Some Kind Of Wonderful (1987 Film) [Import] [Soundtrack]
Track Listings
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1. Do Anything - Pete Shelley
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2. Brilliant Mind - Furniture
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3. Cry Like This - Blue Room
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4. I Go Crazy - Flesh for Lulu
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5. She Loves Me - Stephen Duffy
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6. Hardest Walk - The Jesus and Mary Chain
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7. Shyest Time - The Apartments
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8. Miss Amanda Jones - March Violets
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9. Can't Help Falling in Love - Lick the Tins
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10. Turn to the Sky - March Violets
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Editorial Reviews
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While most '80s soundtracks offer collections of radio-friendly hits from haircut bands, the Some Kind of Wonderful soundtrack features quirky non-hits from bands like the Jesus & Mary Chain, Flesh for Lulu, and the Apartments. This delightfully non-mainstream soundtrack features Stephen Duffy's "Lonesome," the March Violets' unforgettable cover of the Rolling Stones' "Miss Amanda Jones," and Pete Shelley's "Do Anything." The highlight of the CD is unquestionably Lick the Tins' gravel-voiced, tin-whistle-driven cover of "Can't Help Falling in Love." Just listening to this CD can throw you into a John Hughes nostalgia tailspin that you may not want to come out of. --L.A. Smith
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Some Kind Of Wonderful (1987 Film) [Import] [Soundtrack]
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- Some Kind of Wonderful to Your Ear
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- get it for furniture's "brilliant mind"
- "Totally awesome!"
- Little known songs by little known artists - but still great
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Some Kind Of Wonderful: Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Mca
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ASIN: B000002O58
Release Date: 1990-10-25 |
Tracks:
- Do Anything - Pete Shelley
- Brilliant Mind - Furniture
- Cry Like This - Blue Room
- I Go Crazy / Flesh For Lulu
- She Loves Me - Stephen Duffy
- The Hardest Walk - Jesus And Mary Chain
- The Shyest Time - Apartments
- Miss Amanda Jones - March Violets
- Can't Help Falling In Love - Lick The Tins
- Turn To The Sky - March Violets
Amazon.com
While most '80s soundtracks offer collections of radio-friendly hits from haircut bands, the Some Kind of Wonderful soundtrack features quirky non-hits from bands like the Jesus & Mary Chain, Flesh for Lulu, and the Apartments. This delightfully non-mainstream soundtrack features Stephen Duffy's "Lonesome," the March Violets' unforgettable cover of the Rolling Stones' "Miss Amanda Jones," and Pete Shelley's "Do Anything." The highlight of the CD is unquestionably Lick the Tins' gravel-voiced, tin-whistle-driven cover of "Can't Help Falling in Love." Just listening to this CD can throw you into a John Hughes nostalgia tailspin that you may not want to come out of. --L.A. Smith
Customer Reviews:
Some Kind of Wonderful to Your Ear.......2007-07-13
The CD is amazing. Every song is fresh sounding even today, a great mix between downright rockers and pretty ballads. The best part of all is that none of these artists are what you would call big names, most in fact are probably unknown to most of the music world. This just proves, when you dig a little, you truly can find buried treasure. This is a must have to your music collection!
Soulrevivor.......2006-02-15
This is one of the best 80's films and one of the best soundtracks, if you grow up in that decade you have to own this CD and buy the DVD.
Here is a classic example of Non-famous band music at his best, the only negative thing I have to say about is that they didn't include the Charlie Sexton - Beats So Lonely that play in the confrontation between Keith and Amanda Boyfriend at his House when Elias Koteas enters to fight and when Amanda and Keith enter the museum that plays Catch my Fall from The Hell raiser himself Billy Idol.
get it for furniture's "brilliant mind".......2005-03-22
there's a scene in the movie where a song is playing on a boombox and one of the characters walks over and presses "stop." No! I stopped the DVD and played those few seconds again and again to hear the song. it turned out to be furniture's "brilliant mind," a hard to find single from 1986 that made the british charts. it's an understated, moody, and sophisticated song in the mold of the lotus eaters, talk talk, late roxy music & bryan ferry, or seona dancing. it begins with a world weary lament: "I'm at the stage where everything I thought meant something seems so unappealing, I'm ready for the real thing but nobody's selling" the song portrays the stuggle to find life's offerings worthwhile, and to the advice everyone around him offers, the singer replies "you must be out of your brilliant mind." it's a masterpiece of romantic new wave crooning.
