Reflect On

Track Listings
1. Dreamer's Waltz    
2. Yesterday    
3. Sleepwalk    
4. Stay Close to Me    
5. America    
6. Finally    
7. Blue Moon    
8. Thorn Tree    
9. Jock'O Hazeldean    
10. Reconciled    
11. The Water is Wide    
12. I Saw Our Love    
13. Home in the Heartland    
14. Rancho Mirage    
15. Pass the Buck    

Editorial Reviews
Bob Moesch
such a sense of peace & tranquility. a beautiful collection of expertly done compositions. ...interweaving of styles and instruments, flawless.

Bill Sherwood
I am awed at the masterful recordings ... Your virtuosity and love for the acoustic sound is beautifully apparent.

Album Description
A gentle instrumental record of comforting music which is an exploration of short songs with great melodies adapted for steel string acoustic guitar. Some of these tunes are well known melodies of the twentieth century, while others are less known but no less beautiful. This music is like chocolate for the ears, delicious and soothing. Stylistically the music is quite varied with the common thread simply that they are interpreted for the acoustic guitar. There is Celtic music, jazz leanings and some fresh takes on oldies like "Blue Moon", "Sleepwalk" and the Beatles’ "Yesterday". While predominantly a guitar record, several of the songs are richly augmented by flute on the more Celtic tunes and saxophone on a couple of the jazzier pieces. Some creative percussion rounds out a record ideal for those quiet times, melting away the stresses of the day.

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Looking for the Moon
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Are you looking for the Moon
  • 21st century Paxton
  • Understated and very moving
  • McCABE'S #4 - Tom Paxton 02-14-2004
  • Park, then Listen
Looking for the Moon
Tom Paxton
Manufacturer: Appleseed Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Contemporary Folk | Folk | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B00006JTDU
Release Date: 2002-10-22

Tracks:

  1. Looking for the Moon
  2. My Pony Knows the Way
  3. Me and a Couple of Angels
  4. Easy Now, Easy
  5. Homebound Train
  6. Early Snow
  7. My Oklahoma Lullaby
  8. My River
  9. Come Away With Me
  10. Marry Me Again
  11. The Same River Twice
  12. Life in the Key of C
  13. The Bravest

Album Description

"Looking for the Moon" marks the first new solo studio CD for adults since 1994 by Tom Paxton, one of the greatest folksingers and songwriters of this century. On this CD, Paxton presents thirteen original songs emphasizing personal themes that encompass modern day life and the current cultural climate. Many compositions concern the inevitable and insidious march of aging and progress and their effects on average citizens. "The Chisholm Trail became the road to Disneyland," rues Tom in his modern day cowboy song, "My Pony Knows the Way." Small communities crumble beneath economic hard times in "Early Snow" and "My Oklahoma Lullaby." Nature's curative powers are given their due in "My River" and "Come Away with Me," and the tides of love carry the tender "Me and a Couple of Angels," "Marry Me Again" and "Easy Now, Easy." "Homebound Train" is a heartbreakingly poignant account of a ten-year-old boy coping with the death of his father. An early version of the CD's most topical song was a computer-age hit as the most downloaded song, for free, on the efolkmusic.com website - "The Bravest" is Tom's tribute to the heroes of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, particularly the firefighters who risked (and lost) their lives in their rescue efforts at the stricken World Trade Center.

Like Paxton's last two "grown-up" solo records, "Looking for the Moon" was produced by veteran producer/musician Jim Rooney, who has also produced CDs for John Prine and Nanci Griffith, the latter of whom adds backing vocals to two tracks here. Anne Hills, a frequent Paxton partner, contributes beautiful soprano vocals behind Tom on five songs. Other supporting musicians include dobro-player Al Perkins (previously with Emmylou Harris's Nash Ramblers, the Flying Burrito Brothers, and Stephen Stills' Manassas), guitarist Mark Howard, who has backed Iris Dement, Nanci Griffith and John Hartford, pianist Mark Wasner, who has written hits for Vince Gill and Garth Brooks, and relative newcomer Tim Crouch, who boosts the Nashville-recorded CD's country tinges with his nimble mandolin and fiddle.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Are you looking for the Moon.......2005-11-23

A great mix of songs. His "The Bravest", a tribute to the fallen firefighters of the 9/11 tragedy is the best that one could ever hope to hear. As a retired firefighter I can tell you that he "nailed" it.

