Wherever You Are

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This mini-album is comprised of six songs that were originally part of a full-length work recorded in 2002 for RCA, just as the label entered a merger and cut a large part of their roster, including David Mead. Rescued from limbo, these songs are glorious pop gems, carefully constructed from their writing on through to production and arrangements. Mead’s melodic sensibilities and clear, unaffected voice bring to mind Crowded House and Neil Finn . The opening title track has a near-orchestral lushness, but it's all made out of guitars, keyboards, drums, and vocals. He subsequently scaled down with the more intimate Indiana in 2004, but this is a regal delight from beginning to end, twenty-two and a half minutes of pure and romantic pop glory. --David Greenberger

Wherever You Are,David Mead,Eleven Thirty,Adult Alternative Pop/Rock,Contemporary Singer/Songwriter,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop,Singer/Songwriter,United States of America

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Wherever You Are

Average customer rating: 'Yes, I must go through the valley, to stand upon the mountain of G-d'-"Mountain of G-d" A Hip Contemporary Christian Rock Band They have done better. Third Day Third Day Has Done It Again!

Wherever You Are Third Day Manufacturer: Essential ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Christian Rock | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Alternative | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Lifesong Coming Up to Breathe Arriving Offerings II: All I Have to Give Offerings: A Worship Album ASIN: B000BKDO0W Release Date: 2005-11-01

Tracks:

1. Tunnel
2. Eagles
3. Cry Out To Jesus
4. I Can Feel It
5. Keep On Shinin'
6. Communion
7. Carry My Cross
8. How Do You Know
9. Mountain Of God
10. Love Heals Your Heart
11. The Sun Is Shining
12. Rise Up

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It's no secret that life's darkest moments often place us face-to-face with whatever, or wherever, we've placed our faith. That is the emotional climate listeners will find themselves in with Third Day's Wherever You Are, the band's eighth major release and a transparent and stark portrayal of where one finds the reason to carry on. Dealing with a number of recent personal tragedies, the band has forged its finest work to date with a collection of material that ranges from raging rockers to contemplative worship songs. The release opens with the take-no-prisoners urgency of "Tunnel" and finds singer Mac Powell offering hope in the face of difficulty and backed by the driving guitar work of Brad Avery and Mark Lee. The first single, "Cry Out to Jesus," simmers in a lyrical candor that can't help but be an emotional powerhouse as the song is carried by the band's rocking spirit. "I Can Feel It" is another wall-of-sound, guitar storm guaranteed to move you. Worship roots remain strong (see Offerings and Offerings II) as well for Third Day and we can find them on the reflective "Communion." Never ones to back down from the delicate issues, Third Day tackles church hypocrisy and judgmental attitudes with the searing "How Do You Know." The passion and talent of Third Day shines brightly here, making it the band's finest moment and one of Christian rock's best releases in recent memory. --Michael Lyttle

Album Description

CD AUDIO SIDE: * Entire album

DVD VIDEO SIDE: * Entire album in 5.1 Surround Sound and PCM Stereo * "Cry Out To Jesus" music video * Behind-the-scenes interviews * Exclusive photo gallery

Customer Reviews:

'Yes, I must go through the valley, to stand upon the mountain of G-d'-"Mountain of G-d".......2007-07-08

'EVEN THOUGH I KNOW THE JOURNEY'S LONG AND THE ROAD IS HARD, You're the One who's gone before me, You will help me carry on. And after all that I've been through, now I know the Truth, that I must go through the valley to stand upon the mountain of G-d.'

Yes, not very original lyrics, but to a christian, this long journey symbolizes life's troubles, the valley, the darkest, worst times or even then on the spiritual plane, just boring or lifeless. And G-d is always with us if we are true to Him in all aspects of our lives. This song has become my rallying cry.

At first I was extremely disappointed with the music, but I gradually warmed up to it, and now I can't stop playing it. The words from "Cry Out to Jesus" first spoke to me in my car one day, after having heard it several times, half listening to the words. The chorus, especially speaks of what Christ offers to everyone and what christianity as the body of Christ should offer to others: 'There is hope for the helpless, rest for the weary, love for the broken heart. There is grace and forgiveness, mercy and healing to meet you wherever you are. Cry out to Jesus' And with Jesus as our high priest, who suffered all things as written in Hebrews chapter 5, we should 'Just remember that you're not alone in your shame or your suffering' as one struggles with one's own sins.

I love too, "Communion", the lyrics of which consist of most of the few words which are spoken every Sunday, before communion. The song is very repetitive, but the few words which are semi-original, I love, and the way the song is arranged and sung is very simple but very beautiful: 'I will remember everything of old that You did for me. I won't take for granted the sacrifice that set me free. We hunger and thirst for You Lord, and Your Righteousness. We long for Your presence here Lord. Be with us again.' I love that song and the very obvious lyrics for the chorus: 'This is the body, this is the blood, broken and poured out, for all of us, and in this communion, we share in His love. This is the body, this is the blood.'

"Tunnel" which gets a lot of airplay on the radio reminds me of my dad's sister who was murdered who said much the same thing but in a different way. "It's always darkest before the dawn," she'd always say.

I do love this recording, but as usual I'm 2 years late; Third Day has a more recent CD out.

