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The Wombats Proudly Present... A Guide To Love, Loss and Desperation

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Wombats

November 05, 2007
I gambled on this CD, only having listened to Moving to New York on XFM...

Glad I did to be honest as it's a very honest and uplifting CD, one of the best I've heard since Snow Patrol's "Final Straw" and Hard-Fi's "Stars of CCTV". If you need a guide as to their sound, think the Arctics stirred with Blur and add a dash of Julian cope (Teardrop Explodes - ask your dad!)

The afore-mentioned Moving to New York is a superb single, with great guitars one of the album's rocking tracks. Let's Dance to Joy Division brings back memories and always raises a smile. There are some weaker tracks but overall there are a varied ensemble of original and lively songs on offer here.

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Rubber Soul

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: The Beatles

November 01, 1998
I wont comment on the performances as these have been covered thousands of times since the album was released. But I will say that I think that this is a very poorly mixed album, with all of the vocals on the right, the instruments on the left and nothing at all in the middle. Surely the technology at the time allowed better placement than this.
No wonder Phil Spector made his famous "back to mono" rant.

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Use Your Illusion II

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Guns N' Roses

December 23, 2002
Both are strong albums, but where as Vol.1 is in your face Hard Rock/Metal , this is more experimental, dare I say, progressive!
Estranged, Locomotive, Civil War are all GREAT, lengthy epics, with complex arrangements and musicianship.
A really strong, (still) modern sounding Rock album.

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Elv1s: 30 #1 Hits

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Elvis Presley

September 23, 2002
with such a mass of material to choose from,it is difficult for any record label to put together a 'good' collection that shows the entire range of Elvis' great songs but this goes a long way toward it. Well worth the place on the shelf.

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The '59 Sound

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Gaslight Anthem

August 18, 2008
There are a few outstanding tracks on this album. The rest of the songs are of a good standard, making this an altogether very listenable album. There is really nothing bad to say. I would recomend that you buy it. But that's it. There is nothing groundbreaking or any real sparks of genius here. It's just good time roll n rock. The story telling is good, with extra cheesy lyrics chucked in for good measure. I imagine this disc will stand the test of time, that's always a good thing.

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Greatest Hits: My Prerogative

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Britney Spears

November 08, 2004
This sure is an amazing album. It`s got all her hits on so even more amazingly amazing! Not sure what planet the previous reviewer was on when reviewing this though...just thought I`d add my piece!

P.S. I suppose you don`t have to re-design the case for this CD as it`s a plastic one! Duffy...

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A Rush of Blood to the Head

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Coldplay

August 26, 2002
Ok, for the people who don't like this album I say - you're all mad and have no taste in music whatsoever.
For the people like myself, who absolutely LOVE this album, I say - good on you, it's obvious you have brilliant taste in music!!!
There are no bad songs on this album, they are all genius - fabulous lyrics, catchy tunes and fantastic guitar. There are a couple of standout songs for me, so here they are (in order of the listing on the CD):

Politik: Coldplay were right to choose this song as an opener, it really works for the album. It took about two listens to get into it, and then it became a firm favourite. Has a real meaning too.
In My Place: Fantastic drumming at the start and the guitars are amazing. Great lyrics!
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Mamma Mia - Original London Cast (5th Anniversary Edition)

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Original London Cast

April 05, 2004
never ever liked abba 30 years on i still can't stand them now this ******* film has regurgatated their dire music once again ..mamma mia!!!!! i would nt give it any star ratings but it was the only way to move on mamma mia!!!!

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You Really Got Me - The Best Of

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: The Kinks

February 26, 2008
A really excellent Kinks collection. The whole CD drips with classy recordings from a hugely influential band. The price is a steal, the quality is uncompromising. A treasure trove of innovative British music, full of songs that surely require little or no introduction.
The Kinks made some superb music & a good cross section can be found here - you really would be barking mad not to get this, it's just ideal !

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Camp Rock [CD + DVD]

Childrens Toy Shop > Music > Rock
by: Original Soundtrack

November 17, 2008
A really excellent Kinks collection. The whole CD drips with classy recordings from a hugely influential band. The price is a steal, the quality is uncompromising. A treasure trove of innovative British music, full of songs that surely require little or no introduction.
The Kinks made some superb music & a good cross section can be found here - you really would be barking mad not to get this, it's just ideal !