3 out of 5 stars 21st century Paxton.......2005-08-16

It is an enjoyable album. However, the witty pointedness present in Tom Paxton's 60's and 70's albums, is gone. Instead there are relevant social comments, a tribute to the fire fighting crews attending the September eleven catastrophe and the odd love song, often performed in a country and western style not present in Paxton's earlier albums.

5 out of 5 stars Understated and very moving.......2005-07-21

An album of lovely, contemplative songs. There are songs of loss, such as "Homebound Train". "Marry Me Again" is a wonderful tribute to lasting love.

4 out of 5 stars McCABE'S #4 - Tom Paxton 02-14-2004.......2004-02-16

This is my personal review of Tom Paxton's concert at McCabe's in Santa Monica on Valentine's night 02/14/2004. This was the first concert at McCabe's for my new girlfriend Julie, who had never seen a folk concert before. I was shocked at how much fun she had, as well as myself, as Tom entertained the audience with catchy small numbers and spotlighting his incredible sense of humor and incorporating fun into his music. Tom performed several of his classic songs, along with new songs from this fine album. My favorites would include the title track, "Homebound Train", "Me and A Couple of Angels" and a fine tribute to the NYC Firefighters who died on 9-11-01 in "The Bravest". Tom also did a couple of numbers for us lovers that night, including a new song "Come Away With Me". Along with Tom, special guests Carolyn Haster and her husband David Bloom joined in to perform a song or two from her incredible music library. Overall, A fine concert from one of folk's best performers. Tom honored a special guest in the audience - a man who helped get Tom (and many other folkies) started at Elektra Records 40 years ago, Mr. Jac Holzman. It was an honor to shake his hand after the show just to say 'thank you' - as well as meeting Tom and introducing him to Julie, who seemed to like very much =) He signed my CD "To Joe, Tom Paxton" - Thanks Tom Paxton for a special night. Peace - JG "Bear"

5 out of 5 stars Park, then Listen.......2002-12-08

The first time I heard this CD was while driving and listening to the local folk music show. One moment I was a middle-aged man in a Volvo running errands, and the next I was a longhaired hippy type sailing down the highway in my VW bus, looking for dragons. By the time I got control back I had driven by my home and was on my way to California. I believe that is called spontaneous regression.

Tom Paxton was about as much a part of my post-adolescent years as was the psychedelic music of the sixties. Back in those days it was important to be stirred up by the music to the point where you all sang along and did strange things like group hugs. And nobody does that with the same evocative flair as Tom Paxton. Nowadays many would consider much of this music as a bit too hokey, but back then it brought a tear to one's eye and woke a bit of revolution in your heart.

It still does. From 'Looking for the Moon' to 'Come Away with Me' these are all touchstone songs - melodic, mostly tender, and easy to sing along with. Don't expect deep anguish or heavy sarcasm. Do expect a lot of wistful tenderness and a surprising musical complexity that underlies was initially seems to be simple tune making. I hope this album touches more people than just those liable to sudden nostalgia attacks. It seems to me that the world would be at least a little improved if more people stopped to listen.
Two Classic Albums from The Anita Kerr Singers:  Reflect on the Hits of Burt Bacharach & Hal David/Velvet Voices and Bold Brass
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Give it a chance-really
  • I'd Forgotten
  • A Lyrical and Instrumental Masterpiece
  • Much of her Best Work
  • This is marvelous CD; add it to your collection
Two Classic Albums from The Anita Kerr Singers: Reflect on the Hits of Burt Bacharach & Hal David/Velvet Voices and Bold Brass
Anita Kerr Singers
Manufacturer: Collector's Choice
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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  1. From Nashville...The Hit Sound

ASIN: B00000IAT9
Release Date: 1999-08-17

Tracks:

  1. What's New Pussycat?
  2. Alfie
  3. Are You There (With Another Girl)
  4. In Between The Heartaches
  5. The Windows Of The World
  6. Do You Know The Way To San Jose?
  7. Don't Make Me Over
  8. Walk On By
  9. Whoever You Are, I Love You
  10. I Say A Little Prayer
  11. The Look Of Love
  12. A House Is Not A Home
  13. What The World Needs Now Is Love
  14. You've Made Me So Very Happy
  15. You And I
  16. When The World Was Young
  17. My Way
  18. Happy Heart
  19. Lalena
  20. God Bless The Child
  21. Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da
  22. The Windmills Of Your Mind
  23. Goodbye
  24. Suppose

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Give it a chance-really.......2003-05-07

Plain and simple if you like good music , then you cannot go wrong with this double CD. I appreciate good music, but I usually prefer alternative music from the 1980's through today. However I decided to buy this as a gift for my wife. We listened to it and wow, some of these songs, especially the Burt Bacharach stuff is so 60's cool. I am not familiar with other interpretations, but Anita does a fine job here. She has a strong smooth voice. I thought she would be a bit more sultry in her singing some of these, but maybe that is the point. The song is so good, she doesn't need to add more sensuality. I will say her male back-up singers get in the way at times.
Put it on as you are working around the house and you'll find yourself huming these songs in no time!

5 out of 5 stars I'd Forgotten.......2001-01-09

I remember the album the Anita Kerr Singers Reflect on the Music of Bacharach and David. I'd forgotten the wonderful smooth voices and terrific arrangements. I've since learned that this group sang backup on literally hundreds of Nashville hits during the 60's. A wonderful group run by a woman, in a time when women got little respect.

5 out of 5 stars A Lyrical and Instrumental Masterpiece.......2000-05-01

Anita Kerr was a gifted arranger, composer, conductor, and songstress. This CD captures two of her better known and widely admired albums. This first is a soft and sentimental reflection on many of the works of the legendary Burt Bacharach and Hal David. The second is a livelier, more vivid interpretation of works made famous by The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, Andy Williams and others. And that's what Anita Kerr and her singers do best...provide their own fresh and original interpretation of contemporary pop classics of their era.

Their warm, mellow, vocal harmonies are accented by sharp, clear brass; soaring strings; rich, deep bass; and rhythmic percussion. The vocal and instrumental treatments combine to form music ringing with subtlety, clarity, and matchless beauty. Their music evokes a rainbow of emotions from whimsy, to reflection, to romance, and even rapture. This is a CD to soothe the soul and inspire the heart...

5 out of 5 stars Much of her Best Work.......2000-02-08

IMHO, "Reflect..." was arguably the best AK album recorded with her classic line up. After her tenure with Decca, as part of the famous "Nashville Sound" Machine of the 60s, AK went on to record a series of concept albums featuring her restrained yet sexy jazz-pop voice, her sensitively capable singers, and her voluptuous orchestral arrangements.

Until recently, these masters have been locked away in record vaults all over the world, held hostage by late-60s label failures/takeovers and studio/marketing politics. I'm very glad, however, to see them slowly return to the catalogue through semi-independent companies like COLLECTOR'S CHOICE and ONE WAY RECORDS (and at an affordable price as well).

With "Reflect" remastered, released and in my possession, I now await "Its AK Country," "We Dig Mancini" and "The Sea" to reappear so I can also add these classics to my collection.

So, how about it, guys?