'Sometimes I think of where it is I've come from, and the things I left behind, but of all I have, what I possess, nothing can quite compare to What's in front of me, to What's in front of me'. -"Mountain of God"

A Hip Contemporary Christian Rock Band.......2007-05-13

I am not a born again. I happened upon this group one day while channel surfing the radio stations. What a great album! If you like pop/rock music, why not listen to some with a positive message?

They have done better........2007-03-28

Third Day is capable of producing some high energy food stomping rock and roll as well as gut wrenching soul searching profound music. On this cd, they did neither. If music were a shotgun, they forgot to take the safety off. The band sounds like they are going through the motions. Ive listened to the disc a few times and there are no memorable guitar moments..something the band is known for. Mac Powell's voice sounds in good form, but the lyrics are far too predictable. There are many points on this disc where, even on your first listen, you hear a line and you can accurately predict the next one.
Some typical lyrics:
1) "There's a light at the end of this tunnel for you"
2) "I will soar with the wings of eagles, I will learn to fly high above this world"
3)"They've done all they can to make it right, still its not enough"
4) "Memory warns you of the past, when it all went wrong"
5) "After all that Ive been through, now I realize that I must go through the valley to stand upon the mountain of God"

Yes, these themes are things we need to remember from time to time, but we've heard all this thousands of times before. There is nothing wrong with presenting time tested and familiar themes, but it would help if a new angle was presented so perhaps we could see a truth in a way that is more eye opening than we are used to. These lyrics are just too generic to be eye opening. Im sure these songs have brought comfort to some who have needed it, and for that the band deserves some credit. But this disc certainly wont be remembered as a creative milestone.

Third Day.......2007-03-24

I love this. I listen to it on my way to work because it puts me in a great frame of mind!

Third Day Has Done It Again!.......2007-02-16

Third Day continues to be one of the best bands of any genre. This album is not only musically fantastic, but it's message is so uplifting. It is a great gift for someone who has been going through a rough time, or a great addition to any CD collection!

Average customer rating: Great to Hear All those great Voices from the Past A Good One!

Greatest Hits: Broadway Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Bernstein | Bernstein, Leonard | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Gershwin | Gershwin, George | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Porter | Porter, Cole | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Bernstein, Leonard | ( B ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Gershwin, George | ( G ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Porter, Cole | ( P ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Rodgers, Richard | ( R ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Sondheim, Stephen | ( S ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Musicals | The Sony BMG Masterworks Store | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Best Of Broadway (Cast Recording Anthology) Greatest Songs from the Musicals Only Broadway CD You'll Ever Need The Best of Broadway - The American Musical (PBS Series) Very Best Of Broadway Musicals ASIN: B0000029PM Release Date: 1996-10-29

Tracks:

1. Oklahoma!: Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin' - John Raitt/Franz Allers
2. On The Town: New York, New York - Michael Kermoyan/Adolph Green/John Reardon/Cris Alexander & Chorus/Leonard Bernstein
3. Annie Get Your Gun: I Got The Sun In The Morning - Doris Day/Franz Allers
4. Fiddler On The Roof: If I Were A Rich Man - Topol/Gareth Davies
5. West Side Story: Tonight - Larry Kert/Carol Lawrence/Max Goberman
6. The Sound Of Music: The Sound Of Music - Mary Martin/Frederick Dvonch
7. My Fair Lady: On The Street Where You Live - Jerry Lanning/Theodore Saidenberg
8. Annie: Tomorrow - Andrea McArdle/Peter Howard
9. The Music Man: Seventy-Six Trombones - The Boston Pops Orchestra/John Williams
10. Anything Goes: You're The Top - Eileen Rodgers/Hal Linden/Julian Stein
11. Bye Bye Birdie: Put On A Happy Face - Dick Van Dyke/Elliot Lawrence
12. Mame: Open A New Window - Angela Lansbury & Cast/Don Pippin
13. Strike Up The Band: Strike Up The Band - The Chestnut Brass Co.
14. Sweet Charity: Hey, Big Spender - Helen Gallagher/Thelma Oliver/Fan-Dango Girls/Fred Werner
15. Bells Are Ringing: Just In Time - Judy Holliday/Sydney Chaplin/Milton Rosenstock
16. Gypst: Together, Wherever We Go - Ethel Merman/Jack Klugman/Sandra Church/Milton Rosenstock
17. Cabaret: Cabaret - Jill Haworth/Harold Hastings
18. Phantom Of The Opera: The Music Of The Night - The Boston Pops Orchestra/John Williams
19. Show Boat: Ol' Man River - William Warfield/Franz Allers
20. A Chorus Line: What I Did For Love - Priscilla Lopez & Cast/Don Pippin
21. A Little Night Music: Send In The Clowns - Glynis Johns/Harold Hastings

Customer Reviews:

Great to Hear All those great Voices from the Past.......2007-07-05

I just wanted to confirm what the first reviewer had to say about this CD. To hear Ethyl Merman, Mary Martin, Andrea McCardle etc. singing their trademark songs brought a lot of memories from the mid-centry musical theater back again. The last song by Glynis Johns is especially poignant.
You certainly can't beat the price!

A Good One!.......2006-11-10

This is a very good CD, mostly because it's the original artists. I've had some that were re-recorded by no name artists that were ghastly. This one is a really good one--including the sound quality. If I had one wish, I would wish it were longer!

