Juppanese [Import]

juppanese [import]

Track Listings
1. Making Friends
2. Short List
3. Old Rock 'n' Roller
4. School
5. If Only Mother
6. Down in Old New Orleans
7. You'll Never Get Me Up in One of Those
8. Pilot
9. S.P.Y.
10. Ballad of Billy Bonney
11. Partir C'est Mourir un Peu
12. Brother Doctor, Sister Nurse
13. Don't Talk to Me [*]
14. Junk in My Trunk [*]
15. Nature's Radio [*]
16. You Made a Fool Out of Me [*]
17. Be Stiff [*]

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
From 1978, Produced by Dave Edmunds with Five Bonus Tracks. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Juppanese,Mickey Jupp,Line Records,England,New Wave,Pub Rock,Rock,Rock & Roll,Rock/Pop

Juppanese [Import]
Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Vol. 2
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Amazing!
  • More great music by Yoko Kano
  • Most Beautiful and Amazing
  • I Need Stand Alone Complex OST 3
  • Toccante
 Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Vol. 2
Yoko Kanno
Manufacturer: Bandai
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0009KQOUQ
Release Date: 2005-08-23

Tracks:

  1. Cyberbird
  2. Rise
  3. Ride on Technology
  4. Idoling
  5. I Can't Be Cool
  6. 3Tops
  7. Gonna Rice
  8. Get9 - Jillmax, Yoko Kanno
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  11. What's It For
  12. Living Inside the Shell
  13. Pet Food
  14. Security Off
  15. To Tell the Truth
  16. I Do
  17. We Can't Be Cool

Description

From the popular series, "Ghost in the Shell: A Stand Alone Complex" arrives the original scores from the 2nd Season. Renowned composer, Yoko Kanno once again blends a magnificent array of stylish jazz, bouncing techno, thunderous rock and smooth ballads that only she can accomplish. 17 breathtaking tracks from the hit T.V. series aired on Cartoon Network. Song lyrics included in the CD insert. Genre Anime-CD Sountrack

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Amazing!.......2007-05-21

I don't drive anywhere without this album in my car. Yoko Kanno has taken her place at the top of my list of favorite composers. Her versatility blows me away. This soundtrack contains a great mixture of music types that stands well on its own besides working so well into the fabric of Ghost in the Shell: SAC. I have to say that the show just wouldn't be as good without her contributions.

5 out of 5 stars More great music by Yoko Kano.......2007-02-12

More great music by Yoko Kano. I think this was even better that the 1st volume.

5 out of 5 stars Most Beautiful and Amazing.......2007-02-08

Another soundtrack by yoko kanno and beautiful doesn't do it justice. I have several favorites from the score but to really know how amazing and joyous it is, it should be heard. I don't think words can describe it.

5 out of 5 stars I Need Stand Alone Complex OST 3.......2006-11-12

Okay, I thought the first OST was amazing so I assumed OST 2 would let me down. Boy was I wrong! Not only do you get full versions of Rise and Get 9, but you are also gifted with two tracks sung by Ilaria Graziano (I Can't Be Cool and I Do).

But let me back up a bit. I knew I would love this OST more than the first one when I slipped it into the CD player in my car and Cyberbird almost ruptured my eardrums. Unbeknownst to me, the volume was up too high and I didn't turn it down until a cop looked at me funny. I think he liked what he heard but was afraid to admit it.

There are seventeen tracks. Each one is different. From techno to electronica to jazz to pop to funk to a lovely ballad titled I Do. There's a little bit of everything, which is just the way I like my music. If you own Vol. 1 you should add this one to your collection.

Amazon - Is there any chance you'll be selling Vol. 3? Pretty please?

5 out of 5 stars Toccante.......2006-11-03

È assolutamente incredibile come l'autore di questa colonna sonora sia riuscito a dare vita a generi così diversi l'uno dall'altro, in grado di emettere, ad ogni brano, sensazioni forti e ogni volta nuove. Molto interessante, come per il primo CD, che si sia fatto uso di non solo inglese, ma anche altre lingue, ognuna in grado di dare un timbro del tutto particolare ad ogni pezzo. Degno di nota e del tutto inaspettato il risultato ottenuto con la miscela di italiano ed inglese di "I can't be cool".
Un solo giudizio: da comprare subito, sia per gli amanti delle colonne sonore che non.
Dinner Classics: The Japanese Album
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Perfect background
  • Super-relaxing
  • One of the Best Japanese Music Album's I've found
  • Softener for the ears...
  • Beautiful and Relaxing!
 Dinner Classics: The Japanese Album

