Once Bitten...Twice Shy

Once Bitten...Twice Shy

Track Listings

1. Deep Water

2. Take It All the Way

3. Give Me a Chance

4. Think of Me

5. Tonight

6. Chained by Desire

7. Reflections

8. Once Bitten, Twice Shy

9. All on You [*]

Tracks:

Once Bitten Twice Shy
Who Do You Love
Colwater High
One Fine Day
The Truth, The Whole Truth, Nuthin' But The Truth
All American Alien Boy
Common Disease
Justice Of The Peace
When The Daylight Comes
Cleveland Rocks
Bastard
Gun Control
Speechless
Traitor
(I'm The) Teacher
Great Expectations (You Never Know What To Expect)
Good Man In A Bad Time
Women's Intuition
Ain't No Way To Treat A Lady
All The Young Dudes (Live)

Tracks:

Shades Off (Poem)
Boy
Letter To Brittania From Union Jack
You Nearly Did Me In
(God) Advice To A Friend
Shallow Crystals
Ships
Standing In My Light
The Outsider
Junkman (With Genya Ravan)
Old Records Never Die
All Of The Good Ones Are Taken
Seeing Double
Bluebirds
Sunshine Eyes
Ill Wind
All Is Forgiven
Michael Picasso (Live)

Amazon.com

Ian Hunter is one of the great everyman rockers. Frontman for the mighty if ill-starred Mott the Hoople (whose big break was followed shortly by a lamentable implosion), Hunter went solo in the mid-1970s, scoring early on with the likes of "Once Bitten Twice Shy," "Cleveland Rocks," and "Ships" (the latter an unlikely hit for Barry Manilow). Into the '80s and '90s, the frizzy-haired Brit with the Dylanesque vocal delivery missed his mark as often as not, but one couldn't help root for a guy who reconciled his smart, sensitive, and impudent sides and made music that reflected those same qualities. This 38-track, two-CD retrospective organizes Hunter's post-glam solo work from 1975 'til 1996, clustering the rockers on the first disc and the ballads on the second. Further sequenced in chronological order, the discs lose momentum as they progress, but most of the two sides of Hunter range from good to grand. Not bad for a rock & roll journeyman. --Steven Stolder

Customer Reviews:

Ambitious 2 disk collection of 38 songs..........2004-10-11

Ambitious 2 disk collection of 38 songs with the first disk being rockers and the second ballads. In addition to the obvious songs it contains b-sides, alternate versions, songs from movie soundtracks and unreleased tracks. It also includes a nice 28 page booklet with some witty comments from Hunter on each song. Now to nit-pik, it should have been in chronological order, it skipped over several hits including Just Another Night, and it has him doing All The Young Dudes with Def Leppard. Yeach! I guess one of the best things about being old is that I was lucky enough to see a Mott The Hoople concert at their creative peak at the Boston Orpheum. Another plus to help offset Leppard is it has the Genya Raven duet, Junkman. Did you know that Van Morrison was supposed to be the male vocalist on that? Despite the nitpicking I still give it * * * * .
P.S. - I think that Hunter, along with Mick Jagger and Joe Strummer is one of the few British singers who actually sound British.

The Best of...not really........2001-12-16

No matter how you view Ian Hunter's contributions to rock, his is a long, varied, and storied career. This collection gives you a listen to a number of Hunter's best work along with a variety of other tunes that are of interest to long time Hunter fans. But your first clue that this is far from a true best of comes when you realize the songs that are missing, "Irene Wilde","Just Another Night", "We Gotta Get Out of This Place" among the many tunes that should be here. (You are told to refer to the albums for these tunes...if you can't get the best songs on a best of collection what's the point?)Then read Hunter's own comments about the song "Justice of the Peace"- "Fabricated. The whole Overnight Angels album was recorded too high for my voice"...Does this sound like a greatest hit? I enjoyed this collection and the idea of dividing the songs into Rockers and Ballads but I'm still waiting for a true Greatest Hits collection for this incredible artist.

A great collection, but not for Hunter neophytes.......2001-06-08

Putting together a collection like this always creates a dilemma, one that is usually solved by screwing true fans who have to pay for an album full of songs they already have in order to obtain a rarity or two. Because the compilers of this collection went the opposite way, I'm really inclined to give it 5 stars on general principle.

Out of the 38 songs on these two discs, only 12 are standard album versions, and of those 4 are from "Overnight Angels" and "All Of The Good Ones Are Taken" which are out of print and damn near impossible to find on cd. Everything else is an alternate take, a single edit, previously unreleased, or rare soundtrack material. Amazingly, none of these rarities coincide with the disc of rarities released with the reissue of "Short Back 'n' Sides" a few years ago. So what you have here is really a generous gift to the fans.

