Wishing Well [Import]

Wishing Well [Import]

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Japanese edition of 1997 debut by new metal trio featuringvocalist & guitarist Greg Leon, ex-Survivor drummer MarkDroubay and bassist Stuart Brooks, whose previous creditsinclude playing with Was (Not Was), Alphaville, Sam Brown,Champion Jack Dupree, Gary

Tracks:

Wishing
Nightmares
Transfer Affection
What Am I Supposed To Do
Electrics
The Traveller
2:30
Over The Border
The Fall
(It's Not Me) Talking
Committed (Extended Version)
Quicksand
I Ran (Live)

Album Description

The Grammy-Award winning band's 1983 album finally makes its compact disc debut in the United States. A Billboard Top 20 album, Listen features four hit singles: "Wishing (I Had a Photograph of You)", "Nightmares", "Transfer Affection", and "(It's Not Me) Talking". Three bonus tracks have been added, including the 80s alternative radio classic, "Committed". All songs are newly digitally remastered and the booklet contains complete lyrics for the first time. Furthermore, journalist Stephen "Spaz" Schnee has compiled new liner notes based on a 2004 interview with Mike and Ali Score.

Customer Reviews:

Missing Key Tracks.......2006-08-14

The reissue of A Flock Of Seagulls brilliant second album "Listen" disappoints for a number of reasons. First, why has the album never included the beautiful 9:38 version of "Wishing" that was released as a 12 inch single in the UK? Even the US promo EP has a 6:05 version that has the same gorgeous intro as the UK 12 inch. (The US album version clocks in at 5:30, this has been the version issued ad nauseum, except for the seriously truncated 3:58 US 45 version). Second, where are "Rosenmontag" and "The Last Flight of Yuri Gagarin"? I have a former edition of the CD, released in 1992 by Beehive Trading Limited (perhaps UK?) which has these two tracks, as well as "Quicksand", but no "Committed", which I only have on the aforementioned US EP and UK 12 inch. Buy this disc for what's here; the rating is for the "business" end of things, not for the fantastic music.

Dreamy and Hypnotic; Outstanding New Wave Rock.......2005-04-18

Dreamy and Hypnotic; Outstanding New Wave Rock

All right, I'll admit, maybe this band from Liverpool, England, took themselves just a little too seriously in 1983, what with the silly hairstyles and odd fashion sense. Maybe they let the Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental in 1982 go to their hair-do's. And maybe my 4-Star rating might be just a bit inflated, being that I've been an undying fan of AFOS since their first record, which is still today one of my all-time favorite albums. But cast all that aside, and you'll find that this is a darn good album, difficult as that may be for the casual listener to believe. While "Listen" departs from the harder-edged sound of the debut LP, it does find its own groove within a somewhat softer and more techno-fied atmosphere. Don't get me wrong; a few songs still rock pretty good, highlighting the work by amazing lead guitarist Paul Reynolds. But for the most part, the in-your-face guitar licks of the first album are relegated to the middle-ground, or background completely, while the drums and keyboards are pushed forward (could it be that the Score brothers; singer and keyboardist Mike, and drummer Ali, wanted their handiwork to overshadow that of Reynolds and bassist Frank Maudsley? Who knows.). In general, the formula works, in the context of the album as a whole. "Wishing" is brilliant, except for the annoying "buzz" sound heard on every single drum beat of the song (too bad that wasn't eliminated for the remastered release). "Nightmares" reminds one of how it felt to be eight years old and alone in the dark. "Transfer Affection" is a lovely ballad, found also on the Flock's "Best Of" CDs. "What Am I Supposed To Do?" is a fast-tempo tune, but does evoke sadness from the listener, as the song is about a painful breakup. "Electrics", "The Traveler", "Over The Border" and "It's Not Me Talking" are all New Wave-Rock oriented, while "2:30" seems to be really not much of anything; just synth effects that open with what sounds like an earthquake. Only "The Fall" causes me to hit the skip button. It's not all that bad, just a bit too slow and a bit too monotonous, even for the `Gulls. Two of the three bonus tracks are worth the price of the disc alone. The grunge-like "Quicksand" could have been a rock-radio favorite, had the group used it as a single instead of a b-side. It still stands up as one of the Flock's very best rock songs. And the live version of "I Ran" (the b-side of "It's Not Me Talking", at least in the U.S.) manages to capture the raw energy of the original studio recording. For some reason, there are two songs from the original CD and cassette releases that are missing from this reissue; "Rosenmontag" and "The Last Flight of Yuri Gagarin." Both were weird techno-flavored instrumentals, which tells me that AFOS, along with other British synth-rock bands and artists (like Gary Numan), were musical visionaries rather than One Hit Wonders. So if you're reading this you must be thinking about buying the CD. Do it, and also what the title suggests.