Manufacturer: Sony
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ASIN: B0000026XT
Release Date: 1990-05-17

Tracks:

  1. Sakura, Sakura
  2. Chin-Chin-Chidori
  3. Yamanakabushi
  4. Toryanse (Children's Song)
  5. Chidori No Kyoku
  6. Defune
  7. Oharabushi
  8. Shimabara No Komoriuta
  9. Imayoh
  10. Imayo
  11. Chugoko-Chino-No-Komoriuta
  12. Jogashima No Ame
  13. Haru No Umi
  14. Sakura, Sakura

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Perfect background.......2007-04-02

Not only does the music appeal to dinner, but just sitting and reading or doing a crossword puzzle it allows your mind to relax, just enjoy! All the tracks are pleasant.

4 out of 5 stars Super-relaxing.......2007-03-05

A very good introduction to koto music and a lot less cheesy than the concept would suggest. The first track is by far the best.

5 out of 5 stars One of the Best Japanese Music Album's I've found.......2006-11-04

Beautiful selection of Japanese music. Very calming and soothing music. Mainly slow, but does include some quicker pieces of music. Great variety of instruments used such as flute, violin and harpsichord. CD also includes recipe for a Japanese dinner. Great background music for a dinner party. If you like the Soundtrack to Memoirs of a Geisha, you'll enjoy this.

2 out of 5 stars Softener for the ears..........2006-08-26

I am not satisfied with this version of traditional Japanese music at all. In my opinion traditional Japanese music is much more impressive and intense when played on original Japanese instruments. The best example is "Sakura, sakura", one of the most famous Japanese songs. When it is played on Koto and Shakuhachi (Japanese flute) instead of transverse flute it has a different feel and much better quality of expression.

The whole CD is like a softener for an audience which might not be used to a non western sound. At the same time it will get a wrong idea about what Japanese music is and will miss its real quality.

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful and Relaxing!.......2005-07-29

A gentle sample of fine, traditional Japanese music at its best. Highly recommended for the novice - "1st timer" - as well as those of more cultured taste. Hauntingly beautiful.
Lullaby For The Moon : Japanese Music For Koto And Shakuhachi
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A Nice Introduction
  • THIS IS "NEO-TRADITIONAL" JAPANESE AT ITS BEST
  • Lullaby Review
  • Great for relaxation and meditation
  • Wonderful CD
 Lullaby For The Moon : Japanese Music For Koto And Shakuhachi
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Blue Note Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000005HA7
Release Date: 1998-02-10

Tracks:

  1. Komoriuta: Lullaby (Variations)-Hazan Yamamoto, Utazumi Kunishige
  2. Toge-Hachi-Ri: Eight Miles through a Mountain Pass-Tozan Tanno, Tozan Hara
  3. Kuon No Hikari: Eternal Lights - Hozan Yamamoto, Utazumi Kunishige
  4. Umi: Sea Fantasy - Tozan Hara, Soyo Nakamura, Reiko Nakamura, Miyoshi Hoshida
  5. Muttsu: Six Fragments For Koto (Variations) - Osamu Shimizu, Keiko Matsuo
  6. Sakura: Cherry Blossoms (Trio On A Theme By Sajura) - Kozan Kitahara, Shizuo Aoki
  7. Kojo: Moonlight On A Ruined Castle (Variations On A Theme) - Kozan Kitahara, Shizuo
  8. Chidori: The Ploughman's Song - Shinzo Miya

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Nice Introduction.......2006-03-23

I purchased this CD in order to find music for a play production set in Japan, and this turned out to be a major source for us. Very pretty and, for a listener unused to Japanese music, perhaps a good entry level disc to purchase as an introduction.

5 out of 5 stars THIS IS "NEO-TRADITIONAL" JAPANESE AT ITS BEST.......2004-04-12

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These songs are "neo-traditional" in that they make use of traditional Japanese instruments along with some that are modern. Occasional electronic sound effects and ones recorded from nature are also used. As has been mentioned in other reviews here, this CD is lacking in true Japanese "traditional" songs. But, there is nothing wrong with that. I don't see the reason for the confusion as nowhere does the album claim to be traditional Japanese. Many of the songs are recent compositions or, as in the case of the beautiful rendition of "Sakura: Cherry Blossoms (Trio on a theme by Sajura)," are modern variations on traditional Japanese themes.

