World of Artists [Import]

Product Description
Collection of the Most Famous Greek Melodies Feturing Zorba the Greek, Kalokierines Nostalghies and Many More.

World of Artists,Various Artists,Hallmark Records,Dance Music,Greece,Greek Folk,Pop

Average customer rating: Very Good, for the most part Disappointing Supreme Amazing Best tribute CD EVER

Instant Karma: The Amnesty International Campaign to Save Darfur Various Artists Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Tributes | Pop | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music Similar Items: Traveling Wilburys (2 CD / 1 DVD) Memory Almost Full Memory Almost Full [Deluxe Limited Edition] Live In Dublin Icky Thump ASIN: B000PMG9G2 Release Date: 2007-06-12

Tracks:

1. Instant Karma -- U2
2. #9 Dream -- R.E.M.
3. Mother -- Christina Aguilera
4. Give Peace A Chance -- Aerosmith with Sierra Leone Refuge All-Stars
5. Cold Turkey -- Lenny Kravitz
6. Whatever Gets You Through the Night -- Los Lonely Boys
7. I'm Losing You -- Corinne Bailey Rae
8. Gimme Some Truth -- Jakob Dylan Feat. Dhani Harrison
9. Oh, My Love -- Jackson Browne
10. Imagine -- Avril Lavigne
11. Nobody Told Me -- Big & Rich
12. Jealous Guy -- Youssou N'Dour

Tracks:

1. Working Class Hero -- Green Day
2. Power to the People -- Black Eyed Peas
3. Imagine -- Jack Johnson
4. Beautiful Boy -- Ben Harper
5. Isolation -- Snow Patrol
6. Watching the Wheels -- Matisyahu
7. Grow Old With Me -- Postal Service
8. Gimme Me Some Truth -- Jaguares
9. (Just Like) Starting Over -- The Flaming Lips
10. God -- Jack's Mannequin feat. Mick Fleetwood
11. Real Love -- Regina Spektor

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John Lennon would have turned 67 in 2007. If alive, he could well be at the forefront of bringing peace to Darfur, where more than half a million have died from violence and disease during four years of rebel discord. So to create awareness of the ongoing conflict, Amnesty International (with permission from Yoko Ono) has mined Lennon's solo work and rounded up nearly two dozen current artists to reinterpret the music, which spans the ex-Beatle's entire post-band catalog (plus a pair from while the Fab Four were still in business). As with any attempt to cover Beatles-related music, results are hit and miss, with kudos going to Snow Patrol and the Postal Service for capturing the starkness of "Isolation" and "Grow Old with Me," respectively, Mexican rock band Jaguares for uncovering the fear and fury in "Gimme Some Truth," and (surprise!) Christina Aguilera for nailing the complex composition and mood of "Mother." Other highlights include Jackson Browne's piano-led "Oh My Love," Green Day's louder straight take on "Working Class Hero," and the Black Eyed Peas turning "Power to the People" into a gospelly protest. Will resurrecting 30-to-40-year-old messages of peace and love be enough to help end the brutalities in Darfur? That remains to be seen. But selecting John Lennon as the author of those messages will make people listen and, with this collection, may keep them listening. --Scott Holter

Album Description

Featuring songs by the iconic John Lennon newly recorded by some of today's biggest as well as emerging artists, Instant Karma: The Campaign to Save Darfur is a major benefit-album project. In an effort to mobilize activism around this catastrophe, musicians unite to save lives. Some of the biggest artists in the world, along with today's emerging artists, all coming together for an unprecedented, brilliant collection of JOHN LENNON "covers." Proceeds from the campaign will go directly to support Amnesty International's urgent work on Darfur and other human rights crises worldwide.

Customer Reviews:

Very Good, for the most part.......2007-08-08

Nice group of John Lennon covers, and worth the price. There are, of course, some tracks that you may not like, but overall I'm pleased with the collection.

Disappointing.......2007-08-06

I bought this CD after having heard the Jack Johnson version of "Imagine," which I loved. Unfortunately, it turns out that that is the only song on the CD that I will ever actually listen to. (Why would they even put Avril Lavigne on there?)

What it really comes down to for me, though, is that I would rather listen to John Lennon's own versions of his music any day.

Supreme.......2007-08-04

This is a very nice collaction of one of the best song writers of all time

Amazing.......2007-08-04

This CD is for such a good cause, plus the artists who re-compose John Lennon's songs do a fantastic job on it.

Best tribute CD EVER.......2007-08-03

Each track is perfect for each group. No-one was out of their element. Green Day's version of Working Class Hero haunted me as much as the original. I enjoyed every track....And I am a John Lennon fan...and found the music truly a tibute to his genius.

