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Given that Rick Wakeman has made his home in the Isle of Man for some years now, it's not surprising that one of his most enduring works may prove to be this tribute written in association with the Manx Museum. (The title refers to the island's designation as a National Heritage site). This album of solo piano pieces shows Wakeman in his best form since his superb 1986 album Country Airs, and his pieces here are very much in the vein of Wakeman's lush romantic piano work on that predecessor. Indeed, at times the opening "The Chasms" sounds like a lost Chopin composition. One does not have to be a fan of Yes or of Wakeman's audacious orchestral rock to appreciate this album; a love of the piano is all that is needed. ~ Paul Collins
Recording information: BMP Recording, Guildford, England. Rick Wakeman Heritage Suite Songs | 1. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Chasms |
| 2. | Heritage Suite, for piano: Thorwald's Cross |
| 3. | Heritage Suite, for piano: St. Michael's Isle |
| 4. | Heritage Suite, for piano: Spanish Head |
| 5. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Ayres |
| 6. | Heritage Suite, for piano: Mona's Isle |
| 7. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Dhoon |
| 8. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Bee Orchid |
| 9. | Heritage Suite, for piano: Chapel Hill |
| 10. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Curraghs |
| 11. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Painted Lady |
| 12. | Heritage Suite, for piano: The Peregrine Falcon |
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Heritage Suite Music Review Purchase Heritage Suite CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Allman Brothers Band Dreams CDs (1989) Box Set
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 $38.09   
DREAMS is a 4-CD box set compiling in chronological order tracks by the Allman Brothers Band, as well as tracks by bands featuring one or more member of the Allman Brothers Band and solo performances by Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts.
Recorded between 1966 & 1988. Includes a 32-page illustrated booklet and liner notes by John Swenson.
Like nearly all box sets, DREAMS has plenty to recommend it-and a few nagging drawbacks. The set's chief shortcoming is its two conflicting goals: providing an overview of the Allmans' history, thus attracting buyers seeking the ultimate hits package, and including enough unreleased tracks and rarities to appeal to the band's most devoted fans. As a result, DREAMS is neither the definitive Allman Brothers collection nor the gift to hardcore fans that, say, THE BOOTLEG SERIES is to Dylan-philes.
DREAMS' strengths are considerable. First and foremost, the box contains nearly five wall-to-wall hours of great music. By including everything from early demos to Gregg Allman and Dickie Betts' solo material, DREAMS does a great job of tracing the group's musical evolution from hippie blues band to kings of Southern rock. And, while the unreleased studio version of "Statesboro Blues" included here isn't definitive, it's still mighty good-as are the set's other rarities. Start your Allman Brothers collection with THE FILLMORE CONCERTS; if that grabs you, DREAMS should also find a welcome place on your CD shelf.
Personnel includes: Gregg Allman, Dickey Betts (vocals, guitar); Duane Allman (guitar, dobro, background vocals); Paul Hornsby, Scott Boyer, Elvin Bishop, Tommy Talton, Steve Beckmeier, Rickey Hirsch, John Hug, Dan Toler (guitar); John Hughley (steel guitar); Tom Doucette (harmonica); Steve Madaio, Pat Rizzo, Dave Luell (horns); Steve Miller, Chuck Leavell (piano); Dale Betts, Neil Larson (keyboards); Reese Wynans (organ); Bob Keller, Pete Carr, David Brown, Berry Oakley, Lamar Williams, Willie Weeks, Ken Tibbets, David Goldflies (bass
| | Poco Forgotten Trail (1969-74) CDs (1990)
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This compilation contains 38 songs, including many new remixes from original master tapes, 6 previously unreleased songs, alternate versions of 3 others, and a comprehensive 36 page booklet, with historic liner notes and photos.