I love traditional Japanese music and have been a listener for quite some time, but many people new to this music may initially like the neo-traditional better because it contains more western structure and complexity and therefore won't provide as stark a contrast to what they've been accustomed to hearing as with true traditional Japanese pieces. If you are looking for Japanese traditional "only" make sure you do some research into the album first. You're always welcome to visit my page by clicking the link on my name above - there you'll find several of my own recommendations for good "traditional only" and/or "neo-traditional" Japanese albums.

These points aside, I think this album is gorgeous. The artists perform spendidly and the music is beautifully meditative. I think the pieces carry on the tradition of the koto and shakuhachi in a noble, though modern, way.

3 out of 5 stars Lullaby Review.......2003-07-13

I bought this CD. I was looking for the CD with Haru No Umi by Michio Miyagi, but this was all I found and picked it.
Frankly, I'm dissapointed at the lack of traditional japanese songs, such as 'Aka Tonbo' or the much beloved 'Haru No Umi', and even 'Kimigayo' and 'Kazoueta'.
I loved the way they did 'Kojou no Tsuki', it sounds haunting as it is supposed to be. I disliked how 'Sakura' was done, as we have sung a better version in my chorus class ;)
However, I thorougly enjoy 'Umi: Sea Fantasy'. It sounds like something that'd be played at a festival. ..and I love the spooky yet sereneness of the shakuhachi in this piece. Overall, the CD is okay, and if you are looking for calm and serene japanese music to listen to or help you fall asleep (i listened to it last night to help me fall asleep), I'd recommend it.

4 out of 5 stars Great for relaxation and meditation.......2003-04-22

We play this CD in our spa. Its great for relaxation, but not rythmic enough for massage. It's great if you like the music in Japanese Restaurants. I personally think its boring, but serves the purpose of relaxation.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful CD.......2003-03-25

This music truly grows on you-the shakuhachi flute used on these recordings are beautiful- and the koto is pretty good as well. This music is very simple, but very soothing as another viewer put it. It is indeed very good meditation music-or just for listening to while cruising the web-whatever. I myself listen to it some days on my car rides to and from work-helps me unwind a bit if the day was particularly stressful! So if you are a fan of Japanese music-this CD is for you! If you are a fan of Brittany Spears-then this CD is REALLY for you-it will be good therapy. Just an attempt at a joke. Take care my friends
Shakuhachi - The Japanese Flute
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Good introduction to Shakuhachi
  • As it says on the package
  • music for meditation, comtemplation and regeneration
  • Shakuhachi - The Japanese Flute
  • Wonderful--peaceful
 Shakuhachi - The Japanese Flute
Kohachiro Miyata
Manufacturer: Nonesuch
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000005IWN
Release Date: 1991-04-17

Tracks:

  1. Honshirabe
  2. Sanya
  3. Tusuru No Sugomori
  4. Shika No Tone
  5. Akita Sugagaki

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Good introduction to Shakuhachi.......2007-05-17

I bought this CD to get a basic idea of the some of the classic sounds of Shakuhachi. I am a beginning player so this was essential to hearing a particular style and capabilities of a master artist.

I'd recommend this to anyone interested in Shakuhachi or if you just want some meditational style music.

5 out of 5 stars As it says on the package.......2007-04-07

For anyone curious about Shakuhachi music, this is a great place to start. Traditionally this is a contemplative music, played alone or with a very small audience, hence it is devoid of crowd pleasing flourishes, allowing the listener to focus in on tiny subtleties. The first couple of tracks feature a longer and deeper sounding shakuhachi, rarely heard but possibly even more hauntingly beautiful than the standard sized instrument.
This was originally released on vinyl from a 1976 recording, so at 34 minutes it's rather a short CD, the recording is excellent, capturing every nuance.

5 out of 5 stars music for meditation, comtemplation and regeneration.......2007-01-17

I first became interested in Japanese music through watching the films of Akira Kurosawa. His movies are as much an auditory as visual experience. He incorporates music from the traditional Japanese Noh theatre into his 'jidaigeki' (period drama) films. It is this music, perhaps more then the scenery which transports you to a different time and age. Noh music is very simple combing flutes and drums. Noh is a very minimalist form of theatre. only a bare minimum for the aesthetic stage and music allows the viewer to focus in on the performer and the drama upon them. By minimizing the art you see more. Shakuhachi takes this minimizing effect further by only presenting flute music and the outcome is inspirational. This music defies explanation, it is very simple yet concurrently extraordinarily complex for it can combine emotion of solitude and contemplation with joy and compassion. I cannot currently recommend any other music which allows one to look deep into oneself and at the same time feel joined with the greater world. Highly recommended for anyone looking for music to relax, meditate, think, and understand the larger world around them.

