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Hairspray (Soundtrack to the Motion Picture)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A real "FEEL GOOD" movie/soundtrack
  • Really fun
  • Wonderfully fun
  • Energetic, Fun Album
  • sophie's
Hairspray (Soundtrack to the Motion Picture)

Manufacturer: New Line Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000PUAID4
Release Date: 2007-07-10

Tracks:

  1. "GOOD MORNING BALTIMORE" - Nikki Blonsky
  2. "THE NICEST KIDS IN TOWN" - James Marsden
  3. "IT TAKES TWO" - Zac Efron
  4. "(THE LEGEND OF) MISS BALTIMORE CRABS" - Michelle Pfeiffer
  5. "I CAN HEAR THE BELLS" - Nikki Blonsky
  6. "LADIES' CHOICE" - Zac Efron
  7. "THE NEW GIRL IN TOWN" - Brittany Snow
  8. "WELCOME TO THE 60's" - Nikki Blonsky & John Travolta
  9. "RUN AND TELL THAT" - Elijah Kelley
  10. "BIG, BLONDE & BEAUTIFUL" - Queen Latifah
  11. "BIG, BLONDE & BEAUTIFUL reprise" - John Travolta & Michelle Pfeiffer
  12. "(YOU'RE) TIMELESS TO ME" - John Travolta & Christopher Walken
  13. "I KNOW WHERE I'VE BEEN" - Queen Latifah
  14. "WITHOUT LOVE" - Zac Efron, Nikki Blonsky, Elijah Kelley & Amanda Bynes
  15. "(IT'S) HAIRSPRAY" - James Marsden
  16. "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT" - Nikki Blonsky, Zac Efron, Amanda Bynes,
  17. "COME SO FAR (GOT SO FAR TO GO)" - Queen Latifah, Nikki Blonsky, Zac
  18. "COOTIES" - Aimee Allen
  19. "MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW" - Nikki Blonsky, Marissa Jaret Winokur & Rikki Lake

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What fun! This soundtrack of the film adaptation of the Broadway musical overflows with glossy, ol' fashioned '60s-style pep. It won't win any awards for innovation, but it may well be one of the most feel-good releases of the year. While not quite as super-energetic as the original Broadway cast, the new crew ain't too shabby: Nikki Blonsky delivers as Tracy Turnblad and Zac Efron (High School Musical) makes for a devoted boyfriend, and the supporting cast gleefully embraces the show's silly-but-generous spirit. John Travolta (who gets to utter the particularly ironic line "it's been years since someone asked me to dance") goes drag as Tracy's mom, Edna, while Michelle Pfeiffer's slight stiffness is appropriate for her uptight character, especially on the cha-cha "(The Legend of) Miss Baltimore Crabs." After Mama Morton in Chicago, Queen Latifah puts in another brassy turn as Motormouth Maybelle ("Big, Blonde and Beautiful," which is then reprised by Travolta and Pfeiffer). The show's authors, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, have written three new numbers for the movie: the rollicking (and first single) "Ladies' Choice," "New Girl in Town" and "Come So Far." In addition, the CD also includes two tracks that aren't in the film but were in the show: "Cooties," sung by Aimee Allen, and "Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now," sung by all three Tracy Turnblads: Blonsky, Ricki Lake (from the source movie) and Marissa Jaret Winokur (from the original Broadway cast). --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Album Description

The Hairspray soundtrack will feature 17 songs from the film, including three original numbers that were created specifically for the film version of the hit Broadway musical - "Ladies' Choice," "New Girl In Town," and "Come So Far." Also featured on the soundtrack are the songs "Good Morning Baltimore," "Welcome to the `60s," "Nicest Kids In Town," and "You Can't Stop The Beat." The songs are performed by cast members John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer, Zac Efron, Amanda Bynes, Brittany Snow and Elijah Kelley among others.

The Hairspray soundtrack is produced by Marc Shaiman and features music by Shaiman and lyrics by Scott Wittman and Shaiman. It features tracks mixed by Ed Cherney (Rolling Stones, Bette Midler) and Peter Mokran (Pussycat Dolls, Christina Aguilera).

Sixteen years after the release of the original film, New Line Cinema is bringing a feature film adaptation of the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Hairspray to life. Featuring new and original material based on John Waters' 1988 cult classic about star-struck teenagers on a local Baltimore dance show, the comedy features a remarkable collection of talent including John Travolta, Queen Latifah, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Walken, Amanda Bynes, Allison Janney, Brittany Snow, Zac Efron, Elijah Kelley, producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (Chicago), and director Adam Shankman (Bringing Down The House). The new screenplay for Hairspray was written by Leslie Dixon (Freaky Friday, Outrageous Fortune).

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A real "FEEL GOOD" movie/soundtrack.......2007-08-04

I love movies....for a variety of reasons, sometimes for their throught-provoking abilities, innovation, story...and while "Hairspray" isn't one of those, I must say I haven't seen a movie that made me FEEL GOOD and energetic and just HAPPY in a very long time!! It's one I could watch over and over... and the soundtrack.. it's number one on my playlist right now! It will have you dancing in your seat!

4 out of 5 stars Really fun.......2007-08-01

This is good music with good singing. Not necessarily great singing. These songs are catchy and if you liked the movie you will enjoy having the music to sing all too!

5 out of 5 stars Wonderfully fun.......2007-08-01

After seeing the movie my sister and I ran out to buy the soundtrack. It's excellent. the vocal talent they've managed to put together is amazing. Nikki Blonsky is fantastic and her enthusiasm can't be contained. Zac Efron finally gets to redeem himself after not having his vocals used in High School Musical. "Ladies' Choice" is really fun and upbeat. I can't say enough good things about Queen Latifah.

