Mr. Natural [Import]

mr. natural [import]

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Product Description
Japanese reissue of 1974 album from one of the most successful brother acts in popular music. Universal. 2004.

Mr. Natural,Bee Gees,Rock/Pop

Mr. Natural [Import]

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Skull's Review Of Mr.Natural Album
#198???????? WTF!!!!!!
One of two buried treasures from the Brothers Gibbs
Voices, Anyone?
BARRY ROBIN MAURICE ARE GREAT SINGERS & SONGWRITERS

Mr. Natural
The Bee Gees
Manufacturer: Polydor / Umgd
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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One

ASIN: B000001FNK
Release Date: 1992-05-05

Tracks:

Charade
Throw A Penny
Down The Road
Voices
Give A Hand, Take A Hand
Dogs
Mr. Natural
Lost In Your Love
I Can't Let You Go
Heavy Breathing
Had A Lot Of Love Last Night

Customer Reviews:

Skull's Review Of Mr.Natural Album.......2006-12-07

I can't believe that the single "Mr.Natural" wasen't a # 1 smash, It should have also been on the live double album.It's so catchy I find myself playing it over and over.I downloaded it to my Ipod.The whole album is fine,The more you play it,The more you love it.It's also very hard to get.So far Warner / Reprise hasen't reissued it yet.You have to search to find an original Polydor issued Cd.
BUY IT! You'll be glad you did.
Skull

#198???????? WTF!!!!!!.......2006-04-30

This album was a total flop from the bee gees "transition period" around 1974. It truely is a pity that the album will never be appreciated by more people..........then again i don't care cuz i have the album and love it!! All the songs are great......check out Charade, Dogs, Throw A Penny, Mr. Natural........hell, check 'em all out.......Barry, Maurice, Robin, I salute thee!!!!!!!

One of two buried treasures from the Brothers Gibbs.......2005-12-28

There has been 2 albums in the past by the Bee Gees that were respectively their better recordings without producing one hit. 1st of which is "Life In A Tin Can" and this Masterpiece "Mr. Natural". Released back around 1974 this gem really test the wide range of talent that only the Bee Gees could produce. With "Charade" being their soft rock type song to the rockin' "Down The Road" Which appeared on their "Bee Gees Live" CD. Mr. Natural is a welcome part of any diehard fan of the Bee Gees collection.

Voices, Anyone?.......2005-02-23

They never did really disappear, they just sort of faded away for a while. When they decided to make a comeback, they enlisted Arif Marden as producer and never looked back. 'Charade' is a lush ballad with sultry clarinet embellishment, and is the perfect opener. From then on, it's a brilliant procession of strength-to-strength songwriting and production. I mean really - - not a clinker in sight (except maybe 'Give A Hand, Take A Hand' which is as smarmy as its title). To say the Bee Gees were feeling reinvigorated is an understatement. There were no hits from MR NATURAL but as everyone knows, that would change with the next album, MAIN COURSE. Too bad, because MR NATURAL's better: edgier, more experimental, and with better songs. 'Voices' is one of the best things these guys ever did, with a gorgeous melody and a primaly irresistable chorus with lots of mellotron from Maurice; the alternating verse/chorus vocals between Robin and Barry is ingenious. The title track is a (Philadelphia) soulful ballad with yet another irresistable chorus. And who could forget the closer, 'Had A Lot Of Love Last Night'? Not me, buddy. No, if you want to see what's so great about the Bee Gees, you could start here and work your way around. The have a massive catalogue that never ceases to amaze, and this is one more.

BARRY ROBIN MAURICE ARE GREAT SINGERS & SONGWRITERS.......2004-11-05

BARRY ROBIN MAURICE ARE GREAT SINGERS & SONGWRITERS THIS ALBUM IS GREAT I LIKE THE WHOLE ALBUM MY FAVORITE SONG ON THERE IS CHARADE BARRY & ROBIN VOICES ARE GREAT TOGETHER!

I GIVE THIS ALBUM A 5 STARS!

