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| 3. Flesh Canoe |
| 4. The Purple Bottle |
| 5. Bees |
| 6. Banshee Beat |
| 7. Daffy Duck |
| 8. Loch Raven |
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Feels is a big, daring collection with recurring themes of psychedelia, folk-rock, prog-rock, jazz, and modern classical composition. Above all the album is cohesive and tangible. This music spreads out ethereally, pulsates, and is ambitious and strange, punctuated by echoes of George Harrison, Brian Wilson, and Motown. Animal Collective seems more inspired by the elements within, rather than in an imitation of that music: There are bombastic drums that would be at home on Pet Sounds on the dynamically thrilling "Grass," and on "Flesh Canoe" there are guitar voicings taken from the pages of Harrison's All Things Must Pass. Perhaps the loveliest of domestic love songs exists in "Purple Bottle," a relaxed transitional ripple that has not one but three build-and-release crescendos. Lead by Avey Tare, AC can be gentle and engulfing, but then will just as easily bare its teeth, even on a beautiful washy song like "Bees" where fright mingles with an rusted autoharp, a spare confluence of harmonized voices, and tucked-in, dreamy synthesizers. On "Daffy Duck" AC tries on a late-'90s Aphex Twin mood, just without the metallic, chrome coldness, and that idea envelopes into an identifiable heart-on-sleeve yearning. Feels should restore faith in the idea that rock musicians can take time and create complete albums that are equally bold, inventive, and meaningful--a far cry from the current vogue of releasing a collection of disparate singles as an album. --Gabi Knight
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Feels is the band's seventh album to date - their sophmore effort for Fat Cat - and sees them again kicking off from their previous release to explore another different direction. Where Sung Tongs was largely acoustic-based and the product of just two members of the Collective (Avey Tare and Panda), Feels is in contrast a full group effort (also including Geologist and Deakin). Moving further away from the suggestion of folkish affinities; it is electrified, rhythmically more urgent, and overall a considerable denser work. Those sweet melodies and big catchy hooks remain intact, and the songwriting is once again bold, brave and adventurous, as ever indeliby stamped with their own unique personality. Hugely inventive and tightly focused, Feels simply sounds like nothing else right now. Look for release of "Grass" EP domestically early 2006.
Having said that, I do not like this band, Rascal Flatts, and bands like them one bit. I think that they are third rate mediocrities, whose success is a result of their packaging as much as anything else. Their songs have all the profundity of a Hallmark card, or perhaps a Chinese fortune cookie, and are sung in an incredibly irritating, whiny American Idol/Radio Disney style. In short, there is nothing here of merit. I urge the fans of this group to do a bit of research, and check out some real country.
"This left feels right" sounds like it was done by a high school cover band trying to be artistic. Ranks WAY below Tesla (see "Five man acoustical jam" for those of you younger then 30).
I am a Bon Jovi fan and bought this without reservation. I suggest you sample the songs before you buy.
I just saw the movie MONSOON WEDDING and I absolutely loved it! Of course, I just HAD to have the soundtrack, so I bought the Cd recently and loved it too! WOW!
The Cd will leave you in a happy mood... Wonderful up-beat songs, many are so danceable and hipnotic. I've been playing this Cd all week ...I just wish it were longer because I would love to have more Cds like this in my Cd collection.
I'd recommend seeing the movie too. As well, I'd check out Danna's music for another Mira Nair movie, "Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love."
It is very Culture rich and soaked in Indian flavor. It's colorful and makes you happy with a laugh or two; as it seeks to portray the traditional music typical of a Punjabi wedding in Delhi, India.
You want to dance with most songs and sit quietly to reflect with others. I listed appreciate because we often don't sit back to appreciate the richness that other cultures provide. My 2 year old appreciates this music in her broken wanna be Hindi mimic.
She dances as does my 6 year old to this music. It's really a great CD but I would recommend seeing the movie first.
I luv every song that he did on this album and this is definitely going into the Jazz Hall of Fame or the Top List of Jazz Albums.
I recommend the following albums:
1. Miles Davis- Kind of Blue
2. Maynard Ferguson- Conquistador
3. Herb Alpert- Rise
4. Freddie Hubbard- The Best of Freddie Hubbard, First Light, Above & Beyond, Hub-Tones, Straight Life, Life Flight, etc.
5. Chet Baker- The Best Thing for You/You Can't Go Home Again
6. Grover Washington, Jr.- Winelight, Come Morning, Mister Magic, The Best of Grover Washington, Jr.
7. Marvin Gaye- The Best of Marvin Gaye (Motown Anthology Series)
8. Miles Davis- Live Around the World, Tutu, Doo-Bop, Aura, The Man with the Horn, Bitches Brew, etc.
9. Marvin Gaye- Dream of a Lifetime, Romantically Yours, Vulnerable (3 great final releases from the legendary Marvin Gaye)
10. Barry White- All-Time Greatest Hits, The Ultimate Collection, Can't Get Enough, The Icon is Love, The Man is Back, etc.