IT'S ABOUT TIME!!!!!!.......2005-02-15

In the year 1983, we were introduced to (among other things)both Listen by A Flock of Seagulls AND the CD. So why it took 22 years for Listen to come out on CD (and why we were stuck with nothing but 'best hits' albums by A Flock on CD during this time)is quite beyond my comprehension. But as they say, better late than never. Now I have to agree that it would have been FAR better to include the omitted songs than get another version of I Ran (like you can't find this song in enough places already). But I guess we just have to take what we can get. And an actual CD beats scratchy old vinyl (or a CD-R made from scratchy old vinyl) ANY DAY. If you like A Flock Of Seagulls, or if you just like New Wave in general (Admit it, you do. After all, you entered A Flock Of Seagulls as a search parameter. And Deftones and Linkin Park fans don't do this!), this CD is a must-have. Give your turntable a rest and hear this album WITHOUT the pops and scratches!

Their best........2004-11-18

Oh my gosh! Am I dreaming? This can't be! Just as I was fixing to leave the record/electronics last week after being there for 2-3 hours, it suddenly occurred to me that I almost forgot to check the bin for my favorite band of all time, A Flock of Seagulls. And, lo and behold, what do I find but a CD reissue (!) of 1983's "Listen", as well as a copy of "Platinum and Gold". I couldn't help but get 'em both!

In fact, I still have their first 3 TAPES--their self-titled debut, "Listen", and "The Story of a Young Heart". I think most AFOS fans would agree that "Listen" was the best of their 4 records. (The 4th album was "Dream Come True", apparently a really bad one.) They sound more mature on it with better songwriting, whether it's the dance groove of "Over the Border", the techno-punk fun of "Electrics", the dreamy vocal of "Nightmares", or the adventurous "Traveller". Flock's sound was/is so unique that one should admit that no one has sounded like them since. A song like "Wishing", with it's clashing synth/guitar/bass chords, still sounds rather exotic 20 years onward. You just don't hear such originality nowadays.

Speaking of tapes, the outside of my original tape of "Listen" says it contains 3 extra songs, "Rosenmontag", "Quicksand", and "The Last Flight of Yuri Gagarin". However, they're not on the tape itself. I have the Jive/RCA version, maybe that's why. The other tapes say Jive/Arista. Anybody know what gives? Of the 3, "Quicksand" is featured on this reissue and is actually one of their 'heavier' moments with the deepest groove of any AFOS song.

Yes, incomplete... although blissful this was re-released!.......2004-11-14

I am in agreement about the missing tracks "Last Flight of..." and "Rosemantag". Those were two hellaciously alternative songs, given the time of its original release. I will miss them.

I have waited many years to hear this CD again. I originally had the cassette when first released, but after taking that damn cassette everywhere I went for many years, it faded with the scenery. I have looked for the CD version on ebay and every so often one can find one going for $80 out of some remote village half way around the globe. Now that it is rereleased and two very important tracks were omitted I will still wait for that day I can get the original CD on ebay for $50.

The song Committed was a treat for me since I only had a sound snippet memorized in my head from the one time I had heard the song back in 83. Thanks for the memories.