Average customer rating: Great spin on contemporary tunes Don't buy the itunes version! Rhythms Del Mundo Rhythms del Mundo: Cuba Great Salsa/Pop Fusion CD Disappointing...buy something else

Rhythms del Mundo: Cuba Various Artists Manufacturer: Hip-O Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Rodrigo y Gabriela (with Bonus DVD) Buena Vista Social Club Remixed & Reimagined Half the Perfect World The Road to Escondido ASIN: B000J23416 Release Date: 2006-11-14

Tracks:

1. COLDPLAY - Clocks
2. JACK JOHNSON - Better Together
3. ARCTIC MONKEYS - Dancing Shoes
4. DIDO and FAITHLESS - One Step Too Far
5. IBRAHIM FERRER - As Time Goes By
6. U2 with COCO FREEMAN - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
7. MAROON 5 - She Will Be Loved
8. KAISER CHIEFS - Modern Way
9. OMARA PORTUONDO - Killing Me Softly
10. VANYA and RDM featuring QUINCY JONES - Ai No Corrida
11. STING - Fragilidad
12. VANYA and RHYTHMS DEL MUNDO - Don't Know Why
13. AQUILA ROSE and IDANIA VALDEZ - Hotel Buena Vista
14. FRANZ FERDINAND - The Dark Of The Matinee
15. LELE featuring RADIOHEAD - High And Dry
16. IBRAHIM FERRER - Casablanca (As Time Goes By)

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Created as a benefit project for Artists' Project Earth, an organization devoted to protecting the environment, reversing climate change, and tendering disaster relief, this compilation pairs Western pop stars (U2, Sting, Artic Monkeys, et al) and their hits with all-new arrangements performed by members of Cuba's Buena Vista Social Club plus other Havana-based talent. The overall effect is of a well-meaning but not entirely simpatico mutual admiration society. Coldplay's "Clocks" is a good example; the lead vocal is coolly lethargic, engulfing the spiky crags of the rhythm section like syrup on a waffle. But then, most of the singers sound strangely unconnected to the frisky 1-2-3/1-2 of the clavé beat. The contrast between the two groups of players could have been bracing, and to many ears it perhaps will be, but most of the time, they seem to transmitting from parallel universes. Not surprisingly, the best tracks are those in which hometown icons are left to do what they do best. But the late, great Ibrahim Ferrer's marvelous interpretation of "As Time Goes By" (his final recording) and Omara Portuondo's wistful yet powerful cover of "Killing Me Softly" only serve to further showcase what's amiss with the rest of the album. --Christina Roden

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Created as a benefit project for Artists' Project Earth, an organization devoted to protecting the environment, reversing climate change, and tendering disaster relief, this compilation pairs Western pop stars (U2, Sting, Artic Monkeys, et al) and their hits with all-new arrangements performed by members of Cuba's Buena Vista Social Club plus other Havana-based talent. The overall effect is of a well-meaning but not entirely simpatico mutual admiration society. Coldplay's "Clocks" is a good example; the lead vocal is coolly lethargic, engulfing the spiky crags of the rhythm section like syrup on a waffle. But then, most of the singers sound strangely unconnected to the frisky 1-2-3/1-2 of the clavé beat. The contrast between the two groups of players could have been bracing, and to many ears it perhaps will be, but most of the time, they seem to transmitting from parallel universes. Not surprisingly, the best tracks are those in which hometown icons are left to do what they do best. But the late, great Ibrahim Ferrer's marvelous interpretation of "As Time Goes By" (his final recording) and Omara Portuondo's wistful yet powerful cover of "Killing Me Softly" only serve to further showcase what's amiss with the rest of the album. --Christina Roden

Album Description

This unique compilation project brings together the legendary musicians of the Buena Vista Social Club & some of today's most popular music stars Chris Martin (Coldplay), Dido, Franz Ferdinand, Sting, Bono, Radiohead among others, performing collaborations of some of their classic hits.

Customer Reviews:

Great spin on contemporary tunes Don't buy the itunes version!.......2007-07-29

If you are going to buy this, make sure you buy on amazon! The itunes version doesn't include all the songs the CD version does.

Buena Vista has done it again. Cold play's and the Jack Johnson tune's are my favorite. The best tracks are the ones where the artist gave the group all the masters separated by tracks allowing these guy to really do their magic. Some songs seem like they just grabed the original version of the song and pasted a Latin rythem on top.

