In Mysterious Ways [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
First ever CD reissue for the Ultravox founder's 1985 album for Virgin. Includes three bonus tracks culled from B-sides 'Lumen De Lumine', 'Hiding In Plain Sight' & 'City Of Lights'.

In Mysterious Ways,John Foxx,Edsel Records UK,Electronic,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop,Synth Pop

Tracks:

Rondo
The Protector
Allegrettango
Dona Nobris Pacem Part I
Dona Nobris Pacem Part II
Akruzam
Schwanda The Bagpiper
Exit Schwanda
Bendigedig
Schubert's Dance
Berceuse Pour Un Enphant Solitaire
Aria
Mysterious Are Your Ways
Mi Contra Fa, Diabolus in Musica
Vocalise
Boogie Woogie Llanoogie (Encore)

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On Vocalise, the fifth installment in his Adiemus series, composer Karl Jenkins presents his first discernable lyrics (an invocation sung in English on "The Protector") and his first arrangements, quite eclectic, of classical repertoire (imagine a movement of Beethoven's 7th symphony recast as a tango). We also experience brief encounters with jazz guitar (from Martin Taylor), improvisational saxophone (Nigel Hitchcock), Middle East incantations, even backwater harmonica. It is indeed a jumble, and at times Vocalise (i.e., "wordless song") evokes impressions of intermingled jigsaw puzzles where an abundance of pieces never quite coalesce into a whole. Jenkins' most distinctive audio element, his exuberant Munchkins-from-Africa choir singing in a nonliteral phonetic language, is again on display and is best appreciated in small doses (vocalist Miriam Stockley, a centerpiece of early Adiemus works, does not take part). Jenkins' most affecting pieces on this CD are among its quietest: the slow-building "Bendigedig" ("blessed" in Welsh, Jenkins' native tongue) and the title track, a reverent reworking of a Rachmaninov composition of the same name. Even with all its stylistic side trips, at 68 minutes fans should be able to cherry-pick enough highlights (such as the breezy frolic of "Schubert's Dance") to find contentment with this disc. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

Making Arrangements.......2006-11-10

I would have probably enjoyed this CD more if Sarah Brightman hadn't used the same formula several years ago. There's nothing wrong with making clever arrangements of classical themes, but that's all you'll find in this collection -- none of the exciting, original melodies for which Karl Jenkins is best known.

Don't get me wrong; I own and love Sarah Brightman's versions of these same themes. I was just hoping for something new.

I miss Miriam. .......2006-08-10

I have to say it, while this is a nice cd it is missing something vital. The songs are becoming derivative and though the vocalists are lovely but without Miriam's voice it lacks that extra magic that made Adiemus so great.

I began to get worried when they brought in the Adiemus Singers, because it greately affected their sound, and then the 1999 version of Adiemus was placed on the Essential collection rather than the vastly superior original, and now no Miriam at all.

I think I'll stick to Karl's orchestral works from now on because he really is an amazing composer, and maybe I'll learn to like this CD as much as their previous stuff? It's not bad by any means, but it isn't exactly what I love about the earlier recordings either.

I tried to like it, honest........2005-08-21

I absolutely adore Adiemus's first and second albums, really like the third, and the fourth is all right. So I was really looking forward to this one. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. I thought perhaps I would warm to it in time but so far that hasn't happened. (I purchased it when it first came out--advance order. That's how much I was looking forward to it.)

The only song I truly like on the album is "Bendigedig," which sounds like it could have come from "Songs Of Sanctuary" or "Cantata Mundi" with its singing and soaring orchestral sound. Oddly, I also kind of like "Boogie Woogie Llanoogie" (nobody hurt me), but it's definitely not what one would expect from Adiemus. The two pieces for "Schwanda" are cute but strangely, do not feature bagpipes--and are very short. The rest of the music is, unfortunately, forgettable. I do NOT like the coherent lyrics because a big part of the enjoyment of Adiemus is being able to make up your own meaning for the songs--and a lot of the music on this album seemed to have an oddly Christian or religious-sounding bent. When I put this CD in, rather than listening through all or almost all of the songs like I do for Adiemus 1, 2, and 3, I just listen to one track, and that's it.

It's nice how Adiemus changes their style every so often to try to keep things fresh--but would a return to the old style hurt so much by now? I truly miss the great orchestral sound and lyricism of albums 1 and 2 and, to a slightly lesser extent, 3. Those three albums are what keep me coming back for more, even though albums 4 and 5 have rather been letdowns. Yes, Adiemus without Miriam Stockley is sad, but I think they could do just as well without her...if they went back to their old musical style at least once more! "Bendigedig" proves that. If only more of the songs on this album did.

Here's hoping that Adiemus 6, whenever and whatever it should be, is better...

Some hits some misses..........2005-04-27

...but on the whole, more hits than misses. I especially like The Protector (the first Adiemus track with recognizable words). Another good track is Dona Nobis Pacem, Pt. 2. On the miss side is the Boogie Woogie Llanoogie. Another reivewer hit it spot in comparing it to Scooby Doo music. Also Dona Nobis Pacem, Pt. 1 didn't do much for me. While the album doesn't rise to the standard of Adiemus 1, it is a solid addition to the Adiemus library.