FROM A BIG BEE GEES FAN KIRSTEN

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An opera that deserves consideration by a major company
Soaring majesty!
a favorite opera with an old and inconsistent performance

Robert Ward: The Crucible

Manufacturer: Albany Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000049L5
Release Date: 2006-10-24

Tracks:

Act l: Beginning - Gloria Wynder/Joyce Ebert/Patricia Brooks/Naomi Farr/Paul Ukena/Maurice Stern
Act l: 'Gently, Sirs, Gently' - Eunice Alberts/Paul Ukena/Chester Ludgin/Maurice Stern/Spiro Malas/Joyce Ebert
Act l: 'Jesus, My Consolation' - Eunice Alberts/Paul Ukena/Chester Ludgin/Maurice Stern/Joyce Ebert/Patricia Brooks
Act l: 'For Much In the World' - Joyce Ebert.John Macurdy/Naomi Farr/Eunice Alberts/Patricia Brooks/Gloria Wynder/Spiro Malas...
Act l: 'Oh, How Many Times Mr. Parris' - Gloria Wynder/Naomi Farr/John Macurdy
Act l: 'Jesus, My Consolation' - Gloria Wynder/Naomi Farr/John Macurdy/Patricia Brooks
Act II: Beginning - Frances Bible/Chester Ludgin
Act II: 'I've Forgotten Abigail' - Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible
Act II: 'But, Oh, The Dreams' - Frances Bible/Chester Ludgin/Nancy Foster
Act II: 'For Sarah Good Confessed' - Nancy Foster/Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible/John Macurdy/Richard Krause
Act II: 'You Will Go To That Court' - Chester Ludgin/Nancy Foster

Tracks:

Act III: Beginning - Patricia Brooks/Chester Ludgin
Act III: In The Courtroom - Richard Krause
Act III: 'Open Thou, My Lips, O Lord' - Jack DeLon/Richard Krause/Paul Ukena/Maurice Stern/Joyce Ebert
Act III: 'These Girls Never Saw A Spirit' - Chester Ludgin/Joyce Ebert/Paul Ukena/Nancy Foster/Patricia Brooks/Jack DeLon/New York City Opr...
Act III: 'No, No, It Is A Natural Lie To Tell' - John Macurdy/Jack DeLon/Patricia Brooks/Nancy Foster
Act IV: Beginning - Gloria Wynder//Richard Krause/Patricia Brooks
Act IV: 'But Sir, You Stir Rebellion' - John Macurdy/Jack DeLon/Joyce Ebert/Frances Bible
Act IV: 'What Word Of The Children - Chester Ludgin/Frances Bible/John Macurdy/Joyce Ebert/Paul Ukena/Jack DeLon/Eunice Alberts
Act IV: 'God Does Not Need My Name' - Chester Ludgin/Jack DeLon/Joyce Ebert/John MacurdyEurnice Alberts/Frances Bible.

Customer Reviews:

An opera that deserves consideration by a major company.......2003-10-04

I became familiar with this recording of the "The Crucible" back in the 60's when it was available on the old CRI label. It was an exciting piece then and it remains one now. It has been a puzzle to me why such an opera has not been taken up and presented regularly by major companies. The music is appealing--and frequently more than that; the drama is potent and never fails to captivate; it offers wonderful opportunites to a cast of singing actors. So what's the problem?! Granted some of the liberties taken with the Arthur Miller text render certain moments dramatically unclear and the Gershwinesque strains that accompany the slave Tituba's character are certainly a mistake. Still, the work as a whole is an exciting one. Hightlights abound, with the whole of the last act being especially moving.

This is still the only recording available and, overall, it is excellent. The leads perfectly embody the roles of John and Elizabeth Proctor, while the balance of the cast, a few vocal duds notwithstanding, competently fill in the many character roles.

The CD sound is very good and far superior to my old vinyl disks.

If you've never heard "The Crucible," give this recording a chance. It is well worth your time.

