Inspiration

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Average customer rating: None The Inspiration 4.5/5.00 Good for what it is! GREAT PRODUCTION....NO NEW CONCEPTS Real Recognize Real

The Inspiration Young Jeezy Manufacturer: Def Jam ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Southern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Hip Hop Is Dead Doctor's Advocate Bred 2 Die Born 2 Live Kingdom Come Konvicted ASIN: B000IFRQMW Release Date: 2006-12-12

Tracks:

1. Hypnotize
2. Still On It
3. U Know What It Is
4. J.E.E.Z.Y.
5. I Luv It
6. Go Getta
7. 3 A.M.
8. The Realist
9. Streets On Lock
10. Bury Me A G
11. Dreamin'
12. What You Talkin' Bout
13. Keep It Gangsta
14. Mr. 17.5
15. I Got Money
16. The Inspiration (Follow Me)

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Wander through the coke-lined lyrics of Young Jeezy's Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101 and now The Inspiration, its keep-it-entirely-real follow-up, and you may never look at a snowman or a box of baking soda the same way again. But what you lose in the way of crack-trade innocence you gain in a clear picture of why few rappers in the game get Jeeps to rattling as reliably: Jeezy--never mind the hopped-up hustler bluster--is a hugely magnetic figure, a ghetto go-getter capable not only of laying down the kind of loosey-goosey lyrics that make you want to clap him on the back for untangling street-wiseness from seriousness but of inspiring some kind of out-there superhero comic book series, too. Other rappers drip on the ATL drawl, but none as winningly (check the Timbaland-produced "3 A.M."). And other rappers spit trademark phrases a la James Brown's "Good God!," but few as adroitly (Jeezy's "ha ha" sticks). Friends help--something divine issues from the pipes of Keyshia Cole on "Dreamin,'" and DJ Toomp puts the T.I. treatment on "I Luv It"--but at the end of a long day of trappin' and playin' this is Jeezy's party. --Tammy La Gorce

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No matter what is being supplied, a hustler is only as good as his word. With Atlanta serving up some of the hottest product in the rap game, native son Young Jeezy stands as one of the most exciting merchants of cool to emerge in years. The Inspiration is the newest album by this Def Jam rapper, featuring singles such as "I Luv It" and "Child of God."

Customer Reviews:

None.......2007-05-12

I purchased this for my teenager who seems to love it. I have not listened to it.

The Inspiration.......2007-05-08

Jeezy came hard with his sophomore album. A little bit better than let's get it, but both the albums go hard. The hard cut on here include bury me a g, dreamin, i love it, streets on lock, 3am, the inspiration, hypnotize, and jeezy. Cop it if you like trap music and good southern music. PEACE

4.5/5.00 Good for what it is!.......2007-04-27

I dont see why so many people dislike Jeezy. Either these people already hate Jeezy and his personality and/or these people like referring to themselves as "real hip hop fans." Well, I'm just a fan of music in general and I have to say that this album is pretty good, being what it is. Jeezy's whole shtick is rapping bout drugs and 'street life' with a swagger, and thats exactly what he does on the album. Although Jeezy's lyrics aren't that creative, at least he delivers them with style. At least Jeezy aint like MIMS or Chingy, whose songs get annoying within the first 10 seconds of listening. Also, the beats on the album are high quality and catchy, which combined with his okay lyrics make the CD above average. I recommend this album for people who likes uptempo beats and aren't too anal about lyrics. [PS, I didnt listen to Jeezy's previous album]

GREAT PRODUCTION....NO NEW CONCEPTS.......2007-04-02

I love jeezy's swagg, delivery, & beats, but for some reason this album will become annoying after continuously listening to him rap. Maybe it's just me.

Real Recognize Real.......2007-03-30

Jeezy's been recognized as a representative of real hip hop after his debut album. This album solidifies it.

You will only hear of maybe two tracks through MTV or radio - but honestly the whole album is dope. Jeezy's flow over sick beats is a match made in heaven - and shouldn't be confused with any kind of one-hit wonder or short lived rap.

having said that, my favorite tracks are;

"U Know What It Is"
"Still On It"
"I Luv It"
"I Got Money" (featuring T.I.)

not many guest features on here - taking it back to the old school. T.I. and R. Kelly make appearances - and the copy I picked up at Best Buy has two exclusive tracks, featuring Three 6 Mafia.

This album has the feeling of a raw mixtape style release - not hyed much by any labels or promotion as far as I remember, I didn't know it was coming out until a week before it's release. The production is tight, and as he has consistently done; Jeezy delivers. Go buy this album!

