It's always fascinating to read someone else's hit list and then compare it with your own. But when the compiler is British BBC radio presenter Charlie Gillett, there is not only the lure of an expert opinion, but curiosity about acts that have not yet found adherents across the pond. Basing his selections primarily on listener reaction, Gillett has created a reasonably objective time capsule of his year. Some of the bands, such as Senegal's Orchestre Baobab, Portuguese neo-fadista Mariza, and Kasse Mady from Mali, have made their mark in America. But others, such as Weird MC (UK/Nigeria,) Markschneider Kunst (Russia), and Eugenio Bennato (Italy), are less familiar. One reasonably consistent difference between the United Kingdom and the United States seems to be that American world music fanciers have a lower tolerance for pop fusion--after all, the Lambada was a joke in Peoria while it was still going big guns in Europe. --Christina Roden
World 2003,Various Artists,Narada,Int'l & World Music,Pop,V/A Compilations,World Beat Collections,World Music,Worldbeat
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1989-2003
Hedningarna Manufacturer: Northside Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00009KUA1 Release Date: 2003-06-03 |
Tracks:
- Tuuli
- Suet Ulvo
- Kruspolska
- Tina Vieri
- Chicago
- Ukkonen
- Dolkaren
- Vettoi
- Viktorin
- Navdilfasa
- Fulvalsen
- Vottikaalina
- Juopolle Joutunut
- Gorrlaus
- Hoglorfen
- Neidon Laulo
- Skane
- Bjornlaten
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Hedningarna ("Heathens") was and remains in the vanguard of the Nordic folk revival. Their sound incorporates droning fiddles, hurdy-gurdies, and plucked instruments of medieval vintage, plus Sami yoiks (an indigenous Scandinavian vocal style not unlike Native American chanting) and repetitive, alliterative Finnish folk verses sung by vehement, sharp-edged female voices. These are augmented by snare-led drum 'n' bass conceits, shimmering echoes of Philip Glass, demented electric guitar solos, and some of the most breathless, bouncy BPMs this side of a dangerously out-of-control pogo stick. The present compilation is derived from five recordings released over 14 years, during which the founding trio of Hallbus Totte Mattsson, Anders Norudde, and Björn Tollin was joined by a shifting roster of talented collaborators. A favorite with ravers at home and abroad, this Swedish/Finnish outfit adheres to a runic, fate-driven esthetic that is rendered incongruously catchy by a prevailing undercurrent of quiet wit and mordant humor. -- Christina RodenCustomer Reviews:
Nordic Roots with A Twist.......2004-04-30
And while the core trio of its original members are talented enough, what sends this band into even higher orbit is the one-two punch of its Finnish lead vocalists. You may not understand it but you can't help but be mesmerized by them.
My only complaint is that I am not a big fan of Joik singing (indigenous Finnish chanting style similar to Native American singing, provided here by guest vocalist Wimme), so the one or two tracks that feature it I skip. And why Mettsän Tytto wasn't included is beyond me -- this is one of the best tracks this band ever recorded.
These minor gripes aside, the disc as a whole is definitely an experience. A weird, angular, revelatory, time warp of an experience, but an experience nonetheless.
The equals of any big name in world music.......2003-11-25
The only advantage this 'best of' has over an album, is the 'amount' of tracks.It is no more or less accessible than any of their albums containing the female vocalists ('Tra', 'Karelia Visa', 'Kaksi').(I'd have included the songs 'Metan Tytto' and 'Vargtimmen' -two of their catchiest, in my view).Tho, the varying of their 'heavy/soft' pieces is moreso than an album.(Aswell as some good re-mixes to add extra diversity)But, overall I don't feel a 'best of' was purposeful.But if u are sure you'll only want 1 Hedning' cd, this (having more tracks) might aswell be your choice.A dazzlingly good cd.Aquired taste, tho.They are weird.
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La finestra di fronte (Facing Windows) (2003 film)
Andrea Guerra , Sezen Aksu , and Mina Manufacturer: Sony / Bmg Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000AEUJA Release Date: 2003-02-22 |
Tracks:
- Finestra Di Fronte
- Karsi Pencere - Sezen Aksu
- Pensiero Di Te
- Historia de un Amor - Guadalupe Pineda, Los Tres Ases
- Scelta
- Confronto [Vocal Version]
- Ma Che Freddo Fa
- Torte E I Ricordi
- Panchina Sul Prato
- Amore Perduto [Adagio][Version]
- Chihuahua - Mina
- Finestra Di Fronte [Epilogo]
- Una Lettera Mai Letta [Vocal Version]
- Sarki Smek Lazim - Sezen Aksu
- Confronto
- Amore Perduto
- Gocce Di Memoria - Giorgia
Album Description
Import exclusive soundtrack to multi-national romantic drama, originally issued in 2003 & just released on DVD in the U.S., features the score by Gianfilippo Corticelli & one track, 'Gocce Di Memoria', performed by Giorgia. 17 tracks.Customer Reviews:
the best album..........2005-04-13
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Brownstone the Musical (2003 Studio Cast)
Liz Callaway , Brian D'Arcy James , and Rebecca Luker Manufacturer: Original Cast Record ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000AYL3S Release Date: 2003-08-26 |
Tracks:
- Someone's Moving In
- Cellphone Song
- Fiction Writer
- There She Goes
- We Should Talk
- Camouflage
- Thanks a Lot/Neighbors Above, Neighbors Below
- Pretty City
- What Do People Do?
