Alpha and Omega

Alpha and Omega

Alpha and Omega

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
Fusing rock, doom, and metal, Pittsburgh's PENANCE have, over the course of their 10+ year career, become one of the most revered acts within the scene that spawned TROUBLE, THE OBSESSED, SLEEP and a myriad of 70's influenced hard rock bands. Starting with their "Living Truth" demo released in 1990, PENANCE quickly gained the respect of such bands as CATHEDRAL, which led to drummer Mike Smail playing on CATHEDRAL's "Forest of Equilibrium" debut. After a European tour alongside CATHEDRAL and SLEEP, PENANCE released their debut CD "The Road Less Traveled" on CATHEDRAL frontman Lee Dorrian's Rise Above Records in 1992. This garnered enough interest worldwide to pave the way for a deal with Century Media, who released PENANCE's sophomore disc "Parallel Corners" in 1994. "Parallel Corners" was praised by Martin Popoff in "The Guide to Heavy Metal" as one of the five top "post-Sabbath" albums ever released. After several lineup changes front man Brian "Butch" Balich joined PENANCE in 1997, and PENANCE continued to perform live as well as release the "Bridges to Burn" demo in 1998 and the self-released "Proving Ground" CD in 1999. In 2000 PENANCE joined forces with Matt Tuite (ex-WICKERMAN, MUSTACHE) and Mary Bielich (ex-MYTHIC, NOVEMBER'S DOOM, EM SINFONIA) leading to the strongest PENANCE lineup to date. Since then PENANCE has played live alongside Spirit Caravan, Warhorse and Raging Slab, to name a select few. Their Martyr Music Group debut, “alpha and omega” showcases a band of diverse influences and extraordinary talent, whose output spans everything from doom to rock to metal; nine tracks which prove that real ROCK never died.

Product Description
It's obvious that as of right now...this band has never sounded better...that shuddering doom chug and emotive vocal roar all present and correct, but the highlight here for me is “Cold”, a chilling, heartfelt dooooom anthem, laidback but majestically heavy, working up to an addictive rolling-thunder Sab riff...loose and groovy it may be but it's dejected and destructive and all the right doom words too. C'mon brothers and sisters, submit yourselves to Penance.” (9/10, Terrorizer Magazine)

Alpha and Omega,Penance,Martyr Music Group,Doom Metal,Hard Rock,Heavy Metal,Pop,Rock,Stoner Metal
Bullfrogs & Butterflies 4-CD Set
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Excellent
  • It was worth it!
  • Fun, Fun
  • Kids Fun Music
 Bullfrogs & Butterflies 4-CD Set
Agapeland (Author)
Manufacturer: Alpha Omega
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
EducationalEducational | Children's Music | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000C1F8EK
Release Date: 2006-05-24

Tracks:

  1. Floydd Frogg Theme
  2. An Empty Place
  3. Your Conscience
  4. Jesus Was A Little Kid, Too
  5. Jesus Is Never Too Busy
  6. Your Heart
  7. Come To The Light
  8. Something I Have Missed
  9. Into My Heart, Thank You Lord
  10. I've Been Born Again
  11. My Best Friend
  12. An Empty Place (Reprise)

Tracks:

  1. Oh Me, Oh My
  2. My Favorite Things
  3. God's Wonderful Love
  4. Knock, Knock, Knock
  5. I Know Somebody Who Knows
  6. I Love To Say Your Name
  7. Floydd Frogg
  8. There's Been A Metamorphosis
  9. Jesus Gave Me Wings
  10. It's Time To Let My People Go
  11. I Will Praise You, O Lord
  12. My Favorite Things (Reprise)

Tracks:

  1. Welcome To Agapeland
  2. Good Morning
  3. This Is The Day
  4. Rainy Day Song
  5. Kid Talk
  6. I Like Knowing God The Best
  7. My Hands Belong To You
  8. Friends
  9. Practice Makes Perfect
  10. Bullfrogs And Butterflies
  11. Noah
  12. You're So Good To Me

Tracks:

