Tin Drum [Limited Edition] [Original recording remastered]

Product Description
2003 remastered reissue of 1981 album features 12 tracks including a bonus disc with four tracks, 'The Art Of Parties' (Single Version), 'Life Without Buildings' (B-side), 'The Art Of Parties' (Live - B-side), & 'Ghosts' (Single Version), packaged in a clamshell box containing a six panel digipak with new artwork & a 24-page booklet. Virgin.

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Tin Drum [Limited Edition] [Original recording remastered]

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Attention ALL music lovers!
Great, Inventive Album That Changed Music History
Remastered NOT Expanded

Tin Drum
Japan
Manufacturer: Caroline
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Quiet Life
Adolescent Sex
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Very Best of Japan

ASIN: B000F3T7XI
Release Date: 2007-04-24

Tracks:

The Art Of Perties
Talking Drum
Ghosts
Canton
Sill Like In Mobile Homes
Visions Of China
Sons Of Pioneers
Cantonese Boy

Album Description

Digitally remastered reissue, in standard jewel case, of their ground breaking 1981 album features four bonus tracks: 'Art Of Parties' (Single and Live Versions), and single mixes of 'Ghosts' and 'Life Without Buildings'. 12 tracks total including 'Visions Of China' and more. Virgin.

Customer Reviews:

Attention ALL music lovers!.......2007-07-18

As a teenager working in the world of radio in the 80's, I recognized the brilliance of Japan. This was definitely a band that stood out as genius in a sea of uniqueness at the time. If I had been able, I would have loved to expose the mainstream airwaves to the pleasures of Japan. Limited by a top 10 mainstream format on air, I was unable to share...Alas, the internet! This is a must have. I don't care WHAT type of music you listen to. Genius is genius!

Great, Inventive Album That Changed Music History.......2007-06-08

Although Japan was a "run of the mill" British pop group in the early 80s, their music was NOT! I really like this album...especially "Still Life in Mobile Homes," which was curiously left off of their "Best of" collection. The only reason I wouldn't give this album 5 starts is because it's fairly repetative, as far as the songs. Most of them sound quite similar and it does get a bit tiresome (except, of course, for "Ghosts," which was the defining moment of their career).

Remastered NOT Expanded.......2007-02-27

Amazon's product description listed this cd as having the 4 bonus tracks on it. Well, I just received my copy and it does not. That sucks because the single version of "the art of parties" is superior to the album version. Oh well. At least it is remastered. I also bought "Gentlemen take polaroids" and "Quiet Life" and they did match the descriptions.

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The Art of Japan
Beautiful & Unique
The intercultural conception of a new sound
Beautiful music
Leaves You Wanting More

Tin Drum
Japan
Manufacturer: Blue Plate Caroline
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Gentlemen Take Polaroids

ASIN: B000000I00
Release Date: 1991-09-13

Tracks:

The Art Of Parties
Talking Drum
Ghosts
Canton
Still Life In Mobile Homes
Visions Of China
Sons Of Pioneers
Cantonese Boy

Customer Reviews:

The Art of Japan.......2007-04-17

Sounding like the love child of Bryan Ferry and David Bowie, David Sylvian and the boys strike gold with this album. "Tin Drum" doesn't have a weak moment on it- a huge improvement over the inconsistent "Gentlemen Take Polaroids" album though I do love that one track. Most of the songs on "Tin Drum" could be described as funky-Asian-art pop with the occasional synth-ballad such as "Ghosts". The lone instrumental song here is the wonderfully evocative "Canton". At under forty minutes long, this album is short & sweet and as art rock albums go, very accessible. If you want to hear something fresh and different, go for it, Cantonese boys & girls!

Beautiful & Unique.......2006-07-28

Tin Drum is indeed a unique album from a very under-rated band. Recorded in the 80's with a heavy oriental influence, this bridges the gap between art and pop. If you don't get it on the first listen, it may take a while, but it will grow on you and you will love it (providing that you have an open mind to music). Unlike their predesessing albums of new romantic electro-pop, this enters new territory. David Sylvians sultry vocal sits perfectly on top of Mick Karn's sublime fretless bass playing and really do give you that Asian feel. Highlights for me are 'Ghosts', 'Visions Of China' and 'Cantonese Boy'...It feels a little dated listening to it today but nevertheless the songs still stand the test of time....Open your mind and enjoy.

