Music Reviews

Mormon Tabernacle Choir - God Bless America

Angels could have done no better!

a music lover, loving this product

JUL

5

2008

Well, another Fourth of July has "bit the dust" as they used to say in the old Western's. The barbeques are over, likewise the fireworks, and the dogs have calmed down again. Alas, the "A Capitol Fourth" concert broadcast from Washington is also a memory but as far as music is concerned, it is possible to get that Fourth of July feeling any day of the year by listening to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's "God Bless America", a collection of 23 patriotic hits. Even if you think you're not into the patriotic music thing, you will probably love this ... especially the opening shot… read full review »

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AnnaBanana
Oak Park, IL

Biblical Graffiti by Apologetix

These guys prove any song can be a Christian song.

an alternative listener

JUL

5

2008

Apologetix is an amazing band. They are like the Weird Al Yankovicks of Christian Music. They do parodies of popular secular songs. Instead of changing the lyrics so that they are really weird, they change them so that they carry a Christian message. — — For example, in their song I'm Gonna Feed (500 Mouths) (which is on the CD Adam Up), they parody The Proclaimers' I'm Gonna Be. In the song instead of saying "When I wake up, well you know I'm gonna be", they sing "When I bake stuff with the dough I'm gonna knead". Also their song Should I… read full review »

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dukethepcdr
Las Vegas, NV

American Idiot by Green Day

Green days American Idiot rocks out loud

a classic rocker, a fan of good music, an alternative listener

JUL

3

2008

I love this CD. its not just all the same sound, they change it up in every song. some songs are slower and others have their original fast paced rock out loud style! —… read full review »

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squirrelgurl33
Leonard, MI

Colette - Push

Pushed in (almost) all the right directions!

JUN

30

2008

This one had me smacked right in the middle of the road ......at first. On the one hand you have one half of this Cd that provides you with some awesome and impressive takes on pop, dance, and r&b and the other a bunch of over radio'ed dance music that lacks spirit and soul. On the upside you have the bottom beat heavy standout r&b thumper Funny that makes you thirst for more of it's kind of style and then there's the hot hot HOT dance number Get You Over that is so strong it does not ever need a remix applied to it. If that is not enough then ther's an up tempo-ed version of Funny… read full review »

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gitbean
Washington, DC

Alanis Morissette - Flavors of Entanglement

Alanis Morrisette CD - A Rich Myriad Entanglement of Flavors

Open-minded, not rich, interested in cultural experiences, seeker of fun and interesting places, dessert eater, a fan of good music

JUN

30

2008

Review of Alanis Morrisette - Flavors of Entanglement CD — — — I found this CD a little hard to listen to at first, but it does grow on you the more times you play it. — Alanis has grown-up musically in her new album entitled Flavors of Entanglement. — The transformation of the artist is self-evident in this new album of hers. Some people think of her as the rocker-chick but this album shows her diversity, depth and growth as an artist. — There are certainly a myriad of layers and "entanglement of flavors" which nourish one's cultural musical soul.… read full review »

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ColeenY
New York, NY

...Sketches Of A Man by Dwele

Napping while at the drawing board!

a fan of good music, musically diverse in taste, a person who enjoys quality

JUN

30

2008

When an artist is dropped from a major label usually one of two things happen....they thrive underground possibly on their own indie label OR they suffer in the KOCH wasteland putting out control mediocre music that is far below the talents. I was SO happy when the musical wire was buzzing with a new release by this artist that i have come to like but a fear followed that up when it was said that he no longer was singed to Virgin. Still though I held out hope and after a once over I walked away somewhat disappointed. Before I heard a young man sing and make music with a certain passion… read full review »

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gitbean
Washington, DC

Eric Roberson - Left

Left...right...up....down...a real winner...........ALL around!!

a fan of good music, musically diverse in taste, a person who enjoys quality

JUN

30

2008

I am a lucky dude sometimes.....I mean...it's SOOOO cool to meet your favorite artists in person and get a chance to honestly tell them minus the *STAR*ie eyed groupie hype that you appreciate their creativity, craft, and ability to produce quality music. You have entertainer's then you have ARTIST's and Mr. Roberson is one in every since of the word. The independent community is thriving with a robust bounty of artists that are doing music on their own terms instead of having the "million dollar babies" over their shoulder pimping them out to the music buying public. What… read full review »