Average customer rating: Songs of Inspiration -- Alabama horsemomwv alabama songs of inspiration Alabama Gospel I like it a lot

Songs of Inspiration Alabama Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Country Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Country | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Songs of Inspiration, Vol. 2 Precious Memories Three Wooden Crosses Like Red on a Rose Cash: Ultimate Gospel ASIN: B000ICLTEQ Release Date: 2006-10-24

Tracks:

1. His Eye Is On The Sparrow
2. In The Graden
3. Amazing Grace
4. How Great Thou Art
5. I Need Thee
6. Old Sheep
7. Jesus Loves Me
8. Silent Night
9. I Am The Man Thomas
10. Rock Of Ages
11. In The Sweet By And By
12. The Old Rugged Cross
13. What Will I Leave Behind
14. One Big Heaven
15. Rain

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Though it's hard to doubt the faith or fault the selection on Alabama's first album of religious inspiration--and first release of new recordings in more than five years--the arrangements range from the heavenly to the syrupy. The best are the simplest and purest, showing why familiar hymns such as "In the Garden," "How Great Thou Art," "Rock of Ages," and "The Old Rugged Cross" have such staying power. Yet the swelling (synthesized?) strings on "Amazing Grace" and "Silent Night" overwhelm rather than enhance the grace of the material, and the children's chorus provided by granddaughters of Alabama's Teddy Gentry on "Jesus Loves Me" is a little cloying. The unvarnished vocals of guest Ralph Stanley highlight the banjo-and-fiddle-driven "I Am the Man Thomas," and gospel's the Isaacs provide ethereal harmonies on "I Need Thee." Lead singer Randy Owen offers two strong originals to close the album, the ecumenical celebration of "One Big Heaven" and the uptempo "Rain" that sounds most like the old Alabama. --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

Songs of Inspiration -- Alabama.......2007-05-12

I love this CD. Every song is beautiful and I have listened over and over.

horsemomwv.......2007-05-10

This is a great CD. My father just passed away and we played some of the music at his funeral.

alabama songs of inspiration.......2007-05-07

The group Alabama ha always been a favorite of mine. However, this CD
is not their best work. I was disappointd in it and expected much more than I heard. I think this is just not their genra.

Alabama Gospel.......2007-05-06

This product is excellent if you appreciate gospel. Very moving. Product arrived quickly and was easy to track.

I like it a lot.......2007-04-08

I really like the Alabama music a lot was aspiring to hear a country band producing that great music then the other kind that is out there is great to see this kind music be on the market!!!!!!!!!!!

Average customer rating: Truly Classic ANOTHER KEEPER Outstanding Keep up the good work Daniel O'Donnell:Songs of Inspiration/I Believe

Classic Double: Songs of Inspiration/I Believe Daniel O'Donnell Manufacturer: Dptv Media ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Britain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music Ireland | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Country Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Country | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music International | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Songs of Faith Daniel O'Donnell - Greatest Hits Faith & Inspiration Welcome to My World Christmas With Daniel O'Donnell ASIN: B00011V87C Release Date: 2004-01-20

Tracks:

1. Footsteps
2. Footsteps
3. It Is No Secret
4. You Needed Me
5. I Saw The Light
6. One Day At A Time
7. My Forever Friend
8. When I Had You
9. What A Friend We Have In Jesus
10. Why Me Lord
11. The Old Rugged Cross
12. Yes, I Really Love You
13. How Great Thou Art
14. This World Is Not My Home
15. He Took Our Place
16. Amazing Grace
17. The Family Bible
18. In The Garden
19. Children's Band
20. Standing Room Only

Tracks:

1. Everything Is Beautiful
2. I Believe
3. Any Dream Will Do
4. I Can See Clearly Now
5. I Have A Dream
6. The Greatest Love
7. A Little Peace
8. The Way Old Friends Do
9. Rivers Of Babylon
10. What A Wonderful World
11. A Song For The World
12. Even On Days When It Rained
13. Beyond The Great Divide
14. Our Special Absent Friends
15. Love, Hope And Faith
16. Desiderata

Customer Reviews:

Truly Classic.......2007-06-02

I bought this CD for my mother and she truly loves it. It is an excellent inspirational buy. She is even sharing it with her friends.

ANOTHER KEEPER.......2007-03-13

This CD is also fantastic.. he just has a way with inspirational songs that makes them so meaningful..highly recommended...this is another that I listen to everyday while at work..

Outstanding.......2007-01-10

I love to listen to this man sing these beautiful songs. Highly recommend this.

Keep up the good work.......2006-07-03

Love this. Music is awesome. I recommend to all. Lauren, New Jersey.

Daniel O'Donnell:Songs of Inspiration/I Believe.......2006-03-19

If you like Daniel O'Donnell and you love Inspirational Music, this is a winner! This is a perfect combination.

Average customer rating: GREAT CD OF INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC Extra bonus CD Spectacular! Hymns of Faith: Songs of Inspiration Awesome!!! Great !!! You should buy this!!!RECOMMENDED!!

Hymns of Faith: Songs of Inspiration Sandi Patty Manufacturer: Time Life Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Similar Items: Duets Broken on the Back Row A Morning Like This Yuletide Joy Make His Praise Glorious ASIN: B0002RQ3DE Release Date: 2004-09-14

Tracks:

1. Crown Him With Many Crowns/ All Hail The Power
2. His Eye Is On The Sparrow
3. We Shall Behold Him
4. It Is Well With My Soul
5. My Jesus I Love Thee/ When I Survey The Wondrous Cross
6. A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
7. No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus
8. God Bless America
9. America The Beautiful
10. The Star Spangled Banner
11. Shout To The Lord
12. Holy Ground
13. Great Is Thy Faithfulness
14. Blessed Assurance
15. The Prayer
16. Amazing Grace
17. How Great Thou Art
18. The Old Rugged Cross
19. Precious Memories/ In The Garden/ Just A Closer Walk
20. Softly And Tenderly/ I Surrender All
21. Fairest Lord Jesus

Album Description

Sandi Patty is the most awarded and beloved female vocalist in all of Contemporary Christian Music, and now Time-Life is proud to release her new recording of her favorite spiritual and inspirational songs supported by a national TV campaign. Sandi Patty is a treasured artist with legions of loyal fans: since the early '80s she's earned 5 Grammy Awards, 39 Dove Awards, 3 Platinum and 5 Gold albums. But Hymns of Faith, Songs of Inspiration may well be her recording legacy—it's a stunning 2-CD, 22-track collection of timeless, traditional hymns, contemporary worship hits, inspirational classics and stirring patriotic anthems, featuring Patty's powerful, signature vocals backed by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.