4 out of 5 stars Shakuhachi - The Japanese Flute.......2007-01-12

This was one of the first Japanese traditional music cds I wanted. If you watch a lot of kung foo movies, you will recognize this sound as it is usually played during a meditation or at the beginning of a fight scene.

This is a great cd if you wanting to relax or it would be great to play during dinner as a subtle background music.

If you are wanting something more upbeat, I highly suggest the "Japanese Taiko" with Joji Hirota.

5 out of 5 stars Wonderful--peaceful.......2006-11-10

I'm no expert on the Japanese flute, but I do know that this is a wonderful CD.
Japanese Melodies for Flute and Harp
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Gorgeous Rampal
  • He must have been a Japanese person in his past life!
  • Music To Soothe Your Soul!
  • great french flutist and great oriental music
  • This does not sound like Japanese flute playing
Japanese Melodies for Flute and Harp
Jean-Pierre Rampal
Manufacturer: Sony
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ASIN: B000002594
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: HARU NO UMI
  2. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: CHUGOKU CHIHO NO KOMORI UTA
  3. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: AKA TOMBO
  4. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: CHIN-CHIN CHIDORI
  5. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: NAMBU USHI OI UTA
  6. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: DEFUNE
  7. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: KONO MICHI
  8. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: HANAYOME NINGYO
  9. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: KOJO NO TSUKI
  10. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: JOGASHIMA NO AME
  11. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: HANA
  12. Japanese Melodies For Flute And Harp: SAKURA

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Gorgeous Rampal.......2007-04-23

Jean-Pierre Rampal, besides being an incredible flute player, was obviously fond of Japanese folk music. He conveys this beauty in these incredible renditions of Japanese melodies that are both breathtaking and beautiful.

I won't deny the fact that it's clear that Rampal is playing on a European style flute. It's very obvious. However, does that stop these tunes from being amazing? Absolutely not. The Western harp doesn't change anything too. The mood is perfect, and Rampal's drastic differences from low notes to high notes (besides being very difficult and executed perfectly) give the music a Japanese feel. Yes, that's a harp, and yes, it's a Western flute, but the result is simply breathtaking. The mood is perfect, the music is beautiful, and the playing is flawless.

It's not played on a Japanese flute, but it's just as beautiful. It's different, lovely, and a wonderful disc to listen to at any time. At this price, it's a DEFINITE buy. Enjoy!

4 out of 5 stars He must have been a Japanese person in his past life!.......2007-04-11

Jean-Pierre Rampal loves traditional Japanese music and it shows in his work.

In a couple of tracks I felt certain notes were not Japanese enough, and that's why I gave it 4. Maybe he meant to play it like that. I don't know.

I don't care what year it was produced in, this music is timeless and relaxing. I play it when I work on my digital art. It's not suitable for everyone, I have to admit, but for those who like world music and instrumental Japanese in particular, they'll appreciate it.

5 out of 5 stars Music To Soothe Your Soul!.......2007-03-21

Having listened to Debussy, Vivaldi and Mozart's Piano Concertos over the last few weeks; I decided to seek out something different for the evening. With the gentle sound of rain against the window tonight, I began to go through my very large musical collection. Not seeking anything in particular, this CD "Japanese Melodies for Flute and Harp" by Rampal dropped into my lap while I was searching for something to play.

Almost as if some unseen hand had quided this CD into my possession. I am now in a state of bliss and relaxation. I decided to write a review of this CD so that others who may not have ever heard of these beautiful sounds may also partake in its enjoyment. I bought this CD several years ago, and have not heard it in a few years. Listening to the delightful music of Rampal's flute and Laskine's harp is sure to put anyone into a state of relaxation.

It is now raining a little harder outside, and these wonderful and delightful selections of Japanese folksongs seem to define the night. I am now listening to 'Sakura', as the CD is nearing its end. However, I will be sure to play it again tonight and hopefully fall asleep to these delightful sounds. There is a music sample here on the amazon site, which although is not as good as your home stereo, is recommended to those who would like to hear these sounds of Japanese folksongs magnificently performed by Rampal and Laskine: I must go now and replay this magnificent CD. Highly recommended. [Stars: 5+]

5 out of 5 stars great french flutist and great oriental music.......2007-03-09

this is the third CD I have bought of Rampal playing japanese music, and I will never get tired of this mix of virtuoso interpretations and fascinating japanese melodies. A must for all those that enjoy the peaceful complexities of oriental music.

