Plunkett & Macleane: Original Motion Picture Score [Soundtrack]

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Electronica artists are increasingly in demand as film scorers. Overall this is good news, and this heavily instrumental music fits especially well with action or sci-fi movies (cf. Pi). Since Plunkett & Macleane is set in the 18th century, choosing Massive Attack associate Craig Armstrong was a bit of an odd choice-one that's mostly paid off. Here Armstrong mixes up Carl Orff-style pomp, string-laden trip-hop, and a somber ambience reminiscent of late 1980s Goth. And despite Lewis Parker's inept (and incongruous) rapping, a cover of Talking Heads' "Houses in Motion" provides a soulful break from the heavy-duty atmospherics that make up most of this CD. We're not talking Miklós Rósza here, but this definitely is an encouraging piece of work. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Plunkett & Macleane: Original Motion Picture Score,Craig Armstrong,Melankolic,Downtempo,Pop,Soundtrack,Soundtracks & Film Scores,Trip-Hop

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Plunkett & Macleane: Original Motion Picture Score
Craig Armstrong
Manufacturer: Melankolic
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Film Works: 1995-2005
Plunkett & Macleane
As If to Nothing
The Space Between Us
The Quiet American

ASIN: B00000J80M
Release Date: 1999-06-29

Tracks:

Hymn
Unseen
Ruby
Rebecca
Rochester
Robbery
Ball
Chance
Business: Part 1/Part 2/Part 3
Chances Men
Revelations
Trouble
Duel
Love Declared
Disaster
Hanging
Escape
Resolutions
Houses In Motion
Childhood

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Electronica artists are increasingly in demand as film scorers. Overall this is good news, and this heavily instrumental music fits especially well with action or sci-fi movies (cf. Pi). Since Plunkett & Macleane is set in the 18th century, choosing Massive Attack associate Craig Armstrong was a bit of an odd choice-one that's mostly paid off. Here Armstrong mixes up Carl Orff-style pomp, string-laden trip-hop, and a somber ambience reminiscent of late 1980s Goth. And despite Lewis Parker's inept (and incongruous) rapping, a cover of Talking Heads' "Houses in Motion" provides a soulful break from the heavy-duty atmospherics that make up most of this CD. We're not talking Miklós Rósza here, but this definitely is an encouraging piece of work. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

Nice.......2007-01-04

This CD is the epitome of good soundtrack music. You'll get a variety of good music in this album. Definitely recommended.

Hot, brilliant and fantastic........2006-03-13

I bought this cd after listening to 30 seconds of track #17 on internet radio that plays movie scores. I literally make me turn my head and look up what it was exactly that I was listening to.
As a soundtrack collector this is something you must have, especially if you like costume dramas, because this music screams "period piece" at you.
The rich sounds of Gregorian choruses, classical music and occasional electronica and techno jolts make me feel like I'm flying when I listen to this. The music is rich, deep, haunting and at times sounds like a crazy horse galloping though an 18th Century haunted forest. I think this cd is so intricate, crafty and complex that it should be mandatory listening to anyone with ears.

The best part of the score is how each track sounds better than the next. Track #7 The Ball for example is a very modern trance with violins giving it that classical edge, but be careful if you're driving and listening to it, or you might break the speed limits. This piece also sounds like some sexy dark Vampire dance scene, something you might watch in a totally far fetched movie story line- it's that exotic and cool. Track #9 sounds like an outdoor dinner in some rich king's court, with light violins and background modern rhythm, a really nice combo.
My favorite part was #16 &17, a true work of musical art. It's live, strong, colossal, fiery and full of adrenaline piece of score. It's crazy but those two tracks are so grand, they can make tears come out of my eyes. I have always loved music and scores but these two pieces always touch my heart when I hear them. If I haven't seen the movie I would guess they were from Amadeus or Immortal Beloved.

Overall this score is simply gorgeous. I urge everyone to listen to the clips although they are teasers and they might not develop into the full flavor potential of each track, yet they are indicators whether this soundtrack is for you. If this cd doesn't submerge you in another world, then I don't know what will.

Missing My Favorite Song!.......2006-03-06

The "You're goin' to Hell" song Is Not On This CD..........

That was the only reason I bought it, Very Dissapointed!

missing tracks.......2005-12-15

ok I gave this 5 stars because of those fabulous tracks such as "the ball" and the hanging one and the escape. They really are a fabulours mix of classical and contemporary music, but where did the other tracks go? The rest of the soundtrack is just loads of dark dingy music that really isnt worth listening too, and yet when you watch the film again there's a handful of songs that arent on there! why not?

simply great.......2004-02-23

I am still wondering why this guy is not a little bit more famous
His mix of very well orchestrated synthetic sounds with Gregorian like choirs are simply so relaxing.
If you are scared of flying, buy it and listen to it on your next trip, it is better than Prozac :-)

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My FAVORITE of Many Relaxation CDs!
"One clear harp in diverse tones"

Soothing Harp

Manufacturer: Madacy Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Music for Glass Harmonica

ASIN: B000056CEV
Release Date: 2005-01-04

Tracks:

Air
Tender Wishes
Down by the Sally Gardens
Eleanor Plunkett
Scarborough Fair
Mysitc Waters
Saltarello
Lament
Dance
Foggy Dew
Reminiscent
Lord Willoughby's Welcome Home
Rondo
Alll in a Garden Green
Whisper Dreams
Piacere d'Amore
Greensleeves

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My FAVORITE of Many Relaxation CDs!.......2006-01-26

There is absolutely no vocals on this beautiful harp music CD, although if you don't like the sound of rain or a bit of nature behind some of the music, you may not agree with my admiration of this particular album. I LOVE IT! I have bought numerous "Soothing" music CDs that either throw in unappealing vocals that interrupt the flowing instrumentals or else inject a random fast-paced, spiced up, thundering piece that makes you jump right out of your skin! Not so here, that's why I LOVE IT!
Just a nice "Soothing" CD & I wish I could find more like it.

"One clear harp in diverse tones".......2003-04-12

The Floridian harpist, Victoria Lynn Schultz has three solo albums to her credit: "Harp Dreams;" "Harp Favorites;" and the 2000 album "Soothing Harp" which was originally marketed with aromatherapy products for "Treatment of the Mind, Body & Spirit."

The latter album features four of her own compositions: 'Tender Wishes;' 'Mystic Waters;' 'Reminiscent;' and 'Whisper Dreams.' There are also traditional favorites such as 'Greensleeves' and 'Scarborough Fair,' and a couple of dance tunes from the Renaissance. Close your eyes and let your thoughts resonate to the clear, beautifully-played strings of Schultz's harp and you'll be soothed without the need for essential oils, scented candles, or any of that other New Age clutter.

This harpist also had a chance to tour with the traditional Irish band, The Chieftains when their group's longtime harpist Derek Bell died suddenly last October. Schultz joined them for their "Down the Old Plank Road: The Nashville Sessions" tour. Since she had been a Chieftains fan and a Celtic music buff for years, it was the opportunity of a lifetime.

She has also written the book, "You Can Play the Harp."

Tracks:

Baletti In C, Intrada: Adagio - Branle - Branle Gay - Amener - Gavotte
Sonata a 5
Sonata a 5
Sonata a 3 In C
Mensa Harmonica: Partita IV.
Sonata In C: Andante - Adagio - Allegro - Adagio - Allegro
Partita ex Vienna: Branle de Village - Courante - Sarabande
Sonata a 3, Sinphonia: Allegro - Presto - Adagio - Andante - Adagio - Allegro
Sonata a 4: Moderato - Grave - Grave - Allegro - Andante - Allegro - Andante - Moderato
Sonate I
Sonata a 2
Sonata a 6: Allegro - Presto - Adagio
Sonata: Presto - Adagio

Crossing the Border Trad & Baroque Flute Music

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One of my favourite CDs!

Crossing the Border Trad & Baroque Flute Music
Brian Berryman
Manufacturer: MD&G Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000069KOA
Release Date: 2002-09-24

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One of my favourite CDs!.......2006-05-10

I got this CD shortly after its release in 2002. I am a flute player and I have hundreds of CDs that feature the flute in all types of musical styles, but this is a CD that I listen to more often than the vast majority of the others. Brian Berryman's playng is wonderful; exquisite and precise, but full of personality! The selection of repertoire is also great, a mix of baroque works based on traditional Scots and Irish tunes and some lovely medleys of Irish tunes played in a more traditional style. This CD will appeal to fans of both baroque music and the traditional music of Ireland and Scotland. You won't be sorry if you purchase this!!!

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Amazing 80's Sounding CD From Autograph Singer

My Attitude
Steve Plunkett
Manufacturer: Quality Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Unchain the Night

ASIN: B000001Z09
Release Date: 1991-10-24

Tracks:

Heavy Pettin'
Louie, Louie
Every Little Word
If I Had My Way
Think About It
So Mysterious
My Attitude
You Make Me Bleed
Personality
Flesh And Desire
Dead End Street
When The Tables Turn

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Amazing 80's Sounding CD From Autograph Singer.......2007-04-21

When I think of 80s hard rock/metal a few bands automatically come to mind and make me smile,one is Y&T and the other is Autograph,there was just a really special sound that these bands had. The music had an edge and yet you could almost see the smile and gleam in the eyes of these bands,they were having fun! It wasn't all serious doom and gloom
these guys knew how to have fun,party,and sing darn good music and it showed!

All this leads me to my review of Steve Plunkett's debut solo album 'My Attitude'I think this CD proves that Autograph had a few more great albums in them before they vanished from the scene. It also shows that Steve was one heck of a great songwriter.
These songs have such a great vibe,especially the opening track 'Heavy Pettin' and the 2nd song 'Louie Louie'
it sounds very similar to the first Autograph album 'sign in please' and a bit like the 'Missing Pieces' album from Autograph
not really any giant leaps forward but honestly any drastic change would have ruined this...
The biggest surprise for me was finding one of my favorite songs on here 'If I Had My Way' (which is a beautiful love ballad) that first was on Every Mother's Nightmare's CD 'Wake Up Screaming'
I was so happy to hear this song on here,and Steve does an amazing job with it.