On the other hand, as several other reviewers have noted, the lack of some of Hunter's strongest and/or most familiar material (squeezed out by the large number of outtakes and rarities) makes this a very poor introduction/overview of Hunter's career. The casual fan just looking to get a standard "best of" compilation will likely be left cold, and this is certainly not the selection of tracks I would choose to introduce a friend to Hunter's quirky charms. Nevertheless, a lot of the rarities are quite good, especially the moving live performance of "Michael Picasso". If you are already among the converted, you will definitely want this one. If you are a casual fan, caveat emptor.

Greatest Unknown Rockstar!?.......2001-02-10

I have followed Ian's career since the days of Mott The Hopple. He has released some of the best music in rock history, that is virtually unknown to the general public. All the Young Dudes is about the only recognizable song for most. This 2 CD set is a great starter for those about enter the world of Mr.Hunter. While I would have preferred to hear some other tunes that I think are perhaps better songwriting, I must leave it to Ian to provide us what HE thinks should be on His records. My only regret is that he did not include the song, American Music, one of the greatest tributes to the original roots of rock n' roll. I cannot say enough good things about this artist. Just listen to Once Bitten Twice Shy and God. Oh, by the way, the next one you should buy is Welcome To The Club with Mick Ronson, perhaps in the top 5 greatest live albums ever! Enough Said 'Rock On Ian'

All The Way From Shropshire - A Real Rock Gem.......2001-02-06

When Mott The Hooples classic All The Young Dudes hit the shelf almost thirty years ago, I was one of the first in line to buy it - and the music of Ian Hunter has been one of the many constants in my life ever since.

This is the hidden history of rock and roll, the essential essence, its timeless qualities and haunting reminders of disquieting beauty, vulnerability and inner strength. Ian Hunter is one of rocks true long distance runners, who has made rock and roll his life, carried out with true dedication, professionalism and honesty that is reflected in his rockers and ballads. Ian Hunter is the real working class rock hero that Lennon characterized so well, and Ian knows and lets us know what he thinks this thing called life is all about.

Regards,

Tracks:

Once Bitten Twice Shy
Who Do You Love
Colwater High [#]
One Fine Day [#]
Truth, the Whole Truth, Nuthin' But the Truth
All American Alien Boy [#]
Common Disease [#]
Justice of the Peace
When the Daylight Comes
Cleveland Rocks
Bastard
Gun Control
Speechless
Traitor [#]
(I'm the) Teacher [#]
Great Expectations (You Never Know What to Expect) [#]
Good Man in a Bad Time [#]
Women's Intuition [#]
Ain't No Way to Treat a Lady [#]
All the Young Dudes [Live][#] - Def Leppard, Ian Hunter

Tracks:

Shades Off (Poem) [#]
Boy
Letter to Britannia from the Union Jack
You Nearly Did Me In
(God) Advice to a Friend [#]
Shallow Crystals
Ships
Standin' in My Light
Outsider
Junk Man [#]
Old Records Never Die
All of the Good Ones Are Taken
Seeing Double
Bluebirds [#]
Sunshine Eyes [#]
Ill Wind [#]
All Is Forgiven [#]
Michael Picasso [Live]

Album Description

Double CD collection featuring 38 tracks including all the classics plus 18 unreleased, rare or demo recordings. Amongst the gems from the vaults are 'Coldwater High', 'One Fine Day' and a live version of 'All The Young Dudes' with DefLeppard. 32 page booklet packed with notes and photos. Slimline double jewel case housed in a slipcase. 2000.

Album Details

38 Tracks, 18 Unreleased, Rare and Demo Recordings. Includes 32-page Booklet with Detailed Notes and Loads of Rare Photos.

Customer Reviews:

Fine collection.......2000-10-18

I've been waiting for something like this for awhile, and overall it exceeds expectations.

Caveat: This is definitely not a "greatest hits" collection, and as such it'll be received better by fans than by the casual listener. There are some of the "hits" (Once Bitten, Cleveland Rocks, etc.), but it's more a sort of retrospective that covers a lot of unreleased stuff, undoubtedly of more interest to fans.

Having said all that, Ian says he's an acquired taste, and that's true, so I bet most people buying this collection already have most, if not all of his albums. In that context it wouldn't really have made sense to put all those familiar, favorite songs on here exactly as they appear on the albums. The radio edits are interesting in their own rights - little lyric changes on All American Alien Boy and a shorter Women's intuition (the album version always seemed a tad long for me anyway), etc. - regardless of whether they're "superior" to the ones we're used to. The rarities are largely excellent. A few don't grab me, but so what? Ian's liner notes for each song are brief but interesting and, of course, honest. Even he doesn't fancy absolutely everything he's put out...

