| | Across The Universe: Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack CD (8 Customer Reviews)
The 2007 movie musical ACROSS THE UNIVERSE celebrates beloved songs by the Beatles in the context of a fictional romantic tale from director Julie Taymor. Anchored by young love-struck characters named Jude (Jim Sturgess) and Lucy (Evan Rachel ... Full DescriptionWood), the film features the cast, which also includes Joe Cocker and U2's Bono, performing Fab Four tunes with great gusto. Among the many highlights of the soundtrack are Sturgess's emotive rendition of the title track, Cocker's stomping version of "Come Together," and an energetic take on "I Am the Walrus" by Bono and the Secret Machines. Like Cirque du Soleil's LOVE show, UNIVERSE presents Beatles classics cast in a dramatic light, giving the album a wide appeal with its boisterous, Broadway veneer.
The Halfway Crooks are a band at the start of a unique blend of reggae-rock, live hip hop, and ska from Yonkers, New York. Halfway Crooks came together in early 2004, mixing several musical elements together in a style that can be described only by hearing it: soulful and grooving rock, reggae, ska, hip-hop, and funk rhythms played by drums, guitar, and bass, accompanied by organ, synths, and keyboards; overlapped by smooth melodies, melodic raps, and infectious hooks; featuring several tracks accompanied by guest lyricists and vocalists; with lyrics painting a picture of suburban life, through teenage years and into the 20's.Following a path of originality, similar to the influences of Sublime, the Roots, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Halfway Crooks blend several layers that equally appeal to fans of rock and rap alike, widening their potential audience tenfold. The average Joe will always stop on a radio station for a good one-liner hook, and music lovers everywhere welcome the improvisational element and eclectic sounds that the Halfway Crooks' music exhibits.The group is known for their energetic performances and crazy stage antics which makes every show a party within itself. When you're at a Crooks show you never know what your going to get. The only constant is the great music which is always provided and on point. The group strives to make the audience more than just onlookers as they take steps to get as many people as possible involved with the music and it is not unusual for the crowd to be showered with party-favors such as balloon animals or glowsticks. No joke- just like the album art for "Raise the Bar", Halfway Crooks is a musical-carnival act.The commercial music scene is always thirsty for a kick in the ass to fire it up and showcase a band that appeals to a universal audience. The Halfway Crooks have made an impression on many local NY bar & college scenes. They have played all over Westchester County at bars, charity events, and private partes as well as world famous NYC clubs like CBGB's. They have since then expanded through the Northeast gigging in Philly, D.C., Massachusetts, and Vermont to bring their music to a wider audience. With the release of the new album "Raise the Bar" on 12/31/07, the Crooks have proved that they are a band that stands out from the rest and have a bright future ahead.
Composer: Elliot Goldenthal. Hide Description Across The Universe: Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack Music | List Price | $13.95 (You save $2.06) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Pop, Soundtrack, Reggae | | Label | Interscope | | Orig Year | 2007 | | All Time Sales Rank |  10403  | | CD Universe Part number | 7500039 | | Catalog number | 000980102 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Sep 14, 2007 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Elliot Goldenthal; Josh Garza; Benjamin Curtis; Teese Gohl; Brandon Curtis; T-Bone Burnett | | Engineer | Missy Webb; Vanessa Parr; Sheldon Yellowhair; Bryan Pugh; Adam Haggar; Yohei Goto; Ghian Wright; Halsey Quemere | | Recording Time | 52 minutes | | Additional Info | Original Soundtrack |
Across The Universe: Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack Songs | 1. | All My Loving - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Wo... |
| 2. | I Want to Hold Your Hand - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruto... |
| 3. | It Won't Be Long - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie... |
| 4. | I've Just Seen a Face - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/B... |
| 5. | Let It Be - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Worrel... |
| 6. | Come Together - Robert Carlisle/Joe Cocker/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruto... |
| 7. | I Am the Walrus - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie ... |
| 8. | Something - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Worrel... |
| 9. | Oh! Darling - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Worr... |
| 10. | Strawberry Fields Forever - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Brut... |
| 11. | Across the Universe - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Ber... |
| 12. | Helter Skelter - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie W... |
| 13. | Happiness Is a Warm Gun - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton... |
| 14. | Blackbird - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Worrel... |
| 15. | Hey Jude - Robert Carlisle/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Stephen Bruton/Bernie Worrell... |
| 16. | Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds - Robert Carlisle/Bono/Mark Stewart/Gil Goldstein/Caroline Dale/Ste... |
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