Dragonfly
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...a bit of Industrial...Darkwave styles...the best bits of each genre...get out and track down (Dragonfly)...
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...Kraftwerkian electropop, Curve-like gothness, industrial soundscapes...a John Carpenter soundtrack...the odd thing is that it blends together well.
Album Description
Dark, sensual and emotional music sure to crowd dancefloors with it's electronic beats and pluck at your heartstrings with lush soundscapes. Dragonfly is an eclectic masterpiece.
Dragonfly
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- Best Ziggy album since "Conscious Party"
- amazing
- An Amzing Emotionally Triggered Album
- Keeping the Marley Tradition alive
- there's a rainbow in the sky, all the time!
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Dragonfly
Ziggy Marley
Manufacturer: RCA Victor
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Binding: Audio CD
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ASIN: B00006CYB2
Release Date: 2003-04-15 |
Tracks:
- Dragonfly
- True To Myself
- I Get Out
- Looking
- Shalom Salaam
- In The Name of God
- Rainbow In The Sky
- Melancholy Mood
- Good Old Days
- Never Deny You
- DYKL (Don't You Kill Love)
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Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers have always been interested in music outside reggae, with the band of siblings moving from syth-pop sheen in the 1980s to a more mature and multi-genre sound in the late `90s. Dragonfly, Ziggy Marley's first solo effort, continues this trajectory. Featuring producers Ross Hogarth (Metallica, Jewel) and Scott Litt (R.E.M.), as well as special guests Flea, John Frusciante, David Lindley, and Incubus's Chris Kilmore, Dragonfly sounds closer to the adult contemporary music of recent Sting or R.E.M. than the reggae of his father. But even if the apple has fallen away from the music tree, Ziggy's voice has the same forceful yearning and brittle timbre as his father; also like his father, Marley wears his politics on his sleeve (particularly on "Shalom Salaam" and "In The Name Of God") without being rudimentary. This may not sound like the record reggae enthusiasts pray to Jah for, but Marley succeeds on his own terms, creating a wide-ranging and appealing vision. --Tad Hendrickson
Customer Reviews:
Best Ziggy album since "Conscious Party".......2006-10-12
"Conscious Party" is my favorite Ziggy Marley album because I don't need to skip a single track on it. This album is right up there with that one. This CD is worth checking out for the tracks "Dragonfly", "True To Myself" and "Melancholy Mood" alone. Of course in a week I will say it is worth it for a handful of completely different tracks. This is one of those albums that you like right away and gets better with every listen.
amazing.......2006-01-08
Ive got to say ziggy did this one for me every track screams my name i play it all the time and no i wont be put in a box love ziggy Had the pleasure of meeting him ,he's charming and humble . keep it up ziggy. Rayach one love
An Amzing Emotionally Triggered Album.......2005-12-05
Ziggy Marley has made a great contribution to the music industry with this reggae/blues/rock fusion album. The lyrics written by Stephen Marley are exceptional and intellectual, but it is Ziggy's voice that has blown me away. The first song on the album, Dragonfly, starts the album off with an environmental awareness message. The acoustic guitar makes the vocals understandable and better sounding. Some more great songs are; True to Myself, Shalom Salaam, Looking, In the Name of God, and Deny, but the whole album takes the breath out of everyone who experiences it. This album is a must get, and is one of my favorites of all time. I DEFINITELY RECOMEND "DRAGONFLY!!!!"
Keeping the Marley Tradition alive.......2003-12-06
Ziggy is Bob's Son...thats all I can say. This album was very good and there truly is a Rainbow in the Sky. Rasta
there's a rainbow in the sky, all the time!.......2003-09-09
i saw ziggy live in concert for free and i HAD to get this CD. i like every song on it except maybe for the last one.
highlights are: 'dragonfly,' ' true to myself' 'i get out,' 'in the name of god' 'shalom salaam' & 'rainbow in the sky.' actually, get this cd just for that song, rainbow in the sky, if anything. it's such a great song. and i love the message of shalom salaam.
i think this cd is great for people of all ages too. kids really like reggae. best of all this cd is so positive, the music makes you very happy and puts you in an irie mood.
