Revival

Revival

Revival

Track Listings
 
1. Way Down
2. Cleargod
3. Kiss the Sun
4. Sawdust
5. Shift
6. Earth
7. Mosquito Song
8. Liquid
9. Black Sand
10. Face

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Icky Thump
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Best White Stripes yet
  • Not a favorite
  • Something new I like, finally
  • Great Stuff - Impressive Guitar Work
  • icky is right
Icky Thump
The White Stripes
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000OYC3J8
Release Date: 2007-06-19

Tracks:

  1. Icky Thump
  2. You Don't Know What Love Is (You Just Do As You're Told)
  3. 300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues
  4. Conquest
  5. Bone Broke
  6. Prickly Thorn, But Sweetly Worn
  7. St. Andrew (This Battle Is In The Air)
  8. Little Cream Soda
  9. Rag And Bone
  10. I'm Slowly Turning Into You
  11. A Martyr For My Love For You
  12. Catch Hell Blues
  13. Effect and Cause

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Bagpipes, a song written as the soundtrack to a Michel Gondry music video, Patti Page's musical shadow, and Jack and Meg co-narrating a scavenger's rummages: It must be time for Icky Thump, the many-flavored riposte to 2006's Get Behind Me Satan. The duo starts big with the title track--Jack's fast-tumbling, falsetto-tinged lyrics jagging on hyper keyboard-sounding segues and Meg's pounding drums. They rarely shy from an idea, invoking acoustic Bob Dylan to frame "300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues," but interjecting a series of distortion-laden guitar paroxysms for good measure. The end of Icky, on "Effect and Cause," is where Jack's trademark vocal warble and spare, quick acoustic strums meet Meg's single-minded beats. Everywhere on Icky giant riffs leap and shout, with Flamenco horns and those eerie bagpipes and rhythmic shifts and Jack's impatient vocal kinetics, marking new territories even as the White Stripes again populate them with vintage ideas. --Andrew Bartlett

Album Description

The White Stripes are back with the most bombastic album they've ever produced! While revealing the band's roots in American folk music, Icky Thump is an explosive, revolutionary assault that brings together garage rock, every blues style of the past 100 years, nouveau, and flamenco. This is truly a modern rock and roll masterpiece!

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Best White Stripes yet.......2007-08-01

This is definitely their best CD to date. I love that they have a definite style that they don't stray from, but still manage to make most songs interesting and unique. If you like the White Stripes, this is a must have.

2 out of 5 stars Not a favorite.......2007-08-01

I really wanted to like this. Jack's fine. Meg needs more practice. Good vocals, better guitar, but very poor percussion/rhythm. I find myself skipping forward a lot, and then ejecting within minutes.

5 out of 5 stars Something new I like, finally.......2007-07-31

These two keep getting better. I really think this is their best. If you've liked previous recordings give this a listen.

5 out of 5 stars Great Stuff - Impressive Guitar Work.......2007-07-30

I'd been thinking of picking up a White Stripes CD for some time and finally got this one. I love it! Several songs have clear Led Zep influence (my favorite all time band). The things that Jack White does with his guitar are incredible.

1 out of 5 stars icky is right.......2007-07-30

I only liked the first song. This CD just did not resonate with me like all their others. Maybe Jack should spend less time ragging on Detroit and more on writing.
Chronicle, Vol. 1: The 20 Greatest Hits
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • My sort of music
  • CCR
  • great stuff
  • Gets me going in the morning
  • Soundtrack of an era
Chronicle, Vol. 1: The 20 Greatest Hits
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Manufacturer: Fantasy
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000XB9
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Susie Q
  2. I Put A Spell On You
  3. Proud Mary
  4. Bad Moon Rising
  5. Lodi
  6. Green River
  7. Commotion
  8. Down On The Corner
  9. Fortunate Son
  10. Travelin' Band
  11. Who'll Stop The Rain
  12. Up Around The Bend
  13. Run Through The Jungle
  14. Lookin' Out My Back Door
  15. Long As I Can See The Light
  16. I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  17. Have You Ever Seen The Rain?
  18. Hey Tonight
  19. Sweet Hitch-Hiker
  20. Someday Never Comes

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Few bands of the 1960s retained as much a sense of the roots of rock and roll as did Creedence Clearwater Revival. Their music is rife with country, rockabilly, and R&B influences, a combination that produced several hit singles--most of which are present on this collection. These include "I Heard It through the Grapevine," "Lodi," "Up Around the B ," "Who'll Stop the Rain," and of course "Bad Moon Rising." This is an excellent greatest-hits collection, and a perfect introduction to the music of a band that has been enduringly influential. --Genevieve Williams

Album Description

Recorded 1968-1970 and includes 'Susie Q', 'I Put a Spell on You', 'Proud Mary', 'Bad Moon Rising', 'Lodi', 'Green River', 'Commotion', 'Down on the Corner', 'Fortunate Son', 'Travelin' Band', 'Who'll Stop the Rain', 'Up Around the Bend', 'Run Through the Jungle', 'Lookin' Out My Back Door', 'Long as I Can See the Light', 'I Heard It Through the Grapevine', 'Have You Ever Seen the Rain?', 'Hey Tonight', 'Sweet Hitch-Hiker' & 'Someday Never Comes'. Fantasy label. 1991.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars My sort of music .......2007-07-12

As Im in my sixties you might think Im to old, but this is my sort of music.I reckon " john fogerty " is a great singer. Just listen to find out. Hope you like it the same as I do.

4 out of 5 stars CCR.......2007-06-28

An excellent greatist hits CD, I used a handful of songs to burn a CD with other related style of music.

5 out of 5 stars great stuff.......2007-06-27

listening to this CD makes you realize how great john fogerty was back in the day. great songs, great sound.

