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Track Listings
1. Spider Fingers
2. White Wheeled Limousine
3. Walk In The Sun
4. The Changes
5. The Tango King
6. Big Rumble
7. Country Doctor
8. The Longest Night
9. Hot House Ball
10. Swing Street
11. Cruise Control
This one is quite good! :banana-dance: :banana-rock:
All songs written and composed by Annie Lennox, "Womankind" rap lyrics by Nadirah X.
No. Title Length
1. "Dark Road" 3:47
2. "Love is Blind" 4:18
3. "Smithereens" 5:17
4. "Ghosts in My Machine" 3:30
5. "Womankind" (featuring Nadirah X) 4:28
6. "Through the Glass Darkly" 3:29
7. "Lost" 3:41
8. "Coloured Bedspread" 4:29
9. "Sing" (featuring various female artists*) 4:48
10. "Big Sky" 4:02
11. "Fingernail Moon" 5:02
Dennie
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Blue Moon Swamp -- CD
John Fogerty
1997 Warner Bros. Records
A wonderful, mature roots rock record December 29, 2004
By Docendo Discimus
Format:Audio CD
If you already own "Blue Moon Swamp", don't bother buying it again because of the bonus tracks (or whatever they are). The melodramatic 1960s teenage-rocker "Endless Sleep" and the instrumental "Just Pickin'" are good enough, sure, but they don't really add anything to an album which was just about perfect to begin with.
"Blue Moon Swamp", John Fogerty's first album in almost 11 years, is a warm, exquisitely produced and richly evocative roots rock record, blending R&B, rockabilly, country, blues, folk, and swampy rock n' roll on twelve vibrant and masterfully executed songs.
Deservedly winning a Grammy for best rock album, "Blue Moon Swamp" is tight but laid-back, not as hard-rocking as Creedence and not as pop-oriented as "Centerfield", but better and more mature than anything else that John Fogerty has created as a solo artist.
This remains one of my favorite records, one which continues to grow on me.
All tracks written and composed by John Fogerty, except where noted.
"Southern Streamline" – 3:56
"Hot Rod Heart" – 3:26
"Blueboy" – 4:04
"A Hundred and Ten in the Shade" – 4:19
"Rattlesnake Highway" – 4:17
"Bring It Down to Jelly Roll" – 2:37
"Walking in a Hurricane" – 3:41
"Swamp River Days" – 3:36
"Rambunctious Boy" – 3:51
"Joy of My Life" – 3:52
"Blue Moon Nights" – 2:33
"Bad Bad Boy" – 4:26
Blue Moon Swamp -- CD
John Fogerty
1997 Warner Bros. Records
A wonderful, mature roots rock record December 29, 2004
By Docendo Discimus
Format:Audio CD
If you already own "Blue Moon Swamp", don't bother buying it again because of the bonus tracks (or whatever they are). The melodramatic 1960s teenage-rocker "Endless Sleep" and the instrumental "Just Pickin'" are good enough, sure, but they don't really add anything to an album which was just about perfect to begin with.
"Blue Moon Swamp", John Fogerty's first album in almost 11 years, is a warm, exquisitely produced and richly evocative roots rock record, blending R&B, rockabilly, country, blues, folk, and swampy rock n' roll on twelve vibrant and masterfully executed songs.
Deservedly winning a Grammy for best rock album, "Blue Moon Swamp" is tight but laid-back, not as hard-rocking as Creedence and not as pop-oriented as "Centerfield", but better and more mature than anything else that John Fogerty has created as a solo artist.
This remains one of my favorite records, one which continues to grow on me.
All tracks written and composed by John Fogerty, except where noted.
