East of the Moon

Editorial Reviews
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After releasing more than 15 recordings for his original record label (Narada), pianist David Lanz makes his debut on Decca Records with East of the Moon, a well-mannered blend of instrumental pop and orchestral pomp that occupies stylistic ground between John Tesh and Mannheim Steamroller. Guided by renowned producer Hugh Padgham (Sting, Phil Collins, et al.), Lanz recorded the album's 14 tracks live, laying down eight ensemble pieces (two uptempo, six subdued) and a high-minded, six-part work ("World at Peace") that involves a 35-piece orchestra. No new classics seem to be lurking here, though the propulsive "Dancing with Dionyscis" has its moments. By touching on themes of mythology and transcultural transformation, East of the Moon is intended less for bedroom candlelight and more for the internal flame Lanz enjoys rekindling within his spiritually inclined faithful listeners. Corny to some; a tonic to others. --Terry Wood

East of the Moon,David Lanz,Decca,Contemporary Instrumental,New Age,New Age / Meditation,Pop

East of the Moon

Tracks:

Derschein
East of the Full Moon
Vibrant Dusk
Moon-Silvered Clouds
Marfa Lights 1
Black Velvet Flirt
Earth Shadow
Marfa Lights 2
Dawn Shimmer

Album Description

East of the Full Moon is a musical meditation on the theme of night, crafted by renowned New Age musician/composer, Deuter. Composed to express the moods of the night, its silence, its soft songs, when the human mind has gone to sleep to dream different dreams, Deuter's graceful music evokes images of the night sky, the moon appearing behind clouds, the world losing its stark colors, and trees becoming just shadows against the moon.

Reviews:
"There's no denying that Deuter has talent. With over a dozen releases to his name and a penchant for some of the most haunting reveries in the genre, the artist is a master of music for relaxation and healing. EAST OF THE FULL MOON, themed after the stillness of the nocturnal hours, features Deuter in top form, with a series of velvety melodies that call to mind a gorgeous night sky. Piano, flute, harp, and keyboards are the main instruments on the album, which are interwoven into a tapestry of dreamy music. The cuts are each slow-paced and reflective, ideal for providing a soothing backdrop for relaxation or meditation."
--Music Design, In Review

"... East of the Full Moon once again clearly illustrates why Deuter has few, if any, peers when it comes to crafting elegant, beautiful music which speaks to the human soul with simplicity, charm, and grace."
--Bill Binkelman, Wind and Wire

"…Deuter's exquisite sense of taste and confidence in the other-dimensional nature of his creations produces music that soothes the spirit, freeing the mind to journey to a place of peace. A few selections include mild percussive beat; the rest flow in an unbroken stream of heart-touching reverie."
--Jason Victor Serinus, Music Critic

"In these busy times there is one musical artist that continues to define quiet joy, warmth, and a musical heart-felt celebration of life. That artist is Deuter. East of the Full Moon should appeal to anyone who is interested in genuine music for meditation, yoga, quiet times, and who may use the music in home, school or office settings to enhance the environment. Recommended!"
--Scott H. Colborn, The Way Home Store

Customer Reviews:

Very good new age - low key, well engineered........2007-07-04

Deuter has turned out tasteful albums and this is one of his best. New Age music should be unobtrusive and this is. It should stand up to repeated listening and this does. It should be relaxing without being monotonous and this is. Enjoyable. And it passed my sleep test - it put me to sleep last night so that I never heard the end of the album.

Deuter is always good..........2007-06-08

I want to own all of his music, not just because I'm a massage therapist. It also helps me to relax and move to a more centered space within. But his Koyasan - Reiki Sound Healing is the absolute best he's ever produced in my opinion.

Especially nice for contemplation.......2007-05-07

Gentle piano exploration against a mystical background. Nothing gooey, just lots of beauty. Invites peaceful reflection. Not a false note.

Magnificant.......2007-01-17

I get in home massages, and I asked for this CD for Christmas gift because I heard the first track on an internet radio station and thought it would suit me. I hightly underestimated the power, beauty and magic of this CD. Buy it for a friend or loved one. Buy it for yourself.

Wonderful spa CD.......2007-01-16

My sister asked for a spa-type CD for Christmas, so I went searching for the perfect one for her. I found it with this one. If you've ever been to a spa, had a massage, enjoyed that aromatherapy, had a cup of hot herbal tea...you know that euphoric feeling that comes over you. This is a great way to re-create that at home (or in the car). I don't know how to explain how relaxing this music is, but trust me, you won't be disappointed with this choice.