5 out of 5 stars Gets me going in the morning.......2007-06-27

I've been listening to this CD for 2 weeks in my car on the way to work.

5 out of 5 stars Soundtrack of an era.......2007-06-15

This is an excellent compilation of CCR's tunes from the late 60s, early 70s. There's a reason why Credence tunes kept popping up in movies and commercials. It's great music and evocative of the era from which it comes. No need for me to review the individual tunes; anybody with a radio has head most of them. A must-have for any music fan.
Paper Walls
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Breakthrough in Yellowcard history
  • From Beginning to End.
  • Simply Amazing
  • Another Great Album!
  • a great album
Paper Walls
Yellowcard
Manufacturer: Capitol
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000R7I2U6
Release Date: 2007-07-17

Tracks:

  1. The Takedown
  2. Fighting
  3. Shrink the World
  4. Keeper
  5. Light Up the Sky
  6. Shadows and Regrets
  7. Five Becomes Four
  8. Afraid
  9. Date Line (I Am Gone)
  10. Dear Bobbie
  11. You and Me and One Spotlight
  12. Cut Me, Mick
  13. Paper Walls

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Add Yellowcard to that very short list of spirited pop-punk acts that made the transition from an indie to a major label and got better in the process. The SoCal by way of Florida band's brand of strident, post-emo pop has only improved with each release, even as their sound grew more anthemic and radio-friendly (and reached double platinum status). Their first album since founding guitarist Ben Harper split the group, Paper Walls has been described by the band themselves as a sort of group therapy attempt, an effort to "tear down obstacles and heal old scars" amongst the five members. Unsurprisingly, the lyrics are direct and honest, while they've broadened their sonic palette to allow a tad more dissonance in with their urgent and propulsive pop-punk. The songs "Shadows and Regrets," "Paper Walls" and "Five Become Four" mix thoughtful lyrics with a sped-up, catchy violin in a way that's both "mature" and the ideal soundtrack to your next extreme sports adventure. --Mike McGonigal

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The album title Paper Walls comes from the song of the same name, which begins "Let's burn a hole so we can climb out of these paper walls in this empty house." It's a reference to the barriers that built up between the band members over the years and everyone's desire to tear down the obstacles and heal old scars.

"If you really love each other as much as we do, you want to knock those walls down and get back to the place where you enjoy being with each other and making music together," says Key. "The song is basically saying let's get back out there and remember why this is important to us, why we love being on stage and why we love making records."

Album opener "The Takedown" starts with a shot - an indelible guitar hook and ferocious drums charge forth as Yellowcard's trademark mix of airtight vocal harmonies, entwined guitar lines and flourishes of violin crackle with energy. "Fighting" brings together the band's many strengths - tight, melodic, propulsive riffs gather steam before launching into an epic, undeniable chorus. And bruised but beautiful lead single "Light Up the Sky" has an even more massive payoff, its refrain won't leave your head in this lifetime, but allows for some ringing dissonance beneath it all.

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Ocean Avenue

Lights and Sounds

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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Breakthrough in Yellowcard history.......2007-07-28

"Paper Walls" is an excellent album which brings to light all of the great aspects that Yellowcard has to offer. Combining the deeper alternative sound that was established in last year's "Lights and Sounds" along with the pop punk sounds of albums such as "Ocean Avenue" and "One For the Kids", "Paper Walls" offers it's listener a great amount of variety and quality, and every second of this album is worth listening to.

5 out of 5 stars From Beginning to End........2007-07-27

In Yellowcard's Paper Walls a new guitarist is introduced. His ability and taste to play heavier than the previous guitar player enables leader singer Ryan Key to bear it all out in his voice. Seen in the song the album is based off of "Paper Walls." I am trying to to come off as biased due to my high interest in Yellowcard. However, their songs such as Keeper, Light Up the Sky, Five Becomes Four, Afraid, Dear Bobbie, You and Me and One Spotlight, and Paper Walls make this album well worth the purchase.

5 out of 5 stars Simply Amazing.......2007-07-22

This is Yellowcard at their best, the CD is jam packed with songs that could all be radio hits. "Shrink the World" in my opinion is the best track on the album, along with "Light up the sky". Though really the entire album is note worthy. I actually bought this CD twice (one was for an autograph)! If you loved Ocean Avenue, you'll love this album. This is the most solid album I've had in years.

5 out of 5 stars Another Great Album!.......2007-07-22

Another great one from Yellowcard... Not only with great upbeat songs but a sweet ballet.

5 out of 5 stars a great album.......2007-07-19

I am a huge ocean avenue and hated lights and sounds but when I saw this in the store I bought it hoping that they snapped out of the whiney emo punk sound that they tried out. I am glad I purchased it.
I like all the songs on this album except for a track where there is this old man talking through it, he sounds like he is under water. It was like a musical version of the notebook. But besides the talking it is a very good song.

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The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The penultimate collection!
  • Not much extra
  • The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary
  • Pure Folk
  • Excellent for country song lovers
The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary
Peter Paul & Mary
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
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ASIN: B0009YA39U
Release Date: 2005-08-23

Tracks:

  1. Early In The Morning
  2. 500 Miles
  3. Lemon Tree
  4. If I Had A Hammer (Single Version)
  5. Where Have All The Flowers Gone
  6. Puff, The Magic Dragon
  7. The Cruel War
  8. This Land Is Your Land
  9. Blowin In The Wind
  10. Stewball
  11. Dont Think Twice, Its All Right
  12. For Lovin Me
  13. For Baby (For Bobbie)
  14. The Times They Are A Changin (Live)
  15. Early Mornin Rain
  16. Leaving On A Jet Plane
  17. I Dig Rock And Roll Music
  18. Too Much Of Nothing
  19. The Great Mandala (The Wheel Of Life)
  20. Day Is Done (Live/Single Version)
  21. El Salvador
  22. Wedding Song (There Is Love) - Noel Paul Stookey
  23. Follow Me - Mary Travers
  24. Weave Me the Sunshine - Peter Yarrow
  25. Dont Laugh At Me