Just to name a few list I can recommend to this album. He sounds a bit like Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Chet Baker, Donald Byrd, Art Farmer whom I listen to the most.
Chris Vadala:
On tenor and soprano saxophones, alto, and c flutes, and piccolo. He is without a doubt, one of the best reedists Mangione ever had in his band lineup. Gerry Neiwood was the other master! Chris Vadala's playing is so unique and his sound is extraudinary, and soulful. His magic adds so much more to the music of this album. His solo on Feels So Good is magnificent. I still find myself humming it over and over, hours after I've played it.
Grant Geissman:
On acoustic, electric, classical, and 12 string guitars, Grant Geissman, just might of played one of the greatest guitar solos in jazz history. Yes, you guessed it; the solo on Feels So Good. It's a wonder, he didn't spend hours and hours working it out, since it's so melodic.
Charles Meeks:
Funky, "Meet Man" Meeks. One of the grooviest bass players ever! He adds some hippness to the album.
James Bradley Jr:
Every drummer should learn from this master. Although some might not call him a master at this time, because he was only 18 years old. Well accomplished, who had a role in Cool Hand Luke when he was 7, was a child prodigy on the drums. He cools it down a little bit, on this album, but makes up for it, in color. Some nice conga playing on 11th Commandment.
The first song, Feels So Good, is Mangione's classic! Still, after 25 years, it's still loved by pop and jazz fans alike.
Here, the way it originally was issued, the full 9 minute version. With the edited version, so much magic was lost, and until this day, gone forever. Next up, Maui Waui. One of the most melodic songs ever; Chris Vadala's flute playing adds to the warmth and beauty of the piece. Theme From Side Street, is one of the greatest songs by Mangione, ever! The melody, the hook, the groove, it's all there. Number 4 is, Hide And Seek. Another classic. Great solos by all! I particularly love Vadala's soprano solo, and Geissman's guitar solo. Last Dance, is another pretty piece. It has a beautiful acoutsic guitar solo, by Grant Geissman. The last piece, 11th Commandment; another classic. Charles Meeks, and James Bradley Jr. are featured soloists here. Meeks's bass solo is really blusey and down to earth. After some splap bass by Meeks, the piece picks up. James Bradley Jr's solo is perfect for this particular piece. Not too over powering, not at all, boring, just right! This is a classic album, and is still enjoyed by many. This album put Mangione on the map, and if you enjoy any fusion, or early contemporary jazz, you'll love Mangione's music!
The opening two tracks 'Did You See the Words' and 'Grass' are excellent, catchy indie-rock, and in themselves make the album worth buying. But as it progresses, the atmosphere becomes much more intense, yet dreamy and the whole album is steeped in a feeling of barely contained joy. A very Feels-good album!
The stand-out track is in my opinion, Banshee Beat. I have listened to this track on repeat and it never ceases to enthrall me with carefully layered melodies, ambiguous and slightly dark lyrics. In fact, the track sends shivers up my spine; there's something here which touches on the edge of a very deep, unrealised consciousness.
Daffy Duck and Loch Raven are deliciously sublime trippy chill-out. Pure musical genius to lose yourself in again and again. And Turn Into Something is a perfect ending to a perfect album- beautifully constructed, upbeat and just melts at the end like a piece of chocolate leaving behind a sweet after-taste.
It is very rare that an album should touch me so deeply or delight me so much. This is a treasure. Live it, Feel it...
Generally, the songs on 'Feels' are very dense and slow, making for great music to just sit, and relax too. Layers of synths are stacked very cleverly on lush piano melodies, and other odd instruments. The music generally pulses from a soft melody to a roaring climax and then back into semi-ambience. Though sometimes the melodies border into boring territory, there is always plenty to listen to in 'Feels'.
'Feels' is very hard to classify. There is plenty of experimentation, and emotion in this music, but at some points its almost ambient.
A very soothing and interesting release, but nothing very revolutionary. If you are looking for catchy pop tunes, then this is definately not for you, but if you want some good experimentation and are not afriaid of ambience, then definately check Animal Collective out.
It's Euge's strongest album to date with relaxed funky grooves like 'Get Em Goin', the slower 'Chillaxin' and the heavier 'Straight Up'.
Peter White adds his distinctive acoustic guitar to the easy going "This Must Be For Real".
Recorded using real drums/bass, this CD harks backs to its Jazz Funk inspiration - and the year 1976.The groove is the key to the whole, with a mix of funk, smooth jazz, and what almost sounds like quiet storm popping in from time to time.