Rhythms Del Mundo.......2007-07-15

It's a good idea and not bad for the effort. The songs while some work very well ,the others were just a good try . I can see what they were trying to do. Anyway it's for a good purpose

Rhythms del Mundo: Cuba.......2007-07-05

I love this CD. Every cut is good. I can clearly appreciate the original artist and the Latin beat at the same time. I am so pleased to have a CD that every cut is good and I don't have to stop what I am doing in the cafe to skip a cut when the player is on scramble.

Great Salsa/Pop Fusion CD.......2007-07-04

The fusion of well known pop artists (ie; U2, Coldplay, etc.) and Buena Vista Social Club totally works on this great CD.

Disappointing...buy something else.......2007-06-01

This is disappointing...a few of the remakes are ok. Some cuts are intolerably poor. The overal quality is poor and it is not as advertised.

Average customer rating: A good relaxing and romantic CD nothing special Awesome!!! best coffee music French Cafe

French Cafe Various Artists Manufacturer: Putumayo World Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD France | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Compilations | International | Styles | Music French Pop | Euro Pop | Pop | Styles | Music International | Putumayo World Music Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Putumayo Presents: Paris Putumayo Presents: Italian Café C'est L'amour: Romantic French Classics The Voice of the Sparrow: The Very Best of Edith Piaf Something's Gotta Give ASIN: B0000DBJDB Release Date: 2003-11-11

Tracks:

1. Fibre De Verre - Paris Combo
2. Marilou Sous La Neige - Serge Gainsbourg
3. Si La Photo Est Bonne - Barbara
4. Juste Quelau'un De Bien - Enso Enso
5. Je M'Suis Fait Tout Petit - Georges Brassens
6. Elaeudanla Teiteia - Jane Birkin
7. La Mer Opale - Coralie Clement
8. Ondule - Mathieu Boogaerts
9. Un Jour Comme Un Autre - Brigitte Bardot
10. On N'a Pas Besoin - Paris Combo
11. Mal O Mains - Sanseverino
12. En Douce - Baguette Quartette
13. La Fee Clochette - Polo

Product Description

Legends of French chanson join exquisite new voices for an enchanting musical sojourn to the cafes of Paris. Paris Combo Fibre de Verre Serge Gainsbourg Marilou Sous La Neige Barbara Si la Photo est Bonne Enzo Enzo Juste Quelqu'un de Bien Georges Brassens Je M'Suis Fait Tout Petit Jane Birkin Elaeudanla Téïtéïa Coralie Clément La Mer Opale Mathieu Boogaerts Ondulé Brigitte Bardot Un Jour Comme un Autre Paris Combo On N'a Pas Besoin Sanseverino Mal ô Mains Baguette Quartette En Douce Polo La Fée Clochette

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Although far from definitive (no Edith Piaf in sight!), this enchanting compilation delivers a perfect aural snapshot of what spending a late summer afternoon in a French cafe actually feels like. The supreme elegance and understated approach that lie at the core of these 13 tracks will delight fans of sophisticated pop. As is the case with previous Putumayo releases, the sequencing is seamless, combining the endearingly old-fashioned flavor of George Brassens with the iconoclastic romanticism of George Gainsbourg and the sultry whispers of a youthful Brigitte Bardot. Better yet, the disc spends some valuable time introducing listeners to a new generation of French musicians who have embraced the traditional chanson format while incorporating fresh elements into the mix. Try the light-as-a-feather caress of female vocalist Enzo Enzo, the sweet playfulness of the electronica-informed Mathieu Boogaerts, and the irrepressible optimism of Paris Combo--a jazzy quintet that represents the French cafe ambiance at its cosmopolitan best. --Ernesto Lechner

Customer Reviews:

A good relaxing and romantic CD.......2007-07-16

If you want to relax and sip on a good cup of coffee / tea on a Sunday afternoon, this is a good choice.

nothing special.......2007-06-26

This cd didn't do much for me...there's only a couple songs on the entire cd that i enjoy...i skip through the rest of them (they are just goofy).

Awesome!!!.......2007-04-11

I am a high school French teacher and it is REALLY hard to find French music that doesn't make the kids groan. When I first listened to this cd I loved it, but I didn't think THEY would since our tastes in music are sometimes not real similar! Quelle surprise!!! They loved it as much as I did - some have even asked me where to purchase it. I have played it so many times that I am now ordering a back-up copy to keep here at school.
This is French music at its finest!!

best coffee music.......2007-03-20

I love sitting in a cafe and remembering when I went to Europe. This CD gives me the exact feel when I stayed in Paris. I love this cd. I play this cd all the time when I want to relax to mellow tunes.