Album Description

One of the most enduring acts in American music, Peter Paul And Mary both defined and transcended the 1960s folk revival. The trio's passionate commitment to peace and social justice made them the conscience of an era as they soulfully communicated political concerns through music in an unprecedented way. At the same time that they reached millions with their social message, they acheived phenomenal mass popularity.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The penultimate collection!.......2007-07-31

This is truly the penultimate collection of songs by Peter, Paul & Mary. Having grown up listening to their music, I can safely say that this is the album that you'll ever need to appreciate the beautiful melodies and breathtaking songs of this well loved American trio. All the songs that made them who they are are here and my personal fave is the wedding song that is so moving. Get this CD while you can and forget all the other best of collections out there, this is the one you really need!

3 out of 5 stars Not much extra.......2007-07-27

Their 10 Years album had most of the great songs already. This album doesn't add that much more.

5 out of 5 stars The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary.......2007-07-27

We loved the CD. It was a wonderful collection exactly what we were looking for. The shipment came quickly and the price was great!

5 out of 5 stars Pure Folk.......2007-07-21

Loved this CD. I grew up listening to this group and they sound wonderful on this record. "I Dig Rock and Roll Music" and others make this a great listen. Mellow out with P, P, & M.

4 out of 5 stars Excellent for country song lovers.......2007-07-05

Songs are of high standard. However, the quality of the CD is substandard to the ears of an audiophile fan. Background of the recordings has a bit of noise, not absolutely clear. Overall, a good CD for a sunny day.

Underclass Hero
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • They did well
  • Starts with a bang, ends with a whimper
  • Underclass Hero... Great But Different
  • Well
  • Disappointing
Underclass Hero
Sum 41
Manufacturer: Island
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ASIN: B000RIHBIE
Release Date: 2007-07-24

Tracks:

  1. Underclass Hero
  2. Walking Disaster
  3. Speak Of The Devil
  4. Dear Father
  5. Count Your Last Blessings
  6. Ma Poubelle
  7. March Of The Dogs
  8. The Jester
  9. With Me
  10. Pull The Curtain
  11. King Of Contradiction
  12. Best Of Me
  13. Confusion And Frustration In Modern Times
  14. So Long Goodbye

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Underclass Hero marks a step in a bold new direction for the group, whose three full length album's, 2001's All Killer, No Filler, 2002's, Does this Look Infected and 2004 Chuck have sold over 7 million units worldwide. 'You Can't help buy grow a little', says Whibley about the band's musical and lyrical maturity. 'We now see the artistic side of music. We wanted to make this the most artistic punk-rock record we could. We approach music differently now. Things now have a purpose. We care about the craft of it now.' The is Sum 41, better than ever...and this time no regrets.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars They did well.......2007-08-01

Finally time to review this album after giving it a week of listening. Obviously, I was super stoked when this came out. Certainly one of my favorite bands, Sum 41 is on that short list of bands that got better as they got harder. Here, it isn't quite as hard as some of their other stuff, but still very enjoyable none the less. They still have the ripping fast choruses which I love. The ballad "Without you" is nothing short of amazing. I heard it was way too poppy at first but that itsn't entirely true. Sum 41 still rule the music world in my books

3 out of 5 stars Starts with a bang, ends with a whimper.......2007-07-31

This was a pretty interesting CD. Although I'm not an avid Sum 41 fan and have never purchased any of their other CD's, this one caught my interest and upon seeing it on a store shelf, I decided it was worth a buy. I wasn't wrong, it's a pretty decent CD, but not much more than that, unfortunately. While it gets off to an excellent start, by the CD's end, not only does it overstay its welcome and end up repeating itself, but it ends with some slow and tedious songs that (clearly) Sum 41 just isn't as good at. It also continues Sum 41's tendencies to borrow somewhat from other bands. Some people have pointed out similarities to Green Day's American Idiot. I, personally, don't see that comparrison at all, to me, this sounds a lot more like Blink 182's Take off Your Pants and Jacket CD. Not necessarily a problem, but obviously if you're buying this CD expecting anything particularly groundbreaking (either for this band or for rock in general,) don't bother.

The good news here is that when Sum 41 isn't attempting to do (painfully slow) love balads or slowing their tracks down with over-production or keyboards, they retain a great, fast, energetic punk rock sound that is becomming rarer and rarer in the record label industry. It's a sound that I hope this band never loses, I just hope they apply it to something a bit more original next time around.

1. Underclass Hero; 9/10. Pretty great song. Although it sounds (again) familiar to their past songs, it's a great song and easily the best on the CD. Basically completely sums up what's so great about this band. Fast, fun, energetic.

2. Waking Disaster; 7/10. Although it can easily be mistaken for a Green Day song at first, it luckily goes back to the Sum 41 formula quickly enough. Pretty good song, nice lyrics, and well-written. Overall, just a good song. Interesting.

3. Speak of the Devil; 8/10. Subject matter's a bit...lame, but a really good song with an awesome and melodic ending.

4. Dear Father; 7/10. A good song, but the lyrics seem a little too...obvious. Not the most subtle song.

5. Count Your Last Blessings; 6/10. Decent verses, but the keyboard sounds a bit off and out of place, and the refrain's also a little weak.

6. Ma Poubelle; A lame intermission sung in French. Weird. NA/10

7. March of the Dogs; 7/10. Okay, THIS is where I can see the comparrisons to Green Day's American Idiot. Still, a good song, but another case of good verses and a refrain that just doesn't really fit them.

8. The Jester; 6/10. Although it may not be the song's fault entirely, by this point in the CD, it's all starting to feel a bit familiar. But regardless, it sounds a little...weird. Not too pleasant to listen to. I know what they were going for, but I just thought it was kind of out of place.