"Southern Streamline" – 3:56
"Hot Rod Heart" – 3:26
"Blueboy" – 4:04
"A Hundred and Ten in the Shade" – 4:19
"Rattlesnake Highway" – 4:17
"Bring It Down to Jelly Roll" – 2:37
"Walking in a Hurricane" – 3:41
"Swamp River Days" – 3:36
"Rambunctious Boy" – 3:51
"Joy of My Life" – 3:52
"Blue Moon Nights" – 2:33
"Bad Bad Boy" – 4:26
Dennie
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Fables From The Aqueduct -- CD
James Carney
1994 Jacaranda Records
During an era when many up-and-coming players emulate their predecessors a bit too closely, pianist James Carney performs music that, although linked to the tradition, pushes ahead into uncharted territory. A talented composer and an original voice on piano, Carney leads a group of young players (with the alternating horns including trumpeter Ralph Alessi; tenors Ravi Coltrane and Chuck Manning; altoist Scott Mayo; and Peter Epstein on soprano, tenor, or alto) through ten of his challenging originals. With alert playing from bassist Darek Oles and drummer Dan Morris, Carney's thoroughly unpredictable and tricky arrangements (which leave plenty of room for spontaneity, both from soloists and the entire group) are consistently intriguing. Highly recommended. ~ Scott Yanow
Track Listing
1. Hymn/Introduction
2. Daryl & The God Squad
3. Pocahontas
4. Queen of the Tangent
5. Zelzah
6. Disneyesque
7. Walpurgis Night
8. Devil's Advocate
9. Harbingers
10. Surabaya
Dennie
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Escondido -- CD
J.J. Cale & Eric Clapton
2006 Reprise Records
Amazon.com
J.J. Cale penned two of Eric Clapton's career-defining solo hits, "Cocaine" and "After Midnight." And since Clapton has often fashioned his persona in a WWJD manner (what would J.J. do?), this collaboration is long overdue. But despite the rather slick production and long list of guest backing musicians (including four bassists, four drummers, five other guitarists, and three percussionists), The Road to Escondido is still dominated more by Cale than Clapton. The relatively reticent Okie wrote 11 of the 14 tracks, and it's his low-key soufflé of blues, jazz, and country that shapes and directs the disc's tone, with Clapton along for the ride. The opening "Danger" sets the dusky mood as the duo rides a typical Cale swamp groove that gives way to a tightly wound Slowhand solo. They trade lead vocals on a lovely version of the after-hours jazz blues classic "Sporting Life Blues," and the ubiquitous John Mayer makes an impressive appearance on the subtle blues of "Hard to Thrill."Clapton hasn't sounded this relaxed or involved in his own material for years. The traditionally laid-back, if not quite snoozy, Cale responds with a comparatively energized performance, likely due to the high-profile company. When the two harmonize on the mid-tempo foot tapper "Anyway the Wind Blows," the result is so natural and spontaneous it's a shame these two didn't join forces earlier. On paper, it appears that Cale has the most to gain from partnering with an established superstar, but the fact is this collaboration yields Eric Clapton's most engaging and contagious roots-rock release in a long time. --Hal Horowitz
All songs by J. J. Cale except where noted.
"Danger" – 5:34
"Heads in Georgia" – 4:12
"Missing Person" – 4:26
"When This War Is Over" – 3:49
"Sporting Life Blues" (Brownie McGhee) – 3:31
"Dead End Road" – 3:30
"It's Easy" – 4:19
"Hard to Thrill" (Eric Clapton/John Mayer) – 5:11
"Anyway the Wind Blows" – 3:56
"Three Little Girls" (Eric Clapton) – 2:44
"Don't Cry Sister" – 3:10
"Last Will and Testament" – 3:57
"Who Am I Telling You" – 4:08
"Ride the River" – 4:35
J.J. Cale: Guitars, keyboards, vocals.
Eric Clapton: Guitars, vocals.
Derek Trucks: Guitar.
Jim Karstein: Drums, percussion.
James Cruce: Drums, Percussion.
Pino Palladino: Bass guitar
Steve Jordan: Drums.
Abe Laboriel, Jr: Drums.
Gary Gilmore: Bass guitar.
Willie Weeks: Bass guitar.
John Mayer: Guitar.
Albert Lee: Guitar.
Billy Preston: Hammond Organ, Fender Rhodes, Wurlitzer.
Walt Richmond: Piano.
Doyle Bramhall II: Guitar.
Nathan East: Bass guitar.
Christine Lakeland: Guitar, vocals.
Simon Climie: Percussion.
David Teegarden: Percussion.