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gitbean
Washington, DC

Self Portrait [6/3] * by Lalah Hathaway

A true musical work of art (in song and person)!!!!!!!

a fan of good music, a music lover with vast tastes, a person who enjoys quality

JUN

30

2008

Soul/r&b music at it's best can be a wonderful thing! Believe it or not there are artists that don't need the gimmick's of Ciara, the "oh baby's" of Ashanti, and the pop, lock, & drop of Janet Jackson all of whom put out "okay", typical, and forgettable music. When you have an artist that expresses themselves with CONSISTENT heart, passion, and pure emotion you are certain to be throughly pleased and after all these years Lalah Hathaway, daughter of the late great Donny Hathaway, never disappoints! I fell under Lalah's spell quickly with her self titled… read full review »

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gitbean
Washington, DC

Phil Stacey by Phil Stacey

No Way Around a River should be his next single

Open-minded, a classic rocker, listening to country, concert-goer, music fanatic, a fan of good music, a music lover, rock fan

JUN

29

2008

Why he wasn't given a chance to sing on Idol results night is a bit unfair. —… read full review »

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spacebarshift
Sheridan, OR

Bittersweet World [4/22] * by Ashlee Simpson

it gets me up and dancing - fun for parties or just working out.

music fanatic

JUN

29

2008

Ok so Bitter Sweet World totally was totally worth my money.I think it's the best cd Ashlee has made so far.My favorite songs are "Outta my Head","Hot","Ruler Breaker","Ragdoll",and "Boys".Those are the more upbeat,fun,dancey songs but I also like "Little Miss Obsessive","Murder",and "No Time for Tears". — Like I think of it as a party cd,like "Hot" is so fun to dance to with your friends and have fun.And then I can relate to "Little Miss Obsessive" but it's still fun to sing along to. ; ) — These 11 tracks of awesomeness get 5 stars!! —… read full review »

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whatever1
Steeleville, IL

Brit and Alex - Let it Go

Hot Song!

a fan of good music

JUN

29

2008

I Love this song. It makes me wanna… read full review »

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IWalkTheLine057
Dearborn, MI

Linkin Park - Minutes to Midnight

Minutes To Midnight is as good if not better than previous CD's

a fan of good music

JUN

29

2008

Linkin Park's Minutes To Midnight once again showcases the amazing talent that these guys have. They used many different styles and a great variety of instruments. Each song had it's own personality and there was something on the album for everyone. … read full review »

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droach2005
West Palm Beach, FL

Deftones - Saturday Night Wrist

Disappointing

a fan of good music

JUN

29

2008

While you can still sense the old Deftones sound, and emotion... the overall CD just lacked the Deftones 'touch'. I found myself asking why I was still listening to the CD, it was boring and lacked their flair. Truely disappointed in this album, but still recommend all of the other albums this band has produced, they are truely wonderful to listen to, and fantabulous live. —… read full review »

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Misomysoup
Beverly Hills, CA

Small Town Girl by Kellie Pickler

Kellie Pickler's CD is incredible

a fan of good music, an online shopper

JUN

27

2008

I watched the year that Kellie was on American Idol and I loved her personality. I was not much of a fan of her singing on the show. She was ok and I knew she wouldn't win. I recently purchased her CD on eBay and boy was I shocked. Song after song I was impressed not only with her singing but he writing abilities. She wrote all the songs. A lot of them are inspired by her life events which make them even more powerful. — As a fan of all good music. I rate Kellie Pickler's "Small Town Girl" a 10 out of 10. I find a lot of music CD's have a couple of good songs and some real humdingers.… read full review »

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kingclayton
Arlington, VA

Stone Temple Pilots - Thank You

Always interesting

a fan of good music, an alternative listener

JUN

27

2008

In my opinion Stone Temple Pilots was the best musical group of the 90's. Why not some up all the hard-hitting hits in one convenient package. Thank You includes all the great songs that everyone knows and loves. From their hardcore debut Core with songs such as "Plush" and "Crackerman" to their more lighter songs such as "Sour Girl" and 'Interstate Love Song". An essential for all STP fans. — Tracks include: — "Vasoline" - 2:57 "Down" - 3:50 "Wicked Garden" - 4:07 "Big Empty" - 4:55 "Plush" - 5:13 "Big Bang Baby" - 3:24 "Creep" - 5:34 "Lady Picture Show" - 4:08… read full review »

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chupl1s
Budd Lake, NJ

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