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Well-Deserving of the the Five Star Average It Has on Here...
Get the loot from the man...Kick his a** with my Timbaland!!!
A classic in da 90's
Why would this not get 5 stars????
Truly a Classic

Enta da Stage
Black Moon
Manufacturer: Nervous Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000ZSY
Release Date: 2007-03-26

Tracks:

First Stage: Powaful Impak!
First Stage: Niguz Talk S--t
First Stage: Who Got Da Props?
First Stage: Ack Like U Want It
First Stage: Buck Em Down
First Stage: Black Smif-N-Wessun
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Second Stage: Make Munne
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Second Stage: Enta Da Stage
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Second Stage: U Da Man

Customer Reviews:

Well-Deserving of the the Five Star Average It Has on Here..........2007-06-24

'Enta Da Stage' by Black Moon is one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. Featuring great lyrics, an awesome, semi-dark atmosphere, and creative production, it is a must own for your hip-hop collection.

Featuring three MC's, in terms of groups that feature multiple rappers, I would say they're superior to the Wu Tang Clan and that this album is better than Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). Lyrically, the group shines on tracks like 'Powerful Impak!', 'Ack Like U Want It', and 'U Da Man', and tracks like 'Who Got Da Props?', 'Niguz Talk S--t', and 'Slave' feature very creative beats and instrumentals.

Whether you're hip-hop collection is still rapidly growing and you've slept on this or you're a new fan, you really owe it to yourself to check out 'Enta Da Stage'. I have this classic on regular rotation.

Standout tracks: 'Niguz Talk S--t', 'Who Got da Props?', 'Black Smif-N-Wesson', and 'Slave'.

Get the loot from the man...Kick his a** with my Timbaland!!!.......2007-05-30

This album just won't leave my head! I try to listen to other stuff, but it just sounds......NOT GRIMY ENOUGH! When I close my eyes while listening to this cd I feel like I'm stickin kids up in an ally of buck-town. DJ EvilDee turned out some of the darkest beats I have ever heard..And I love em! I kept hearin how good this album was, but I never gave it a chance until about a year ago. I f***in loved it from the first sound of "Buck Em Down". I'm the type of person that listens to a new cd every week, but for some reason I keep scrollin to this on my ipod. Buckshot ripps the mic to shreds, EvilDee keeps it grimy, and 5ft. is a perfect sidekick. They don't make rap groups like this anymore......kinda sad:( Keep Bangin...Old School 4Lyfe

A classic in da 90's.......2007-05-25

Out of 80 reviews, 72 people gave it 5 stars and i will make it 73. What can you say about an album that had songs like Enta Da Stage, Who Got Da Props, and my favorite How Many Emcees? Straight fire! Albums like this one brought the east coast back in 93 and paved the way for the legendary class of 94. The beats were hot and the rhymes were usually on point. A must have in da collection unless you're new school and you probably won't get it!

Why would this not get 5 stars????.......2007-04-22

"Check how I kick it when I was wicked around the way/ hold my tech cuz my ni**as pump by day..." This album is STILL in heavy rotation in my car. High school on the bus with my walkman, with scotch tape around the headphones and the cassette. Enta Da Stage was THE classic grimey, rob a dude album. From the world's littlest dudes...we all somehow knew they weren't bluffing. If you don't have this album, or worse you never heard it, and you are a lover of "real hip hop" (a term I hate now) then straight up...you played yourself. Period.

Truly a Classic.......2007-04-07

"On the streets he was tough, locked up, he was sweet stuff", LOL,

Man so many great rymes, beats, etc. on the c.d. truly a classic. Takes me back to my college days, before the minivan, house, and nagging a$z wife.

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The picture

100 Hymns & Songs of Inspiration

Manufacturer: Castle Music UK
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ASIN: B00008GEKT
Release Date: 2003-04-14

Tracks:

Love Divine All Loves Excelling - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
Father Hear the Prayer We Offer - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
Now Thank We All Our God - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
This Day, The First of Days - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
Stars of the Morning So Gloriously Bright - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
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Day of Resurrection - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
God Rest You Merry Gentlemen - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
Of the Father's Heart Begotten - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
O Come All Ye Faithful - Choir Of Gloucester Cathedral
Awake My Soul and With the Sun - Choir Of Norwich Cathedral
Thine Arm O Lord in Days of Old - Choir Of Norwich Cathedral
All People That on Earth Do Dwell - Choir Of Norwich Cathedral
Good Christian Men Rejoice and Sing - Choir Of Norwich Cathedral
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Rejoice Today With One Accord - Choir Of Sheffield Cathedral
New Every Morning - Choir Of Sheffield Cathedral
Lead Us Heavenly Father Lead Us - Choir Of Sheffield Cathedral
O God Our Help in Ages Past - Choir Of Sheffield Cathedral

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Morning Has Broken - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Happy Are They - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
In Christ There Is No East or West - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Silent Night - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Be Thou My Guardian - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Ye Servants of the Lord - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
At the Name of Jesus Every Knee Shall Bow - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
To Thee O Lord Our Hearts We Raise - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Behold the Great Creator Makes - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
Rejoice the Lord Is King - Choir Of Marlborough College Chapel
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Alleluya Alleyluya Alleyluya - Ely Cathedral Choir
This Is the Day the Lord Hath Made - Ely Cathedral Choir
How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds - Ely Cathedral Choir
Lord Thy Word Abideth - Ely Cathedral Choir
Jesus Lord We Look to Thee - Ely Cathedral Choir
O Lord Our God Arise - Ely Cathedral Choir
Lord of All Hopefulness - Ely Cathedral Choir