the rest of the CD also offers some hard to find songs that give a better sense of the depth of 80s music than your average 80s comp. especially great and rare is the song by australian group the apartments. the flesh for lulu, stephen "tin tin" duffy, and jesus and mary chain songs are also great. I'm not as enchanted by the march violets and lick the tins as others seem to be, but in just 10 songs this CD offers a nice corrective to stereotypical 80s comps (including other john hughes soundtracks).
"Totally awesome!".......2005-03-05
This movie was so good, but what really made this movie was the soundtrack. March Violets "Turn To The Sky" was amazing in the club scene! I definetely recomend this soundtrack, and while your at it, pick up the movie too!
Little known songs by little known artists - but still great.......2004-03-30
I love this CD and I especially like I Can't Help Falling in Love with You (why do I always like cover versions better than Elvis' orignials?). None of these bands were big in the 80s and that's odd for a John Hughes film. I always thought that maybe he was hoping one of these bands would make it huge based on their inclusion in the movie soundtrack. Alas, it was not to be. All of the songs are upbeat and different. One of my favorite soundtracks; second only to She's Having a Baby.
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Some Kind of Wonderful
Ilona Knopfler
Manufacturer: Mack Avenue
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ASIN: B00009QGFD
Release Date: 2003-07-29 |
Tracks:
- Some Kind Of Wonderful
- It's The Time Of The Season
- Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
- One
- Something
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- Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
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Album Description
On Some Kind of Wonderful, her Mack Avenue recording debut, Ilona Knopfler applies her distinctive vocal styling to season 13 classic hits of the 60s and 70s with a luscious jazz flavor. On songs such as "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," Van Morrison's "Moon Dance," The Zombies' "(S)he's Not There," and the Marshall Tucker Band's "Can't You See," Ilona's soft and sultry vocals are bolstered by a strong supporting cast of players, including such jazz stalwarts as Dave Carpenter, Pat Kelley, Lenny Castro, and label-mate Eugene Maslov, as well as by string arrangements by Grammy-award winning composer and arranger Jimmie Haskell. Some Kind of Wonderful is just that - a wonderful introduction to a daring new talent.
Customer Reviews:
think again.......2004-01-21
If you thought that a CD with tunes like Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Something, and Alfie is covered ground so to speak, think again. Ilona turns some of these unappealing oldies into sparkling, beautiful, beckoning works of art. If you need a comparison to nudge you to click the 'buy' button, how about a less flamboyant version of Jane Monheit on Breaking Up or Susan Tedeschi on Some Kind of Wonderful. She cherishes every note she sings, particularly at the end of a phrase where the last trace of her voice lands as gently as a mother laying a child to rest. With a jazz feel to the whole effort, this is very sweet stuff.
Very Cool.......2003-10-16
A very cool, crisp performance. On the pop side of jazz but a little swinging too. Ilona addresses the songs with respect and just the right emotional touch not frills. She has her own voice and doesn't copy anyone else's style. I look forward to much more from her.
Smokin' good time.......2003-09-04
This CD is great for putting on and laying back with a friend and cool beverage on a hot steamy summer night. The 70's have been brought back to life in seductive and smooth way.
It's a Classic.......2003-08-14
In this day of "over the top" renditions of classic tunes (ala "American Idol"), Ilona's spare performances allow the music to evoke new emotions. "Breaking up is Hard to Do" absolutely bowls me over. I couldn't imagine this song as a jazz standard. I stand corrected.
"Some Kind of Wonderful" will take it's place in the Jazz Pantheon.