Vocalist, Terry Barber.......2005-03-02

As vocalist for the lead track as well as Aria and several other tracks throughout this album, I am dissapointed that I did not get the recognition I was promised by Jenkins. However, I think the album is beautiful and I am pleased that I was involved.

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2 sides?
Catchy new wave that moves even more towards the mainstream
The bottom of the hill. Time for a long break...
a magic record
good cd

In Mysterious Ways
John Foxx
Manufacturer: Edsel Records UK
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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The Golden Section
Metamatic
The Garden
Ultravox!
Ha!-Ha!-Ha!

ASIN: B00005O7S1
Release Date: 2001-10-09

Tracks:

Stars On Fire
Lose All Sense Of Time
What Kind Of Girl
Shine On
Enter The Angel
In Mysterious Ways
This Side Of Paradise
Stepping Softly
Morning Glory
Enter The Angel II
Lumen De Lumine
Hiding In Plain Sight
City Of Lights

Album Description

First ever CD reissue for the Ultravox founder's 1985 album for Virgin. Includes three bonus tracks culled from B-sides 'Lumen De Lumine', 'Hiding In Plain Sight' & 'City Of Lights'.

Customer Reviews:

2 sides?.......2007-07-03

People seem really divided on their opinion of this album. Like the liner notes in the CD mention, many artist from the early 80s had a difficult time coming up with new ideas in the mid to late 80s. The album is more pop oriented than the gloomy "Metamatic" and the psychedelic, Beatles-inspired "Golden Section", but the album is still very good. I would describe this album as mid 80s pop music for adults. The lyrics are very well written and the album has a sort of mature feeling that is hard to describe. If you want the best John Foxx album, I would suggest "The Golden Section". If you enjoy late 80s adult pop groups such as "Johnny Hates Jazz", "Double", and "The Blue Nile", then you will probably like this album as well. There are lots of memorable Yamaha DX7 bell sounds on the album that really make it sparkle. If you are curious, the album is worth the high asking price. I was hesitant at first to buy the album after reading some of the negative reviews, but I'm glad that I eventually did.

Catchy new wave that moves even more towards the mainstream.......2007-02-05

I must agree that this is definitely representative of 1985 syndrome. Some of the best new wave artists of the early 80s began stepping away from their synths more often and leaving those wonderful sounds in the background or making them blend in to the arrangements of the song. But even so, this CD is one of the strongest entrees from that year (I can't talk about how the sound of Tears for Fears was commercialized into "Songs from the Big Chair" that same year). Foxx's voice and synths still hold their own, capturing the essence of new wave, with melodies, riffs, and basslines that are more accessible than ever to pop ears. This album could have spawned several big new wave club hits in 85 had the alternative radio stations bothered to mix him into sets with Depeche Mode and Alphaville. The earlier tracks on this CD are the best--it turns a little too ambient for my tastes later on. And personally, I would have liked to have seen the 12" versions of the singles as bonus tracks instead of some of the bland B-side bonus tracks that were included here.

If you love synthdance from the early to mid-80s, I highly recommend picking up this CD, making it second only to Foxx's perfect 1983 synthdance CD "The Golden Section".

The bottom of the hill. Time for a long break..........2006-08-27

I tend to agree with most reviewers of this album. It is definitely NOT the best. 1985 was a transitional year for many artists who made great music from the late 70's/early 80's. Some became stale, some groups split up, others continued making quality music. John Foxx's 1985 offering, 'In Mysterious Ways', is very dated in its time. The instrumentation screams 1985, and the songs show a talented musician running low on ideas. The two singles released from the album, "Stars on Fire" and "Enter the Angel" are both good pop songs, but nothing on par with Foxx's better material. Those are contrasted by a couple of new agey sounding snores that go nowhere.
The best song by far is "This Side of Paradise". This excellent song is as good as anything else Foxx has done, so I guess it's not all bad.

One of my personal favorite Foxx songs is "Stairway", which was on the B side of "Enter the Angel". For some reason the song has been retitled "Hiding in Plain Sight". It's got a great chaotic sound that builds non-stop, leaving the listener exhausted at the end.

The album tracks on the CD were taken from the original master tapes, all of which Foxx reacquired from Virgin records. Unfortunately, Virgin must not have been able to find the masters for the bonus tracks because all three of those are from vinyl, though they did a modest job of cleaning the sound.

a magic record.......2005-07-10

Every John Foxx's record is such a surprise, as open a rich casket of treasures. I soon say that "in Mysterious Ways" is a total art work, almost mystic. Reading the lyrics to understand that we are near to a pure poetry lyrics. The music is eterea, sweet, always inspired. The path is completed now, from technology (his first solo records) to spirit. The whole record is to listen to it with the heart in hand, as it was only one song. The song of a soul more cheerful, but always deep. You have don't miss this record!!

good cd.......2004-03-31

It is better than what some reviewers are saying. Enter the Angel is worth the high price Amazon and others are asking for it.