  1. Oh Me, Oh My
  2. A Great Big God
  3. God Likes Fun
  4. Diamond In the Rough
  5. Gifts In My Heart
  6. Make A Noise
  7. King of My Heart
  8. Today Is My Favorite Day
  9. I Love You, Lord
  10. Everything I See
  11. Shout Hallelujah
  12. Lions Weren't Hungry Last Night
  13. Friends Forever

Product Description

These highly entertaining and cleverly written recordings come from the talented producers of the best-selling Christian music series, Music Machine. The characters are endearing and the wisdom they convey is enduring! A great way to entertain your children... catchy songs and stories that build positive character traits! Includes four (4) CDs: 1. I've Been Born Again 2. God Is Great 3. God Is My Friend 4. God Loves Fun

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Excellent.......2007-05-09

I listened to Bullfrog & Butterflies growing up, and now my kids get to do the same.

5 out of 5 stars It was worth it!.......2007-04-04

As a child back in the early 80's, my very first cassette tape was Bullfrogs and Butterflies. I listened to it incessantly (just ask my folks!) I was delighted to discover that it was available on CD, as my treasured cassette now sounded as if I were listening underwater. Now I just pop that CD in so my little 5 month old son can enjoy the upbeat songs with an awesome message.

5 out of 5 stars Fun, Fun.......2006-11-15

I saved up my money to buy these tapes when they first came out and they were my favorite!!! I just recently found them in storage and my kids are now having the pleasure of listening to them. Even the older ones like it. Catchy, upbeat songs that make any day brighter. I'm so glad to see it's now available on CD.

5 out of 5 stars Kids Fun Music.......2006-11-04

All kids love this album. I have raised six of them and they have all loved it.
Music Machine Complete 3-CD Set
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • faith for kids
  • fantastic
 Music Machine Complete 3-CD Set
Agapeland (Author)
Manufacturer: Alpha Omega
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
EducationalEducational | Children's Music | Styles | Music
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  1. Bullfrogs & Butterflies 4-CD Set
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  5. Antshillvania 2: Honeydew Adventure

ASIN: B000BO9P42
Release Date: 2006-02-01

Tracks:

  1. A Land Called Love
  2. Music Machine
  3. The Whistle Song
  4. Smile
  5. The Strong Song
  6. Patience (Herbert The Snail)
  7. Gentleness
  8. Faith
  9. Joy
  10. Peace
  11. Goodness
  12. Love
  13. Self Control
  14. Kindness

Tracks:

  1. When Love Lives In Your Heart
  2. Tune Up Song
  3. The Greatest Thing Of All
  4. Love Never Fails
  5. Glad To Be Me
  6. I Was Made For Love
  7. Sloop Song
  8. Bee Humble
  9. I Love You
  10. Love Waits A Long- Long Time
  11. Everybody Needs A Lot of Love
  12. I Love You- Lord Jesus

Tracks:

  1. Amazing Children
  2. Let the Children Be Children
  3. David
  4. (Glad to See) You Can Be With Me
  5. Joseph
  6. Be Like Children
  7. Me-Raculous!
  8. Bring The Children To Me
  9. Daniel
  10. Samuel
  11. Jesus Was A Little Boy Too
  12. Thank Heaven For Kids
  13. Let the Children Be Children

Product Description

Send your kids on a musical journey to Agapeland - a place where everybody loves to sing, dance and learn about God's love! Featuring real kids' voices and songs even parents will enjoy hearing, these delightful productions teach valuable lessons on the fruits of the Spirit. Includes three (3) CDs. 1. Fruit of the Spirit 2. All About Love 3. Majesty of God

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars faith for kids.......2007-06-09

I remember one of these on LP as a child and the songs have stuck with me for many years. It was a great surprise to find out there are 3 recordings using this catchy idea.
The Original recording is still the best of the 3 in my opinion and I am already playing these for my 18 month old daughter. The songs are kid friendly and have a great message!