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ASIN: B00004YC3A
Release Date: 2000-10-10 |
Tracks:
- Peer Gynt Ste No.1: Morning
- Nocturne
- Song Of The Seashore - James Galway/Susumu Miyashita/Ayako Shinozaki
- Spartacus: Adagio Of Spartacus & Phrygia
- Con Op.10 No.3 'Goldfinch': II. Cantabile - James Galway/Malcolm Proud
- Serenade D.957 - James Galway/Philip Moll
- Kinderszenen: Traumeri
- La Flute De Pan: Pan And The Birds
- Nocturne in E flat, Op.9 No.2
- Red Dragonfly - James Galway/Susumu Miyashita/Ayako Shinozaki
- Fl Qt in C, K.285b: Variation V - James Galway/Tokyo Str Qt
- Orfeo Ed Euridice: Dance Of The Blessed Spirits
- Messiah: Pastoral Symphony
- The Firebird: Berceuse
- Dolly Ste: Berceuse
- The Four Seasons: Con Op.8 No.4 'Winter': II. Largo - James Galway/Zagreb Soloists
- Voyage
- Suo-Gan (Lullaby) - James Galway/Emily Mitchell
- Danny Boy
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A Little Piece of total enjoyment.......2007-05-12
This CD is the BOMB-- I really enyoy listening to it
Wonderful!.......2001-01-29
This is a great CD. If you're a James Galway fan, this is a must have. He is, after all, THE GREATEST flutist in the world today. The CD is filled with some of the most beautiful (and relaxing) music ever written. Buy it. You will love it.
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- can do better
- Surprised and disappointed
- Michael Comes Full Circle To Make His Best Work
- BRILLIANT ALBUM TO START WITH !
- Blissful escape
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Dragonfly Summer
Michael Franks
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ASIN: B000002MIW
Release Date: 1993-04-13 |
Tracks:
- Coming To Life
- Soul Mate
- Dragonfly Summer
- Monk's New Tune
- Learning What Love Means
- I Love Lucy
- Practice Makes Perfect
- String Of Pearls
- Keeping My Eye On You
- The Dream
- You Were Meant For Me
- How I Remember You
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This disc finds the eloquent Franks easing into a characteristically mellow jazz/blues mood with guests the Yellowjackets, Peggy Lee (duetting on "You Were Meant For Me") and Dan Hicks. --Jeff Bateman
Customer Reviews:
can do better.......2007-06-07
not the best of franks output, but it is a franks, so how bad could it be? there are some musicians that i listen to everything they produce (miles, monk, billie, chet, elling etc). franks is one of them. listen & enjoy.
Surprised and disappointed.......2007-05-25
I've been a Michael Franks fan since I first heard "Popsicle Toes" on AM radio back in 1975, and for the record own five of his albums on vinyl and four on CD. I purchased Dragonfly Summer based on the reviews posted, and, quite frankly, because of the number of 5-star reviews, was EXTREMELY disappointed. Multiple listenings, over two different headphones setups, and on the big sound system in the living room through very good speakers didn't change my opinion. While this IS decent Franks music, it does not compare favorably to earlier works like The Art Of Tea, Sleeping Gypsy, and Tiger In The Rain, or his recent Watching The Snow. If you're considering beginning a relationship with this fine artist, I suggest you start with The Art Of Tea, and put Dragonfly Summer on the long list.
Michael Comes Full Circle To Make His Best Work.......2006-07-12
Dragonfly Summer is my favorite MF album. The key thing to consider is everything that happened previously. The first five albums (Art of Tea - One Bad Habit) were mostly smooth jazz with great arrangements played by the Crusaders, etc. Then for the next several albums (Objects of Desire - The Camera Never Lies) Michael became more (not totally, just more) electronic and synthesized using producer Rob Mounsey. Good material because it was Michael but a severe dropoff for those desiring the more acoustic sound of the previous projects. Then after a break came Blue Pacific which combined the acoustic with the electronic. A wonderful project...but only a setup for the true masterpiece: Dragonfly Summer.
