Going Underground

Editorial Reviews
Album Description
CD debut of classic single, complete with the original B-side that appeared on the original 7 inch vinyl pressing. 'Going Underground', which debuted at #1 in the U.K. charts in 1980, was one of the biggest hits by England's huge new wave/ mod revival tri

Tracks:

The Ride Of Your Life
Rat Race
Way Of The Light
Stardust
Flashback
Up
The Writz
To Know You
Real MCs
Hold On
In A Minute Doe
Evolution
Moonshine
Ride On
Just Because (Bonus Track)

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Fourth Dimensional Rocketships Going Up is a first-rate solo debut by veteran rapper Gift of Gab, who is a member of the group Blackalicious and the San Francisco-based association Quannum Projects (DJ Shadow, Latyrx, Lifesavas). There's a strong Seattle flavor here--the album was recorded in Seattle, and produced by two of that city's most established beat architects, Vitamin D and Jake One. This meeting of underground talents results in something truly wonderful: the music is rich with detail, surprises, and suggestions, and the raps are deeply introspective. Though he is often rapping about the stars, the moon, and different parts of the galaxy (as with the track "Stardust," a "Follow the Leader" for the 21st century), the space that Gift of Gab really explores is inner space--the memories, emotions, and desires that constitute the core of his being. Rarely does hip-hop get better than Fourth Dimensional Rocketships Going Up. --Charles Mudede

Customer Reviews:

ReDefine Soul.......2006-12-21

The ride of your life....Plain and simply put. From this intro track until the last second of the album is pure music. I feel sorry for the people who can't appreciate good music these days. Gift is one of most talented artists in his own way. Very conscious yet laid back. If you down this album you ain't a true head. Real music for real people.

Peace Love

Amazing Cd.......2006-05-30

I'm not going to say that Gift of Gab is the best mc, there are many others out there that can lay down better rymes and faster. BUT, gift of gab's lyrics are positive and smooth.

What really makes this cd is the way it flows. I have yet to hear a cd that flows better than this, the beats are perfectly matched to the lyrics and they never really get old (Except for Rat Race which is my least favorite song).

Personally I like this cd than Blackalicious cds, you decide.

Delicious.......2005-08-14

Gift of Gab= crazy lyracist/ spiritual poet
the beats= catchy/ soothing... cool
the album= one you will enjoy

most of what needs to be said can be read by reviews written by fellow reviewers

GoG is an MC that is not only high skilled and diverse in his spittin (speed, flow) he is intelligent and thoughtful rapping about spirituality, my assumption is that he's studied at least a bit of Zen

it doesn't matter who you are, you'll like this album... guaranteed

peace

Hop on board the Rocketship for a ride of your life!.......2005-08-11

This is truly a great and meaningful album. I never heard of Gift of Gab until I got this album and it was well worth it. I think he is one of the illest rappers out there today. His lyrics are on point and fiery. The album is like taking an uplifting journey from the very first song all the way to the end. This is influential rap at its best. What I really enjoy about the cd is the noticeable Seattle flavor and it never gets old. It seems like the more I listen to it the more I like it and thats rare nowadays in any album. I may take some time away from listening to it but I always come back to it and it seems to rejuvenate and uplift me. It is a special cd and I'd highly recommend it to anyone.

Perhaps my favorite album, ever.......2005-07-16

This album speaks to me.

From the very first track (The Ride of Your Life) to the very last (Just Because) this proves to be a very focused, poignant glimpse into the life of Tim Parker, AKA The Gift of Gab. From the deeply introspective ("In a Minute Doe", "Moonshine"), to the unabashed feel-good jams ("Flashback", "Way of the Light"), to the hardcore battle raps ("Real MCs", "The Writz") and everything inbetween, every song is complete and every song is, plainly, off the freekin' hook. Featuring production that makes my spine tingle combined with lyrics that make you think, smile, laugh, and in some cases re-examine your life (sometimes all at once), 4th Dimensional Rocketships Going Up is a journey that covers uncharted musical territory.

This is just one of those albums - it gives you an indescribable feeling, starting with the first time you listen to it and never ending. It is in every way a perfect album - that is, every way except one.

It's just too short. I still love the album and I'd give it 6 stars if I could, but it's just too short. Maybe one or two more songs and I would throw away all my other CDs and listen to this one for the rest of my life.

This is the perfect album for somebody who is not afraid of music that demands you sit down and think about it.

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When Alternative Meant Something

Postpunk Chronicles: Going Underground
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Postpunk Chronicles: Left Of The Dial

ASIN: B00000G5PG
Release Date: 1999-01-12

Tracks:

What Difference Does It Make? - The Smiths
Passionate Friend - The Teardrop Explodes
A New England - Billy Bragg
Cattle And Cane - The Go-Betweens
Upside Down - The Jesus And Mary Chain
Buried Alive - The Lyres
I Wanna Destroy You - The Soft Boys
To Hell With Poverty - Gang Of Four
Let's Build A Car - Swell Maps
Adrenalin - Throbbing Gristle
Gravity Talks - Green On Red
I Look Around - The Rain Parade
Jet Fighter - The Three O'Clock
Death Valley '69 - Sonic Youth/Lydia Lunch
Final Solution - Pere Ubu
Going Underground - The Jam

