The Deep End, Vol. 2 [Enhanced]

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This second and final installment of the band's ambitious tribute to their late bass player, Allen Woody, concludes what they began with 2001's Vol. 1--namely, to record each track with a different bass player while retaining a cohesive feel to each album. The two are indeed bookends; this second release is by no means comprised of leftover tracks. Rather, so many of Woody's favorite players wanted to be involved that it led to the recording of enough material to fill two full-length CDs. As on Vol. 1, the guest list includes notable players from different genres, such as Les Claypool (Primus), Billy Cox (Jimi Hendrix), Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead), Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson), Meshell N'degeocello, Jason Newsted (ex-Metallica), and Chris Squire (Yes), among others. The intent was to have each guest incorporate their own style into their selected track, while retaining the identifiable sound of the band, and again they have succeeded, especially on the Squire track, "Sun Dance." A notable exception is "Greasy Granny's Gopher Gravy, Pt. 1" which is pretty much transformed into a Primus song by Claypool's distinctive bass and vocal. It's still a worthwhile song, but more enjoyable if you're a fan of his band. Three covers out of 13 tracks--Tower of Power's "What Is Hip?," the more obscure "Hammer and Nails," and the traditional "Catfish Blues"--fit in smoothly alongside new originals such as "World of Confusion" and "Slow, Happy Boys." --Kim Hughes

The Deep End, Vol. 2,Gov't Mule,Ato Records,Blues-Rock,Hard Rock,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop,Southern Rock

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The Deep End, Vol. 2 [Enhanced]

Average customer rating: Recommended Packaging all screwed up A necessary addition to the series started in vol 1 The deep End, Vol. 2 not up to snuff

The Deep End, Vol. 2 Gov't Mule Manufacturer: Ato Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rock Jam Bands | Jam Bands | Rock | Styles | Music Southern Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Deep End, Vol. 1 Life Before Insanity Déjà Voodoo Dose Live with a Little Help from Our Friends ASIN: B00006JOFK Release Date: 2002-10-08

Tracks:

1. Trying Not To Fall
2. Time To Confess
3. Greasy Granny's Gopher Gravy (Part 1)
4. Greasy Granny's Gopher Gravy (Part 2)
5. What Is Hip?
6. World Of Confusion
7. Hammer And Nails
8. Slow Happy Boys
9. Sun Dance
10. Lay Of The Sunflower
11. Catfish Blues
12. Which Way Do We Run?
13. Babylon Turnpike

Amazon.com

This second and final installment of the band's ambitious tribute to their late bass player, Allen Woody, concludes what they began with 2001's Vol. 1--namely, to record each track with a different bass player while retaining a cohesive feel to each album. The two are indeed bookends; this second release is by no means comprised of leftover tracks. Rather, so many of Woody's favorite players wanted to be involved that it led to the recording of enough material to fill two full-length CDs. As on Vol. 1, the guest list includes notable players from different genres, such as Les Claypool (Primus), Billy Cox (Jimi Hendrix), Phil Lesh (Grateful Dead), Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel, King Crimson), Meshell N'degeocello, Jason Newsted (ex-Metallica), and Chris Squire (Yes), among others. The intent was to have each guest incorporate their own style into their selected track, while retaining the identifiable sound of the band, and again they have succeeded, especially on the Squire track, "Sun Dance." A notable exception is "Greasy Granny's Gopher Gravy, Pt. 1" which is pretty much transformed into a Primus song by Claypool's distinctive bass and vocal. It's still a worthwhile song, but more enjoyable if you're a fan of his band. Three covers out of 13 tracks--Tower of Power's "What Is Hip?," the more obscure "Hammer and Nails," and the traditional "Catfish Blues"--fit in smoothly alongside new originals such as "World of Confusion" and "Slow, Happy Boys." --Kim Hughes

Customer Reviews:

Recommended .......2007-01-05

I enjoyed listening to this CD another Gov't Mule classic Excellent to my personal taste Recommended

Packaging all screwed up.......2006-08-05

First, I would have probably rated this CD higher if I could have listened to it. But I've had problems getting the correct order from Amazon.

The first time I ordered this was about 3 months ago. I received a CD package that was part vol 1 and part vol 2. In other words, the sleeve would say one thing, the wrapping something else. But all that mattered was that it contained the vol 1 CD. I notified Amazon who very promptly sent me a replacement. It had the same problem, and Amazon credited my card and gave me $10 for my troubles, recommending that I buy it elsewhere.

