Popular Songs & Dances of Turky

1. Andadolu Çiftetellisi [Instrumental]

2. Begün Have [Chant]

3. Misket [Instrumental]

4. Hey Nare [Chant]

5. Div Div [Instrumental]

6. Kime Gidem [Chant]

7. Çiftetelli [Instrumental]

8. Konya Bülbülü [Chant]

9. Bagdat [Instrumental]

10. Murat [Chant]

11. Vermem Seni Elere [Instrumental]

12. Yürü Ey Ömrümün Yara [Chant]

13. Bahriye Çiftetellisi [Instrumental]

14. Senem [Chant]

Tracks:

Don't Know Why
Seven Years
Cold Cold Heart
Feelin' The Same Way
Come Away With Me
Shoot The Moon
Turn Me On
Lonestar
I've Got To See You Again
Painter Song
One Flight Down
Nightingale
The Long Day Is Over
The Nearness Of You

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It is not just the timbre of Norah Jones's voice that is mature beyond her 22 years. Her assured phrasing and precise time are more often found in older singers as well. She is instantly recognizable, blending shades of Billie Holiday and Nina Simone without sounding like anyone but herself. Any way you slice it, she is a singer to be reckoned with. Her readings of the Hank Williams classic "Cold Cold Heart" and Hoagy Carmichael's "The Nearness of You" alone are worth the price of the CD. Jones's own material, while not bad, pales a bit next to such masterpieces. They might have fared better had she and producer Arif Mardin opted for some livelier arrangements, taking better advantage of brilliant sidemen such as Bill Frisell, Kevin Breit, and Brian Blade; or if the tunes had simply been given less laconic performances. Jones has all the tools; what will come with experience and some careful listening to artists like J.J. Cale and Shirley Horn is the knack of remaining low-key without sounding sleepy--sometimes less is not, in fact, more. --Michael Ross

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Customer Reviews:

If you like piano and soft jazz ..........2007-08-07

I admit I bought this because 1) I needed something else to get free shipping on HP 7, and 2) I needed something I could listen to at work on my iPod that isn't by the Beatles. I already recieved Long Way Home as a gift a while back, and figured this would be more of the same relaxing stuff. But, once I popped the CD for a quick listen on the way home one day, the wonderful piano music and lyrics made this not only a relaxing listen, but one I keep coming back to almost every day. I love the title track, and admit I sing along full volume in my car on the way home from work. Okay, and push repeat several times as well. After a while, a few of the songs wear on you (Lonestar and Painter being the two I now routinely skip due to the less-than-stellar lyrics), but most are jazzy, meaningful, and well worth the purchase.

one of the best CDs I own.......2007-07-25

Other reviewers have gone into a lot of depth about this CD already, so I'll keep my endorsement short and to the point. The CD is fantastic and is one of the best that I own. You will never get tired of listening to this one.

Simply addictive!.......2007-07-12

This is her best album!
Her voice is unbelievable, the delivery is amazing and the lyrics are stunning!

Haunting sounds.......2007-07-06

For 3 months, my Norah Jones CDs have taken over my car stereo. This woman is very talented!

The phenom Ms Jones.......2007-06-27

This is such an outstanding production, so much better than the later(I think) CD. Miss Jones should be careful which guitar players back her up. She should stick to Bill Frizell or maybe she should try Mark Knoffler, if she can get him away from Emmy Lou.

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The true deserved Idol champ proves his talent with a debut littered with potential...
One Word...Amazing!
Takes my breath away
Not up to hopes
Great Talent.

Elliott Yamin
Elliott Yamin
Manufacturer: Hickory Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000N60HD6
Release Date: 2007-03-20

Tracks:

Movin On
Wait For You
Find a Way
One Word
You Are the One
I'm the Man
Trainwreck
Free
Alright
Take My Breath Away
A Song For You

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Elliott Yamin's debut is so agreeable and well-executed it may well convert hardened R&B experts--the kind who'd normally distance themselves from a disc with a TV pedigree. With sincerity and a voice that vaults itself to places no talent-show contestant should be able to go, Yamin bares his soul here in a way that would do his hero, Donny Hathaway, proud. Tracks like "Take My Breath Away" and "You Are the One" find him twisting a wrench around love-stained lyrics; "I'm the Man" and "Find A Way" flow with hat-in-hand grace (and, in the case of the latter, a scat worthy of a vintage jazz stage); and opener "Movin' On" immortalizes the season five judges'-table words of Paula Abdul: Ellliott Yamin is "one funky white boy." As he proves with this five-star album, he is also among the most gifted artists ever to a turn a stint on the show into a recording career. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

The true deserved Idol champ proves his talent with a debut littered with potential..........2007-08-07

I like Taylor Hicks as much as the next guy, and I was one of the ones who called his win the second I saw him audition, but if we want to be entirely honest with ourselves Elliott Yamin was the real deserved winner. His voice is unrivaled by any other singer I've seen on the show (male at least) and his debut album is further proof of that. While these eleven tracks are not as strong as I would have liked, they for the most part showcase his talent, the sheer quality of his amazing voice, and they provide enough enjoyment to make for a worthwhile purchase. Elliott was one of the singers who could sing anything he leant his voice to, so when contemplating his album my wife and I struggled with which direction he would eventually go in. I'm happy to say he stuck with ballads (which showcase his pipes) as well as R&B tracks that allow him smooth vocals to harmonize beautifully with bass lines and piano keys.