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Soldiers of Christ Arise - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Lift Up Your Hearts - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Holy Father, Cheer Our Way - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Maker of the Sun - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
O King Most High - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
O Praise Our Great and Glorious Lord - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
We Love the Place O God - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Let Us With a Gladsome Mind - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Give Rest O Christ - Choir Of Wakefield Cathedral
Come Holy Ghost Our Hearts Inspire - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
O Thou in All Thy Might So Far - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
O Christ, Who Art the Light and Day - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
O God Thy Soldiers' Crown and Guard - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
Strife Is O'er the Battle Done - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
O Christ Our Hope, Our Hearts' Desire - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
Jesus Shall Reign - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
God of Love My Shepherd Is - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
O Jesu Saviour of Mankind - Choir Of Truro Cathedral
Immortal Invisible God Only Wise - Choir Of Truro Cathedral

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Ride on Ride on in Majesty - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
All Glory Laud and Honour - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Come Rejoicing - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
God Is Love and Where True Love Is - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Magnificat: The Great Advent Antiphons - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Come, Christ's Beloved - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Children of the Hebrews (Palm Procession) - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Veneration of the Cross/The Reproaches (Veneratum and Reproaches) - Choir Of All Saints - Margaret Street, London
Once in Royal David's City - Choir Of Keble College
God Be in My Head - Choir Of Keble College
O Thou Who Camest from Above - Choir Of Keble College
Judge Eternal Throned in Splendour - Choir Of St Edmunsbury Cathedral
Christ the Lord Is Risen Again - Choir Of St Edmunsbury Cathedral
For All the Saints - Choir Of St Edmunsbury Cathedral
Thy Hand O God Has Guided - Choir Of St Edmunsbury Cathedral
Christ the Dawn of Our Salvation - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
I Was Glad - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Dear Lord and Father of Mankind - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Locus Iste - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Praise My Soul the King of Heaven - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel

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Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus! - The Choir of the Abbey School, Tewkesbury
While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks - The Choir of the Abbey School, Tewkesbury
O Worship the King - The Choir of the Abbey School, Tewkesbury
O Heavenly Word of God on High - Choir Of The Collegiate Church Of St Mary
Praise to the Lord, The Almighty - Choir Of The Collegiate Church Of St Mary
Jesus Christ Is Risen Today - The Choir of York Minister
First Nowell - The Choir of York Minister
Abide with Me - The Choir of York Minister
Breathe on Me Breath of God - Choir Of Keble College
Rock of Ages - Choir Of Keble College
On This Day, The First of Days - Choir Of Keble College
Jesu Sweet and Mary - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
O Quam Gloriosum - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Ye Holy Angels Bright - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
O for a Closer Walk With God - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Prayer of St Patrick - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Lord's Prayer - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Blessed Be the God and Father - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Day Thou Gavest Lord Is Ended - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel
Jerusalem (And Did Those Feet in Ancient Times) - Choir Of Eastbourne College Chapel

Album Description

Full Title - 100 Hymns & Songs Of Inspiration. UK box-set featuring 100 tracks performed by Britain's finest Cathedral Choirs including, Gloucester Cathedral, Norwich Cathedral, Sheffield Cathedral, & many more. Five standard jewel cases housed in a slipbox. Castle Pulse. 2003.

Customer Reviews:

The picture.......2006-12-11

I haven't purchased the CD but the picture of the inside of a church on the cover is not of a British church, like one would assume since it says its a recording of British choirs. This picture is of Notre Dame Basilica in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Just thought i'd let you know. I'll be honest; I'm one to judge things by it's cover and if the company took such care to choose a 'British' church for their British choir CD, I'm willing to bet the music is equally well selected... I'm being sarcastic. But I gave the product 5 stars because I didn't want to hurt its ratings just because i'm cynical. But check out the church if you're ever in Montreal, it's truly beautiful... here I'm not being sarcastic.

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the end of an era in A-ha's music
Average
A-ha's most mature/eclectic album to date
East of Good Music, West of Enjoyable
Preacher for the Church of a-ha

East of the Sun, West of the Moon
a-ha
Manufacturer: Wea International
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006SA4
Release Date: 1995-04-21

Tracks:

Crying In The Rain
Early Morning
I Call Your Name
Slender Frame
East Of The Sun
Sycamore Leaves
Waiting For Her
Cold River
The Way We Talk
Rolling Thunder
(Seemingly) Nonstop July

Album Details

Considerably Less Synth, More Traditional Rock-Oriented 1991 Release from the Norwegian Trio that Brought You the 1985 Hit 'Take on Me'. crying in the Rain - an Everly Brothers Top-20 Hit - is Included.