Average customer rating: Mixed Review All good, some great Don't hesitate. Buy now! Great CD! This is not a new live album

Live Wherever You Are Jack Ingram Manufacturer: Big Machine Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music General | Live Albums | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: This Is It Cannonball Young Man Jason Aldean If You're Going Through Hell ASIN: B000CQQHYA Release Date: 2006-01-10

Tracks:

1. Hello
2. Wherever You Are
3. I Would
4. How Many Days
5. Work This Out
6. One Thing
7. Only Daddy That'll Walk The Line
8. Biloxi
9. Mustang Burn
10. Happy Happy (Country Country)
11. Barbie Doll
12. Goodnight Moon
13. Never Knocked Me Down
14. Love You

Customer Reviews:

Mixed Review.......2007-05-24

Not the worst, but not the best. I think Jack is a great talent. Having seen him perform live, I immediately thought this CD would be fantastic! WRONG! It is mediocre.
While he does thank you for buying the CD, & does a great rendition of "Only Daddy that'll Walk the Line." Plus, songs like "Mustang Burn" & Barbie Doll show off his talent and sarcasm much better than "Love You." Which, incidentally, HAS been a massive "Commercial radio success" So perhaps Jack would want to be careful when recording songs like "Happy Happy, Country Country, where he pretty much slams country radio and the fans who listen to it. Don't bite the hand that feeds you Jack!
Still, this CD, in my mind is just an "OK" effort. Maybe it was that mix of "Live, vs. Recorded? I don't know. It just left me feeling like it not only could have been better, it SHOULD have been better!
Oh, and someone tell CMT that if they are going to show the video for "Love You" to PLEASE show the REAL one! The woman in the viseo isn't using a baseball bat, she's using a shotgun to tear up that truck.

All good, some great.......2006-11-07

There really isn't a weak song on this album. Jack, as always, wavers between southern rock and country, and he's close enough to rock to make him unique as a country artist. Love You is a classic. The editing lacks some continuity, but overall its a great collection.

Don't hesitate. Buy now!.......2006-10-21

The only reason that I didn't give this 5 stars is that the first song, which is track #2 (because track # 1 is an intro by Jack) is a little slow for me. The rest of the cd really has that rocking Texas feel. I love the idea that most of these songs were done at Gruen TX (an old cotten German town inside the limits of New Braunfels, TX)--it's one of mine and my husband's favorite fun places to visit. Some say that Jack sounds abit like Steve Earle. He does, but his songs are more upbeat with a bit more good times type feeling. Anyway, buy the cd--you won't be disappointed.

Great CD!.......2006-03-25

Jack just proves the kind of talent he has with Live Where Ever You Are. The new songs are fun and cool to sing to. I like all of the live cuts it shows more emotion than the studio cuts of these tracks.

This is not a new live album.......2006-02-28

"Live wherever you are" is just a studio single. A 30 second spoken intro "Hello", 2 studio tracks "Wherever you are" & "Love you", a 2005 CMT radio broadcast "Never knocked me down". The 10 other tracks have already been released as part of the 2004 "Live at Gruene Hall", recorded on december 14, 2002. And this isn't mentioned anywhere!

Average customer rating: Mixed feelings Your love for this superb collection will be here to stay... He's done it again Absolutely 'S WONDERFUL! A beautiful 2 disc CD-another hit for Michael

The Michael Feinstein Anthology Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Gershwin | Gershwin, George | ( G ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Porter | Porter, Cole | ( P ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music General | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music Traditional Pop | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Nostalgia | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Movie Scores | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Movie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music Similar Items: Romance on Film/Romance on Broadway Hopeless Romantics Pure Gershwin Isn't It Romantic Nice Work If You Can Get It: Songs by the Gershwins ASIN: B000065DVH Release Date: 2002-05-21

Tracks:

1. Nice Work If You Can Get It
2. Isn't It Romantic
3. Swinging On A Star
4. Ask Me Again
5. Rhode Island Is Famous For You
6. 'S Wonderful
7. Wonder Why
8. Too Marvelous For Words
9. Where Do You Start
10. Theme From The Bad And The Beautiful
11. Easy To Love
12. Alexander's Ragtime Band
13. Who Are You Now?
14. You're An Education
15. You Are There
16. Sophisticated Swing
17. Love Can Change The Stars
18. Come Out, Come Out Wherever You Are
19. Half Of April (Most Of May)
20. Marianne
21. They Can't Take That Away From Me
22. I Love A Piano

Tracks:

1. That's Entertainment
2. My Favorite Year
3. Ten Feet Off The Ground (With Rosemary Clooney)
4. I Never Felt Better
5. Someone To Watch Over Me
6. Kiss Her Now
7. The Ugly Bug Ball
8. For You, For Me, Forever More
9. The Mole People
10. And So To Bed
11. You're All The World To Me
12. Old Friend
13. Isn't It A Pity (with Rosemary Clooney)
14. Pattisserie
15. Open Your Eyes
16. For Love Alone
17. I Won't Send Roses/Time Heals Everything
18. Get Out And Get Under The Moon (with Page Cavanaugh)
19. My Romance
20. Love Is Here To Stay
21. Violin (with Liza Minnelli)

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The line between evangelist and entertainer has always been somewhat indistinct. But as showcased on this 43-track, double-disc collection culled from his '87-'96 recordings for Elektra/Nonesuch/Atlantic, Michael Feinstein's dedication to spreading the gospel of the American song often blurs it beyond recognition. While the singer's pedigree for the task is impeccable (a long-term stint as Ira Gershwin's assistant and early career sponsorship by Liza Minnelli), his interpretations often succeed by playing off a tense axis of fervent emotionalism and a joyous sense of irreverence.