- Not Today
- You Still Don't Know
- Not Today Trio
- Babies on the Brain
- Almost There [Act I Finale]
- Don't Tell Me Everything
- One of Them
- Fiction Writer (Reprise)
- He Didn't Leave It Here
- It Isn't the End of the World
- Since You Stayed Here
- We Came Along Too Late
- Books
- It's a Funny Thing
- It Isn't the End of the World (Reprise)
- If It's Time to Go
- Almost There (Reprise)
Customer Reviews:
Pleasant Enough.......2007-02-19
Pure joy.......2005-03-08
As you can see, I'm a true Brian D'arcy James fan but each singer amazed me, really.
Buy this Cd if you want to hear a fantastic musical.
A Different Type of Musical.......2004-03-09
I would say that if you are looking for a musical CD to add to your collection that is a little different from what you're used to, BROWNSTONE is for you. And also, it features an amazing cast of seasoned veterans and new comers as well.
All in all, a nice CD.
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Take Me out to the Ball Game 2003
Nicotine Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B0000APV87 Release Date: 2003-09-22 |
Tracks:
- Take Me Out To The Ball Game 2003
- Long Distance
- Enjoy Punk Rock
- Oi Oi
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World 2003
Various Artists Manufacturer: Narada ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000AISLL Release Date: 2003-08-19 |
Tracks:
- La Vent - Noir Desir
- Che Il Mediterraneo Sia - Eugenio Bennato
- Naita - Ojos De Braujo
- Dojo Kun (Jamais Laisser Tomber) - Temple Of Sound
- Paris Dakar - Daara J
- Life - Big Men
- Come L'Aria - Banda Ionica
- Palava - Weird M.C.
- Kahpe Kader - Sezen Aksu
- Go - Dusminguet
- Mondo Bongo - Joe Strummer
- Mozambique - Galliano Portal
- Nera Sacha Si Pyar - Naseebo Lal
- Inombolo Yocingo - Rebecca Malope
- Mali Chougul Bil Soug - Ilham Al Madfai
- O Silencio Da Guitarra - Mariza
- Youm Wara Youm - Cheb Mami
Tracks:
- Moryak - Markscheider Kunst
- Across The Wire - Calexico
- Take Care - Nyota Ndogo
- Yol Bolsin - Sevara Nazarkhan
- Haliko Chijende (Let's Walk) - Michael Brook
- Makovienka (Poppy Girl) - Sui Vesan
- Horses - The Be Good Tanyas
- Fria Claridade - Lula Pena
- Eh Ya Ye - Kasse Mady Diabate
- La Iguana - Lila Downs
- Nha Mame - Manecas Costa
- Mambore Tradgardsvalsen - Solo
- It's A Man's Man's Man's World - Sekouba Bambino
- El Manisero - Pepesito Reyes
- Gnawoe - Orchestra Baobab
- Falando Alto - Wagner Pa
- En Algun Lugar - Amparanoia
- Por El Suelo - Manu Chao's Radio Bemba
Amazon.com
It's always fascinating to read someone else's hit list and then compare it with your own. But when the compiler is British BBC radio presenter Charlie Gillett, there is not only the lure of an expert opinion, but curiosity about acts that have not yet found adherents across the pond. Basing his selections primarily on listener reaction, Gillett has created a reasonably objective time capsule of his year. Some of the bands, such as Senegal's Orchestre Baobab, Portuguese neo-fadista Mariza, and Kasse Mady from Mali, have made their mark in America. But others, such as Weird MC (UK/Nigeria,) Markschneider Kunst (Russia), and Eugenio Bennato (Italy), are less familiar. One reasonably consistent difference between the United Kingdom and the United States seems to be that American world music fanciers have a lower tolerance for pop fusion--after all, the Lambada was a joke in Peoria while it was still going big guns in Europe. --Christina RodenCustomer Reviews:
Compilations are hit and miss..........2004-11-30
best world compilation i've heard!.......2004-02-27
Good, but not Great.......2003-12-23
Awesome CD with lots of great songs.......2003-12-22
Buy it for your half-dozen favorites.......2003-12-04
J'adore absolument Rebecca Malope, l'Orchestre Baobab, et Samira Sa'id. Shukran yaa Charlie, for your part in making this wonderful music available at such a bargain price.
