Spiritual Minded

Editorial Reviews
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As hip-hop eats itself and continues to digest everything else around it, so does KRS-One. After performing every other recognizable rap subgenre, from "gangsta" to "battle" and "conscious," the Blastmaster goes gospel this time around. On "God Is Spirit," he teams up with talented gospel MC and Notorious B.I.G. soundalike B.B. Jay with decent results, while "Power" sounds way more gospel than hip-hop. The themes of redemption and rebirth run throughout the album, especially on "Tears," which is dedicated to the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and "Good-Bye", which pays homage to fallen hip-hop soldiers like Scott La Rock and Eazy E, among others. You do get a small taste of the rapper you grew to love on "The Conscious Rapper," a brilliant essay that takes you through the trials and tribulations of a "conscious" MC, so the album's not entirely bad. But the problem is the beats. KRS-One self-produced more than a quarter of the album, while the rest of the underwhelming rhythm tracks cooked up by mediocre knob twiddlers Domingo and DJ Tine Tim ultimately sink this project. Spiritually Minded is no Criminal Minded. --Dalton Higgins

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Spiritual Minded

Tracks:

Opening
Lord Live Within My Heart
Take Your Tyme
Take It To God
Good Bye
South Bronx 2002
Never Give Up
T Bone Speaks
Tears
The Struggle Continues (Choose Your Way)
The Conscious Rapper
T-Bone Speaks Again
Trust
Come To The Temple
Ain't Ready
God Is Spirit
Know Thy Self
G. Simone Speaks
Dayz Ahead
Power

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As hip-hop eats itself and continues to digest everything else around it, so does KRS-One. After performing every other recognizable rap subgenre, from "gangsta" to "battle" and "conscious," the Blastmaster goes gospel this time around. On "God Is Spirit," he teams up with talented gospel MC and Notorious B.I.G. soundalike B.B. Jay with decent results, while "Power" sounds way more gospel than hip-hop. The themes of redemption and rebirth run throughout the album, especially on "Tears," which is dedicated to the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and "Good-Bye", which pays homage to fallen hip-hop soldiers like Scott La Rock and Eazy E, among others. You do get a small taste of the rapper you grew to love on "The Conscious Rapper," a brilliant essay that takes you through the trials and tribulations of a "conscious" MC, so the album's not entirely bad. But the problem is the beats. KRS-One self-produced more than a quarter of the album, while the rest of the underwhelming rhythm tracks cooked up by mediocre knob twiddlers Domingo and DJ Tine Tim ultimately sink this project. Spiritually Minded is no Criminal Minded. --Dalton Higgins

Customer Reviews:

Confusing markerting, but great product........2007-06-13

The first mistake in listening to this album is to look at it as a Christian album. People who are familiar with Kris will get the messages he gives in this album, as they aren't new..this is just the first time that he focused a whole album on a more spiritual bend. Look at it as another KRS album, and nothing more...and on that level it is great. Lyrically it's some of the best writing and flowing he's done since his BDP days. This is KRS-ONE. Not some watered down version, like some of you are thinking.

Unfortunately the appearance of what the album seems to represent is turning off some of his old fans and new ones who may have been expecting a more Christian project, which is too bad.

Such An Uplifting Album From A Legendary MC.......2006-12-05

Really KRS-ONE has always had songs on each of his albums before and after this album was released that could be used to make you think about how the realities of life are and how we could get through our problems. But really whenever I have a tough time, I always put this album on in its entirety and it helps clean out my soul, I really gotta give love to what he's done here, don't get scared 'cause it's called gospel rap, it's still real hip-hop for the soul, listen to songs like "So Many Tears", "God Is Spirit", "Welcome To The Temple", "Goodbye", and "Take Your Time", god bless Kris Parker AKA KRS-ONE, I love it how you don't just fill your albums with corny beats and booty shaking songs, you deliver real messages that people need to hear 'cause that's what an mc is a supposed to do, keep on writing the inspirational raps brotha!

KRS's weakest entry into his library.......2006-07-24

I have always been a huge fan of Kris Parker. I like what KRS has done. I like what he is doing. I like the fact that he has never looked to what the masses are putting out and has instead tried from day one to promote positivity. Therefore, I find that this effort is laudable in its attempt to bring KRS's spirituality to an audience that has been listening to him for decades.