French Cafe.......2006-11-29

I love this CD and it is one of my favorite French CD's (I own many). Putumayo does such a great job of putting together wonderful compelations from different artists. If you are looking for something you will be able to enjoy during a nice dinner at home, a relaxing car ride or as some easy listening background music, this is a great CD to get. I speak French on an intermediate level, and I've enjoyed trying to figure out what the songs are about. My husband, on the other hand, speaks no French at all, but also enjoys this CD as much as I do. Kind of strange as his regular favorites CD's include anything by U2, The Killers, Cold Play and the like. With that said, I guess French Cafe will appeal to anyone! Additionally, the new Paris Cafe, also by Putumayo, is just as popular in my house!

Average customer rating: For the true Gilmore Fan Music from Gilmore Girls Gilmore Girls Sound Gilmore Girls Soundtrack Great music

Our Little Corner of the World: Music From Gilmore Girls Various Artists Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Television Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Power Pop | Rock | Styles | Music Rhino Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Soundtracks | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Gilmore Girls - The Complete Sixth Season Gilmore Girls - The Complete Fifth Season Gilmore Girls - The Complete Fourth Season Like Mother, Like Daughter (Gilmore Girls, No. 1) Gilmore Girls - The Complete Third Season ASIN: B00006JIBS Release Date: 2002-10-01

Tracks:

1. Waltz #1 - Sam Phillips (cue)
2. What A Wonderful World - Joey Ramone
3. Child Psychology - Black Box Recorder
4. Know Your Onion! - The Shins
5. I Found Love - The Free Design
6. Car Song - Elastica
7. Oh My Love - John Lennon
8. Getting Married (Sam Phillips cue)
9. Where You Lead I Will Follow - Carole King & Louise Goffin
10. Clear Spot - Pernice Brothers
11. One Line - PJ Harvey
12. I'm The Man Who Murdered Love - XTC
13. Maybe Next Week (Sam Phillips cue)
14. Thirteen - Big Star
15. Human Behavior - Bjork
16. I Don't Mind - Slumber Party
17. Tell Her What She Wants To Know - Sam Phillips
18. It's Alright, Baby - Komeda
19. God Only Knows - Claudine Longet
20. Smile - Grant-Lee Phillips
21. O'oh - Yoko Ono
22. Rory And Lane (Sam Phillips cue)
23. Girl From Mars - Ash
24. My Little Corner Of The World - Yo La Tengo

Album Description

Full Title - Our Little Corner Of The World - Music From The Gilmore Girls. First soundtrack of music from the hit WB series. The show is packed with musical references and refreshing songs which Gilmore Girls audiences are seeking. Includes newly recorded, original songs, and music by Sam Phillips and Grant-Lee Phillips just for the soundtrack, plus opening theme song 'Where You Lead I Will Follow' by Carole King & Louise Goffin. Other artists include Joey Ramone, John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Yo La Tengo, XTC and more. Rhino. 2002.

Customer Reviews:

For the true Gilmore Fan.......2007-07-16

The Gilmore Girls may have ended, but this CD can bring you back to Stars Hollow anytime you listen to it. This is a must have for the true Gilmore fan!

Music from Gilmore Girls.......2007-06-29

This product came very timely and I am very happy with it as well. Thank you!

Gilmore Girls Sound.......2007-03-11

Being an avid supporter of the show, I enjoy the sound track, a very diverse selection of songs and artists. If you enjoy the music on the show, you'll love the CD.

Gilmore Girls Soundtrack.......2007-01-18

The cd is OK.......not great, but then I didn't seem to remember such loud music in the series.....I think I expected more of the troubadour and Carol King.

Great music.......2007-01-10

If you like the Gilmore Girls shows, then this cd is a must. I bought it for my 14 year old daughter. She was thrilled when she opened the cd on Christmas.

Average customer rating: Usual great quality you can expect from Putumayo stress buster Beautiful music! Dreamland CD a big hit Beautiful, complex, soothing

Dreamland Various Artists Manufacturer: Putumayo World Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Compilations | International | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Lullabies | Children's Music | Styles | Music Children's Music | Putumayo World Music Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music International | Putumayo World Music Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Putumayo Kids Presents: Sing Along With Putumayo World Playground African Playground Lullaby: A Collection Planet Sleeps ASIN: B00008XESC Release Date: 2003-05-20

Tracks:

1. Naima (Benin) - Angelique Kidjo
2. Ny Fitiavako An'i Mama (Madagascar) - Erick Manana
3. A Lullabye (Canada) - Teresa Doyle
4. Thula Mama (South Africa) - Sibongile Khumalo
5. Arriba Del Cielo (Mexico) - Claudia Martinez
6. Yi-Rrana (Australia) - Letterstick Band
7. La Vai Alguem (Brazil) - Virginia Rosa
8. Cradle Spell Of Dunvegan (Scotland) - Lynn Morrison
9. Numi Numi (USA) - Tanja Solnik
10. Cradle Song (Japan) - The Sanshin Cafe Orchestra
11. Cancion Para Dormir A Un Nino (Argentina) - Beatriz Pichi Malen
12. Durme Durme (Brazil) - Fortuna
13. Lullaby (Tatarstan/Russia) - Zulya

Product Description

This CD has beautiful, calming songs from around the world are perfect for bedtime, meditation, yoga and relaxation. Some of the songs included are A Lullabye, Arriba Del Cielo, and Cradle Spell of Dunvegan.

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If these truly gorgeous lullabies and songs from all over the world don't soothe the savage beast within your child, nothing will. This hypnotic collection of soft and slow melodies--some ancient, some new--is perfect for lulling a child to sleep or for any evening when you want to escape into a warm bath with candles. Carlos Santana accompanies African singer Angelique Kidjo on the sweet opener, "Naima." Claudia Martinez sings "Arriba Del Cielo (Above the Sky)," a lilting traditional lullaby with roots in the Mexican state of Guerrero. The Letterstick Band, from the small An-Barra clan of Australian Aborigines, performs the moving "Yi-Rrana (Sunset)." One favorite is "Lá Vai Alguém (There Goes Someone)," a hot-summer-night-sounding lullaby sung in velvety tones by Virginia Rosa. Another lovely addition is Kanji Yano of the Sanshin Café Orchestra playing a generations-old lullaby on a traditional stringed instrument from Okinawa called the sanshin. The liner notes, written in English, Spanish, French, and Dutch, provide kid-friendly facts about the countries of origin. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the Putumayo Cross-Cultural Initiative, a non-profit organization that uses the power of world music and the arts to inspire children to connect with diverse cultures. Vive Dreamland! --Karin Snelson

Customer Reviews:

Usual great quality you can expect from Putumayo.......2007-07-02

Putumayo produced CDs is the only music I have ever bought without knowing it first and I have never been disappointed. This is a gorgeous collection which my children listen to at night but which can also be enjoyed by everybody of all ages at any time of the day! We also recommend Asian Dreamland which is just lovely and even more gentle and dreamy.Putumayo Kids Presents: Asian Dreamland

stress buster.......2007-03-09

The music is very peacefull and the melodies really help me to relax after a stressful day in the office. I like it better then my children.

Beautiful music!.......2007-01-10

The music is beautiful! My baby falls asleep every night to these enchanting lullabies.

Dreamland CD a big hit.......2006-11-05

My 4 yr old falls asleep to the Dreamland CD every night. We love it. We have other Putumayo CDs and love them all. There isn't a song we just don't on the CD's. I highly recommend.

Beautiful, complex, soothing.......2006-08-23

This is not your typical "baby music" CD, watered down melodies with sterilized syncopation and minimal instruments. These are luscious, rich, harmonic, melodic songs that my 16 month old twins have loved since they were born. Now, they wait for me to turn it on before naptime and start swaying to the music before it even starts. Mom and Dad never tire of listening to it - an important consideration as it will become a favorite in the nursery! The a capella voices are heavenly. There are male and female artists on the album, and the use of all kinds of interesting instruments from different cultures. We use it for daytime naps - I put the CD player on shuffle/repeat and get a couple of hours peace and quiet. Often I turn the nursery monitor up, just so I can hear the music myself.

Average customer rating:

Bokoor Beats: Vintage Afro-Beat, Afro-Rock & Electric Highlife From Ghana Various Artists Manufacturer: Otrabanda ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Africa | Compilations | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Urban Africa Club Si, Para Usted: The Funky Beats of Revolutionary Cuba, Vol. 1 Authenticite - The Syliphone Years: Orchestres Nationaux and Federaux 1965-1980 African Pearls, Vol. 1: Rumba on the River Two Sevens Clash: 30th Anniversary Edition (Dlx) ASIN: B000OQF1IQ Release Date: 2007-03-27

Tracks:

1. Maya Gari (Bokoor Band)
2. Egbe Enyo (Brekete & The Big Beats)
3. Atiadele (Mangwana Stars)
4. Yeah Yeah Ku Yeah (Bokoor Band)
5. Onukpa Shwarpo (Bokoor Band)
6. There Is Time (Bokoor Band)
7. Trouble Man (Bokoor Band)
8. Onam Bebe Basa (T.O. Jazz)
9. Anoma Franoas (Oyikwam Internationals)
10. Now Comes Another Day (Bokoor Band)
11. Been To (Bokoor Band)
12. Money In Bed (Bokoor Band)

Product Description

Bokoor Beats collects vintage Afro-beat, Afro-Rock, and electric highlife tracks recorded by John Collins in his Bokoor Studio as well as his own compositions with his group Bokoor Band, pioneers of Afropop who performed and recorded in the 70s mixing western pop rhythms with indigenous African beats. Bokoor Beats also features tracks by Brekete & The Big Bests, Mangwana Stars, Oyikwam Internationals, and T.O. Jazz.