The album opens with a very `Boyz II Men' sounding track, `Movin On'. That's a good thing. He does very well with that style, and the beats really compliment his voice. He's ups his game though with `Wait for You', the first single off the album and arguably the best track here. I still can't hear enough of it. His voice is perfect here, even live (when he performed on AI this season he proved to be the best guest performance in the history of the show) and the beat is just brilliant. He turns things a little more upbeat, at least beat wise, on `Find a Way' where he laments about the struggles of humanity. It's a little deep for a pop track and I can't decide if it really manages to work itself out, but it's not a bad track by any means. He gets back to form though on `One Word' with the R&M beats and silky vocals, with a chorus that's infectious and sweet. A sure fire favorite for the ladies I'm sure.

`You Are the One' is the first sure-fire ballad of the album and Yamin truly delivers. The ivory beat setting the mood and his vocals help transcend past the generic formulistic lyrics and allow the listener to get into the song. The chorus adds a layer of maturity to the track, almost aged sounding, like it belongs in another time period. And back to form again with `I'm the Man' Yamin immediately gets into the mood of the music with slick vocals and catchy lyrics. This is one of those tracks you just have to sing along with. The guitars towards the end of the track add a layer of rock ballad going on. What I really appreciate about Yamin is that he doesn't push it with every track, belting out and proving his range. He's perfectly comfortable allowing the subtle tones in his voice to speak volumes.

`Train Wreck' has that aged feeling I was talking about with `You Are the One', but I think it may even work better here than in the previous. His voice is just about perfect here and he reminds me of watching him on the show and knowing he was a star. `Free' has one of the best beats on the album, the piano is great, but I'm not a fan of the track itself. The chorus tries to hard to be inspirational, with the female quire vocals going, and I just can't bring myself to really enjoy it. I don't know but in my opinion Mariah Carrey and Whitney Houston are like the only ones who can get away with the `inspirational' ballads. `Alright' is much more upbeat than any of the other tracks here and it works well. Elliott falls back to the ballad with `Take My Breath Away', but it's with his cover of `A Song for You' that he truly reaches his peak. His vocals are unimaginatively brilliant here, and if you remember his fantastic performance of this song on Idol you'll understand full well why this had to be included on his album.

So, in the end Elliott Yamin proves once and for all that he had the voice that should have garnered him the Idol title, and even though he was denied the crown he goes out on top with an album littered with gems and potential. His next album will undoubtedly be a grand slam now that he's proven himself with flying colors.

One Word...Amazing!.......2007-08-04

Elliott Yamin is the best kept secret! I loved him on American Idol and always thought he had the most amazing range of vocals and should have won! I'm delighted his CD is out and every song is better than the next. This is a perfect combination of soul, funk, jazz and easy listening. His songs give me goose bumps and bring me to tears.
I particularly love the song - "One Word"!

Takes my breath away.......2007-08-03

Elliott Yamin was my favorite on season five of "American Idol," which was filled with talented singers. I purchased his debut CD the day it was released. However, I wanted to listen for awhile before writing a review. I definitely liked it when it was first released, but "Elliott Yamin" is a relatively subtle CD that takes a few listens to fully appreciate. The CD tends toward up-tempo ballads and love songs, which is really what Elliott excels as singing. Overall, I think he did a great job at selecting songs that suit his voice and also blend into a cohesive CD.

The first single ("Wait for You") is particularly beautiful and has become a solid hit. The song had a slow start before eventually making it into the top 20 of Billboard's Hot 100. I also enjoy "I'm the Man," which features an atmospheric intro and incredibly catchy chorus. "Free" has somewhat clichéd lyrics, but Elliott's vocals blend with a beautiful piano backing for a real highlight. My final favorite song is "Train Wreck," which is a somewhat bluesy ballad with one of Elliott's most soulful vocals. Elliott also co-wrote "Trainwreck," along with "Movin' On," "Find a Way," "You Are the One," and "Alright." The CD ends with the only remake; of course it had to be Donnie Hathaway's "A Song for You," which was one of the highlights of Elliott's "American Idol" stint.

All in all, Elliott has released a very good debut CD that has obviously pleased most of his fans. I'm enjoying it more than four months after its release. Some listeners might find the focus on ballads a bit tiring, but do yourself a favor and listen to the CD for awhile before judging it.

Not up to hopes.......2007-08-02

I was realy excited to get this cd, as I felt Elliott should have won American Idol. However, I don't think the songs were well chosen to showcase his talent and many of the songs arrangements overshadowed his dynamic vocal capabilities. I have listened to it twice and not been tempted to listen again.

Great Talent........2007-08-02

When I first heard him sing, I knew that he would win American Idol. But he didn't have the so-call look. Each song can hold it's on against some of the music out there now. I hope that his cd doesn't get lost like I've seen so many do. I pray that on his second cd that he works with stronger producers. Give this cd a try and you'll see what I mean.