The intercultural conception of a new sound.......2006-01-17

''Tin Drum'' is the most groundbreaking album of Japan's carrer, which is indeed full of highlights (the exception being maybe a little misstep with still good ''Obscure Alternatives''). The last in their string of excellent albums, ''Tin Drum'' is one of the most solid records of its time, which it was undeniably ahead of. The band came to its peak by developing a very own, unmistakable sound that couldn't be seriously compared to anything else done in the same period. Besides, its accomplishments include the succesfull, genuine marriage of asian elements with an european pop-rock soul that justify the band's name and seems to build a meaningfull conclusion of the group's legacy. The tunes here are delightfull. ''Cantonese Boy'' must be one of their best singles ever; ''The Art Of Parties'' incorporates the spirit of the whole record with its amazing drums and surreal tempo; ''Ghosts'' is an excellent ballad, and all the songs would deserve nice remarks in this and any other review. Sylvian's weird voice reached its emotional peak here as well, and comparisions to Bryan Ferry are mostly dull, since the usage both did of their not that differently sounding voices didn't lead to similar results.
If not a must-have, surely a must-try.

Beautiful music.......2005-01-30

As Japan progressed from their early years, their sound evolved into a rich, beautiful and innovative style that was unique to the period.Many have said that David Sylvian was attempting to imitate the more mature vocal stylings of Bryan Ferry. If you listen to their early albums like Adolescent Sex and Obscure Alternatives, the deliberate change in Sylvian's vocals are dramatic.It's pretty obvious he needed to tone things down to accompany the more textural music they were creating. And, does anyone else wonder why a band called Japan was so obsessed with China? Tin Drum is a wonderful collection of songs but the oriental influence is a little overplayed. Gentlemen Take Polaroids is their true masterpiece. Had that been the only album they ever did, Japan would still be one of my favorite bands of all time.

Leaves You Wanting More.......2002-10-23

I just started getting into Japan after their albums were recommended to me by fellow Gary Numan fans. Most pointed to this album as Japan's best, so I was anxious to check it out. Although, I think Gentlemen Take Polaroids may have more to offer, Tin Drum is definitely a five-star album. Whereas Gentlemen Take Polaroids is probably best taken as a whole, Tin Drum has many tracks that can stand alone. The first track is actually my least favorite (a little too jazzy for my tastes with an annoyingly repetitive ending) but Japan at their worse is probably better than most bands (particularly of today). One of my favorite tracks is "Ghosts," a hauntingly beautiful song with wonderful lyrics. Unlike Gentlemen, Tin Drum only has one instrumental--"Canton," with an in-your-face Japanese flavor. "Sons of Pioneers" has a cool drum and bass riff in its introduction with David Sylvian's distinctive vocals emerging at the end. "Still Life in Mobile Homes" is a very interesting track with a very sharp, deliberate sound (for lack of a better adjective). It ends with my favorite track "Cantonese Boy"--a quirky tune with fun chorus and Cold War lyrics to give it a cool retro value. My one criticism is that this track (as well as the entire album, for that matter) is too short and ends too abruptly. It leaves me wanting more which causes me to hit the track replay button.

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maurice jarre: the emotion and the strength
"Ageless Composer..Legendary Icon Extraordinaire..Jarre"

The Emotion & The Strength

Manufacturer: Milan Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005UK0A
Release Date: 2002-01-08

Tracks:

Overture fanfare of the TNP
Grand Prix
Sunshine
The Tin Drum
Dead Poets Society
Ghost
Doctor Zhivago
Jacob's Ladder
Passage To India
Fatal Attraction
Is Paris Burning?

Tracks:

Pancho Villa
Year Of Living Dangerously
The Man Who Would Be King
Ryan's Daughter
Agaguk
A Walk In The Clouds
Gorillas In The Midst
Witness
Lawrence Of Arabia
Maurice Jarre Interview

Customer Reviews:

maurice jarre: the emotion and the strength.......2005-01-29

I am sure that anyone reading this review will agree with me on the fact that m. Jarre's status as a composer is beyond legend. What a pure genius. HOWEVER, I simply have to write this review to warn his fans what a huge disappointment this album is. Frist,the quality of the recording is tinny and insipid [I am not some picky audiophile, but live albums usually leave a lot to be desired]. Most important is that the arrangements and their performance by this orchestra is just totally unsatisfying. Lets face it, what we all love about Jarre is the power of his music in relationship to the films for which it was done. We want the evocative quality of the real scores, pretty much as they were for the films. You wont find it in this album[close your eyes and think of your favorite film score. You can hear it in your mind easily. now imagine hearing an album where the arrangement of it that you hear bears little relationship to what you lovingly remember. Thats the reason for my profound dissatisfaction]... So just buy the 'real' soundtracks and enjoy!