Average customer rating: Great compilation!

Putumayo Presents: Latin Jazz Various Artists Manufacturer: Putumayo World Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mexico | International | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Putumayo Presents: World Party Putumayo Presents: A New Groove Putumayo Presents: Gypsy Groove Putumayo Presents: Women of the World - Acoustic Putumayo Presents: Baila - A Latin Dance Party ASIN: B000P6R8F4 Release Date: 2007-06-26

Tracks:

1. Congo Mulence - Machito
2. El Sabroson - Poncho Sanchez
3. Rumdrum - Tomas R. Einarsson
4. Cha Cha Cha - Tito Puente
5. La Clave, Maraca Y Guiro - Chico Alvarez
6. Summertime - Ray Barretto
7. Steppin' With T.P. - Hilton Ruiz
8. Cuando Se Acabara - Manny Oquendo & Libre
9. Trompeta En Montuno - Chocolate Armenteros
10. Guajira Dubois - The Bryan Lynch/Eddie Palmieri Project

Album Description

A mixture of Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz style come together on Latin Jazz, a lively collection of songs by masters of the genre.

The artists featured on Latin Jazz represent an honored cast of musicians ranging from early pioneers of the genre to those who have helped it remain a viable force for more than 60 years. Machito, a contemporary of Dizzy Gillespie and Duke Ellington, was a pioneering bandleader who helped deepen the bond between Afro-Cuban music and American jazz. His classic track "Congo Mulence" opens the album and features fellow jazz legend Cannonball Adderley. Other legendary figures on the album include Tito Puente, whose mastery of the timbales combined with old-fashioned showmanship kept his music fresh and relevant over the years, and Eddie Palmieri, whose piano techniques put him in the same league as jazz legends Thelonious Monk and McCoy Tyner. He teams here with Brian Lynch on "Guajira Dubois," a game of musical tag between Palmieri's piano and Lynch's trumpet.

The driving rhythm behind most Latin jazz comes from its powerful percussion, and Latin Jazz showcases some of the finest in this field. Master conguero (congo player) Poncho Sanchez leads one of the most popular Latin jazz groups in the world. His seasoned ensemble contribute the cool energy of "El Sabroson", while Ray Barretto covers the classic "Summertime." Considered the "godfather of Latin jazz," Barretto was the first Latino to have a Latin hit on the American Billboard Charts.

Other luminaries on the album include Hilton Ruiz, a former child prodigy who appeared at Carnegie Hall at the age of 8, Chocolate Armenteros, the legendary Cuban trumpet player, and Manny Oquendo & Libre, who represent a multigenerational dynasty of Latin music. Icelandic double-bassist Tómas R. Einarsson, and New York icon Chico Alvarez round out the collection.

Customer Reviews:

Great compilation!.......2007-07-16

This music is a fun combination of latin rhythms and jazz. It almost begs you to dance!

Average customer rating: Excellent for Meditation Relaxing... Great music, great price Definitely Meditative Gregorian Meditation

Lost in Meditation: Meditative Gregorian Chants Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Sacred & Religious | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems Vocal & Song | Early Music | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music | Requiems General | Classical | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Chants | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 International | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Lost in Meditation: Meditative Gregorian Chants, Vol. 1 Gregorian Chants: The Best of the Benedictine Monks of St. Michael's Salve Regina: Gregorian Chant Chant Chant II ASIN: B000001VIL Release Date: 1994-08-30

Tracks:

1. Introitus: Ecce advenit
2. Graduale: Onmes de Saba
3. Communio: Omnes qui in Christo
4. Halleluja: Dies sanctificatus
5. Ofertorium: Tui sunt caeli
6. Hymnus: Creator alme siderum
7. Introitus: Gaudens gaudebo
8. Halleluja: Leatatus sum
9. Communio: Dicite Pusillanimes
10. Tractus Deus: Deus meus
11. Introitus: Misereris
12. Antiphon: Pueri Hebraeorum
13. Hymnus: Gloria
14. Graduale: Christus factus est
15. Halleluja: Hallelujah
16. Introitus: Resurrexi
17. Sequenz: Victimae paschalis laudes
18. Hymnus: Veni creator

Customer Reviews:

Excellent for Meditation.......2007-08-01

It wonderful to hear the voices and to sit in a quiet room. Thank you.