Whether you're cruising the FDR Drive, the PCH or down 20 West to B'ham, this is the perfect music vehicle to get you to your destination. From 'Ballerina Girl' and '' to Euge's interpretation of 'Just My Imagination', he will have you in serious groove.
Then, to create a nice bedroom mood, lay back to either the title track, 'This Must Be For Real', '12:08 AM' or 'Chillaxin'' (a love-making song if there ever was one) and the night (or day) will be complete. Seemingly reminiscent of many of his contemporaries (see Kirk Whalum, Boney James, Steve Cole, Joshua Redman, etc.), Euge is in some great company, yet forges a sound all his own that helps him to stand apart. For all the grown folks, this will also be a good choice for your parties!
The previous cd he made, "Livin Large", had that rap song "thankuforlettinme...ect ect" twice on it, and that is the kind of stuff I don't care for- I'm glad he didn't do that on this cd.
I read the intro Euge wrote about how he was inspired to make this cd based on what the 70's were like musically, and instrument wise. He made a great cd, good job!
That being said how are the songs that ARE on the Ep? They're good. Very good. It starts off with a "remix" of their first single off of One Fell Swoop: "Staplegunned." This is so similar to the original that it hardly qualifies as a remix, so if you like the original, you should have no complaints about this remix. Following that is a Fleetwood Mac cover "Gold Dust Woman." I've not heard the original version of this song, I'll admit. Still, it sounds so different from typical Spill Canvas that I have to wonder if they didn't leave it quite the same. It's more blues than I'm used to hearing from this band, but Nick Thomas pulls it off quite well. It's track three that really makes this Ep worth buying. It's the first really new song on the Ep called "To Live Without It." I don't think I've ever heard Nick's vocals sound this good before. This song only makes me want to skip summer so I can get to the release of their full length faster. If you're a fan of their heavier stuff, you should love this song. After that, they slow it down for the rest of the Ep with "Appreciation and the Bomb." Nick's song writing abilities are so amazing. This song is so open, so melancholy. I would say that this song could be his best song ever. The Ep ends with another cover. This time it's of folk-singer Donovan. I'm not a big fan of Donovan, but I have heard the original of this version. I believe TSC pull is off masterfully. It is just a quick little folk song.
So, in short, Denial is perhaps not for a newcomer to The Spill Canvas, but for us fans who have been around since Sunsets, this is a gem. It may not hold off the pangs of longing for another full length, but it will certainly whet the appetite.
Feels is a big, daring collection with recurring themes of psychedelia, folk-rock, prog-rock, jazz, and modern classical composition. Above all the album is cohesive and tangible. This music spreads out ethereally, pulsates, and is ambitious and strange, punctuated by echoes of George Harrison, Brian Wilson, and Motown. Animal Collective seems more inspired by the elements within, rather than in an imitation of that music: There are bombastic drums that would be at home on Pet Sounds on the dynamically thrilling "Grass," and on "Flesh Canoe" there are guitar voicings taken from the pages of Harrison's All Things Must Pass. Perhaps the loveliest of domestic love songs exists in "Purple Bottle," a relaxed transitional ripple that has not one but three build-and-release crescendos. Lead by Avey Tare, AC can be gentle and engulfing, but then will just as easily bare its teeth, even on a beautiful washy song like "Bees" where fright mingles with an rusted autoharp, a spare confluence of harmonized voices, and tucked-in, dreamy synthesizers. On "Daffy Duck" AC tries on a late-'90s Aphex Twin mood, just without the metallic, chrome coldness, and that idea envelopes into an identifiable heart-on-sleeve yearning. Feels should restore faith in the idea that rock musicians can take time and create complete albums that are equally bold, inventive, and meaningful--a far cry from the current vogue of releasing a collection of disparate singles as an album. --Gabi Knight
Product Description
Feels is the band's seventh album to date - their sophmore effort for Fat Cat - and sees them again kicking off from their previous release to explore another different direction. Where Sung Tongs was largely acoustic-based and the product of just two members of the Collective (Avey Tare and Panda), Feels is in contrast a full group effort (also including Geologist and Deakin). Moving further away from the suggestion of folkish affinities; it is electrified, rhythmically more urgent, and overall a considerable denser work. Those sweet melodies and big catchy hooks remain intact, and the songwriting is once again bold, brave and adventurous, as ever indeliby stamped with their own unique personality. Hugely inventive and tightly focused, Feels simply sounds like nothing else right now. Look for release of "Grass" EP domestically early 2006.
Feels,Animal Collective,Fat Cat [Caroline],Experimental Rock,Indie Rock,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop
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Feels Like Home
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ASIN: B00018D44U Release Date: 2004-02-10 |
Tracks:
- Sunrise
- What Am I To You?