And yeah, as with most collections, everyone (including me) is gonna have an opinion about what tracks should've made the final cut and which should've been left off, but you can't please all the people all the time, and this set gives a great representation of the many facets of Ian (with fantastic input from the people he's played with over the years, especially Mick). The sound quality is excellent, too.

This set is a slice of incredible, unique musical history. Only minor subjective complaints - overall really excellent. Maybe it's not ABSOLUTELY perfect to me, but I give it five stars anyway because, well, it's Ian.

(Note to record company: Ian's got more than enough classic songs to put out a proper "greatest hits" collection for newer fans, and even diehard fans would probably shell out the $ for it, so run that up the flagpole too, please...)

A great introduction to the artist.......2000-07-12

If all you have ever heard of Ian Hunter is the theme from Drew Carey show, this is a great place to start! Hunter is one of the great rockers of our time and has little to show for it. Hopefully this album will bring Ian back into the public eye. If your a long time fan, this is the colleciton you've been waiting for, if your just discovering Ian, start here. And yes, Cleveland Rocks is on this album!

ian hunter.......2000-07-12

ian who.....oh my what you don't know about this great rocker....leader of mott the hoople....one of the great stage performers in rock....literal, funny, intelligent marriage of blonde on blonde era lyrics with a stones backbeat and you come up with the great ian hunter....nothing against great white, but the original young dude is the best.... he never comes up short... pick up the live cd or the upcoming best of...it'll open your eyes

Ian Hunter - once bitten , twice shy.......2000-07-11

I don't know whos came first but this one has nothing on the Great white version back in the 80's.. "Ian WHO?" , should 've saved the money for the studio and bought some bud's..

Average customer rating:

Once Bitten Twice Shy
Great White
Manufacturer: capitol
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ASIN: B000LY91QO

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Rock the First

Manufacturer: Sandstone Music
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ASIN: B0009K7D1A

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Once Bitten Twice Shy
Various
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ASIN: B000RQTO2C

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Track Listing: 1. Pocket Change - Amazing grace; 2. No More Droids - Failure; 3. Easement - Worthy God; 4. Duckie - Embrace; 5. Calibretto 13 - KGB; 6. The Roosevelts - Life's a bore; 7. Zeal - Beautiful loser; 8. Spitting Image - Take it or leave it; 9. Subtrain - Bone; 10. Unwind - The Game; 11. Harmonium - Delicate; 12. Chagrin - Wake up; 13. Buckledown - Not alone; 14. 3 Car Pile Up - The blood; 15. The DBG's - My friends an addict; 17. The Pantlegs - Return to woodcrest; 18. Nashville Fats - Grace; 19. Greg Strange - Holy rollin' hot rod

Once Bitten Twice Shy Episode One Relase Music

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Once Bitten Twice Shy Episode One Relase Music

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ASIN: B000UFY330

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Twice Bitten, Once Shy
Moco
Manufacturer: Universal
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ASIN: B000FO86ZC
Release Date: 2006-06-12

Tracks:

Twice Bitten, Once Shy
Cool Dancing
A Horse Is Just A Pony
Military Mile
A Funny Little Place Called Home
If You Hold Both My Hands
Video - Early Liz Hurley
Video - Fear And Loathing In Coventry (Rockumentary)

Album Details

The Coventry Band Come Up with an Interesting Twist on the Ian Hunter Classic Title, "Twice Bitten, Once Shy", also the Title Track of this 2006 Mini-album. The Group's Sound Has Been Described as Influenced by the Rolling Stones, the Doors, Post '77 Punk Bands, Joy Division and the Who....all Gelled Into a Refreshing Unique Style. This Set is Capped by the Enhanced features of the Video of "Early Liz Hurley" and the "Rockumentary" Called "Fear and Loathing in Coventry". They've Supported the Charlatans, Babyshambles and Arctic Monkeys, Becoming One of the UK'S Most Exciting Live Bands Around.

Average customer rating:

I like the music very well and really love it.

Once Bitten Twice Shy (+ Bonus Tracks)
Shy
Manufacturer: Techi
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000088Z0
Release Date: 1998-04-02

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Japanese Version featuring Bonus Tracks.

Customer Reviews:

I like the music very well and really love it........1999-02-13

Can u play some music for me so i can listen to my favorite themes and artists around the world. And if u could play shawn mullins song please.

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Once Bitten Twice Shy/Live

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ASIN: B00022M7VG
Release Date: 2004-05-25

Album Description

Special limited edition twofer combines the albums, 'Once Bitten, Twice Shy' (1983) is remastered and has a bonus tracks added & 'Live In Europe' (1999) is a 14-track recording from the band's European tour in 1987 with Gary Moore and Meatloaf. Includes original booklets. Neat. 2004.