Anyway, get this CD. It, in my humble opinion, is a work of art. The songs are strong and good. THe Production is very much unique for the time, the reverb fills up your speakers and gives an unmistakeable sense of place while you 'listen'. I wish they would have graced the bottom end of the sound spectrum a bit on the remaster, but then it wouldn't true to how Mike Howlett produced it. I guess I can just use my stereo's EQ.

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Intensely Emotional Performances
Simply Sublime. . .
A beautiful CD. Singer and songs in perfect harmony.
Angels cannot sing as well
Another Gem

Wishing Well
Connie Dover
Manufacturer: Taylor Park
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000017KZ
Release Date: 1995-08-29

Tracks:

In Aimsir An Fheir (At Hay Cutting Time)
Laddie, Lie Near Me
Hugh The Graeme
Siuil A Ruin
Weston
Where Shall I Go? (A Cowboy's Hard Times)
Ubi Caritas
Willie Of Winsbury
The Colorado Trail
The Wishing Well
Summer Before The War

Customer Reviews:

Intensely Emotional Performances.......2006-04-07

Until a chance discovery on "Thistle & Shamrock" some years ago, I had never heard of Connie Dover before. Thanks to Fiona Ritchie and her selection of Ms. Dover's 'In Aimsir An Fheir', my socks were promptly knocked off, and I rushed out to buy the CD. The afore-mentioned song, the first on the CD, somehow carries an incredible amount of emotional content and weight ... considering it's sung in Gaelic, and hence unintelligible to me. Even after many years, every time I listen I get goose-bumps and moved to tears. I'm not alone in that, either, as the first time I played it for my wife (saying "you have to hear this"), she was crying within 15 seconds. It is difficult to imagine the level of artistry that some folks possess ...
Each song on the CD is a gem, and as others have related, the songs span a considerable range of genres and topics. Whether it's the noble-but-betrayed 'Hugh the Graeme', the winsome 'Summer Before The War', or the end-of-the-trail heartbreak of 'Where Shall I Go (A Cowboy's Hard Times)', they're all little masterpieces.
If you're a fan of Celtic music, folk music, old fashioned western music, or the territories between, snag a copy of this CD: you'll enjoy every minute.

Simply Sublime. . ........2006-02-19

is how I would describe this CD. My piano teacher is from Ireland, so I recently became interested in listening to Celtic Music. I started checking out everything I could find in the public library system in November '05, and the first CD I fell in love with was Narada's "Celtic Spirit" and, in particular, the "Ubi Caritas," however, the booklet was missing from the library copy, and there was only one copy in the system, so I purchased the CD so that I might discover the artist's name, and, in turn, purchased this CD for which I have no regrets.

I just opened the CD this evening and am now on my 5th listening. Ms. Dover has a crystal clear voice, great diction, love her turns, for those of you who are trained singers will understand what I mean when I say her voice is connected - no breathiness here - good intonation - excellent harmonies and instrumentation. Every song on this CD is a treat, with many heart wrenching moments. This CD makes you want to own all of Ms. Dover's recordings. If you are a Celtic music lover, this is a must-have in your collection!

A beautiful CD. Singer and songs in perfect harmony........2002-05-25

This wonderful collection of songs is sung by the little known, but angelically beautiful voice of Connie Dover - possibly the finest singer of this kind of material in the world. Connie is a Missouri-based singer who combines a love of ancient Scottish and Irish ballads and other traditional songs, with an interest in her 'cowgirl' roots as an American who has spent time as a trail cook on the cattle ranches of the west listening to the folk sounds of America's past. The musical fruit of these varied tastes, is the diverse range of the songs recorded on this CD. There's Celtic folk, there's cowboy songs, there's even the spiritual 'Ubi Caritas' - a 20th century melody penned to the words of a 9th century Gregorian chant. What is remarkable is how well these pieces all gel together - but then these are great songs, and great songs sound good whatever the context in which they are heard.