- Those Sweet Words
- Carnival Town
- In The Morning
- Be Here To Love Me
- Creepin' In
- Toes
- Humble Me
- Above Ground
- The Long Way Home
- The Prettiest Thing
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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.Amazon.com
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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:
Good, but not the best.......2007-06-17
a snoozer.......2007-06-09
LOVE IT.......2007-04-13
Feels Like Home.......2007-03-23
Feels Like Home.......2007-03-16
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Feels Like Today
Rascal Flatts Manufacturer: Lyric Street ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B0002VL0Z6 Release Date: 2004-09-28 |
Tracks:
- Where You Are
- Bless The Broken Road
- Then I Did
- Feels Like Today
- Fast Cars And Freedom
- When The Sand Runs Out
- Here's To You
- The Day Before You
- Break Away
- Holes
- Oklahoma-Texas Line
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Somewhat remarkably, the youthful trio Rascal Flatts has an uncanny ability to sound 20-something going on 13. They are often dismissed as just another slick, contrived "boy band," though that hasn't kept them from chart-topping success. Admittedly, these Rascals do sound slick and even generic on run-of-the-mill teem anthems like "Fast Cars and Freedom" and "The Day Before You." Yet, on a few shining tracks like "Bless the Broken Road," "When the Sand Runs Out," and a lovely hidden cut called "Skin," the chic threesome also betrays poise, maturity, and thoughtfulness amid its chart-conscious predictability. --Bob AllenCustomer Reviews:
Dreadful and soulless tripe.......2007-07-03
Having said that, I do not like this band, Rascal Flatts, and bands like them one bit. I think that they are third rate mediocrities, whose success is a result of their packaging as much as anything else. Their songs have all the profundity of a Hallmark card, or perhaps a Chinese fortune cookie, and are sung in an incredibly irritating, whiny American Idol/Radio Disney style. In short, there is nothing here of merit. I urge the fans of this group to do a bit of research, and check out some real country.
Loved the album.......2007-05-22
Great Music...Fantastic.......2007-05-12
Get this cd today.......2007-03-17
Feels Like A Winner!!!.......2007-02-17
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This Left Feels Right: Greatest Hits With a Twist
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ASIN: B0000DZ3DG Release Date: 2003-11-04 |
Tracks:
- Wanted Dead Or Alive
- Livin' On A Prayer
- Bad Medicine
- It's My Life
- Lay Your Hands On Me
- You Give Love A Bad Name
- Bed Of Roses
- Everyday
- Born To Be My Baby
- Keep The Faith
- I'll Be There For You
- Always
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First of all, hats off to Bon Jovi for trying something different with This Left Feels Right--a selective collection of their most popular songs with a twist. That twist isn't a purely acoustic reworking, MTV unplugged style--anybody looking for that experience will be sorely disappointed by what's on offer. What Bon Jovi have done is re-record these songs in a completely different way while maintaining the original lyrics, melody and song structure. What's different then? Well, quite a bit actually. Check out the almost trip-hop beat and distorted vocal of "Wanted Dead or Alive", or the lazy soul of "Livin' on a Prayer". "It's My Life" is a beautiful piano-only standout, almost worth having the whole album for.The tracklisting isn't perfect, concentrating largely on their 1980s period (there's nothing from These Days, for instance). As such, the venture works as an effective cheese-extraction exercise, keeping the elements that made the originals so great, but removing shouty, hairspray-fuelled "whoa-yeahs". What we get is something that is closer to Jon Bon Jovi's last solo offering--the criminally underrated Destination Anyway. It doesn't always work ("Bed of Roses" just sounds like a warbling cover of the powerful original and by the time they reach "Always" it's obvious they've run out of new twists), and no doubt there will be legions of bemulleted faithfuls who will denounce this as blasphemy of the highest order. Sure, it's probably just record-company filler, but it's a worthwhile investment and you won't be embarrassed to have it on when your mates come round. --Cortman Virtue
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don't waste your money.......2007-07-23
The point?.......2007-06-28
Disapointed.......2007-06-25
"This left feels right" sounds like it was done by a high school cover band trying to be artistic. Ranks WAY below Tesla (see "Five man acoustical jam" for those of you younger then 30).
I am a Bon Jovi fan and bought this without reservation. I suggest you sample the songs before you buy.
Love it........2007-05-09
What a let down!!!!.......2007-03-22
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Still Feels Good
Rascal Flatts Manufacturer: Lyric Street ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana
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ASIN: B000QCUDL8 Release Date: 2007-09-25 |
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It all begins when the lights go down. For Gary LeVox, Joe Don Rooney and Jay DeMarcus, it has been that way since they were playing for a handful of people in a club in Nashville's Printers Alley. These days, of course, they play for thousands of screaming fans a night, drawn by state-of-the-art production and sound, and by spectacular vocal harmonies in service to an ever-expanding catalogue of hits. In between, it was the magic of those performances that catapulted Rascal Flatts into the front ranks of entertainers in all genres.