Customer Reviews:

the end of an era in A-ha's music.......2007-06-30

Luis Mejia (son)- Aha's works of the 80's were excellent, some were lazy too but this album is an inspiration of sweet sounds, beautiful melodies and sets at the greatest state of pop.

Being released in 1992, it still contains the rythms that have always characterized A-ha. The ballads are amazing and the lyrics are maybe the best that Paul Savoy have written. The use of keyboards of A-ha keeps being a wonder, and even when in they use mainly a synthesizer amog all the songs, they're still the dominant musical feature.

Within the songs, ballads like Crying In The Rain, Rolling Thunder, Slender Frame and the title track are the best content in the album, being soft, sensitive and delicate. Another great feature is the pop sound keyboard applied in the fast tracks such as Sycamore Leaves and Cold River, which applies also excellent guitars by Paul. I Call Your Name and Early Morning are nice pop ballads but in times they seem out of tune. The Way We Talk is a song for staying shock for the new style of "ruining an album just at the end". Now here is where experience enters among listeners, even before spliting, they were just starting to try some alternative sounds, such as in (Seemingly) Non Stop July, and as a person hears the new century albums, one notices the brutal change.

When it comes to the bad aspects I can say a lot, too. First of all it isn't new for A-ha to try to enchant the audience with beautiful choruses for hiding the not-so-good structure of the songs. Also they've stayed in the same musical mood since Stay On These Roads, the structure of these songs and sound patterns can be characterized in their past 4 albums.

In conclusion, even with it's failures, it's excellent for we, the fan audience and also for the new listeners for identify their sounds and create ideas.

Average.......2007-02-08

A few good songs on this one. Not my favorite, but not my least favorite of their work either.

A-ha's most mature/eclectic album to date .......2006-03-28

Ever since I heard the pulse-pounding rhythm and magnificent vocals of 1985's awesome hit, 'Take On Me,' I have forever remained (and will remain) an A-ha fan. I recognize that holding onto the music of the 1980s is not always easy to prove to others as "worthy contributions." However, the Norwegian trio is in a class above the fray that is highly removed from the 'stamp&go' mentality of pop music. "East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon" is the best example I can think of to prove this statement. Turning away the trademark 'synth sounds' that had been known with their group for the last 3 albums, A-ha has now taken an adult-contemporary/soft-rock approach with this album. The result is nothing short of amazing and consistent.

From the powerful melancholic rendition (would we expect nothing less from A-ha by now? haha) of Carole King's classic 'Crying In The Rain' (originally a hit in the 60's by the Everly Brothers) to the short somber closer of 'Seemingly Nonstop July,' A-ha makes a terrific sound change that is both pleasing and fitting. Morten Harket has a simply gifted vocal range that allows him free reign to sing anything put in front of him. Magne Furuholmen and Pal Waaktaar have a unique sense of melody, arrangment and lyricism which is put to the test and mastered with this album. Not only do the tracks have a soft, groovy and sometimes dramatically-operatic tone, but they also have perceptive depth and sensibility. Check out the title track and see how one can feel lost and long for that place of serenity lying out of reach. Check out 'I Call Your Name' and notice the heartbreaking image of being still in love with your spouse while the whole relationship has fallen apart. 'Waiting For Her' may seem adolescent, but Morten's delivery makes it all the more relevant for anyone in that situation. 'The Way We Talk' is a short but pleasant gift when Magne takes center stage as lead vocals, and does an impressive job with it.

In conclusion, I would highly recommend this album to fans of A-ha or just fans of this type of music in general. As a music fan, nothing impresses me more than seeing diversity and versatility with an artist(s). A-ha made a stunning leap with "East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon" and that caused many listeners to dismiss it as shoddy, mismanaged and overall poor in nature. But I urge the interested reader (and listener) to judge the recordings for themselves, not what the critics dictate. Just because one changes their sound does not mean they have changed their hearts for the craft. After all, don't we (as individuals) have different sides to ourselves that not all totally understand? Think about it .... go out and purchase this wonderful album and feel connected for a short period of time with the themes, sound and tone of this album .... I would give it over 10 stars if I could!

East of Good Music, West of Enjoyable.......2006-03-13

This was a poor effort by a-ha. You can tell by its sales ranking: The Rockwell Box Set did better. The only thing that makes this CD look good is by compairing it to their new CD, Analogue, which should be sold with an apology to all a-ha fans. A-ha got lazy, and greedy on this one. A-ha got back on track with Lifelines and most certainly, Minor Earth/Major Sky. But East of the Sun, West of the Moon, no good.

Preacher for the Church of a-ha.......2006-02-04

If I could have my dream job, it would be to convert the world to the beautiful sounds of this band of beautiful men - and this would be the album I would do it with. Simply put - it's perfection.