9. With Me; 7/10. Good song with nice lyrics. Not much else to say. One of the few love songs on the CD that really works.

10. Pull the Curtain; 8/10. Great song. Again, feels a bit familiar by this point on the CD but it's still great. Piano outro's a bit unnecessary but otherwise a completely great song.

11. King of Contradiction; 8/10. Some great, fast, old school punk. Really great song. Sounds like it would have fit in on the soundtrack to the first Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. Awesome.

12. Best of Me; 2/10. Sum 41 try a love balad to disasterous results. Slow, boring, long, and very tedious to listen to. Stick with what you do best, guys.

13. Confusion and Frustration in Modern Times; 5/10. Feels like this song kind of could have been cut from the CD. Doesn't do anything particularly new or anything that we haven't already heard on the CD. Not a good or bad song, just average.

14. So Long Goodbye; 1/10. Again, another extremely slow song without any hook or anything worth listening to. This just isn't the band's thing.

15. Hidden Track; 1/10. More slow stuff. Not interested.

As you can see by these ratings, the CD gets off to a strong start and then ends pretty weakly, with slow songs all put at the end, and the slow songs just aren't any good. There are some good and great songs on this CD, but it's hurt by a couple really, truly horrible songs that just don't belong on there. But when this CD works, it really works. Sum 41 may not be the most original band, but it's great to see a rock band that's still trying to keep that fast, punk sound that few rock bands seem to be keeping. The songs on the CD that try to veer from that fall flat on their face so hopefully Sum 41 will focus more on what works on their next CD. But overall, I cautiously recommend this CD. It's a decent CD and a good listen, as long as you're prepared to skip through a couple of songs.

5 out of 5 stars Underclass Hero... Great But Different.......2007-07-30

Underclass Hero is one of Sum 41's best. Though it doesn't sound like the Sum 41 you are used to hearing. This is more of a mature version of the band. All Killer No Filler and Does This Look Infected were more punk sarcastic rock. Here is a song by song guide...

1. Underclass Hero - Great song, a mix of good guitar solos and a catchy tune... A-

2. Walking Disaster - Starts off slow speeds up, pretty good song... B

3. Speak Of The Devil - Really good song, I love it. A-

4. Dear Father - Another great song, heartfelt and slower. B

5. Count Your Last Blessings - WOW Best song on the CD. Real hip and fast! A++

6. Ma Poubelle - Umm... like nothing I've ever heard before. You be the judge

7. March Of The Dogs - Great song that bashes Bush hardcore. A

8. The Jester - Umm interesting and hip, good song. B+

9. With Me - Great song! A

10. Pull The Curtain - Fun song fast tempo and very catchy. A-

11. King Of Contradiction - Average song... not great not bad. C+

12. Best Of Me - - Pretty good... B

13. Confusion And Frustration In Modern Times - Another great song! B+

14. So Long Goodbye - Average... C



Overally great album, worth the price of paying for it!


4 out of 5 stars Well.......2007-07-29

This is the most diverse album they have put out so far. I am a fan of the band, so I may be jaded, but I enjoyed the album. I also enjoyed "Chuck". I can see how fans of the original stuff may be put off. This album goes beyond the guitar, bass and drums of the past. Many different instruments grace several songs, along with some synthesizers. There is an acoustic track and even a...ballad. There are enough old school blazing paced songs to keep you happy if that is what you want, but they are evolving. You can hear it in the lyrics and the music. I wasn't crazy about the political opinions they hammered you with in a lot of the songs. I like political songs as long as they are well written or very thoughtful. If you are a Sum 41 fan you will already have this, but if you are new, this might be the album you want to try.

3 out of 5 stars Disappointing.......2007-07-28

Disappointing...

This is Sum 41's fifth studio album and the band has changed over the years. Since the release of "Chuck", the band seems to be taking a much more serious tone. Which disappoints old school fans such as myself. Just about every song on this album has a slow feel to it. You'll be hearing a lot of acoustic guitars and slow tones. Sadly, it seems money has finally become and issue. The album feels like another band performed it. I love Sum 41 for the unique feel they have from every other mainstream band, but it seems they lost it. Now don't get me wrong, this album isn't a complete disaster. For the most part the songs are catchy and memorable. The lost of their lead guitarist doesn't help matters. For some reason, they refuse to replace him. I think it's hurting the band. Anyway, if you buy this album I guess you'll get your money's worth. But for some hardcore Sum 41 fans, I believe you'll be disappointed.
Costello Music
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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  • Didn't see this coming!
  • THIS is my summer album
  • Gritty Retro
Costello Music
The Fratellis
Manufacturer: Cherry Tree
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000MXPE74
Release Date: 2007-03-13

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  1. Henrietta
  2. Flathead
  3. Whistle For The Choir
  4. Chelsea Dagger
  5. Gutterati?, The
  6. For The Girl
  7. Doginabag
  8. Creepin Up The Backstairs
  9. Vince The Lovable Stoner
  10. Everybody Knows You Cried Last Night
  11. Baby Fratelli
  12. Got Ma Nuts From A Hippy

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There's nothing terribly complicated about the Fratellis' debut album, Costello Music, but that's by no means a criticism. Rather than inject their songs with complex chords, or steep their lyrics with their political and social agendas, this Glasgow trio have instead focussed on writing 13 songs that are pure, unabashed entertainment. And it's a pace--and an attitude--that doesn't let up, from the jumpy opening bars of "Henrietta" to the groupie-reminiscing of "Ole Black'n'Blue Eyes". In many ways, Costello Music sounds like a return to the hedonistic rush of early 1990s Britpop, with its exhilarating guitar riffs and arrogant swagger--"Chelsea Dagger" somehow applies the attitude of early Oasis to the pop catchiness of Great Escape-era Blur. But the Fratellis also know their history: the ska-punk of "Cuntry Boys & City Girls" and "For the Girl" has the Fratellis sounding like the cheeky offspring of the Clash, or a less-irritating Madness. But all this analysis kind of misses the point of Costello Music: this is music for dancing, not for contemplation. It's loud, fast and in-your-face, exactly what you'd expect from three young men with guitars. --Ted Kord

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Good Stuff.......2007-07-27

Just Listen, they are raw and inovative. Echoes of 60's Underground and The Old UFO Days, but they use the Tech. of the today to refine their recordings.