Dragonfly Summer was in the same vein as Pacific except Michael's method of compiling multiple styles was more polished and consistent. The result was an album that showed Franks coming full circle and showering us with the cumulative knowledge of his experiences on both sides of the fence. Without going into a blow by blow of each individual song I'll just leave you with this challenge. By the time you get to "I Love Lucy" you'll be blown away, and that's just the first half. When you get to "How I Remember You" which ends the last half you'll be in love with love and all else that's special to you.
For anyone who liked Michael Franks but was wary of his new directions: Don't be afraid...it's okay, come on into this CD...the water's warm again. For those who know MF a little: It's okay. Come inside and relax to the warmth and shelter of Dragonfly Summer. As for the rest of you: there will be much weeping and gnashing of teeth once you go through life and find out what you missed out on.
BRILLIANT ALBUM TO START WITH !.......2003-12-31
I discovered that album one day in a store and was hooked right away. I used to have older albums by Franks, which I loved, but this was incredible because Franks had managed so brilliantly to adapt to a more modern sound.
This remained my favorite Michael Franks album until 'Abandoned Garden' came out. I'd say it's the perfect album to get started on his music, as it displays a variety of uptempo and slow songs, jazz numbers and pop tunes, funny and nostalgic lyrics. There's something for everyone in this album, but the genius of Michael Franks is to make it all sound like a coherent piece of work.
Great album which will provide hours upon hours of exciting listening.
Blissful escape.......2003-06-23
Ever since i heard one of Michael Franks songs some years ago
i knew that i had to be a fan and that holds true today his C.D.
Dragonfly summer is awesome and i recommend it to all fans who
appreciate good music.
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- A regular listener's impression
- VIOLIN
- Everything remembered and wanted on strings
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ASIN: B00004SSEC
Release Date: 2000-05-16 |
Tracks:
- Meditation - Philharmonia Orchestra
- Vocalise
- Violin Concerto No.5 In A, K.219 II: Adagio
- Nana
- The Lark Ascending - Philharmonia Orchestra
- En Bateau
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- Praise To The Immortality Of Jesus
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A regular listener's impression.......2006-03-24
I am not an expert in classical music, but have always loved the string instruments. I bought this CD for relaxation (as the title implies) and to help me focus on writing a thesis. I was torn between this CD and the Cello for Relaxation. I am pleased with my choice. My favorites are track #2 and #10 (listen to the samples through Amazon) - I usually play these two on repeat. My least favorite is track #7 because it sounds like a piano dominated movie soundtrack.
Although I wish I could have exchanged some of the tracks for others, I think this CD was worth the money and is a nice mix for those of us who don't know specific composers by name or who want a good sampling.
VIOLIN.......2005-09-10
The selection of music was a good mix and pleasant in listening to them.
The choice of orchestras and conductors are also very well selected offering very good variety in the similar music mood.
My two long time favourites "Meditation" and "Salut d'amour" were very well played in the right tempo and instrumental arrangement.
The recording quality is good offering both clarity and defination in the recording.
Everything remembered and wanted on strings.......2003-10-16
To me, it is an extraordinary combination demonstarting the old world beauty and timeless artistry of the violin.
It will take you back to everything good remembered, and forward to everything good ahead of us.
Absolutely Wonderful.......2000-06-16
The music on this cd is so beautiful. It is perfect to listen to when you want to relax.
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- The Montreal Days
- Good Anthology Of Hendrix Styled Canadian Guitarist
- Ignore BluesDuke`s scathing review !
- It's The One To Have If You Absolutely Must Have Him
- BEFORE THERE WAS SHRED!