Customer Reviews:

GREAT CD OF INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC.......2007-07-04

I ordered this CD to get one song,"We Shall Behold Him",and was blown away by the two CD's. Sandi Patty has always been a favorite of mine but I have not heard many of the songs on these CD's. The old favorites are done with arrangements that give you goose bumps. And of course when I ordered this from Amazon I never knew I would get it so quickly. Thanks Amazon.

Extra bonus CD.......2007-03-10

Contains two CDs, both are great.... I can't decide which is my favorite. This is the best of Sandy Patti singing great hymns I grew up on and a few newer tunes. You will not be disappointed in her song selections and, as always, her fabulous voice which touches your heart and soul.

Spectacular!.......2006-12-11

Sandi's voice has never been better! It is so clear and warm and rich. Just lovely. And sincere. The songs chosen for this CD set are absolutely perfect. If you are a Sandi Patty fan, of course you will love this album. But even if you just enjoy a beautiful soprano voice and inspirational music, you can't go wrong with any of her CDs.

I just saw her Christmas concert the other night, and all I can say is "Wow!". She is even more incredible in person, if that's possible.

Hymns of Faith: Songs of Inspiration .......2006-08-25

I love Sandi Patty. As for the cd when I first got it. It wouldn't play after the first song. I have a cd repair kit and tried that. Now it works fine.

Awesome!!! Great !!! You should buy this!!!RECOMMENDED!!.......2006-07-09

i always love Sandi Patty's songs it inspires me a lot to my walk with Jesus...i always admire here music .life and her passion to served God thru music and singing...ived been a fan of Sandi since my elementary days..and till this day...the old hymn the ived heard from my mom,coz she used to sing in the church..shes just like Sandi..high voice and operatic..for you guys up there who still into secular music turn your music into gospel music and let Gods power and miracle flow into your lives..i highly recommend this doudle Cd of Ms SANDI PATTY...God Bless!!!

Average customer rating: cello lover 99% perspiration Immortal Legend Epitome of Cello Ooo! Samples!

Jacqueline du Pré - a lasting inspiration Antonin Dvorak , Franz Joseph Haydn , Edward Elgar , Maria Theresia von Paradis , Robert Schumann , Felix Mendelssohn , Gabriel Faure , Johann Sebastian Bach , Camille Saint-Saens , Manuel de Falla , Max Bruch , Ludwig van Beethoven , Johannes Brahms , Cesar Franck , Chicago Symphony Orchestra , London Symphony Orchestra , Daniel Barenboim , Sir John Barbirolli , Jacqueline du Pré , Pinchas Zukerman , Roy Jesson , Gerald Moore , John [guitar] Williams , and Osian Ellis Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Trios | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by J.S. Bach | Bach, Johann Sebastian | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Beethoven | Beethoven, Ludwig van | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Brahms | Brahms, Johannes | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Bruch | Bruch, Max | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Dvorák, Antonín | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Elgar | Elgar, Sir Edward | ( E ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Falla | Falla, Manuel de | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Fauré, Gabriel | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Franck, César | ( F ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Franz Joseph Haydn | Haydn, Franz Joseph | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Saint-Saëns, Camille | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Robert Schumann | Schumann, Robert | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Mendelssohn | Mendelssohn, Felix | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Organ | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music English Horn | Reeds & Winds | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Du Pré, Jacqueline | ( D ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Britain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Jacqueline du Pre - Favourite Cello Concertos ~ Boccherini, Dvorak, Elgar, Haydn, Monn, Saint-Saens, Schumann Jacqueline du Pre In Portrait Jacqueline du Pré - Chopin: Cello Sonata in G minor, Franck: Sonata in A / Barenboim Hilary & Jackie Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman & Jacqueline du Pré - Beethoven: Piano Trios ASIN: B00000K4F9 Release Date: 1999-09-14

Tracks:

1. Cello Concerto In B Minor Op. 104: I. Allegro - Dvorak
2. Cello Concerto No.2 In D: I. Allegro moderato
3. Cello Concerto No.2 In D: II. Adagio
4. Cello Concerto No.2 In D: III. Allegro
5. Cello Concerto In E Minor: I. Adagio - Moderato
6. Cello Concerto In E Minor: II. Lento - Allegro molto
7. Cello Concerto In E Minor: III. Adagio
8. Cello Concerto In E Minor: IV. Allegro, Moderato, Allegro ma non troppo

Tracks:

1. Sicilienne
2. Three Fantasy Pieces: I. Zart mit Audruck
3. Three Fantasy Pieces: II. Lebhaft
4. Three Fantasy Pieces: III. Rasch und mit Feuer
5. Sing Without Words in D, Op.109
6. Elegie In C Minor, Op. 24
7. The Toccata: Adagio
8. The Carnival Of The Animals: The Swan
9. Suite populaire espagnole: Jota
10. Kol nidrei, Op. 47
11. Piano Trio In B-flat 'Archduke', Op.97
12. Cello Sonata No.2 In F, Op.99
13. Sonata in A

Customer Reviews:

cello lover.......2007-05-31

Absoluty the best. It is no wonder she was the world premier cello artist!! Can't say enough. If you love cello, and classical music, this is a must have. Her whole collection is worth every penny!!!