If his readings of romantic standards can sometimes tend toward the precious, they're often balanced here by sheer dramatic power and telling insights ("Isn't It Romantic" fairly bristles with ironic chauvinism) and a few loopy curves ("The Mole People," the Sherman Brothers' "The Ugly Bug Ball," and the previously unreleased "Rhode Island Is Famous for You"). Feinstein's dedicated song archaeology is also showcased on several gems: "Violin," a duet with Liza Minnelli; "My Favorite Year," a rejected ballad for the film of that name; the sublime "lost" Gershwin classic "Ask Me Again."

Sprinkled with live performances (the forum where Feinstein's talents seem most energized) and studio outtakes and featuring a lengthy print interview with the singer, the set chronicles both the pioneering efforts of one of pop music's most successful revivalists and, crucially, the cream of his beloved American songwriters, from stalwarts Gershwin, Berlin, and Porter to later legends like Herman, Styne, Lane, Martin, and Mercer. --Jerry McCulley

Album Description

The definitive collection of performances by the Grammy nominated singer features 43 tracks from 14 albums released by Elektra, Elektra Nonesuch, and Atlantic labels from 1987-1996. Plus 8 previously unreleased live tracks only available here 'Rhode Island is Famous For You', 'S Wonderful', 'Alexander's Ragtime Band', 'I Love A Piano', 'Patisserie', 'Get Out And Get Under The Moon' (with Page Cavanaugh), 'Love Is Here To Stay' & 'Violin' (with Liza Minnelli). 2 Digipacks housed in a slipcase with a booklet. Rhino Records. 2002.

Customer Reviews:

Mixed feelings.......2005-10-05

This album has some GREAT songs on it; sophisticated swing being one of my favorites. However many of the other songs are too operatic and lame. I give three stars but this album is definatly worth it just for some of the better songs.

Your love for this superb collection will be here to stay..........2002-07-18

The magnificently talented Michael Feinstein has made one wonderful album after another for nearly two decades. Now that Elektra and Rhino have put together this anthology, I am blown away by the versatility and diversity in Feinstein's recorded output. Such amazing rare gems, combined with the most beloved favorites in the history of American Popular Song. Assembled with wit, intelligence, and obvious affection on the part of the record company, this set is a keeper. You'll love it!

He's done it again.......2002-07-15

Is there anything this man can't sing? This collection is so varied as to be the definitive collection of songs for any occassion.

This is perfect background music for a dinner party for a whole group but especially for two. Light, romantic and just gorgeous. You just can't go wrong when Michael Feinstein is your musical choice.

Way to go Michael, you've done it again!

Absolutely 'S WONDERFUL!.......2002-06-10

There are very few contemporary performers who can hold their own with the truly great interpreters of American popular song. Michael Feinstein is truly the ONLY performer of the "younger" generation who really understands what these songs are all about. His incredible knowledge of this music, and his enthusiasm and passion for it have fueled his career. Rhino Records has done a truly outstanding job of putting together an anthology that exemplifies why Mr. Feinstein has become so beloved by audiences around the world. The packaging is excellent, and filled with interesting photos and background information about many of the selections.

This collection not only contains all the favorites one would expect, but a neat group of surprises too. I especially love the duets with people like Liza Minnelli and Rosemary Clooney, and the various collaborative efforts with songwriters like Jule Styne and Burton Lane accompanying Michael at the piano.

This collection is a classic to be treasured. Bravo Michael!
Bravo Rhino!

A beautiful 2 disc CD-another hit for Michael.......2002-06-09

I have every CD Michael has ever made and this is by far one of the best ones because of Michael's range in singing and his wonderful singing voice. I love his duets with Rosemary Clooney and Liza Minelli. He is a wonderful performer on this double CD and am looking foward to the next CD.

Average customer rating: This collection deserves more attention than it received INXS on top of the world INXS Swansong... INXS Reinvent Themselves With Great Results The Adventurous Wherever

Welcome to Wherever You Are INXS Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music New Wave | New Wave & Post-Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: X Listen Like Thieves The Swing Kick Shabooh Shoobah ASIN: B000066ROD Release Date: 2002-10-15

Tracks:

1. Questions
2. Heaven Sent
3. Communication
4. Taste It
5. Not Enough Time
6. All Around
7. Baby Don't Cry
8. Beautiful Girl
9. Wishing Well
10. Back On Line
11. Strange Desire
12. Men And Women
13. The answer (bonus track)
14. Wishing Well (version 2) (bonus track)
15. All Around (version 2) (bonus track)
16. The Indian Song (bonus track)
17. Heaven Sent (waltz version) (bonus track)

Album Description

Full title - Welcome to Wherever You Are. The original 12-song album plus 5 previously unreleased bonus tracks-'The Answer', 'Wishing Well' (version 2), 'All Around' (version 2), 'The Indian Song' and 'Heaven Sent' (Waltz Version-Original Demo). Includes expanded booklet with producer's notes and rare photos! Atlantic/Rhino. 2002.