By any measure, Rascal Flatts is in elite territory. They are the reigning 2006 CMA, ACM and CMT Vocal Group of the Year. In 2005 they added Billboard and R&R Artist of the Year trophies as well. The trio also picked up its first three Grammy nominations in 2005, and their "Bless The Broken Road" received the Grammy for Country Song of the Year. Coming off the biggest selling artist album of 2006, Rascal Flatts is geared up for their brand new album coming on September 25.
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Monsoon Wedding (Score)
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ASIN: B00005UKLV Release Date: 2002-03-05 |
Tracks:
- Feels Like Rain
- Aaj Mera Jee Kardaa (Today My Heart Desires)
- Baraat
- Aaj Mausam Bada Beimann Hai (Today The Weather Plays Tricks On Me)
- Your Good Name
- delhi.com
- Fuse Box
- Mehndi/Madhorama Pencha
- Banished
- Good Indian Girls
- Fabric/Aaja Savariya (Come To Me, My Beloved)
- Allah Hoo
- Hold Me, I'm Falling
- Love And Marigolds
- Chunari Chunari
- Aaja Nachle (Come On Dance!)
- Aaj Mera Jee Kardaa (Zimpala Remix)
- Fuse Box (Alexkid's Dub Remix)
- Fuse Box (Julio Black Remix)
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Monsoon Wedding is Mychael Danna's second collaboration with film director Mira Nair, (Kama Sutra was the first), and he has again compiled a winning soundtrack. Danna explores a wide range of emotions, from solemn to celebratory, through different generations of Indian culture. The contemplative "Good Indian Girls" and "Hold Me, I'm Falling" feature Danna's trademark piano ambience over traditional Indian instrumentation, and the vivacious "Baraat" sounds like a Punjabi variation on Dixieland, while "Delhi.com" ventures into dreamy ethno-techno territory. Sukhwinder Singh's "Today My Heart Desires" serves up lively bhangra rock, and Laxmikant Pyarelal's "Today the Weather Plays Tricks on Me" (performed by Mohammed Rafi) swoons with strings and male vocals. In all, the soundtrack's pleasing variety of Eastern music mirrors the film's old and new worlds living within a singular culture. --Bryan ReesmanCustomer Reviews:
Monsoon Wedding Soundtrack is Terrific.......2007-05-18
Loved it!.......2007-03-24
I just saw the movie MONSOON WEDDING and I absolutely loved it! Of course, I just HAD to have the soundtrack, so I bought the Cd recently and loved it too! WOW!
The Cd will leave you in a happy mood... Wonderful up-beat songs, many are so danceable and hipnotic. I've been playing this Cd all week ...I just wish it were longer because I would love to have more Cds like this in my Cd collection.
Just as fabulous as the movie!.......2007-01-31
Love It, Love It, Love It.......2007-01-21
I'd recommend seeing the movie too. As well, I'd check out Danna's music for another Mira Nair movie, "Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love."
Culture-Happy-Dance-Reflect-Appreciate-Savor-Relax-Laugh.......2006-11-06
It is very Culture rich and soaked in Indian flavor. It's colorful and makes you happy with a laugh or two; as it seeks to portray the traditional music typical of a Punjabi wedding in Delhi, India.
You want to dance with most songs and sit quietly to reflect with others. I listed appreciate because we often don't sit back to appreciate the richness that other cultures provide. My 2 year old appreciates this music in her broken wanna be Hindi mimic.
She dances as does my 6 year old to this music. It's really a great CD but I would recommend seeing the movie first.
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Feels So Good
Chuck Mangione Manufacturer: A&M ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000002GB6 Release Date: 1990-10-25 |
Tracks:
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- Maui-Waui
- Theme From 'Side Street'
- Hide & Seek (Ready Or Not Here I Come)
- Last Dance
- The XIth Commandment
Customer Reviews:
CD Case.......2006-03-15
Doesn't it though.............2005-10-07
Feels Sorta Good.......2005-10-04
Chuck's my 1st introduction of Jazz.......2005-01-15
I luv every song that he did on this album and this is definitely going into the Jazz Hall of Fame or the Top List of Jazz Albums.
I recommend the following albums:
1. Miles Davis- Kind of Blue
2. Maynard Ferguson- Conquistador
3. Herb Alpert- Rise
4. Freddie Hubbard- The Best of Freddie Hubbard, First Light, Above & Beyond, Hub-Tones, Straight Life, Life Flight, etc.