Soaring majesty!.......2001-12-19

This performance is a gem. Just the soaring majesty of Frances Bible is well worth the experience. What a sadly underrated artist. The final duet with Bible and Ludgin is a lesson in passionate, searing drama and full-out singing.

a favorite opera with an old and inconsistent performance.......1999-03-23

I had the privilege of being part of a cast of this opera at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in the late 70's, directed by the avuncular Herbert Wildeboor (since deceased). I've always loved the 7/8 hymn at the end of the first act. However, this performance is very uneven, including generally unfortunate singing by female leads, and bad acting (at least) by the person singing Reverend Parris. Reverend Hale and John Proctor are consistently good. And the orchestra parts, very demanding, are well handled. It astounds me that there is no new recording in all these years. I've since seen it done in Pittsburgh and know it's being done somewhere on the West Coast. While Mr. Ward's music is considered cliche by some, I prefer it much to, for example, Moore's Ballad of Baby Doe. Perhaps my affection for it is due to having the opportunity to perform it.

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A Glimpse Of The Genius To Come

Mr. Natural

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0006GAXKA
Release Date: 2004-12-21

Album Description

Japanese reissue of 1974 album from one of the most successful brother acts in popular music. Universal. 2004.

Customer Reviews:

A Glimpse Of The Genius To Come.......2006-08-22

Note: This is a re-issue until Rhino Records releases the Remastered Expanded version.

Mr. Natural only reached #198 on the Billboard charts and comprises a significant transition period for the Bee Gees. With the help of veteran producer Arif Mardin, the Gibbs put together a smattering of different styled songs, ranging from rock to R&B to ballads. Their album before (A Kick In The Head...) was not released and the album afterwards (Main Course) skyrocketed up the charts with a #1 single and started the Bee Gees on the present course they enjoy now. Although none of the singles (Throw A Penny, Mr. Natural and Charade) made much of an impact, it still is a "which style do we go with guys?" album. However, it is one of the most diverse albums of the Bee Gees career. Oddly, the stations seemed to play "Dogs" now and then, even though it was not released as a single. "Give A Hand, Take A Hand" was an older song from 1969 that the Gibbs rerecorded after The Staple Singers did well with it. The song styles waver through soft, sensual ballads like "Charade" and then jump into a strange, heavily transitioned song "Throw A Penny" into a fast rock number called "Down The Road", which was a staple in their concerts. "Mr. Natural " comes closest to a true R&B song, but seems forced. "Lost In Your Love" is a trademark Bee Gees tear-jerker and "Voices" really takes advantage of Robin's great vocals. "Heavy Breathing" is a simple, but rocking song, but is then followed by an obligatory tear-jerking ballad "Had A Lot Of Love Last Night". What a variety! It's clear that the Gibbs maintained a grip on their older style while diving into a new style that would make the public give it a good, hard listen. Should you buy it? (as if you don't have 5 copies already). Yes, there are many memorable tracks. On this album you can really feel the 'hunger' the Gibbs had!

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G-Strings
Mr. Greenwedz & G Riot
Manufacturer: All Natural Inc
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000AMJD9C
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

Tent Of Miracles
If U Want 2 Sing
G-Strings
...Trees Smoke Different
The Child Won't Sleep
Carlos Castaneda
Rex Cortez
Motion 4 A Recess
Lsd (That's What I'm On)
Still In Motion
Someone Else
Moment Of Clarity
Late Fall
Points Of Interest

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Mr. Natural

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000BPCDJ0

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Natural High
Ive Mendes
Manufacturer: Mr Bongo
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00006RYK7
Release Date: 2003-05-19

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Pretty good and original Big beat album

Naturism
Mr Natural
Manufacturer: Critical Mass
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
ASIN: B00005OMCL
Release Date: 2001-10-10

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Pretty good and original Big beat album.......2005-03-30

I'm a bit astonished that this album has never been rated. This is a pretyy good big beat/trip-hop/dub album. Mr Natural uses samples from the Bee Gees sometimes. It's original. Some tracks have vocals, others are only instrumentals. Perfect for chilling with friends. Try it!

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