99% perspiration.......2006-11-08

(4.5/5 stars) This is a two-disc collection of musical works, in which the great cellist Jacqueline du Pre plays. The first disc consists of three cello concerti by three different composers: Dvorak (Romantic), Haydn (Classical) and Elgar (Romantic). Very good music, though it might leave you wondering what all the fuss is about. Not to worry: just pop in Disc Two to find out. The second disc contains shorter works by a wider variety of composers. It also might just leave you breathless by its beauty. Saint-Säens' "The Swan" (from "Carnival of the Animals") is nearly indescribable in its elegance, with du Pre's cello dancing with a harp. This haunting recording should not be missed. Bruch's "Kol Nidrei" is magnificently gorgeous as well. Three fantasy pieces from Schumann, one of Mendelssohn's "Lieder Ohne Wörter" and a stunning Brahms sonata infuse this collection with genuine grace. Since these were recorded prior to the advent of digital recordings, you might hear a very slight hiss on some of the recordings. This is barely audible and really does not detract from the pleasure of listening to it. Each disc runs 75 minutes, making this inspiration last long indeed.

Immortal Legend.......2006-10-07

As a cellist, I grew up listening to Jacqueline Du Pre's recordings. Even now as a 35 year old, I'm still enthralled by her amazing talent. This is a great cd if one is looking for a wonderful introduction to this superb cellist or simply wants to savor her most well known recordings. Du Pre owned the "Elgar" concerto. No other words can summarize this fact. Other beautiful and moving pieces are here on this disc: Bruch "Kol Nidrei", Haydn "Concerto No.2", Faure "Elegie", Brahms "Concerto No.2". The cello is a difficult instrument to play due to the strength required in both hands. Du Pre's playing touches the heartstrings with both emotion and depth. The tone that she coaxes from her cello is amazing. Jacqueline Du Pre is a legend.

Epitome of Cello.......2006-06-23

As a cellist, I absolutely love du Pré's work. I actually found this CD when I was looking for a modern recording of "A Jacqueline du Pré Recital", a record compiled of pieces done between July 15, 1962 and April 1, 1969. The second CD in this set contains the same songs as that record.

The concertos on the first CD are spectacular, especially her rendition of the Elgar concerto which has defined the piece since she first performed it. The second CD, however, is just as wonderful as a collection of some of the most loved cello pieces. No cello recording complete without Saint Saen's "The Swan" and du Pré's version is the only one I've ever heard that I actually like. "Elégie in C minor" (composed by Gabriel Fauré) is one of my personal favorites especially since her rapport with the pianist is obvious and the two instruments blend in a way that makes the piece even more poignant.

Overall, this CD is a must-have for anyone who loves cello as a perfect sample of Jacqueline du Pré's work.

Ooo! Samples!.......2005-11-29

As far as the romantic period goes, Jacqueline Du Pre is my personal favorite 'cellist. Her sensitivity to put expression of the musical idea always outweighed the desire to appear impressive. There is a difference in being just a virtuoso and being a musician. A virtuoso has the capability to dazzle and amaze, but music is more than just being impressive, and Du Pre succeeds in becoming, in every sense, a musician first and foremost. The only complaint I have of this album is the fact that you only get one movement of each piece! Even so, this a wonderful "sample dish" of Du Pre's extraordinary playing, mainly meant to get you hooked so you can get more.

Average customer rating: Cool record Always Fresh! 4 1/2 stars-- cooled off. In Time Fresh Just Gets Fresher

Fresh Sly & the Family Stone Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: There's a Riot Goin' On Stand! Dance to the Music Life A Whole New Thing ASIN: B000MTFG1M Release Date: 2007-04-24

Tracks:

1. In Time
2. If You Want Me To Stay
3. Let Me Have It All
4. Frisky
5. Thankful N' Thoughtful
6. Skin I'm In
7. I Don't Know (Satisfaction)
8. Keep On Dancin'
9. Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)
10. If It Were Left Up To Me
11. Babies Makin' Babies
12. Let Me Have It All
13. Frisky
14. Skin I'm In
15. Keep On Dancin'
16. Babies Makin' Babies

Customer Reviews:

Cool record.......2007-07-31

I'm a big fan of seventies music. Among the tremendous musical diversity born in that period was funk. This is one of its finest examples. Most importantly it's just great, original music made extra special through the remastering process.

Always Fresh!.......2007-07-22

One of the greatest funk recordings ever.The above review has it right: the 'alternate mixes' are in fact alternate takes. This is my third CD copy of it and it sounds the best of all by far. BTW My first CD copy is signed by the drummer Andy Newmark who I was lucky enough to do a recording session with a few years back.

