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Amused to Death is perfectly titled; it conveys its maker's mordant humor and underlying pessimism. Roger Waters's third solo album allowed a faint but perceptible return to the sound of his estranged former band, Pink Floyd. There are moments here ("What God Wants," "Three Wishes") that recall nothing so much as the densely textured sound of
Animals and
The Wall. And like those works, this is a concept album--the concept (as ever with Waters) being the crappy nature of modern life. Fair enough, but as usual, his satire is blunt and the targets of his scorn obvious. Former Eagle Don Henley duets on "Watching TV," while Jeff Beck contributes taut, lyrical solos to a number of tracks, notably "It's a Miracle." Waters's voice, however, remains the same: a weary whisper, positively dripping with contempt.
--Andrew McGuire
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Amused to Death
Average customer rating:
- The Final Cut Part 2
- My Mind is Growing,.. I can feel it.
- A must have, incredible album
- Brilliant
- Bravo
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Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
 General
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ASIN: B0000027I6
Release Date: 1992-09-01 |
Tracks:
- The Ballad Of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Part I
- Perfect Sense, Part I
- Perfect Sense, Part II
- The Bravery Of Being Out Of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Part I
- Late Home Tonight, Part II
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Part II
- What God Wants, Part III
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's A Miracle
- Amused To Death
Amazon.com
Amused to Death is perfectly titled; it conveys its maker's mordant humor and underlying pessimism. Roger Waters's third solo album allowed a faint but perceptible return to the sound of his estranged former band, Pink Floyd. There are moments here ("What God Wants," "Three Wishes") that recall nothing so much as the densely textured sound of Animals and The Wall. And like those works, this is a concept album--the concept (as ever with Waters) being the crappy nature of modern life. Fair enough, but as usual, his satire is blunt and the targets of his scorn obvious. Former Eagle Don Henley duets on "Watching TV," while Jeff Beck contributes taut, lyrical solos to a number of tracks, notably "It's a Miracle." Waters's voice, however, remains the same: a weary whisper, positively dripping with contempt. --Andrew McGuire
Customer Reviews:
The Final Cut Part 2.......2007-07-12
What a great album. Just goes to show the brains behind some of the majestic Pink Floyds's finest songs were Roger Waters. Genius
My Mind is Growing,.. I can feel it........2007-06-09
This album receives much criticism from "Pink Floyd" fans, who after knocking this amazing album probably pop in "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" and descend into the abyss of cheesy guitar solos and empty lyrics that is the post Roger Waters "Pink Floyd" (note the quotation marks). This album is proof that, after Syd left the band, Roger Waters WAS Pink Floyd. His band mates had an amazing sound, and they gave life to his visions, but he gave each record after Dark Side its concept, its substance, its life. On Pros and Cons, and Radio KAOS, Roger has trouble capturing the Floyd's sonic grace, but on Amused to Death, he captures the spirit of the Floyd perfectly. As Such, I consider this a Pink Floyd record, the first to come out after "The Final Cut" (another amazing record and a must listen if you enjoy this album). Jeff Beck is on Par with Gilmour on this album, especially on tracks like "What God Wants" (pts 1&3). This record is a tour de force, Roger Waters' requiem for the human race, and its message is still relevant a decade later. This is not an easy album to love, it takes repeated listens to understand its message, and by listens, I mean sitting down, listening to the entire record and thinking thorough each track, as another reviewier put it perfectly, you must give this record as much thought as Mr. Waters gave it to understand and love it. I recently saw Roger in Atlanta on his Dark Side tour, and it was indeed a Pink Floyd concert. David Gilmour fought Roger for the rights to use the Pink Floyd name, and after winning, released two albums, one Horrid, and one mediocre. Roger Waters, however, on albums like this, and on his exceptional tours, keeps the Floyd alive, despite Gilmour having hijacked the name. Thank you Roger, for your vision, your talent, and for the years of amazing music that is your gift to the world. Rock on Roger, keep the Floyd alive, and save us from "On An Island."
A must have, incredible album .......2007-05-21
This is Roger Waters at its best, it is one of the best album of the decade in my mind (the 90's) This cd is what we often call "a desert island cd" if you see what I mean.
Brilliant.......2007-05-09
If this was a PF album it would be considered a classic. The only reason it remains unknown outside the PF fan circle is prolly a matter of distribution. This album shows off Roger Waters artistically ambitious compositions: songs that have great rythmn and forward drive in addition to compelling lyrics. The songs just seem natural and unforced. It is a wonderfully relaxing album to listen to with beautiful textures and great playing. I never tire of it, and it seems as fresh as when it first came out.