I truly look forward to more work by this talented artist.
wow- this is a voice you'll remember.......2003-08-13
I am thrilled with Ilona Knopfler's Some Kind of Wonderful. You may be turned off by the fact that these songs are remakes but lay your skepticism aside and listen. I dare you to for I know you will soon forget any reservations you may have had to begin with and be charmed by this amazing talent. Ilona Knopfler manages to master what few artists can- she makes these remakes her own. She breathes new life into legendary songs. When Ilona sings them, they cease to be someone else's song and become her own. Many of these songs have always been favorites of mine but listening to Ilona Knopfler sing them made me discover them all over again. It is like having loved someone for years and then waking up one morning and realizing how truly wonderful he is all over again. Another reason, I think that makes Some Kind of Wonderful work is that Ilona has a gift of speaking with her singing voice. Many people have great voices and hit all the right notes but there is something missing. What they are missing is that you have to sing a song from your heart. Singing is like talking. You need the emotion behind it to get the point across. Ilona Knopfler is one of those blessed few that understand this and poors her soul into a song and makes whatever song she is singing her own. There is an honesty and sincerity to her voice and style that will work no matter what she sings. The jazz arrangements on this CD are genius. The average listener will appreciate this at face value but the serious jazz lover will truly find themselves impressed. Keep an ear out for this name! I think we'll be hearing a lot more from Ilona Knopfler in the future. I know I for one can't wait for her next CD!
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- Thanks Mark
- Mark's message measure's up !!
- Mark Farner (Just another injustice)
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Mark Farner: Just Another Injustice/Some Kind of Wonderful
Mark Farner
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ASIN: B00000DM0Z
Release Date: 2003-02-04 |
Tracks:
- Airborne Ranger
- Judgment Day Blues
- Isn't It Amazing
- Come To Jesus
- Give Me The Works
- An Emotional Look At Love
- Workin' For The Winner
- Just Another Injustice
- The Writing On The Wall
- Only You
- Some Kind Of Wonderful
- Love From Above
- Without You
- Not Yet
- Attitude Of Gratitude
- All The Way
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Customer Reviews:
Did not get what I paid for.......2006-06-22
I am a Huge Mark Farner fan. I was looking very forward to listening to my CD's and looking on the website here is appears that you get 2 CD's in one. I ordered Just Another Injustice/Some Kind of Wonderful only to recieve just Some Kind of Wonderful, This is not good business. I am not happy with Amazon
Thanks Mark.......2005-12-11
Of all the songs of mine that have been recorded, Mark's version of "Isn'T It Amazing" is my all time favorite. It was Mark who convinced me that, althought I had written the song about my daughter Jennifer's birth, the real inspiration of the song was God himself. His comment made me go back and look at the lyrics I had written. He was right.
I have recieved scores of moving letters with regard to this song, thanks to Mark's rendition. As a matter of fact, Im singing it live in church in Colorado Springs this Sunday.
The power of a song..the strength of a talent like Mark's..
This is what music is truly all about. Thank's for the ride, Mark. It truly is "amazing."
John Beland
Manitou Springs Colorado
12/10/05
Mark's message measure's up !!.......2003-03-22
I have seen Mark Farner perform with Grand Funk Railroad on two ocassions.He is a bundle of energy and enthusiam.And with his solo album's Just Another Injustice and Some Kind Of Wonderful you will receive even more of Mark Farner.The Mark Farner with the power of God on his side.His vocals are full of strength,conviction and spirit. Just Another Injustice features a fine group of musicians plus the added benefit of Phil Keggy on lead guitar.Song favorites include "Airborne Ranger" a solid straight ahead rock n roller." Judgement Day Blues " True blues at its best." Isn't It Amazing " a beautiful song about the amazing power of prayer.Nice piano/keyboard arrangements!" Give Me The Works " a sentimental ballad which is written and centered around the acoustic guitar." Workin For The Winner " and " Just Another Injustice " both 80's style rockers.The ending song " Only You " shows Mark's song writing skills,a wonderful pop classic that in my opinion would do well on christain radio.My one complaint with this album is the electronic programmed drum mix.Real drums by a real live drummer would have added so