4 1/2 stars-- cooled off........2007-05-17

After the dark, claustrophobic masterpiece of "There's a Riot Goin' On" and following the departure of bassist Larry Graham, Sly Stone turned his band's attention to a bit of a cooled off sound. This could have been in response to the demise of the powerful rhythm section of Graham and drummer Gregg Errico, who had left prior to 'Riot', but I think in some ways it was a response to the overwhelming nature of its predecessor-- "There's a Riot Goin' On" is an experience to listen to, making it must have been extraordinary.

This isn't to say that "Fresh" is light pop fare. On the contrary, it's a fantastic record, dark in its own way, but it's really quite a bit less intense then its predecessor. At its best, it finds a midtempo, loping sound over which Stone can wail out full of passion and the band can form a swirl around him, single and standout "If You Want Me To Stay" is a fine example of this-- the bassline provides a graceful drive, Stone is passionate in his lead vocal, and the horns cascade around him. By and large, the album sticks to this midtempo funk, driven by the basslines and at times angular guitars ("In Time") or swanky horns ("Skin I'm In"). Stone does develop a tendency to mumble and ramble here and there ("Frisky"), but by and large the great on this one manages to blindingly overshadow the bad and Stone proves stunningly inventive, even taking a schlock Doris Day pop song and making it into a fantastic soul/gospel number ("Que Sera Sera") and survives a remake of hit "Dance to the Music" as a chilled funk number ("Keep on Dancin'", which proves to be quite engaging).

This reissue has been remastered and adds a handful of alternate mixes as bonus tracks as well as including new liner notes. The bonus tracks here are interesting-- Sly Stone had tinkered substantially with the mix on "Fresh" before settling on its released version, although at some point in its early CD release history, alternate mixes for some of the record leaked out (and were quickly recalled by the label). Some of these are actually quite superior to the original mix, illustrating significantly more space and occasionally benefitting from a lack of overdubs-- "Let Me Have it All" is the best example of this, without the layers of vocal overdubs, Sly's vocal really shines. The remastering on this is equally top notch, the record sounds great throughout.

"Fresh" is always going to be thought of as the album that followed "There's a Riot Goin' On"-- it's not quite as good as its predecessor (or as "Stand!" before that), but truthfully this came at the end of a window where Sly Stone could do no wrong. "Fresh" is a fine record in its own right. Highly recommended.

In Time Fresh Just Gets Fresher.......2007-04-14

'Fresh' is a Sly album that is always in an awkward possition because it comes as the follow up to Stand! and
There's a Riot Goin' On ,both of which are considered classics.But trying to judge any Sly & The Family Stone did in the late 60's and early 70's is like trying to debate which chocolate you like best.If you love chocolate,you love it all.One thing 'Fresh' really helps you understand about Sly Stone is that he's a slick producer.Not in the sense of over doing it but how he takes,for example the first song "In Time" with it's gritty organ/guitar sound and get it all to sound smooth as melted caramel all at the same time.The best part about that song is the use of the rhythm box beat;unlike like drumming it gives the music a very exotic,modern feel and a lot of emotion rather then sound cold and artificial.Even more interesting to note is that "Let Me Have It All","Skin I'm In' and "Keep On Dancin",something of a reprise of "Dance To The Music" from six years earlier all share the same style-deep,brooding but funky and never at a slow crawl as the music on the previous album was.On the hit "If You Want Me To Stay" the absense of Larry Graham comes to the surface as newcomer Rusty Allen takes a more timid bassline but the song itself showcases an important theme;'Fresh' is an album about Sly letting go of the past and creating a new future;Sly tells us that if we "want to him stay" he'll be around but we should let him be himself in the meantime.The same theme extends into Sly's version of "Que Sera Sera",which takes the frothy meloncaughly of the Doris Day original into pure gospel/blues passion (plus primetime drama lovers will note it was featured in an episode of 'Judging Amy').The "old" Sly & The Family Stone is best represented on "If It Were Left Up To Me" with that perky horn style of "Everyday People" and,lyrically is matches up very well with the mildly claustraphobic funk of "Babies Makin' Babies",a flat out terrific funk tune that really does the impossible;it's funky and cool at the same time,two things that seldom go together.All five of the bonus cuts being alternate takes you get to see 'Fresh' in the trial and error stages with echo plexed vocals on "Frisky" and the music on "Babies Makin' Babies" kept even further in the backround.As for this CD the remaster of 'Fresh' is excellent,especially the stereo seperation which makes the album sound more genuine then even the first CD reissue.Plus the fact you get very good liner notes that actually enhance the listening experience rather then detract from it.So as an album (if you never heard it before this) 'Fresh' lives up to it's title by being an ear catching musical experience that will draw you right into it's grooves and melodies.And even if you've already heard it a million times this will make you love it all over again.