1 out of 5 stars This does not sound like Japanese flute playing .......2007-01-20

I listened to the cd. My son played it in the cd player and it sounded like a European type of flute melody. As I viewd the CD I realized the flute palyer is not A Japanese, but a European. I sent it back to Amazon.

You too will hear the difference.

Samurai Champloo Original Soundtrack
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Great Buy love it!
  • Great with the show - not so great on its own
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  • The good musics to the good anime
  • For the true samurai
 Samurai Champloo Original Soundtrack
Original Soundtrack
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ASIN: B000641Z9A
Release Date: 2005-01-11

Tracks:

  1. Battlecry
  2. Ole
  3. Raw Material
  4. Genome
  5. Dry
  6. Death Wish
  7. Vagrancy
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  9. You
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This 21-track CD features three vocal songs, including the intro theme, 'Hemisphere' (performed by voice actress Maaya Sakamoto and produced by Yoko Kanno, one of the hottest anime composers around) and the outro theme, 'Egg of the Dream' sung by Mayumi Hashimoto and Ichiko Hashimoto.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great Buy love it!.......2007-03-02

I love the Samurai type music, absolutly love it, i am a beat freak as they call it and this is the best yet!

3 out of 5 stars Great with the show - not so great on its own.......2006-11-06

Most of the tracks on this CD make pretty pointless listening outside of the context of the actual show. The songs that play over the opening and ending credits ("Battlecry" and "Song of the Seasons" respectively) are pretty catchy, and that's why I bought the CD, but the rest of the tracks feel like filler drum loops in comparison.

4 out of 5 stars Great set list........2006-08-21

I've been a fan of Samurai Champloo for a while now, so I kinda knew what to expect from the soundtrack. It's great to hear the full length songs, when on the show, you only get a 10- 15 sec. snippet. I do live sound in a Jazz club, and play the soundtrack during set breaks, and all the time people are asking me what I'm playing. If you like "chill out" or downtempo I would highly recommend it.

5 out of 5 stars The good musics to the good anime.......2006-07-13

Well, what else! If you like Samurai Champloo on TV, it's also thx to the music! And when you'll listen to the soundtrack, you'll remember the fun to have seen SC, and it's really nice to remember...

5 out of 5 stars For the true samurai.......2006-05-02

Wow, this is album is wonderful. I got hooked on to the cd when I first heard " Battle Cry". Everything else is great well produced album if you love hiphop, soul, and r&b. I also recommend picking up Samurai Champloo: Impression.
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Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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Tracks:

  1. ...off by Heart
  2. Like Knives
  3. Hello, I'm in Delaware
  4. Save Your Scissors
  5. In the Water I Am Beautiful
  6. Day Old Hate
  7. Sam Malone
  8. Comin' Home
  9. Casey's Song
  10. Sometimes (I Wish)

Album Details

Main Songwriter in Alexisonfire, Dallas Green, Demonstrates his Wide Talent by Producing an Ear Catching Debut Solo Album.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great Music.......2007-05-11

I really love this CD. I even bought another copy for a friend.

5 out of 5 stars "Your words are like knives.....they peel my skin and pierce my soul....".......2006-10-26

Canadian singer/songwriter/guitarist Dallas Green recently made the wise decision to, on a bit of downtime from his musical priority Alexisonfire, release a solo album. None of this is new material, however. Dallas, being a gifted songwriter, simply picked his 10 favorite previously unreleased songs straight out of his closet. And the results are superb. The name of the artist is Dallas Green but he calls himself "City and Colour", supposedly not intentionally after his name(City/Dallas, Colour/Green). City and Colour is definitely oriented towards the female crowd, with it's emotionally sentimental acoustic sound and Green's pretty vocal stylings. However, if you're anything like me, you'll be right at home with Sometimes.

The majority of Sometimes is driven by Dallas's singing and acoustic guitar, although once in a while you'll hear a piano or violin. This is such a contrast to Alexisonfire(Green's main project), which is a heavy darker sounding screamer/metal hybrid. But it's for the better, because here we see what Green is capable of once left on his own.

The first track off of Sometimes is a short, albeit obscure song called "Off By Heart". Running at just under 2 minutes, I imagine it was just thrown on to create heft. Although it ended up being one of the better songs on the record, and also a good showcase of Dallas's singing abilities. Following immediately after is "Like Knives", arguably the best track on the disc. It has a beautiful soul to it, with an emotional yet at times reserved vocal, ultimately ending in an emotionally charged cry for a lost love.