5 out of 5 stars This is marvelous CD; add it to your collection.......2000-01-16

This is it. Stop shopping. Any lover of 70s tunes, especially Bacharach, will love this double album set of Anita Kerr singers. The quartet's harmony and arranging is superb and the talented foursome provides its own introspection on some of Bacharach's more meaningful songs, i.e Alfie, Windows of the World, etc. This is not Ray Conniff by any means. Sublime vocals and a disc you'll never tire of listening to.
A Girl Like Me
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • This Record Is FIRE!
  • It Has Its Moments
  • Check It Out - You Should Get This CD
  • Nikkole's A Girl Like Me is Excellent!
  • HOT, HOT, HOT...There are no other words to describe this cd!
A Girl Like Me
Nikkole
Manufacturer: SE Entertainment Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000BGQWZU
Release Date: 2005-10-11

Tracks:

  1. RSVP (featuring Melle Mel)
  2. It's Too Late (featuring The Emotions)
  3. Gon' Bounce
  4. Breathe
  5. I Wish
  6. Baby, Baby
  7. Waiting
  8. Lollipop
  9. I Think Of You (featuring Shadii)
  10. Amazing
  11. Nothing Without You
  12. Drive You Crazy (featuring Wendi & Wyann with Sober)
  13. And You Love Me Too
  14. That's What Life's About
  15. Over It special version in Japanese from the album, "Appearances"
  16. A Girl Like Me

Product Description

On A Girl Like Me, Nikkole welcomes the legendary sister act, The Emotions of Best Of My Love fame on the albums title track and the first single, Its Too Late. In addition, one of the legendary founders of present day Rap and Hip-HopMelle Mel, makes an appearance on RSVP. Hot new MC, Sober and the captivating duo Wendi & Wyann are featured on the blazin cut, Drive You Crazy. Newcomer, Shadii brings his hot urban style to I Think Of You. Nikkole has been compared to such vocal greats as Mariah Carey and Deneice Williams, on tracks like "Gon' Bounce" and "Amazing" Nikkole hits high notes that are out of the stratosphere. With uninhibited, powerful thought provoking lyrics and a unique style that is all her own, Nikkole will cause your musical cup to overfloweth. A Girl Like Me, will introduce you to a real artist, who is original and true to herself!

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars This Record Is FIRE!.......2006-08-02

This album by Nikkole is definitely a winner! I mean it has everything. I just read about her in Ebony Magazine (August 2006) and they are right --- this cd is a must have for any music lover. The girl can sing...I mean really sing! She has got a range like Mariah Carey and the attidude of Teena Marie. And, she is really beautiful. Nikkole has the entire package.

Let's talk about the cuts on the cd:

1. RSVP / feat. Melle Mel - this is a great opener because it is uptempo and a definite dance cut. Melle Mel (Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five) comes out of hiding and he couldn't have chosen a better artist to team up with. This is a hot joint.

2. It' Too Late / feat. The Emotions - This song is just beautiful. I've heard it on the radio many times here and I have to say this is one of my favorites. It was an excellent choice as the first single. The Emotions sound great on this song and they pair very well with Nikkole. The harmonies are lush and delicious! Nikkole hits some really high notes in this one.

3. Gon' Bounce - Hot, Hot, Hot song, this has got to be my favorite on the album and I am so glad that this song was chosen as Nikkole's second single! If this song doesn't get you moving; then you must be dead. Watch out Mariah... Nikkole is hitting some notes that are up there in your neighborhood. Excellent cut!

4. Breathe - This song is very poetic and beautiful. When I hear it, I get visions of being wisked far away and feeling free. If you want some smooth real soul music, then you'll love this track.

5. I Wish - Another winner. It has hit written all over it. Lovely, deep and compelling ballad with very lush vocals.

6. Baby, Baby - I love this one too. This song has such a hypnotic beat...it's just infectious.

7. Waiting - Nikkole is definitely an R&B singer with crossover appeal, because songs like this one can reach everyone's soul and spirit.

8. Lollipop - Sexy, sexy, sexy, did I say sexy. This has got to be one of the most cleverly written songs on the album with the use of candy terms to describe her man. I mean Nikkole knows how to give it to you soft and easy and she knows how to get you on the dancefloor. All of the lyrics paint such vivid pictures.

9. I Think Of You / feat. Shadii - This is certainly an Urban / Neo-Soul song with Nikkole pairing up with crooner Shadii. They work the hell out of this song!

10. Amazing - Did she call this one Amazing? Well it definitely is that! Nikkole is one singin' sistah on this song. She hits the highs, the midrange and the lows on this cut. Nikkole is one AMAZING singer. I really love this song.