5. Chet Baker- The Best Thing for You/You Can't Go Home Again
6. Grover Washington, Jr.- Winelight, Come Morning, Mister Magic, The Best of Grover Washington, Jr.
7. Marvin Gaye- The Best of Marvin Gaye (Motown Anthology Series)
8. Miles Davis- Live Around the World, Tutu, Doo-Bop, Aura, The Man with the Horn, Bitches Brew, etc.
9. Marvin Gaye- Dream of a Lifetime, Romantically Yours, Vulnerable (3 great final releases from the legendary Marvin Gaye)
10. Barry White- All-Time Greatest Hits, The Ultimate Collection, Can't Get Enough, The Icon is Love, The Man is Back, etc.
Just to name a few list I can recommend to this album. He sounds a bit like Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Chet Baker, Donald Byrd, Art Farmer whom I listen to the most.
Feels So Good!!!!!!!!.......2004-10-30
Chris Vadala:
On tenor and soprano saxophones, alto, and c flutes, and piccolo. He is without a doubt, one of the best reedists Mangione ever had in his band lineup. Gerry Neiwood was the other master! Chris Vadala's playing is so unique and his sound is extraudinary, and soulful. His magic adds so much more to the music of this album. His solo on Feels So Good is magnificent. I still find myself humming it over and over, hours after I've played it.
Grant Geissman:
On acoustic, electric, classical, and 12 string guitars, Grant Geissman, just might of played one of the greatest guitar solos in jazz history. Yes, you guessed it; the solo on Feels So Good. It's a wonder, he didn't spend hours and hours working it out, since it's so melodic.
Charles Meeks:
Funky, "Meet Man" Meeks. One of the grooviest bass players ever! He adds some hippness to the album.
James Bradley Jr:
Every drummer should learn from this master. Although some might not call him a master at this time, because he was only 18 years old. Well accomplished, who had a role in Cool Hand Luke when he was 7, was a child prodigy on the drums. He cools it down a little bit, on this album, but makes up for it, in color. Some nice conga playing on 11th Commandment.
The first song, Feels So Good, is Mangione's classic! Still, after 25 years, it's still loved by pop and jazz fans alike.
Here, the way it originally was issued, the full 9 minute version. With the edited version, so much magic was lost, and until this day, gone forever. Next up, Maui Waui. One of the most melodic songs ever; Chris Vadala's flute playing adds to the warmth and beauty of the piece. Theme From Side Street, is one of the greatest songs by Mangione, ever! The melody, the hook, the groove, it's all there. Number 4 is, Hide And Seek. Another classic. Great solos by all! I particularly love Vadala's soprano solo, and Geissman's guitar solo. Last Dance, is another pretty piece. It has a beautiful acoutsic guitar solo, by Grant Geissman. The last piece, 11th Commandment; another classic. Charles Meeks, and James Bradley Jr. are featured soloists here. Meeks's bass solo is really blusey and down to earth. After some splap bass by Meeks, the piece picks up. James Bradley Jr's solo is perfect for this particular piece. Not too over powering, not at all, boring, just right! This is a classic album, and is still enjoyed by many. This album put Mangione on the map, and if you enjoy any fusion, or early contemporary jazz, you'll love Mangione's music!
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Feels
Animal Collective Manufacturer: Fat Cat ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000AMSRO4 Release Date: 2005-10-18 |
Tracks:
- Did You See the Words
- Grass
- Flesh Canoe
- The Purple Bottle
- Bees
- Banshee Beat
- Daffy Duck
- Loch Raven
- Turn into Something
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Feels is a big, daring collection with recurring themes of psychedelia, folk-rock, prog-rock, jazz, and modern classical composition. Above all the album is cohesive and tangible. This music spreads out ethereally, pulsates, and is ambitious and strange, punctuated by echoes of George Harrison, Brian Wilson, and Motown. Animal Collective seems more inspired by the elements within, rather than in an imitation of that music: There are bombastic drums that would be at home on Pet Sounds on the dynamically thrilling "Grass," and on "Flesh Canoe" there are guitar voicings taken from the pages of Harrison's All Things Must Pass. Perhaps the loveliest of domestic love songs exists in "Purple Bottle," a relaxed transitional ripple that has not one but three build-and-release crescendos. Lead by Avey Tare, AC can be gentle and engulfing, but then will just as easily bare its teeth, even on a beautiful washy song like "Bees" where fright mingles with an rusted autoharp, a spare confluence of harmonized voices, and tucked-in, dreamy synthesizers. On "Daffy Duck" AC tries on a late-'90s Aphex Twin mood, just without the metallic, chrome coldness, and that idea envelopes into an identifiable heart-on-sleeve yearning. Feels should restore faith in the idea that rock musicians can take time and create complete albums that are equally bold, inventive, and meaningful--a far cry from the current vogue of releasing a collection of disparate singles as an album. --Gabi KnightAlbum Description
Feels is the band's seventh album to date - their sophmore effort for Fat Cat - and sees them again kicking off from their previous release to explore another different direction. Where Sung Tongs was largely acoustic-based and the product of just two members of the Collective (Avey Tare and Panda), Feels is in contrast a full group effort (also including Geologist and Deakin). Moving further away from the suggestion of folkish affinities; it is electrified, rhythmically more urgent, and overall a considerable denser work. Those sweet melodies and big catchy hooks remain intact, and the songwriting is once again bold, brave and adventurous, as ever indeliby stamped with their own unique personality. Hugely inventive and tightly focused, Feels simply sounds like nothing else right now. Look for release of "Grass" EP domestically early 2006.Album Description