Every single one of the tracks on 'The Wishing Well' is worthy of mention, so it's difficult to select favourites. Perhaps Connie's voice is best suited to those gentle Scottish ballads, the pretty 'LADDIE, LIE NEAR ME' and the very beautiful 'WILLIE OF WINSBURY' (I'm glad it's very beautiful because it's also very long!) Another really nice song is 'HUGH THE GRAEME'. However, if Celtic ballads are a forte of Connie's, the two cowboy pieces on this CD, 'WHERE SHALL I GO?' and the lovely 'THE COLORADO TRAIL' are equally good, and splendidly compliment the old world pieces. 'SUMMER BEFORE THE WAR' is another song from a very different era written around a very different theme, and yet again it is first rate material. So is the aforementioned 'UBI CARITAS'. Ironically one of the very best tracks on this CD of vocal delights is the sole instrumental piece 'WESTON' - but that is no reflection at all on the quality of Connie Dover's voice. Rather it is a testament to her skills as a composer, for Connie wrote this melody about the Missouri river town herself. If I must choose a favourite piece however, then it has to be the title track. 'THE WISHING WELL' is the song in which Connie's voice achieves it's greatest expression. This superb song is well worth the price of the CD by itself.

I cannot nitpick over this CD as there is nothing to nitpick about. It's beautiful, and Connie Dover's voice was a revelation to me when I first heard it. This was the first CD I ever purchased which moved me sufficiently to inspire me to write a review; I wouldn't lightly award five stars to anybody, but this unison of singer and songs in perfect harmony certainly deserves five (or six if I could!) and if I can persuade just one person to enrich their musical life by purchasing this CD, then it will have been well worthwhile. Buy it!!!

Angels cannot sing as well.......2001-12-31

Suffice it to say that Connie Dover has the voice of an angel. I have had the pleasure of seeing her perform in person and she is every bit as delightful as her albums indicate. Her voice is sweet and compelling as a bell; her tone as pure as a nightningale's, her performance flawless, and her delivery captivating. Those of you who like Celtic music will love Connie. I have all four of her albums and I gave several more out for Christmas presents. If you have not heard Connie, take a chance on her. You will definitely and immediately fall in love with her angelic voice.

Another Gem.......2001-04-29

This album gets more beautiful with every listen. It contains a lot of what Connie Dover does best - textured, moving ballads with a hint of the Irish and sung with Connie's admirably trained, richly textured voice. It also contains some uplifting jigs and an acapella that will bring tears to your eyes.

Tracks:

The Well
Handouts In The Rain
Love Is Alive
You'll Never Know
Slow Down
On The Road To Calvary
Stardust & Passion
Paradise
Alone Together
On The Turning Away

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Not the Monte You with Whom You Grew Up
Awesome Album!
Fabulous Guitar Work - Great Songs
JUST AWESOME!
JUST AWESOME!!!

Wishing Well
Monte Montgomery
Manufacturer: Texas Music Group
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005MK4S
Release Date: 2001-07-31

Tracks:

Tug Of War
Wishing Well
I Know What You Want
Catch Me
Tomorrow Begins With Today
Erased
Broken Arms
Soldier At His Best
Bagpipe
Sunset Lullaby
All On Me
Radio Girl

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From that seemingly bottomless pit of Austin, Texas-based guitarist-songwriters, Monte Montgomery's third album is a splendid, if journeyman, affair. Montgomery's voice is strong without being distinguished; his lyrics don't offer many startling insights into the battle of the sexes and rarely stray from the usual tried-and-tested themes. Still, the material does allow the instrumental work to grab the listener's attention. With a small coterie of long-term compadres providing the rhythm, guitars are multi-tracked to great effect, notably on the brief instrumental, "Bagpipe." Known principally for his acoustic guitar playing, Montgomery places it at the heart of most of these songs with layered bluesy slide or electric solos providing the color. The effect is reminiscent of the sound that Lindsey Buckingham produced for Fleetwood Mac. The long ballad "All on Me" gives Montgomery a chance to stretch and his guitar shines on the long fade-out. "Tomorrow Begins with Today" has Montgomery demonstrating his versatility behind a great piano hook and the closing "Radio Girl" mixes tempos effortlessly, creating memorable power pop in the verses, and a big-ballad anthem for the chorus. --Rob Stewart