Songs from the Labyrinth (Music by John Dowland)

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Very disappointing
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Elizabethan Music
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Songs from the Labyrinth (Music by John Dowland)

Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon
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ASIN: B000HXDESU
Release Date: 2006-10-10

Tracks:

Walsingham
Can she excuse my wrongs?
Ryght honorable: as I have bin most bounde unto your honor Â…
Flow my tears
Have you seen the bright lily grow
Then in time passing on Mr. Johnson diedÂ…
The Most High and Mighty Christianus the Fourth, King of Denmark
The lowest trees have tops
And accordinge as I desired ther cam a letterÂ…
Fine knacks for ladies
From thenc I went to the Landgrave of HessenÂ…
Fantasy
Come, heavy sleep
Forlorn Hope Fancy
And from thence I had great desire to see ItalyÂ…
Come again
Wilt thou unkind thus reave me
After my departure I caled to mynde our conferenceÂ…
Weep you no more, sad fountains
My Lord WilloughbyÂ’s Welcome Home
Clear or cloudy
Men say that the Kinge of Spain is making gret preparationÂ…
In darkness let me dwell

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In choosing to cover the music of John Dowland (1563-1626), who is known as the "melancholy madrigalist" from his output of cheerful ditties like "Flow My Tears," Police bandleader Sting has entered into a whole new realm of austere eeriness. Originally inspired by the gift of a lute, the rock superstar and activist sings the songs, deliciously sweet and tender or spirited by turn, accompanying himself, with Edin Karamazov sitting on lute and archlute. For listeners accustomed to hearing material of this period interpreted by rigorously trained early music stylists, especially countertenors and the like, Sting's sometimes tight-jawed, chest-heavy vocals may seem amateurish. It's undeniable that in four-part harmonies, the singer, tightly overdubbed, comes across like a combination of the Swingle Singers and Queen (meaning Freddy Mercury and crew, NOT the first Elizabeth). But it's important to remember that music of this period was routinely heard as a casual diversion in private homes, even more often than at Court. It was considered a crucial social skill to be able to join in with an adequate degree of skill, but not everyone was able to negotiate the perilous melodic twists and turns typical of the era's music. With this in mind, the overall effect is of a candle-lit, postprandial entertainment in the home of an English gentleman. Muttered readings from Dowland's letters and brief snippets of sampled birdsong aside, it is a courageous effort, displaying heartfelt admiration for the composer and a considerable degree of earnest charm. --Christina Roden

Album Description

StingÂ's Songs From The Labyrinth is an album of 17th century music composed by John Dowland and performed on the lute, an ancient acoustic guitar. After being given a lute nearly two years ago as a gift, Sting became fascinated and immersed himself with the instrument and the history of lute music. Reminded of his almost 25 year long enthrallment with the works of John Dowland, the Elizabethan composer who wrote songs for the lute, Sting has recorded a new album of vocal and lute music. All songs were composed by Dowland in the 17th century, but have been given new life in these fresh new recordings by Sting. Sting not only sings all the songs (accompanied by leading lutenist Edin Karamasov, who appears on two Andreas Scholl albums), but also plays lute on two instrumental duets with Edin and reads short extracts from a fascinating autobiographical letter by Dowland. Sting has also written a brilliant account of the album's genesis, along with notes on the individual tracks, which serves as the CD booklet.

Customer Reviews:

great CD.......2007-07-23

As usual, this is a great STING's cd. Wonderful music and interpretation. Its amazin these songs were written on the 16 century.
I will completely recomend anyone this CD.

Very disappointing.......2007-07-19

As we all know, the music of John Dowland is lovely. When played by Paul Odette or Julian Bream it is exquisite. However, this production is almost depressing. Sting's gravelly voice finally grated on me and I probably won't play this again. The lute performance is mediocre also. The best song is that which they use to promote the album. Pass on this one.

*sigh*.......2007-07-16

I am a lutenist myself, who had experience as both a rock guitarist and a classically trained clarinetist before also picking up the lute. I have a great love for Dowland that comes from years of playing his songs myself as well as hearing great musicians (like Paul O'Dette) play them. And this CD makes me sad.

In a way, it doesn't surprise me that Sting would do this. For years now he's been trying to gain cred in the classical music world (I have a 1988 recording of him doing Stravinsky's A Soldier Tale that delighted me when I was 16 and musically ignorant, but now makes my eyes roll into the back of my head). What upsets me is he had to do something that's initimately important to me as a musician. The is problem is that when it comes this kind of music, as others have said, he IS an amatuer, and all his heavy-handed, juvenile earnesty and clumsy, misplaced intensity just drains out all the joy I would normally experience from these songs. Moreover, he's voice isn't merely "untrained" - it's *shot* from years of strain caused by bad "rock" vocal technique. It's just pitiful to listen to in such an exposed context. If you think this is how these songs ought to be intrepreted, you're sadly mistaken.