Bravo.......2007-03-13
I obtained this CD when it first came out and I think I listened to it once or twice, then stored it away for years with the impression that it was just a collection of rambling tunes and sounds, hard to follow and containing no real down and out, full balls-out musical grooves like Mr. Waters can deliver when he wants. Maybe I've just matured a little since then, thinking more about substance than style, but since I brought it out again I've listened to it over and over and over and am simply amazed at what I've been missing. The overall product is a statement on the scary direction civilization seems to be to be heading, usually in the search of the almighty dollar and in the wars we wage. The production is stunning and the lyrics are scathing. As the CD begins, we hear a very old man quietly recounting what seems like a fascinating story at first but you quickly realize that it is a terrible one, and that you are listening to a veteran of the First World War. The songs that follow illustrate the idea of how civilizations justify their behaviors in war, arms races, global domination etc., the state of technology and the ever-increasing obsessions we/they have with all things material, and not the things that really, really matter. Heady stuff, once again from Mr. Waters but I wouldn't expect anything less. After the music reaches its ultimate conclusion we return once again to the veteran and the conlusion of his story and the real impact of everything hits the heart; He is the whole point. He is the human element and because his delivery is so mild and unassuming, because he sounds on the surface like he could be talking about anything but the terrible tragedy he has carried with him all his life, the poignancy is all the more overwhelming. How many millions of him are out there?
Average customer rating:
- The Final Cut Part 2
- My Mind is Growing,.. I can feel it.
- A must have, incredible album
- Brilliant
- Bravo
|
Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Progressive Rock
| Progressive
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
| Classic Rock
| Styles
| Music
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- The Pros and Cons of Hitchhiking
- Radio K.A.O.S.
- Broken China
- On An Island
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ASIN: B000002A73
Release Date: 1995-01-03 |
Tracks:
- The Ballad Of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Part I
- Perfect Sense, Part I
- Perfect Sense, Part II
- The Bravery Of Being Out Of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Part I
- Late Home Tonight, Part II
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Part II
- What God Wants, Part III
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's A Miracle
- Amused To Death
Amazon.com
Amused to Death is perfectly titled; it conveys its maker's mordant humor and underlying pessimism. Roger Waters's third solo album allowed a faint but perceptible return to the sound of his estranged former band, Pink Floyd. There are moments here ("What God Wants," "Three Wishes") that recall nothing so much as the densely textured sound of Animals and The Wall. And like those works, this is a concept album--the concept (as ever with Waters) being the crappy nature of modern life. Fair enough, but as usual, his satire is blunt and the targets of his scorn obvious. Former Eagle Don Henley duets on "Watching TV," while Jeff Beck contributes taut, lyrical solos to a number of tracks, notably "It's a Miracle." Waters's voice, however, remains the same: a weary whisper, positively dripping with contempt. --Andrew McGuire
Customer Reviews:
The Final Cut Part 2.......2007-07-12
What a great album. Just goes to show the brains behind some of the majestic Pink Floyds's finest songs were Roger Waters. Genius
My Mind is Growing,.. I can feel it........2007-06-09
This album receives much criticism from "Pink Floyd" fans, who after knocking this amazing album probably pop in "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" and descend into the abyss of cheesy guitar solos and empty lyrics that is the post Roger Waters "Pink Floyd" (note the quotation marks). This album is proof that, after Syd left the band, Roger Waters WAS Pink Floyd. His band mates had an amazing sound, and they gave life to his visions, but he gave each record after Dark Side its concept, its substance, its life. On Pros and Cons, and Radio KAOS, Roger has trouble capturing the Floyd's sonic grace, but on Amused to Death, he captures the spirit of the Floyd perfectly. As Such, I consider this a Pink Floyd record, the first to come out after "The Final Cut" (another amazing record and a must listen if you enjoy this album). Jeff Beck is on Par with Gilmour on this album, especially on tracks like "What God Wants" (pts 1&3). This record is a tour de force, Roger Waters' requiem for the human race, and its message is still relevant a decade later. This is not an easy album to love, it takes repeated listens to understand its message, and by listens, I mean sitting down, listening to the entire record and thinking thorough each track, as another reviewier put it perfectly, you must give this record as much thought as Mr. Waters gave it to understand and love it. I recently saw Roger in Atlanta on his Dark Side tour, and it was indeed a Pink Floyd concert. David Gilmour fought Roger for the rights to use the Pink Floyd name, and after winning, released two albums, one Horrid, and one mediocre. Roger Waters, however, on albums like this, and on his exceptional tours, keeps the Floyd alive, despite Gilmour having hijacked the name. Thank you Roger, for your vision, your talent, and for the years of amazing music that is your gift to the world. Rock on Roger, keep the Floyd alive, and save us from "On An Island."