This excellent two-disc collection captures Poco's finest moments from the days when they were laying down the template for all the country-rock music that was to follow. It's hard to remember, but when the Eagles first hit the scene, they were thought by many to be a Poco-wannabe band. Listen to this set and you'll hear why. The Forgotten Trail (1969-1974) culls tracks from Poco's first eight albums, as well as unreleased cuts and singles. From the classic anthem "Pickin' Up the Pieces," which kicks things off, through "You Better Think Twice," "C'mon," "Kind Woman," "From the Inside," "A Good Feelin' to Know," "Crazy Eyes," and on and on, this is wonderful music, ahead of its time in many ways. If Poco had arrived on the scene in the early '90s, they would have been kings of the country charts. Of course, without Poco, country music wouldn't have taken on the rock trappings that it did in the '80s and '90s. As it was, the band was considered too country for the Top 40 rock format of the time, and too rock & roll for country radio. This set is the place to start for an appreciation of the original Poco, when the group was considered to be Richie Furay's band. All the ingredients are here that made their music so delightful: the trademark high-vocal harmonies; Rusty Young's pedal steel guitar wizardry; Furay's patented juxtapositions of sad lyrics against bouncy, harmony-filled tunes; and their spirit of optimism and good feelings even in the face of hard luck and bad weather. The 36-page booklet does a fine job of telling the story ...
| | Rick Wakeman Preludes To A Century CD (2000)
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The instrumental albums of the latter half of Wakeman's career have tended to be divided between piano albums and synth-driven efforts. Although the rather unexciting synth of "White Rock II" came out around the same time as this release, "Preludes" shows that Wakeman is still keeping his lushly Romantic piano chops in fine order. "Preludes" is certainly among his better piano efforts, and is much in the same vein as the "Heritage Suite" or, even closer still, the pensive work on his "Airs" trilogy. It helps, too, that Wakeman got off the Isle of Man to record this one; the engineering is a clear improvement over many other efforts from the last decade. The lovely lilting opening ...
| | Rick Wakeman Night Airs CD (1995) (Import)
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| | Doors Legacy: The Absolute Best CDs (1967)
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$19.79
Recorded between 1967 & 1983. Includes liner notes by Jim Ladd.
Released to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of the first Doors album, THE VERY BEST OF THE DOORS supercedes all former Doors compilations. At two discs and 34 tracks, this is quite comprehensive for a band whose key lineup released only half a dozen albums. In addition to all the expected hits like "Light My Fire," "Hello I Love You," and "Roadhouse Blues," this compilation delves much deeper into the catalogue with fan favorites such as "Not To Touch the Earth" and "Wishful Sinful," as well as a handful of previously obscure rarities. Remastered and newly remixed by original engineer Bruce Botnick and the surviving members of the Doors, THE VERY BEST OF THE DOORS is a solid tribute to the band.
The first Doors album was an important development in the evolution of rock, representing the dark underbelly of the '60s counterculture, the Jekyll to the Beatles/Beach Boys' Hyde. The Doors were the antithesis of windblown Californian pop. Dark, brooding and alienated, every element of the quartet's metier was unveiled on their debut album. In Jim Morrison they posessed one of rock's authoritative voices, while the group's dense instrumental prowess reflected his lyrical mystery. Highly literate, they wedded Oedipian tragedy with counter-culture nihlism and, in "Light My Fire", expressed exotic images previously unheard in pop. How
Packed with over 2 1/2 hours of groundbreaking and career-spanning cuts, all remastered for stellar sound. Features the previously unreleased ...
| | Descendents All CD (1987)
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Just when the Descendents were thought to have gone to the world of bands who've passed their prime, they return with All. With this record, not only are they forgiven for the bad spots to be found on here -- it's not like they can't be skipped over -- but their last release (Enjoy) will be forgotten. With some of their best material, all dealing with the traumas of a broken relationship -- "Collidge" and "Clean Sheets," for example -- these guys prove that the ...
| | Die Wildecker Herzbuben Weil Wir Freunde Sind CD (1997) (Import) Germany
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| | Santana: The Collection - Santana/Abraxas/Santana III CDs (2004)
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$23.59
The Collection includes 3 separate albums: SANTANA (1969)/ABRAXAS (1970)/SANTANA III (1971).
This three-CD set is simply a Legacy repackage of Santana's first three albums -- Santana, Abraxas, and Santana III in a rather ugly and generic slipcase. Bonus tracks from the album's previous CD reissues have been maintained here, fleshing out the originals. Fans already have this, but those who have suddenly become curious would benefit from putting these three discs in the collection. ~ Thom Jurek
Recorded at Pacific Recording, San Mateo, California in May 1969 and live at The Woodstock Festival, Bethel, New York on August 16, 1969. Includes liner notes by Ben Fong-Torres.