Just Listen. then buy it. !!!

4 out of 5 stars great music.......2007-07-27

Good band, overall fun bouncy punk-polka sound. A great buy if you love punk/alt!!

5 out of 5 stars Didn't see this coming!.......2007-07-15

Wow, i can't believe i came from heavy death metal to this upbeat poppy music- but this is the exact type of music that would make you want to change.
Other than the main hits such as Chelsea Dagger and Flathead- this album is full of amazing song. Nothing short of a must buy if you like indie or pop; or if you were like me, looking to lighten up your atmosphere. And that's exactly what this does- it just makes you happy; makes you want to dance even if you can't.

Every song is filled with an incredible rhythm, ranging from mosh pit punk to bob your head and go with the flow. Songs such as Henrietta and Whistle for the Choir are full of constantly changing riffs, so you can't expect what to hear next. So it never gets old.

The lyrics are quite interesting, the way he tells his stories are such that you can just close your eyes and watch the colors dance when you're feeling down or getting you and your friends amped for the trip to the game. One thing i should address for the parents is the cover art, it can seem slightly provocative- but nothing more than you'd see openly on TV nowadays.

Ok, so if this whole makes less than any sense to you- lemme just sum it up into one sentence.
"You will not regret this buy!"

5 out of 5 stars THIS is my summer album.......2007-07-01

Fun! Fun! Fun! Three guys with guitars! Say what you will otherwise about this CD, but when it comes down to it, this thing is 100% pure unadulterated fun. I heard one song on the radio (#4, Chelsea Dagger) and had it stuck in my noggin after that- it was very annoying! The next day, on a hard-fought whim I finally bought the album at Best Buy. I have never regretted this! Really it was out of desperation, since all the music out "all sounds the same nowadays". Come on... you've said it too. It's not just that you're old- 99% of what's out there right now sucks a$$.

That's certainly not the case here. This is the very, very rare album that's actually worth buying. There's not a bad track on here. When's the last time you said that about a CD? Buy it... you will not be sorry!

5 out of 5 stars Gritty Retro.......2007-06-13

With their hit single, "Chelsea Dagger," the Fratellis successfully recreate the glam sound of T-Rex. The song even starts off with a yell similar to T-Rex's "20th Century Boy." The Fratellis pull off having a retro sound, but with a gritty sound ala Mando Diao whose latest album Ode to Ochrasy is out now.
Because of the Times
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Kings Hit a Triple
  • think infectious basslines.
  • Do not hesitate to buy if you were disappointed with ASH
  • Disappointing comeback
  • Best Alternative/Indie/Rock Album This Year
Because of the Times
Kings of Leon
Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000MRA3NU
Release Date: 2007-04-03

Tracks:

  1. Knocked Up
  2. Charmer
  3. On Call
  4. McFearless
  5. Black Thumbnail
  6. My Party
  7. True Love Way
  8. Ragoo
  9. Fans
  10. The Runner
  11. Trunk
  12. Camaro
  13. Arizona

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Aha Shake Heartbreak may have blown open the doors of fame for Kings of Leon, but their third full-length album (named for a United Pentecostal Church ministers' conference) could well usher the Nashville foursome directly to rock and roll's zenith. There's hardly a change in plans for the three Followill brothers and their cousin, and that means producer Ethan Johns, a smorgasbord of musical influences, and a cacophonous ensemble of guitar, bass, and drums. A trio of relentless rockers--"My Party," "Camaro," and the sarcastic "Charmer"--are sure to pacify those familiar with the Kings' blueprint, yet there is ripening in the band's approach heard, in several of the record's 13 songs. Reverb guitar and vocals and a "woo woo" chorus add a sinister aspect to "Trunk," and "Knocked Up" features a laissez-faire Caleb Followill crooning "She don't care what her mama said/She's gonna have my baby." The seven-minute revelation of fatherhood that opens the album leads into the U2-influenced "McFearless," a reggae-splashed "Ragoo," and the rambling English blues of "Black Thumbnail." It's a rogue element that has always left every record fresh, and this time it has Kings of Leon teetering on the edge of rock renown. --Scott Holter

Album Description

Third album from the rockin' American quartet whose previous albums (2003's Youth And Young Manhood and Aha Shake Heartbreak from '05) have earned them a large worldwide following. Consisting of three brothers and a cousin, the Kings Of Leon mix their own brand of Southern Rock with touches of Garage, Punk and Alternative swagger. RCA.

Album Details

Their third full length album.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Kings Hit a Triple.......2007-08-02

I agree with the Stone that these guys keep getting better and better. I've got the other two discs and each one seems to build on the next. Everyone's playing on this CD stands out.

5 out of 5 stars think infectious basslines........2007-08-02

not that my opinion really registers for anything, but i happen to think that this was a fantastic cd. to me, the extended period between their last cd seemed perpetual and when this cd was finally released, i was not disappointed. though i do like 'ahashake heartbreak' better, i still say that this cd is far from overrated. true its not part ll of the last cd but at least they took a different approach. too many bands produce so many identical records. change can be good. [can, but not always. however in this case it is.] i recommend this cd.

