Vices

Vices

Track Listings

1. Heavy Metal Shuffle

2. Vices

3. Stay on Top

4. Dreamin' About You

5. Maneater

6. On the Road to Rock

7. Cause for Alarm

8. Alive and Kickin'

9. All the Right Moves

10. Just Passin' Through

Tracks:

Song To See You Through
Spirit
Pursuit On 53rd St.
Black Water
Eyes Of Silver
Road Angel
You Just Can't Stop It
Tell Me What You Want (And I'll Give You What You Need)
Down In The Track
Another Park, Another Sunday
Daughters Of The Sea
Flying Cloud

Customer Reviews:

A nice choice for all Doobies fans!.......2007-06-08

Even when this DBs album didn't reach the peaks of popularity obtained wih "Toulouse Street" or "The Captain And Me" back in the 70s, the Doobies made a remarkable musical work in this album, in their characteristic 'Doobie-Wah' style.
Included are some very nice tunes like "Eyes OF Silver", "You Can't Stop It", a very nice romantic song titled "Tell Me What You Want (And I'll Give You What You Need)" (why this ever was selected as a major radio Hit?), and the wonderful, beautiful Superhit "Black Water", at no doubt one of the best Doobies' creatures!!!
Believe me, this CD is worth to be included in your collection even if you're not a serious Doobies fan!

One of the bests from the 70's.......2007-02-24

Besides The Captain And Me, this album represents the original Doobie sound before M. McDonald, featuring, in my opinion, more artistic and energetic sides of their sound. Every song is well-crafted with full of ideas. This is absolutely one of the best classic R&R archives from the 70's.

This is THE difinitive Doobies album!.......2007-01-31

When I first heard the music of The Doobie Brothers, it was from a greatest hits album. I knew that some groups are only good as far as their hits go (cough cough, Eagles, cough), so I was hesitant to get any of their albums. I went with Vices since I loved "Black Water" so much, and...woah! I was totally blown away! Every single track on this album is absolutely amazing, except perhaps "Pursuit on 53rd St." But really, the album has a bunch of rockin' songs, some smooth ballads, and some more mystical sounding songs in a perfect blend of 70's rock goodness. I have since purchased most of the Doobie Brothers' other albums, and while they are good, they still can't quite hold up to this masterpiece of sound. Get it now!

It is now a habit listening to this.......2007-01-14

This is the best of all the Doobie Brothers cds. Nice tracks one after the other.

Doobie Magic.......2006-12-02

What I find most appealing is the free spirited song building that goes on through each track. I sit here and imagine the guys sitting back and letting their accomplished guitar skills wind together with spacious vocal harmonies. And then they take the lid off the can-of-whoop---. If you have ever witnessed a jazz or folk jam session live, this album recreates that vision the minute you close your eyes. Back in the 90's, Washington Sq Park in NYC had an acoustic trio who belted out this sort of stuff... And to the other "disenfranchised" poster... keep in mind that pop culture has always been crafted by big corporations. Early DB's is not that kind of music.

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One Vice Worth Having!
Super poppy with some good parts.
Great Rock Record
This took two years to write?
One vice you'll want to have

Vices
Dead Poetic
Manufacturer: Tooth & Nail Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Vices

Customer Reviews:

One Vice Worth Having!.......2007-07-03

This CD shows that Dead Poetic is improving with each CD. It took me at least ten listens to this CD to come up with a clear cut favorite - "Long Forgotten" but with songs like "Cannibal vs. Cunning, Lioness, Self-Destruct and Die (my son's favorite), Narcotic", and "The Victim" it was a hard choice for me. I can listen to this CD over and over and never get tired of it.

Super poppy with some good parts........2007-06-17

Dead Poetic has some really good songs but they are pretty dam poppy for me. Im not really into radio rock but I have expanded my tolerance recently but these guys still push the limit of what I can take at times. I would say that this cd is worth the purchase but overall its not one of my favorites.

Great Rock Record.......2006-11-03

Four Wall Blackmail put this band on the map. Their invigorating blend of post-hardcore and Thursday worship was perfectly timed. New Medicines catapulted this band to the top of the new wave screamo genre. The maturation of their earlier sound combined with a more refined songwriting ability allowed the band to create an undeniably forceful release. Vices will be the album that paints a picture of a band persevering through adversity and coming out on the other side stronger than ever before. This album, without a doubt, shows the band coming together to create their most mature release to date and, at the same time, shows that they're not concerned with riding along on the wave of the popular genre of the day.

Strip away what you previously knew about this band. This isn't a screamo release. This isn't a scene-centric CD. This isn't a cliché ridden album. This isn't like their last two efforts. What this album is, is a straight ahead, solid, rock record. I'm sure that to many fans this is the worst news in the world, but to those of you can look beyond a band's looks and past, those of you who simply enjoy good music, this is as solid of a release as you will find in the rock arena.