All the songs are well-produced (not a given, in my experience),
and all the artists technically proficient. So whether the individual listener likes a particular song is gonna be a personal thing.
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Amanti Eroi (Sanremo 2003)
Daniele Stefani Manufacturer: Sbme Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00008W2OE Release Date: 2003-04-08 |
Tracks:
- Chiaraluna
- Senso Per Amare
- Muoviti
- Uno Straccio Di Emozione
- Giorno d'Amore
- Virtuale Complice
- Minuto...Una Notte
- Clara
- Senza Parole
- Amanti Eroi
- Non So
- Week-End da Favola
- Regista Scomodo
- Una Lacrima
- Giorno d'Amore [Multimedia Track]
- Uno Straccio Di Emozione [Multimedia Track]
Customer Reviews:
Straccio is the word.......2005-02-10
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1985-2003 Je joue de la guitare
Jean Leloup Manufacturer: Audiogram Canada ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000BVZ50I Release Date: 2007-01-08 |
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Eurovision Song Contest: Riga 2003
Various Artists Manufacturer: EMI Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00009EJIS Release Date: 2003-05-26 |
Tracks:
- Open Your Heart - Birgitta
- Weil Der Mensch Zahit - Alf Poier
- We've Got The World Tonight - Mickey Harte
- Everyway That I Can - Sertab Erener
- To Dream Again - Lynn
- Could It Be - Mija Martina Barbaric
- Deixa-Me Sonhar... - Rita Guerra
- Vise Nisam Tvoja - Claudia Beni
- Feeling Alive - Stelios Constantas
- Let's Get Happy - Lou
- Ne Ver'. Ne Bojsia - T.A.T.U.
- Dime - Beth
- Words For Love - Lior Narkis
- One More Night - Esther Hart
- Cry Baby - Jemini
- Hasta La Vista - Olexandr Ponomaryov
- Never Let You Go - Mando
- I'm Not Affraid To Move On - Jostein Hasselgard
- Monts Et Merveilles - Louisa
- Keine Grenzen - Zadnych Granic - Ich Troje
- Hello From Mars - F.L.Y.
- Sanomi - Urban Trad
- Eighties Coming Back - Ruffus
- Don't Break My Heart - Nicola
- Give Me Your Love - Fame
- Nanana - Karmen Stavec
Album Description
Full title - Eurovision Song Contest 2003 - Riga. The 48th Eurovision Song Contest took place at the impressive Skonto Hall in Riga, Latvia. The official 2003 collection features all 26 entries in the order they were performed on the big night. Included are Jemini, the 'nil pointing' UK entry, plus Russian pop sensations TATU, as well as the surprise winner Sertab Erener from Turkey with 'Every Way That I Can'. EMI.Customer Reviews:
For fans only!.......2004-07-11
You know what you are getting.......2003-07-17
It does, however, include the track "Ne ver ne boisja" by t.A.T.u, which is not available anywhere else, and so this CD might be a worth-while investment if you're a die-hard t.A.T.u. fan.
Beautiful show.......2003-07-14
I am from the country where this Eurovision contest took place, from Latvia. I was really surprised aaabout the beautiful song of Norway which had to win this year. I liked also Belgium song which reminded me Enigma and of course our latvian song "Hallo From Mars". It was extreemely good. I did not like the turkish song and I can not understand its 1-st place. Also russian Tatu song was of low quality. These girls have no voices but only big ambitions.
It is pity we can not see the beautiful show of this 2003 competition in CD.
Europe is living a celebration indeed..........2003-06-15
Indeed , song-entries by Britain , Sweden , Croatia , Germany , Slovenia , Cyprus and Latvia were all lively perfomed by various different artists dressed up in colourfull outfits yet on final analysis lacked decent hooks and any form of personallity . The songs which do stand out are ofcourse Turkey's powerfull and original " Everyway that i can " , Estonia's healthy britpop song " 80's coming back " and the sensual french ballad . Tatu's song is certaintly another plus of th cd . It's exactly the kind of song Eurovision needs in order to move on and reveal a more modern face . Austria's song is more of a joke than a proper melody while Belgium's entry is a welcome ethnic addition to the contest but not really anything special if you compare it to any track of a Dead Can Dance cd .