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Dragonfly: The Best of Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush
Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush
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- I'm A King Bee (Live)
- Sister Change
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- Woman (Live)
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The Montreal Days.......2006-10-24
I remember being a Montreal High sophomore back in 1970 and everyone was talking about this band playing the high school dance circuit called Mahogany Rush. The rumor was was that the guitarist had been "tripping" and had somehow been rescued from his bad trip by the spirit of Jimi Hendrix, miraculously learning guitar overnight when he came back. The big single at the time was a 45 called "Buddy" which recounts this story in part. The band made a surprise appearance at our school's morning assembly to advertise for the weekend dance. I was blown away. Even at 16, Frank Marino could play well enough to legitimize the legend. Although none of the songs off his first album appear on this compilation I still recommend it...just thought I'd add this historical footnote.
Good Anthology Of Hendrix Styled Canadian Guitarist.......2002-03-09
Frank Marino was a Canadian guitarist who adeptly played in a Hendrix hippy/psychedelic guitar style with his band Mahogany Rush during the seventies. "Dragonfly: The Best Of Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush" only features his tenure at CBS. His work before and after this period is not included here. Marino's style especially later in his CBS tenure tended to be more overblown and bombastic than the work of another Hendrix aficionado Robin Trower. His playing was also not as bluesy and more metallic than Hendrix fan Stevie Ray Vaughan. That being said he still produced some interesting material and his albums always featured some great playing. Reportedly he used to participate in guitar "cutting" contests with Ted Nugent and Mark Pinera (Iron Butterfly). For most of his tenure at CBS his band Mahogany Rush was a power trio with Paul Harwood on bass and Jim Ayoub on skins. Most of his best tunes are included here such as originals like "Jive Baby", "Dragonfly", "Sister Change" and "Woman". Covers like "Johnny B. Goode", "All Along The Watchtower", and "Roadhouse Blues" prove he could also interpret the material of others. He was perhaps at his best in a live context and there are a number of cuts from his "Live" lp and a live version of "I'm A King Bee" from the rare "California Jam" lp.
I was disappointed that a few cuts like his covers of "Purple Haze" (often his concert encore) and "Rock Me Baby" were not included. I also miss "The Answer" and "Broken Heart Blues" and somewhat oddly one of his last singles for CBS "Strange Dreams" was omitted. This set provides a good sample Marino's playing and style. Rumor has it according to his web site that CBS is planning a multi-disk box set later in the year. Hopefully my favorites which were omitted from this compilation will be added to that set if it is released along with some unissued live and studio tracks. If like what you hear on this set your next step should be the purchase of the "Live" lp.
Ignore BluesDuke`s scathing review !.......2002-03-07
This guy BluesDuke speaks well but I`m not convinced he has the qualifications to be overly critical of Frank Marino or any other artist.Frank is much more talented than BluesDuke gives him credit for.So again I say disregard BluesDukes review completely! Let BluesDuke strum his 3 chords on an old silvertone with his big beer belly hangin out,we will listen to Frank Marino!
It's The One To Have If You Absolutely Must Have Him.......2000-11-30
Like Robin Trower, Frank Marino was one of a few thousand guitarists who fell to Jimi Hendrix's feet and couldn't stand up on their own again if you replaced their legs with robotic limbs. Unlike Trower, though, Frank Marino was so much flash that what little substance he bore came through when he played the blues. And even there it doesn't exactly make him much more than a hit-and-run bystander. In other words, in terms of real quality or depth Marino doesn't even come close to "For Earth Below," never mind the Electric Ladykiller Himself...
But if you really have to have something of him in the hard rock library, stay strictly with this one. It's useful as a kind of one-stop guitar lesson for those players who absolutely insist that shredding the daylights out of the fretboard is the only way to play the instrument - Marino was nothing if not a technically overendowed player. And, to whomever's credit, the selection is done quite prudently. By the time Marino and company (Mahogany Rush didn't always have Marino's name top billed, and they were just a workaday power trio who probably got in over their heads when they got the recording contract their presumed bar audiences were naive enough to believe they deserved) are finished here, it's over before you begin contemplating putting them under arrest for shameless, self-congratulatory derivation.