Half a decade in and Animal Collective still seem to have a grade-A supply of unfettered pop. The lucky bastards. Literally bursting at the seams with infuriatingly catchy hooks, the now four-piece Animal Collective are capable of conjuring an epic chorus or towering build-up from a seemingly scant palate, then molding it into compositions that would engage readers of Smash Hits and Mojo alike. Opening with 'Did You See the Words', Animal Collective take the non-Waco bollocks of the Polyphonic Spree, lace through some psychedelic swerves then bring to boil with a 20-foot tall, balls-to-the-wall chorus. Ouch. Elsewhere, 'The Purple Bottle' is high-speed glam-folk, 'Banshee Beat' is a quivering waterlogged composition laid out bare, whilst 'Turn Into Something' is a sugar-rush of high-octane pop. Animal magic. 9 total tracks. Fat Cat. 2005.Customer Reviews:
Feels Good.......2007-06-05
The opening two tracks 'Did You See the Words' and 'Grass' are excellent, catchy indie-rock, and in themselves make the album worth buying. But as it progresses, the atmosphere becomes much more intense, yet dreamy and the whole album is steeped in a feeling of barely contained joy. A very Feels-good album!
The stand-out track is in my opinion, Banshee Beat. I have listened to this track on repeat and it never ceases to enthrall me with carefully layered melodies, ambiguous and slightly dark lyrics. In fact, the track sends shivers up my spine; there's something here which touches on the edge of a very deep, unrealised consciousness.
Daffy Duck and Loch Raven are deliciously sublime trippy chill-out. Pure musical genius to lose yourself in again and again. And Turn Into Something is a perfect ending to a perfect album- beautifully constructed, upbeat and just melts at the end like a piece of chocolate leaving behind a sweet after-taste.
It is very rare that an album should touch me so deeply or delight me so much. This is a treasure. Live it, Feel it...
Dense.......2007-04-03
Generally, the songs on 'Feels' are very dense and slow, making for great music to just sit, and relax too. Layers of synths are stacked very cleverly on lush piano melodies, and other odd instruments. The music generally pulses from a soft melody to a roaring climax and then back into semi-ambience. Though sometimes the melodies border into boring territory, there is always plenty to listen to in 'Feels'.
'Feels' is very hard to classify. There is plenty of experimentation, and emotion in this music, but at some points its almost ambient.
A very soothing and interesting release, but nothing very revolutionary. If you are looking for catchy pop tunes, then this is definately not for you, but if you want some good experimentation and are not afriaid of ambience, then definately check Animal Collective out.
one of the best releases in 2005.......2007-04-01
A must have.......2007-03-24
Feels.......2007-01-20
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Feels Good
Take 6 Manufacturer: Take 6 ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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| Christian & Gospel
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| Christian & Gospel
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ASIN: B000ALZHMK Release Date: 2006-03-21 |
Tracks:
- Come On
- this Another Day
- Feels Good
- Wait For the Sunshine
- Family Of Love
- More Than Ever
- Set U Free
- Vinterlude
- Just In time
- Lamb Of God
- I'll Never Turn Back No More
- You Can Make It-Go On
Album Description
When you are the world's greatest jazz, R&B, soul/gospel acapella vocal group, people have a difficult time describing your music. it always seems inadequate. Beginning in 1989 with their self titled debut, Take 6 has been hard to categorize. Selling a million records, nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards and winning two Grammy's, Best Jazz vocal performance, Best Soul Gospel Performance, Take 6 has not slowed down a single quarter note. Forming their own record compnay and partnering with 33rd Street, Take 6 is bringing their groove-laden acapella vocals to every corner of the country. "Feels Good" is the ultimate showcase for these award winning Take 6 acapeilla vocals. Yes, this is jazz, yes, this is R&B and yes, this is soul/gospel. Still hard to categorize, "Feels Good" is the finest Take 6 music heard in years.Customer Reviews:
These guys are the real deal!.......2007-05-24
Excellent CD.......2007-03-08
MUST HAVE GOSPEL ALBUM! 5 STARS!!.......2006-12-28
Classic Take 6.......2006-12-19
This album just "Feels Good"!!!.......2006-07-20
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Just Feels Right
Euge Groove Manufacturer: Narada ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
| Jazz
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ASIN: B000A7Q250 Release Date: 2005-08-30 |
Tracks:
- GIMMEALILCLICK
- GET EM GOIN'
- CHILLAXIN
- JUST MY IMAGINATION
- GONNATAKEUHIGHER
- STRAIGHT UP
- THIS MUST BE FOR REAL
- JUST FEELS RIGHT
- CANTSTOPDAFUNK (STRAIGHT UP REPRISE)
- 12:08 AM
- BALLERINA GIRL
Customer Reviews:
Soft touch, serious goooves........2007-03-07
It's Euge's strongest album to date with relaxed funky grooves like 'Get Em Goin', the slower 'Chillaxin' and the heavier 'Straight Up'.