All My Heart: Deborah Voigt Sings American Songs

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Mixed results
Like driving a Ferrari in a school zone.
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May have a heart but what good is it if the artistic results are a void?
Great new context for Voigt

All My Heart: Deborah Voigt Sings American Songs

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Release Date: 2005-09-13

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Amazon.com

This collection of American songs spanning 150 years shows Deborah Voigt, one of the world's leading sopranos, in a new light. She successfully achieves the transition from the larger-than-life operatic stage to the intimate world of song, especially in the more outgoing, dramatic pieces. Voigt enters into each composer's style with complete empathy. Charles Ives was an irrepressible maverick and a stylistic chameleon. Voigt captures the songs' hymn-like simplicity and irreverent rambunctiousness, though her voice is a bit too heavy for them. Leonard Bernstein's jazzy irony also needs more lightness, but the slow love songs are done beautifully. Voigt really comes into her own in Charles Griffes's lush impressionism, evoking the sultriness of Cleopatra and the rhythms of a Spanish dance, and Amy Beach's unabashed effusive romanticism. Composer Ben Moore is a child of our own time, born in 1960. He moves between many styles with natural ease. Set to great English and American poetry, some of his songs were written for Voigt, and she sings them to perfection. The splendid pianist Brian Zeger provides both leadership and support. --Edith Eisler

Customer Reviews:

Mixed results.......2006-02-22

This is an interesting collection of American songs, but I don't feel that Ms Voigt sold these selections to me. She still sounds like an opera singer trying to squeeze a very powerful and large voice into smaller setting for these songs, with mixed success. She is much, much better than many of her fellow sopranos that tried such repertoire, but I feel that she only gets it right in Amy Beach and Griffes songs. And even there, she does not have a sound that would make every song recital fan happy.
And what's with the title of this album? I think she is a classy artist and deserves better than such silly title, her label probably came up with that.
Nice try overall, but I hope Ms Voigt will do more Strauss and Wagner from now on, not more songs like these.

Like driving a Ferrari in a school zone........2006-02-02

Like a lot of big operatic voices, Voigt is hard to capture on CD; her recordings of Wagner and Strauss excerpts are good, but they can't convey the experience of hearing her live in an opera house. And singing with only piano accompaniment, as here, she simply can't use most of the power in her voice. As sensitive as her performances are I can't help feeling that she's having to hold back. For American song sung with more delicacy and grace I would suggest Barbara Bonney or Dawn Upshaw (I can't agree with previous reviewers' suggestion of Cheryl Studer's Barber, though Hampson is wonderful on that set).

Stellar Soprano Applies Her Considerable Talent to a Lightning-Quick, All-American Repertoire.......2005-11-08

It's a shame that soprano Deborah Voigt hit her greatest notoriety last year for being fired by the Royal Opera House for being too fat for the title role of "Ariadne aux Naxos" by Richard Strauss. She subsequently lost eighty pounds but luckily none of her vocal prowess as can be heard to great effect on this intriguing collection of American songs, 25 in all and averaging a little over two minutes each. It would have seemed like a mismatch to apply her powerful voice - famous for her big Wagnerian roles - to sometimes delicate tunes. Voigt, however, confounds expectations with a surprisingly nuanced performance that showcases her interpretative skills on a diverse set of musical styles.

Similar to what countertenor David Daniels did with his 2003 disc with guitarist Craig Ogden, "A Quiet Thing", Voigt and pianist Brian Zeger have created a wide-ranging lyrical repertoire that encompasses significant vocal demands while remaining intimate in setting. In fact, both Daniels and Voigt cover Leonard Bernstein's anti-war lullaby, "So Pretty", with haunting aplomb. She also manages to dance effectively over the "Da-ga-da-ga-dums" of Bernstein's challenging "Piccola serenata". Voigt does wonders with the opening Charles Ives selections by not overplaying the innate sentiment of the tunes, in particular, soaring with the highly dramatic "The Children's Hour" by Longfellow and even covering the churchy warhorse, "At the River", with conviction.

There are eight highly individualistic songs by Ben Moore that stretch Voigt with bountiful results. The standouts of the Moore set are the English sea chantey-like "The Ivy-Wife" by Thomas Hardy, the lushly romantic "I Am in Need of Music" by Elizabeth Bishop; the sweeping "Darkling, I Listen" by John Keats; and the discordant waltz, "Bright Cap and Streamers", by James Joyce. For me, the highpoints of the recording are the last two sets by Charles Tomlinson Griffes and Amy Beach, both of whom tap impressively into Voigt's natural theatricality proven especially by her performances of Griffes's lush "Cleopatra to the Asp" and Bishop's rolling "I Send My Heart Up to Thee".

The one shortcoming of the recording overall is that the briefness of the songs does not really capitalize on Voigt's impressive dramatic capabilities in showcasing changes in characters she would have been allowed in her opera roles. For all the limitations it represents, this is a genuine recital album, and truly transcendent moments are fleeting at best especially given the variety of moods that need to be expressed in lightning-flash strokes. However, taken for the genre it represents, this is a stellar recording to appreciate a singer who is able to do more than Wagner and lose weight.