Recorded at Wally Heider Studio, San Francisco, California; Pacific Recording, San Mateo, California; live at The Royal Albert Hall, England on April 18, 1970. Includes liner notes by Ben Fong-Torres.
Recorded at Columbia Studios, San Francisco, California and live at the Fillmore West, San Francisco, California on July 4, 1971. Includes liner notes by Ben Fong-Torres.
SANTANA (1st LP):
Santana: Carlos Santana (vocals, guitar); Greg Rolie (vocals, piano, organ); Dave Brown (bass); Mike Shrieve (drums); Mike Carabello (conga, percussion); Jose Chepito Areas (timbales, conga, percussion).
Producers: Brent Dangerfield, Santana.
Reissue producer: Bob Irwin.
Engineers: Bob Breault, Eric Prestidge.
Santana: Carlos Santana (vocals, guitar); Gregg Rolie (vocals, keyboards); Dave Brown (bass); Mike Shrieve (drums); Jose Areas (timbales, conga); Mike Carabello (conga).
Producers: Fred Catero, Santana.
Engineers: Dave Brown, John Fiore.
SANTANA (3rd LP):
Santana: Carlos Santana (vocals, guitar); Gregg Rolie (vocals, piano, organ); Jose ...
| | Ray Mason Between Blue And Okay CD (1996)
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$12.49
Ray Mason is a true believer in the power of the streamlined pop-rock combo. His songs are filled with hooks from verse to chorus, his melodic inventions giving nods to The Beatles, their roots, and their followers. Mason's scruffy immediacy also evokes Alex Chilton, his roots, and his followers. These tunes are rich in character, and the arrangements simply follow the path of the songs.
Mason is backed by an assortment of players (the album was recorded at several separate sessions), but crisp sound quality and Mason's ingratiatingly honest singing make for a cohesive set. BETWEEN BLUE & OKAY is filled with perfect slices of three- minute pop. Standouts among the 20 songs include the title track, "She's Wearing Her Hair Like Donna Reed," and "It's Heartbreak That Sells," the ...
| | Elvis Presley Elvis Now CD (1997)
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$9.49
| | Chung Demented Mentors Of Spazzwave CD (2007) (Import)
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| | Assembly Of Dust Some Asembly Required CD (2009)
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When an album's list of guests includes guitarist John Scofield and banjoist Béla Fleck (both of whom are featured on Some Assembly Required), jazz enthusiasts are likely to take notice. But even though this 2009 release incorporates jazz elements on occasion (as well as elements of blues, soul, and country), Some Assembly Required is a roots rock/Americana effort first and foremost. That was Assembly of Dust's orientation on previous releases, and it continues to be their orientation on this 54-minute CD -- which maintains the strong '70s flavor they are known for. Influences the New York City residents had in the past (including Neil Young, Little Feat, J.J. Cale, and the Eagles) are no less evident on Some Assembly Required, and their love affair with the '70s continues on tunes like "Borrowed Feet" (the song that features Scofield), "Edges" (featuring Fleck), and "Leadbelly" (which was written in memory of the Southern country blues/folk icon but doesn't try to emulate him stylistically). Scofield and Fleck aren't the CD's only noteworthy guests; other well-known guests range from progressive bluegrass mandolin player David Grisman on "Cold Coffee" to singer Richie Havens on the opener, "All That I Am Now." But Assembly of Dust are the ones in the driver's seat -- the ones who do the most to shape the album's direction. Some Assembly Required doesn't pretend to be groundbreaking, but if Assembly of Dust are derivative, they are pleasingly derivative. This is a well-crafted, nicely executed disc that never fails to be enjoyable. ~ Alex Henderson
Engineer: Jon "Reno" Daly.
Audio Mixer: Josh Pryor.
Recording information: Crazy Hair Productions, Purchase, NY; Thundering Sky Professional Studio, So Berwick, ME; Waterway Productions, Dover, NH.
Author: Greg Ginn.
Photographers: Nick Suttle; Johnny Buzzerio; Jim Dyson; Miranda Penn Turin; Todd Radunsky; C. Taylor Crothers; Walter Parks; Danny Clinch.
Personnel: Adam Terrell ...
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