities have been evident in all his previous endeavors.
The singing is first rate, the songs chosen classics, spirit filled, and wonderful. The band just kicks it up a few notches, and mellow its out as the song requires.
Highly Recommended.

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Only for people who know about true music!!!
A must-have for any Bauhaus fan
Bauhaus "BBC Session" Fun
undoubtedly a most exellently put together piece
modern music lovers must have

Swing the Heartache: The BBC Sessions
Bauhaus
Manufacturer: Beggars UK - Ada
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Sky's Gone Out
Burning from the Inside
Singles: 1979-1983, Volume 2
Come Alive
Tinderbox

ASIN: B00000AGBL
Release Date: 1998-09-08

Tracks:

A God In An Alcove
Telegram Sam
Double Dare
The Spy In The Cab
In The Flat Field
St. Vitus Dance
In Fear Of Fear
Poison Pen
Party Of The First Part
Departure
The Three Shadows Part 2
Silent Hedges
Swing The Heartache
Thrid Uncle
Ziggy Stardust
Terror Couple Kill Colonel
Night Time
She's In Parties

Album Description

1989 Beggars Banquet release of the influential goth band's'Swing The Heartache: The BBC Sessions', a collection of 18tracks from their five sessions for the BBC between 1980-1983. Out of print in the U.S., it includes 'Telegram Sam','In The Flat Field',

Customer Reviews:

Only for people who know about true music!!!.......2006-07-11

This album have a collection of part of the best of Bauhaus, so you will be saving in buying various cd's in order to have the songs that you'll find in this one. And it is a live concert. Bauhaus sounds better in live than in studio. For best performance, play it really loud.

A must-have for any Bauhaus fan.......2005-12-20

I bought "Swing the Heartache" on vinyl back in 1991 (give or take a year). This is a good album that, for me, has stood the test of time. I've just listend to it again after nearly 15 years and it still sounds great and brings back lots of memories. If you're into the '80s style goth/new wave then buy this record. If you're more into the later and various incarations (e.g. Tones On Tail or Love and Rockets) you might not care for it much, but it's worth a spin regardless.

Bauhaus "BBC Session" Fun.......2005-04-05

While "Swing the Heartache" isn't exactly an essential Bauhaus album, it's a nice addition to your catalog if you're a fan. Consisting mostly of Bauhaus album tracks (before they actually made any albums) arranged differently than the versions found on the studio LP's, and a few B-sides/Rarities, "Swing the Heartache proves to be an interesting look into the imagination of Bauhaus' songwriting ability. While, yes, some songs on here ended up sounding identical on official releases, most of the (p)re-workings of Bauhaus classics can prove to be almost superior to those found on the records they found a home on down the road. Also showcasing some of Bauhaus' stranger moments, such as "Departure" and "Party of the First Part", this release is worth checking out if you're a fan.

Key Tracks: "Party of the First Part", "The Three Shadows Pt. 2", "She's In Parties"

undoubtedly a most exellently put together piece.......2003-02-27

This is a wonderful album that was played and recorded live in england (bauhaus' homebase). I would recommend it to anyone interested in modern/post-modern/post-punk/expressionistic/dark wave/new wave/ect. rock. I was genuinely tired of some of the versions of some of the versions of the songs on the other bauhaus albums like mask, burning from the inside, and the sky's gone out, so I went searching for live albums from this band in hopes of perhaps finding some fresher versions of these songs or maybe even some new material. I had already purchased an listened to bauhaus' press eject and give me the tape, loved it too much, and played it over and over again until I reached the point where I could not stand to listen again. And then I found this album. This album comes complete with some very haunting new versions of
A God in an Alcove, Double Dare, In Fear of Fear, and In the Flat Field, which I continue to enjoy undoubtedly. All of these songs come complete with rare chorus coming from the other band members . It also has some rare material at the end, which, if you can call them songs, are very interesting to say the least. I would go ahead with this one, you will not be disappointed. And for those of you who were wondering, yes, alot of bauhaus' songs are repeated in different recordings. But no, they are not all the same. They all seem to vary in terms of the atmosphere expediated from the band members' instruments and Peter Murphy's hollowing vocals.

modern music lovers must have.......2002-07-29

It's a must have - not just for Bauhaus\goth\punk\blah blah blah fans, but for anyone who is open to exploring & understanding contemporary music. It's a great collection of Bauhaus material, and the sound is so cool. I'm a huge fan of the BBC\John Peel sessions because the performaces are 'live' and the sound is raw. Thses recording let you hear what bands that are famous for their 'eletronic' sound actually sound like with minimal studio magic!