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Adiemus V: Vocalise

Manufacturer: Virgin
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000C4GMH
Release Date: 2003-09-16

Tracks:

Rondo
Protector
Allegrettango
Dona Nobis Pacem, Pt. 1
Dona Nobis Pacem, Pt. 2
Akruzam
Schwanda the Bagpiper
Exit Schwanda
Bendigedig
Schubert's Dance
Berceuse Pour un Enfant Solitaire
Aria (Cantilena) [From Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5]
Mysterious Are Your Ways
Mi Contra Fa, Diabolus in Musica
Vocalise Op. 34 No.14
Boogie Woogie Llanoogie

Album Description

Japanese edition of the British new-age act's 2003 album features 16 tracks with a die-cut slipcase. Virgin.

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Mysterious Ways...
Madoca
Manufacturer: MADOCA
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Jazz | Styles | Music

Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000CAKNOG
Release Date: 2005-08-16

Tracks:

Eternal Summer
Mysterious Ways
7th Ave & 12 Street
Chillin in the Shade
Colors of My Dream
Soul Food
Scorpion's Personality
Lullaby
Kamikaze Night
Hot Cookin' City
Moonlit Night (Solo Piano)

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(Love Moves In) Mysterious Ways
Julia Fordham
Manufacturer: Virgin
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000LWSF68

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In Mysterious Ways
John Foxx
Manufacturer: Metal Beat/Virgin
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000LYGOOG

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Love Moves In Mysterious Ways
Julia Fordham
Manufacturer: Circa Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000LX8MYW

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In Mysterious Ways
John Foxx
Manufacturer: Teichiku
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00018GZRI
Release Date: 2004-03-02

Tracks:

Stars On Fire
Lose All Sense Of Time
What Kind Of Girl
Shine On
Enter The Angel
In Mysterious Ways
This Side Of Paradise
Stepping Softly
Morning Glory
Enter The Angel II
Lumen De Lumine (Stars On Fire Extra Track) (Bonus Track)
Hiding In Plain Sight (Extra Track) (Bonus Track)
City Of Lights (Stars On Fire B-side) (Bonus Track)

Album Description

Japanese reissue of 1985 album is packaged in a miniature LP sleeve & features13 tracks including 3 bonus tracks, 'Lumen De Lumine' (Stars On Fire extra track), 'Hiding In Plain Sight' (extra track), & 'City Of Lights' (Stars On Fire B-side). Imperial Records. 2004.

Album Details

Japanese Limited Edition in an LP-STYLE Slipcase. Includes Three Additional Tracks Not on the Original Release.

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Beautiful music

The Promise
Michelle Mays
Manufacturer: Michelle Mays
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000068GP1
Release Date: 2000-07-15

Tracks:

One Power, Opening
Mothers Eyes
The Promise
Petals of the Rose
De Ja Vu
Love is Your Magic
The Welcoming
The Apple
One Power

Album Description

The Promise CD is a celebration of this mystical and wonderous journey of life. Celebrating the many aspects of life and Deity, The Promise Cd will bring you a sense of Peace and Joy.

Customer Reviews:

Beautiful music.......2002-10-31

Michelle Mays music is beautiful. She has a wonderful warm voice and sings songs about the Goddess, Love, Reincarnation.Her lyrics are intelligent and inspiring the melodies are gorgous.This CD has become one of my favorites, it really is a masterpiece. If you are interested in women's spirituality this music will especially appeal to you. Michelle Mays songs will move you. My favorite song is Deja Vu, a song about reincarnation. The song is spellbinding in it's beauty and I love the male voice that is singing harmony on this song. All songs on this CD are excellent, not one bad apple :-)
I think fans from Elaine Silver, Lisa Thiel, Jennifer Berezan and Moving breath will love this CD. I want to thank Michelle Mays for this wonderful music, THANK YOU !!!

Love Moves In Mysterious Ways (Original Artists) - Philippine Music Compilation CD

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Love Moves In Mysterious Ways (Original Artists) - Philippine Music Compilation CD

Manufacturer: EMI Phils Inc.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000A15XF6

Product Description

(LOVE MOVES IN) MYSTERIOUS WAYS (JULIA FORDHAM) * SOMEBODY (DEPECHE MODE) * HANDS TO HEAVEN (BREATHE) * HUMAN (HUMAN LEAGUE) * DIFFERENT SEASONS (JOHNNY HATES JAZZ) * RUSH RUSH (PAULA ABDUL) * MISSING YOU (JOHN WAITE) * TRUE (SPANDAU BALLET) * ANGEL (FRA LIPPO LIPPI) * SPECIAL KIND OF SOMETHING (KAVANA) * BEAUTIFUL IN MY EYES (JOSHUA KADISON) * BORN FOR YOU (DAVID POMERANZ) * LOVIN' YOU (MINNIE RIPERTON) * I COULD FALL IN LOVE (SELENA) * YOU'RE IN LOVE (WILSON PHILIPS) * MAYBE (PEABO BRYSON & ROBERTA FLACK) * SIMPLY JESSIE (REX SMITH) * BECAUSE OF YOU (KEITH MARTIN)

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