11. Nothing Without You - Nikkole has a sort-of Alicia Keys type of vibe here, yet it is remarkably all her own on this bluesy, soulful number. This song is really like some good Down South Blues with a contemporary storyline. I'd love to see this song in Nikkole's live show. I'll bet she's gonna wear this one out.

12. Drive You Crazy / feat. Wendi & Wyann with Sober - Another great team up on this club banger! If you want to dance, well get ready because I know you won't be able to keep your feet still with this one! Very, very Hot!

13. And You Love Me Too - Wow, a beautiful love song that is simply stated and not over done. It is very warm and poetic. It also takes you away from your cares for a few moments and makes you feel very peaceful.

14. That's What Life's About - Now who said Nikkole couldn't Rock you out. This song has a little bit of rock flair with soulful riffs and vocals. Nikkole is working it on this song.

15. Over It (Special Version in Japanese from "Appearances") - BEAUTIFUL!!! I don't understand what she is singing about accept in the choruses, but I love the way it sounds. Kinda reminds me of a big group from the late 70's early 80's that used to do a lot of Japanese themed stuff --- A Taste Of Honey!

16. A Girl Like Me - The title track has got to be another one of those infectious, percussive songs. It is a boastful, happy song that is definitely a sing-a-long! I can see you school girls gettin' down with this one. It is a great song and a great way to close out the cd!

I certainly wish Nikkole nothing but success because she deserves it! This album is HOT and no one can deny that. Her artistry speaks for itself and according to the articles that I have read on her, she writes, produces and arranges all of her stuff. Nikkole if your reading this out there, you have got yourself a fan for life!

Everyone, do yourselves a favor, if you love good music, I mean really good music, then grab a copy of "A Girl Like Me" by Nikkole. All of the songs on this cd are truly GREAT!!!

3 out of 5 stars It Has Its Moments.......2006-07-20

It's about time that a (white) female artist comes out who doesn't over-sing or imitate Whitney Houston. It's refreshing to hear someone sing in their own voice and know that it's coming from within. Moving on to the CD. The music on here could be classified as R&B, even there are some pop overtones. Most of the songs were okay, but nothing that would grab you. I wasn't too thrilled with the synthesized music and Nikkole's vocals would've been better accompanied with real playing instruments. Nikkole has a good voice, but she needs to work on finding her own style. From the way I see it, these songs could've been performed by anybody. She should add a little pizzazz and stay away from any pop influence.

5 out of 5 stars Check It Out - You Should Get This CD.......2005-10-28

I bought this cd and I was so impressed with the songs. Nikkole can sing, and these tracks are crazy cool. She even sings in Japanese. This cd has got a song for whatever mood you're in. See for yourself!

5 out of 5 stars Nikkole's A Girl Like Me is Excellent!.......2005-10-25

Wow, I heard her cd on itunes and I have to tell you it is amazing. Like every song is HOT. My favorite's are Nothing Without You, I Wish and Gon' Bounce. This girl can sing, I keep hearing that one she sings with The Emotions, It's Too Late on the radio here in Houston. Everyone should own this cd.

5 out of 5 stars HOT, HOT, HOT...There are no other words to describe this cd!.......2005-10-16

Nikkole has got to be one of the Hottest artists around these days. I have not heard an album this good in a very long time. All of the tracks are great, I find it hard to pick a favorite. I do really love the first single, "It's Too Late" which features The Emotions. The Emotions haven't sounded like this since their days with Maurice White and Earth, Wind & Fire. The Emotions are at the top of their game on this track and Nikkole is singing her a** off. Another one of my favorites is "Gon' Bounce," that song is so off-the-chain that words can not describe how HOT this track is. Other favs are, "Breathe" - "I Wish" - "Waiting" - "I Think Of You" - "Lollipop" - "Amazing" - "Drive You Crazy" - "Nothing Without You" - I really could go on because all of the songs are on FIRE!!! Nikkole is going to be around for years to come. She truly has one of those voices that legends are made of!
Return to Innocence
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Return to Innocence
    Eliah
    Manufacturer: eliah
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music
    Solo InstrumentalSolo Instrumental | New Age | Styles | Music
    ASIN: B000CA8SCU
    Release Date: 2004-07-13