Customer Reviews:

This collection deserves more attention than it received.......2007-02-03

Often when a second follow-up is made to a hit album, that second follow-up will often fail from a commercial standpoint. While the first follow-up album to a hit album will usually do well commercially, if it disappoints the fans who liked the original, those fans won't buy the second follow-up. I think this is a fair assumption to apply to Inxs. Inxs' 1988 "Kick" album was a huge commercial (as well as critical) success. Their follow-up to Kick was 1990's "X". This was still a very good album, but probably wasn't as strong as "Kick". As a result, this might have affected the record sales of their second follow-up, 1992's "Welcome to Wherever You Are". However this might be a case where people should have given the second follow-up a chance. This is because "Welcome to Wherever You Are" is one very good album. Inxs explores some new avenues and the result is one heck of a good collection.

One fact that I find amazing about Inxs is that this six member band stuck together from their formation in the late 1970s through Michael Hutchence's untimely death in 1997. During this period, the band would release 10 studio albums, 1 Greatest Hits album, and 1 Live album. This has allowed the band to meld together and grow professionally. Much of this is due to the fact that three band members are brothers: Andrew Farriss (Keyboards), Jon Farriss (Drums), and Tim Farriss (Guitar). The other three members also stuck tightly with the band the whole way. These members include: Hutchence (Lead Vocals), Garry Gary Beers (Bass), and Kirk Pengilly (Guitar and Sax). Hutchence - known for his long hair and theatrical performances in concert often gets the most publicity. But the remaining five members all make major contributions from a musicianship standpoint. In addition, Hutchence is not just eye candy - he has also played a key role in the songwriting.

As Inxs moved toward superstardom, there were production and songwriting contributed to this rise. Producer Chris Thomas was brought in on the "Listen Like Thieves" album and this would continue through the "X" album. During this time, the songwriting duties would also primarily become a partnership between Andrew Farriss and Michael Hutchence. This duo would prove to be a dynamic songwriting combination as good as any combination in music history. "Welcome to Wherever You Are" changes things from both a production and songwriting standpoint. For producing duties, Inxs brings back Mark Opitz. Opitz had produced Inxs' big breakthrough album, "Shabooh Shoobah". From a songwriting standpoint, only 7 of the original 12 tracks are written by the Farriss/Hutchence combination. The remaining songs are either solo compositions by Andrew Farriss (3 tracks), Michael Hutchence (1 Track), as well as one combination by Hutchence and Jon Farriss. I found both of these changes to be positive. Opitz has proven to be a successful producer before and once again he proves he can do the job again. I also found the mixing up of the songwriting duties a great way to keep Inxs' music fresh and vibrant.

I think Inxs' musical style can be considered an offshoot of the Punk and New-Wave movements of the late 1970s and early 1980s. The two distinguishing factors that give Inxs a style of their own are : 1) The infusion of Kirk Pengilly's saxophone into this punk/new-wave influenced sound; and 2) Michael Hutchence's powerful vocals really elevate the sound of the band. "Welcome to Wherever You Are" adds some additional distinguishing factors. For starters, Inxs incorporates the use of an orchestra in two of the tracks ("Baby Don't Cry" and "Men and Women" - an interesting point "Baby Don't Cry" was a Farriss solo-written song while "Men and Women" was a Hutchence solo-written song). Inxs' sound fits very well into the orchestral-style of music and I would have really liked to have seen more songs done like this. Another distinguishing factor is that Inxs shows some innovations in their sound. The most compelling example is the opening track, "Questions". For this song (which was an Andrew Farriss solo composition), we are given a Middle-Eastern flavor to the music. Another example is on "Strange Desire", we hear a near Pet Shop Boys sound on the introduction (as well as some terrific bass by Garry Gary Beers). They also demonstrate a harder-rock edge at times in songs such as "Heaven Sent", "Communication", and "All Around". They also demonstrate an R&B sound in songs such as "Not Enough Time". "Beautiful Girl" continues to demonstrate that Michael Hutchence not only has a powerful voice, but one that is an emotional sounding one. Finally, "Men and Women" shows Inxs deliver a haunting ballad - something that hasn't been found in their music before.

Perhaps the most interesting concept is incorporated by Mark Opitz himself. Opitz assembles the 12 original tracks of "Welcome to Wherever You Are" in 45+ minutes of continuous music. For Inxs' sound, this seems to work perfect. Some of the segues from song to song aren't going to be as strong as others, but for the most part this concept works very well. It is also worth noting that there are 5 "Bonus Tracks" included in the remastered version. This includes alternate takes of "Questions", "Wishing Well", "All Around", and "Heaven Sent". It also includes an unreleased track called "The Indian Song". The alternate version of "Questions" is called the "The Answer". "The Answer" is slightly longer than "Questions" and it contains alternate lyrics. For "Heaven Sent", we hear a ballad/Waltz version - much different than the harder-rock version included on the original collection.

The liner notes include a write-up by Mark Opitz who reflects on this collection. The liner notes also includes all of the songwriting and musician credits. This is a shame that this particular album didn't get the attention it so richly deserves. This is one of Inxs' best collections. It is one that I'd recommend for both long-time and new Inxs fans.

INXS on top of the world.......2007-01-04

After the mighty "KICK", this has to rank as INXS' best album. Freed from the (perceived) need to reproduce KICK and settling superbly well into the early 90s, this collection of songs shows a band willing to experiment and push their form. Strong writing and playing, the wonderful vocals of the much-missed Hutchence, this album has a real sense of achievement and class.

Superb.