Unfortunately, it falls flat on its face.

The songs on this album do not manage to live up to the message in the lyrics. KRS is best known for bringing a message to all people by writing about things that could be understood by all people. That aspect of his work is forgotten on this album, and his work comes across as his preaching instead of his teaching. It's almost like he's forgotten the experiences that brought about his spirituality, and instead focuses on the goal without paying attention to the trials and tribulations that got him there.

Musically, the beats are mostly just plain terrible, and feel devoid of warmth or personality. The lyrics feel forced and while his delivery is excellent, the writing is not up to his usual high standard.

Most rappers these days are known for the beats they put together, or the hooks of their songs. Few are known for true lyrical ability. KRS has never before fallen victim to this trap. The reason Criminal Minded, Boom Bap and Necessary did so well was the mix of good writing, excellent delivery and beats that worked with the material presented. Everyone who listens to hip hop can quote lyrics from those albums (and many, if not most, of KRS's other offerings) - the same can't be said with this album, as he didn't find the right mix to present the material.

Pick up this album if you want a complete KRS ONE collection - otherwise, leave it on the shelf.

Took a little bit to get used to, but its dope........2006-05-29

I really don't like gospel music. Actually it is my least favorite music. But on this album once you get past the slight tinge of gospel to it, it is dope. My main problem with the album is I don't really care for the gospel type hooks on certain songs. But be aware this type of hook isn't on every song. When you get down to the lyrics and subject matter, this is a superior album. I wish he hadn't really added the religious aspect because you get these so called "christians" judging his faith and what he believes in when they don't understand christianity to begin with. If you are a KRS fan like am from the beginning, this album belongs in your collection. I would let my child listen to this album before some of these other albums that are sending messages to have my son put in jail.

KRS One and the Temple.......2006-02-25

This is one of my favorite Hip-Hop albums of ALL-TIME and I love me some Hip-Hop. Honestly, it is ridiculous how good it is. Some of the beats come off a little corny, but the style and fluidity of KRS's rapping overshadows that. A lot of people on here are saying KRS is a Five Percenter and doesn't believe in God. But obviously they haven't listened to him speak ever. Have you read Ruminations? Have you listened to Spiritual Minded? Obviously not. KRS is a true Christian and believes that Hiphop is the modern manifestation of Christ's teachings (that being peace, love, and unity...real Hiphop).

This album is promoting THINKING FOR YOURSELF, not just his ideas or Christian ideas. At one point on the album he says (and I might get this a little wrong) "Focus on awakening the God within you." That doesn't mean that you are God. That means follow your faith, your own God ("It could be Allah, Jesus, Buddha, Krishna, Aphrodite,") and be like them. Don't just say you believe and go out and not be like the God you believe in.

KRS has my respect as a teacher and an Emcee. Give him yours or not, I don't care. He is my third favorite philosopher, theologian and teacher (right behind Jesus and John Paul II, 1 and 2 respectively).

Peace,
Seppe

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from Solo Piano Publications
Play This CD When You Paint
This is very special, wonderful music. Do yourself a favor!
Sit back and watch the musical tapestry unfold!
Hauntingly beautiful, exquisitely performed

The Dream of the Ancient Ones

Manufacturer: Heart Earth Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000J3AF
Release Date: 1993-09-03

Tracks:

Incantation I
: The Dream of the Ancient Ones
: The Dream of Make Believe
: Incantation II
: The Dream of Flight
: The Dream of Mother Earth
: Incantation III
: The Dream of the Silent One
: The Wonder of Miracles

Album Description

A musical triptich of power and imagination, which embraces the ancient and earthly powers. (Solo Piano)