May have a heart but what good is it if the artistic results are a void?.......2005-10-31

The header says it all. Thumbs down all the way. Get instead the Samuel Barber double set with Cheryl Studer and Thomas Hampson if you wish to experience true heartrending Americana. As another reviewer put it, you get no gimmicks and no camp from these two distinguished artists.

Great new context for Voigt.......2005-09-30

It is great to hear Voigt in an American lieder recital. She is a top vocalist in her vocal prime. I think this is a lovely disc, and it really takes off especially with the songs of Ben Moore who has written many works just for Voigt. She tones down the volume of her sound and reins in the dramatic aspect of her soprano to give these songs a proper context and remains in service of them throughout the recital. Give this one a try! EMI - Release her Marshallin from Der Rosenkavalier, I think it would be wonderful. I know she just took on that role this summer.

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A piece of history
A BIG disappointment!

New York New York
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Asv Living Era
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000069HGR
Release Date: 2002-08-13

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A piece of history.......2006-06-03

Many of the songs on this recording are not available in sheet music, and although the sound quality isn't "leading edge" it makes me feel as though I am listening to actual performers back in the 30's & 40's, with young and gifted singers like Frank Sinatra, Jo Stafford, and Mel Torme, as well as others who are nameless or unknown to me on this album, and a delight to listen to. Manhattan Tower is why I bought this CD, and I got so much more from it than I bargained for. The illusion I have when I play it is that I am a young jazz artist in New York, feeling the pulse of the city and filling up with everything about being a part of New York.

A BIG disappointment!.......2004-08-19

I bought this CD for the Slaughter on Tenth Avenue soundtrack ballet by Richard Rodgers and Lennie Hayton. But none of the tracks on this CD can be appreciated. It is a mono recording, and that immediately leaves you with a very incomplete sound. No amount of treble and bass adjustment can eliminate the awful tinny sound throughout the disc.

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Don't Front... Ya Know I Got Cha Opin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dug in dah Vaults and struck gold
4.5 Stars
A true classic
Bullseye, direct hit, don't miss

Diggin' in dah Vaults
Black Moon
Manufacturer: Nervous Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000005VJS
Release Date: 1996-10-28

Tracks:

How Many Emcees
Act Like U Want It
Sh*t Iz Real
Son Get Wrec
U Da Man
Buckshots Freestyle Joint - Buckshot Shorty
F*ck It Up
I Got Cha Opin
Buck Em Down
Murder Mc's
Headz Ain't Redee
Six Feet Deep

Customer Reviews:

Don't Front... Ya Know I Got Cha Opin!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2006-05-13

Usually remix/b-side joints are okay at best. This one blew it out the box. This album was released shortly after Black Moon broke up and Smif-n-Wessun left Nervous Records. At the time of the release, the BCC fans gave the disc a thumbs down. Now that the dust has settled, this one's been looked at as a great companion to "Enta Da Stage." This is a great collection of B-sides and remixes, including the remix of "I Got Cha Opin" and "Buck 'Em Down."

My only beef and the reason I didn't buy it when it first came out 10 years ago... "Reality (Killin' Every Ni@@a)" was not on the LP. If that song was on there, this LP would be even crazier, but nonetheless IT'S STILL SOLID!!!

Grab ya' Tims and ya' hoodies and remember what "representing" was really about!

Dug in dah Vaults and struck gold.......2006-01-03

Black Moon unfortunately never experienced fame and fortune like many "sellout" mainstream artists do nowadays, but real hip hop fans have always loved and respected what they brought to the table. Diggin' in dah Vaults is a collaboration of Black Moon's greatest hits...many of the songs are either from their debut album "Enta Da Stage", the album's remixes or B-sides to their successful singles. The CD insert also provides a timeline of Black Moon's rise(a nice addition). This compilation is not intended for rookies of the Black Moon experience and those without an appreciation for real hip hop and not the typical braggadocio rap. Real hip hop heads will appreciate this album from one of the greatest trios to set foot in hip hop.

4.5 Stars.......2005-12-16

BCC Classic! if u love Buckshot and Smiff n Wessun you will love this! This album will make you get on a plane, terrorist and all and go up to Brooklyn and find him, this is hot, Black Moon is hot, and the whole BCC is hot!

A true classic.......2005-09-11

This is a 5 mic cd a true classic from one the the real legends of underground hip hop.

Bullseye, direct hit, don't miss.......2004-08-22

While most artists have remixes that are either complete garbage or beats ripped off of earlier classics, Black Moon's remixes improved on each cut except for "How Many Emcees" (the remix is tight, but the original can't be beaten). As mentioned before, "Buck 'Em Down" and "I Got Cha Open" are the best ones of the lot. "Buck 'Em Down" adds more elements of Donald Byrd's "Wind Parade" to the beat and Buckshot relaxes his flow and melts into the track. One of my favorite slept-on tracks here is "Murder MC's" which was a B-side for "Buck 'em Down" (or "I Got Cha Open"... I can't remember which). If you're a Black Moon fan or just a fan of that era of Hip-Hop, this is a must-buy.