Peter White adds his distinctive acoustic guitar to the easy going "This Must Be For Real".
Recorded using real drums/bass, this CD harks backs to its Jazz Funk inspiration - and the year 1976.The groove is the key to the whole, with a mix of funk, smooth jazz, and what almost sounds like quiet storm popping in from time to time.
Whether you're cruising the FDR Drive, the PCH or down 20 West to B'ham, this is the perfect music vehicle to get you to your destination. From 'Ballerina Girl' and '' to Euge's interpretation of 'Just My Imagination', he will have you in serious groove.
Then, to create a nice bedroom mood, lay back to either the title track, 'This Must Be For Real', '12:08 AM' or 'Chillaxin'' (a love-making song if there ever was one) and the night (or day) will be complete. Seemingly reminiscent of many of his contemporaries (see Kirk Whalum, Boney James, Steve Cole, Joshua Redman, etc.), Euge is in some great company, yet forges a sound all his own that helps him to stand apart. For all the grown folks, this will also be a good choice for your parties!
One of his best.......2007-02-07
APTLY TITLED!!.......2006-09-22
Smooth Jazz the way it SHOULD be!!!!!!!.......2006-07-12
The previous cd he made, "Livin Large", had that rap song "thankuforlettinme...ect ect" twice on it, and that is the kind of stuff I don't care for- I'm glad he didn't do that on this cd.
I read the intro Euge wrote about how he was inspired to make this cd based on what the 70's were like musically, and instrument wise. He made a great cd, good job!
Euge does it again!.......2006-05-17
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Denial Feels So Good
The Spill Canvas Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000OYC7AI Release Date: 2007-05-01 |
Tracks:
- Staplegunned
- Gold Dust Woman
- To Live Without It
- Appreciation and the Bomb
- Catch the Wind
Album Description
Honored as one of the 100 Bands To Watch for 2007 by Alternative Press, The Spill Canvas primes the poppunk pump with Denial Feels So Good, an EP preceding the band's full-length major-label debut album expected in the fall. After earning fans from Los Angeles to the U.K. with acclaimed indie albums and emotional live performances, The Spill Canvas is ready to make a big-time splash on the rock scene.Customer Reviews:
To Live Without It = Best........2007-06-05
You can't deny it. Sorry. . ........2007-05-02
That being said how are the songs that ARE on the Ep? They're good. Very good. It starts off with a "remix" of their first single off of One Fell Swoop: "Staplegunned." This is so similar to the original that it hardly qualifies as a remix, so if you like the original, you should have no complaints about this remix. Following that is a Fleetwood Mac cover "Gold Dust Woman." I've not heard the original version of this song, I'll admit. Still, it sounds so different from typical Spill Canvas that I have to wonder if they didn't leave it quite the same. It's more blues than I'm used to hearing from this band, but Nick Thomas pulls it off quite well. It's track three that really makes this Ep worth buying. It's the first really new song on the Ep called "To Live Without It." I don't think I've ever heard Nick's vocals sound this good before. This song only makes me want to skip summer so I can get to the release of their full length faster. If you're a fan of their heavier stuff, you should love this song. After that, they slow it down for the rest of the Ep with "Appreciation and the Bomb." Nick's song writing abilities are so amazing. This song is so open, so melancholy. I would say that this song could be his best song ever. The Ep ends with another cover. This time it's of folk-singer Donovan. I'm not a big fan of Donovan, but I have heard the original of this version. I believe TSC pull is off masterfully. It is just a quick little folk song.
So, in short, Denial is perhaps not for a newcomer to The Spill Canvas, but for us fans who have been around since Sunsets, this is a gem. It may not hold off the pangs of longing for another full length, but it will certainly whet the appetite.
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