"Hello, I'm in Deleware" is the third track on Sometimes, opening with an infectious "can't-get-it-out-of-your-head" acoustic melody that really shows off Green's prowess. Again this is more of the emotionally driven lyricism that dominates City and Colour's debut. The next song, "Save Your Scissors" was actually the first single off of the album(combined there are now two), a number one hit on MuchMusic here in Canada, it has an insanely catchy chorus and once again displays Dallas Green's vocals.

There is one song I could have done without, "In the Water, I am Beautiful", which I find sort of annoying and lyrically cheesy. Probably his weakest lyrics on Sometimes. Other than that the rest of the songs range from good to fantastic. "Day Old Hate" is definitely a contendor for best song off the album. Again another amazing lyrical outpouring of emotion and melody. It's a slow burn, at about 6:44, but it's definitely one of my favorite songs, about as good as "Like Knives", another beautifully written/arranged song.

I debated with myself over whether Sometimes was worthy of 5 stars or not, but after having listened to Sometimes at least 30 or so times, I can safely say that I think it's worth 5 stars. Even if a few of the tracks aren't as inspired as the rest of the album.

City and Colour's future is unknown at this point, but going based off of what Dallas Green has said concerning his music career, it sounds like this was just a product resulting from a back catalogue of previously written material and some downtime from what he holds most important right now, Alexisonfire. I can only hope that he will write some more songs and maybe throw in a few more from his back catalogue, because this album is touching, and I will forever consider it a sentimental treasure.

5 out of 5 stars City and Colour, excellent album.......2006-10-09

Dallas Greens work in Alexisonfire has always been their saving grace. The guy can write a guitar riff and vocal hook like it's nobody's buisness and his clean, crystalline voice is not all too dissimilar from Thom Yorke on this album, but with much more power and less of the despair Thom litters about, almost too much these days.

Sometimes is a personal, acoustic foray that is just a well-written, well-played 46 minutes. Highly remniscent of singer-songwriters from the 70's, Sometimes has a largely classic and timeless feel while still incorporating some modern emo elements.

While most band members solo projects end up being a mess, drastically different than their bands material to the point it feels forced, and overall just not very good, City and Colour succeeds heads and shoulders above the rest.

If you're a fan of Alexisonfire, or a fan of acoustic outings, or hell just a fan of a well-written album, be sure to check this out.

5 out of 5 stars My boyfriend hates it. I love it........2006-10-09

I've always been a vague fan of Alexisonfire, and my favourite thing about the band is Dallas Green's voice. There's an interesting kind of clarity to his timbre, and a kind of barely-repressed emotional bite. It was a cool combination for the frontman of a band like Alexisonfire, but in this moody, guy-with-guitar setting it's displayed perfectly.

The album plays like a love letter to a single person, with references to time and distance throughout. It sounds heartbreakingly sincere, painful and comforting all at once. It's got a wonderful, moody atmosphere and a lyrical feeling that sounds unforced and natural. I'm officially addicted.

5 out of 5 stars Great stuff from Dallas Green singer from Alexisonfire.......2006-07-31

Again Great stuff from Dallas Green singer from Alexisonfire. Which contrary to the last post Alexisonfire has not disbanded but low and behold will be releasing a new album next month called crisis. I have heard it and it is the best album yet. Check it out people if you like Dallas Green you cannot help but like Alexisonfire.
Kingdom Hearts, Vol. 2
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Amazon Needs To Have 6 Stars Available
  • Good CD.
  • Almost Perfect!!!!
  • Please make this Clear that this is in Japanese NOT english
  • Really captures the feel of the game nicely
 Kingdom Hearts, Vol. 2
Original Soundtrack
Manufacturer: Toshiba EMI Japan
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000BRWJ9C
Release Date: 2006-01-09

Tracks:

  1. Dearly Beloved
  2. Passion
  3. Passion (Opening Version)
  4. Lazy Afternoons
  5. Sinister Sundown
  6. Escapade
  7. Dive Into The Heart
  8. Fragments Of Sorrow
  9. Tension Rising
  10. Kairi
  11. Missing You
  12. 13th Struggle
  13. Roxas
  14. Sora
  15. Afternoon Streets
  16. Working Together
  17. Friends In My Heart
  18. Magical Mystery
  19. A Twinkle In The Sky
  20. Reviving Hollow Bastion
  21. Scherzo Di Notte
  22. Laughter And Merriment
  23. Desire Fo All That Is Lost
  24. Organization Xiii
  25. Gearing Up
  26. Shipmelster's Shanty
  27. Blast Off!
  28. Asteroid Attack
  29. Crossing The Finish Line
  30. Waltz Of The Damned
  31. Dance Of The Daring
  32. Hesitation
  33. Dance To The Death
  34. Beauty And The Beast
  35. Home Of Dragons
  36. Fields Of Honor
  37. Apprehension
  38. Vim And Vigor
  39. Cloudchasers
  40. Olympus Coliseum
  41. Underworld
  42. What Lies Beneath
  43. Villains Of A Sort
  44. Rowdy Rumble
  45. Mickey Mouse Club March
  46. A Walk In Andante
  47. Monochrome Dreams
  48. Old Friends, Old Rivals
  49. Floating In Bliss
  50. Winnie The Pooh
  51. Bounce-O-Rama (Speed Up Ver.)

Album Description

Japanese pressing includes a bonus DVD (NTSC/Region 2) packaged in a miniature LP sleeve. Toshiba. 2005.

Album Details

The Game Music Soundtrack from Disney's Hit "Kingdom Hearts" Game is Collected on Disc 1. Disc Two Includes Game Music from Other Disney Games.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Amazon Needs To Have 6 Stars Available.......2007-07-06

This soundtrack was worth every single penny I spent on it and possibly more. It's very different from the first soundtrack which I was relieved to find out. It has more trumpets and drums which makes the CD sound more like a loud celebration. I had to get used to it. Passion is a good example. More guitars and everything. Love it, love it, love it

5 out of 5 stars Good CD........2007-05-14

I love the music on this CD, as well as the music on the KH 1 soundtrack,
yet I believe the music in KH 2 has an edge over KH 1 because:
1. It has a lot more songs, even One-Winged Angel, whitch the KH 1 soundtrack lacks.
2. The music has more emotion in it. You can tell by the sound of almost every instrument that the song conveys something significant.
3. None of the songs annoy me(That means you, KH1 Gummy ship theme!)
4. And, most importantly, these songs take me to exactly where they are played. When Sacred Moon plays, I'm in TWTNW. When Desire For All That is Lost plays, I'm in the 1 fight that song is in.
5. Also, I'm glad its in Japanese, so I can't understand Passion. (Yay!)

I have one complaint though, why do the songs only play once, then stop?
On the KH1 soundtrack, the song repeats before it ends, making the song's last twice as long. Here, they just go once and thats it. Oh well, thats what the Repeat button is for.
Overall, this CD has allowed me to enjoy the music from one if the greatest games I've every heard whenever I want, so I award it the maximum rating of 5 stars. I hope KH3's music is as good (Or better) as this was.

4 out of 5 stars Almost Perfect!!!!.......2007-04-04

The CD has everything. From the tracks from every part of the game to the Songs Passion and Passion(after the battle). The only thing that I would say disappointed me was that it didn't have the english tracks Passion and Atlantica Songs. Far from that its an awesome buy.

5 out of 5 stars Please make this Clear that this is in Japanese NOT english.......2007-01-09

I'm a pretty advide fan of the Kingdom Hearts Series but I was a little dissapointed when I recieved this and found that it was the Japanese Lyrics not the English version. I will still listen to it since most of the CD is instrumental, but I was really looking forward to hearing "Passion - Opening Version" in english just as I heard it on the PS2 format.

5 out of 5 stars Really captures the feel of the game nicely.......2006-11-17

Well, I specifically bought this for Hikaru Utada's "Passion", although I would have liked the English version, but I like Jpop so it's just as good.
In fact, it really grew on me.
Yeah, the rest of the music is ripped right from the game and it's good too.
So, there you have it.
Stacked Rubbish Special Edition
Average customer rating: Not rated
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    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000PMGTVC
    Release Date: 2007-07-10

    Album Description

    Japanese 2007 full-length album from the GazettE includes four tracks from their three previously released singles plus nine all-new tracks. This limited edition includes bonus DVD containing two music videos, deluxe booklet, and sleeve case. King. 2007.
    Yoshida Brothers, Vol. 2
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Tsugaru Shamisen the way it's supposed to be
    • Brilliant
    • A new generation of music
    • Very Unfortunate...
    • Yoshida Kyodai - their second album in US
    		 Yoshida Brothers, Vol. 2
    Yoshida Brothers
    Manufacturer: Domo Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0002RQ302
    Release Date: 2004-09-14

    Tracks:

    1. Frontier
    2. Gales of Wind (Hayate)
    3. Mirage (Shinkiro)
    4. Lullably of Takeda (Takeda no Komoriuta)
    5. Kodo
    6. Indigo
    7. Kagero
    8. Evening Calm (Yuunagi)
    9. Nikata
    10. Old/New - "Modern" Third Movement
    11. Arigato
    12. Kodo - Inside the Sun Remix

    Album Description

    The Yoshida Brothers' star continues to rise with their highly anticipated album, Yoshida Brothers II. Mixing traditional Japanese music with Western influences, their brash, signature sound incorporates jazz-like improvisation, pop-rock sensibilities, and disparate global music idioms into their virtuoso shamisen mastery. The Brothers play the age-old Tsugaru shamisen - an instrument akin to a rustic three-string banjo. The framework of the Yoshida Brothers' art may be traditional, but its essence and spirit are revolutionary!

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Tsugaru Shamisen the way it's supposed to be.......2007-04-07

    *THIS* album defines tsugaru shamisen. If someone asks you about Japanese music and mentions the shamisen, give them this album, especially the track Kodo (and the remixed track). They capture the essence and vibrancy of tsugaru shamisen and take it to a modern level. They are great shamisen players in their own right, but the modern twist adds a great flavor to a Japanese (excuse me, Ainu or Tsugaru) musical style.

    5 out of 5 stars Brilliant.......2007-02-11

    For those who are familiar with the sound and music of the Shamisen instrument, you will be blown away by this album if you enjoy giant leaps in musical creativity. Like playing rock and roll on a Harpsichord, these two brothers take their Shamisens, instruments created hundreds, if not, thousands of years ago, and play various genres of modern music with them. Some musical genres lend themselves better to the Shamisen than others but the experimentation is both appreciated and brilliant. The tract, "Kodo" is played with a Break Beat and is nothing short of genius. These two brothers have introduced the Shamisen to a whole new generation of young Japanese fans and I hope to the World. I can't wait to get to Japan to go to one of their concerts and hope I can see them even sooner in the States. Brilliant!

    5 out of 5 stars A new generation of music.......2005-03-06

    Many have complained that this is not traditional music of this type. Yes, it is quite different because it is a blend with modern instruments and melodies that make it a project of our times today. I love the creative input into each of the tracts and the overall creativity of the artists. I would not call this new age music but post-modern music with a traditional "twist". The brothers are quite young, so be prepared to hear from them for many more years!

    1 out of 5 stars Very Unfortunate..........2004-10-03

    I am a big fan of the shamisen, and picked up this CD assuming that, since I had heard so much about the Yoshida Brothers as virtuosos of their instrument, that it would be packed full of the breathtaking, high-speed music that is usually associated with Tsugaru-jamisen. (the type of shamisen the Yoshida's play)

    Unfortunately, I was sorely disappointed. Kodo is really the only good track on the CD. The rest is over-processed, horrid new-age stuff. I find it very unfortunate, that for some reason the beauty of this very Japanese instrument has been presented in every way (an Arabian style track, a Spanish flamenco style track, a Chinese track) OTHER than it's original context. I just feel like if I wanted to listen to flamenco music, I would buy a flamenco CD, not a shamisen CD.

    Other than that, the Yoshida's are very technically talented, something I have to admit.

    5 out of 5 stars Yoshida Kyodai - their second album in US.......2004-09-14

    Well, actually this album is a compilation of two CDs released in Japan - Renaissance (2004) and Frontier (2003). I heard both, and I must tell you that this US version contains the best of the best of these two Tsugaru Shamisen virtuosos.

    There are 11 original compositions, one remix and a music video of Nikata.

    Frontier is a beautiful breathtaking New-Age theme for strings and percussion, featuring background vocal.

    Gales of Wind, Mirage and Nikata are disco/pop compositions. They are very energetic, bright and shining, featuring professional guitar and drums arrangements. By the way, don't forget to check the music video of Nikata, which is also included in this CD.

    Lullaby of Takeda, Evening Calm and Arigato are New Age relaxing beautiful themes arranged for uillean pipe, strings, piano, guitar and many other instruments.

    Indigo is a Jazz theme featuring drums, bass, saxophone and keyboards.

    Kagero sounds like flamenco. You'll hear guitar, palma, tabla, percussion, bass and violin.

    Kodo and Old/New - are solo Shamisen themes.

    CD is furnished with an 8-page colour booklet. MP3 samples for all 12 tracks are available on the web-site of Domo Records.

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