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Essential history

The Ultimate Irving Berlin, Vol. 2

Manufacturer: Pearl
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000063BIH
Release Date: 2002-05-21

Tracks:

Dance And Grow Thin
You'd Be Surprised
A Pretty Girl Is Like A Melody
I've Got My Captain Working For Me Now
Mandy
Someone Else May Be There When I'm Gone
You'd Be Surprised
The Girls Of My My Dreams
Tell Me, Little Gypsy/Bells
Tell Me, Little Gypsy
School House Blues
Say It With Music
Will She Come From The East?
Lady Of The Evening
Bring On The Pepper
Little Butterfly
Learn To Do The Strut
An Orange Grove In California
Listening
Tell Her In The Springtime
Rock-A-Bye Baby
Tokio Blues
Who?
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Blue Skies

Customer Reviews:

Essential history.......2007-06-24

Hooray for Pavilion Records and all other organizations collecting early recordings and transferring them to CD for the world to enjoy! Of course since they are EARLY recordings (1917-1927) it has that fizzy wax sound to it and the lyrics get mushy at times. That either makes it endearing or annoying, depending on your perspective. It's lovely to finally hear the Brox Sisters sing again, let John Steel's tenor soar, and to hear what You'd Be Surprised sounded like sung by a girl. The earliest songs of Irving Berlin may not be his best, but are a refreshing glimpse into his 30s. Half of the songs on this disc debuted in Berlin's own Music Box Revue at the theater he built after WWI.

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If you like Kiyoshi Yoshida, you'll love Uttara Kuru
"East Wind" blows west
Unfortunate
Cool! Atmospheric and unique
Incense sticks not necessary

East Wind
Uttara Kuru
Manufacturer: Pacific Moon [Alleg]
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Pacific Moon, Vol. 1-2

ASIN: B00000JT3F
Release Date: 1999-08-24

Tracks:

Flowers, Birds, Winds & Moon (Prologue)
Wings Of The Eagle
Winter Dance
First Image
Neyuki
Wooden Ship
Second Image
Our Life
Niigata Okesa
Third Image
Falling Through A Cloud
Aizu Bandaisan
Flowers, Birds, Winds & Moon (Epilogue)

Album Description

The wind in the mountains, an eagle in flight.... Let the breathtaking sound of the shakuhachi uplift your soul.

To enhance your enjoyment of the music, fragrant incense sticks are included in the spine of the CD jewel case.

Customer Reviews:

If you like Kiyoshi Yoshida, you'll love Uttara Kuru.......2007-04-24

I own the Asian Drums II CD, and got this because someone with similar taste recommended it to me. I think that I like this CD much better. The music is nothing short of awesome. The common denominator between all of the songs is the flute. The only criticism I can offer is that some people say that the songs are better without the flute, but I love it. Another great thing is that, when I bought it, it came with incense sticks. Cool, huh?

"East Wind" blows west.......2005-10-05

I would have to say that I honestly enjoyed "East Wind", which was my first time listening to Uttara-Kuru, I especially liked "Wooden Ship", the flute was awesome, I could almost envision the ship and feel ancient Japan.

Unfortunate.......2004-12-30

If you're looking for he skill and talent of the likes of Jia Peng Fang or Mizuyo Komiya, don't, I repeat-don't look here. While having some interesting elements, East Wind and Prayer are the only Asian albums I have purchased that have woefully dissapointed me. I love eclectic blends of Asian music combined with true talent. Neither East Wind nor Prayer appeal to me as anything close to enjoyable and aren't even in the same category as Jia Peng Fang or Mizuyo Komiya. Save your $$ unless you enjoy Hip/Hop/Fusion/Asian/Ornamental blends not altogether well executed.