Taj Mahal: Harmonica.
Dennis Caplinger: Fiddle.
Bruce Fowler: Horns.
Marty Grebb: Horns.
Steve Madaio: Horns.
Jerry Peterson: Horns.
Dennie
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Full Moon Fever -- CD
Tom Petty
1989 MCA Records
Amazon.com essential recording
Ten years had passed since Petty's last solid outing (*** the Torpedoes in 1979), and Full Moon Fever fully resuscitated the artist's career, which--some would say "arguably"--had been losing steam. With the album's four major hits and rave reviews from the critics (these things do not always go hand-in-hand), Petty must have breathed a sigh of relief. He left the Heartbreakers behind, hooked up with musician, writer, and producer Jeff Lynne, and rocked out with "Runnin' Down a Dream," got mellow and introspective on "Free Fallin'" and "A Face in the Crowd," and paid tribute (finally) to the Byrds with a cover of "Feel a Whole Lot Better." He perfected the sing-along guitar-pop song on "Yer So Bad" and had a wild time on "Zombie Zoo." Pure Petty perfection! --Lorry Fleming
All songs written by Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne, except as indicated.[2]
"Free Fallin'" – 4:14
"I Won't Back Down" – 2:56
"Love Is a Long Road" (Mike Campbell, Petty) – 4:06
"A Face in the Crowd" – 3:58
"Runnin' Down a Dream" (Campbell, Lynne, Petty) – 4:23
"I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" (Gene Clark) – 2:47
"Yer So Bad" – 3:05
"Depending on You" (Petty) – 2:47
"The Apartment Song" (Petty) – 2:31
"Alright for Now" (Petty) – 2:00
"A Mind with a Heart of Its Own" – 3:29
"Zombie Zoo" – 2:56
"Hello, CD listeners…"
Early pressings of the album on compact disc contain a hidden track at the beginning of track 6. The interlude, which is referred to in the album credits as "Attention CD Listeners", features a brief tongue-in-cheek monologue by Petty, over a background of barnyard noises:
Hello, CD listeners. We've come to the point in this album where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up, or sit down, and turn over the record. Or tape. In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we begin side two. [pause] Thank you. Here's side two.
Full Moon Fever -- CD
Tom Petty
1989 MCA Records
Amazon.com essential recording
Ten years had passed since Petty's last solid outing (*** the Torpedoes in 1979), and Full Moon Fever fully resuscitated the artist's career, which--some would say "arguably"--had been losing steam. With the album's four major hits and rave reviews from the critics (these things do not always go hand-in-hand), Petty must have breathed a sigh of relief. He left the Heartbreakers behind, hooked up with musician, writer, and producer Jeff Lynne, and rocked out with "Runnin' Down a Dream," got mellow and introspective on "Free Fallin'" and "A Face in the Crowd," and paid tribute (finally) to the Byrds with a cover of "Feel a Whole Lot Better." He perfected the sing-along guitar-pop song on "Yer So Bad" and had a wild time on "Zombie Zoo." Pure Petty perfection! --Lorry Fleming
All songs written by Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne, except as indicated.[2]
"Free Fallin'" – 4:14
"I Won't Back Down" – 2:56
"Love Is a Long Road" (Mike Campbell, Petty) – 4:06
"A Face in the Crowd" – 3:58
"Runnin' Down a Dream" (Campbell, Lynne, Petty) – 4:23
"I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" (Gene Clark) – 2:47
"Yer So Bad" – 3:05
"Depending on You" (Petty) – 2:47
"The Apartment Song" (Petty) – 2:31
"Alright for Now" (Petty) – 2:00
"A Mind with a Heart of Its Own" – 3:29
"Zombie Zoo" – 2:56
"Hello, CD listeners…"
Early pressings of the album on compact disc contain a hidden track at the beginning of track 6. The interlude, which is referred to in the album credits as "Attention CD Listeners", features a brief tongue-in-cheek monologue by Petty, over a background of barnyard noises:
Hello, CD listeners. We've come to the point in this album where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up, or sit down, and turn over the record. Or tape. In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we begin side two. [pause] Thank you. Here's side two.