In my opinion Elijah Kelly is the best though. What a great find. "Run and Tell That" showcases his enormous talent.

The cd is great for singing along to and for making you feel good.

5 out of 5 stars Energetic, Fun Album.......2007-08-01

Though it may be slightly inferior to the Broadway Cast Recording, this album of "Hairspray" is spectacularly tuneful. The singing, with the exception of Michelle Pfeiffer (who does act wonderfully in the show), is top notch, especially Nikki Blonsky and Queen Latifah and the music, of course, is about the catchiest composed here in fresh new arrangements. Still, the talent of the Broadway cast was more consistently wonderful. But that doesn't stop one from enjoying the greatness that is this album. Some songs just make even those who can't dance want to, like "Good Morning Baltimore" (1), "Ladies Choice" (6), "Welcome to the 60s" (8), "Run and Tell That" (9) and "You Can't Stop the Beat" (16). Other highlights are "I Can Hear the Bells" (5), "Without Love" (14), and the best song of the CD Queen Latifah's superb "I Know Where I've Been" (13).

5 out of 5 stars sophie's.......2007-08-01

I love the cd and I just love the movie and I can not wait till it is available on dvd.
Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • THIS sells better than Janet?
  • Preteen Daughter loved it.
  • Great for older girls
  • Hannah Montana Vol. 2/ Meet Miley Cyrus
  • My Daughters Love It
Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus
Hannah Montana , and Miley Cyrus
Manufacturer: Disney
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000OYC3L6
Release Date: 2007-06-26

Tracks:

  1. We Got the Party
  2. Nobody's Perfect
  3. Make Some Noise
  4. Rock Star
  5. Old Blue Jeans
  6. Life's What You Make It
  7. One in a Million
  8. Bigger than Us
  9. You and Me Together
  10. True Friend

Tracks:

  1. See You Again
  2. East Northumberland High
  3. Let's Dance
  4. G.N.O. (Girl's Night Out)
  5. Right Here
  6. As I Am
  7. Start All Over
  8. Clear
  9. Good and Broken
  10. I Miss You

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Tweens aren't often heralded for their good judgment and excellent taste (Heelys--hello), but if any young starlet can redeem them, it's Hannah Montana. On this, the second soundtrack from the Disney Channel series, Miley Cyrus takes her cues from her TV alter ego, who has an alter ego of her own: Disc 1 features Miley as Hannah, hair-tossing pop princess by weekend, likable schoolgirl by weekday (see "Old Blue Jeans" and "True Friends" to get a sense of each episode's un-cloying sweetness). But disc 2 is the start of something new, as her friends over on the High School Musical set might say: Miley sings strictly as her spunky, truth-telling self. This yields a number of pepped-up pop tracks bound to vibrate through the walls of pink bedrooms everywhere--"See You Again" is a boy-centric song instantly relatable to anyone who's ever been in seventh grade and suffered a bout of bashfulness, "East Northumberland High" puts a punk spin on an I'm-just-not-into-you tale, and "Clear" bounces on a reggae beat while canceling any doubt about our heroine's ability to stand up for herself. Like Hannah before her, Miley makes the best of both worlds--this well-worth-it set, by turns rockin' and reflective, is a masterful example. --Tammy La Gorce

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Album Description

This 2-disc set features 10 all new Hannah Montana songs from the #1-rated Disney Channel series, as well as a 2nd CD including 10 brand-new original songs by Miley Cyrus!

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars THIS sells better than Janet?.......2007-08-06

I absolutely LOVED Janet Jackson's latest album. Unofortunately it was a flop barely selling 600,000 copies. Hannah Montana's selling more than Janet's but it's not as good! The songs on here are boring and forgettable. No originality to them, just pop produced for the masses. Sure she's pretty and has a nice voice but will people be singing along to these songs 10 years form now? Probably not. Another Disney newcomer will outshine Miley and she'll be a has-been. Janet's voice is unique and her music is too. Buy "20 years old" by Janet Jackson instead. It's much better!

4 out of 5 stars Preteen Daughter loved it........2007-08-05

My [..]daughter is HUGE Miley Cyrus fan. She has worn out this CD and it has quickly become her favorite.

5 out of 5 stars Great for older girls.......2007-08-01

My daughter who is almost seven likes listening to this cd. The songs are catchy and definitely not offensive.

4 out of 5 stars Hannah Montana Vol. 2/ Meet Miley Cyrus.......2007-07-29

The second CD by Hannah Montana / debut of Miley Cyrus doesn't disappoint, but doesn't live up to the expectations that I had for it; for me because there were just so many songs. The Hannah Montana side is definitely the preferred one, though, although Miley's side can be charming at times.

My track-by-track synopsis:

Disc 1 | Hannah Montana

1.) We Got The Party With Us [8/10]: This song definitely grew on me; I didn't like it at first, because it wasn't as 'rockish', as I would've expected her album opener for me. But it is a good song.

2.) Nobody's Perfect [10/10]: This is one of the album's strongest tracks, in my opinion. It conveys a good message for everyone, and is pleasing to listen to. There are little touches of a violin playing that adds a nice touch to it. The chorus is catchy, and will get you singing along to it all day.

3.) Make Some Noise [10/10]: Cheesy? Yes. But it is inspirational. It's songs like this that kids should listen too, telling them to believe in themselves, instead of the heartbreak, that boy doesn't like me stuff that is heard on the radio 24 /7.

4.) Rockstar [9/10]: It's very catchy. It has an extremely peppy tune that will cheer you up when you're down.
The lyrics are also, I must say, adorable.

5.) Old Blue Jeans [7/10]: The seven is just for the message it says, otherwise this song just doesn't appeal to me at all.