Cool! Atmospheric and unique.......2004-01-01

Historic instruments of Japan like shakuhachi, shamisen, shinobue and koto as well as occasional vocals and chants are accompanied by modern keyboards, digital rhythms and accoustically-drummed beats. The result is a fusion sound that retains the charm, mystery and grandeur of traditional Japanese music while remaining accessible to modern ears. The striking, wistful sound of the shakuhachi (an end-blown bamboo flute) is particularly appealing in many of the selections, soaring distinctively and proudly above the electronica. "East Wind" is the second album of the group Uttara Kuru, which performs compositions by multiinstrumentalist Seiichi Kyoda with production by Seiichi Kyoda and Kazumasa Yoshioka. Some of the tracks with minimal modern influence are quaint, mellow and mysterious, while others, with orchestral-sounding backups, westernized harmonies and driving beats, have a New-Age or even dance-club feel. The combinations of ancient and modern are usually successful--interesting, intriguing and sometimes even stunning. However, in a few of the tracks toward the end of the album ("Our Life" and "Niigata Okesa") the repetitive, soul-less, programmed technobeats can be a little mind-numbing, limiting the musical expressiveness of instrumental and vocal combinations that, in most other numbers, find fuller fruition. In all, though, this album stands out as an impressive and intelligent example of creative musical fusion! Give it a try! As with all Pacific Moon recordings, "East Wind" not only sounds nice but smells nice, packaged with several sticks of colorful incense in its jewel case. Uttara Kuru's previous album, "Prayer", focuses primarily on vocal Sutra recitations, again with a modern twist. More compositions by Seiichi Kyoda can also be heard on other Pacific Moon releases, such as Shao Rong's "Orchid" and Jia Peng Fang's "Faraway ...". For another take on traditional Asian music updated with a western instrumental flair, try also the mellow, meditative "Cho" by Choying Drolma and Steve Tibbetts, which features the chanting of Tibetan Buddhist nuns.

Incense sticks not necessary.......2002-02-11

Ahh, this is great stuff. Kind of reminds of the chanting Japanese woman in the film "Blade Runner" -- this music would be popular in that future. Dense atmospherics, peaceful flute, rich melodies... who could ask for more? This stuff could move the dead. Check out Kokin Gumi's "Zen Garden" too, for a somewhat more subdued blend of East and West (still 5 stars).

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Moon is Stellar
Beautifully Composed
Interesting album
Absolutely Extraordinary
Good Music, but the artist talks too much

East of the Moon
David Lanz
Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000046PUC
Release Date: 2000-02-01

Tracks:

The Green Man
Dancing With Dionysos
Chasing Aphrodite
East Of The Moon
On The Edge Of A Dream
And Time Stood Still
Tara
World At Peace: I. Declaration Overture
World At Peace: II. Prayer For Peace
World At Peace: III. Gaia: Goddess Reborn
World At Peace: IV. New World Turning
World At Peace: V. Renaissance
World At Peace: VI. Transformation: Finale
The Visitor

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After releasing more than 15 recordings for his original record label (Narada), pianist David Lanz makes his debut on Decca Records with East of the Moon, a well-mannered blend of instrumental pop and orchestral pomp that occupies stylistic ground between John Tesh and Mannheim Steamroller. Guided by renowned producer Hugh Padgham (Sting, Phil Collins, et al.), Lanz recorded the album's 14 tracks live, laying down eight ensemble pieces (two uptempo, six subdued) and a high-minded, six-part work ("World at Peace") that involves a 35-piece orchestra. No new classics seem to be lurking here, though the propulsive "Dancing with Dionyscis" has its moments. By touching on themes of mythology and transcultural transformation, East of the Moon is intended less for bedroom candlelight and more for the internal flame Lanz enjoys rekindling within his spiritually inclined faithful listeners. Corny to some; a tonic to others. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

Moon is Stellar.......2004-08-02

David Lanz is back in fine form with this first recording apart from the Narada label. We are treated to some of his finest work yet in the first two tracks "The Green Man" and "Dancing with Dionysos", both of which are brimming with joyous energy. "Chasing Aphrodite" seems a little misnamed, as this lovely waltz sounds like anything but a chase. The title track is a wonderfully mysterious piece. Unfortunately, after such a fantastic start, the rest of the album seems a bit of a letdown. Not to say that they're bad, just that they don't form the same kind of emotional connection that the first four tracks do. I was excited to see the "World at Peace" suite with orchestra, but to be honest, I think he did it better with his earlier "Skyline Firedance". I will admit that the gentle rocking sounds of "The Visitor" create a wonderful sense of peace to close out the CD.

All in all, with its variety of moods and instrumentation, this is a highly enjoyable listen.

Beautifully Composed.......2004-02-18

This CD is beautifully composed and is music you can relax to. I would recommend this cd to all you hard working people who need something to help you relax after a long day.

Interesting album.......2001-12-13

This is an interesting work of David's I enjoyed the first half, he seems to capture some of the magic that he has in his other albums but I am not sure about the second half. It lost me. So I have to give it a 4 star review.

Absolutely Extraordinary.......2001-09-18

David Lanz's East of the Moon is a phenomenal album with an incredible orchestra that gracefully flows with the melody of the piano. Every song on this album is worth your time. A great CD and a masterpiece from David - recommended to everybody! ~ Robbie Sterner

Good Music, but the artist talks too much.......2000-10-18

The music on this CD IS very relaxing and has fun sound to it. But the artist ruins it by expressing his views on mythology and goes on and on about "world peace". That's fine for him, but I don't want to listen to his speeches, I just want the music! Other than that, this CD has beautiful music on it, my particular favorite is 'East of the Moon'. As good as the music is, I don't think I will be buying much music by this artist anymore.

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