Customer Reviews:

Not the Monte You with Whom You Grew Up.......2003-12-08

Montiac or not, I simply can't recommend this CD. Gone are his blazing guitar and unique, virtuoso vocals. I truly wanted this CD to be better--I listened to it several times just to make certain I wasn't missing something. Yet, try as I might, I simply couldn't bring myself to appreciate this new (hopefully, brief) departure from the style that sets him apart from all the other mediocre talents in the industry. Bland and boring are the two words that first come to mind. Despite the inflated high scores other reviewers have given this CD, rest assured you will not find many traces of Monte's genius in this effort. Sure, the writing is still there at times; otherwise, I'd rate this effort even lower. I look forward to his next release and pray he returns to his roots.

Awesome Album!.......2003-06-20

Monte Montgomery is an awesome, and versatile Texas artist. Bagpipe is a beautiful ballad, Sunset Lullaby is touching, Soldier at His Best tells the story of modern-day soldiers at arms. This album touts more of his acoustic style than some of his other albums. Each song has thoughtful, meaningful lyrics and a creative, fresh sound.

Fabulous Guitar Work - Great Songs.......2002-09-05

Monte's done it again! After listeneing to Wishing Well I'm convinced Monte's work just get's better and better. I'm glad to see this Texas Guitar God put out one more example of his awesome guitar work and "songsmithing". I gave his earlier CD's Five Stars,but if I could I would give this a "Seventh Star"

JUST AWESOME!.......2002-08-07

The only way to describe THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND, is AWESOME! As Websters dictionary defines-marked by or inspiring awe. If you have ever seen MONTE in action live, you would see that he lives up to this definition! He is a master on guitar! He plays acustic guitar like you have never seen before! WISHING WELL, the bands latest effort, is another page in the wonderfull world of song-wrighting, guitar playing, and dynamic musical- arangement by this band! I mean it just does'nt get much better than this! He displays his guitar-work on "bagpipe" a beautiful instrumental on the record. Other great tracks include "tug of war"-a catchy pop-rock song with great lyrics. the tiltle track "wishing well" my personal favorite, with outstanding arrangement of guitar and drums, by one of the best drummers, in PHIL BASS, a master at his instrument as well! Then you have a beautiful ballad "catch me" that sounds like "know you by heart" from the bands last masterpiece MIRROR. I also enjoyed "sunset lullaby" I can hear a little Jackson Browne in this song. "tomarrow begins with today", is a unique sounding song where MONTE demonstrates his talent on piano, I hear a little Joe Jackson style in this song. This is an awesome masterpiece of a record that everyone can enjoy all the way through. THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND is destined to be a huge success! I am really surprised that the major labels are not fighting over signing them! I mean this is definitely a HOME-RUN for an A&R guy!!! I believe that once they hit nation-wide, THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND will become bigger than THE DAVE MATHEWS BAND!!! And this is coming from a huge DMB fan. I own all 3 of MONTE'S records-1ST AND REPAIR, MIRROR, WISHING WELL, and I truly have not heard this type of talented song-written-music-arrangement type of material ever. So if your a music-lover, you MUST OWN WISHING WELL, and I HIGHLY RECOMEND THE OTHER 2 AS WELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JUST AWESOME!!!.......2002-08-07