"Ageless Composer..Legendary Icon Extraordinaire..Jarre".......2002-01-21

Highly skilled composer one of the "Old Guard" film scoring Giants...belongs to a very exclusive club of longivity...creating some of the most brilliant scores ever to grace filmland...Mauice Jarre can write music for any story-line...from any country in the world...one who fits the bill of legendary icon in his most worthy profession...FILM COMPOSER EXTRAORDINAIRE!

Not being one so taken with LIVE RECORDINGS, but this 2-CD-Set has much merit, quality and enjoyment, all music composed and yes, conducted by MAURICE JARRE, with very capable musical organizations~ BBC Concert Orchestra,Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, how's that for a Grand Slam line up...but let's see what musical scores make the grade of "stand outs" and the ever popular "highlights".

Starting with the stand outs ~ "A PASSAGE TO INDIA"(1984), string section opens with counterpoints from percussion, giving you a sense of traveling through India, brass takes over with a main theme, gives the ten minute Suite body---"FATAL ATTRACTION" (1987), solo piano sends chills through your memories of the story line, almost textures of "Classical Jazz", blending eerie strings with muted brass joining in for substance,reminds me of some of 1940's murder mysteries with Bogart or Mitchum---"RYAN'S DAUGHTER"(1970), haunting theme with melodic overtones, give way to the percussion section, moving within the unforgettable melody always stumping the music fans, where have I heard this before?

What you've all been waiting for...the HIGHLIGHTS ~ "LAWRENCE OF ARABIA"(1962), exceptional score for this stunning film, won an Oscar for "Best Original Score 1962", percussion and brass draws you into the desert, living each passage from an unforgettable arrangement that sits high on the composers list on his achievements---but the one everyone remembers for orchestration, originality and lasting impression of "Classic Soundtracks" is "DR, ZHIVAGO"(1965), sweeping Russian melodies with poignant blends of the windwood sections, listen as the counterpoints abound reeking with passion as the love of two women for one man, the Main Theme is probably one of the most recognizable in the world.

Milan Records has given us an additonal score "SUNSHINE"(1999), a beautiful haunting score that has Jarre's signature in place, the chorus gives off a heavenly sound of "Pure Harmony", counter balanced by the orchestration, gotta love it!

Tracks:

Dreams Of Immigrants
Open Sesame
Living On The Front Line
Mirrors Of Eyes
You Get What You Need
Jinjirogeh
Chunk O' Funk
Perfect Strangers
Illusion
Wanted
Where The Fire Still Burns

Album Description

Exclusive Japanese CD pressing of this 1982 album comes house in a miniature LP sleeve. Sony. 2006.

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The band Duran Duran (or at least Arcadia) was trying to be
The best of Japan's material.
Wonderful sound and top notch packaging.
Stylish Reissues Lacking In Substance

Tin Drum
Japan
Manufacturer: Caroline
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Oil on Canvas
Quiet Life
Brilliant Trees
Rain Tree Crow

ASIN: B0000AQOQT
Release Date: 2003-10-07

Tracks:

The Art Of Parties (Single Version)
Life Without Buildings
The Art Of Parties (Live)
Ghosts (Single Version)

Tracks:

The Art Of Parties
Talking Drum
Ghosts
Canton
Still Life In Mobile Homes
Visions Of China
Sons Of Pioneers
Cantonese Boy

Album Description

2003 remastered reissue of 1981 album features 12 tracks including a bonus disc with four tracks, 'The Art Of Parties' (Single Version), 'Life Without Buildings' (B-side), 'The Art Of Parties' (Live - B-side), & 'Ghosts' (Single Version), packaged in a clamshell box containing a six panel digipak with new artwork & a 24-page booklet. Virgin.