6.) Life's What You Make It [10/10]: This is another one of the strongest tracks. It's the whole deal, good melody, good lyrics, good message, it's basically goodxalot.

7.) One in A Million [10/10]: I personally think this song is beautiful. The melody is simply gorgeous. I usually compare this to If We Were A Movie from her previous soundtrack, so while this isn't nearly as creative as that one (I'm assuming because this one is a cover anyway), I'm glad that this love song turned out beautifully. My personal favorite.

8.) Bigger Than Us [8/10]: They made her voice sound nice and sweet in this one. But, (episode reference), in one of the episodes that I happened to see, it centered around this song, and they made it seem like such a hit, but while the message is pure, it's not that great. Good nonetheless though.

9.) You And Me Together [8/10]: Again, very catchy. Again, good message. But it's nothing extremely special.

10.) True Friend [8/10]: It's undoubtedly a cute song that all 'BFFs' will hear, and it's sweet, but I just don't know what I don't like about this and the previous song. Vocals maybe?

Disc 2 | Miley Cyrus

1.) See You Again [8/10]: The chorus, I love. Otherwise, it's very bland. Not the best way to start her album off.

2.) Eastnorthumberland High [10/10]: This is one of my favorites on her album. It has a ridiculously catchy beat, and it's refreshing, new, for the topic its about.

3.) Let's Dance [9/10]: It's not a bad song at all, but she should leave the 'rapping' to the rappers. It doesn't suit her or the song.

4.) G.N.O-Girl's Night Out [9/10]: Good chorus, good lyrics. It's a good song for when you're just sick of boys and want to go out and have fun.

5. / 7.) Right Here/ Start All Over [5/10]: I just don't like them. Lyrics do matter, and these have the lyrics, but these songs just don't have the 'whole package' with a catchy hook or anything. And while good hooks aren't necessary, when your voice is nothing special, or strong, in that case, they are.

6.) As I Am [8/10]: Pretty song; the guy described is the guy all girls should find.

8.) Clear [8/10]: It's very...tropical; which surprisingly suits the song very, very well, seeing it's about finally seeing how things are going in a relationship, making it 'clear'.

9.) Good and Broken [9/10]: Another one of my favorites, it's a good song.

10.) I Miss You [10/10]: Good way to end the album. The version heard on the show was a lot prettier, but this one is still sweet anyway.

Final thoughts: It's not a bad CD, but I think it would've been better if they were released separately. 20 songs is a lot to listen to in one listening. Otherwise, above solid effort.

Thanks for your time!

5 out of 5 stars My Daughters Love It.......2007-07-26

My daughters (ages 7 1/2 and 4) love this cd. They sing it all day long. I don't even mind listening to it. The music is really good.
Once
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Once
  • Swell Season+The Frames=This CD
  • Once
  • Almost matches the movie
  • Great Pic, great music
Once
Original Soundtrack
Manufacturer: Columbia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000PFU7OO
Release Date: 2007-05-22

Tracks:

  1. Falling Slowly
  2. If You Want Me
  3. Broken Hearted Hoover Fixer Sucker Guy
  4. When Your Minds Made Up
  5. Lies
  6. Gold
  7. The Hill
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  11. All the Way Down
  12. Once
  13. Say It to Me Now

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Even those allergic to musicals may be won over by Once, a tender-hearted Irish romance with songs by Czech Republic-born Markéta Irglová and Frames frontman Glen Hansard. (The film's director, John Carney, actually used to play bass in the group.) The trick here is that Irglová and Hansard also play the leads; because their characters are shown busking, writing music, or rehearsing, the songs are smoothly integrated in the film. The overall acoustic mood won't surprise fans of the Frames--some tracks ("Say It to Me," "When Your Mind's Made Up") have even popped up on the band's albums, though the arrangements are more pared-down here, befitting the scruffy, street-musician setting. Being the lesser-known entity, Irglová feels like a revelation; she sounds a bit like a folkie Björk on "If You Want Me," and her song "The Hill" is downright heartbreaking. Irglová and Hansard had already made the 2006 album The Swell Seasontogether, so their collaboration here feels really organic--they sound particularly good together on the title track, for instance. Now that's the kind of magic you want from musicals. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Once.......2007-08-05

This musical is from the independent movie, Once. It is very beautiful, lyrical and haunting at the same time.

5 out of 5 stars Swell Season+The Frames=This CD.......2007-08-05

I was hesitant to purchase this CD because many of the tracks are available elsewhere in my collection. The Swell Season CD (which I HIGHLY recommend) features many of the songs, a few others are found in the catalog of Glen's band, the Frames (a longer version of "Say it to me now" is on 1996's Fitzcarraldo, "When your mind's made up" is on The Cost).
The songs in the Once soundtrack are slightly different versions, and there's a few originals that make the purchase a worthwhile one.

5 out of 5 stars Once.......2007-08-04

The soundtrack is great! I would like to get the sheet music for the piano

4 out of 5 stars Almost matches the movie.......2007-08-02

After seeing the movie, this became my second soundtrack album in my collection of music (Grace of my Heart was first). I love it, but the music is much more powerful when combined with the visuality of the movie. Some very meaningful lyrics go with some nice driving music. Overall very well done. Happy to own.

5 out of 5 stars Great Pic, great music.......2007-08-01

Normally I don't bother to review things, but this music and movie are so special, I want to help promote them both. I've seen the movie three times and there were only a handful of people in the theater on any of the three occasions. Way too bad - especially when so much garbage out there gets huge numbers. Anyway, I've become a new fan of both the Frames and Glen Hansard. The music he and Merketa make together is exceptional. Everyone I've turned on to them has loved it. Just wish they were getting a bigger audience - they certainly deserve it! Buy the CD, you won't be disappointed.

