| 1. Minor Earth Major |
| 2. Little Black Heart |
| 3. Velvet |
| 4. Summer Moved On |
| 5. The Sun Never Shone That Day |
| 6. To Let You Win |
| 7. The Company Man |
| 8. Thought That It Was You |
| 9. I Wish I Cared |
| 10. Barely Hanging On |
| 11. You'll Never Get Over Me |
| 12. I Won't Forget Her |
| 13. Mary Ellen Makes The Moment Count |
Editorial Reviews
After a seven-year absence during which the Norwegian pop trio went off to paint or record solo albums, A-Ha return with Minor Earth Major Sky, their sixth studio album. Recorded in New York over the course of a year, this one is filled with characteristically subtle melodies, sweeping pop production, and a haunting melancholy. Some tracks (like the winsome "Sun Never Shone That Day") border on the bland, but there are songs that have bite--such as the icy, William Orbit-style ballad "Little Black Heart"; the big, blowsy title track; and the satirical "The Company Man," where the band sing frankly of being ripped off by their record label ("Deals fell into our arms / And out of our hands"). There's also a nod to the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" in the epic, socially conscious ballad "Mary Ellen Makes the Moment Count." --Lucy O'Brien
Product Description
Sixth album for pop trio from Norway who first hit big in 1985 with their huge hit 'Take On Me'. 13 tracks including the first single 'Summer Moved On'. 2000 release. Standard jewel case.
Minor Earth Major Sky,a-ha,Wea International,Club/Dance,New Wave,Norway,Pop,Popular Music,Rock,Rock/Pop,Synth Pop
Minor Earth Major Sky [Import]
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Minor Earth Major Sky
a-ha Manufacturer: Wea International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00004SYWZ Release Date: 2000-05-01 |
Tracks:
- Minor Earth Major
- Little Black Heart
- Velvet
- Summer Moved On
- The Sun Never Shone That Day
- To Let You Win
- The Company Man
- Thought That It Was You
- I Wish I Cared
- Barely Hanging On
- You'll Never Get Over Me
- I Won't Forget Her
- Mary Ellen Makes The Moment Count
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After a seven-year absence during which the Norwegian pop trio went off to paint or record solo albums, A-Ha return with Minor Earth Major Sky, their sixth studio album. Recorded in New York over the course of a year, this one is filled with characteristically subtle melodies, sweeping pop production, and a haunting melancholy. Some tracks (like the winsome "Sun Never Shone That Day") border on the bland, but there are songs that have bite--such as the icy, William Orbit-style ballad "Little Black Heart"; the big, blowsy title track; and the satirical "The Company Man," where the band sing frankly of being ripped off by their record label ("Deals fell into our arms / And out of our hands"). There's also a nod to the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" in the epic, socially conscious ballad "Mary Ellen Makes the Moment Count." --Lucy O'BrienAlbum Description
Sixth album for pop trio from Norway who first hit big in 1985 with their huge hit 'Take On Me'. 13 tracks including the first single 'Summer Moved On'. 2000 release. Standard jewel case.Album Details
After several years apart, A-Ha have roared back with their best album ever. The songs are expertly crafted, beautifully performed and yet dark and deeply emotional. Morten Harket's voice is crystal clear and he truly inherits the crown of best tenor in rock from the late Roy Orbison. Outstanding tracks include the title track, 'Summer Moved On,' 'The Sun Never Shone that Day,' 'To Let You Win' and the majestic beauty of 'I Wish I Cared.'Customer Reviews:
not a detour but not a hit.......2007-06-29
It's also noticed that they focused more on rock pieces and alternative moods, the guitars of Paul are amazing, and the use of a mild orchestra in almost every song is a new and nice touch. Within the songs the title track, Summer Moved On, The Sun Never Shone That Day and Thought That It Was You are excellent pieces perfect for adaptating for the new rythm of the album, they have moderate guitars, electronic arrengements and as I named before a great instrumentation. The songs To Let You Win, Velvet and You'll Never Get Over Me are songs that could be easily associated with the style of East Of The Sun..., but still experimental. The rest of the tracks are good, but lazy and out of tune.
In conclusion I would say that it's the worst among the best of A-ha's albums, but appreciatable after all.
A-HA Minor Earth Major Sky CD Review.......2007-05-12
The best.......2007-03-27
Amazing.......2007-02-08
I was hooked from the start.......2006-09-14
Don't know why all the good music comes out of Europe, very few good American bands in the last 20 years.