There are people who would call Sting a "pop genius, " laud him and hand him all sort of impressive looking awards and honors, but this is the music of a real genius, someone who knew not just how to write lyrics that hit home with his audience, but as how to compose songs with unparallel grace, form and sophistication in an idiosyncratic style that bridged convention and innovation. And Sting simply cannot do Dowland's music justice. He just doesn't have the chops or the insight. It's great he's supposedly "studied" this music and that he wrote lengthy, flowery liner notes, but did he really need to record this CD for any reason that his own self-satisfaction? It's far too obvious he hasn't done the same level of groundwork of countless Early Music musicians who don't do this a hobby or avocation from political causes or high-profile celebrity, but as their sole passion. Why couldn't he simply support those musicians, without trying to grab some spotlight for himself? Having a decent lutenist as a sidekick just isn't enough to pull him up from his amatuerly, self-important bog, either. Frankly, he just doesn't get it, and at this stage, I don't think he will.

Early music lovers don't need someone like Sting to bring this music to us - we've been doing just fine without him because we have so many other, really wonderful musicians around to keep this music alive. Someone else recommended Nigel Rogers and Paul O'Dette, and I would gladly recommend them over this celebrity-fuel nonsense as well. Yes these are both musicians with academic backgrounda, but that doesn't mean they are academic musicians - far from it. They just have to hold down teaching positions and do master classes because they don't have a pop career to play the bills. Musicially and professionally, they're what Early Music musicians ought to be - dedicated, educated, passionate and yet they don't have any need to take themselves this deathly seriously.

Elizabethan Music.......2007-07-12

This is the audio component of an hour long video made by Sting on the work of Elizabethan composer John Dowland. (The video does adds greatly to the value as it places the music against the background and age (16th C) for which it was written.) Sting's voice is light tenor and right for these poems set to music about everlasting human concerns that persist to our day. But you'll not see those wonderful lutes that accompany the words, so complex to play with a beauty of sound not heard today. Between his music Sting gives an excellent spoken commentary to complete an attractive presentation of esoteric classical music with a modern undertone.

Vibe shift.......2007-07-10

Why bother? Still would like to say i love the 'shift' it takes to get into this music and how i (and my home) feel when i've enter this rather rarified realm of listening.

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Norah is so great!
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LOVE IT
Feels Like Home

Feels Like Home
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Norah Jones blew everybody away with her jazzy, country-tinged, Grammy-winning debut CD, Come Away with Me. On this recording, Jones doesn't mess with her trademark formula. Under Arif Mardin's cozy coproduction, Jones is supported by her writing partners, her Handsome Band, and some special guests (country legend Dolly Parton, Levon Helm and Garth Hudson of the Band, and jazz drummer Brian Blade, to name a few). Jones's Texas-twanged vocals and her sparse acoustic and electric Wurlitzer piano lines enliven the CD's 13 tracks, from the light and lively single "Sunrise" to Tom Waits's "The Long Way Home" and the bouncy duet with Parton, "Creepin' In." Jones's soul-baring piano/vocal rendition of Duke Ellington's "Melancholia," retitled "Don't Miss You at All," proves she's a true Blue Note artist with unlimited potential. --Eugene Holley Jr.

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'Feels Like Home' features 13 tracks & a host of special guests including Dolly Parton, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson of the Band, Jesse Harris, Robert Burger and Tony Scherr. Blue Note. 2004.

Customer Reviews:

Norah is so great!.......2007-08-08

I have always been a big Norah Jones fan! I love all of her music and this was no exception!

Good, but not the best.......2007-06-17

"Feels Like Home" is a welcome addition to any fans' collection. I gave it four stars simply because I did not think it was as good as her first or third CD. If you like Norah's other work you will like this CD, but if you don't have extra money or you would like to introduce yourself to Norah Jones purchase "Come Away With Me" or "Not Too Late" instead.

a snoozer.......2007-06-09

Wonderful intimate voice,great musical heritage, extremely monotonous songs....great if your trying to lower your bloodpressure or achieve REM state. This ain't jazz it's elevator music.

LOVE IT.......2007-04-13

I love the sound of her voice, there is no other like it.

Feels Like Home.......2007-03-23

Another Norah Jones classic in its sound and unusual genre. Easy to listen to - fun to sing with!

Songs You Know by Heart : Jimmy Buffett's Greatest Hit(s)

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Jimmy Buffett
If you only could have one Jimmy Buffet CD this is it!
This is the one that hooks you
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Perfect recipe for summer

Songs You Know by Heart : Jimmy Buffett's Greatest Hit(s)
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Critics have always been singularly unkind to Jimmy Buffett. Or at least they have since the singer became immune to their jabs, commanding a nation of Parrotheads who sell out his shows, snap up his records and books, and eat and drink in his nightclubs in Key West and New Orleans. By now, you've made up your mind as well: To paraphrase Buffett himself from his song "Volcano," you either lava him now, or you lava him not. Songs You Know by Heart is a friendly little best-of collection that features concert perennials such as "Margaritaville," "Fins," "Cheeseburger in Paradise," and the immutable "Why Don't We Get Drunk." If by some chance you've not yet been introduced to Buffett's music, this album is the best way to say hello. --Daniel Durchholz

Customer Reviews:

Jimmy Buffett.......2007-07-19

Whats too say about Jimmy Buffett...he's one of the best! Parrotheads will love this CD...