And at least you don't have to put up with an entire album's worth of philosophical pretentiousness (think "World Anthem"), either. Best leave that to Canada's other Rushing power trio - the one without the Mahogany in the name, that is - and let this one remain the pleasant memory of misspent youth they were really destined to become in the first place. For a Hendrix sycophant with some substance and a damn sight better feeling for the blues, the word is Stevie Ray Vaughan.
BEFORE THERE WAS SHRED!.......2000-10-10
Before there was shred, before anyone knew what to label it or how to market it, there was Frank Marino. But he was much more then a speed freak, as this retrospective (which traces his band's late-seventies Columbia years) clearly demonstrates. Songs like "Dragonfly" (a haunting bit of psychedelic funk) and "Requiem For a Sinner" (with it's droney, Middle-Eastern overtones and Marino's amazing Arabic-tinged guitar solo) are not merely testaments to his agility but also to his adventurous and creative spirit. Of course,Frank often just liked to boogie, as he most dramatically does on the scathing live versions of "Johnny B. Goode" and "Who Do Ya Love," where he plays some of the fastest and intense blues licks ever heard by man. Long may Marino wail!
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Dragonfly
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ASIN: B00065TZCI
Release Date: 2004-10-26 |
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- Lost Biker Psychedelia Of The Highest Form
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Dragonfly
Dragonfly
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ASIN: B0002N523U
Release Date: 2004-06-04 |
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- Enjoy Yourself
- Hootchie Kootchie Man
- I Feel It
- Trombodo
- Portrait of Youth
- Crazy Woman
- She Don't Care
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Lost Biker Psychedelia Of The Highest Form.......2006-06-01
Dragonfly was actually a band called The Legend who's debut album (on which they weren't allowed to play or contribute songs) was somewhat butchered by their record company. So they decided to pursue other interests. Under a different name (association with that Legend album wasn't gonna happen), they recorded this. They didn't have the best sound quality (crackles and pops still cover the sound on CD), but they had enough technology to mess around. Throughout this album, the track suddenly jumps into backward recording, slows down suddenly, or dissipates altogether. The boys explode into ridiculous giggles, get wasted by a moaning trombone, and turn into a giant rolling ball of mung at the end before returning to form. Along the way, we have some good songs. "Blue Monday" opens the album with a moan of "Oooh my God.." then harsh chords, before rhythm guitarist Gene cracks his throat in anger. "Enjoy Yourself" is bouncy, thoughtful psychedelia, "Crazy Woman" sounds very 60s and somewhat Moby Grape. "To Be Free" is a good bit of yearning and hope: the classic 60s message. There's just all kinds of good stuff here. The drums are fierce and the fuzz-toned lead guitar is excellent. There's some heavy solos on this album. Great performing. Gene's vocals sometimes sound like Keith Relf of the Yardbirds and sometimes like Jack Bruce of Cream. It's forgotten, and that's a pity. Take an acid trip ito the good ol' days of heavy psychedelic hard rock. It'll blow you away.