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One of three CDs in the Postpunk Chronicles series released by Rhino, Going Underground contains the most obscure references (for comparison, check out the other two compilations, Scared to Dance and Left of the Dial). "What Difference Does It Make?" by the Smiths is the most accessible track on the compilation. The rest of the songs can provide great ammunition for anyone partaking in the Referential Superiority Game. For those who think Trent Reznor defines industrial music, check out Throbbing Gristle, who were splicing tape long before Reznor was hanging from it in his "Head Like a Hole" video. Obscurity aside, the song selection here provides an excellent representation of some of the noisiest, most distorted, most experimental music of the time. These artists heroically sought the underground for the underground's sake. As a result, Going Underground stands the test of time better than the other two Postpunk Chronicles collections. --Beth Bessmer

Customer Reviews:

When Alternative Meant Something.......2000-07-18

This album reminded me of my teens in the 80's, when alternative really meant alternative, and the songs could vary from rauchy punk to bouncy synth-pop (all with great lyrics). One of the best series I've come across--I have the entire series. It's a great mix of great bands that you rarely get to hear anymore--everyone knows the bands and the songs, but they're never on the radio. (Which is kind of why they started glomming such diverse styles of music under the heading "alternative" in the first place.) Good listening.

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Good songs

Going Underground/Carnation
Buffalo Tom/Gallagher
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Going Underground-Buffalo Tom
Carnation-Liam Gallagher & Steve Cradock

Album Description

Split single featuring two cuts from the tribute album to The Jam, 'Fire & Skill'. Contains Oasis' Liam Gallagher with Ocean Colour Scene's Steve Cradrock doing 'Carnation' & Buffalo Tom's rendition of 'Going Underground'. Slimline jewel case. 1999 release

Album Details

The Jam's First No.1 Single is Given a Superb Reprise by Boston's Finest Buffalo Tom. First Ever Lead Performace for Liam Outside of Oasis. 'carnation' is a Song from the Jam's Last Full Studio Album 'the Gift.'

Customer Reviews:

Good songs.......2003-02-10

If you buy this cd is have to be for the song carnation because the song of buffalo is pretty basic and dont have much diference of the Jam Verson but Carnation is very diferrent to the original versIon because the voice of liam gallagher and the rhytim of steve cradock. This cd is good buy it you will be satisfied.

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INDY HIP HOP'S FINEST....AND DEFINATELY HARDEST WORKING!!

Rather Unique
Jahred Chapter
Manufacturer: KARPEDIEM PRODUCTIONS, INC.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000CAEELE
Release Date: 2004-10-31

Tracks:

RATHER UNIQUE
DON'T LOOK AWAY
FATHER GOD
LIFE IS MY MELODY
FAITH
JUST IMAGINE
WHY WHEN I ROCK A SHOW
FEEL ANOINTED
STORMY WEATHER
I WISH
NO MORE SH**
BODY ROCK
LIVE YOUR DREAM
STREETS IS WATCHIN' - BONUS TRACK
SOMETHING'S WRONG - BONUS TRACK

Product Description

In the midst of bright lights, ubiquitous movie stars, towering buildings, and Grammy award winning entertainers there exists an emerging phenom of which Hollywood and the music industry very seldom see, a unique talent that comes along but once every few years. He is a young entrepreneur who can produce his own music, write his own lyrics, and flow as well as, if not better then some of the greatest emcees in the game today. He is the C.E.O of Karpediem Productions, Jahred Chapter.

Customer Reviews:

INDY HIP HOP'S FINEST....AND DEFINATELY HARDEST WORKING!!.......2006-03-01

IT'S SORT OF LIKE WATCHING BULL FIGHT...EXCEPT THE BULL IS TAUNTING THE MATADOR. A HARD WORKING LOS ANGELES NATIVE WHO HAS TAKEN AN UNDERGROUND, CONSCIENCE MESSAGE, AND MADE IT COMMERCIALLY COMPATIBLE...NOT AN EASY TASK. NONTHELESS, I WISH THAT I HAD THE MEANS TO HELP THIS YOUNG MAN GET TO THE RIGHT PEOPLE...THE MUSIC SPEAKS FOR ITSELF - ONE LUV JAHRED!

KEEP DOIN' YUR THING, YOUR FOUNDATION IS SOLID, AND IS THE KEY TO WHAT WILL BE...

ONE.

-TOP NOTCH HIP-HOP

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Twister
Going UnderGround
Manufacturer: Jvc Victor
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000P12CTQ
Release Date: 2007-06-25

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Twister
Going UnderGround
Manufacturer: Jvc Victor
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000P12CU0
Release Date: 2007-06-25

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Going Underground V.1
Various Artists
Manufacturer: World
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000006N9P
Release Date: 1997-09-15

The New Wave of British Pop: Going Underground

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My Token Alt.

The New Wave of British Pop: Going Underground
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Reverb
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

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Tracks:

Butterfly Knife - Mir
Stanley - Kingsway
It's You - Times Square
Transcend And Be Free - Chink
The King Is Dead - Stephen
Morgan Blue Town - International Language
Before They Leave You - Lear
Birthday - Safe Home
You Know Where I'm At - Stripper 8
Special Teeth - Dogs Bite Your Owners
Reetarded - Grimmet Scudder

Customer Reviews:

My Token Alt........1999-05-27

I guess the title kind of says it all for me. I leave most of the alternative music for the radio, listening to Ska, Swing, uptempo Electronica (Dance), and new wave to my CD playing time. When I need an Alternative fix I pull this out or a few select other CD's.

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Twilight
Going UnderGround
Manufacturer: Jvc Victor
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000BHM2F
Release Date: 2003-10-06

Tracks:

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Long Await Between Collasped Lungs

Manufacturer: Pax Recordings
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Jazz | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000CADHA8
Release Date: 2003-01-07

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