5 out of 5 stars Do not hesitate to buy if you were disappointed with ASH.......2007-07-11

I thought Youth and Young Manhood was excellent, thought Aha Shake Heartbreak wasn't that good and therefore wasn't gonna pick up Because of the Times. But my husband had read good reviews and purchased it. Wow! What a coup/comeback for the Followill boys! I think this is their best so far; a very strong disc. I don't think there is a dud song on the whole album. I almost blew out the speakers in my car cranking up Black Thumbnail and My Party over and over and over. Moody, diverse, rockin' - love it! Buy it, you will not be sorry you did.

1 out of 5 stars Disappointing comeback.......2007-07-07

Maybe it's just me, but I haven't been able to get into this. I loved their first album, thought their second one was okay, but this one may be worse than the last one. I can't really give too thorough of a review since I didn't get past the fourth song on the first listen, and haven't listened to it since, even seriously considered trading it in.

I got this CD after reading a stellar review by Q Magazine appauding it. Needless to say, I was disappointed.

5 out of 5 stars Best Alternative/Indie/Rock Album This Year.......2007-07-05

If you're reading this review, you probably know to some extent who the Kings of Leon are - a relatively young indie-rock band out of Tennessee whose appeal is said to come from equal parts youthful energy and wisdom-beyond-their-years.

Their debut was a southern-fried scramble of distorted guitars and yelping vocals that seemed to delight in its own unholiness. On Because of the Times, the guitars are still distorted, the singer's still yelping and the themes aren't necessarily wholesome - see 'Knocked Up', in which singer Caleb belts "She don't care what her mama says, no she's gonna have my baby" - but at times there's a beauty to the arrangements that's almost divine.

That's not to suggest that the band has forgotten to rock, though, because they haven't; in fact, at this point in their career the band has the musicianship to back up their ambition, and the result is some of the most fulfilling rock you can hear on the indie scene today.

If you like either of KoL's previous two albums, you'll love this one. If you're looking for an introduction to the Kings of Leon's work, this is as good a starting point as any.
110 in the Shade (2007 Broadway Revival Cast)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Audra is yet again, outstanding
  • 110 in the Shade
  • Pure pleasure
  • audra is definitive
  • 110 In The Shade Revival CD - Next Best Thing to Being at The Show
110 in the Shade (2007 Broadway Revival Cast)

Manufacturer: P.S. Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000PMG9GW
Release Date: 2007-06-12

Tracks:

  1. Another Hot Day
  2. Lizzie's Comin' Home
  3. Love, Don't Turn Away
  4. Poker Polka
  5. The Hungry Men
  6. The Rain Song
  7. You're Not Fooling Me
  8. Cinderella
  9. Raunchy
  10. A Man and a Woman
  11. "She Walked Out On Me..."
  12. Old Maid
  13. Evenin' Star
  14. Everything Beautiful
  15. "Stay and Talk..."
  16. Melisande
  17. Simple Little Things
  18. Little Red Hat
  19. Is It Really Me?
  20. Wonderful Music
  21. The Rain Song (reprise)

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More than four decades after its Broadway debut, the Roundabout Theatre's 2007 revival of 110 in the Shade is a glorious showcase for soprano Audra McDonald, and an eloquent statement for an underrated and neglected work. Based on N. Richard Nash's play The Rainmaker, 110 in the Shade tells the story of a Texas town stuck in a blistering heat wave. Lizzie (McDonald), the daughter of a local widower (Broadway veteran and TV star John Cullum), has resisted all suitors, including the sheriff (Christopher Innvar), until a potential huckster named Starbuck (Steve Kazee) arrives in town promising to bring rain ("The Rain Song"). Just like Marian the librarian, Lizzie thinks she sees right through the scam ("You're Not Fooling Me"). McDonald shines in her solos ("Love, Don't Turn Away," "Old Maid"), but Cullum, Innvar, and Kazee also get their moments either in duets with McDonald ("A Man and a Woman," "Simple Little Things," "Is It Really Me?") or by themselves. 110 in the Shade is obscure compared to Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's most famous work, The Fantasticks--none of its songs ever entered the popular culture like "Try to Remember"--but it's a beautiful, evocative score that is tailor-made for McDonald's rich voice. It's also much more sumptuous than The Fantasticks, even in Jonathan Tunick's pared-down, Tony-nominated orchestrations. (Also nominated were McDonald, Cullum, lighting designer Christopher Akerlind, and the show itself for Best Revival of a Musical.) P.S. Classics puts out its usual first-rate package, with color photos, introduction by Peter Filichia, synopsis, and libretto. --David Horiuchi

Description

Four-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald triumphantly returns to Broadway in the role she was born to play: Lizzie Curry in 110 in the Shade, Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's heartrending musical adaptation of N. Richard Nash's classic play The Rainmaker. Amidst a heat wave in 1930's Texas, Lizzie - despite her wit, intelligence and homemaking skills - is on the verge of becoming an old maid, until a charismatic rainmaker named Starbuck enters town and her world is shaken. 110 in the Shade originally premiered in 1963 - Jones and Schmidt's first Broadway musical following their unprecedented off-Broadway triumph with The Fantasticks. Joining McDonald for the new Roundabout Theatre Company revival are two-time Tony Award-winner John Cullum and, fresh from Spamalot, Steve Kazee as Starbuck. PS Classics and the Roundabout previously collaborated on Grammy-nominated and top-selling recordings of Nine: The Musical and Assassins; this latest CD is sure to result in another definitive Broadway cast album, this time headed by one of Broadway's brightest crown jewels.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Audra is yet again, outstanding.......2007-07-26

I love this CD and all of the music is amazing. Audra does stand out but what else is new. Can't wait to see the show. Buy this CD and add it to your collection.

5 out of 5 stars 110 in the Shade.......2007-07-20

This recording is superb. I recently saw the show in NYC and found that this recording does the show justice. It is a great show and recording.