About two months later I still hadn't found the CD in local stores, so I decided to give Amazon a try again since it was still on their website. This time all the packaging looked right, and it contained the vol 2 CD, but it contained only one CD. Vol 2 is supposed to be a two CD set. And the packaging indicated that this was only a single CD, so there must be two versions of vol 2. Again, I notified Amazon who very promptly sent me a replacement. And, again, it was wrong - it was a single CD. Amazon said they would credit my account.

Amazon handled the matter all four times very promptly and professionally. Unfortunately they seem to have no control over the manufacturer or packager.

Looks like I will try to buy this two-CD vol 2 locally.

A necessary addition to the series started in vol 1.......2006-03-09

As far as I'm concerned Vol 2 only manages to add even better performances to the series of recordings with guest bassists that started on vol 1. There's a crazy, almost over the top slide performance in Catfish Blues that just pushes the entire set into the stratosphere and firmly establishes Warren Haynes as one of the most vital electric guitarists in the last 20 years. This set rocks so hard it's incredible. If you can only get one of the Deep Ends then purchase vol 2 but you really need both. It'll be good for your soul.

The deep End, Vol. 2.......2005-10-12

Great new album and artists! This album and "The Deep End, Vol 1" are a treat for those who appreciate great guitar work! Gov't mule puts together some all time famous artists to create a stunningly musical treat! "Lay of the Sunflower", and "Soulshine" are melodic and tuneful, whereas "Catfish Blues" is an excellent gathering of New Orleans sounds you will recognize! Also, if you loved Lowell George formerly of "Little Feat", you will love "Greasy Granny's Gopher Gravy," which sounds a lot like old "Little Feat" albums. This is truly a guitar player lover's album!

not up to snuff.......2003-08-31

The guys have lost their fire. They were a great great power trio that could jam endlessly. But after allen woody's death, the guys have almost become a vegas act. I bought this album but hardly listen to it. In my opinion, deep end I was much closer to mules initial vision. If you want to see what they reall are about, get the Roseland Album.At their best, they absolutelt rocked!But here, they fizzle....gopher Gravy? really!!!

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The Columbia Albums of Irving Berlin, Vol. 1-2 Manufacturer: Collectables ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B0000AHEU8 Release Date: 2003-09-02

Tracks:

1. It's A Lovely Day Today/Blue Skies
2. Maybe Its Because I Love/I Got Lost
3. You'd Be Surprised/I'll See You In Cuba
4. Always/Remember
5. Shaking The Blues/Play A Simple/Alexander's
6. Here's No Business/Got The Sun/Girl I Marry
7. Say It Will Music/Cheek To Cheek
8. It's A Lovely Day Tomorrow/ Now It Can Be Told
9. This Year's Kisses/Be Careful! Its My Heart
10. Lady Of The Evening/ Better Luck Next Time
11. Steppin' Out With My Baby/ You're Just In Love
12. Let's Face The Music/Say It Isn't So
13. How Deep Is The Ocean/I Never Had A Chance
14. Change Partners/Mandy
15. You Can't Brush Me/Everybody Step/Waiting At The End
16. Soft Lights/They Say It's Wonderful
17. Puttin' On The Ritz/Marie
18. I've Got My Love To Keep Me/Top Hat
19. What'll I Do/All Alone
20. A Pretty Girl/Isn't This A Lovely Day
21. Lazy/I'm Getting Tired So I Can Sleep
22. I'm Playing With Fire/Let's Have Another Cup
23. Heat Wave/Let Yourself Go
24. The Piccoline/No Strings

Album Description

Full Title - The Columbia Albums Of Irving Berlin Vols. 1 & 2. Composer, conductor, arranger Frank DeVol scored more than fifty movies and is best known as the composer for the theme songs for the TV series 'My Three Sons', 'The Brady Bunch' and 'Family Affair'. In the 1940s DeVol was an arranger for Dinah Shore, Tony Bennett, Rudy Vallee, Vic Damone and Doris Day. Frank DeVol received multiple Emmy Awards and Academy Award nominations for his extensive body of work. Irving Berlin's medleys featured are 'Always/Remember', 'A Pretty Girl/Isn't It A Lovely Day' and 'Say It With Music/Cheek To Cheek'. 24 tracks. Collectables 2003.

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