A must have, incredible album .......2007-05-21
This is Roger Waters at its best, it is one of the best album of the decade in my mind (the 90's) This cd is what we often call "a desert island cd" if you see what I mean.
Brilliant.......2007-05-09
If this was a PF album it would be considered a classic. The only reason it remains unknown outside the PF fan circle is prolly a matter of distribution. This album shows off Roger Waters artistically ambitious compositions: songs that have great rythmn and forward drive in addition to compelling lyrics. The songs just seem natural and unforced. It is a wonderfully relaxing album to listen to with beautiful textures and great playing. I never tire of it, and it seems as fresh as when it first came out.
Bravo.......2007-03-13
I obtained this CD when it first came out and I think I listened to it once or twice, then stored it away for years with the impression that it was just a collection of rambling tunes and sounds, hard to follow and containing no real down and out, full balls-out musical grooves like Mr. Waters can deliver when he wants. Maybe I've just matured a little since then, thinking more about substance than style, but since I brought it out again I've listened to it over and over and over and am simply amazed at what I've been missing. The overall product is a statement on the scary direction civilization seems to be to be heading, usually in the search of the almighty dollar and in the wars we wage. The production is stunning and the lyrics are scathing. As the CD begins, we hear a very old man quietly recounting what seems like a fascinating story at first but you quickly realize that it is a terrible one, and that you are listening to a veteran of the First World War. The songs that follow illustrate the idea of how civilizations justify their behaviors in war, arms races, global domination etc., the state of technology and the ever-increasing obsessions we/they have with all things material, and not the things that really, really matter. Heady stuff, once again from Mr. Waters but I wouldn't expect anything less. After the music reaches its ultimate conclusion we return once again to the veteran and the conlusion of his story and the real impact of everything hits the heart; He is the whole point. He is the human element and because his delivery is so mild and unassuming, because he sounds on the surface like he could be talking about anything but the terrible tragedy he has carried with him all his life, the poignancy is all the more overwhelming. How many millions of him are out there?
Average customer rating:
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Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Columbia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Progressive Rock
| Progressive
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Pop Rock
| Pop
| Styles
| Music
Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
| Classic Rock
| Styles
| Music
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ASIN: B0009VJYKM
Release Date: 1994-11-08 |
Tracks:
- Ballad of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 2
- Bravery of Being Out of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 1
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 2
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Pt. 2
- What God Wants, Pt. 3
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's a Miracle
- Amused to Death
Album Description
Vinyl Classics reissue of this album comes as a vinyl look-a-like CD that's packaged in a die-cut see-through slipcase. Sony.
Average customer rating:
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Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Columbia
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
Pop Rock
| Pop
| Styles
| Music
Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
| Classic Rock
| Styles
| Music
Progressive Rock
| Progressive
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Rock
| Imports
| Stores
| Music
ASIN: B00005G8Q9
Release Date: 1994-11-08 |
Tracks:
- Ballad of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 2
- Bravery of Being Out of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 1
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 2
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Pt. 2
- What God Wants, Pt. 3
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's a Miracle
- Amused to Death
Average customer rating:
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in the eye of the devil
amused to death
Manufacturer: thrust
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000MKAEPE |
Average customer rating:
- Excellent solo work from the former Floyd master
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Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Sony Japan
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Progressive Rock
| Progressive
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Pop Rock
| Pop
| Styles
| Music
Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
| Classic Rock
| Styles
| Music
Classic Rock
| Imports
| Stores
| Music
Rock
| Imports
| Stores
| Music
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ASIN: B0007WZXAS
Release Date: 2005-06-21 |
Tracks:
- Ballad of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 2
- Bravery of Being Out of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 1
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 2
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Pt. 2
- What God Wants, Pt. 3
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's a Miracle
- Amused to Death
Customer Reviews:
Excellent solo work from the former Floyd master.......2007-04-05
Good, mellow music that grows on you. Not his best work ever IMO, but some quality works in Amused to Death, Perfect Sense, & Miracle. A great addition to any PF collection.
Average customer rating:
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Amused to Death
Roger Waters
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
General
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Progressive Rock
| Progressive
| Rock
| Styles
| Music
Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
| Classic Rock
| Styles
| Music
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ASIN: B00000DSI0
Release Date: 1993-01-12 |
Tracks:
- Ballad of Bill Hubbard
- What God Wants, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 1
- Perfect Sense, Pt. 2
- Bravery of Being Out of Range
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 1
- Late Home Tonight, Pt. 2
- Too Much Rope
- What God Wants, Pt. 2
- What God Wants, Pt. 3
- Watching TV
- Three Wishes
- It's a Miracle
- Amused to Death
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