Average customer rating: Classic Alabama Where's the feeling?? Great service, music is okay. Alabama's Continues to "Inspire" Great music and great soul

Songs of Inspiration, Vol. 2 Alabama Manufacturer: RCA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Country Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Songs of Inspiration Waking Up Laughing Cash: Ultimate Gospel Three Wooden Crosses Live at Texas Stadium ASIN: B000N60H1S Release Date: 2007-03-27

Tracks:

1. I Am A Pilgrim
2. Church In The Wildwood
3. Will The Circle Be Unbroken
4. If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again
5. Suppertime
6. Down By The Riverside
7. Precious Memories
8. Lonesome Valley
9. The Refrain Of John Dillon James
10. Love Lifted Me
11. When It Comes My Time
12. One Life
13. The Star Spangled Banner

Amazon.com

The second release of inspirational music from the country harmonizers mixes plenty of familiar, traditional spirituals with a few originals. The guitar-driven "I Am a Pilgrim" has the trademark lope of a Waylon Jennings arrangement, while more acoustic fare such as "Children in the Wildwood" and "If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again" has a folkish purity. Alabama join forces with the Del McCoury Band for a revival of "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" and with Riders in the Sky for campfire cowboy harmonizing on "Love Lifted Me." The set-closing transformation of "The Star Spangled Banner" into a ballad with swirling strings extends the concept of inspirational music from the spiritual to the patriotic. --Don McLeese

Customer Reviews:

Classic Alabama.......2007-06-12

Alabama and gospel -- You've got to hear Randy Owens sing Will the Circle Be Unbroken with guest vocalists Del and Ron McCoury.

Where's the feeling??.......2007-05-19

I have been an Alabama fan for years. This CD is a huge disappointment. Most songs seem to all have the same rhythm and there is a total absence of dynamics. There is no excitement to the songs and the voices sound tired. The accompaniment is thin, at best. Their adaptation of "Precious Memories" is a travesty-dull, dull, dull.

Great service, music is okay........2007-05-15

I was a little disappointed when I heard this album. The songs are wonderful, but the arrangements are missing that great Alabama harmony.

Alabama's Continues to "Inspire".......2007-04-10

Prime Cuts: If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again, One Life, When It Comes My Time to Leave

When "Songs of Inspiration" drops in at the pinnacle of the Billboard country album chart without even a radio single, Alabama continues to prove its viability as the bastion of country music. Five months after this successful jaunt, this second installment of the group's foray into inspirational favorites arrives. Recorded in the same session as the first volume, this set also finds lead singer Randy Owen in the producer seat. Further, a similar sonic semblance of gentler and acoustic-leaning underpinnings under gird this new disc. Hence, whether this new collection was initially planned or quickly garnered to capitalize on the success of the first volume remains debatable. Nevertheless, regardless of the album's sui genesis, thus far, "Vol. 2" has flared equally well coming in on the Billboard country album chart at no. 3, trailing only behind Tim McGraw and Carrie Underwood.

However, the major departure for this set is the presence of more traditional country inspirational numbers relative to just re-workings of traditional hymns of the church. Best of which is the obscure "If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again," an understated guitar-driven mid-tempo reflection of times passed. This is made even more poignant by the group's sibling-like harmonies in the chorus. "Suppertime," a track associated at times with Johnny Cash, also continues the theme of nostalgia that tethers on the maudlin. "The Refrain of John Dillon James," a bluesy rock story song with an arresting plot, which finds Owen delivering with guts and gall. Also, calling back to mind Alabama at their rocking best is their rowdy version of "Down by the Riverside," a 180 degree-overturn of Alison Krauss' famed dirge-like rendition.

Of the two newly penned songs, Teddy Gentry's "When It's My Time to Go" is a gorgeous ballad about a life well-lived (which includes "having Jesus at my side"). Equipped with some tasty steel guitars over a well-crafted melody that calls to mind their "A Better Word for Love," this is indeed a fine piece of art. "One Life," coming from the pens of Eric Todd and Buck Moore, is also a top notched ballad, this time recounting the significance of Christ's birth. A track that ought to be do well during Christmas time. However, the tiresome rendition of old hymns such as "Precious Memories" and "Love Lifted Me" create some yawning moments. While the workman-like rendition of "Church in the Wildwood" sounds more demo-like than a finished product. And pushing the envelope of "inspirational" is the string-laden version of "The Star Spangled Banner." More befitting to the tenor of this CD, more verses (especially the more overtly Christian verses) of this anthem should have been included.

This set is a tad of an improvement from the first volume especially with the inclusion of more propulsive material. However, at times the arrangement of some of these tracks can benefit from a more imaginative production. And with already two volumes of inspiration songs, let's hope that the saturation point is reached. As much as inspirational songs are welcomed, Alabama is still at their best with their original secular material. Let's hope RCA Records will greet us with a new Alabama country record in the near future.

Great music and great soul.......2007-04-05

I have always been a big fan of the group Alabama, and this is my favorite record yet. If you liked Songs of Inspiration, you will love this effort. It has many more uptempo songs and is really striking in its variety, from stone country (When it Comes My Time to Go) , to a cowboy campfire ballad (Love Lifted Me), to Dixieland jazz (Down by the Riverside), and several other styles. Very clever and original takes on some classic, fast-moving, and quick-tempoed songs. I loved the first Songs of Inspiration, but this one is a lot more "fun" and flows better from beginning to end. The album is even more spiritual than the first and has a theme which will resonate with many- the fleeting nature of life on earth and the eternal joy we will have when we see our loved one again "on the other side."