Album Details

Digitally Remastered Reissue of their Second and Final Virgin Records Studio Album (As Japan) Comes in a Very Special Package featuring a "Clamshell Box" that Containing a Six Panel Digipak, a 24 Page Photo Booklet and a Bonus Gatefold Single. The Box Will have Alternative Cover Art on the Front, the Digipak Will have the Original Cover Art, the Booklet Will have Alternative Cover Art and the Single Will have Photos from "The Art of Parties" Single Sessions. The Booklet Photos Are by Fin Costello were Taken During the Original Album Sessions. Along with all These Photographic Treats, the Music of this Album Remains Some of the Most Innovative and Brilliant of the Postpunk Era, Still Sounding Fresh and Avant Garde. The Bonus Single Compiles the Single Versions of "The Art of Parties" and "Ghosts" and their B-sides "Life Without Buildings" and "The Art of Parties (Live)".

Customer Reviews:

The band Duran Duran (or at least Arcadia) was trying to be.......2005-04-27

Japan was one of those bands that my hipper friends who listened only to college radio always talked about back in the early-MTV period of the '80's. I finally allowed my curiosity to get the better of me when I had heard that Mick Karn was an outstanding player of the fretless bass guitar (an instrument that I play, as well) and I bought this amazingly eclectic re-issue.

The music is...well, it's something that takes a bit of getting used to. The constant drum machine fills and staccato keyboard programs during the quicker-paced songs date the material instantly, and the exaggerated accent in vocalist David Sylvian's (easily one of the coolest names in the history of rock) delivery place the band squarely during that time when EVERY band that was worth listening to was from one corner of Britain or the other. The immediate impression that I got during the first listen was that this was the coldest and most soulless CD I had ever listened to, everything that we were supposed to dislike about synth-pop in its infancy. David Slyvian gets a liner note credit for playing guitar, but as many times as I've listened to this album I've yet to find it.

Having said that, by the third or fourth time you listen to this CD you are used to its quirkiness...and Mick Karn's bassplaying is as advertised. There is no small amount of irony that the most frequently replaced instrument in synth-based music is the bass guitar, yet Japan's most daunting musician plays that very instrument and with his overchorused tone sets the standard by which fretless bass is recorded in pop music throughout the rest of the decade (see especially "No Parlez" by Paul Young).

The highlights for me are "Canton", "Sill Life In Mobile Homes", "Visions of China", and "Sons Of Pioneers", the only song on which Karn gets a writing credit. For these track alone the CD is worth buying.

The packaging of the re-issue I am actually very impressed with. If it is possible to make a box set out of a single album, EMI has done it here. The release of bonus material (single edits, B-sides, and a live version of the lead track) on a separate disc is, to my perception, a welcome change of procedure that keeps the integrity of the song selection from the original album as it was released some 20-plus years ago. You don't HAVE to listen to the bonus material if all you want to do is hear the album as it was originally recorded and released. And the photo booklet that is included...absolutely necessary? No, but a nice touch. Would I have liked to have lyrics included as well? Sure. But a band from an era that is as equally about art as it was music among its performers is perfectly within their range by including an element of photography/fashion with the reissue of what most people agree to be their flagship recordings. If you are at all curious about what Japan has to offer, you could A LOT WORSE than buying this CD reissue package to find out.

The best of Japan's material........2005-04-11

"Tin Drum" was the album where Japan finally hit their stride-- the two strongest forces in the band had found their own voices-- David Sylvian's compositions combined drastically separated influences like Roxy Music, Erik Satie, and Eastern Asian traditional musics to form something wholly other, supported in large part by the unique, rubbery fretless bass playing of Mick Karn. Even at this early point in his career, no one sounded like Karn. And with the departure of Rob Dean, there was little concession for guitar playing-- when its present, its more atmospheric and tasteful-- a radical departure from the N.Y. Dolls glam of their first album, which came out just three years prior.

But taste and atmosphere and arrangements are really the key here-- consider the album's standout-- "Ghosts". Steve Jansen (a master of understatement at the percussion chair) plays a simple marimba line, under which Sylvian and synth man Richard Barbieri play simple hazes. While Sylvian's voice had not yet finished developing, his passionate croon is emotional and effecting. Contrast this piece withe the traditional Chinese sounds of "Canton"-- which could have been written (and for that matter performed) centuries before were it not for the squeaky presence of Karn's bass.

