http://www.viewpoints.com/Music Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:19:39 GMT Reviews about Music http://www.viewpoints.com/Blake-Shelton-Pure-BS-review-0fea6 I love this Cd. This CD is great from beginning to end. My favorite song is Can't Be Good and It aint easy being me. The CD is Blake Shelton's best CD so far. I never buy CD's but I would highly recommend to any country fan to but this CD. There are someone fun songs as well as romantic songs on the CD. The CD has a great flow going back and forth between the two.... Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:19:39 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Blake-Shelton-Pure-BS-review-0fea6 wsetwrestler 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Motley-Crue-Saints-of-Los-Angeles-review-be0c1 I've been a fan of Motely Crue since the 80's, so when I heard they were finally coming out with a new CD I was thrilled.  Also, a little worried that it wouldn't be as great as their music in the past since it's been awhile.  — This CD kicks butt!  It is every bit as awesome as their older music, and maybe even better.  They've done a great job of keeping the old sound they're famous for, but mixing in a new sound that will most likely get them new fans.  — Most of the songs on the CD are reflective of their days starting out together.  When you listen to the songs, after awhile you really start to feel like you're right there with them when they were struggling to make it.  The lyrics are great and each musician really comes together individually to create a great sound. — There are a dozen songs on this CD.  They are: — 1.L.A.M.F.  — 2.Face Down In the Dirt — 3.What's It Gonna Take —... Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:22:09 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Motley-Crue-Saints-of-Los-Angeles-review-be0c1 jasyjen 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/John-Williams-Boston-Pops-Orchestra-By-Request-The-Best-of-John-Williams-and-the-Boston-Pops-review-44fd4 I heard the 'Liberty Fanfare' on a live televised broadcast in 1986 as John Williams conducted the Boston Pops in Battery Park.  This was in honor of a four-night spectacular celebrating the hundredth anniversary of the Statue of Liberty.  Only a teenager but a huge fan, I wrote to John Williams asking if he would release an album of his favorite themes including 'Liberty Fanfare'.  I don't know if my letter had any influence, but a year later 'BY REQUEST...' was released. — — My favorite musical composer is John Williams.  I was fortunate to see him live in concert on May 21, 1991 conducting the Boston Pops with special guests Tony Bennett and Michel Legrand.  I also saw him perform live as the guest conductor for the Marine Band 210th anniversary concert on July 20, 2008 at the Kennedy Center.  John Williams is the BEST! — — A huge fan, — Clint Dantinne —... Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:36:39 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/John-Williams-Boston-Pops-Orchestra-By-Request-The-Best-of-John-Williams-and-the-Boston-Pops-review-44fd4 colonelc 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Laurie-Berkner-Buzz-Buzz-Childrens-Sing-A-Long-Music-CD-review-2b833 Laurie Berkner has a way with kids songs! Her energy is contagious as she sings about a pig on her head, a valley of vegetables, and cleaning up, among other things. And of course, the kids can buzz buzz buzz with Oscar, Jackson and Max, the bees that are the star of her title song on the album, "Buzz Buzz." — Nope, you probably can't do yoga to this CD. Yep, you might get a little tired of hearing it five times in a row if you're on a long trip (playing time is 49:26). But the kids will love singing and dancing with the silly lyrics on the CD. Just be careful or you might end up with a stuffed animal on your head. — For those who really want to know every silly word in the songs, feel free to stop by Laurie Bernker's official website. — My Viewpoint: — Buzz Buzz is a fun, silly, lively CD that my young children enjoy. —... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:50:45 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Laurie-Berkner-Buzz-Buzz-Childrens-Sing-A-Long-Music-CD-review-2b833 Katrena 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Pink-Floyd-Dark-Side-of-the-Moon-review-8b101 Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon is one of the albums that sent Pink Floyd skyrocketing into stardom and for good reasons.  With songs such as Money, Time, Eclipse, and Brain Damage, no wonder this album is off the charts.  Its songs combine calm and fast paced music along with great lyrics.  I recommend this album to... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:44:39 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Pink-Floyd-Dark-Side-of-the-Moon-review-8b101 qwerty123456 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Jonas-Brothers-by-Jonas-Brothers-review-87845 The Jonas Brothers CD doesn't get old. I've owned it since it came out last year and still keep it in my car and listen to it almost daily. These boys are extremely talented for their age and are sure to be big. Get this CD as soon as possible. They're not just for Disney fans! Their music has a pop/rock feel to it with fun songs that are sure to get stuck in your head.... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:37:34 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Jonas-Brothers-by-Jonas-Brothers-review-87845 kristenn 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/MEDWYN-GOODALL-Medicine-Woman-II-review-a74b2 I first heard a Medicine Woman CD when taking a Bradley birth class when I was pregnant with my first child. During one session, the instructor played Medicine Woman, and I found it to be so relaxing and made a mental note to remember the name of the CD. — To be honest, I decided to write it down because I knew I'd forget. But I did keep that piece of paper for seven years. After collecting enough points on MyCokeRewards, I decided to cash in my points for a free album download on Rhapsody. — I started teaching yoga classes after having my third baby, and I wanted to try some new music for my classes. How cool to find that piece of paper and sure enough I found several Medicine Woman CDs. — Medicine Woman II begins with lots of energy as I begin leading the yoga class in breathing and warming the core temperature of the body. The music flows nicely throughout the class. It doesn't have singing, which can be a distraction to some in yoga classes. The... Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:01:59 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/MEDWYN-GOODALL-Medicine-Woman-II-review-a74b2 Katrena 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Euge-Groove-Born-2-Groove-review-86f5 Bottom-Line: In the world of Smooth Jazz album Born 2 Groove is relatively short, checking in at (10) tracks, but those tracks have been well worth the double take.      Euge Groove is a Contemporary (Smooth) Jazz saxophonist with a sound and style similar to that of Richard Elliot, in fact he replaced him in the famed Jazz group Tower of Power when Elliot decided to pursue what is now a very successful solo career.  Euge Groove is also known for his (Pop) session work, most notably with the Miami girl group Exposé, which he has a No. sax sole hit on their album Seasons Change, and yet another on their 1993 hit CD I'll Never Get Over You (Getting Over Me). — Having not listened to Euge Groove's other offering I have nothing to compare Born 2 Groove to; I can only tell you that the sound is somewhat fresh, soulful, and engaging.  A big fan of the saxophone I have historically gravitated toward those artists.  Groove is... Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:37:41 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Euge-Groove-Born-2-Groove-review-86f5 TheBard 3 http://www.viewpoints.com/Til-the-Medicine-Takes-by-Widespread-Panic-review-9b605 This is the best band ever. You can't form a good opinion until you see them live. They are my favorite band of all time. This band brings music from a sound to a feeling. This album is tops for me. Blue Indian is the song that made me fall in love with them. Enjoy this album with a good glass of wine or on a road trip. They are the... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:42:41 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Til-the-Medicine-Takes-by-Widespread-Panic-review-9b605 kristys555 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Various-Artists-Top-14-Summer-Driving-Songs-review-249f3 I don't know about your part of the world, but here in the South (pronounced Souuuuuuth by us hillbillies) rolling down a country road in a pick-up with the windows down and fun music blaring into the country side, well thats almost as good as sittin' on the porch sippin' sweet tea in the evening as we watch the lighting bugs fire up the night air.  Shoot.  Its better.  The best summer songs are breezy, like a warm July wind, yet each conjures some memory that makes me smile.  That memory might be a beach, a drive in the country or just someone I was with. — — Summertime is also vacation time, and since an awful lot of us drive to those get-away destinations, its fun to have music keeping us company when the passengers are snoozing, leaving the driver to amuse themselves as the Goodyears churn the flat-top from in front of us to behind us.  So, I present you with my pick for the 14 summer songs best suited to keep your head bobbing and your face... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:06:14 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Various-Artists-Top-14-Summer-Driving-Songs-review-249f3 MikeMaroon 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Transformers-The-Movie-20th-Anniversary-Edition-Limited-Remaster-by-Original-Soundtrack-review-6e852 There are times at work when I need to make the day more interesting so I pop open iTunes and let the music flow freely. Recently, one song that played was “The Touch”. My co-worker looked at me and said, “This song is from Boogie Nights.” I looked at her and said, “Yes and no. It was played during Boogie Nights but this is the original version. Bewilderment spread across her face and she inquired, “What do you mean original version? I thought it was first played in Boogie Nights." Ah, to correct somebody is sometimes a curse. I’m used to it by now. “Believe it or not, this is not the first time the song has appeared. In fact, the first time it was heard was in 1986 in an animated feature called The Transformers: The Movie.” The silence that followed was deafening. — — While the 1986 animated feature film The Transformers: The Movie was average at best in its storyline, the soundtrack is definitely superior.... Sun, 13 Jul 2008 20:04:13 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Transformers-The-Movie-20th-Anniversary-Edition-Limited-Remaster-by-Original-Soundtrack-review-6e852 elvisdo 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Jonas-Brothers-by-Jonas-Brothers-review-71f64 The jonas brothers cd is amazing it has an ecclectic mix of different genres of music including pop, rock, emo, reggae, r and b, and soul.  here's a rundown of the cd.  1.  s.o.s. is a great feel good dance song especially if you just are fustrated with your love.  2.  hold on is an uplifiting song that will just put you in a better mood if youre feeling down. 3.  goodnight and goodbye is a quite ambitious song for the jonas brothers, and did a marvelous job.  great guitar parts.  4.  that's just the way we roll is a cute song.  5.  hello beautiful is one of those songs that just make your heart melt and makes you wish someone would sing it to you.  6.   still in love with you is an amazing song with wonderful lyrics. 7.  australia is an upbeat song and really fun.  8.  games is a good song to listen to if youre feeling down.  9.  when you look me on the eyes...need i say more. ... Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:03:39 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Jonas-Brothers-by-Jonas-Brothers-review-71f64 oceank62609 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Bon-Jovi-100-000-000-Bon-Jovi-Fans-Cant-Be-Wrong-Box-review-e8034 bon jovi is one of the best classic rock bands around! they have original music and aren't conforming to today's bands and sounds! these songs are meant for the true rock n rollers! you won't be disappointed! the great compilation of songs from bon jovi in this box set is perfect. i would reccomend this box set to everyone! add this to your collection. it's perfect and should go on the true rock fan's shelf! —... Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:33:34 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Bon-Jovi-100-000-000-Bon-Jovi-Fans-Cant-Be-Wrong-Box-review-e8034 bbm922 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Sex-and-the-City-Original-Motion-Picture-Soundtrack-review-9fd22 I laughed, I cried, I felt sympathy and love. The Sex and the City movie was everything I hoped it would be. This movie exemplified some of the best acting that each actress has ever done-- especially Kristin Davis' Charlotte. I was blown away! I've already seen it twice-- can't wait to purchase it on... Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:47:18 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Sex-and-the-City-Original-Motion-Picture-Soundtrack-review-9fd22 jillypiepancakes 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Day-26-Self-Titled-Album-review-a26f1 I love Day 26 because unlike some of the male groups coming out today, this boys really have talent and did I mention that they can really sing, I enjoy watching them perform and listening to their album, they give me goosebumps whenever I hear them sing acapella. I hope they stick around for a very long... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:30:26 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Day-26-Self-Titled-Album-review-a26f1 wrestlerchik 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Third-Eye-Blind-by-Third-Eye-Blind-review-52310 This album includesThird Eye Blind's big hit "Semi Charmed Life", but that is by far not the best song.  This album is on both mine and my husband's all time favorite list and we would both HIGHLY recommend this album along with any of the others that Third Eye Blind has released.  They are a great band with staying power and I expect them to be making music for many years to... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:10:10 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Third-Eye-Blind-by-Third-Eye-Blind-review-52310 Dezi718 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Chrisette-Michele-I-Am-review-cf502 Bottom-Line: My advice to Ms. Lewis: next time around, and no doubt there will be a next time, leave Mariah at home and bring your voice and personality to the musical table. — Who knew my 20-year old daughter had genuine taste in music!  But so it was from her that I first heard this new R&B diva with the voice forged from angel dust and frothing ocean water.  The songstress is 25-year old Chrisette Michele from Long Island New York, who released her first studio CD I Am, last June on Def Jam Records.  — And who knew Jay Z's Def Jam Record, long associated with the oft-times outlandish world of Hip-Hop, could nurture, let alone release Ms. Michele's soulful CD I Am, but here it is, and we are the better for it.  From the opening notes of track No. 1 Like A Dream, to the closing sweet notes of the last (untitled) bonus track, there is everything to love and nothing to loath about this album.  — Superbly engineered and produced, I Am pulls... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:48:29 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Chrisette-Michele-I-Am-review-cf502 TheBard 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Very-Best-Of-Diana-Krall-by-Diana-Krall--155909-review-da645 OK gals...if you can have Michael Bublè to drool over, I get Diana Krall.  And just like Michael Bublè, another Canadian.  "The Very Best Of Diana Krall" is a collection of her best songs commercially.  There are songs missing from previous CDs I like just as much, or more.  Can't please everyone, I guess.  None-the-less, if you don't own a Diana Krall CD as yet...this is the place to start.  Some timeless classics here.  Track listing... —... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:31:35 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/The-Very-Best-Of-Diana-Krall-by-Diana-Krall--155909-review-da645 OldHippie 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Souljaboytellem-com-by-Soulja-Boy-Tellem-review-17bc4 Soulja Boy is very talented. He is creative as well. Most people dont give him credit for his song either because the are deegrading or wack. Well to me Soulja Boys music is very good. If he's not talking about you, then give the boy his PROPS. I love S. Beezy! He is fine! — ... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:05:20 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Souljaboytellem-com-by-Soulja-Boy-Tellem-review-17bc4 PrincessKeyIah 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Guts-Le-bienheureux-review-9b2c5 Being lost in boredom sometimes can produce the greatest musical finds. In this manner I have discovered artists that I otherwise would have never come across. It's times like these that you can really appreciate the beauty of a new discovery and with Le bienheureux this point is made bright and clear. If you are familiar with Nightmares On Wax then Guts is perfectly suited for your musical pleasure. With binded hip and trip hop beats, blues, down-tempo, funky tight electronic arrangements, and solid production  Le bienheureux plays well and perfect for summer fun. A little over half feature vocals and none a featured better than on the song that started this ball rolling for me Skunkfunk. The song is trapped somewhere between 70's throwback soul and today's organic down-tempo coming together to make a song that I have not stop playing yet.......odd yet pure and beautiful!! — Track-list: —... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:01:57 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Guts-Le-bienheureux-review-9b2c5 gitbean 4