5 out of 5 stars Pure pleasure.......2007-07-19

Couple of days ago, I saw "110 in the Shade" on Broadway in the Roundabout Theatre revival. At intermission, in a trance of emotion, I went straight to the souvenir stand to buy the cast album (available at a non-ripoff price of $20, I'm glad to say). This is something I hardly ever do, but I had just seen and heard Audra McDonald and Christopher Innvar sing the duet "A Man and A Woman," and I had to have that music. Been playing the score ever since. It's a delight and I like the orchestrations very much. McDonald is an utter joy, but Innvar was an unexpected discovery and on the strength of his performance, should have had bigger billing.

4 out of 5 stars audra is definitive.......2007-07-18

Though the score of 110 IN THE SHADE is modest in musical scope, Audra McDonald sings it with all the passion, conviction and care that one could hope for. The other performances on the recording are good, especially Steve Kazee, whose Starbuck feels lighter and more expressive than Douglas Horton on the original cast recording. Bobby Steggert makes the most of every one of Jimmy's lines. Christopher Innvar sounds far better on this recording than he did in the theater. There is a great deal of dialogue on the CD, which may be more enjoyable to those who have seen the production than to the casual listener. The reduced orchestrations are in many cases more imaginative and expressive than the originals, which tended toward bombast in telling this intimate story. They often are reminiscent of Copland's "Appalachian Spring", and I would imagine that's not accidental. If you are an Audra lover, buy this immediately, you'll never hear a finer version of Lizzie's numbers than are offered here.

5 out of 5 stars 110 In The Shade Revival CD - Next Best Thing to Being at The Show.......2007-07-15

Any fan of 110 In The Shade will appreciate this recording; it is very well recorded and features the stunning vocal performance of Audra McDonald. This CD more than holds its own when compared to the studio cast version of 1997 and it is head and shoulders above the original cast recording of 1963.

If you have seen the recent revival at Studio 54, or you are a fan of the show, you will definitly want to have a copy of this CD
Elephant
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • edgy and different
  • amazing one of the best cds i own
  • June 2003
  • people who bought this also bought Fingernails on a chalkboard
  • The first song/single is good - the rest; garage band filler with cringe-inducing "lyrics"...
Elephant
The White Stripes , and White Stripes
Manufacturer: V2
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00008J4P5
Release Date: 2003-04-01

Tracks:

  1. Seven Nation Army
  2. Black Math
  3. There's No Home For You Here
  4. I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself
  5. In The Cold, Cold Night
  6. I Want To Be The Boy...
  7. You've Got Her In Your Pocket
  8. Ball And Biscuit
  9. The Hardest Button To Button
  10. Little Acorns
  11. Hypnotise
  12. The Air Near My Fingers
  13. Girl, You Have No Faith In Medicine
  14. It's True That We Love One Another

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Jokingly referred to as the White Stripes' British album, Elephant is scattered with cultural references that give away the fact it was recorded far from home. Just listen to the lyrics on "Seven Nation Army" ("From the Queen of England to the hounds of Hell") or the album outro, in which someone chips in, "Jolly good, cup of tea?" But while there are new twists here, from Meg White discovering her voice to a tongue-in-cheek threesome with Holly Golightly, Elephant is no great departure for Jack and Meg White. They still push their creativity (and the boundaries of their eight-track) to new heights. Check out the startling, Queen-inspired "There's No Home for You Here," while the deep bass line on "Seven Nation Army" makes it a classic indie dance track. But while some songs fly off into new realms, there's plenty of their trademark straight-up bluesy rock, notably the overtly sexual "Ball and Biscuit." And there's Jack's plaintive, resolutely modest and yet theatrical voice. --Caroline Butler

Album Description

Double colored vinyl. One white. One red.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars edgy and different.......2007-08-01

I love white strippes for it different sound and how strange they are. ex husband and wife become brother and sister. hmmmmmmmmmm weirdo, but they artiest.

5 out of 5 stars amazing one of the best cds i own .......2007-06-28

wow the white stripes elephant what could i say about this album ok when i first encountered them i saw the hotel yorba or fell in love with girl video i thought it was realy good then they mad this everthing for jack to make his guitar to have the bass fell was amazing ball and biscuit there 7 minuet song is truly the best song on here i fell that this is prolly the greatest cd ever i bought a red guitar becayse of this album i dont think that will b a cd this good for a long time icky thump is veary close though u should by that one to

4 out of 5 stars June 2003.......2007-06-27

I bought this album years ago and I still love most of the tracks. A great buy for ten bucks or under.

1 out of 5 stars people who bought this also bought Fingernails on a chalkboard.......2007-06-20

The one star is just to have my review seen. I can't seriously review inaudible noise. You really need to listen to the sounds this band is totally ripping off in an offensive way. Pick up a guitar and you'll learn these songs in 2 minutes flat and never want to play them again. Death to retro rock!

1 out of 5 stars The first song/single is good - the rest; garage band filler with cringe-inducing "lyrics"..........2007-06-19

The rest sounds like he's just making it up in the studio, especially the childish attempts at lyrics. Here's a profound sample;

"The smile on your face made her think she had the right one
Then she thought she was sure
By the way you two could have fun
But now you're scared"

WOW...