Much of the rest of the album is dancey rhythmically, with Jansen maintaining understated pumped up beats and Karn digging way deep into a groove and producing several stunning bass lines ("Talking Drum", "Still Life in Mobile Homes", "Visions of China"). But to my ears, the other standout on the record is "Sons of Pioneers"-- similar in mood and feel to "Ghosts", cowritten by Karn and Sylvian, this one is driven by a haunting bass line and tribal percussion and again shows the band has mastered this dark mood. Its really quite a shame they split up after this one-- both Sylvian's "Brilliant Trees" and Karn's "Titles" and Dali's Car project would have benefited greatly from the other contributing.

This reissue was done fully under the control of David Sylvian. Sonically, its flawless-- the Virgin reissues of the Japan/Sylvian catalog could have been recorded yesterday in an all-digital studio. But the packaging on this one is a bit over the top-- it comes in this gigantic cardboard case with a digipack containing the album, a cardboard LP-style sleeve containing a bonus disc (more on that in a minute) and a booklet of photos. While this stuff is all quite nice, its rather extensive. The bonus disc is largely extraneous--two single mixes (the inferior extended mix of "The Art of Parties" and "Ghosts"), the b-side to "The Art of Parties" (the superb "Life Without Buildings", an East Asian style mostly instrumental piece, but with a much more modern vibe and great bass playing from Karn) and a great live recording of "The Art of Parties".

Overall, "Tin Drum" is really a superb album-- definitely the best the band did in my assessment. This reissue only makes it sound better.

Wonderful sound and top notch packaging........2004-02-02

The sound quality improvement over the original CD's and UK vinyl (!) is suprising given some of the so-called "remastered" releases being put out recently. Most albums from the 80's weren't recorded all that well to begin with, but thankfully that's not the case here.

A great rock album from a band pioneering an entire genre of music with packaging that thankfully dispenses with the usual "jewel" case.

Stylish Reissues Lacking In Substance.......2003-11-13

EMI was unable to really cash in on Japan until David Sylvian's 20-year contract with Virgin Records ran out in 2001. After that impressive milestone came to pass, the label began the process of remastering and repackaging their three Japan albums, the Rain Tree Crow reunion one-off, and Sylvian's solo recordings. For better or for worse, the obsessively controlling Sylvian provided extensive input into the proceedings, the results of which look very impressive upon initial examination. However, as is often the case, the surface belies the substance.

First off, studio engineer Tony Cousins has managed the impossible in producing a warm, organic sound from these discs, a remarkable achievement considering the longterm complaint by audiophiles that compact discs lack such an aesthetic quality. These CDs come as close to replicating the output of virgin vinyl (no pun intended) as I've ever heard, without the usual associated aural anomalies. However, my argument is not with the music - these albums are all truly brilliant in their own right and the remastered sound quality is superb. And Japan is certainly worthy of having their material revisited and properly reissued. However I must question many of the decisions made regarding content, organization, and design. A common gripe that I have with all the releases is the digipack packaging. While more visually appealing than the standard jewelcase, digipacks are more delicate in nature and of greater susceptibility to damage during both distribution and handling. If a jewelcase is broken, it's easily replaced - the same cannot be said of digipack components. Here are other, album-specific complaints:

GENTLEMEN TAKE POLAROIDS: The alternate cover photo is a splendid variation, but the original should have been incorporated as well. The inclusion of the lyrics to "Nightporter" appears random and arbitrary - why not reproduce all the song lyrics?

TIN DRUM: The special packaging is superfluous - a cardboard slipcase would have achieved the same effect. The second disc is wasteful, as this material could have easily been included on the main album. The pictorial booklet is certainly well compiled, but I think most fans are beyond the 'image worship' phase by now.

OIL ON CANVAS: There was no need to divide the content between two discs, as it obviously fits comfortably on one CD. However, EMI can charge more for a 2-disc set, thus explaining that decision. Washing the color out of the cover painting is an odd alteration that reduces its appeal.

In summation, far too much effort was channeled into the overly precious packaging when greater emphasis should have been given to the musical content. There are several tracks currently unavailable on CD that could have easily been included on these releases, including "Gentlemen Take Polaroids" (single edit), "Burning Bridges" (original mix), "Some Kind Of Fool" (original recording), "Visions Of China" (extended mix), "Nightporter" (single edit), "Ain't That Peculiar" (alternate mix), and "Canton" (live single version). Accompanying booklets with complete discographies, single cover art, song lyrics, interviews, biographies, etc. would have been greatly appreciated by fans. Sadly, it is a rare occasion when an artist's followers are consulted for projects of this nature, which shows extremely poor foresight given that the fans are the direct product consumers.