Relaxing..........2007-07-22

If you like gregorian chants... you will love this cd. Its perfect to just sit on you own... and meditate.

Great music, great price.......2007-05-07

I ordered this cd for a book club I was hosting on the book "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett. It was perfect "mood" music for the discussion and the price was unbeatable!

Definitely Meditative.......2007-03-09

The gift that these men are able to share is worth listening to. To be quiet in yourself and allow space for this soulful chanting is an experience in itself.

Gregorian Meditation.......2007-01-13

Great CD. My wife and I listen to it almost daily. We even use it for prayer sessions. Also the product was in perfect condition and and was as advertised. We're totaly satified.

Average customer rating: Sounds of Hawaii Did I receive a CD that someone else returned? NO cool hawaiin language (no lyrics at all), every track is same, too much ocean background (used on every track I think?) Great Background feel Very Nice

Sounds of Hawaii Various Artists Manufacturer: Delta ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Hawaii | Pacific Islands | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Orchestral Pop | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Pacific Islands | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Pacific Islands | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 International | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Hawaiian Favorites Blue Hawaii Voyager Series: Romantic Hawaii "New Hawaiian Band - Hawaii's Greatest Hits, Vol. 1" Drew's Famous Hawaiian Luau Party ASIN: B000001V4I Release Date: 1994-03-08

Tracks:

1. Tiny Bubbles
2. Song Of The Islands
3. Harbor Lights
4. Pearly Shells
5. Blue Hawaii
6. Sweet Leilani
7. Beyond The Reef
8. Lovely Hula Hands
9. The Hawaiian Wedding Song (Ke Kali Nei Au)
10. Aloha Oe (Farewell To Thee)

Customer Reviews:

Sounds of Hawaii.......2007-06-18

Purchased this CD for Hawaiian theme party... great collection of music and fantastic background for our party - continue to play it.

Did I receive a CD that someone else returned?.......2007-04-07

The music is beautiful, but I was really surprised with the poorness of presentation. The CD jewel case was badly damaged. The cover fell off as soon as I removed the plastic wrap, and the bottom corner of the case was completely missing. It's all an enigma -- the shrink wrap was intact and there were no small pieces of plastic anywhere. Perhaps this was a returned CD?

But back to the music - it is relaxing. There are only a few songs on the CD, which explains the low price.

NO cool hawaiin language (no lyrics at all), every track is same, too much ocean background (used on every track I think?) .......2007-01-16

NO cool hawaiin language (no lyrics at all), every track is same, too much ocean background (used on every track I think?)

Great Background feel.......2006-11-11

Gives one the ambience and atmosphere of traditional Hawaii. Great as background sound for those that still talk during parties late at night.

Very Nice.......2006-07-17

I think it's a very tasteful CD. I like the melodies and I think I'll use this CD for my luau.

Average customer rating: Another wonderful Putumayo cd a wonderful CD of music Fabulous songs, but... Animal Playground is sure to delight young animal lovers

Putumayo Kids Presents: Animal Playground Various Artists Manufacturer: Putumayo World Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Sing-A-Longs | Children's Music | Styles | Music Children's Music | Putumayo World Music Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Putumayo Kids Presents: Sing Along With Putumayo Putumayo Kids Presents: Reggae Playground Putumayo Kids Presents: Folk Playground World Playground Putumayo Kids Presents: Caribbean Playground ASIN: B000OLHGIE Release Date: 2007-05-22

Tracks:

1. Animal Crackers - Wee Hairy Beasties
2. No More Monkeys - Asheba
3. Nella Vecchia Fattoria - Quartetto Cetra
4. Aves - Guillermo Anderson
5. The Littlest Birds - The Be Good Tanyas
6. The Three Bears - Gary Rosen
7. Cantiga do Sapo - Ze Renato
8. L'Otorhinoceros - Les P'tits Loups du Jazz
9. Bigi Kaiman - Samba Salad
10. Don't Ever Step on a Snake - Don Spencer
11. Eagles - Terri Hendrix
12. If a Dinosaur Was My Friend - Phil Melancon
13. Mbube - Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Product Description

GENERAL FEATURES: Animal Playground CD by Putumayo World Music takes a walk on the wild side with this global musical journey into the animal kingdom. The CD contains the following delightful pieces of music from around the world: Wee Hairy Beasties -- Animal Crackers Asheba -- No More Monkeys Quartetto Cetra -- Nella Vecchia Fattoria Guillermo Anderson -- Aves The Be Good Tanyas -- The Littlest Birds Gary Rosen -- The Three Bears Ze Renato -- Cantiga do Sapo Les P'tits Loups du Jazz -- L'Otorhinocêros Samba Salad -- Bigi Kaiman Don Spencer -- Don't Ever Step on a Snake Terri Hendrix -- Eagles Phil Melancon -- If a Dinosaur Was My Friend Ladysmith Black Mambazo -- Mbube Educational entertainment for all ages.

