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Grace (New Version)

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by: Jeff Buckley

September 13, 2004
It seems to me that the best songs/tracks on this CD are (perhaps inevitably) the three standards, ie, "Hallelujah", "Lilac Wine" and "Corpus Christie Carol."

With regard to the first of these, I can't say I agree with a previous reviewer that Jeff Buckley's rendering totally supersedes the original.
Leonard Cohen , with that memorable, bantering growl of his, makes Buckley sound somewhat like a tearful choirboy!

It was interesting to hear the Britten piece but it comes from a choral work and Buckley's solo, pop-folk treatment - though possibly OK as a concert encore item - does not do it justice. But, on the other hand, "Lilac Wine" comes over very effectively and is the best recording of this song that I have ... Read More:

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Sawdust

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by: The Killers

November 12, 2007
If, when you hear the warbling sound of Brandon Flowers erractic maybe flaky voice your ears prick up with glee, The Killers secretly brilliant lyrics pummelling through you, then I see you have no choice but to purchase this album immediately. You will not be put off by the simularity of the many tracks. (I frequently start singing one and accidently somehow blend it into another part way through.)
Nevertheless for the rest of us it is a good (rather long) collection of many moderate tracks, but intertwinded with some sparkling gems, true rarities. Nothing less than is expected.
A good heart gushing chat on the phone with a friend you haven't seen in a while to tide you over whilst you eagerly await their homecoming.

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Greatest Hits

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by: Enrique Iglesias

November 17, 2008
This 2-disc edition, as well as including a DVD, also has one exclusive bonus track that is not on the standard 1-disc edition. This is a new version of Miss You from the Insomniac album and when I say it's a new version, I mean that very literally. It's a duet with French singer Nadiya and the song has been completely re-worked both lyrically and musically. It's a brilliant new interpretation and if you like this then I would recommend tracking down the French release of Tired of Being Sorry (Laisse Le Destin L'Emporter) either as a single or on the French version of Insomniac where Enrique and Nadiya also worked together.
The DVD includes the videos for hits such as Bailamos, Hero, Escape and Do You Know? (The Ping Pong Song) as well as Can You ... Read More:

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Ring Of Fire: The Legend Of Johnny Cash

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by: Johnny Cash

November 21, 2005
I bought this album because I like a lot of the songs on the album and just wanted a general overview of Cash's career. I was also thrilled to see a cover of One by U2 on it (one of my favourite songs by them), and a couple of live songs; A Boy Named Sue in particular, because he was just such an incredible showman and it was great to listen to this imagining being there to witness him delivering such great performances.

This is a brilliant album and brilliant value for money; a great introduction to, or overview of, Cash's career.

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Highway to Hell

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by: AC/DC

March 03, 2003
This has to be one of the greatest rock albums of all time, and for me AC/DC`s second best after the previous "Powerage".The production on this is excellent, recently purchased this on cd as my vinyl copy is on its last legs.Great to hear it again, where do you start,all great tunes but stand out for me are,Highway to hell,walk all over you,If you want blood and touch to much.
I was lucky enough to see this tour and went two nights running at Manchester Apollo,awesome.Have a great memory of being at the Led Zep Knebworth gig in 79 and they played this album in full over the pa system.
Of course this was Bon Scott`s last album and he was/is sadly missed.After this album came their biggest selling album"Back in Black", another great solid record but for ... Read More:

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Greatest Hits

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by: McFly

November 05, 2007
I received this great CD for Christmas 2007. I'd never really listened to any of their CDs before, and only ever heard and reconized "Don't Stop Me Now" a few times. But now I am crazy about them and their music: it's so cool and catchy! All the songs are brilliant! You should definetly buy this! It is FAB! And if you don't atleast like them now, you will after listening to this!

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Jordin Sparks

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by: Jordin Sparks

April 14, 2008
I love this album and think it's very fun, quirky and different from anythin' else out at the moment. An impressive debut for such a young girl. My advice is don't judge this album too quickly. It's filled with many different styles of music from pure fun pop to sugary sweet mid tempo R&B ballads, dance, electronic, this album has it all! Fresh, creative, quirky, upbeat, fun and original is how I would describe it. A really good try and definitely worth a listen!

Favourite tracks include:

No Air (duet with Chris Brown)
Tattoo
One Step At A Time
Freeze
Next To You
Just For The Record
Now You Tell Me

Good work, Jordin! 5/5 ~ Claire Elise Archibald. xxx

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Christmas Hits

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by: Various Artists

November 20, 2006
If not the best Christmas album out there ..... and beleive me I should know, I've bought pleanty over the years, I say if your looking for a all round, something for everyone Christmas Album get this one I'll be suprised if your disapointed






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O Brother, Where Art Thou?

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by: Various Artists

August 28, 2000
I'm not from the US, my family hail from Kashmir and I was born in the UK, grew up listening to punk rock but WOW! The soundtrack literally drips with the era and place it hails from; every time I hear a snippet I swear I can feel the heat and smell the wheat - so amazing!

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Greatest Day

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by: Take That

November 24, 2008
I will start by saying that I am a take that fan - loved Beautiful World - but try as I might I cannot find the same quality in this single. I actually find it hard to believe that this song was written by the same four guys who penned 'rule the world', 'patience' 'shine' etc.
Its not a great advert for 'The Circus' album. I was gutted that I wasn't able to get tickets for the circus tour - but now I am finding it easier to cope !!!