Average customer rating: sappy love songs As a huge Peter Cetera fan, one could hardly fault this; marvelous CD The best fan of Peter Cetera Good old stuff, good new stuff

You're the Inspiration: A Collection Peter Cetera Manufacturer: Edel Germany ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Pop | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: World Falling Down Solitude/Solitaire The Best of Peter Cetera: Live Peter Cetera You Just Gotta Love Christmas ASIN: B000024VYJ Release Date: 2002-08-27

Tracks:

1. If You Leave Me Now [New Version] - Peter Cetera
2. Next Time I Fall - Peter Cetera, Amy Grant
3. Do You Love Me That Much - Peter Cetera
4. Feels Like Heaven - Peter Cetera, Chaka Khan
5. You're the Inspiration [New Version] - Peter Cetera
6. I Wasn't the One (Who Said Goodbye) - Peter Cetera,
7. She Doesn't Need Me Anymore - Peter Cetera
8. Baby, What a Big Surprise [New Version] - Peter Cetera
9. (I Wanna Take) Forever Tonight - Crystal Bernard, Peter Cetera
10. After All - Peter Cetera, Cher
11. S.O.S. - Peter Cetera, Ronna Reeves
12. You're the Inspiration [Remix] - Peter Cetera,

Album Description

Budget-price reissue of import-only 1997 compilation of the former Chicago vocalist's solo hits. 11 tracks are featured, including a new version of 'You're The Inspiration' featuring Az Yet, plus then-new versions of his Chicago hits 'Baby What A Big Surp

Album Details

Special Collection Hits from the Former Lead Singer of Chicago. Includes his Hit Duet with Amy Grant "The Next Time I Fall" as Well as Duets with Agnetha (Of Abba Fame), Chaka Khan, Cher, Crystal Bernard and More. Also Includes Re-recorded Versions of his Hits with Chicago, "if You Leave Me Now", "You're the Inspiration" and "Baby What a Big Surprise".

Customer Reviews:

sappy love songs.......2006-09-14

The compositions, Rhythms and singin-style of Peter Cetera sound always the same. He is a typical sappy love song - singer who prefers the love ballads and cheesy love adventures.
it might have been a bit tedious and boring.

The problem is everywhere: If you are a Hardrock fan like bands Uriah Heep, Stevie Ray Vaughan, AC/DC, Rory Gallagher, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, your ears can't be familar with all these silly love songs. My ears cannot work like that.

there are two alternatives:
- if you are a hardrock fan. You like a mythological lyrics, you won't like Peter Cetera or Chicago. Keep your fingers away from this !!!
- if you are a sappy love song fan then please buy this cd !!!

As a huge Peter Cetera fan, one could hardly fault this;.......2006-07-14

These songs are instantly recognisable, be it in a different format. This, however, does not detract from the quality or enjoyment of each song. In fact, dare I say it, better than the original recordings!
Not to be missed!

marvelous CD.......2005-10-19

Yes, this CD is a marvelous truly jewel.
Buy it. It worth till the last penny.

The best fan of Peter Cetera.......2002-02-28

Peter Cetera is absolutely the best singer of the world.

Good old stuff, good new stuff.......2000-10-12

This CD is basically a compillation of old and new. The new version of "You're the Inspiration" is great. A little too twangy, though. Peter C. trying to sound country? I thought he was from Chicago. The new "Baby, What a Big Surprise" is also good, but only if you're open to a country-type sound.

I was excited for the new versions of these two songs because I thought they would be very similar to their original Chicago recordings. This is not the case, but the new versions grew on me and I dig them. There are a couple more new tracks that are classic Peter C. All in all, this CD is a good buy.

Average customer rating: The best Thai Chi music you'll ever find Tai Chi Inspration and meditation

Tai Chi: Inspiration and Meditation Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 New Age | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Tai Chi, Vol. 2 (Mind, Body, Soul Series) Tai Chi Melody Voyage to Harmony: Tai Chi Tai Chi Tai-Chi ASIN: B0006VXM80 Release Date: 2004-12-21

Tracks:

1. Garden of Angels
2. Zen
3. Silk Road
4. Chinese Impressions
5. Silent Moods
6. Lotus Garden
7. Tai Chi
8. Harmony of Life
9. Chinese Garden

Customer Reviews:

The best Thai Chi music you'll ever find.......2007-05-24

If you are looking for a relaxation CD, or if you want to practice your Thai Chi, then this is the best you could find. Whenever I have had a tough day, I come home and listen to it, and I suddently feel more relaxed.... I also use it in combination with my Thai Chi in the morning or evening.It's great, yes I would recommend it.

Tai Chi Inspration and meditation.......2006-07-20

It was everything I was looking for in Tai-chi music.In a single word Excellent!

Average customer rating: An overlooked masterpiece Let's take it back... Inspiration Information Wow... A place between time and space...

Inspiration Information Shuggie Otis Manufacturer: Luaka Bop ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Blues | Styles | Music Electric Blues Guitar | Blues | Styles | Music West Coast Blues | Regional Blues | Blues | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Shuggie's Boogie: Shuggie Otis Plays the Blues Cold Heat: Heavy Funk Rarities 1968-1974, Vol. 1 Solid Air The Funky 16 Corners There's a Riot Goin' On ASIN: B0000CC833 Release Date: 2005-02-08

Tracks:

1. Inspiration Information
2. Island Letter
3. Sparkle City
4. Aht Uh Mi Hed
5. Happy House
6. Rainy Day
7. XL-30
8. Pling!
9. Not Available
10. Strawberry Letters 23
11. Sweet Thang
12. Ice Cold Daydream
13. Freedom Flight

