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1. H D'or

2. Le.Xv.Nard.Xv.

3. Mobilis In Mobile

4. Symbiosis

5. Fragments

6. Witkin

7. Sherazade

8. Silence Of A Scream

9. Portrait Of A Soul

10. Hynos (Vs. F.K.)

11. Symbiosis (Extended Beat)

Tracks:

One Fine Day (Un Bel Di From Madame Butterfly)
Sempre Ricordo (Piano Concerto in A minor)
There's A Place (From The New World Symphony)
Beyond Imagination (From A Midsummer Nights Dream)
O Fortuna (From Carmina Burana)
Lakm2O (Flower Duet)
Ebben?..Ne Andro Lontano (from La Wally)
You Live On In My Heart (Cinema Paradiso)
Chanson Boh (From Carmen)
Remember Me
Stranger In Paradise (From Kismet)
Ode II Joy (From Symphony No. 9)
1001 Nights (From The Nutcracker Suite)
Barcarolle (From The Tales Of Hoffman)
LakmVibeTribe Mix)
Ave Maria
Vittoria! (Aida 2002)

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Plucked from a wet afternoon of busking Bizet and Puccini to passersby on the Piazza in Covent Garden in the spring of 2001, soprano Rebecca Knight and mezzo Karen England soon found themselves singing in slightly larger venues: the FA Cup and Champions League soccer finals. That the management company doing the plucking had recently performed a similar Cinderella crossover act for Russell Watson offered portent, and indeed the Babes--the moniker began as a joke--were soon on their way to this recording debut. The marketing shtick and its soccer connections may offend purists, but it's the football hooligans that the Babes are trying to win over here; can Borodin soothe the savage Manchester United fan? Their classically trained voices mesh gloriously, with England's warm mezzo showing particular character in her solo turns.

The repertoire choices here cover material that may already be familiar to fans of Charlotte Church (i.e., Delibes "Flower Duet") and other crossover acts, but they do include some pleasant surprises, like Offenbach's Barcarolle from The Tales of Hoffmann and "You Live On in My Heart," a reworking of Ennio Morricone's enchanting Cinema Paradiso theme with lyrics by Knight. But in a rush toward the musical middle of the road, it's the productions themselves that sometimes overwhelm the Babes with bathos ("Ave Maria"), hollow thunder ("Aida 2002"), and electro club kitsch (the 'Vibe Tribe' mix of "Flower Duet"). Former Art of Noise mainstay Anne Dudley's tastefully restrained coloring of Tchaikovsky's "1001 Nights" is one of the notable exceptions. They're babes, they sing opera--with fair promise--for the masses, and if they turn one in a hundred from football hooliganism to a well-mannered appreciation of Grieg and Dvorák, won't it all have been worth it? --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

wallpaper.......2007-07-12

overorchestrated, overproduced aural wallpaper...that said, still, these women have wonderful voices and are worth hearing. They are oversold,too...Opera Babes! Indeed. Folks who like Enya will like this.

simply beautiful, so just enjoy it.......2007-06-11

my daughter has taught me to love opera. this immediately captured me. the Babes' voices blend so beautifully. I love it! who cares about Puccini, Classic Opera, blah, blah, woof, woof. I love this album

Sloppy renditions and amateurish.......2007-05-15

I heard one of the selections on Sirius and liked it so I bought the CD. Upon hearing the entire CD I was disappointed that the only selection I liked was the one that prompted me to buy the product. The voices are nice but they are simply adding voice to opera masterpieces that do not fit. They are certainly not of the caliber of Sarah Brightman or Charlotte Church and don't look for that. Their sound is mellow, dim and without the emotion that does an inservice to the opera pieces they sing. I found the CD lackluster and in all honestly very "amateurish".