The only way to describe THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND, is AWESOME! As Websters dictionary defines-marked by or inspiring awe. If you have ever seen MONTE in action live, you would see that he lives up to this definition! He is a master on guitar! He plays acustic guitar like you have never seen before! WISHING WELL, the bands latest effort, is another page in the wonderfull world of song-writing, guitar playing, and dynamic musical- arangement by this band! I mean it just does'nt get much better than this! He displays his guitar-work on "bagpipe" a beautiful instrumental on the record. Other great tracks include "tug of war"-a catchy pop-rock song with great lyrics. the tiltle track "wishing well" my personal favorite, with outstanding arrangement of guitar and drums, by one of the best drummers, in PHIL BASS, a master at his instrument as well! Then you have a beautiful ballad "catch me" that sounds like "know you by heart" from the bands last masterpiece MIRROR. I also enjoyed "sunset lullaby" I can hear a little Jackson Browne in this song. "tomarrow begins with today", is a unique sounding song where MONTE demonstrates his talent on piano, I hear a little Joe Jackson style in this song. This is an awesome masterpiece of a record that everyone can enjoy all the way through. THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND is destined to be a huge success! I am really surprised that the major labels are not fighting over signing them! I mean this is definitely a HOME-RUN for an A&R guy!!! I believe that once they hit nation-wide, THE MONTE MONTGOMERY BAND will become bigger than THE DAVE MATHEWS BAND!!! And this is coming from a huge DMB fan. I own all 3 of MONTE'S records-1ST AND REPAIR, MIRROR, WISHING WELL, and I truly have not heard this type of talented song-written-music-arrangement type of material ever. So if your a music-lover, you MUST OWN WISHING WELL, and I HIGHLY RECOMEND THE OTHER 2 AS WELL!!!

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Screamin For Change
Uniform Choice
Manufacturer: Wishing Well Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Product Description

Original Wishing Well release of Uniform Choice's first full length record. One of the founding Straight Edge hardcore bands. Recorded in 1985, this is the debut album from this ground-breaking Orange County straight edge band. Featuring Pat Dubar and Patrick Longrie (of Unity), this band was the West Coast's answer to Minor Threat, and played a strong influence on No For An Answer and Insted, as well as the rest of the O.C. hardcore scene.

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Getting To Know Them
Wow

A Wishing Well
The Rooks
Manufacturer: Not Lame Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000021YFM
Release Date: 2000-01-11

Tracks:

Wish You Well
Maybe
Vows
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Drag Of The Month
Sometimes
In The Neighborhood
Girl Cried Nico
Trip
India
I'm Not A Joker
Happenstance
Do You Have God?
Some And Others

Customer Reviews:

Getting To Know Them.......2001-04-07

Amongst the pop recordings I own, The Rooks have a pretty distinctive sound, if not style. The most immediately noticeable thing about the Rooks is that lead singer Michael Mazzarella's voice does not fit the modern "industry standard" of pop vocalists. Generally, pop vocalists are tenors with choirboy tone and a wide expressive range (Jason Faulkner, McCartney, etc.). Mazzaralla's voice tends to fall in a lower range (maybe Peter Garrett with more control) with a style somewhere between Elvis Costello and Bob Dylan. Does it work? Generally, I think so, but it may take a little getting used to. The other two Rooks, Kristen Pinnell (lead/melody guitars) and Patrick Yourell (drums), are also integral to the sound of the band. In particular, I think that Yourell's drumming is virtuosic within the bounds of the style that he is playing in.

Notice that there is no official Rooks bass player. I get the feeling that there is a story behind this, but I don't know it.

The songs are quite good, although not as infectious as the recent work released by Fountains of Wayne, Jason Faulkner, or Aimee Mann. In their writing, the Rooks focus on the tradition of American pop music, rather than British, and they generally use very accessible diatonic chord progressions (I-IV-V, for those of you who know what that means). The result is a folk-ish, americana flavor that may not sit well with those of us spoiled to the adventurous harmonic work of Jellyfish and The Grays. However, in their production and arranging we have some obvious and well-executed nods toward the Beatles' studio period. "Penny Lane" style trumpet solos (as well as othe symphonic instruments), recorder intros, pristine backup vocals, melodic playing, and other tasty bits give "A Wishing Well" a familiar polish and distinctive flavor that belies the simplicity of the songs. The overall effect is one of a sort of blessed innocence that seems touched by inspiration periodically.