5 out of 5 stars fantastic.......2006-12-14

I listened to these CDs when I was a girl (about 20 years ago) and was delighted to find them again for my own children. I have wonderful memories of singing these songs and dressing up and using them in plays with my sister. They are fantastic for kids to learn about God in a format that will stick for the rest of their lives (I am proof)! I have thoroughly enjoyed listening with my three girls.
Alpha and Omega
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Another Consistent Effort From Bizzy
  • Hail the KING OF BONE
  • Short and to the point
  • BEST BIZZY ALBUM
  • WOW
 Alpha and Omega
Bizzy Bone
Manufacturer: Bungalo Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Gangsta & HardcoreGangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
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  1. The Gift
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ASIN: B0002XEDOY
Release Date: 2004-10-19

Tracks:

  1. No Intro
  2. Not Afraid
  3. Died 4 U
  4. Murdah
  5. Capo
  6. Tha Streets
  7. My Niggaz
  8. Thug World
  9. I Understand
  10. We Play
  11. All In Together
  12. Everywhere I Go
  13. Sit Back Relax
  14. Better Run, Better Hide

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Another Consistent Effort From Bizzy.......2006-10-01

So, the "No Intro" intro sucks. Yeah, really, just plain sucks. I was actually kinda worried when the first track of the album was just Bizzy rambling mostly unintelligibly over a ridiculous beat I'm glad he didn't try to rap over. BUT the second song was indeed a saving grace, because I'm sure I wouldn't have listened to the rest of the album if it weren't as good as it is. Bizzy has a habit of putting his better songs first ("Thug'z Cry", "We Ride", etc.) and this cd is no different. One thing I noticed was the differences in his cadences all over this album. Bone Thugs have always been known for their flow and harmony, but Bizzy really makes a point to prove on this album that he is quite lyrical. Case in point, "I Understand", possibly the best song of his career. It showcases a very mature and accountable Bizzy moving on from his past (much like "Demons Surround Me" from Heaven'z Movie). Another dope song on this cd is "All In Together Now" a story of female betrayal with a dope beat and a well put story. Okay, again, with most Bizzy cd's, the weak point is the production. Not just the beats, but some of the choruses. Case in point, the off-key singing on "Die 4 U" works well enough, but I can't get past "Mirror, Mirror on the wall..." from track 12. Overall, this is a dope album, but Bizzy's done better. It's a great addition to your collection if you're a huge Bone Thug fan but if you're just casual fan, this might not be the best choice.

Oh, I really really hate it when rap artists put clean versions of songs on dirty cds. It's just unnecessary, so this album loses points for the otherwise dope "Better Run, Better Hide".

5 out of 5 stars Hail the KING OF BONE.......2006-06-21

This cd shows Bizzy's Tru Talent!!! It also shows how he's a true subject to the industry and went through what other rappers wish they went through. BTNH isn't a crew without Bizzy. Bizzy defines BONE!!!

5 out of 5 stars Short and to the point.......2006-06-09

Hands down Bizzy Bone is the best rap artist of present. I challenge anyone to find a better flowing better ryhming artist with emotion and meaning. You will not find such a person as they do not exist. Bizzy is unmatched and better served stayin solo rather than going back to Bone.

5 out of 5 stars BEST BIZZY ALBUM.......2006-03-08

This albums follows the murder of bizzy bones 'brother' capo alias konfucious. I feel like this album addresses all the issues (such as being a kicked out member of BONE) that comprise the individual bizzy bone. Honest, candid, revealing and passionate, this album is no way commercial but truly heart felt and delivered. With the exception of about 3 or 4 songs...i have enjoyed this album more than any other bizzy solo album.