Great songs reinvented, with a twist.......2006-09-30

Expanding upon the recent interest in Gregorian chant fusion as well as rich-voiced solo vocalists such as Josh Groban, operatic soprano Rebecca Knight and mezzo soprano Karen England offer full-vibratoed, somewhat modernized interpretations of favorite classical themes. Backed by chorus, orchestras, keyboards and drums, they draw from such diversely satisfying works as Puccini's opera "Madame Butterfly," Grieg's "Piano Concerto in a minor," Dvorak's "New World Symphony," Mendelssohn's "Midsummer Night's Dream," Orff's "Carmina Burana," Delibe's "Lakme," Beethoven's "Ode to Joy," Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite," Offenbach's "The Tales of Hoffman," Schubert's "Ave Maria," and Verdi's "Aida." Some of the arrangements are fairly traditional, while others are noticeably enhanced. The emphasis tends to be on pretty pieces with sweet melodies, though a few are more intense in nature (#1, 4, 5, 15 and 17). A couple of pop songs, still sung in operatic style, are thrown in for good measure, although they don't have the same appeal and mystique as the old favorites. All of the selections feature both vocalists together, singing in lovely, close harmony. The arrangers of this elegantly hip music include Jon Cohen, Noely, Frank Gallagher, Deni Lew and Anne Dudley, with multi-language lyrics (for the adaptations of instrumental works) by Rebecca Knight and others. I have to admit that I occasionally found myself longing for the modern additions to be more consistently interesting and distinctive--in other words, equaling the artistry of the classics that they're accompanying. Track #1, which really shines, is a well-done example. Alternately, perhaps the source songs might have been better off left in their pure, original styles rather than watered down with schmaltzy, predictable underpinnings that don't add much to the music. But like Enigma did for medieval chant, the Opera Babes are endeavoring to bring some wonderful, time-tested music to a wider audience, fusing it with modern idioms in way that is artistic and generally appealing. For more opera fusion, compare the work of Amici Forever (a group of five singers, both male and female), and the oddly packaged but similar-in-concept album "Coco de Mer" by Adam Plack.

Praise for Beyond Imagination.......2006-02-26

What I really enjoyed about this album was its distinctive sound and arrangement of the material. I enjoy classically performed opera and was surprised how much I like the Opera Babes' versions. Of course, the wonderful voices added immensely to the high quality of this product.

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H20

Manufacturer: Alfa Matrix
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ASIN: B0007T0CIE
Release Date: 2005-02-01

Tracks:

H dor
Le.xv.nard.xv.
Mobilis In Mobile
Symbiosis
Fragments
Witkin
Sherazade
Silence of a Scream
Portrait of a Soul
Hypnos (vs. F.k)
Symbiosis (extended beat)

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Inspired prog-rock extravanganza

Walking on H20
Mind's Eye
Manufacturer: Lion
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ASIN: B000EGEIW6
Release Date: 2006-02-13

Tracks:

Earth - The Movie
Rabbit In The Hat
Equally Immortal
Mrs. Clair Voyance
Sahara In An Hourglass
Out Of My System
Umbrellas Under The Sun
Sacred Rules
Nazca Lines
Flight Of The An.Unna.Ki
Heal My Karma
When I Whisper
Poseidon Says

Album Description

Mind's Eye are definitely one of the most talented Prog Metal bands from Sweden. On ''Walking on H2O '' they are releasing a fine concept album dealing with human evolution and everything connected to it from the spiritual side (religion, science, non - human intelligenge etc.). The task is to create a great musical background where the listener can project the images coming from his brain.Majestic hooklines, great instrumental abilities and great songwriting make ''Walking on H2O'' a great released for all fans!.Lion Music.2006