Great stuff, all around wonderful songs. Summer Moved On ranks as one of my all time favorites.
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Minor Earth Major Sky
a-ha Manufacturer: Wea International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00005HXQE Release Date: 2001-06-12 |
Tracks:
- Minor Earth Major Sky
- Little Black Heart
- Velvet
- Summer Moved On
- Sun Never Shone That Day
- To Let You Win
- Company
- Thought That It Was You
- I Wish I Cared
- Barely Hanging On
- You'll Never Get Over Me
- I Won't Forget Her
- Mary Ellen Makes the Moment Count
- Summer Moved On [Remix]
Tracks:
- Take on Me [*]
- Sun Never Shone That Day [Radio Version][*]
Album Description
Japanese 2 CD special edition includes seven bonus tracks, an exclusive remix of 'Summer Moved On' (Remix) at the end of disc one & six bonus tracks on the second, 'Take On Me', 'The Sun Never Shone That Day' (Radio Version) & an enhanced component with the videos for 'Summer Moved On', 'Minor Earth Major Sky, 'Velvet' & 'Take On Me'. 2001 release. Slimline double jewel case.Album Details
Japanese exclusive 2CD set. Includes a bonus CD with a radio mix of 'The Sun Never Shone that Day' & the hit track 'Take on Me' and Four enhanced promo video clips of 'Summer Moved On', 'Minor Earth Major Sky' & 'Velvet' and 'Take on Me'.Customer Reviews:
summer moved on.......2001-06-02
How special?.......2001-06-01
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Minor Earth Major Sky
A-Ha Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00004U88S Release Date: 2000-05-10 |
Tracks:
- Minor Earth Major Sky
- Little Black Heart
- Velvet
- Summer Moved On [Album Edit]
- Sun Never Shone That Day
- To Let You Win
- Company Man
- Thought That It Was You
- I Wish I Cared
- Barely Hanging On
- You'll Never Get Over Me
- I Won't Forget Her
- Mary Ellen Makes the Moment Count
- Summer Moved On [Remix]
Amazon.com
After a seven-year absence during which the Norwegian pop trio went off to paint or record solo albums, A-Ha return with Minor Earth Major Sky, their sixth studio album. Recorded in New York over the course of a year, this one is filled with characteristically subtle melodies, sweeping pop production, and a haunting melancholy. Some tracks (like the winsome "Sun Never Shone That Day") border on the bland, but there are songs that have bite--such as the icy, William Orbit-style ballad "Little Black Heart"; the big, blowsy title track; and the satirical "The Company Man," where the band sing frankly of being ripped off by their record label ("Deals fell into our arms / And out of our hands"). There's also a nod to the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" in the epic, socially conscious ballad "Mary Ellen Makes the Moment Count." --Lucy O'BrienAlbum Details
Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: 'summer Moved On' (Remix).Customer Reviews:
Perhaps Their Finest Album.......2001-08-28
An underrated but triumphant comeback from the '80s doldrums.......2001-03-04
"Velvet" did see light here on the soundtrack for "One Night at McCool's", but neither that or the move was McCool at the box-office.
Get ready for what we've all been waiting for!
Finally a-ha fans have an album............2000-07-24
One of the best come-back albums ever.......2000-07-19
Great Return.......2000-06-24
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Minor Earth Major Sky (Singles Box Set)
a-ha Manufacturer: Wea International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00005A83Q Release Date: 2001-03-05 |
Tracks:
- Summer Moved On [Radio Edit]
- Summer Moved On [Album Edit]
- Barely Hanging On
- Summer Moved On [Remix]
Tracks:
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Niven's Radio Edit]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Black Dog Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Millenia Nova Remix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Jan Pooley's Deep Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [ATB Club Remix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Early Version]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Album Version]
- Summer Moved On [Quick Time Movei//CD-ROM]
Tracks:
- Velvet [Radio Version]
- Velvet [de-Phazz Mix]
- Velvet [Millenia Nova Mix]
- Velvet [New York City Mix]
- Velvet [Alabaster Mix]
- Velvet [Stockholm Mix]
- Velvet [Album Version]
Tracks:
- Sun Never Shone That Day [Album Version]
- Thought That It Was You [Album Version]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Ian Pooley's Toothache Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Pumpin' Dolls Club Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [CD-ROM Video]
Album Description
German box-set features all four singles off the Norwegian pop group's 2000 album, 'Minor Earth/Major Sky', including 'The Sun Shone That Day' which has only been released for radio with no plans for a commercial single release. Tracks, 'Summer Moved On' (Radio Edit, Album Edit), 'Barely Hanging On', 'Summer Moved On' (Remix), 'Minor Earth Major Sky' (Niven's Radio Edit, Black Dog Mix, Millenia Nova Remix, Ian Pooley's Deep Mix, ATB Club Remix, Early Version, Album Version), 'Summer Moved On' (Video), 'Velvet' (Radio Version, De Phazz Mix, Millenia Nova Remix, New York City Mix, Alabaster Mix, Stockholm Mix, Album Version, Video), 'The Sun Never Shone That Day', 'Thought That It Was You', 'Minor Earth Major Sky' (Ian Pooley's Toothache Mix, Pumpin' Dolls Club Mix, Video).Album Details
All the mixes from all the singles from the best album of 2000, collected along with the enhanced videos as well on 4CD singles.Customer Reviews:
Maybe, Maybe.......2001-11-26
Minor earth major sky (boxset).......2001-09-23
Collector item for fans.......2001-08-02
"Summer Moved On" is a beautiful ballad showcasing a-ha melody skills and Morten's inimitable voice. The Millenia Nova mix is aerial and extremely laid back. The radio version is slightly shorter. "Barely Hanging On" is another album track. The original maxi single was released separately with the same content.
