Stop, Look and Listen [Import]

Track Listings
1. I Will Survive
2. Stop Your Dancing
3. Stop, Look and Listen
4. Take My Word for It Baby
5. When It Comes to You
6. Number One Contender
7. Lover
8. Pump Your Booty
9. Ain't Gonna Be No Next Time
10. Roller Derby Dancer
11. Finishing Touch
12. Every Beat of My Heart
13. Listen to the Sound of Love

Stop, Look and Listen,Soul Generation,Japanese Import,Pop,R&B,Soul,Soul/R & B


Stop, Look and Listen [Import]

Stop, Look and Listen [Import]
The Michael Feinstein Anthology
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Mixed feelings
  • Your love for this superb collection will be here to stay...
  • He's done it again
  • Absolutely 'S WONDERFUL!
  • A beautiful 2 disc CD-another hit for Michael
The Michael Feinstein Anthology

Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000065DVH
Release Date: 2002-05-21

Tracks:

  1. Nice Work If You Can Get It
  2. Isn't It Romantic
  3. Swinging On A Star
  4. Ask Me Again
  5. Rhode Island Is Famous For You
  6. 'S Wonderful
  7. Wonder Why
  8. Too Marvelous For Words
  9. Where Do You Start
  10. Theme From The Bad And The Beautiful
  11. Easy To Love
  12. Alexander's Ragtime Band
  13. Who Are You Now?
  14. You're An Education
  15. You Are There
  16. Sophisticated Swing
  17. Love Can Change The Stars
  18. Come Out, Come Out Wherever You Are
  19. Half Of April (Most Of May)
  20. Marianne
  21. They Can't Take That Away From Me
  22. I Love A Piano

Tracks:

  1. That's Entertainment
  2. My Favorite Year
  3. Ten Feet Off The Ground (With Rosemary Clooney)
  4. I Never Felt Better
  5. Someone To Watch Over Me
  6. Kiss Her Now
  7. The Ugly Bug Ball
  8. For You, For Me, Forever More
  9. The Mole People
  10. And So To Bed
  11. You're All The World To Me
  12. Old Friend
  13. Isn't It A Pity (with Rosemary Clooney)
  14. Pattisserie
  15. Open Your Eyes
  16. For Love Alone
  17. I Won't Send Roses/Time Heals Everything
  18. Get Out And Get Under The Moon (with Page Cavanaugh)
  19. My Romance
  20. Love Is Here To Stay
  21. Violin (with Liza Minnelli)

Amazon.com

The line between evangelist and entertainer has always been somewhat indistinct. But as showcased on this 43-track, double-disc collection culled from his '87-'96 recordings for Elektra/Nonesuch/Atlantic, Michael Feinstein's dedication to spreading the gospel of the American song often blurs it beyond recognition. While the singer's pedigree for the task is impeccable (a long-term stint as Ira Gershwin's assistant and early career sponsorship by Liza Minnelli), his interpretations often succeed by playing off a tense axis of fervent emotionalism and a joyous sense of irreverence.

If his readings of romantic standards can sometimes tend toward the precious, they're often balanced here by sheer dramatic power and telling insights ("Isn't It Romantic" fairly bristles with ironic chauvinism) and a few loopy curves ("The Mole People," the Sherman Brothers' "The Ugly Bug Ball," and the previously unreleased "Rhode Island Is Famous for You"). Feinstein's dedicated song archaeology is also showcased on several gems: "Violin," a duet with Liza Minnelli; "My Favorite Year," a rejected ballad for the film of that name; the sublime "lost" Gershwin classic "Ask Me Again."

Sprinkled with live performances (the forum where Feinstein's talents seem most energized) and studio outtakes and featuring a lengthy print interview with the singer, the set chronicles both the pioneering efforts of one of pop music's most successful revivalists and, crucially, the cream of his beloved American songwriters, from stalwarts Gershwin, Berlin, and Porter to later legends like Herman, Styne, Lane, Martin, and Mercer. --Jerry McCulley

Album Description

The definitive collection of performances by the Grammy nominated singer features 43 tracks from 14 albums released by Elektra, Elektra Nonesuch, and Atlantic labels from 1987-1996. Plus 8 previously unreleased live tracks only available here 'Rhode Island is Famous For You', 'S Wonderful', 'Alexander's Ragtime Band', 'I Love A Piano', 'Patisserie', 'Get Out And Get Under The Moon' (with Page Cavanaugh), 'Love Is Here To Stay' & 'Violin' (with Liza Minnelli). 2 Digipacks housed in a slipcase with a booklet. Rhino Records. 2002.