Kazaam
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Dennie said:Today's work truck music....
Full Moon Fever -- CD
Early pressings of the album on compact disc contain a hidden track at the beginning of track 6. The interlude, which is referred to in the album credits as "Attention CD Listeners", features a brief tongue-in-cheek monologue by Petty, over a background of barnyard noises:
Hello, CD listeners. We've come to the point in this album where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up, or sit down, and turn over the record. Or tape. In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we begin side two. [pause] Thank you. Here's side two.
LMAO!!! I never knew this. (I had the cassette of Full Moon Fever, fwiw.)
Dennie
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The Thundering Herds 1945 - 1947 -- Remastered CD
Woody Herman
1988 Columbia Records
Of all the big-band leaders of the swing era, Woody Herman went the most out of his way to interpret current material and keep his orchestra young, enthusiastic, and modern. For this Fantasy date (reissued on CD under the OJC imprint), Herman's band not only plays two John Coltrane songs, but material from Frank Zappa ("America Drinks and Goes Home"), Stanley Clarke ("Bass Folk Song"), and even Carole King ("Corazon"). This is one of Herman's most successful efforts of the period, for the arrangements (by Alan Broadbent, Bill Stapleton, and Tony Klatka) are inventive and generally swinging, with such soloists as Frank Tiberi on tenor, flügelhornist Klatka, and electric keyboardist Andy Laverne keeping the music continually interesting. "Blues for Poland," "Lazy Bird," and the Zappa piece are high points. ~ Scott Yanow
Track Listing
1. Woodchopper's Ball
2. Apple Honey
3. Goosey Gander
4. Northwest Passage
5. Good Earth, The
6. Jug of Wine, A
7. Your Father's Mustache
8. Bijou
9. Wild Root
10. Panacea
11. Backtalk
12. Non-Alcoholic
13. Blues Are Brewing
14. Goof and I, The
15. Four Brothers
16. Blue Flame
Dennie
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Kazaam said:Dennie said:Today's work truck music....
Full Moon Fever -- CD
Early pressings of the album on compact disc contain a hidden track at the beginning of track 6. The interlude, which is referred to in the album credits as "Attention CD Listeners", features a brief tongue-in-cheek monologue by Petty, over a background of barnyard noises:
Hello, CD listeners. We've come to the point in this album where those listening on cassette, or records, will have to stand up, or sit down, and turn over the record. Or tape. In fairness to those listeners, we'll now take a few seconds before we begin side two. [pause] Thank you. Here's side two.
LMAO!!! I never knew this. (I had the cassette of Full Moon Fever, fwiw.)
Yeah, it kinda Cool that he does this. Reminds us of the days when we had to flip things over!
Dennie
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Dennie
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Blues Brothers 2000 Soundtrack -- CD
Blues Brothers Band/Various Artists
1998 Universal Music
Must buy June 29, 2000
By Maverick41
Format:Audio CD
This is great stuff..After the movie, I knew I needed the Soundtrack, but I has pretty much figured on that even before I saw the movie. All the tracks featuring the Blues Brothers Band are great, especially the Perry Mason Theme, and New Orleans. The CD also introduced me to Erykah Badu, who has an incredible voice. Funky Nassau is a great track, one of the best on the CD. Aretha's new Respect version is great, as expected, and Blues Traveler contributes "Maybe I'm Wrong", another outstanding track. Another short, but enjoyable little song is the Car Crash theme from the movie, "Let there be drums", by the Carl LaFong trio. As short as it is, I really enjoy that one! Allso great to have those John Goodman songs, such as Looking for a Fox and Turn on your love light. You really cant go wrong with this soundtrack, I loved it!