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- Eastern Music for Western Listeners
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Song of the Seashore & Other Melodies of Japan
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ASIN: B000003EMV
Release Date: 1990-10-25 |
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- Song of the Seashore
- Lullaby
- Sunlight Shining Through the Trees (Coda)
- Red Dragonfly
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Eastern Music for Western Listeners.......2006-02-10
From a musicology perspective, this CD would probably not be considered a good representation of traditional Japanese music. On that same note (no pun intended), it's really hard to fault it's efforts. James Galway is a brilliantly trained classical flautist (or flutist, depending on whom you ask) who on occassion has delved into - shall we say, lesser? - forms of music, ie pop songs arranged for studio orchestra and his solo flute stylings, that can barely be considered one step up from salon or elevator music. No one can fault his musicianship, but occassionally, listening to him can be akin to listening to a rock star past his (or her) prime doing stuff they really shouldn't be anymore. In this case, however, he has selected a number of extremely accessible Japanese folk songs and had them arranged so any listener can appreciate them. There is nothing showy in his playing, the orchestra never over-powers or overshadows the material, and the whole CD rarely reaches forte, or even mezzo-forte. It is excellent music for a drive in the country (with the window open only part-way, that is), or a lazy summer afternoon out on the deck, or a low-key dinner party. In fact, I have used it several times in all such occassions. And after (literally) years of occassional listening, it never seems to get old. From a man who clearly wants to be something more than just "background music", he has done a damn fine job of creating some exceptionally relaxing music here. In case you're turned off by the prices of the available copies here on Amazon, you might want to check out his more recent Japanese-themed CD "The Enchanted Forest" which is just as relaxing as this one, but utilizes electronic accompaniment, and as a result is more unique and varied, and probably easier to find.
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- John Debney's got quite a future ahead of him
- Great music. soul stirring
- Flies over as a great score
- Missing Something
- Clouded this soundtrack is...
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Dragonfly
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ASIN: B0000639AH
Release Date: 2002-03-19 |
Tracks:
- Main Titles
- Joe And Emily Flashback
- Donor Body Awakens
- Meeting Sister Madeline
- The Plane Ride
- Emily's Grave
- Emily's Message Revealed
Customer Reviews:
John Debney's got quite a future ahead of him.......2003-07-18
In my opinion, John Debney is one of the very few composers out there who can truly represent emotions with music. He's no Jerry Goldsmith, but comes awfully close. DRAGONFLY is no exception. Why it was never nominated is beyond my understanding.
Christopher Young was initially hired to score DRAGONFLY, but was forced to back out due to scheduling conflicts(?). John Debney was then asked and, despite being busy with THE SCORPION KING, accepted the assignment. Busy or not, he still delivered an outstanding & effective score for one of the most underrated films of 2002. DRAGONFLY is an extremely powerful score that explodes with drama and supernature, but is never overblown. One can follow as Joe Darrow goes through the sadness of losing a loved one, the suspense/fear of the "other world", and his quest to find out the truth behind Emily's mysterious signs.
For those that are disappointed by its 31-minute running time, this is not the fault of Varese Sarabande. It is simply all they could afford. The score was performed by the Hollywood Studio Symphony, which requires payment for an album. Sometimes these fees can be very high. In this case, they were. But sometimes 31 minutes is all you need. One must listen to the album straight through and concentrate not only on the music, but the story as well to fully appreciate the album itself. With the right selections and sequencing, this can be possible without it falling a bit short. This brings me to the one and only gripe I have about this CD...
I gave this CD four stars because of its arrangement. Up until "Emily's Grave", the album was running smoothly, wonderfully telling the film's story in such a short time. However, I think track #6 should have been replaced with the action cue from the bus sinking scene. It would have prepared the listener for the breathtaking conclusion in "Emily's Message Revealed". Unfortunately, the ending comes without warning and before you know it, the album is done. But, despite the importance of a good score album arrangement, I am not about to lose sleep over it.
Great music. soul stirring.......2003-03-04
the song in the end credits is called "Star" by Zoo Story (for whoever wanted to know). I really enjoyed the soul stirring effect this music had on me, especially the last track.