If you only could have one Jimmy Buffet CD this is it!.......2007-06-11

All the best songs, a must have if you don't have any Jimmy yet. And a great addition to your existing Jimmy collection, and a great spare with all the great songs for the car CD, and what would Jimmy do? You guessed it! Go for it, you will not be disappointed because there is no bad Jimmy Buffet songs.

This is the one that hooks you.......2007-03-24

I've been listening to Jimmy for quite a few years. A friend recommended I get this album, and after that, I had to have everything else. If you've read my reviews, you know I've been rough on Jimmy's incessant string of repetitive live albums. This is the good stuff- All the songs are pulled from Jimmy's (non-Barnaby) albums up to but not including Coconut Telegraph. It skips the album Havana Daydreamin' entirely. I agree with other reviewers that the song selection leaves out a plethora of great Buffett tunes, but you'll find them eventually. This is a sampling of the artist in his prime, and if you like it, it's safe to say you'll enjoy the larger body of his work. If you don't like it, none of his other work is going to do it for you. I always thought Jimmy would come through with a greatest hits vol.2, or at least a double cd encompassing his larger body of work. That's what "Meet Me in Margaritaville" was supposed to be, but that collection just isn't coherent and definitive as Songs You Know By Heart. After becoming a hard-core fan, I have to say that this collection is really going to be the pinnacle of his compilation albums. So, if you're interested in trying out the works of Jimmy Buffett, start here. I'll bet you won't be disappointed. This stuff is solid gold. Thank you for reading my review!(note to Jimmy- why not consider putting the title track to "havana daydreamin'" on this as a bonus track for future pressings of the cd? It's a heck of a song, and it's from the era. It would fit right in.)

Parrotheads Unite!.......2007-01-13

Truly songs we all know by heart. Great music - hard to pick a song that doesn't go well with a Corona or Margarita, and hard to pick a song since that he's done that would push one of these off the CD. The song vividly captures the spirit of Margaritaville - we are turning into the people our parents warned us about, or so we would like to believe.

Perfect recipe for summer.......2006-10-07

Step one: buy this cd
Step two: buy new blender
Step three: buy lots of rum and fruit mixes
Step four: mix the rum and fruit
Step five: pour the mixture into a glass
Step six: put on the cd
Step seven: repeat steps three through six as often as needed

If you don't drink alcohol then you'll still enjoy this greatest hits collection. All the early hits are here and it's really all you need to know about the guy. But there is a lot more good stuff out there. Make sure you give it all a listen.

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Best of Piaf
Nothing makes you feel as if you were in Paris as much as her music!!!
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Edith Piaf: 30th Anniversaire
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La Vie En Rose
J'm'en Fous Pas Mal
Les Trois Cloches
Les Amants De Paris
Bal Dans Ma Rue
Plus Bleu Que Tes Yeux
Hymne A L'amour
Jezebel
Padam Padam
Hymn To Love
Bravo Pour Le Clown
Johnny, Tu N'es Pas Un Ange
La Goualante Du Pauvre Jean
Le 'Ca Ira'
L'accordeoniste
La Vie En Rose (En Anglais)
C'est A Hambourg
L'homme A La Moto
Les Amants D'un Jour
Autumn Leaves
Dans Les Prisons De Nantes
Pour Moi Toute Seule
Il Y Avait

Tracks:

La Foule
Mon Manege A Moi (Tu Me Fais Tourner La Tete)
Fais Comme Si
Je Sais Comment
Milord
Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
Les Flonflons Du Bal
Le Vieux Piano
Mon Vieux Lucien
Mon Dieu (En Anglais)
Sous Le Ciel De Paris
Les Amants
A Quoi Ca Sert L'amour
Une Valse
Emporte-Moi
L'homme De Berlin
Legende (Inedit)
Un Dimanche A Londres (Inedit)
A L'enseigne De La Fille Sans Coeur
La Valse De L'amour
Les Mots De L'amour

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Abandoned as a baby and raised in a brothel, Piaf was dicovered singing in the streets of Paris by a club owner, who started her 30-year career during which time she became France's best-loved and best-known songstress, with major hits from beginning to end. At times singing in front of the band with no microphone, her powerful voice and emotional delivery was a striking contrast to her diminutive size. Nicknamed "the Little Sparrow," Piaf was plagued by controversy, from implications in a clubowner's death to multiple affairs (including Yves Montand and Charles Aznavour), drugs, and alcohol. Her torchy cabaret and dramatically theatrical songs eventually won her global recognition. This two-CD set covers highlights of her career up to her death in 1963, many of which are now standards. Described in France as "the greatest figure in the history of song," her voice still rings with a passion for life, something that eventually consumed her. --Derek Rath

Customer Reviews:

Best of Piaf.......2007-07-27

This collection represents a good overview of her output from the various periods of her life. It is a great selection and highly recommended.