The biggest change that people will notice is the lack of screaming. This really shouldn't feel like that big of a change, however, as it is easy to see the natural progression of the band from their inception to the current day in regards to this piece of the band. Their first record was raw and emotional, with a moderately heavy focus on screaming. Their sophomore effort had considerably less screaming as the focus was more on using it to augment passages of songs as opposed to being the focal point, with there even being a couple of songs that were found on New Medicines sans screaming. With the complete removal of screaming, the band is now able to focus more on creating cohesive songs that have more musical depth. Besides, Brandon Rike has one of the more infectious and striking voices in modern rock, so why take away from his vocals by overlaying them with extraneous yelling?

Musically, there is a stronger consistency in the songs on this album. Whereas in the past there was a strong distinction between the band's softer, intricate moments and their heavier, quicker songs, Vices has a smooth consistency that is rarely broken. Yes, there are definitely slower and quicker songs, but the flow between them feels natural. The only slight misstep the band may have taken is overloading the second half of the disc with slower numbers. Within the first seven songs there is only one down tempo number, "In Coma", whereas in the second half you have "Paralytic", "Animals", and "Copy of a Copy" sporting slower and more mellowed tempos.

One criticism that is sure to crop up is the length of the album at 50 minutes over the 14 tracks laid down. Really, this isn't much of a criticism as there are no wasted tracks, no boring interludes, and no true filler. Each song differs enough from any other on the album, as well as explores different territory than the band's past releases, that you don't get the feeling of being bored.

Once you dig into the release, you'll see that the band has managed to soar beyond the expectations set upon them. Take, for example, what could be argued as being the best track on the CD -- "In Coma". Taking on a slower pace with guitar tones similar to previous songs "Glass in the Trees" and "The Dream Club Murders", the band creates an introspective verse structure that leads into an emotional and strong chorus, yet tender enough to not feel like it was forced. All the while Rike croons what is some of his most mature and deep lyrics to date. It's great to see Rike able to create as open and creative lyrics as he does because when all the vocals are sung, you can't disguise bad lyrics by simply yelling them incomprehensibly.

The majority of the heavier rocking tracks on this release sees a lot of modern alternative rock influence, most notably a nod to mid-career Blindside, Obsession era Eighteen Visions, and late career Deftones mixed with the late 90's rock appeal of bands like Stone Temple Pilots and Pearl Jam. The band doesn't so much sound like the latter two groups, but the structuring of the songs and the straight forward nature of the tracks hearkens back to such bands, if only they were given a modern facelift.

Notice should also be given to the guest appearance by Chino Moreno of Deftones fame on the track "Paralytic". This is another strong song and the addition of Chino's backing vocals helps to give it that extra punch, even though the song is one of the more melodic tracks, sounding very close in feeling to something out of A Perfect Circle's catalog.

When all is said and done, this is Dead Poetic at their best. This album is not going to be what you expect if you go into it with any pre-conceived notions of what to expect. There are still elements of their sound present, but they've grown up and walked down their own path instead of following in the footsteps of what's currently trendy and popular. Classic rock, modern rock, hard rock, melodic rock, whatever you want to subclass it as, the only thing you really need to know is that this is at its core just wonderful rock music. Period.

This took two years to write?.......2006-11-01

I love Dead Poetic's first two albums, so much that I consider the band to be my fourth favorite band (Foo Fighters, Blindside, Dredg are 1-3). But I find it hard to believe that this was the best the band could possibly do on this album. My actual overall rating would be 3.5 out of 5 stars, with the possibility to move up after I've given the album 10+ spins.

Breakdown:

Track 1: 3/5
Track 2: 4/5
Track 3: 5/5
Track 4: 4/5
Track 5: 5/5
Track 6: 2/5
Track 7: 3/5
Track 8: 4/5
Track 9: 3/5
Track 10: 5/5
Track 11: 0/5
Track 12: 3/5
Track 13: 3/5
Track 14: 4/5

Top 3: Self-Destruct & Die, In Coma, and Paralytic (gorgeous)

In my opinion, this was a step back for the band, because I loved EVERY song off the previous two albums (no joke).

One vice you'll want to have.......2006-10-31

Dead Poetic's third studio release, "Vices", is nothing short of fantastic. It's been a long time in production (and I've been a long time in waiting) and I must say, as a Dead Poetic fan, I am more than satisfied.