Amazon.com

Like Stevie Wonder and Allen Toussaint before him--and Prince and D'Angelo afterward--Shuggie Otis was a musical visionary whose early 1970s recordings showed he could do it all, writing, arranging, performing, and producing some of the decade's most satisfying, innovative, and, unfortunately, overlooked music. This reissue of his 1974 Inspiration Information album--a soulful song cycle that took three years to create and was worth every minute--ranges from early drum machine-driven experiments like "Xl-30" and "Aht Uh Mi Hed" (note the Sly Stone spelling influence) to Otis's most stunning pop confection ever, "Strawberry Letter 23." (The latter song, which ended up being a big hit for the Brothers Johnson, is one of four bonus tracks taken from Otis's 1971 Freedom Flight album). Otis, who once turned down an offer to replace Mick Taylor in the Rolling Stones, continues to perform around the Bay Area on his own and with his father, bandleader Johnny Otis. Hopefully, the long-awaited resurrection of this material will help bring him the attention he deserves. --Bill Forman

Album Description

Inspiration Information, the brainchild of guitar prodigy Shuggie Otis, more than justifies the cult following garnered in the years since its (largely ignored) 1974 release. Son of R&B legend Johnny Otis, Shuggie was a late-'60s celebrity due to his Super Session duets with Al Kooper. Opting out of arena rock -- he reputedly refused an offer to join the Rolling Stones -- the 19-year-old Otis spent three years in the studio generating this one-man opus. His multitracked rhythms recall the laid-back funk of the Meters embroidered with psychedelic filigree, and his voice resembles Allan Toussaint's. But in every other regard, this is singular, sexy music, dislocated in time. Drum machines propel "Island Letter" and the beat-box-plus-organ stabs of "XL-30" predate England's Young Marble Giants by several years. Also featured are four bonus cuts from the artist's 1971 set Freedom Flight, including "Strawberry Letter 23," which was later a hit for the Brothers Johnson. Heard here in its original form (with a surprise prog-guitar coda), the song conveys the impression of "Good Vibrations" being played by a lone musician. Unbelievably wonderful. - Billboard

Customer Reviews:

An overlooked masterpiece.......2007-05-26

This album is a work of subtlety, nuance and is best summed up by the word 'sublime'. From the soaring riffs and joyful intensity of 'inspiration information' to the introverted yet ex-corporeal spaciness of 'freedom flight', this is a thing of pure genius--not a single note is misplaced.

Let's take it back..........2007-02-22

...to real music like this here. I loved this Shuggie Otis album and I'll be buying more of his stuff. Why in the world don't you hear about people like Shuggie, a very young [at the time] musical protegé who played all of his own instruments, mixed himself and sounded like El Debarge. I'm sure had he conformed to a more commercial sound he would've been world famous. Instead he chose to march to the beat of his own drum and the benefit is the listener's. Shuggie most recently, that I know of, played guitar on Mos Def's "The New Danger" album--another one I must get ASAP! BUY THIS ALBUM!!!

Inspiration Information.......2006-04-10

WOW! BRILLIANT! GENIUS!

Those are the few words I could utter as I listened to this disc. I decided to buy this disc after a few contemporary artists that I enjoy mentioned Shuggie Otis as an inspiration to them. I had never heard of him so when I talked to a few people about whether to get this disc or his previous release - those who HAD heard of Shuggie told me to definitely get this one first. I was assured that I'd fall head over heels in love with his music and that has turned out to be true!

I was mezmerized by this entire disc - Shuggie mixes funk, pop & r&b so successfully that it was almost impossible to pick out just one or two tracks as standing out above others - THEY'RE ALL MAGNIFICENT. The info contained in the liner notes made me sad to think that the public didn't "get" this music when it was originally released but maybe a new generation of fans can help get this genius the musical recognition he deserves.

To the undecided - in agreement with the reviewer's notes, if you love Prince, Maxwell & D'Angelo, you will ADORE this disc if you give it a chance - it is MAGNIFICENT!!

Wow..........2006-03-12

This is a great compilation of songs. It is one of the few CDs that I permanently keep in my five disc CD changer. It is one of the few CDs that I can listen to 'ad nauseum' and not get tired of it.

I first heard about the reissue on NPR and I scribbled his name on a napkin that I found in the car. Coincidentally, my wife heard the same report while she was driving and also took the name down. We decided that it was fate and we bought the CD.

I don't have a favorite song on this recording. They are all brilliant. They are all magnificent. These songs may have been written and recorded in the 70s, but they have a "feel" to them that transcends the era. You can't do that with all music. You put on a KC and the Sunshine Band CD and you're in 1975-76. Put on a Police CD and you're in 1982. Put on Shuggie Otis and you're right where you need to be; fully and completely present in the new now moment.

I love this CD and I hope that you give it a chance.

Peace and Blessings.

A place between time and space..........2006-02-01

Inspiration Information is a watershed album! Not only does this album defy classification, it is arguably one of the most deviceful musical efforts in modern auditory history. It is, without doubt, one of the most creative pieces of art that I own. Otis created an alcove all his own; definitely a byproduct of free reign in the studio, as the music is all over the place, yet right where it needs to be at exactly the right moment. Inspiration Information is a hallmark example of the types of auditory beauty that emerge from creative carte blanche.

I don't care where you're musical allegiances rest, if you have a penchant for musical creativity devoid of a provincial ear...get this album. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. This is American, world, and human artistry at its best. A definite must have for the discerning listerner.

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