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Mixed feelings.......2005-10-05

This album has some GREAT songs on it; sophisticated swing being one of my favorites. However many of the other songs are too operatic and lame. I give three stars but this album is definatly worth it just for some of the better songs.

5 out of 5 stars Your love for this superb collection will be here to stay..........2002-07-18

The magnificently talented Michael Feinstein has made one wonderful album after another for nearly two decades. Now that Elektra and Rhino have put together this anthology, I am blown away by the versatility and diversity in Feinstein's recorded output. Such amazing rare gems, combined with the most beloved favorites in the history of American Popular Song. Assembled with wit, intelligence, and obvious affection on the part of the record company, this set is a keeper. You'll love it!

5 out of 5 stars He's done it again.......2002-07-15

Is there anything this man can't sing? This collection is so varied as to be the definitive collection of songs for any occassion.

This is perfect background music for a dinner party for a whole group but especially for two. Light, romantic and just gorgeous. You just can't go wrong when Michael Feinstein is your musical choice.

Way to go Michael, you've done it again!

5 out of 5 stars Absolutely 'S WONDERFUL!.......2002-06-10

There are very few contemporary performers who can hold their own with the truly great interpreters of American popular song. Michael Feinstein is truly the ONLY performer of the "younger" generation who really understands what these songs are all about. His incredible knowledge of this music, and his enthusiasm and passion for it have fueled his career. Rhino Records has done a truly outstanding job of putting together an anthology that exemplifies why Mr. Feinstein has become so beloved by audiences around the world. The packaging is excellent, and filled with interesting photos and background information about many of the selections.

This collection not only contains all the favorites one would expect, but a neat group of surprises too. I especially love the duets with people like Liza Minnelli and Rosemary Clooney, and the various collaborative efforts with songwriters like Jule Styne and Burton Lane accompanying Michael at the piano.

This collection is a classic to be treasured. Bravo Michael!
Bravo Rhino!

5 out of 5 stars A beautiful 2 disc CD-another hit for Michael.......2002-06-09

I have every CD Michael has ever made and this is by far one of the best ones because of Michael's range in singing and his wonderful singing voice. I love his duets with Rosemary Clooney and Liza Minelli. He is a wonderful performer on this double CD and am looking foward to the next CD.
Victor Herbert: The American Girl
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Beautiful Victor Herbert
  • Beautiful Victor Herbert
  • Beautiful Victor Herbert
Victor Herbert: The American Girl

Manufacturer: Arabesque Recordings
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000000T6L
Release Date: 1992-10-26

Tracks:

  1. The American Girl Two-Step
  2. The Princess Pat (Sels)
  3. The Dream Girl (Sels)
  4. Natoma (Sels)
  5. A Kiss In The Dark from Orange Blossoms
  6. A Love Sonnet
  7. Inauguration March

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Victor Herbert.......1999-05-19

This recording (Arabesque Z6561) is one of three CD recordings of Victor Herbert's music by Don Hunsberger and the Eastman School of music produced in the early 1980's. (The others are Arabesque Z6529 and Z6547) All are superbly recorded using the original orchestra arrangements from a composer who was gifted in the art of orchestration. We get a sampling of marches, selections from operettas, humor songs, and a selection from his opera Natoma. Teresa Ringholt sings with the orchestra on a few songs and her sweet soprano voice is perfect for the part. We need more of Victor Herbert's beautiful music to be discovered and performed in the way Herbert intended it to be performed. The authenic Victor Herbert may be the next discovery in the same way the authenic Scott Joplin has been discovered by the public.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Victor Herbert.......1999-05-19

This (Arabesque Z6561) is one of three CD recordings of Victor Herbert's music by Don Hunsberger and the Eastman School of music produced in the early 1980's. (The others are Arabesque Z6529 and Z6547) All are superbly recorded using the original orchestra arrangements from a composer who was gifted in the art of orchestration. We get a sampling of marches, selections from operettas, humor songs, and a selection from his opera Natoma. Teresa Ringholt sings with the orchestra on a few songs and her sweet soprano voice is perfect for the part. We need more of Victor Herbert's beautiful music to be discoivered and performed in the way Herbert intended it to be performed. The authenic Victor Herbert may be the next discovery in the same way the authenic Scott Joplin has been discovered by the public.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Victor Herbert.......1999-05-19