INXS Swansong..........2006-07-05

This is usually what I consider the last great INXS album - even though it was 2 more albums before the band met its demise. Although I rarely listen past track 8 - this is a courageous, adventurous album before INXS ran truly dry for a while on their next album "Full Moon Dirty Hearts" and lost the momentum they had.

"Welcome to Wherever You Are" is a worthy album that has aged well. It's classic INXS no matter how you listen to it. The band was veering more into experimentation in the studio but still stuck with its commercial, melodic strengths.

In listening to today's reborn INXS with JD Fortune - it probably bears the closest resemblance in sound to this album.

"Not Enough Time" is still one of my favourite INXS ballads. What's nice about it is the band attempts different styles with the first few tracks - "Taste It" "Questions" "Communication" while going back to classic INXS territory with "Baby Don't Cry" and "Beautiful Girl" and the rest of the tracks.

This re-issue with bonus tracks looks like a worthy release. Kudos to the guys for repackaging their legacy, and remembering it.

INXS Reinvent Themselves With Great Results.......2006-01-30

With WELCOME TO WHEREVER YOU ARE, INXS reinvented themselves, which was a great move because the previous live album, LIVE BABY LIVE, featured the band performing their greatest hits note for note onstage, which is not the way live shows should be done (unless you're Lynyrd Skynyrd). They tried exotic touches, including English horns and increased use of electronics, and the result is one of their best albums ever.

The Adventurous Wherever.......2005-12-17

While INXS didn't rock as hard as on "X" or "Kick," "Welcome To Wherever You Are" was far more adventurous. The arrangements and instruments were a wide variation from anything the band had tried before. And since they were one of the biggest bands in the world at the time, "Welcome" was a serious risk. To my ears, it paid off.

The middle eastern flavor of "Questions" opened the disc on a unique note, and showed the band was not about to rest on their superstar laurels. There was also the ethereal quality to the ballad, "Beautiful Girl." "Welcome To Wherever You Are" spent less time kicking, or pounding, and more time on pulsing. Songs like "Wishing Well," "Communication" and "Taste It" beat along on solid foundations, dependent more on groove than force.

Not like rock was out of the picture. "Heaven Sent" was as close to an arena rock song as "Welcome" got, but "Baby Don't Cry" is just as big. The difference is in that "Baby Don't Cry" fills in its muscle with horns. INXS was obviously trying to break away from the box that their superstar status had framed them in, and they were doing their best to make an album that would set itself apart from "X" and "Kick."

Alas, the subtle charms of "Not Enough Time" and "Beautiful Girl" - and the full orchestra on the terrific "Men and Women" - were not enough to sustain the audience that looked upon INXS as a hard rock band and Michael Hutchence as an arena god. They avoided "Welcome To Wherever You Are" and jumped on board the Nirvana train, leaving INXS in a quandary. Unfortunately, it was one they never did fully recover from, as the follow-up "Full Moon Dirty Hearts" was a paint by numbers effort, one that spotlighted Michael's growing dissatisfaction with making music. "Welcome To Wherever You Are" is something of a lost album, in as much as it sounds like this was an album that INXS, flush with success and the ability to stretch out, really wanted to make.

Average customer rating: best christian music No te lo puedes perder

Wherever You Are Third Day Manufacturer: Essential ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Christian Rock | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Alternative | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Lifesong Third Day Come Together Wire Offerings II: All I Have to Give ASIN: B000F2CBXC Release Date: 2006-05-09

Tracks:

1. Tunnel
2. Eagles
3. Cry Out To Jesus
4. I Can Feel It
5. Keep On Shinin'
6. Communion
7. Carry My Cross
8. How Do You Know
9. Mountain Of God
10. Love Heals Your Heart
11. The Sun Is Shining
12. Rise Up

Customer Reviews:

best christian music.......2006-11-05

the word from the Lord in an upbeat, cranking way of today

No te lo puedes perder.......2006-08-05

Sin duda los que seguimos a este grupo, nos damos cuenta de el gran compromiso que tienen con el pueblo cristiano.

Exelente cd, y sobre todo, muy buen dvd (clip) de cry out to jesus.

Average customer rating: One of INXS best... Right out of the Vaults heaven sent Welcome To Wherever You Are Very Underrated CD by A Great Band

Welcome to Wherever You Are INXS Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music New Wave | New Wave & Post-Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: X Full Moon, Dirty Hearts Kick Elegantly Wasted Listen Like Thieves ASIN: B000002ITO Release Date: 1992-08-04

Tracks:

1. Questions
2. Heaven Sent
3. Communication
4. Taste It
5. Not Enough Time
6. All Around
7. Baby Don't Cry
8. Beautiful Girl
9. Wishing Well
10. Back On Line
11. Strange Desire
12. Men And Women

Customer Reviews:

One of INXS best..........2005-10-24

While I have been a fan of this band since the late 80's, since Kick of course, I only owned Kick and X which are both great CDs. Recently I decided to collect more INXS CDs, this being one of them. This CD is awesome! Why didn't I get it sooner? It is full of good songs, my favorites being Beautiful Girl, which is a lovely song in itself, All Around, Taste It and I really like the opener, Questions. All the songs are good though, this entire CD is listenable, good for playing in the background or in the car. There are familiar INXS sounds and some newer sounds like ones heard in Questions, which is a brief song but it just sounds so cool. People have said that INXS dropped off after X and even Kick, I disagree. This CD is great, I would highly recommend for any INXS fan. Maybe it didn't sell as well as the others but who cares? This is good music! I think so anyway. Lots of guitars, but some softer sounds too, there is even some symphony music, it's great.