Nothing makes you feel as if you were in Paris as much as her music!!!.......2007-07-20

This was an excellent purchase! You will not be disappointed. It reminded me of walking the streets of Paris and all things magical about the city. Edith Piaf is an artist whom everyone should be familiar with and love. She has such a great story to tell!

review of amazon orders.......2007-05-07

While Im happy with the products i purchased, all of them arrived damaged..The cd covers were all broken. i think the packaging needs to be much better and safer for international mail.

Matthew Hit the Nail on the Head.......2006-10-02

Matthew hit the nail on the head when he wrote:

"This two CD set is highly recommended for Piaf fans (as if they didn't know that already), fans of French classic vocals and fans of international music. Thank goodness Edith Piaf shared her talents with us while she lived amongst us--fans of the arts are infinitely better off because of Piaf's substantial contributions to the arts."

The Piaf legend will live forever and should. I, too, recommend the Carnegie two-cd set. It's enthralling from start to end.

Piaf, Garland and Minnelli...the world will never see women performers like these again.

Great reveiw, Matthew!

Piaf Tonight!.......2006-10-02

This two CD set is not merely a magnificent sampling of Edith Piaf's songs; it is a celebration of her career as one of the greatest female singers the world has ever known or ever will know. The songs include many of her beloved songs recorded by Piaf between 1946 and 1963.

These wonderful French classics by Piaf include "La Vie En Rose;" "Les Trois Cloches;" "Hymne À L'amour;" "Jezebel;" "Padam Padam;" "Autumn Leaves" sung in English; "Milord;" "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien;" and "Les Amants De Paris." There are, of course, many more wonderful songs--all with beautiful musical arrangements--on this two CD set. There are even two unedited songs that show how Piaf worked on a song before it was polished: "Légende" and "Un Dimanche À Londres."

While almost all of the remastering is excellent, a few songs were not done to completion. For example, "Hymne À L'amour" on the first CD is obviously simply recorded from an old 78 rpm record complete with surface noise and scratches; and "L'homme De Berlin" sounds as if someone was holding tissues in front of the microphone in order to create a muffled reproduction of the recording. However, this is a minor disappointment because the rest of the package is so perfect.

The liner notes offer an excellent essay about Piaf's life written in both English and French. There are several photos of Edith Piaf and two of them are colorized for effect. The liner notes also provide songs credits and the year each song was recorded.

Piaf recorded much, much more than these two CDs could ever hope to cover simply because her career spanned so many years; if you like this set I strongly recommend other Piaf CD recordings including her performances at Carnegie Hall in 1956 and 1957. This two CD set is really best viewed as either a thorough introduction to Piaf or as a very good retrospective of her career including most of her greatest songs.

This two CD set is highly recommended for Piaf fans (as if they didn't know that already), fans of French classic vocals and fans of international music. Thank goodness Edith Piaf shared her talents with us while she lived amongst us--fans of the arts are infinitely better off because of Piaf's substantial contributions to the arts.

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Relaxing
Nat King Cole - Love Songs
Remebering my youth
Touches The Heart
Unforgettable!

Love Songs
Nat King Cole
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ASIN: B00007LTI5
Release Date: 2003-02-11

Tracks:

When I Fall In Love
Unforgettable
The Very Thought Of You
Too Young
Let's Fall In Love
The More I See You
Stay As Sweet As You Are
Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
You're My Everything
Because You're Mine
Around The World
A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square
It's All In The Game
You Made Me Love You
For All We Know
There Goes My Heart
Love Letters
Answer Me
Stardust
Autumn Leaves
These Foolish Things (Remind Me Of You)
You'll Never Know
Let There Be Love
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Customer Reviews:

Relaxing.......2007-03-08

This is a relaxing CD that i enjoy listening to when i get home from work or have had a stressing day in general. Well worth listening to

Nat King Cole - Love Songs .......2007-03-08

A wonderful relaxing tape that I enjoy listening
to on my drive back and forth between home and work.

Remebering my youth.......2007-01-15

I enjoyed this cd so much. I think because it reminded me of listening to music with my dad in the evenings. Also, the sultry soft voice of Cole sends me to another world!

Touches The Heart.......2007-01-11

Nat King Cole is in a league of his own. No one can match his sound - or his music. He is timeless, and his music is magic. Defintely music to have a glass of good wine with.

Unforgettable!.......2006-12-21

WOW! This CD is a true bargain. There are 24 tracks on the disc, and that might be enough for some people. However, the selection quality of the music is terrific, and that's where the true bargain comes into play.

The first two songs, "When I Fall in Love" and "Unforgettable," set the tone, and the entire CD just melts your aches away!

Nat King Cole is known for his velvety voice, and this CD accentuates it to the maximum potential. This CD is the perfect background music for a romantic dinner or just a relaxing visit in your living room!