This (Arabesque Z6561) is one of three CD recordings of Victor Herbert's music by Don Hunsberger and the Eastman School of music produced in the early 1980's. (The others are Arabesque Z6529 and Z6547) All are superbly recorded using the original orchestra arrangements from a composer who was gifted in the art of orchestration. We get a sampling of marches, selections from operettas, humor songs, and a selection from his opera Natoma. Teresa Ringholt sings with the orchestra on a few songs and her sweet soprano voice is perfect for the part. We need more of Victor Herbert's beautiful music to be discoivered and performed in the way Herbert intended it to be performed. The authenic Victor Herbert may be the next discovery in the same way the authenic Scott Joplin has been discovered by the public.
Ultimate Irving Berlin, Vol. 1
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    Ultimate Irving Berlin, Vol. 1
    Irving Berlin
    Manufacturer: Pearl
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    ASIN: B00005RKQR
    Release Date: 2002-02-26

    Tracks:

    1. The Jolly Bachelors: That Beautiful Rag
    2. Ziegfeld Follies Of 1911: Woodman, Spare That Tree
    3. Everybody's Doing It: Everybody's Doing It Now
    4. Hullo Ragtime: Hitchy Koo
    5. Hullo Ragtime: Snooky Ookums
    6. Hullo Ragtime: Alexander's Ragtime Band
    7. Watch Your Step: I've Gotta Go Back To Texas
    8. Watch Your Step: Settle Down In A One-Horse Town
    9. Watch Your Step: The Syncopated Walk
    10. Watch Your Step: My Bird Of Paradise
    11. Watch Your Step: Show Us How To Do The Fox Trot
    12. Watch Your Step: The Simple Melody
    13. Watch Your Step: The Always Follow Me Around
    14. Watch Your Step: Discoveries
    15. Watch Your Step: The Minstrel Parade
    16. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): Beautiful Honolulu
    17. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): England Every Time For Me
    18. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): Teach Me To Love
    19. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): I Love To Dance
    20. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): The Girl On The Magazine
    21. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): I Love A Piano
    22. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): Until I Fell In Love With You
    23. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): Father Wanted Me To Learn A Trade
    24. Stop! Look! Listen! (Follow The Crowd): Take Off A Little Bit
    Stop Look & Listen: 1936-1939
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      Stop Look & Listen: 1936-1939
      Tommy Dorsey
      Manufacturer: RCA
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00000IPY5
      Release Date: 1999-05-18

      Tracks:

      1. That's A Plenty
      2. After You're Gone
      3. Maple Leaf Rag
      4. Keepin' Out Of Mischief Now
      5. Mister Ghost Goes To Town
      6. The Goona Goo
      7. Who'll Buy My Violets
      8. Melody In F
      9. Song Of India
      10. Marie
      11. Lieberstraum
      12. Mendelssohn's Spring Song
      13. Dark Eyes
      14. Jammin'
      15. Stop, Look & Listen
      16. Beale Street Blues
      17. That Stolen Melody
      18. I May Be Wrong (But I Think You're Wonderful)
      19. Little White Lies
      20. Milenberg Joys, Part I
      21. Milenberg Joys, Part II
      Kaleidoscope
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        Kaleidoscope

        Manufacturer: Carmen
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        ASIN: B0006B97LQ
        Release Date: 2004-11-30

        Tracks:

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        2. Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)
        3. The Joint Is Really Jumpin' In Carnegie Hall
        4. Ol' Man River
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        Great Operatic Arias
        Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
        • A good collection
        • A Musician of Great Dignity and Style
        • Passed the "Opera in English" test with flying colors.
        Great Operatic Arias

        Manufacturer: Chandos
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        ASIN: B0006SGF1Y
        Release Date: 2005-02-22

        Tracks:

        1. 'Even Bravest Heart My Swell'
        2. 'I Am The Barber Everyone Wants, I Am!
        3. 'Must I Be Made To Suffer'
        4. 'Look Down, Oh Gentle Evening Star'
        5. 'You Have My Love And My Devotion
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        13. 'I Wonder What He'll Think Of Me!'
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        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars A good collection.......2007-05-14

        Unlike the huge names, collections by Allen are not many - plenty of his opera performances are recorded, but there are only a few collections. My voice teacher recommended I listen to him to understand better how to deliver power without weight, something we've been working on. Yes, it's all in English, but that's fine, and the quality of Allen's instrument comes through very well.