Flies over as a great score.......2003-02-15
Film composers have to switch back and forth from genre to genre to stay competitive with other composers. Hardly anyone does it better than John Debney, as he reveals a side of him that I have never heard before in this score. The music is genuinely subtle and atmospheric with plenty of emotion. That is unlike Debney's previous works which have mainly been action music scores. That is why I like this score so much - it is so much different. The main theme, while not something that will make you turn your head, is a 3 note motif usually played on the piano or lightly by the strings. Get used to this theme because you will hear it in just about every track, if not all of them. "Main Titles" start things off on the right track with plenty of horn trills and driving percussion. "Donor Body Awakens" is more of a horror track throughout this suspenseful score with ominous strings and pulsating orchestral blasts. "Meeting Sister Madeline" and "The Plane Ride" basically contain variations of the main theme. "Emily's Grave" is more attention getting with a solo cello, while the best track of them all is the last one, "Emily's Message Revealed". This track starts out slowly with ominous brass and choir chants, with the 3 note main theme reappearing. Later on, the choir turns up the volume and the melody really bursts onto the scene. The music keeps building and building and finally, the orchestra and choir soar into the heavens leaving you wanting to hear much more of that. It is really a breathtaking part and one of Debney's most gorgeous melodies of all time. It's too bad that most of the score is low-key and atmospheric in nature and not as awesome as the end of the final track. Regardless, this score will have to be listened to more than once in order to capture its real meaning behind it. It will begin to grow on you more and more with each listen.
Missing Something.......2003-01-11
Enjoyed the soundtrack during and separate from the movie, but was a little disappointed that the song that plays at the end of the movie, while the credits are running, does not appear on the soundtrack. Does anybody know the name of this particular song and/or artist. Thanks.
Clouded this soundtrack is..........2002-06-07
To begin this review, I must say I am really amazed by this soundtrack.
Composer John Debney is mostly known for his comedy scores and his swashbuckling "Cutthroat Island". But this score unveils a new side of Debney,a genre he hasn`t done before - horror/mystery!
And he does his work excellent!The soft strings and piano reminds me of James Newton Howard`s scores to "Unbreakable" and "Sixth Sense", which are also mystery thrillers/scores.
But in some way, this is much better. It`s not just moody,piano underscore. It has some enormous, choral and orchestral outbursts, especially in the final track. "Donor Body Awakens" is a perfect horror/suspense cue, and the "Main Title" track features some exciting choral work as well. "Meeting Sister Madeleine" is more of Howard`s "Unbreakable" style and therefore, the least interesting track of the CD. "Plane Ride" is giving us a soaring flight sequence, which I really enjoy.
Well, there are at least two reasons to not give this score 5 stars. For the first, this CD is too short. It only runs for about 32 minutes - well, that`s not Debney`s fault. It`s typical for Varèse Sarabande only to release short scores. If they want people to appreciate it (especially since the big failure of the film),they need to give a little more.
For the second, they could have left track 4 outside the album and replaced it with the end credits cue.
Anyhow, this soundtrack can still be recommended both to John Debney`s typical fans as well as fans of "Unbreakable" and "Sixth Sense". It has expanded the future possibilities of John Debney too, and he seems to be a real chamaeleon of film music to me. He can change his style very quickly. And I really appreciate that!
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- Cosmic Drum & Bass
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Sweet Mother: Free Activation Series No. 1
3xInfinity , High Fidelity , Dragonfly , T.S.R. , Strange Voices , Earth , and Alms for the Poor
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ASIN: B0000035IS
Release Date: 1997-05-20 |
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- The Big Smooth - High Fidelity
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- Drums & Bays - T.S.R.
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- Crooked Axis for String Quartet (Remix) - Earth
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Compilation of Sweet Mother Recording's 12 singles and other oh-so-good stuff.
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Cosmic Drum & Bass.......2000-03-03
I brought this C D in Melbourne in 98.Since then I`ve been waiting for more lay on youre back drifting Drum & Bass,tracks like,Wonderland & Strange Voices just melt you in tomorrow.I Love it!
Star children land here!.......1999-07-28
This CD is one of the grooviest out there... we need more, I know your out there star children, jack in to our orbit and create some new grooves SweetMother!
Really smoothe!.......1999-05-12
I love this CD. Really good grooves. Every track has it's own style and I look forward to more from this label. (much more!) Thank you Sweet Mother!
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