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A perfect collection from this time period!
A hit with the WWII generation
great compilation of 40's music.
Songs That Got Us Through WWII
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Songs That Got Us Through WWII
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
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ASIN: B0000032SP
Release Date: 1990-03-16

Tracks:

Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy - Andrew Sisters
I'll Be Seeing You - Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra
Don't Get Around Much Anymore (Never No Lament) - Duke Ellington & His Orchestra
Till Then - Mills Brothers
G.I. Jive - Johnny Mercer
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Yours - Jimmy Dorsey & His Orchestra
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I Wonder - Louis Armstrong
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I'll Get By (As Long As I Have You) - Ink Spots
(There'll Be Blue Birds Over)The White Cliffs Of Dover - Jimmy Dorsey & His Orchestra
Comin' In On A Wing And A Prayer - The Song Spinners
Sentimental Journey - Les Brown & His Orchestra
Waitin' For The Train To Come In - Peggy Lee
It's Been A Long, Long Time - Harry James & His Orchestra

Album Description

They may have rationed meat, milk, canned goods, and gasoline, but there was no limit to the musical talent during World War II. Morale-boosting sounds on the home front and "over there" were one of the Allies' most potent weapons. WWII gave birth to many of the 1940s' most popular artists and songs, as well as many of the most important independent record labels. Songs That Got Us Through WWII is the first of a two-volume series collecting the hits that kept the home fires burning and brought a little bit of America to the G.I.s overseas. Compiled and developed by singer/songwriter/music historian Billy Vera, Vol. 1 features many of the era's biggest artists, including The Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, The Mills Brothers, The Ink Spots, Harry James, and many more.

Customer Reviews:

A perfect collection from this time period!.......2007-08-03

This is a truly enjoyable, representative collection of songs heard during the second world war. Very reminiscent, and a real listening pleasure. The album includes a lovely ten-page booklet summarizing the meaning of and need for music during that time, including an overview of the performing groups/vocalists. Wonderful!

A hit with the WWII generation.......2007-07-15

We played this CD at a family reunion honoring our elders (who either fought in WWII or were married to those who fought). It was a hit. The tunes ranged from bouncy to sentimental, but all were enjoyable.

great compilation of 40's music........2007-03-18

i was born in 1961, but like the geeky audiophile that i am, i have eagerly dug into all the decades that have produced recorded music. i always thought that the forties were one of the weaker decades out there when it comes to sonic delights. so why do i love the two volumes of "songs that got us through wwii" so much? rhino records has a lot to do with it. as all audiophiles of the cd age now, rhino is one of the best outfits around when it comes to compilations of music. on these 2 wonderful discs from the forties, they have done it again. pure pleasure is to be had here. one drifts back to another time, across decades, to experience the popular songs of another american culture. this is a perfect introduction to that decade for anyone. having heard these two volumes, i can't wait to give the forties another chance. i am being won over, i think. thanks rhino.

Songs That Got Us Through WWII.......2007-01-04

When my mother heard this CD that I played on a recent road trip, she sang along with every one! She loved it so much that I bought one for her, plus the second one in the set. The selections are great (variety of songs and artists) and recording quality very good considering a lot of these were recorded 60 years ago. This is a great CD for anyone over 50 who grew up with this music or listened to their parents play it.

My Review.......2006-11-20

The songs on this CD are the songs I loved listening & singing to when I
was a young teen. Wonderful CD!!!

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DANA OWENS
The Queen can sing jazz!
Thats Queen Latifah?!?
Nice voice gone bad.
Queen Dana Rules!

The Dana Owens Album
Queen Latifah
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ASIN: B0002XL1XU
Release Date: 2004-09-28

Tracks:

Baby Get Lost
I Put a Spell on You
Simply Beautiful
The Same Love That Made Me Laugh
Moody's Mood for Love
Close Your Eyes
California Dreamin'
Hard Times
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy
Hello Stranger
If I Had You
Lush Life

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Everyone grows up... even rappers. Pioneering female MC Queen Latifah shows a newfound level of maturity on The Dana Owens Album. A set of standards the rapper/actress decided to cover, the album features a host of jazz classics and R&B favorites.

Latifah is at her seductive best when playing the sultry siren on Al Green's "Simply Beautiful." With a little help from Green himself, Latifah's vocals slide over the warm, organ-drenched instrumental. The result is one that works today as well as it would have several years ago. Similarly, the big band-backed "Baby Get Lost" swings with bluesy groove that is pure nostalgia.

However, it's when Latifah mines more standard fare that the album seems to hita snag. Fans of James Moody's "Moody's Mood for Love" may want to skip Latifah's version, as it misses the subtle perfection of the original. Her rendition of "I Put a Spell On You" doesn't falter, but it's not impressive either. It ends up being the kind of performance that finds you constantly waiting for more but never getting it. The same can be said for her cover of the Mamas & the Papas' "California Dreamin'."

That said, with Latifah's recent critically acclaimed turn in the film Chicago, this album's timing couldn't have been better. And with help from legendary producer Arif Mardin (Aretha Franklin), The Dana Owens Album is an interesting and impressive new chapter in the star's diverse career. --Rashaun Hall

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Hear an exclusive audio stream of Queen Latifah's "What Is This Thing Called Love."

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"...a collection of timeless classics chosen and covered by the Queen herself"

Customer Reviews:

DANA OWENS .......2007-07-26

THIS LADY (QUEEN LATIFAH) HAS OUT DONE HERSELF WITH THIS CD.
SHE IS MULTY TALENTED AND I RECOMMEND IT TO ALL HER FANS AND NEW NEW FANS.