1. Born In Chicago - The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
2. The Blues Don't Bother Me - Matt Murphy
3. Harmonica Musings - John Popper
4. Cheaper To Keep Her - Dan Aykroyd/Lonnie Brooks/Junior Wells/The Blues Brothers Band
5. Perry Mason Theme - The Blues Brothers Band
6. Looking For A Fox - John Goodman/Dan Aykroyd/The Blues Brothers Band
7. Can't Turn You Lose - The Blues Brothers Band
8. R-E-S-P-E-C-T - Aretha Frankin/The Blues Brothers Band
9. 634-5789 - Eddie Floyd/Wilson Pickett/Jonny Lang/The Blues Brothers Band
10. Maybe I'm Wrong - Blues Traveler
11. Riders In The Sky (A Cowboy Legend) - Dan Aykroyd/John Goodmand/The Blues Brothers Band
12. John The Revelator - Taj Mahal/Sam Moore/Joe/ Morton/Sharon Riley/The Faith Chorale
13. Let There Be Drums - The Carl LaFong Trio
14. Season Of The Witch - Dr. John/The Brothers Band
15. Funk Nassau - Joe Morton/Dan Aykroyd/John Goodman/Paul Shaffer/Erykah Badu/The Blues Brothers Band
16. How Blue Can You Get - The Lousiiana Gator Boys
17. Turn On Your Love Light - Joe Morton/Dan Aykroyd/John Goodman/J. Evan Bonifant/The Blues Brothers Band
18. New Orleans - The Louisiana Gator Boys/The Blues Brothers Band
Dennie
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Modern Times -- CD
Bob Dylan
2006 Columbia Records
Amazon.com
At a time when the majority of those his age are drifting into retirement, 65-year-old Bob Dylan has put the capper on a three-record run that ranks with the best in his storied, 44-album career. Like Time Out of Mind and Love and Theft before it, Modern Times is a rootsy, blues-soaked pool of the purest form of Americana--skipping the progressive bells or whistles for an understated backing by his touring band. Dylan's voice, which cracks, rasps and moans from the pop singer's pulpit, hasn't been this rich and emotive since 1976's Desire. And while his lyrics prolong his steadfast allusions to a higher power and his own immortality, they are not without the Dylan mirth, as when he sings of tracking pop queen Alicia Keys from Hell's Kitchen to Tennessee in "Thunder on the Mountain," the album's opener, which teams with "Someday Baby" and "Rollin' and Tumblin'" (for which Dylan misguidedly claims writing credit) as the record's most fiery numbers. Still, it's the Dylan that tells of a slave-loving owner ("Nettie Moore"), brings New Orleans to the front burner ("The Levee's Gonna Break") and plays the part of an eloquent lounge singer ("Spirit on the Water," "When the Deal Goes Down" and "Beyond the Horizon") that makes Modern Times sound just like old times. --Scott Holter
1. "Thunder on the Mountain" 5:55
2. "Spirit on the Water" 7:41
3. "Rollin' and Tumblin'" 6:02
4. "When the Deal Goes Down" 5:04
5. "Someday Baby" 4:56
6. "Workingman's Blues #2" 6:07
7. "Beyond The Horizon" 5:36
8. "Nettie Moore" 6:53
9. "The Levee's Gonna Break" 5:43
10. "Ain't Talkin'" 8:48
Dennie
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The Road Less Traveled -- CD
George Strait
2001 MCA Nashville
Strait emerged in the '80s as one of country music's "new traditionalists," determined to save the genre from pop excess. Over the years, he's remained true to this credo, maintaining a consistently straightforward, honest style. On THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED he continues to make pure, uncomplicated music full of earnest emotions and powerful writing. Strait's choice of material alone is a testament to the authenticity of his aesthetic. He digs deep for an '80s Merle Haggard composition ("My Life's Been Good"), taps fellow new traditionalist Rodney Crowell for the roadhouse-rocking, New Orleans-themed "Stars on the Water," and offers a convincing take on "The Real Thing," a honky-tonker by "Wild Thing" author Chip Taylor that sings the praises of Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. Even when Strait throws in a modern production touch such as the subtle vocoder effect (a la Cher's "Believe") on the aforementioned Crowell tune, it's done with such finesse that it doesn't damage his credibility a bit.
Track Listing
1. She'll Leave You with a Smile
2. Run
3. Stars on the Water
4. Living and Living Well
5. Real Thing, The
6. Don't Tell Me You're Not in Love
7. Road Less Traveled, The
8. Middle of Nowhere, The
9. Good Time Charley's
10. My Life's Been Grand