No Reservations
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Now it makes more sense...
  • Where's my Philip Glass?
  • This is an unique soundtrack
  • More score, less opera please
  • Best movie soundtrack of 2007
No Reservations

Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000RHRGQC
Release Date: 2007-07-24

Tracks:

  1. Truffles And Quail - Conrad Pope
  2. Sway - Michael Buble
  3. Celeste Aida - Luciano Pavarotti
  4. O Mio Babbino Caro - Renata Tebaldi
  5. Zoe & Kate Watch Video - Phillip Glass
  6. Libiamo Libiamo - Joan Sutherland
  7. Via Con Me - Paolo Conte
  8. La Donna E 'Mobile - Joseph Calleja
  9. Un Bel Di 'Vedremo - Renata Tebaldi
  10. Zoe Goes To the Restaurant - Phillip Glass
  11. Cielo E Mar - Luciano Pavarotti
  12. Mambo Gelato - Ray Gelato
  13. Nessun Dorma - Luciano Pavarotti
  14. Count On My Love - Liz Phair

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Now it makes more sense..........2007-07-30

It appears that some of the most memorable score cues from the movie are actually from Mark Isham's soundtrack "Life As A House" (Listen to track 11 from "Life As A House" for example.)

Now I'm beginning to understand why there seems to be such a paucity of score cues on this CD. I think either Glass' score was partially rejected or he only scored a small part of the movie to begin with.

3 out of 5 stars Where's my Philip Glass? .......2007-07-30

The other music on the cd is perfectly fine. It's good music actually, but I wanted more score. I was hoping the two score cues would be longer than they were.

Philip Glass only used a few motifs (three tops) in the movie...would it have been so hard to include all of them (as opposed to 1)?

Shame on Decca...unless they're planning on releasing a score-only CD.
Hope they do.

5 out of 5 stars This is an unique soundtrack.......2007-07-29

This is an unusual soundtrack. It combines instrumental music with opera music. This disc also has two songs from popular singers. I love the track "Sway" by Michael Buble. I also enjoyed the track "Mambo Gelato" These two tracks make me want to grab someone and dance. The opera tracks on this disc are excellent. The best of the bunch is "La Donna E Mobile" by Joseph Calleja. This track is very uplifting and playful. "Cielo E Mar" is a romantic sounding track from Pavarotti. "Nessum Dorma" is a really soothing track from Pavarotti too. He has such a powerful voice. Philip Glass is a talented composer for the film. I love his instrumental restaurant theme here. It is a beautiful piece of music. "Count On My Love" is a great song that fits the tone of the movie well. I really enjoyed listening to the music on this soundtrack.

3 out of 5 stars More score, less opera please.......2007-07-28

Phillip Glass's score was exceptional, why there isn't more of it on the rousing soundtrack, I can't imagine, but the lack leaves a hole in the overall CD.

5 out of 5 stars Best movie soundtrack of 2007.......2007-07-28

There isn't much good to say about the film but this soundtrack really is beautiful.
The Simpsons Movie: Limited Edition Donut Packaging
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
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  • Uh...where's the funny?
The Simpsons Movie: Limited Edition Donut Packaging

Manufacturer: Adrenaline Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000RW5X8A
Release Date: 2007-07-31

Tracks:

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  9. ...Lead, Not To Read
  10. Why Does Everything I Whip Leave Me
  11. Bart's Doodle
  12. World's Fattest Fertilizer Salesman
  13. His Big Fat Butt Could Shield Us All
  14. Spider Pig
  15. Recklessly Impulsive

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The Simpson's FEATURE LENGTH FILM will hit theaters July 27th and is certainly one of the most highly anticipated films of 2007. The Simpson's MOVIE will feature all the voices of the original cast that has made the Simpson's TV Show the longest running animated series in television history. The Simpson's have aired more than 375 episodes and will be celebrating its 400th episode this season, scheduled to coincide with the film opening! Marketing around the movie will include full participation from FOX NEWS CORP across all channels and entities and will create a cultural event of life in yellow! This movie score souvenir will contain the familiar themes from the TV show as well as original movie score by award winning composer/producer HANS ZIMMER. The Soundtrack will be a must have for all Simpson's fans and donut lovers alike! CD is housed in a limited edition Donut encasing (non-jewel case).

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Read reviews from the other soundtrack page first.......2007-08-03

I do not agree with the previous reviewer. The music should be enjoyed either on its own merit, or in the context of the movie. Without having seen the movie, you cannot make a judgment of the musical score as such. Read reviews from the other product page.

3 out of 5 stars Uh...where's the funny?.......2007-08-02

With song titles like, "His Big Fat Butt Could Shield Us All" & "Thank You Boob Lady", I expected this to be another funny, witty, Simpsons album like Songs in the Key of Springfield. It's packed in a donut box for crying out loud! I bought this note unheard, sight unseen, without seeing the movie first, because I have really enjoyed prior Simpsons albums. But I hate to say here that I am disappointed. This is an actual movie score, as in classical music. If there is any humor here at all (besides the song titles) it is in the language of music.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Just Perfect
  • A Breath Of Fresh Air
  • Thematically awash in nothingness.
  • Excellent Mood Contrasts
  • Well done
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Manufacturer: Warner Bros/Wea
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ASIN: B000OLGCHA
Release Date: 2007-07-10

Tracks:

  1. Fireworks
  2. Professor Umbridge
  3. Another Story
  4. Dementors in the Underpass
  5. Dumbledore's Army
  6. The Hall of Prophecies
  7. Possession
  8. The Room of Requirement
  9. The Kiss
  10. A Journey to Hogwarts
  11. The Sirius Deception
  12. Death of Sirius
  13. Umbridge Spoils a Beautiful Morning
  14. Darkness Takes Over
  15. The Ministry of Magic
  16. The Sacking of Trelawny
  17. Flight of the Order of the Phoenix
  18. Loved Ones and Leaving

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For its fifth cinematic installment, the Harry Potter franchise gets a new composer as England's Nicholas Hooper (a usual collaborator of new director David Yates) succeeds Patrick Doyle and John Williams. The screeching electric guitar that suddenly irrupts on the very first track, "Fireworks," lets the listener know that all is not quiet on the Hogwarts front. The kiddies are growing up, evil is spreading: which is worse?! But actually this modern sonic touch is deceiving: Hooper works within an old-school format and mostly sticks to tried-and-true effects. His score is best when it goes for tension and unease, particularly in its use of low, rumbling tones: A choir starts by humming in a menacing manner in "Dementors in the Underpass"; the sound at the beginning of "The Death of Sirius" feels as if it's being belched out from some deep, dark, scary place, creating an effective atmosphere of dread. Elsewhere, the beginning of "Possession" feels as if it belongs in a J-horror movie, and then the track becomes deceptively calm before the storm hits again. Keen listeners will recognize Williams' "Hedwig's Theme" in "Another Story," but mostly Hooper is his own man. Just like the overall series, which gets darker and darker as it goes along, this CD makes for a rather brooding listening experience--the pizzicato violins on "Umbridge Spoils a Beautiful Morning" provide one of the few jaunty touches. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Album Description

Featuring a colorful and inspiring score by Nicholas Hooper, the soundtrack to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix takes the movie-goer to the next level of magical enchantment right along with Harry and his friends.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Just Perfect.......2007-08-06

This CD is awesome!!! It is just like watching the movie except for no talking. Obviously. This is a great CD with great sound. Nicholas Hooper followed in John Williams footsteps by keeping the original theme song to Harry Potter.

4 out of 5 stars A Breath Of Fresh Air.......2007-08-05

From the opening, I found this soundtrack surprising, unusual (for HP) and - ultimately - most refreshing. A new take on the Harry Potter movie universe that reflects the change in plot and character styles evident in Order Of The Phoenix.

I grew very fond of this work quite quickly. Knowing the story, I was initially taken aback by the sequence into which the pieces are organised (they do not follow the layout within the movie) but this does not justify any pertinent criticism.

The books have always conveyed a light-hearted impression of the world to which Harry is adjusting and this is reflected in the style of some of the pieces. As the books then inject a more cruel reality (in the guise of oppression, racism, selfishness, etc.) into this world, so too the music veers from light-hearted and humorous, sometimes through excitement (such as "Fireworks" - one of my favourites - and "Flight Of The Order Of The Phoenix"), into sympathy or intimidation.

With each new book, I have been impressed by the gradual maturation of the story and characters. Within this soundtrack, I was similarly impressed with the complex emotion conveyed through tracks such as "The Sacking Of Trelawney", "Possession"
and, most wonderfully, in "The Kiss" (another favourite). I think it lends maturity to a story that is 'coming of age'.

In one example, a light and pretty. theme is soon betrayed by its heavy and intimidating background. The character depicted by the piece is hidden and sugar coated - disguised with dainty frills, airy pinks - belying her fascist and sadistic tendencies. As is pointed out in the books, she is not necessarily evil; more extraordinarily authoritarian. I think this characterisation is reflected very nicely in "Professor Umbridge".

As a soundtrack should, this admirably fulfils the intention to support, enhance or even convey the personality of the image on screen. Earlier Potter themes are alluded to but the changes are a breath of fresh air. I am glad that we are no longer subject to the rehash of a six year old thematic concept.

3 out of 5 stars Thematically awash in nothingness........2007-08-01

John Williams in the first three HP movies composed wonderful themes for each and every character/moment. After Star Wars, where he was forced to repeat and work with themes over and over, HP gave him a new lease on life. But here Mr. Hooper lets us down. First, he only uses "Hedwig's Theme". Aren't the others available or equally interesting?

His music is very atmospheric - that's good - but each track apparently goes no where. It all sounds like background music for a theme that's missing. "Delores Umbridge's Theme" is jaunty enough - anachronistic to her character, without a trace of evil - but we at least hear a theme. The "Fireworks" track - Fred and George leaving Hogwarts - was delightful. I actually like the folk element entering into the story a bit. But track after track sounds like accompaniment to a theme that no one played. Come on, Warner Bros., surely you can do better than this! (Don't get me started on the director either.) In my worst days as a composer I wrote as well as that.

THe other problem is the ordering of the tracks. Okay, JW did this on the early Star Wars movies, too, and we all hated it then. Some Broadway musicals had to re-order things, too, to accomodate the side breaks of LPs. They re-ordered stuff when CDs came out. So did the "Final" version of Star Wars 4,5 &6. There is no sense of pacing corresponding to the movie. It sounds great! But to quote a famous author, it is "full of sound and fury, signifying nothing."

5 out of 5 stars Excellent Mood Contrasts.......2007-08-01

I was highly impressed by the contrast between the light hearted and the dark in this soundtrack. That is part of the special magic of the Harry Potter books, of course, but I've never felt the movies, except for the first one, really captured it until now. The soundtrack for The Order of the Phoenix is relatively short, around 45 minutes in total. The tracks are arranged more by mood than by their placement within the movie, which can be a bit confusing at first, but I enjoyed the sprightly beginning of "Fireworks." I also found "Dumbledore's Army" and "The Room of Requirement" especially appealing. The tracks relating to Dolores Umbridge are interesting, too, in that they are able to convey her cloying surface charm and inner nastiness highly effectively. This is also true of "The Ministry of Magic".