Eurovision though manages to gather for one night all europe countries together and all european families in front of the t.v . Maybe it's true that the songs work more as memories connected with that night in Riga rather than stand out as music propositions of their own yet that doesn't mean that many of them don't have the soul and the right elements to top the charts and be deeply loved by people all around the world . In the spirit of the contest i give 1 point to Malta , 2 points to Greece , 3 points to the Netherlands , 4 points to Spain , 5 points to Norway , 6 points to Portugal , 7 points to Russia , 8 points to Estonia , 10 points to France and 12 points to Turkey .
Europe comes together in Riga Latvia for the 2003 Grand Prix.......2003-06-07
My favourites of this collection are probably Estonia, with the song "Eighties Coming Back" by Ruffus (formerly Claire's Birthday) and Norway's "I'm Not Afraid to Move On" by Jostein Hasselgard. Belgium's entry - "Sanomi" by the group Urban Trad is a cool mixture of traditional and modern musical types with lyrics made up of an invented (or nonsense, however you look at it) language. Poland with "Keine Grenzen - Zadnych Granic" had one of the few non-love songs, this being one of idealism, sung in three languages, none of which were English (Polish, German, and Russian.) t.A.T.u. made their appearance, and came in a respectable third, even with them opting to sing in Russian. I can't say that their song was brilliant, but it wasn't terrible, and it probably had the best performance of the lot.
On the other side of the spectrum, the group representing the United Kingdom, Jemini, with "Cry Baby" is probably the weakest song of the group. This was an opinion that I think many others had, as the UK was the only competitor who finished the contest not having earned a single point. (They can't even blame that on Britain's recent politics.) Ukraine's Olexander Ponomaryov's "Hasta La Vista" can get annoying really fast, as it goes from melodramatic to fast pop, with the oh-so-catchy refrain of "Hasta La Vista baby, baby bye bye" repeating over and over. Austria's entry, Alf Poier's "Weil der Mensch Zaehlt" is said to be somewhat of an offbeat hit in Austria, but having heard it (even understanding German, but he's singing in a dialect) I still don't get it. Latvia's "Hello From Mars" performed by F.L.Y. left me wondering if I understand (continental) European English at all.
In the middle were a lot of fairly good stuff. Turkey's entry "Everyway That I Can" by Sertab Erener ended up winning the competition. Nicola's "Don't Break My Heart" may have a fairly weak line that it's resting on, but besides that, it's got an interesting sound. And for some cuteness, Karmen Stavec's "Nanana", the entry for Slovenia, is a great ender for the album, being a kind of bubble-gum tune that gets caught in one's head without doing too much damage.
I was glad, too, for the non-English songs, though they were in the minority.
Americans often look at the Eurovision song contest with disdain, considering it a great celebration of mediocre Europop. The Grand Prix is a fairly big deal over in Europe though, and it is nice to see the countries of Europe coming together and competing through the medium of music.
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The Forgotten Conquest
Thom Jayne and the Nomads Manufacturer: Zamas K ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000062VW8 Release Date: 2002-02-01 |
Tracks:
- Moroccan Blues
- The Forgotten Conquest
- Saharan Caravan
- Trail of Tears
- The Magician
- A Moment in Time
- Coronado's Dream
- A Night in Addis
- View from a Hammock
- Convergence (Saharan Reprise)
Album Description
AWARD WINNER IN THE 1998 JOHN LENNON SONGWRITERS CONTEST -- World Music CategoryReviewers call this one the "Pick of 2002," "fresh and energetic," and "Sticks in your soul." Vivid and picturesque songs featuring Jayne's blend of rock and flamenco guitars and digeridoo, and guest artists on horns, violin, bass, keyboards, percussion and drums.
Customer Reviews:
WOW -- I've been looking for music like this!.......2002-04-15
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Un Segundo Una Vida
Romero Manufacturer: 333 Entertainment ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000DBJDI Release Date: 2003-02-25 |
Tracks:
- Luna de Plata
- Veneno
- Segundo Una Vida
- Alma
- Sarabanda
- Otro Atardecer
- Vida Nueva
- Calle del Olvido
- Detras del Velo
- Puerto Esperanza
- D Requiem
Rock Music:
- Yenisei Punk [Original recording remastered]
- 10: Beasts, Ghosts, and Dancing with History [Enhanced]
- 16 Mm [Import]
- 24 Grandes Exitos [Import]
- 7 Hundred Years of Music in Tibet: Mantras & Chants of the Dalai Lama
- A Portrait
- African Sun
- Afro-Peruvian Classics: The Soul of Black Peru
- Aki Special
- Apocalypse Now Sessions
Recommended Music:
Privilege: Ibiza 2003 [Import]
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6; Egmont Overture
Apprenez Les Danses Bretonnes V.2: Terroir Bas-Vannetais [Import]
Absolutely the Best of the British Invasion