Now, if you follow Dead Poetic's recoded history, one notices that each album is unlike the last -- each bringing forth it's own dimension of originality with a "raw rawk" taste. "Vices" is no exception. Although a slightly more commercial than their latest releases, this new album is sure to have you singing along and drumming on the steering wheel (or thigh, depending on where you are). Songs like "Narcotic" and "Lioness" are more on the edgier side, while "In Coma" tends more to the "emo-esque" side. The band said themselves that they don't consider their music any one genre and, true to their word, Dead Poetic can only be compared with Dead Poetic.

Musically, "Vices" is a fantastic mixture of power and melody. I do believe that, without the extensive screaming (encountered in "Four Wall Blackmail" and lessened in "New Medicines") Dead Poetic will see an increase in their fan base (my wife, for example) -- while still edgy enough to maintain their older fans (like me). Lyrically, they've always been, well, poetic (pardon the cliché) and innovative. Speaking to problems that are heart-spawned, "Vices" is surely to catch your ear and your wit.

So, basically, you have an awesome album made by a fantastic band. This is an album no one should deny themselves.

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What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits
The Doobie Brothers
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Song to See You Through
Spirit
Pursuit on 53rd St.
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You Just Can't Stop It
Tell Me What You Want (And I'll Give You What You Need)
Down in the Track
Another Park, Another Sunday
Daughters of the Sea
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Album Details

Japanese Limited Edition Issue of the Album Classic in a Deluxe, Miniaturized LP Sleeve Replica of the Original Vinyl Album Artwork.

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Too Good For Conventional Radio Airplay?

What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits
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Release Date: 2006-12-11

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Song to See You Through
Spirit
Pursuit on 53rd St.
Black Water
Eyes of Silver
Road Angel
You Just Can't Stop It
Tell Me What You Want (And I'll Give You What You Need)
Down in the Track
Another Park, Another Sunday
Daughters of the Sea
Flying Cloud [Instrumental]

Album Description

Limited Edition European pressing of this album comes house in a miniature LP sleeve. WEA. 2006.

Album Details

Limited Edition Reissue of the Original Doobie Brothers Album in a Special LP Sleeve Replica that Duplicates all of the Original Vinyl Package that was Originally Released on Warner Brothers Records. The Detail Goes Down to the Warner Brothers Inner Sleeve (Which Typically Solicited Compilations of Other Label Artists) and the Version of the Label Used on the Original Album. This Package also Includes Full Lyrics (In English as Well as Japanese).

Customer Reviews:

Too Good For Conventional Radio Airplay?.......2007-07-29

This CD is my favorite studio recording by the Doobie Brothers. You might see them on the cover as performing live but this is actually a studio recording from 1974. There were at least 5 hits that were played over the radio. The most popular song was "Black Water" the rest were only heard occasionally such as "Eyes of Silver (shine on, shine on)" and "Another Park Another Sunday". This last song was rumored to be banned by some radio stations at the time over a lyric it contained which stated "the radio seems to bring me down". There were other tracks that recieved occasional airplay as well including "Tell Me what you want and I'll give you what you need" and "Spirit". This CD is a masterpiece and I am recommending this particular edition because of it's great sound.

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Shoulda been huge
Blown Away

Vices
Circus of Power
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Customer Reviews:

Shoulda been huge.......2006-02-07

This album shoulda made these guys huge...too bad it was released when big hair and power ballads ruled rock-n-roll. There simply isn't a bad song on here. Ok..simple man/simple woman is just OK, but other than that it kicks maximum ass.

Blown Away.......2004-05-12

I was impressed with this bands "Magic and Madness" album. Then I discovered they had an even earlier album...so I checked it out and was left awestruck! "Vices" is raw, old-school type rock and f-in' roll! The lead singer has a voice that reminds me of Glen Danzig, but a little more "ballsy". The band's sound on this album is reminiscent of early AC/DC and KISS and maybe a hint of The Doors here and there. I am "Blown Away" by this album and HIGHLY recommend it for EVERYONE! Check it out....you won't be sorry.........I garuantee it!

Psaumes et Chansons de la Réforme (Psalms and Anthems of the Reformation - Dominique Visse, Ensemble Clement Janequin

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Product Description

Rare original Japanese import on Victor Japan.

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REMASTERED!

What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits

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Customer Reviews:

REMASTERED!.......2006-07-17

I purchased a Japanese import of one of the Doobie titles in error. When I received the disc, I decided that returning it would be too much of a hassle.

However, when I played the CD, I got a pleasant surprise: It is remastered and sounds fantastic.

The only title in the domestic Doobie catalog that has any sonic improvement is the Rhino "Long Train Runnin'" box set.

I A/B'd this disc against the set and they sound identical.

I picked up the remainder of the Japanese import Doobie albums, and they're all upgraded.

So, FINALLY, the Doobie catalog has been properly brought into the digital world. Leave it to the Japanese to finally get it right, because there's nobody at Warner Brothers who gives a damn.