The darker tracks, especially "The Death of Sirius" and "Possession," were well able to depict the tension and horror of those moments. I also enjoyed the forboding qualities of "Another Story" and "Journey to Hogwarts."

This CD well encapsulates the best qualities of the Harry Potter books and movies, and I recommend it wholeheartedly.

5 out of 5 stars Well done.......2007-07-31

I thought it was fantastic. Hooper intigrated in music from the earlier movies, which were ignored by Doyle (not to say I disliked Doyle's). I felt the music really reflected the chaos and turmoil that surrounds Harry in this movie. The one thing I disliked was that the cd was not set up in a cohesive manner. However there is an easy fix to that, load it on an ipod.
La Vie en Rose: La Mome
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B000MEYIBG
Release Date: 2007-05-22

Tracks:

  1. Heaven Have A Mercy
  2. Milord
  3. Rien De Rien
  4. La Foule
  5. Cri Du Coeur
  6. La Vie En Rose (English version)
  7. Padam Padam
  8. Mon Dieu
  9. L'Hymne A L'Amour
  10. Mon Manege A Moi
  11. Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
  12. L'Eveil
  13. Mon Legionnaire (piano solo)
  14. Lisieux
  15. La Mort De Leplee ("Mon Legionnaire")
  16. Apparition
  17. L'ABC
  18. L'Arrestation ("Mon Legionnaire")
  19. L'Idylle
  20. Derniere Nuit
  21. Mon Homme (interpreted by Jil Aigrot)
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  24. Fascination (interpreted by Maya Barsoni)
  25. Il M'a Vue Nue (interpreted by Mistinguett)
  26. La Poupee
  27. Vie En Rose (accordeon)

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As befits the soundtrack of a music biopic, most of the heavy lifting here is done by the movie's subject: iconic French singer Edith Piaf. She was the Gallic Judy Garland, a natural performer who overcame one personal tragedy after another and was never more alive than on stage, forging an uncommon bond with both material and audience. Since actress Marion Cotillard lip-synchs in the film, the first 11 tracks on the CD are by Piaf herself, and give a good overview of her biggest hits (though we get the English version of the title track) and her feverish, ultra-dramatic style. But Piaf wasn't only a tragedienne of song: Her lighter side is represented by "Rien de Rien" and "Mon Manège à Moi," which she infuses with wonderful flair. Tracks 12-20 are made up of Christopher Gunning's richly symphonic original score (check out "La Mort de Leplée"). The last third of the album offers Piaf without Piaf, with contemporary singers Jil Aigrot and Maya Barsoni performing her songs (apparently because the originals' poor sound quality meant they would have stuck out in the movie). Watch out, however, for Mistinguett's hilarious "Il m'a vu nue," a slice of French music-hall history preserved in amber. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Album Description

Official motion picture soundtrack to the film La Vie En Rose, the dramatic real-life story of French chanteuse Edith Piaf, starring Marion Cotillard and Gerard Depardieu. This release contains 27 tracks featuring 11 of Piaf's most popular songs remastered including "La Vie En Rose", "Hymne A L'amour" "Milord" and "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien", plus the original score by Christopher Gunning.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Piaf soars!.......2007-08-05

Those who have seen Marion Cotillard's Oscar caliber performance in "La Vie En Rose" will love this disk for the eleven songs she lip-synched so brilliantly in the film--10 of them by Piaf. The old recordings were enhanced with modern technology to sound great. The soundtrack's underscoring tracks and other filler could easily have been deleted. Only the Piaf tracks found their way to my iPod.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful Period Music.......2007-07-20

Having seen the movie La Vien Rose, I knew I had to get the CD. Both are terrific. If you haven't listened to or seen the movie I suggest you do both. Excellent music/performances. Bill

5 out of 5 stars La Vie en Rose.......2007-07-06

The soundtrack to the movie by the same title is excellent. The restoration was superb. The voice of Edith Piaf is masterful.
Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End
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ASIN: B000P0J02E
Release Date: 2007-05-22

Tracks:

  1. Hoist the Colours
  2. Singapore
  3. At Wit's End
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  5. Up Is Down
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  13. Drink Up Me Hearties

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The music for this third chapter in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is a traditional, efficient action score that, due to the film's setting, occasionally incorporates light Asian touches. The popularity of Hans "Long John" Zimmer (all the credits in the CD's liner notes include pirate-themed nicknames, like the roll call in a Simpsons Halloween episode) isn't in doubt--he sure is one in-demand composer--but afficionados are divided about his artistic worth, and this score isn't about to reconcile them. Some think that Zimmer relies too much on his stable of composers and sticks to tried-and-true recipes; others admire his capacity to weave themes in and out of cues, creating a whole made of subtly interrelated parts. At World's End feeds both camps: Seven of his collaborators are credited with writing "additional music," and the album feels by-the-numbers at times; but those inclined to listen very closely will be rewarded by the way Zimmer sneaks in bits of two main melodies (especially variations on the first track, a pirate theme titled "Hoist the Colours" and cowritten by director Gore Verbinski) throughout. The use of electronics is so light as to be almost undetectable, which will please fans of a more organic orchestral sound. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Excellent.......2007-08-04

This soundtrack is excellent all the way through. With more variety than the first one...and I dont even want to mention the second one...it has graced my CD player more than any CD in the months since I bought it.
The music is well performed, well written, and well put togehter. Each song seems to complement the next. Overall, one of the best CDs I have ever purchased

5 out of 5 stars Amazing.......2007-07-29

Almost as fabulous as Johnny Depp:) Best of the 3 soundtracks but then again I felt this was the best 3 movies as well. The score is inventive and the first still gives me chills.