Tracks:

Il Postino-Theme/The Bicycle
Last Tango In Paris-Theme
La Dolce Vita-Suite
Z-Theme
Death In Venice-Adagietto From Symphony No.5
Antonia's Line-Opening Credits
Das Boot-Theme
Suspiria-Theme
Cinema Paradiso-Theme
Phaedra-Suite
The Tin Drum-Suite
Amarcord-Suite
The Double Life Of Veronique-Concerto in e
Zorba The Greek-Zorba's Dance

Customer Reviews:

"Silva Screen releases film culture European style".......2001-11-28

Believe Silva Screen saved the best for last...the ongoing series comes to an end with "Arthouse Cafe 3"...this time highlighting not just the scores from France, but the entire European community...thus with have "Classic European Film Music" ...some of the best known composers around ~ Enrique Bacalov, Gato Barbieri, Van Den Budenmayer, Klaus Doldinger, Goblin, Maurice Jarre, Gustav Mahler, Ennio Morricone, Zbigniew Preisner, Nino Rota, Ilona Sekacz and Mikis Theodorakis...each composer so different in their approach to the story-line, but always setting the mood for each character to act out his or her part.

There are several stand outs on this compilation that need mentioning ~ "IL POSTINO"(Bacalov)..."LA DOLCE VITA"(Rota)..."Z"(Theodorakis)..."CINEMA PARADISO"(Morricone)..."PHAEDRA"(Theodorakis)..."ARMARCORD"(Rota)..."THE DOUBLE LIFE OF VERONIQUE"(Van den Budenmayer/Preisner)...and my all-time favorite "ZORBA THE GREEK"(Theodorakis), loved the film with Anthony Quinn, and the music was so inspiring, so earthy and festive, with a hint sadness reflections of daily life, with its ups and downs, will never forget the impact this had on me when I first heard his music.

Under the watchful eye of James Fitzpatrick(producer), featuring The City Of Prague Philharmonic...conducted by Paul Bateman and Nic Raine...Mark Ayres producing Electronic Music...so my "film-score-buff" friends, this is a keeper, make room for one of the most outstanding collections to come out of the SILVA SCREEN vaults!

Total Time: 71:01 on 14 Tracks ~ Silva Screen Records STD-5019 ~ (1998)

arthouse cafe 3.......2000-09-25

I found this selection of European Film Music harmonically well put together...although I expected to have the themes played a little longer - some are only two to three minutes long - This takes away from the beauty of the melody. Otherwise the combination between the themes in "Il Postino" and "Cinema Paradiso" or "Zorba" combined with "Amarcord" and "Das Boot" makes it a very atractive C.D., offering "the unexpectated".

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Tin of Drum
Rapoon
Manufacturer: Staalplaat
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music

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Dance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005YBFA
Release Date: 1998-11-24

Tracks:

Not the Time
Where Were You?
Beneath the Sky
Between the Hours
Arguing the Theological Toss
Southbound

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Tin Drum: Living in a Real World

Real World
Tin Drum
Manufacturer: Brainstorm
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B00000109B
Release Date: 1996-01-02

Tracks:

Real World
Surrender
Lay Your Hands
Brighter Day
Little Boy
Who I Am
Long Ago And Far Away
You Were Mine
Dangerous Man
Way Of The World
Alabaster

Customer Reviews:

Tin Drum: Living in a Real World.......2001-09-19

This 1996 CD is a real sleeper. Brilliantly arranged & produced by the husband/wife team of Burleigh Drummond & Mary Harris, this is definitely worth adding to your music library. Drummond is a world reknowned percussionist & 5 time grammy nominee with the band Ambrosia. Harris is well known in the industry as a female voice & pianist to be reckoned with (Jimmy Buffet, XTC, Stanley Clarke). The 2nd track, Surrender is a lush song, co-produced by Alan Parsons, that should have been a hit, but did not receive ample air play. The entire CD is musical manna for the mind, body & soul. The band just released a new cd: Small Parade, that more than overshadows this one. ...