Customer Reviews:

from Solo Piano Publications.......2003-04-15

"The Dream of the Ancient Ones" was pianist/composer Craig Urquhart's second solo piano recording, and he accurately calls it "an epic." Somewhat "bigger" and more powerful than Urquhart's other recordings, "Ancient Ones" reveals another facet of his playing and composing styles. The nine tracks are grouped into three movements, each with an introductory Incantation, and two dreams. The work as a whole was designed as a musical and mythical approximation of a classic religious "triptych" painting, with two sides opening to the third. "The Ancient Ones" are the ancestors from long ago who brought knowledge to civilization over the centuries and have special spiritual powers. The three Incantations reflect the use of magical ceremonies used to summon this ancient knowledge. Overall, the music is dark and mysterious with strong classical influences. Urquhart is an exceptionally expressive pianist, giving his music a broad range of musical colors. While the three incantations are darker and more improvised, there are also quieter, gentler pieces such as the warm and serene "The Wonder of Miracles," which closes the epic on an optimistic and peaceful note. "The Dream of Flight" was composed for Urquhart's late employer, Leonard Bernstein (Urquhart was his personal assistant for the last five years of his life), as a birthday gift, and is also very tranquil, as is "The Dream of Mother Earth." I really enjoy all of the tracks on this album, but especially like the rhythm and energy of "Incantation II." "The Dream of the Ancient Ones" is a fascinating musical journey.

Play This CD When You Paint.......1999-09-16

I love listening to "The Dream of the Ancient Ones" when I'm in the studio working. I highly recommend this CD to any artist seeking inspirational music.

This is very special, wonderful music. Do yourself a favor!.......1999-08-11

If you don't know the work of Craig Urquhart, you're in for that rare thrill -- the discovery of a major talent! You'll wonder where this special soul has been all your life. Forget the mishmosh of a lot of so-called new-age stuff -- this is the right stuff, the REAL THING! Greatness. Talent. Artistry. MUSIC!

Sit back and watch the musical tapestry unfold!.......1999-06-09

This is perhaps his most powerful album; it call forth vast energies and textures that have the capacity to transport the listener to and extremely palpable sacred space. If you want to be blown away this is the album for you.

Hauntingly beautiful, exquisitely performed.......1999-05-28

Craig Urquhart is a musical wonder, both as composer and pianist. His cd is beautifully rendered and has afforded many hours of enjoyment, solace and complete relaxation. I highly recommend Mr. Urquhart's work to anyone who seeks quality and creativity in their lives - musical and otherwise.

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Spiritual Minded
Noe'
Manufacturer: New Way Songs
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00022EW3W
Release Date: 2004-01-05

Tracks:

Believe
Spiritual Minded
Press Toward the Mark
You Can Make it Through
You're My Everything
More Each Day
More Than You'll Ever Know
Fill Me With Your Loving Touch
Mighty Fortress
It Was You
Learning to Forgive
Te Necesito M More Each Day

Album Description

"From praise, to worship, to dancin'. As you listen to the lyrics, it is evident that Noé Féliz has tapped into the very heartbeat of God. His original songs communicate the awesomeness of God's power, His presence and His love. No matter where you are in life, these melodies will hit home for you. Noé is an anointed psalmist, created by God to express his glory through song. This CD will usher you into praise, elevate you into worship and before it's all over, you'll be dancin'."

Bishop George C. Searight -
Abundant Life Family Worship Church

"You can tell this CD was birthed out of a relationship with God. The versatility of songs are a refreshing blend with Noe's unique vocals. Truly, word based and uplifting to your spirit. I highly recommend this CD."

Tracks:

Opening
Lord Live Within My Heart
Take Your Tyme
Take It to God
Good Bye
South Bronx 2002
Never Give Up
T Bone Speaks
Tears
Struggle Continues (Choose Your Way) - KRS-One, T-Bone Stone, Temple of Hiphop
Conscious Rapper
T Bone Speaks Again
Trust
Come to the Temple - Fat Joe, KRS-One, , , Smooth B., Temple of Hiphop
Ain't Ready
God Is Spirit
Know Thyself
G. Simone Speaks
Dayz Ahead
Power
Get Your Self Up [Pete Rock Remix]

Album Details

Japanese Edition of his 2002 Album with a Bonus Track: 'no More Tears'

Customer Reviews:

Now THIS IS Hip Hop.......2003-04-16

This CD makes me PROUD(er) to be a CHRISTian!! My kids love it too! The beats are tight and we already know he is the greatest of all time (sorry LL)! For those that don't know the difference between Rap and Hip-Hop, this is it! Love it, love it, LOVE IT! Stop reading and go get it!!

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