        5 out of 5 stars A Musician of Great Dignity and Style.......2005-07-27

        Sir Thomas Allen is one of the enduring baritones who has been able to move throughout the operatic repertoire and the recital stage with intelligence, informed characterization, and immaculate musicianship. To have a recording of some of the roles he has inhabited at this point in his career is a gift (this CD was recorded in 2003). To have the added challenge of retaining the stature of the roles while sung in English translations at the request of Chandos is a credit to his abilities and communicative powers.

        English is a difficult language to make musical, though saying that abruptly is countered by the fact that some of the most beautiful operas in history are by Benjamin Britten, a composer who truly understood his native tongue and kept it as fluid as the soaring melodies he wrote, as Thomas Allen proves here in 'Billy in the Darbies' from Britten's 'Billy Budd'. It is the other major arias from Korngold to Wagner to Tchaikovsky to Rossini, Bizet, Mozart, Gounod, Verdi, Thomas, Strauss, and Lehar that Allen proves that English translations do not detract at all from the performances!

        For those purists who prefer opera sung in the original language (and for those who don't even need supertitles in the opera house!), then this recording may provide a temporary barrier to respecting Allen's singing. But once caught up in the ease with which he moves from style to style and comedy to drama, it is hard not to relinquish old preferences and not be wholly impressed with the beauty of the voice and the warmth and dignity of this fine musician. Highly recommended. Grady Harp, July 05

        5 out of 5 stars Passed the "Opera in English" test with flying colors........2005-07-04

        For me, the test here was Figaro's Cavatina, from Rossini's Barber of Seville - sung in English, as is this entire compilation of 14 operatic favorites, sung by baritone Sir Thomas Allen. Could he pull it off? Could Chandos pull it off? The answer is an unequivocal, unqualified yes! The secret in singing classics in English, that were written and scored in another language, is in three things: pacing, vocal agility and appreciation for "fit", and what greater test for tongue and timing than Figaro? When you listen to this one song, you will understand why Chandos and its benefactor, Sir Peter Moores have such a passion for their Opera in English series. Sir Allen's voice is a matured unmistakably settled baritone voice that contains a lifetime's worth of understanding of the music and words he imparts through his magnificent delivery. For example, when he sings, Tchaikovsky's "You have my love and devotion" from The Queen of Spades, he delivers a smooth and deeply emotional rendition that lacks nothing in translation. Wagner's "Turning my gaze upon this proud assembly", from Tannhäuser is another example of how fine, full orchestration behind a seasoned voice that waxes eloquent with every phrase, can create a mood of relaxed familiarity with word and music, that may be lacking when sung in another tongue. Great Operatic Arias, serves up a smorgasbord of tunes that are familiar, made more so by the care and attention given to creating a place for the Opera in English series in every home library. The mood here is romantic, relaxed and with few exceptions consistent throughout. If you haven't heard Opera in English, this might be a good way to start, given the fact that the listener gets to sample how different composers might sound in other than German, Italian or French. You might be surprised to discover that when done with care, as is obviously the case here, the sound is about as good as it gets. As an added bonus, the booklet that comes with the CD is full of pictures, libretto in English, and biography that gives us a good insight into history of the singer and his identifying rolls.
        Stop Look & Listen: The Less Familiar Dorsey
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          Stop Look & Listen: The Less Familiar Dorsey
          Jimmy Dorsey
          Manufacturer: Jasmine Music
          ProductGroup: Music
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          ASIN: B00006H683
          Release Date: 2004-04-05

          Tracks:

          1. Dorsey Stomp
          2. Stop Look & Listen
          3. Shoot The Meatballs To Me Dominick Boy
          4. Serenade To Nobody In Particular
          5. Cowboy From Brooklyn
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          Keep On Smiling: Songs By Irving Berlin, 1915 - 1918
          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
          • Great for home and classroom
          Keep On Smiling: Songs By Irving Berlin, 1915 - 1918
          Benjamin Sears , and Bradford Connor
          Manufacturer: Original Cast Record
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          ASIN: B000004CRG
          Release Date: 1996-09-17

          Tracks:

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          5. Cohen Owes Me Ninety Seven Dollars
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          9. The Eyes Of Youth See The Truth
          10. The Sterling Silver Moon
          11. While The Band Played An American Rag
          12. The Voice Of Belgium
          13. The Devil Has Bought Up All The Coal
          14. They Were All Out Of Step But Jim
          15. Smile And Show Your Dimple
          16. Dream On Little Soldier Boy
          17. When I Get Back To The U.S.A.
          18. I'm Gonna Pin My Medal On The Girl I Left Behind
          19. Yip-Yip-Yaphank Medley: Oh, How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning/Kitchen Police (Poor Little Me)...
          20. We're On Our Way To France