5 out of 5 stars WOW.......2006-03-05

This is such a nice strong album, I loved it, my mother likes it and she's like OLD. I'd recommed this album to everyone
Dub Philosophy
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Earth Shattering Bass
 Dub Philosophy
Alpha & Omega
Manufacturer: Bsi Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

DubDub | Reggae | International | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Reggae | International | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
ReggaeReggae | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005LONZ
Release Date: 2001-08-07

Tracks:

  1. Chanting
  2. Almighty Dub
  3. Higher Than High
  4. Dubconscious
  5. Cornerstone
  6. Dub Philosophy
  7. Grateful and Humble
  8. Searching for the Dub
  9. Ruler of Them All
  10. Land of Dub
  11. Defeating the Giant
  12. Nothing But the Truth
  13. Dub of Purpose

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Earth Shattering Bass.......2001-08-25

Well it's finally here, the long awaited Alpha & Omega release. First of all I'm always hungry for remixes, but lately I find that Alpha & Omega has a bit too much remixes of the same material. I thought this CD would have been all brand new material, instead it's 95% remixes, however I must admit that these are some of the most serious Bass Heavy, Earth Shattering Mixes that I've ever heard in a dub recording. The tracks are totally disguised in such a way that they sound rightiously fresh. My favorite track is Dub of Purpose which was remixed by "Another Sound System Experience" who totally reconstruct the rhythm to tear down the walls. It's only because I recognized Nishka's vocals I knew it was the remix of the song show me a purpose. I wish I could be there in England to hear the Mighty Jah Shaka lick these sound system burners in the dance. This CD is also much better than their last BSI offering "Mystical Things" If you are an Alpha & Omega fan or just love Dub, pick this up, play loud and feel the vibes of some of the finest british Dub N'Roots. Nuff Respect!
Alpha Omega 3 CD Box Set Volume I [BOX SET] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Even Pirates Should Do Better than This
  • You gotta be kidding me!
  • Beatles' Greatest Hits
  • Greatest Hits
  • missing track
 Alpha Omega 3 CD Box Set Volume I [BOX SET] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]
The Beatles
Manufacturer: AUDIOTAPE INC.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B0006BCD9E

Product Description

This fabulous set of 3 Cds is a compilation of sixty of their greatest hits that have been Dolbyized, musically balanced and digitally enhanced making them the best Beatles recordings available anywhere! not a bootleg or cd-r! Brand new, never played- Original Sealed packaging. This is also the first-ever Beatles greatest hits compilation that was made. It has been digitally remastered from 8 track tape to compact disc audio and is now considered a collectors item! You get songs like: All My Loving, Yesterday, Can't buy me Love, Do You Want to Know a Secret?, Come Together, Day Tripper, I Want to Hold Your Hand, Ticket To Ride, Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds, Michelle,Hey Jude, I'm a Loser, I'm Happy Just to Dance With You, Paperback Writer, Lady Madonna, Eleanor Rigby ANY MANY MANY MORE!

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Even Pirates Should Do Better than This.......2007-05-22

First, this is obviously a pirate collection, as were the LPs that this collection is made from. I bought volumes I and II on E-bay. I wouldn't pay full price for them, and frankly I'm surpised to see them on Amazon.

But even a pirate collection should try to get the labeling correct. Thus far I've only listened to volume I. The track list for the most part follows that on the LPs. However, upon listening, I find that side A has been switched with Side B on the first LP, though the labeling doesn't reflect this. A track is titled "My Love Don't Give Me." However, it is actually "Sgt. Pepper's Lonley Hearts Club Band," the full version, which was also the previous track. "I Feel Fine" is listed, but it is actually "We Can Work it Out," which is repeated elsewhere. "Nowhere Man" and "Ob La Di, Ob La Da" are listed, but in fact these tracks are repeats of tracks found elsewhere.

Otherwise, the CD appears to be lifted directly from LPs, with pops an crackles included.

I bought this purely for nostalgic reasons, having owned the LPs, but shoddy even by pirate standards, it disappoints.

1 out of 5 stars You gotta be kidding me!.......2006-12-07

Why did they put this on CD?I could understand owning the actual record,but owning this poorly recorded album on CD?Has anyone done their research on this album?

5 out of 5 stars Beatles' Greatest Hits.......2005-08-24

This is a fantastic collection of The Beatles greatest hits. Three cds full of some of their best songs. It even icludes some of their solo work. Excellent selection of songs!

5 out of 5 stars Greatest Hits.......2005-03-19

This is the best collection of The Beatles hits you will find on CD. It is 3 discs full of 60 of their best songs. I highly recommend this collection.