In short, look at the album cover closely. It reflects the "vibe" of the album quite effectively.

A tricky aspect of pop music is the lyrics. Because the tradition is so long and has been done so well by so many, the standards for cleverness, accessibility, and singability have become impossibly high. The Rooks have good, even poignant lyrics, but I'm not sure if I would call them clever by modern standards. One gets the feeling Mazzarella is sharing thoughts about some very private biographical experiences. This is good because the songs come off as very warm and inviting, but at the same time they lack a universality that makes then easy to relate to our own experiences. However, I do have a soft spot for bands that are willing to forego lyrics for the sake of emphasizing a melodic line. There are lots of "doo-doo-doo's" and "na-na-na's" that hint at the importance of melody to the Rooks' compositions. It takes a good songwriter to know when to shut up and sing, so to speak.

Some pop is really good to listen to in the car really loud with the windows rolled down while you drum on the steering wheel and sing along. Some is good to listen to when friends are over, and others force you to sit down with the libretto and follow along. I would say that The Rooks are best listened to on a Sunday afternoon while doing some housework, or late in the evening while you surf the internet reading reviews. You will probably not put this CD in against your will because these songs are burrowing into your mind and you feel that you may go mad if you don't just give it a listen. "A Wishing Well" will most likely provide a consistently pleasant listen again and again and will definitely grow on you as you find more hidden treasures.

Wow.......2000-05-05

The Rooks try to channel the kindness of John Lennon and infuse it with a harmonic edge of Brian Wilson. They succeed more often than not and keep the grand pop-rock tradition flowing.

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Wishing Well Alan Haynes (Texas Blues)

Manufacturer: Focus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B0009JW6H2

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Alan Haynes "Wishing Well"// Alan Haynes - guitar, vocals/ Reese Wynans - keyboards/ Tommy Shannon - bass/ Chris Layton - drums/ Preston Hubbard - bass/ George Rains - drums/ 1. Knocking at your door 2. Bout to loose your clown 3. Treat me so lowdown 4. Wishing well 5. Ican tell 6. Knocks me out 7.Here in the dark 8. My bleeding heart 9.Mean old world 10. Everynight and everyday 11. Albert's shuffle

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Great CD With Depth and Originality
for folkies only
Great Album
Quite Possibly , Better Than EVER !
Deserves More Than Five Stars!!

Wishing Well
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ASIN: B0000630AK
Release Date: 2002-03-11

Tracks:

Well
Handouts in the Rain
Love Is Alive
You'll Never Know
Slow Down
On the Road to Calvary
Stardust & Passion
Paradise
Alone Together
On the Turning Away

Album Description

Long awaited studio album for the folk singer/songwriter. Featuring a much-welcomed return to the mystical & innovative instrumentation so present in his older albums like 'Stonehenge' (1970) & 'Richard P. Havens, 1983' (1968). Highlights include, 'The Well', 'Handouts In The Rain', 'Stardust & Passion' & live favorites, 'Paradise' & 'On The Turning Away'. 2002.

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Great CD With Depth and Originality.......2007-02-25

Up until recently, I only knew a little bit about Richie Havens. One day I borrowed this album from the public library and just loved it, so I purchased my own copy. I think it is a mix of folk and world music that really make something very unique and easy to listen to. Richie Havens is a huge talent and a very over loooked songwriter/musician. I like every song on this album.

for folkies only.......2004-05-18

i'm a big fan of his simple things album but this one is for hardcore folkies only

Great Album.......2004-04-21

Richie Havens is a folk legend. If you ever get the chance to see him live, you will feel the same way. There is something special about this guy, and his cult fans know it. He never goes out of style. His concerts attract people from all ages and backgrounds. Havens' voice is still rich and powerful, and he still has the ability to crank out blazingly fast acoustics with his unique strumming style. The songs on this album aren't too fast, but they are powerful. This CD has a few excellent tunes. "Paradise" is really catchy, while "Handouts in the Rain", "Stardust and Passion", and "Alone Together" are chillout-type songs. After listening to this album, you get the feeling Havens will never lose it. He is an ageless wonder.