Album Details

Mind's Eye is a Fulltime Band with Hard Working Members. Each Member Being a Full Time Session Musician, Recording with Bands around the Globe. Andreas Novak (Lead Vocals) Released his First Solo Album on Mtm 2005, Receiving Amazing Response around the World. Johan Niemann (Bass/Guitars) Plays the Bass and Writes Songs Together with his Brother for One of "Nuclear Blast" Best Selling Band "Therion", Constantly Touring around the World. Daniel Flores (Drums, Keyboards and Vocals) is One of Sweden's Most Hired Drummers When it Comes to Metal, Progressive Rock, Aor and Fusion Sessions, Recording on Over 50 Albums Proving He is One of Sweden's Hottest Up and Coming Drummers of Today's Modern Art Drumming. Today after the Loss of Former Guitarist Fredrik G, Mind's Eye Sees More Possibilities Than Ever Before with Newfound Label Lion Music, They Would Like to Invite You to an Audio/Picture About Us "Homosapiens" and What We Do to Ruin this Planet. You Are Welcome to Try These Waters.

Customer Reviews:

Inspired prog-rock extravanganza.......2006-09-15

It's too bad there aren't many reviews on this album. "Mind's Eye" has created an excellent CD full of catchy yet intricate vocal harmonies, top-notch song construction, and a seamless, flowing quality to the songs that doesn't seem contrived. Whereas some progressive bands excel at virtuosity (which some denigrate as "overplaying"--but isn't that the very essence of progressive music?), "Mind's Eye" excel at creating memorable, infectious grooves and fantastic melodies. Their sound is huge for a core of only three musicians. And every player is a master of his instrument. The singer is instantly likeable, with a pleasing mid-range voice that reminds me occasionally of Freak Kitchen's singer, especially when he mentions "Sixty Minutes" in the opening song, "Rabbit in a Hat". Every tune here is a winner, with my favorites being "Ms. Claire Voyant", "Getting You Out of my Sytem", "Heal My Karma", and the awesome "Sahara In An Hourglass". "Sahara" has an ominous, recurring, Middle-Eastern tinged melody that reminds me of Black Stallions thundering across a desert with hooded bandits in the saddles waving scimitars--great music that paints a picture. They also use vocal processing, muted urban drumbeats, and electronic effects to add modern flourishes.
Clocking in at 75 minutes, "Walking on H2O" is a generous offering of this neglected band's musical prowess. For me it's one of the best releases in the last decade.

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Magic Show
Willie and Me
Manufacturer: Sweet H20 Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000E1XONK
Release Date: 2005-10-13

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Circle
Little House>Come back Home
Medicine Man
Happy Bliss
Magic Show
Polyphonic Texture
April Rainbow
Nightlife
Oh My Mind
Shine
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Magic Show is the debut cd by the Wilmington, North Carolina based band Willie and Me. Magic Show covers many musical genres from rock, to R&B, to bluegrass to bar-room rags, and the band navigates these landscapes with style and precision. An Honest Tune Magazine summed it up by calling it "pure magic."

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Walking on H20
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Manufacturer: Lion Music Finland
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ASIN: B000DZIG6C
Release Date: 2006-02-07

Crossbones / Cross Bones Soundtrack: Payback By Yukmouth / Suga Free / Macmall, Creep up in the Midnight By Powerman Mc and Latin Boy, Fire By E-mirc, My Other Love By Dna, Same Day By Chop Black, Nevrgivafuc By E-mirc, What Shall I Do By Powerman Mc, Hoodreality By Trill Ville / Lil' Scrappy / Scoot Dog / Band Aid / Yukmouth / Al Biggs / 40 Gloc, Talkin' Bout By C-note / Bun B / Juvinile, H20 By E-mirc, Guns and Butta By Will Hen, Crosbones Original Score

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Crossbones / Cross Bones Soundtrack: Payback By Yukmouth / Suga Free / Macmall, Creep up in the Midnight By Powerman Mc and Latin Boy, Fire By E-mirc, My Other Love By Dna, Same Day By Chop Black, Nevrgivafuc By E-mirc, What Shall I Do By Powerman Mc, Hoodreality By Trill Ville / Lil' Scrappy / Scoot Dog / Band Aid / Yukmouth / Al Biggs / 40 Gloc, Talkin' Bout By C-note / Bun B / Juvinile, H20 By E-mirc, Guns and Butta By Will Hen, Crosbones Original Score

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