Right out of the Vaults.......2004-07-01

Cut in 1992 this one qualifies as a vault recording, it isn't timeless, it isn't destined to be a classic. INXS, from Australia, hit all the right buttons in the late 80's and petered and fizzled out into the 90's.

The album packaging did prove that over the years the band did learn how to all dress like each other in snazzy matching outfits for photo shoots.

"Welcome to Wherever You Are," was the Fixx making "Ink," the Cars making "Door to Door," Van Halen doing "Van Halen III," you know...the beginning of the end. "Welcome to Wherever You Are," granted has enough listenable material that you won't immediately go out running to your local Hastings to try to sell it dirt cheap or stick it in the pile of garage sale recordings right next to worn copies of Air Supply, Barry Manilow, and Bread. INXS became commercial...they were tainted by success. Maybe that was more than lead singer Michael Hutchence bargained for. Fame can be a daunting thing. Commercialism alone doesn't make a band start to pump out uninspired drivel but if heads aren't on right it can lead to it. Though the collective musicians of INXS seem to be talented enough that "Welcome To Wherever You Are," doesn't delve to the drivel level. Nevertheless the band members picked up the road signs, mapped it out on Mapquest, and yep with this CD they were heading to drivel city, USA.

The album starts out interestingly enough with a Sitar-singed, "Questions." Follows it up with some hit top-40 radio play ditties in "Heaven Sent," "Taste It," and "Not Enough Time." But by the time they reach the big horns bouncy, "Baby Don't Cry," all inspiration has ran dry. "Wishing Well," has an interesting bass line, but the rest of the album is same 'ole same 'ole.

Look elsewhere if you are starting out with INXS. Shaboo Shabah or Kick might be good places to start. The band did make some good music, unfortunately too little of it can be found on "Welcome to Wherever You Are."
--MMW

heaven sent.......2002-10-20

I was struck by how many of the reviewers before me felt the same way I do about this album: it rocks! This is actually one of the first rock albums I ever heard (I was 9 at the time). So, I suppose it's entirely possible that my infatuation with it could be explained by this (like the whole maternal imprinting idea). I tend to think not, though, since I was also forced to listen to a lot of michael jackson at the time, and now I recoil every time I hear, see, or read about him.

Anyway, this album was very well done, from the writing to the performance and production. The music overflows with creative ideas from the eastern feel on "questions" to the brass on "baby don't cry", and the hints of latin on "strange desire". Additionally, INXS have perfected their original style on this album. The grooves are infectious; if you're not going crazy dancing or singing along to the music, you're without a doubt tapping your feet. Of course I need to say my bit about Michael's vocals. They're irresistable! His voice simply exudes cool on this album. Every time I listen to it I go through a short Michael-envy phase. Without a doubt, the other members' passionate performances are also critical to the essence of the album. This is a brilliant piece of music that should not be overlooked.

Welcome To Wherever You Are.......2001-11-05

Welcome To Wherever You Are received critical praise and acclaim prior to its worldwide release in 1992, and the album debuted at #1 in Britain.
The album is very solid. It's a brash and daring step beyond the attractive, upbeat formula of Listen Like Thieves and Kick.
Welcome is very adventurous. It is sometimes boisterous, other times inherently erotic, often even lovely.
Questions and Heaven Sent kick off the album, and lead into Communication, one of their best songs yet.
Not Enough Time and Baby Don't Cry are both wonderful, and
All Around really rocks.
Then there's also Strange Desire, and Taste It - a couple more of my favorites.
Taste It was inspired by a freak accident that caused Michael Hutchence to lose his ability to taste.
Beautiful Girl is very beautiful -- one of their prettiest songs ever recorded.

Lead vocalist Michael Hutchence (1960-1997) did have many friends in the music industry -- including U2's Paul "BONO" Hewson. Bono actually recorded some vocals to help complete the Michael Hutchence solo album, and since Michael's death, Bono has dedicated many of his live performances to the memory of his friend, Michael Hutchence.

Rest In Peace, Michael.

Very Underrated CD by A Great Band.......2000-11-28

This is a great CD by a very underated band. Some people can't get over comparing them to U2, which is a shame. Questions has to be one of the most unique beginnings to a CD with it's "Australian" instrumental beginning. Heaven Sent simply rocks out and should have been released in the US as a single. Not Enough Time is simply soulful and a song many of us can relate with. All Around is another great rocker, and the rest of the CD is simply a great listen. There are those who wish to discredit INXS and reduce what they were and are to two or three "bashing" sentences. If you like this band, get this album. You already know better, unlike some of our "amateur rock critics" who reviwed this CD. If only some of these critics could accomplish half of what bands like INXS did. Oh well, we can listen to great music by a great band, and they can keep dreaming....and wishing.....and hoping.....if only they could make music half as good as INXS. Folks, get this one and you won't be disappointed.

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Welcome to Wherever You Are, Pt. 1 Bon Jovi Manufacturer: Umvd Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Welcome to Wherever You Are Who Says You Can't Go Home Have a Nice Day Who Says You Can't Go Home Welcome to Wherever You Are, Pt. 2 ASIN: B000C4KS2O Release Date: 2005-12-19

Tracks:

1. Welcome to Wherever You Are
2. Have a Nice Day [Live]
3. Someday I'll Be Saturday Night [Live]
4. It's My Life [Live]

Album Description

Features the title track backed with 3 tracks recorded live from the Nokia Theatre Times Square 'Have A Nice Day', 'Someday I'll Be Saturday Night' & 'It's My Life'. LG. 2005.