I still think Weird Al Yankovich is more diverse a comic/musician, plus a better musician/lyricist.
American Idiot
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Too Political For Green Day's Taste
  • Enjoyable
  • American Genius
  • Fair
  • Who Cares what people say!!
American Idiot
Green Day
Manufacturer: Reprise / Wea
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ASIN: B0002OERI0
Release Date: 2004-09-21

Tracks:

  1. American Idiot
  2. Jesus of Suburbia
  3. City Of The Damned
  4. I Don't Care
  5. Dearly Beloved
  6. Tales Of Another Broken Home
  7. Holiday
  8. Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
  9. Are We The Waiting
  10. St. Jimmy
  11. Give Me Novacaine
  12. She's a Rebel
  13. Extraordinary Girl
  14. Letterbomb
  15. Wake Me Up When September Ends
  16. The Death Of St. Jimmy
  17. East 12th St.
  18. Nobody Likes You
  19. Rock and Roll Girlfriend
  20. We're Coming Home Again
  21. Whatsername

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For its first new set of music since 2000's Warning, Green Day tears up the blueprint and comes up with something unexpected: a punk rock concept album built around elaborate melodies, odd tempo changes, and a collection of songs that freely reference classic rock warhorses like the Beatles and Pink Floyd. "She's a Rebel" and "St. Jimmy" might sound like vintage Green Day, but the rest of the disc finds the Northern California trio trying on a variety of different guises: "Boulevard of Broken Dreams" is a cliché-strewn Foo Fighters-style power ballad; "Extraordinary Girl" floats on Indian strings; and the hushed "Wake Me Up When September Ends" wouldn't sound entirely out of place on a Jessica Simpson record. It doesn't always work. "Dearly Beloved" eerily resembles the Alarm's "68 Guns," while the title track eerily resembles something Green Day has already done far too many times. But, overall, American Idiot represents a promising step forward. --Aidin Vaziri

Album Description

The first original album since 2000 from modern rock superheroes Green Day, American Idiot is one of the most anticipated and controversial albums of the year. Scathing yet self-effacing as it tells the tale of Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong, American Idiot is the punk rock epic. "A bold, polished punk opera." (Entertainment Weekly) "They're the biggest, most successful, punk band the world has ever seen. What's more, Green Day's next album may well be their masterpiece." (Kerrang!)

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Too Political For Green Day's Taste.......2007-08-02

Ok I know 90 percent of Americans hate Bush with a passion, but to create a whole CD to emphasize that is rediculous.

I started to listen to Green Day a year before this album came out and I was impressed with what I heard.

I anticipated this new CD since Green Day had been in the shadows for so long and what came out of it disappointed me.

Their old music was dark and punk. This new stuff was too "pop" for their taste.

My Recommendation:

If you don't like political music, then pass up on this CD.

4 out of 5 stars Enjoyable.......2007-08-02

Green Day were my favorite band as soon as I heard "When I Come Around" way back in the day. They're not quite my favorite anymore, but I still enjoy their music, including this album. After a great "mature" I guess you could say album in Warning, they changed direction yet again with this. I think Billie and Co just wanted to write a bunch of energetic anthems that would translate well to live shows, which is exactly what they did. Makes sense, since they're known for putting on good shows live.

But anyways, this CD has some great tracks on it. Punk-rock opera is what it has been dubbed, although many cringe at such a classification of such a popular band as Green Day. Honestly though, I think this is a good description of what the album is about. It's about cranking out power chords (the "punk" part) and being over-the-top and creating nine-minute storytelling songs about how much Billie Joe hates George Bush (the opera part). "Punk" itself seems to be a word that has multiple definitions. I (and many other) consider it any type of simple power chord oriented and typically fast paced rock. I'm just typing this as a disclaimer for those music purists that will e-mail bomb me for calling Green Day "punk" because they consider punk "a way of thinking". Thing is, the English language is ever-changing, and now this kind of music is what people are calling punk. Not that I agree with it, or care. This is a pretty good CD if you enjoy Green Day's previous records, although I prefer "Warning" and "Insomniac" to this.

Of course many have accused their expanding horizons as "SELLING OUT". Thing is they havn't changed their sound very much from when they started back in the late 80's, so I'm not quite sure how that works. If "Warning" and its relatively subpar sales is any indication, these guys just make the music they enjoy to play.

Also, those who criticize Green Day for not being very talented, that very well may be true. Billie Joe isn't a great guitar player at all. But good songs don't have to be technically hard to play. Look at the Beatles. Timeless, great music that anyone can play (note that I'm NOT saying Green Day on the same level as them in my opinion). Looking back at the two bands I was in myself, I wish we had kept the songs more simple. Simplicity is underrated in songwriting.

I've seen Green Day twice live, and they put on a great, fun, exciting show both times. Isn't that what it's all about? I'm happy for the three of them and their success and look forward to future recordings!

5 out of 5 stars American Genius.......2007-07-08

There is a lot of excellent music here. "Holiday," "Boulevard of Broken Dreams," "Wake Me Up When September Ends," and of course the title track are destined to be Green Day classics. It is obvious these guys ave something to say, and this album spares no risks in delivering that message. It challenges us, as Americans, to look at ourselves and society. I love music like this. It has meaning. Green Day has reached their peak with this album. They will never sound this good again.

3 out of 5 stars Fair.......2007-06-30

I'am Not Usually Not A Big Fan Of Green Day. Really I Pretty Much Hate All Of There Album's. But For Some Reason I Actually Like This Album Ok. I Don't Know It's Like It's A Step Of Good For Green Day. It's Actually The Only Green Day Album I Own. I Proabably Recomend This One, But It's The Only One I Would.

4 out of 5 stars Who Cares what people say!!.......2007-06-29

I bought this album about 2 years ago when it came out. Being an old school Greenday fan some of this album was new to me,but is changing really a bad thing. Everyone says GreenDay sold out with this LP but does growing up musically really considered selling out. If that was true than great bands such as Pink Floyd would be considered sell outs. Being a true GreenDay fan I will say some of the songs on this album sort of have the album "Warning" sound to it. So if you like good concept music buy this album!!

Music Info:

  1. Rock and Roll Over
  2. Savage Amusement
  3. Slip
  4. Smashes, Thrashes & Hits
  5. So Sexist
  6. So Sexist
  7. Spreading the Disease
  8. State of Euphoria [Explicit Lyrics]
  9. Stevie Salas Colorcode
  10. Street Ready

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