Quite Possibly , Better Than EVER !.......2003-01-07

As a long time fan , i look forward to each new cd as it becomes available...I had the good fortune to see Richie perform in my hometown a few months back (Oct 2002) , and got a chance to hear this music live , even before i bought the album....
Too bad most people don't get the opportunity to do this....
While it IS another fantastic trip through humanity , this cd
reinforces the fact that this man is larger than life on the stage...his presence , and his compassion are just as strong on this cd as his live performance , which is a feat in itself....
Strong songwriting , well arranged , and custom tailored to his voice , this cd STILL sends chills through me....
In these days of mass produced commercial muzak being blared by the airwaves , it's still a blessing to have a songwriter and musician of this calibre continue to have a one on one with his audience in a real , tangeable , and ethereal manner....
From the low droning notes to the high energy emotional battle against apathy , this might be one of his finest efforts i've had the priviledge to listen to.....
Please make it an experience for yourself , as well....
Regardless of musical style , or taste , this cd will appeal to everyone who truly loves music for what it is...and what it SHOULD be...

Deserves More Than Five Stars!!.......2002-03-22

Richie Havens' lastest release is quite possibly his finest to date. I can't praise it enough- its timing is impeccable and most welcome with the world in such a mad state! Nothing comforts like Richie when he wraps his voice around a song. This time out, he's rediscovered his own fine songwriting skills- much like his earlier albums, most of the tunes are self-penned. "Handouts In The Rain", The Well", "Alone Together" are Havens' own, and among the best on this album. Other gems include "Paradise", and the Pink Floyd song, "On The Turning Away". Havens also returns to simpler musical arrangements here. His amazing guitar work is once again in the forefront after having been buried in his last two studio albums. Earthy percussion, upright bass, bansuri bamboo flute, Turkish violin and some additional stunning guitar work by Chris Cunningham help round out this lovely collection of songs. Highly recommended!

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Mix-up
If you like Tudor Era Renaissance music, get this CD!

A Tudor Rose
Catriona
Manufacturer: Oreade Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | New Age | Styles | Music

Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music
ASIN: B0000AISUZ
Release Date: 2003-11-04

Tracks:

A Tudor Rose
The Kings Swan
Courtly Love
Greensleeves (Variation)
The Wishing Well
The Royal Taylor
The Abbey
Banquet
The Puppeteers
The Weaver
Cloisters
Cobbled Lanes
Jester
The Maze
The Royal Fountains

Customer Reviews:

Mix-up.......2005-09-07

I rec'd the wrong CD, they are going to exchange it for the right one and offerred to pay for my costs to ship it back. I still have not rec'd it. I'm hoping.

If you like Tudor Era Renaissance music, get this CD!.......2004-12-11

I first heard samples of this CD online and shortly afterward, I bought it. The music is wonderful! My favorite is Track 4, "Greensleeves (Variation)" - the music in this one is composed of tangents from the main tune of "Greensleeves." Tracks 9 ("The Puppeteers") and 13 ("Jester") are also great tracks.

I highly recommend this CD to fans of Renaissance music. And if you've never heard Renaissance music before, listen to the samples here on Amazon.

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Wishing Well
Subliminals
Manufacturer: Manderiff
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Pop Rock | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00001SHPH
Release Date: 1999-08-30

Tracks:

Wishing Well
Growin Up Too Fast
Breaking Out
This Time
King Without a Crown
Mable
Agree to Disagree
High Expectations
Imagination
Hatred
Paper Dolls
Little One

Album Description

Pure Power/Pop sound from a great Chicago Band. Harmonies Bryds style, throughout this melodic jangly CD. All original music recorded and produced with Jeff Murphy (of Shoes, Material Issue fame)

"All of the 12 songs are excellent and the best deserve classic status." David Bash review for LA's Entertainment Today

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