5 out of 5 stars Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End Soundtrack.......2007-07-26

The CD came delivered on time and packed well. It has also been very enjoyable and definitely a good buy.

5 out of 5 stars Hoist The Colours!!!.......2007-07-25

I have always been a fan of soundtracks. I really adore the works of Harry Gregson-Williams, Danny Elfman and, of course, John Williams. I now can say I have a new composer that I can add to my list; Hans Zimmer, the composer for Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man's Chest, At World's End and he also Overproduced the score for The Curse of the Black Pearl. Compared to past "attempts" I believe that Hans Zimmer has hit the jackpot.

The CD "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" is unbelievably the best CD of the three. It contains 13 tracks including, one of my favorites, Hoist the Colours (the song the boy sings at the beginning of the movie, which becomes the back tone of the entire movie). It is a must buy for all soundtrack, movie, Disney and pirate lovers. I have never listened to a soundtrack this much since John Williams Star Wars Episode 1 Special Edition CD.

But there is a draw back for me. The CD is a Digipak. A Digipak is a CD that has cardboard-like outside rather than a plastic cover like most CD's. I don't `hate' them, I just don't like seeing things of mine getting ripped. So if you don't want your case/album art warped, get it on iTunes.

Overall it is a great CD and a must buy! " Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" soundtrack gets 5 stars out of 5.

My name is Amone. Adios!

5 out of 5 stars Wow.......2007-07-17

This is the best soundtrack in the "Pirates" series. Hans Zimmer has melded the Eastern sounds with the West and composed an intricate melody which is hard to forget. My favorite soundtrack so far!
Music and Lyrics
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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ASIN: B000M5B6Q0
Release Date: 2007-02-13

Tracks:

  1. Pop! Goes My Heart
  2. Buddha's Delight - Haley Bennet
  3. Meaningless Kiss
  4. Entering Bootytown - Haley Bennet
  5. Way Back Into Love (Demo Version)
  6. Tony The Beat - The Sounds
  7. Dance With Me Tonight
  8. Slam - Haley Bennet
  9. Don't Write Me Off
  10. Way Back Into Love
  11. Different Sound - Teddybears
  12. Love Autopsy

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Writer-director Marc Lawrence's romantic comedy gently satirizes the music industry's past and present via Hugh Grant's Alex Fletcher, a has-been Rock of the '80s icon given another shot at the charts by young pop diva Cora Corman (newcomer Haley Bennett). Grant gives some surprisingly credible--if often gently tongue-in-cheek--performances in his musical debut; indeed, he carries better than half the soundtrack with his earnest vocal charms. The production gets key help from Fountain of Wayne's Adam Schlesinger, who contributes a delicious, loving send-up of Wham! courtesy of "Meaningless Kiss," the emotive piano confessional "Don't Write Me Off," and two versions of "Way Back into Love," the comeback ballad/duet that drives the story line. A playful demo version of the latter pairs Grant with co-star Drew Barrymore (playing the florist who becomes Fletcher's unlikely songwriting foil), while Grant's ultimate duet with young Bennett evokes contemporary pop conceits with a keen, affectionate flair that also graces the young singer's Britney-esque "Buddha's Delight," "Slam," and the more obviously snarky "Entering Bootytown." Rounding out the collection are a pair of complimentary tracks by Swedish pop acts: The Sounds' bouncy "Tony the Beat" and the club-slinky groove of Teddybears' "Different Sound." Highlighted by Grant's sympathetic vocals and a knowing musical sensibility that never quite lapses into mere parody, it's a pop-lover's delight from start to finish. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great!.......2007-08-05

I loved this movie because of the amazing use of music, and the companion soundtrack did not let me down. Songs like "Meaningless Kiss", "Don't Write Me Off", or "Dance With Me Tonight" were great to listen to in full. The other songs were just fun and lively. If you loved the movie, you'll love the soundtrack!

5 out of 5 stars good family music.......2007-08-04

This is a movie that my family loved so much that we had to get the soundtrack. We all know the words to the sounds. The two year old hums while the seven year old and Mom and Dad sign. Great stuff.

5 out of 5 stars Review of Music & Lyrics Soundtrack Album.......2007-07-23

Ok, this was definitely a feel good movie and probably falls into the "chick flick" category. That being said, it was a delight to watch, and listening to the soundtrack makes the listener want to tap their toes and sing along. You can always skip the tracks that aren't your style.

5 out of 5 stars For the 80's in all of us... .......2007-07-18

What a fun movie and a fun soundtrack! Who knew Hugh Grant could sing? It's a gotta see movie and a fabulous soundtrack.

5 out of 5 stars The Problem Is - I Want More.......2007-07-12

This is another instance where I thought the movie was, ".....eh", but I love the soundtrack.

I was a little irked at what I felt was another attempt to show that the 80s was nothing more than a vapid, superficial decade which only produced goofy, forgettable, lightweight fluff. Yes, there was a lot of that, but there were also many serious, moving, culture-defining moments as well. If we want to assume that "My Humps" summarizes all of the music produced during the current decade, then I'll buy in that "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" was what the 80s was all about.

Anyway, half of songs here are designed to sound like they came out in the mid-80s; obviously the ones Hugh Grant sings on are supposed to be like the equivalent of Wham! (not that Wham! was a synth-pop band, but whatever). And I have to say - they're great songs, and it's a pleasant surprise that Hugh sings; his voice works well with these songs!