The Queen can sing jazz!.......2007-07-24

This album is sitting right in the center of my collection of great jazz vocal recordings. What a triumph for Miss Dana Owens. Please record some more jazz tunes Queen!

Thats Queen Latifah?!?.......2007-07-19

Her rich voice is well suited for this type of jazz and blues standards. The CD is great from first to last. Listeners are always amazed when I tell them who it is. Her version of California Dreamin was a surprise. Would highly recommend this CD.

Nice voice gone bad........2007-07-09

I have really tried to like this album. Really I did. However, the more I push myself to like it the more I find wrong with it. Don't get me wrong Ms. Owens has a great voice, I think she would do well with to cover musical theater not jazz. Also, the Hello Stranger song is great but boring. Ms. Owens offers nothing new on any of the jazz standards on the cd. The songs sound forced and there is no emotion at all to them. There is no range with her voice either, every song sounds the same.

She actually butchered a few of the songs: (Lush Life and Baby Get Lost). I won't be too hard on her about Lush Life, it's a difficult song and most people butcher it (poor Billy Strayhorn). I think she should have taken the route of Ol Blue Eyes and left it alone.

Queen Dana Rules!.......2007-05-21

I always liked Queen's personality, but knowing she was a rapper didn't impress me. Then one morning it happened; a morning after when I didn't want to get out of bed, my local jazz station debuted her rendition of "California Dreamin'." Impressed that she could actually carry a tune, I sort of blew it off, then saw a video of her in the studio working on the album. BAMMO, that was it!

What a delight to discover the Queen not only used her real name on this outing, but also proved she can sing. Can she ever! What a sultry, sophisticated, easy-on-the-ears set of pipes the lovely Queen has!

While it's all good and worth the money, I have to admit I don't care all that much for "I Put a Spell on You," "Simply Beautiful," or the aforementioned "California Dreamin'." The rest, however, is a sublime treat for the ears, particularly:

The sexy brass bombshell of jazzy "Baby Get Lost" in all its boldness and attitude.

The down and dirty powerhouse blues of the chugging "The Same Love that Made Me Laugh."

The cool, erotic, mysteria of "Close Your Eyes."

Absolutely fun and thouroughly enjoyable treatment of "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy."

The sweet, nostalgic innocence of "Hello Stranger."

Simply beautiful and charming "If I Had You."

The pitch perfect phrasing and attitude old jazz classic "Lush Life." (If you think Linda Ronstadt can sing that song so well, listen to this, and I guarantee you'll laugh your buns off!)

If you like your music on the nostalgic side with a spoonful of sass, an equal measure of honey, and a generous helping of sophistication, get your hands on Queen Dana's album. The lady seriously rules!

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From the bottom of MY heart (I recommend)
Dean Martin Italian Love Songs
The Epitome of Romance
Pattie
Italian Love Songs by Dean Martin

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Arrivederci Roma
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Volare (Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu)
Innamorata (Sweetheart)
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There's No Tomorrow (O Sole Mio)
That's Amore

Customer Reviews:

From the bottom of MY heart (I recommend).......2007-02-10

This CD is worth its money just for the song From The Bottom Of My Heart. Dammi,Dammi,Dammi is probably the best Italian love song by Dino, and certainly my favorite! Thus the other 15 songs are here absolutely free! Great deal, great sound, great Artist! The only weak point (which costs one star I have already deducted from the six it's worth): Take Me In Your Arms and Come Back To Sorrento are the same songs (performed in different languages) therefore should be separated. The editor of this CD (actually compilation and non-regular issue) should also made his mind what to include here: ITALIAN or ITALIAN LOVE songs; I'm affraid that Luna Mezzo Mare (Italian folk song) does not fit the LOVE criteria. Instead, I'll be very glad to see here O Marenariello (I Have But One Heart). Luna Mezzo Mare (like the other folk song Ma Come Bali Bella Bimba and famous Santa Lucia) may be included in the future Dino's Complete Italian Collection. Dreamer?

Dean Martin Italian Love Songs.......2007-01-19

Great CD. Brings back the mood of that Italian holiday and the restaurants.

The Epitome of Romance.......2007-01-16

If your italian, married or dating one, or looking to date one, these songs are GOLD! Every romantic needs this CD in their collection to study and enjoy the full-bodied flavor of the Master "Dino" crooning these masterpieces. They include a full range of emotions and temperments one experiences in the attraction, pursuit, capture and loss of the most desireable human condition... To Love and Be Loved. Only the Italians can express love in so many colors and only Dean Martin can vocalize them. Dino is tops and this CD is proof. A great addition to any collection of love songs or Dean Martin hits. Great listening...great mood music...by one of the greatest lovers can put you and yours in the sweetest of situations.

Pattie.......2007-01-09

This CD is great....it puts a smile on my face and calms me down while
I am driving in busy traffic......I LOVE IT!!

Italian Love Songs by Dean Martin.......2007-01-05

Nobody sings love songs like Dean Martin. Great buy.

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