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I agree with cotton hell
a steaming pile of crap > Cotton's so called review
True fans will adore this materpiece.

The String Quartet Tribute to Atreyu

Manufacturer: Vitamin Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Best Of...

ASIN: B00070Q89A
Release Date: 2005-01-25

Tracks:

The Remembrance Ballad
The Crimson
Living Each Day Like You're Already Dead
Someone's Standing On My Chest
This Flesh A Tomb
Ain't Love Grand
A Vampire's Lament
Lip Gloss And black
Demonology And Heartache
At Least I Know I'm A Sinner
Shouting In The Darkness

Product Description

1. The Remembrance Ballad
2. The Crimson
3. Living Each Day Like You're Already Dead
4. Someone's Standing On My Chest
5. This Flesh A Tomb
6. Ain't Love Grand
7. A Vampire's Lament
8. Lip Gloss And Black
9. Demonology And Heartache
10. At Least I Know I'm A Sinner
11. Shouting In The Darkness (Original Composition)

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

I agree with cotton hell.......2005-09-29

suicide notes is definately a heavier sounding album. the curse may be good and all but alex sounds a lot better on suicide notes. i like the string quartet, because it reminds me of when metallica did thier old songs from ride the lightning and such and let the symphony be in the background. i think its flipping sweet.

a steaming pile of crap > Cotton's so called review.......2005-09-01

First off, I'm not a kid. I just don't want to sign up to put my opinion on here.

Cotton, wtf does a string quartet TRIBUTE album have to do with getting radio play? I'd seriously like to know. The Curse only did one thing for this band. It made them even better. The Curse is better than Suicide Notes mainly for 3 reasons...

1. The production is much better and...
2. Alex's screaming is also incredibly improved(seriously listen to some songs of of SN and then The Curse, and you tell me which sounds better)
3. Brandon's melodic vocals are used more often. I know a lot of you "hardcore" kids will disagree, but music that is nothing but constant screaming in your ear is annoying. I think Atreyu does a much better job of switching between the screams and singing.

Now, I'm not saying that Suicide Notes is bad. I just think that The Curse is an improvement. I also like how you say that anyone who disagrees with you is wrong. Well, I'm not going to say anyone who disagrees with me is wrong. They just have a different opinion. Anyway, I'm not really into instrumental albums that much....but I'll give it a 5 because of the band that is being revered.

True fans will adore this materpiece........2005-04-05

First off, don't read Cotton Hell's review. If you lust atreyu's music (or if you are just a music lover in general) you will enjoy this album. These are all songs that were originally written and composed by atreyu! Yes, this is a tribute album. It is also an instrumental album. Personally I don't care if you like it or not. I just couldn't stand seeing just one review by an obvious simple-minded individual. Give it a listen and decide for yourself. That's why amazon.com gives you the listening options!

"Good Morning Heartache" - Wonderland Love Stories, Chapter Two

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"Good Morning Heartache" - Wonderland Love Stories, Chapter Two
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Shout Factory
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Torch Songs
Half the Perfect World

ASIN: B000139TFS
Release Date: 2004-01-27

Tracks:

Lonely Hours - Sarah Vaughan
I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) - Jane Monheit
Angel Eyes - Chris Connor
Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?) - Carmen McRae
You Don't Know What Love Is - Chet Baker
It's Easy To Remember - Stacey Kent
Body And Soul - Billie Holiday
Good Morning Heartache - Ann Hampton Callaway
Don't Go To Strangers - Etta Jones
I'll Be Around - Peggy Lee
December In My Soul - Mark Fontana
Drinking Again - Dinah Washington
The End Of A Love Affair - LaVerne Butler
Memories Of You - Rosemary Clooney
Don't Explain - Nina Simone
Smile - Rickie Lee Jones

Album Description

From the creators of the Grammy® Award-winning Ultra-Lounge series, this is the second offering in the Wonderland collection that delivered holiday favorites Yulesville, Cool December and Under The Mistletoe. These 3 discs are presented with undeniable style and thoughtful arrangement for an exceptional entertainment experience.

Chapter Two of Love Stories is entitled "Good Morning Heartache." Featuring all-time greats such as Sarah Vaughan, Nina Simone and Peggy Lee, this 16-track CD is an exploration of the downside of love—when love goes bad.

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Spiritual Unity

Jusa Bit O' Blues, Vol. 1

Shining Black-Best of [Import]

Soul Winner

Play It Again / Favorite Songs

Schmelzer: Chamber Works

Sixwire [Enhanced]

Portrait: Charles Mingus [Import]

Quartet [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Rockoon [Import]

Respect 2000

Burnin' Down the House: Live at the House of Blues

Atlantis: A Symphonic Journey