"Minor Earth Major Sky" remixes are sometimes redundant, but Millenia Nova once again does a good job with an atmospheric version of the song, which sounds even more melancholic. I personally like the rock edge of the Black Dog remix and find the early version interesting. I'm not much into the dance remixes from ATB (rather poor according to me) and Ian Pooley, but I guess they will work out well in clubs. This edition contents the poetic video for "Summer Moved On" (Quick Time) (not on the independant original single release).
"Velvet" is a tender and sexy love ballad. My favorite remix remains the atmospheric one by Millenia Nova. De-Phazz remix includes some electronic loops and voice distortion. New York City mix is close to the original but pushes instruments and the female vocals in the back. Morten's voice sounds clearer. Alabaster mix uses the guitar loops as a backbone. Stockholm mix sounds too mechanical to me. Just like for the original release, the video is included (Quick Time). This video is related to "One night at McCools" with Liv Tyler (the song was part of the movie soundtrack).
"The sun never shone that day" is a beatlesque song, which works out well in the summer. The non-album tracks are two more remixes of "Minor Earth Major Sky" otherwise only available on vinyl, probably the best dance remixes of that song. "Pumpin' doll remix" is really working out well and Ian Pooley is more inspired on this "toothache mix". The cinematic video for "Minor earth Major Sky" (Quick time) showing Morten abandoned on the moon by Magne and Paul is included. This maxi-single is not available independently from this box set.
If you're a collector fan, and did not have the occasion to purchase the singles separately, the box set is a good choice. The artwork is matching the cover of the album, and it will be a good-looking addition to your collection. If you're new to a-ha, I advise you to listen to their album(s) first. The dance remixes are not representative of the band style.
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Minor Earth Major Sky
a-ha Manufacturer: Wea International ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00004WCQ4 Release Date: 2000-11-07 |
Tracks:
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Niven's Radio Edit]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Black Dog Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Millenia Nova Remix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Ian Pooley's Deep Mix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [ATB Club Remix]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Early Version]
- Minor Earth Major Sky [Album Version]
- Summer Moved On [Quick Time Movie/CD-ROM]
Album Description
German only 7 track CD maxi single includes the album version + 6 versions of the title track, (Nivens Radio Edit, Black Dog Mix, Millenia Nova Remix, Ian Pooley Deep Mix, ATB Club Remix and Early Version). 2000 release. Slimline jewel case.Album Details
Includes Exclusive Remixes by Atb, Ian Pooley and Millenia Nova.Customer Reviews:
Just So Rich and Melodic.......2002-11-16
a-ha is back!.......2001-11-01
Sounds like the old a-ha.......2000-11-17
Silverside.......2000-11-15
Minor Earth Major Versions.......2000-09-01
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Minor Earth Major Sky Special Edition
A Ha Manufacturer: Msi Music Corp ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B0002B9UYE Release Date: 2002-07-12 |
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Minor Earth Major Sky [Japan Import] +1 Bonus Track
A-HA ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000LABPQM |
Product Description
2000, Warner-Pioneer Japan. Out of print. 14 tracks, including one exclusive bonus track for Japan.
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Minor Earth Major Sky
A-Ha Manufacturer: Phantom Sound & Vision ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000BRHRUI Release Date: 2000-11-21 |
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