much more texture/creativity. Some Kind Of Wonderful is the second offering on this compilation CD. This is the better of the two.What makes this better first and foremost is the use of a real drummer.Listen and you shall hear the difference.It also features superb bass guitar,Various back up vocals,excellent lead guitars and as usual Mark's powerful vocals.Favorite songs include " Love From Above " a funk rock explosion,with slap funk style bass playing,funky rythym guitar,funky funk rock drumming,sax solo's and hammond B3 organ sounds. " Some Kind Of Wonderful " A Great rendition reissue of the Grand Funk Classic.True to the original with some word changes giving us the message of a greater love. " Without You " A Powerful inspiring ballad.Mark really sings from his soul!! with heartfelt emotion and sense of purpose. " With Me Anywhere " his love is contagious in this one.His belief's shine through.Mark has written a wonderfully scripted christain rock ballad.My final thoughts: The music can be appreciated by all who listen but the christain message contained within can only be appreciated by those who choose to beleive.Whether or not,there is some Great music to be heard if you just keep an open mind.Two albums for the price of one.A Great musical bargain with some Great music.You can't go wrong." Enjoy "
Mark Farner (Just another injustice).......2002-09-04
This is a great set of songs which include: 1)Airbourne Ranger, (2) Judgement day blues, (3) Is'nt it amazing, (3) Come to Jesus, (4)Give me the works, (5) An emotional look at love, (6) Workin' for the winner, (6) Just another injustice, (7) The writing on the wall, (7) Only you
FARNER'S BEST SOLO EFFORT.......2000-10-10
This is by far and away Mark Farner's best work to date. Grand Funk fans sould enjoy this CD. You do not have to be a fan of CCM to enjoy this CD. Mark Farner's voice is as strong as ever, his message is just a little changed.Buy it!! Enjoy it!! Good Stuff!!
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Some Kind of Wonderful
Mark Farner
Manufacturer: Spring Arbor Distrib
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Release Date: 1991-07-05 |
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Some Kind of Wonderful
Steve Marriott & the Official Receivers
Manufacturer: Darlings of Wapping
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- Some Kind of Wonderful [*]
- Don't Lie to Me [*]
- Mother in Law [*]
- All or Nothing [*]
- I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) [*]
- Never Loved a Woman [*]
- Whatcha Gonna Do About It [*]
- Fool for a Pretty Face [*]
- Five Long Years [*]
- Tin Soldier [*]
- Run Rudolph Run [*]
- Walking the Dog [*]
- Swinging Radio Interview with Steve Marriott 1988 [*]
Album Description
Two CD set compiled by Marriot's official fan club featuring two complete and very rare live performances from his short lived band The Official Receivers. Disc One was recorded live at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1987 while Disc Two was recorded at the Park Hotel Tynemouth that same year. Taken from the original master tapes, these shows feature Marriot covering all aspects of his career including classic Small Faces tracks like 'Tin Soldier', 'All Or Nothing and 'Whatcha Gonna Do About It'. Also included is a very rare interview with Steve from 1988. Wapping Warf. 2006.
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The Official Release of Two Very Rare Live Performances from the Short Lived Official Receivers, featuring the Former Small Faces/Humble Pie Frontman. Snippets were Broadcast on the Radio at the Timea Nd this Set Brings You the the Complete Show from the Master Reels. Includes Three Fantastic Versions of Small Faces Classic Hits "Whatcha Gonna Do About It", "Tin Soldier" and "All Or Nothing". Also Includes is a Very Rare Interview with Marriott from 1988.
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He's Some Kind of Wonderful
Manufacturer: Roger Grenier
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ASIN: B0009VLNMO |
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Stories in song...songs that come from the heart and offered to the Lord.
Tracks include:
1. How Sweet It Is;
2. Some Kind of Wonderful;
3. The Great Adventure;
4. How Excellent Is Thy Name;
5. Bridge Over Troubled Water;
6. The Prayer;
7. New Lives For Old;
8. Autumn Moon;
9. I Was Glad;
10. Now That I Found You
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Some Kind of Wonderful
The Drifters
Manufacturer: Acrobat Music and Media LTD
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Some Kind Of Wonderful
The Drifters
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Some Kind Of Wonderful
Huey Lewis & The News
Manufacturer: Elektra
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