2 out of 5 stars missing track.......2005-02-27

The editorial review says that these recordings were transfered from 8 track tapes but you can distinctly hear crackles and pops that are only heard when playing an vinyl record. And they were Dolbyized? I can tell you these recordings were not cleaned up at all. No pop, crackle, or surface noise removal has been done. No normalization either. The songs also appear in a different order than listed on the CD cover. And where is the song "I Feel Fine"? It is listed on the track list but is nowhere to be found on the disc. "We Can Work It Out" does appear twice, however. I do think the idea of combining Beatles and related solo material is cool though. Consider buying this album after it has been re-re-remastered. I can't give anything Beatles less than two stars.
Alpha-Omega
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • By itself, a great album...
  • Got me into Hardcore and tatoos :)
  • Great METAL-Album
  • Eyes of Tomorrow as relevant today as it was in 1992
  • different but still good
 Alpha-Omega
Cro-Mags
Manufacturer: Century Media
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

HardcoreHardcore | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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  1. Near Death Experience
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ASIN: B000005HL8
Release Date: 1992-05-12

Tracks:

  1. See The Signs
  2. Eyes Of Tomorrow
  3. The Other Side Of Madness (Revenge)
  4. Apocalypse Now
  5. The Paths Of Perfection
  6. Victims
  7. Kuruksetra
  8. Changes

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars By itself, a great album..........2005-11-26

First of all, we cannot pretend to get the latest album of our favorite group playing in the same way than their first demo tape. For their die-hard fans, Cro-Mags had to stay in their niche forever, playing the same hardcore and getting old at the CBGB (if you're one of them, don't buy it and save your money). Obviously "Alpha-Omega" hasn't much in common with previous albums like "Age of Quarrel" or "Best Wishes" but, not from the point of view of hardcore but from heavy metal (or whatever you name it) this is a GREAT ALBUM. Clean sound, powerful riffs, Harley Flanagan singing at his best. Do we need something else? NOP, they did a really good job. Congratulations and Cro-Mags forever!!!

5 out of 5 stars Got me into Hardcore and tatoos :).......2005-11-12

This album (alongside Biohazard's Urban Discipline) is a big chunk of my teens years, this album served as a buffer for me to start listening to hardcore as it is a crossover between metal and hardcore. I saw them live in Paris, France, after a day of skateboarding with a busted ankle, and seeing John Joseph stretch in preparation for the concert, man those were the good days, they were so good live.....I was very attracted to the lyrics, Indian mythology graphics and amazing krishna tattoos they had. Here I am 14 years later, I got krishna tattos, and I still make sure I rock hard, I'm glad the Cro Mags were a part of my life as they gave me mental strentgh and stamina.... So, this album is a great metal/HC album, of course, their first album "the age of quarell" is conisdered as one of the cornerstones of NY hardcore, but "Alpha-Omega" is a good addition as it is a more truly technical and spiritual masterpiece. The album includes the best lineup of the Cro-Mags (John "Bloodklut" Jospeh, Harley Flanagan and Paris Mayhew),John Joseph has great vocals and he bring all of his notorious attitude forth, same can be said for their legendary Bass player Harley, the man with the devil holding planet earth - tatood on his chest....Before there were posers and whiny dirtballs, there were the cro-mags, the real bad-asses of New York.... Unfortuntaly, the band shatterd afterwards into lesser bands (mediocre to say the least, but still with a great presence), speeking of which: the only good album done after Alpha-Omega belong to Harley-Flanagan's "White Devil", it's a 5song EP, and it's amazingly good, but good luck finding it...