Amazon.com

Putumayo's Playground series consistently lives up to its name by sending far-flung cultures out to recess, freeing them to reveal their musical fun sides. The metaphor ends there, but the parallel to actual playgrounds doesn't: as any parent who's felt forlorn at times knows, nothing nullifies a dreary afternoon funk more effectively than a trip to the neighborhood playground. So it goes with the series. Animal Playground, the latest to swing, slide, and see-saw its way into agile imaginations of all ages, is a fine-tuned creature feature as playful as a giant-pawed puppy. Even if you don't know what forro is (North Brazilian dance music), or that "Cantigo do Sapo" has something to do with a little singing frog, you'll want to shake a tail feather in time to the beat; that holds for Quartetto Cetra's right-on Italian reworking of "Old McDonald," "Nella Vecchia Farroria." No disrespect to the other exotic offerings here ("Aves," from Honduras, for example), but the English-language songs are most winning of all: Canada's the Be Good Tanyas captivate with "The Littlest Birds," and you can't help but a love a man who cries crocodile tears from his puppy dog eyes, in this case Jon Langford who, when he's not a Wee Hairy Beastie belting out "Animal Crackers," leads the excellent punk/folk band the Mekons. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Another wonderful Putumayo cd.......2007-08-03

This is just another wonderful album from Putumayo. Fabulous music. My son goes to sleep with it.

a wonderful CD of music.......2007-07-28

Parade magazine recommended this CD. It is so fabulous! 5 little monkeys is our favorite song- my daughter (almost 2) always requests "monkey song"- and is elated every time she hears it. My husband and I also enjoy listening to it. I highly recommend it to anyone! We also bought the sing-a long CD- that's wonderful too.

Fabulous songs, but..........2007-06-17

I love this album. I bought it for my daughter (who LOVES the other Putumayo
CDs that she has) and have found myself listening to it without her. "The Littlest Birds" compelled me to order a The Be Good Tanyas album and the "wee bear" in "The Three Little Bears" is adorable. I guess that my only issue with it is that it is sort of a stretch to call all of these songs "animal" songs. For instance, is a dinosaur REALLY an animal. Not REALLY. While all of the songs feature an animal in them, not all of the songs are ABOUT animals. But is is a great album.

Animal Playground is sure to delight young animal lovers .......2007-06-11

The latest in the award-winning Playground music CD series, Animal Playground: Playful Music Tracks from Around the World is an album offering a multilingual collection of animal-themed songs from around the world. Filled with hootin', hollerin', family-friendly musical fun, the songs are by a wide variety of artists and include call-and-response music, folklore from around the globe, and energizing beats young people will want to jump, hop, and sing to. The tracks are Animal Crackers, No More Monkeys, Nella Vecchia Fattoria, Aves, The Littlest Birds, The Three Bears, Cantiga do Sapo, L'Otorhinoceros, Bigi Kaiman, Don't Ever Step on a Snake, Eagles, If a Dinosaur Was My Friend, and Mbube. Drawing on musical traditions from nations as diverse as Trinidad, France, Netherlands, Brazil, South Africa, and much more, Animal Playground is sure to delight young animal lovers and is the perfect souvenir of a trip to the zoo.

World Music:

1. World of Music: Hawaii [Import]
2. Yafa
3. Yiddish: New York, Paris
4. 50 Anos de História [Import]
5. African Rumba [Import]
6. Al Compas de un Bolero
7. Al-Samaa: Ecstatic Spiritual Audition
8. Algeria: Rai [Import]
9. Ary Barroso Songbook V.3 [Import]
10. Babacar [Original recording remastered] [Import]

World Music

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World Music

Sin Is in

Musica Judaica

Il Salotto Virtuoso

Three Graces

I Got the Crystals I Got the Pistols

Journey to the Light [Original recording remastered]

La Vie Presque [Import]

Machine Love

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Schumann: Carnaval & Sonata No. 1

Live in Concert [Import] [Live]

New Age Music: 12 Clasicos

Hoy Y Manana [Import]

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