The album is very consistant,not a lot of songs jump out but none let you down either,it's very balanced
and the production is top notch,not to mention Steve is singing as great as ever!
I found this CD by accident (luckily) and I'm glad I bought it

the upside - great 80's style music,performed expertly,the best songs are 'Heavy Pettin' 'Louie Louie' and 'If I Had My Way' but it's really strong the whole way through

the downside - aside from those mentioned,the rest of the songs don't really jump out at you as singles,but that's okay because it sounds great start to finish and it's more of a total experience then 1 or 2 great songs alone,which is the sign of a great CD,the only other negative is I really wish Autograph or Steve would continue to make great music like this,I really miss it

the bottom line - this is perfect for any fan of 80s style hard rock music,it will take you back to a simpler time,great riffs,great singing all done with a smile....I recommend it!!! Donutman says so!!!

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My Gentle Harp

My Gentle Harp

Manufacturer: Centaur
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000IMU8
Release Date: 1999-04-01

Tracks:

My Gentle Harp
Sheebeg And Sheemore
Carolan's Dream
Carolan's Draught
Lament
St. Anne's Reel
Eleanor Plunkett
Carolan's Welcome
Carolan's Concerto
The Clergy's Lamentation
Carolan's Quarrel With The Landlady
Down By The Sally Gardens
Off She Goes
Annie Laurie
Hugh O'Donnell
The Minstrel Boy
Star Of The Country Down
Morgan Magan
The Spinning Wheel
The Harp That Once Thro Tara's Halls
Hewlett
Sliabh Gallion Brae
Lord Inchiquin
Mary From Dungloe
The O'Rourke's Feast
Londonderry Air

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My Gentle Harp.......2000-02-18

Very relaxing celtic harp tunes

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Ascension to Eternity
Division
Manufacturer: Siegen Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000OV8ESA

Product Description

Division's (1998) release "Ascension To Eternity". Song list: 1. Children of the Stone 2. Departed 3. Risen 4. Heaven and Hell 5. Common Bonds 6. Articles of Faith 7. All of Our Yesterdays 8. Temptation 9. Eraser 10. Veiled 11. Rememberance 12. Winter's Rain 13. Free 14. Time Between Times (Live)

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Montage
ParaCelt
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000K5XOC6

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Great Hard Rock With A Smile
Steve Plunkett / My Attitude / Lost and found
Break Through
STEVE PLUNKETT MY ATTITUDE

My Attitude
Steve Plunkett
Manufacturer: Koch
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000AXI6
Release Date: 1995-03-20

Tracks:

Heavy Pettin
Louie Louie
Every Little Word
If I Had My Way
Think About It
So Mysterious
My Attitude
You Make Me Bleed
Personality
Flesh & Desire
Dead End Street
When The Tables Turn
Louie Louie (Club Mix)
Louie Louie (Dub Mix)
Turn Up The Radio ( Edit)
Turn Up The Radio/Regular

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Great Hard Rock With A Smile.......2007-04-21

Steve Plunkett / My Attitude / Lost and found.......2003-01-14

I do Cd mastering for a living and I have to say this collection of songs is a rare find. Steve Plunkett wrote the music on this CD and produced it. You can see a great example what someone can accomplish when they put a heart & sole effort to it. The songs are well put together and the CD has a great flow from start to end. It has a slight 80's feel but I think it still just sounds as fresh today as when it was written. I have finally picked this cd up used (the only way on the net) and as I listen each time, I am more than satisfied with my purchase. I know that you will be glad you did. If you like Autograph, you will love this. This CD takes it in the direction that they were going and it is sad that more people have not heard it. He has such gift to songs that should be shared more. Maybe they should re-release this? Just a thought?

I can say that listening to this makes me wish he did more and it I could buy it somewhere. Steve if you ever do more , please give me a call.

Tim Hull
Zignut Studios

Break Through.......2002-01-04

This album shows the great musician that Steve Plunkett really is. After listening to this album (about 1000 times) I wonder where this sound was while he was with Autograph. The guitar sound in this album is unbeleivable.On Louie Louie he gets Vivian Campbell to do the solo,and on "You Make Me Bleed" and "My Attitude" he reunites with his old bandmates Steve Lynch and Steven Isham. I wish this album would have come out sooner than it did and under Autograph's name because I think it would have made them a maine stay in the 80's instead of one hit WONDERS.

STEVE PLUNKETT MY ATTITUDE.......2001-07-14

This one of my favorite albums. If it was possible to wear out a Cd I would have done it with "My Attitude". Steve's solo work shows how his writing ability with Autograph was mostly Steve's impute. If this album was released in 1987 it would have been a huge money maker for S.Plunkett. Unfortunately the sound of the 80's has been hard to find any more through all the current so called rock thats out there. Steve's never lost his ear for that quality sound. Hope he's going to pry himself away from his TV soundtrack work to kick out another album some day. Will look forward to that.