5 out of 5 stars Great METAL-Album.......2005-06-03

Why is this album so unpopular? In my opinion, it's one of the best Metal Albums from 1992. Of course it's more "Thrash Metal/Crossover"-Stuff, than old school Hardcore. But it's really great in what it's trying to deliver. "See The Signs" is just typical Cro-Mags-style. "Eyes Of Tomorrow" ia one of the best examples for the combination of Rap and Metal I have ever heard. "The Other Side Of Madness" ist a catchy, Dokken-like Metal tune, but it get's really heavy with "Apocalypse Now". What a great song, starting of with really FAT Doom Riffs, before it gets faster after 3 minutes, and ends in a terrific climax. The next three songs might not belong on a "Best Of" zhe Cro Mags, beginning with "Path To Perfection", sounding like a song, just made to get a video on MTV. Victims and Kurusetra are quite unspectacular, but still good. And it all ends with "Changes", a song, that might remind you a lot of the best from Life Of Agony's "River Runs Red". Very emotional singing, crushing Riffs, effective changes in speed. One of my all time favorites. This makes up a true classic in my opinion. Different than the albums before, but still great AND influential, especially on bands, like Life of Agony or Biohazard.

4 out of 5 stars Eyes of Tomorrow as relevant today as it was in 1992.......2004-05-17

Give it another listen. I think it ages well -- even the modest amount of turntablist scratching toward the end of "Eyes of Tomorrow" is prescient -- and it's great to hear them pissed off about all the crap that was going on then, from Iraq to environmentalism. Too bad so little has changed.

4 out of 5 stars different but still good.......1999-12-30

After many hard listens to this cd, I have come to the conclusion that it does stand up as another great Cro Mags release. Yes, it does have more ballads than one would expect but they are so well written and the combination of "Age of Quarrel" singer Jon Joseph & "Best Wishes" singer Harley flannigan is truely a treat to the ears. This album has the best of both worlds, although is not as good as the afore mentioned titles. Simply your collection is not complete without Alpha Omega, the third Cro Mags release.
Mystical Things
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Alpha & Omega - 'Mystical Things' (BSI Records)
 Mystical Things
Alpha & Omega
Manufacturer: BSI
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

DubDub | Reggae | International | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Reggae | International | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B00004RI70
Release Date: 2000-03-28

Tracks:

  1. It Hurts
  2. There Must Be A Dub
  3. Wounded
  4. Is This A Dream
  5. Sea Of Dub
  6. Cry From Shanty Town
  7. Poor Man's Dub
  8. King Lion
  9. Elephant Dance
  10. Back Against The Wall Of Babylon
  11. Mystical Things
  12. Grasshopper

Album Details

A and O have Helped Forge a New Genre of Uniquely British Roots Based Music with Hints of Massive Attack, Trip Hop and Jungle at One End of the Spectrum and On-u Sound and Ambient Acts Like the Rob at the Other.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Alpha & Omega - 'Mystical Things' (BSI Records).......2004-12-31

To avoid any confusion,this is the London based duo of John Sprosen-keyboards and Christine Woodbridge-bass.It's a little tough to describe Alpha&Omega's music,but how about,say part British reggae and part ambient dub?Yes,that does seem a bit out there,but then again 'Mystical Things' is quite a ways off the beaten path.The tracks that I thought tend to stand out a bit were the dreamy "It Hurts",the instrumental "Wounded","Sea Of Dub" and the title cut "Mystical Things".Might appeal to fans of Morcheeba,Air,Stereolab and Yabby You.
Marcel Pérès, Ensemble Organum - Signature
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		Marcel Pérès, Ensemble Organum - Signature

    Manufacturer: Harmonia Mundi
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
    Sacred & ReligiousSacred & Religious | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems
    Vocal & SongVocal & Song | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems
    GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
    ChantsChants | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
    MassesMasses | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
    NoelsNoels | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
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    General ChristmasGeneral Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music
    ASIN: B00000074O
    Release Date: 1994-06-14

    Tracks:

    1. The Gradual Of Eleanor Of Brittany: Kyrie Orbis Factor - Gilberte Casabianca
    2. 12th Cent Polyphony in Aquitaine (St. Martial De Limoges) - Dominique Vellard
    3. Chant Of The Church Of Milan: Caticum Ecce Quam Bonum Et Jocundum - Josep Benet/Josep Cabre
    4. Cistercian Chant (12 Cent Monodies): Alleluia Inter Natos Mulierum - Marcel Peres
    5. Josquin Desprez: Hymn Pange Lingua - Marcel Peres/Ens Organum
    6. 18th Cent Plainchant Of Auxerre Cathedral: Alleluia - Josep Benet/Josep Cabre/Malcolm Bothwell
    7. The Chantilly Codex: Adieu Vous Di - Marcel Peres
    8. The Faenza Codex: J'Ay Grant Desepoir - Gerard Lesne
    9. The Faenza Codex: J'Ay Grant Desepoir - Marcel Peres
    10. Notre-Dame School: Mass For Christmas Day. Sanctus - Josep Benet/Josep Cabre/Gerard Lesne
    11. The Play Of The Pilgrims To Emmaus: Antiphon Ego Sum Alpha Et Omega - Marcel Peres/Ens Organum
    12. Carmina Burana, The Great Mystery Of The Passion: Hymn Gloria Laus - Marcel Peres/Ens Organum
    13. The Mass Of Tournai: Agnus Dei - Josep Benet/Josep Cabre/Malcolm Bothwell
    14. Chants Of The Roman Church: Office For Good Friday Improperia - Malcolm Bothwell/Lycourgos Angelopulos
    Alpha and Omega
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • The Children Of Doom Return To Make You Feel Their Pain
    		 Alpha and Omega
    Penance
    Manufacturer: Martyr Music Group
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00005QXFI
    Release Date: 2001-11-06

    Tracks:

    1. Wizards of Mind
    2. New Machine
    3. See The Light
    4. Reaching
    5. Eden Fallen
    6. Love Dies
    7. Cold
    8. Drown Me in a Sea of Empty
    9. Misery Song

    Album Description

    It's obvious that as of right now...this band has never sounded better...that shuddering doom chug and emotive vocal roar all present and correct, but the highlight here for me is “Cold”, a chilling, heartfelt dooooom anthem, laidback but majestically heavy, working up to an addictive rolling-thunder Sab riff...loose and groovy it may be but it's dejected and destructive and all the right doom words too. C'mon brothers and sisters, submit yourselves to Penance.” (9/10, Terrorizer Magazine)

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars The Children Of Doom Return To Make You Feel Their Pain.......2002-04-20

    Alpha And Omega is more than just a collection of songs,it is an experience. Many would call the music on this cd suicidal,but I found it to be an electric catharsis. The five individuals that crafted this nigh masterpiece of mood seem to take a lifetime's worth of sorrow and disillusionment,wallow in it for awhile,and then expunge it to purify their souls and yours too. Maybe I'm reading too much into Alpha And Omega,but to me listening to this record was like being left behind in a dark forest in the dead of night while nine sonic wolves nip at,bay at,and stalk you until daybreak. Black Sabbath is an obvious influence,but I also hear bands like Quartz,Cathedral,Trouble and the Spiritual Beggars on tracks like "Wizards Of Mind","See The Light",and "Reaching". Naturally,I would recommend this to fans of doom metal and "stoner rock",but I would go even further to include anyone who wants to explore the nameless,unknowable parts of their own psyche via quality,cast-iron songcraft. Alpha And Omega is the aural equivalent of weathering a storm in a turbulent sea with only a vessel built from Sabbath,Bloody,Sabbath,Psalm 9,Stand Up And Fight,and Ad Astra to shield you from the elements.

    There are problems with the disc,namely the somewhat muddy production,and the spacey,psychadelic parts,but one suspects that this was intentional. The production making the music sound appropriately ancient,like a trip through an old,long-abandoned cerebral coal mine,and the slow contemplative parts symbolizing calm before and after total chaos.Penance are adults(in the true, mental sense) writing about anguish,and frustration.They are not a childish nu-metal band performing "songs" that are about rebellion and resenting your parents.Penance should be commended for their personal,mature take on what could and is often easily cliched. Wednesday's children are full of woe indeed,but this time they are armed with all the power chords and Jupiterian riffage needed to frighten away one's inner demons.
    DAN CHADBURN solo piano
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Sleeping with Dan...
    • Dan Chadburn's Solo Piano - A classic!
    • from Solo Piano Publications
    • Solo Piano will calm your soul;take a deep breath&enjoy
    • musically awesome////throatgrabbing beauty
    		 DAN CHADBURN solo piano