          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars Great for home and classroom.......1999-03-21

          No other composer so closely kept his fingers on the pulse of American thinking and gave the country so much of what it thought it wanted. "Yiddle on Your Fiddle" tells us more of the second-generation immigrants' desire to become Americanized than all the history and sociology books can ever do. So it is a double pleasure to announce the appearance of "Come on and Hear!: Early Songs by Irving Berlin, 1909-1915" and "Keep on Smiling: Songs by Irving Berlin, 1915-1918," two fantastic CDs or tapes on Oaktown label and released through a friendly little Connecticut company calling itself Original Cast Records. Between the two sets, you have 41 tracks of the Berlin output from "Everybody's Doing It Now" to "We're on Our Way to France." The soloist is Benjamin Sears, who with pianist Bradford Conner has something of a reputation around the Boston area. Now some of this material is duplicated by the more widely known Joan Morrison on two RCA Victor releases, possibly out of print by now; and like those discs could use another voice now and then. (Conner does join in where a duet is called for, but my point remains.) Sears is a capable if not an outstanding baritone, who does justice to these historic expressions of Americana. So not only do I recommend both of these sets for their enjoyment value, but I wish to continue to point out to Social Studies teachers how valuable sets like this would be to classes who have no concept of how people really felt (as opposed to what they merely said and did) "way back when." And I might even stick out my neck so far as to offer to come to any school (in reasonable distance of where I live) to give a sample lesson on how these sets can be used.
          Come on and Hear
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            Come on and Hear

            Manufacturer: Original Cast Record
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Pop | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
            Traditional PopTraditional Pop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
            Tin Pan AlleyTin Pan Alley | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music
            Traditional Vocal PopTraditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music
            GeneralGeneral | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
            Traditional & Vocal PopTraditional & Vocal Pop | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
            ASIN: B00004RD4V
            Release Date: 2000-01-01

            Tracks:

            1. Everybody's Doing It Now
            2. That's How I Love You
            3. When The Midnight Choo-Choo Leaves For Alabam'
            4. Move Over
            5. Simple Melody
            6. At The Devil's Ball (First Version)
            7. At The Devil's Ball (Final Version)
            8. The Girl On The Magazine Cover
            9. Alexander's Ragtime Band
            10. When It Rains, Sweetheart, When It Rains
            11. Settle Down In A One Horse Town
            12. Ragtime Violin/That Mysterious Rag/The International Rag
            13. If All The Girls I Knew Were Like You
            14. Stop! Look! Listen!
            15. I Want To Go Back To Michigan (Down On The Farm)
            16. That Mesmerizing Mendelssohn Tune
            17. Ragtime Soldier Man
            18. The Apple Tree And The Bumble Bee
            19. Spring And Fall
            20. I Love A Piano
            21. They've Got Me Doing It Now
            Stop Look & Listen - Playing Favorites: Lifesongs
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              Stop Look & Listen - Playing Favorites: Lifesongs
              Jana Stanfield
              Manufacturer: Relatively Famous Records
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              GeneralGeneral | Folk | Styles | Music
              ASIN: B000NXPUGI

              Product Description

              Double CD //Jana Stanfield "Stop Look & Listen" "Playing Favorites: Lifesongs" //CD 1: 1. Forever Young 2. Secret O'Life 3. Turning My Stumbling Blocks To Stepping Stones 4. Too Old To Die Young 5. Home On The Range 6. You've Got A Friend 7. The Rose 8. Ya Gotta Be 9. Lean On Me 10. Angels Among Us CD 2: 1. If You'll Just Listen To Me 2. A Few Good Men 3. Love Lines 4. Stop, Look & Listen 5. Wake Up & Dream 6. If I had Only Known 7. Ready to Use the Gifts I've Been Given 8. This is My Song 9. We've Started a Conversation 10. This Little Light

              R&B Music:

              1. Story Now Told
              2. Sweet Soul Classics [Import]
              3. Take A Ride
              4. Teddy Pendergrass/Life Is a Song Worth Singing [Import]
              5. The Four Tops - Greatest Hits [Import]
              6. The Game
              7. The Hits Collection [Import]
              8. Together We Are One
              9. Top of the Pops 1999, Vol. 2 [Import]
              10. Ultimate Collection [Live]

              R&B Music

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