Average customer rating: GreatStrait Loved it CHRISTMAS with George Strait Merry Christmas Wherever You Are Never trust the critics

Merry Christmas Wherever You Are George Strait Manufacturer: Mca Special Products ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Western Swing | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General Christmas | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Opera & Vocal | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Pop Vocal | Holiday | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Country General | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Contemporary Country | Country | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Holiday Music | Miscellaneous | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Holiday Music | Miscellaneous | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General Christmas | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music $7 - $10 | Today's Deals | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music Pop Vocal | Holiday Music | Special Features | Music 4-for-3 Country | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Merry Christmas Strait to You Let It Be Christmas Christmas Collection: 20th Century Masters Christmas to Christmas Honky Tonk Christmas ASIN: B00001O33X Release Date: 2002-08-27

Tracks:

1. I Know What I Want For Christmas
2. Old Time Christmas
3. Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow
4. Jingle Bell Rock
5. Merry Christmas (Wherever You Are)
6. All I Want For Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth)
7. The Christmas Song
8. Noel Leon
9. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
10. Santa's On His Way

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George Strait is one of country music's GQ cowboys and leading male vocalists, and his first Christmas record is probably in every country holiday collection. This one won't be. Strait sounds about as engaged here as a perennial bench sitter on the hockey team. The CD mixes standards with middling originals, and Strait's puzzling choices of covers ("Jingle Bell Rock" at this stage of the game?) are only exacerbated by the likes of a story called "Noel Leon," about a guy who leaves his Christmas lights up all year round. Of course there's a sad side to the tale. You expect more from a guy who can emulate George Jones and find the writers who make even the most commercial work personable and memorable. Finally, what was he thinking when he covered "All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth"? Talk about getting caught in a whiteout. --Martin Keller

Customer Reviews:

GreatStrait.......2007-01-04

I love George Strait and it was great to have one of his Christmas CD's.

Loved it.......2005-12-28

I got this cd off of ebay for christmas and I loved it. I thought it was alot better than "...strait to you" was. I love "Noel Leon" and George's version of "The Christmas song".

CHRISTMAS with George Strait.......2005-08-22

Helps round out my G.S. collection. This CD was received in good condition & arrived in a timely manner. Good job all the way around.

Merry Christmas Wherever You Are.......2003-12-21

George is my favorite Country artist and has been for years and years. I have his first Christmas CD which is great but I agree with others that he really outdid himself on this one. His voice gets even better....if that's possible....and in my opinion he gets better looking :-) He's 51 and looks gorgeous! Keep up the good work, George and Merry Christmas wherever you are!

Never trust the critics.......2002-12-06

I didn't pick up George Strait's second Christmas outing until this year when it was consigned to the budget bin. I had ready too many negative reviews from the music experts. Well my faith has been restored and in fact I enjoy this outing better than "Merry Christmas Strait to You". The main reason? George's voice. On his first holiday release he hadn't yet developed his wonderful mature singing style - the relaxed sound and confident phrasing. He has turned into one of the most gifted vocalists in the business. He makes it sound effortless.

Also the material on this outing is for the most part superior to the songs on his first outing. "I Know What I Want for Christmas" is an easy going country-swing number that recalls his recent hit "Go On". "Old Time Christmas" and "Santa's On His Way" both recapture the sweet innocence of Christmas as viewed through the eyes of youth. Another reason I had steered clear of this outing was the inclusion of "All I Want for Christmas" - "uh oh" - but George presents it in a very straight forward "swing" style and it works beautifully. "Let It Snow" and "The Christmas Song" are both presented in warm arrangements and George's voice and phrasing are perfect. While there's nothing very special in the versions of "Jingle Bell Rock" and "Rudolph" presented here they are certainly listenable enough. The only track I could do without is "Noel Leon" which doesn't fit the with mood or feeling of the rest of the outing. It won't having jumping to hit the skip button but maybe another original or traditional cover might have been a better choice.

Still, all in all an excellent release from Strait and now, at budget price, a painless purchase.

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Welcome to Wherever You Are, Pt. 2 Bon Jovi Manufacturer: Universal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Welcome to Wherever You Are, Pt. 1 Welcome to Wherever You Are Welcome to Wherever You Are, Pt. 1 Who Says You Can't Go Home Who Says You Can't Go Home ASIN: B000E0W1GW Release Date: 2006-02-14

Tracks:

1. Welcome To Wherever You Are (Jeremy Wheatley Mix)
2. Someday I'll Be Saturday Night (Live)
3. Wanted Dead Or Alive (Live)
4. Wanted Dead Or Alive (Live Video)

Album Description

UK single features 3 tracks live at the Nokia Theatre from Times Square NYC September 2005: 'Who Says You Can't Go Home', 'Radio Saved My Life Tonight' and 'It's My Life'. Mercury. 2006.

Album Details

The Single is Being Released on Three Collectable Formats (2 CDs and a Dvd) all Containing Brand New Live Recordings from the Nokia Theatre Show, and Together all Three Make Up a Live E.p. A Limited Edition Slipcase is Available Through Www.bonjovi.com To Hold all Three Formats.

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