    Manufacturer: Alpha Omega Music Arlington, VA 22216-7866
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    1. Dan Chadburn Reflections

    ASIN: B00000IMP6
    Release Date: 1998-05-17

    Tracks:

    1. Beginnings
    2. Shadow Dances
    3. Solitude
    4. City Lights
    5. Ne'er Forgotten
    6. Silence Once Served
    7. Never Alone
    8. Midnight Romance
    9. Create in Me
    10. New Age Rhapsody
    11. Elegy
    12. Home Again
    13. Dawn Arisin'

    Album Description

    The recipient of two WAMA nominations for Best New Age Album and Best New Age Instrumental, DAN CHADBURN solo piano is a perfect choice for relaxation while at the office, in the car, or at home. The CD contains nearly a full hour of melodically soothing acoustic piano. All tracks are originals.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars Sleeping with Dan..........2003-01-12

    A while ago I was given Dan Chadburn's CD, Solo Piano as a gift and had set it aside until recently. While I was down with the flu, I went looking for some soothing music to help me sleep. I found Mr. Chadburn's CD and thought it sounded like a perfect choice - and It was! It not only quickly ushered me into peaceful dreams but (having my player set on continuous play) was there to welcome me awake with inspiration, energy and HEALTH! I'm no Doctor, but I figured if sleeping with Dan Chadburn helped me get well, what would living with him do for me? Ok, I'm being silly here...but I really am a HUGE fan now! Playing his Solo Piano while I work, play, and LIVE has really been amazing -- his music speaks the perfect language of inspiration and peace to my soul. Please, don't take my word for it... Let your soul decide -- Enjoy!

    5 out of 5 stars Dan Chadburn's Solo Piano - A classic!.......2000-03-27

    A classical piano masterpiece... this is easily one of my favorite soothing cd's. I have the sheet music book as well, which is amazing... complex! I ordered Reflections from Dan and once I have it, I'll get that book too... Buy this album! --mark-- np: Dan Chadburn - Solo Piano

    5 out of 5 stars from Solo Piano Publications.......2000-02-02

    Dan Chadburn's debut recording is a soaring collection of thirteen wonderful compositions and improvisations. Some solo piano albums seem a bit empty and in need of accompaniment, but Dan clearly indicates why solo piano can be the most expressive of any musical medium. I've probably listened to this album at least twenty times, but each time, I've discovered something new, and the songs always seem as fresh as the first time I heard them. Dan's playing style reflects his classical background, as well as his love of improvisation, and his compositions are full of passion and emotion without being overblown or melodramatic.

    The CD opens with "Beginnings", a sweetly uplifting piece full of hope and the joy of discovery. "Solitude" is spare and very atmospheric - I can picture someone playing this in a dark, empty room with only moonlight for illumination. My favorite song on the album is "Silence Once Served", an introspective piece of musical soul-searching. The melody is simple, but so heartfelt that it affects me every time. "Midnight Romance" is a gently swirling waltz - quiet but passionate. "Elegy" is my other favorite piece. As its title indicates, there is a feeling of loss and sadness, but there is also a feeling of celebration of someone's life. Gentle, yet very strong, there is an intensely personal feeling in this piece. "Home Again" lightens the mood, conveying warmth and a sense of relief at being back "home" - very contented!

    Excellent from start to finish, I highly recommend this album!

    5 out of 5 stars Solo Piano will calm your soul;take a deep breath&enjoy.......1999-07-13

    Finding Dan Chadburn's Solo Piano CD has been a gift - this is the CD that will brighten up your life. Open your heart. Light your favorite candles. Share this music with a special friend.

    5 out of 5 stars musically awesome////throatgrabbing beauty.......1999-05-28

    melodic soulful uplifting and perfectly wonderul. purchased four copies for myself and as gifts.waiting for new album...

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