When I went to see this movie, people in the audience were laughing at the "music video" for "Pop Goes My Heart", and I was like, "Why are you laughing?? Videos were in its infancy back then, so many of them by today's standards appear kind of goofy!" Awesome song; love the "crash" after "Pop" during the chorus. "Meaningless Kiss" is a great knock-off of "Careless Whisper" (whatever happened to the infamous saxophone solos anyway?). "Tony The Beat" is reminiscent of "Push It" by Salt N' Peppa, and for the longest time I couldn't decide if the singing during the chorus was annoying or not; eventually I decided it wasn't (although just barely).

Now, on the "current day" songs, I love the Haley Bennett songs; the best being "Buddha's Delight" and especially "Entering Bootytown." I know these songs were written to sound like the typical Britney Spears/teen pop music from a few years back, but they're great songs regardless. There's no reason why these songs wouldn't (or shouldn't) be as popular as songs by the artists in which they were inspired by.

I was angered that Haley's songs were so wonderful, but that she was just playing a character for this movie and I'd never hear anything else from her. However, I see that she will be coming out with her own album soon.

I have to commend the writers of the songs on this soundtrack. They wrote songs as if to sound like they came from a specific time period, but still they created some great songs. However the problem with loving songs by these fictional characters is that - you want more, and unfortunately it's just relegated to this one album. If Haley's material sounds anything like what appears on this soundtrack, at least that will pacify my desire to hear more from her.
Sing-A-Longs & Lullabies for the Film Curious George (Jack Johnson)
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Sing-A-Longs & Lullabies for the Film Curious George (Jack Johnson)
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Manufacturer: Umvd Labels
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ASIN: B000CR7RDE
Release Date: 2006-02-07

Tracks:

  1. Upside Down
  2. Broken
  3. People Watching
  4. Wrong Turn
  5. Talk Of The Town
  6. Jungle Gym
  7. We're Going To Be Friends
  8. The Sharing Song
  9. The 3 R's
  10. Lullaby
  11. With My Own Two Hands
  12. Questions
  13. Supposed To Be

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Admit it: If you had to pick an artist to give voice to the wackadoo thinkings of a monkey beloved by most of the American populace over age 3, you could do a lot worse than Jack Johnson. Black Eyed Peas? Too hyper. Death Cab for Cutie? Too ironic. They Might Be Giants? Too eggheaded. Johnson, though the object of much rightful jealousy--here, after all, is a guy who only stumbled into music and vaulted himself up the charts after a successful career as a pro surfer--turns out to have the goods to do H.A. Rey, Curious George's creator, proud. Fans familiar with Johnson's earlier discs will recognize a certain laconic sprawl and easy fascination in his songs that suits the theme of perpetual puzzlement perfectly (here, let's not forget, is a guy who racked up fans with songs called "Bubble Toes" and "Banana Pancakes"). That the music takes a childish turn barely registers--songs like opener "Upside Down" are classic Johnson, all wonderment and groove, and the collaborations with friends Ben Harper, G. Love, and Matt Costa warm up, wink, and scamper off before packing on the weight of excess meaning. "We're Going to Be Friends," track seven, seals the deal--when you can make the White Stripes sound compatible with the Man with the Yellow Hat, you know you've got a multi-generational winner. --Tammy La Gorce

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Faced with the task of giving a voice to a central character that does not speak, Universal Pictures turned to Jack Johnson to craft songs that could provide a voice for Curious George. As a new father, it gave him the opportunity to make an album for both parents and children. Presented with early animations and the story line, Jack crafted new songs that capture the emotions of Curious George as he leaves the jungle to follow the Man with the Yellow Hat. He also turned to friends Ben Harper, G. Love, and Matt Costa to contribute songs that might bridge the gap between parent and child. Joined on the record by his band (Adam Topol, Merlo Podlewski, and Zack Gill), Jack duets with three of the other songwriters (Ben Harper, G. Love, and Matt Costa), and does a cover of the White Stripes' "We're Going to Be Friends." Parents who watched Schoolhouse Rock on Saturday mornings when they were children will recognize Jack's take on the classic "Three Is a Magic Number," reinterpreted with the 3 R's as a call to protect the environment and Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Sing-a-Longs and Lullabies feels like so much more than your standard soundtrack due to its unified creative vision. While the songs have a universal appeal, their themes speak to a child's experience (or in this case, a curious monkey's experience) of the world.

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Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars great soft songs for kids.......2007-08-06

I love this album. It's a great album, not just for kids, but for parents too. I hate having to listen to annoying kid songs and this album meets kids and parents in the middle. Also great for in the car when you're trying to get your kids to fall asleep in their car seat.

5 out of 5 stars Nice grooves, and the baby loves it........2007-08-03

I want to personally thank Jack Johnson. Not only did he pen the best kids soundtrack for parents, but my infant son stops crying and starts grooving every single time I play this CD. I should be piping this constantly through the entire house.

5 out of 5 stars Great!!!.......2007-07-18

If you like Jack Johnson, you will probably like this CD. I loved the movie Curious George also. The music is very relaxing and enjoyable. It is also a CD that's appropriate for all ages, given the obvious themes. The music is nice to listen to without thinking about the movie-its good in its own right.

5 out of 5 stars I love this CD.......2007-07-13

I love this CD! The songs are soothing and kid-friendly yet I enjoy them too. We bought it because it was "Curious George" (and my son is obsessed) but I am so glad that we did. Well worth the price! It's a very mellow, feel-good, happy, easy-on-the-ears, calming CD.

2 out of 5 stars Curious George CD.......2007-06-09

CD arrived in good shape but it is not at all what I thought it would be. This is not a sing-along CD. It seems to be misrepresenting itself with such a title. Not impressed or satisfied with this CD. It was reviewed to be something different. It's simply music by Jack Johnson which tends to be very slow.

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