    Tracks:

    1. Sunflower
    2. Morning Light
    3. Take Me Back to Brazil
    4. Full Circle
    5. You Will Always Be a Part of Me
    6. Mooten's Wooten
    7. Moving On
    8. Return to Innocence
    I Love You...Always
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • I Love You...Always
    I Love You...Always
    Aaron Eddy
    Manufacturer: Apg Productions
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
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    GeneralGeneral | R&B | Indie Music | Stores | Music
    ASIN: B00008NP4V
    Release Date: 2003-02-11

    Tracks:

    1. Prayer
    2. Never Would've Known
    3. Always
    4. Do You Remember?
    5. Tryin' to Communicate
    6. Interlude
    7. Your Time
    8. Best in Me
    9. Do You Feel Like?
    10. Sometimes
    11. Reprise
    12. Always (acoustic)
    13. I'm Still in Awe

    Album Description

    "I Love You... Always" is a Christian Love Song CD designed to enrich marriages. This CD attempts to inspire couples to open channels of communication so that their relationship might be strengthened. Inspired by his own marriage, Aaron realized the need for such an avenue. "God placed a desire in my heart to write songs that would say what we as men sometimes feel, but don't always put into words." The project provides relaxing, mood-setting music with song styles ranging from acoustic silhouettes to R&B ballads. The title song, Always, was originally written for his own wedding and performed during the entrance of his bride. This song is perfect for any bride walking down the aisle.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars I Love You...Always.......2003-03-07

    I heard the song 'Always' at a wedding I went to recently, and it was just beautiful. It touched everybody.
    From Generation to Generation
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      From Generation to Generation
      Omaha Cast Record
      Manufacturer: Original Cast Record
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Musicals | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00000HY9B
      Release Date: 1999-04-27

      Tracks:

      1. Overture
      2. Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel & Leah
      3. Scene Change Music
      4. From Generation to Generation
      5. Sabbath Prayer
      6. Soldier Song
      7. Scene Change Music
      8. Goin' On A Mission!
      9. We're All Going To Israel!
      10. One Day
      11. I Love To Kvetch
      12. Entr'acte
      13. Golda!
      14. Ani L'Dodi -- The Wedding Song
      15. Life Was Simple Then
      16. Convert's Lament
      17. Once Upon A Time
      18. Scene Change Music
      19. So Quickly
      20. Scene Change Music
      21. Light of Torah
      22. "Generation" Reprise
      23. Life Was Simple Then --The Rock Version

      Album Description

      From Generation to Generation is a heartwarming and humorous musical that focuses on Rose, a mother who is creating a unique and enduring gift for her unborn granddaughter.

      Music taken from this award-winning play touches the hearts and souls of all who experience it. It binds the story of the play together through the idea of an ethical will recorded by Rose as a legacy to pass from generation to generation. As the titles reveal, the nineteen lively original songs (plus four scene change selections) cover a range of emotions about Rose's life.

      While the musical is about a Jewish family, the music describes Rose's experiences, family values, and legacies that could represent any family.

      The music is written by Karen Sokolof Javitch with lyrics by Javitch and Joanie Jacobson. Musical arrangements for "From Generation to Generation" are by Chuck Penington of Mannheim Steamroller.
      Musician With A Day Job
      Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
      • A Buried Treasure
      • Best chill out songs I have heard in a long time.
      Musician With A Day Job
      Akbar Muhammad
      Manufacturer: A. & M. Enterprises/Zairejazz Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
      Smooth JazzSmooth Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music
      ASIN: B00005MG92
      Release Date: 2001-02-19

      Tracks:

      1. The Boss Says: "We the Best!"
      2. Song for Sister Sandra
      3. Ebony Beauty
      4. Blessed I Am
      5. Too Soft
      6. All I want is some Damn Respect
      7. The Self-Expressive Dance
      8. Funky Mood in a Blue Mode
      9. Rahman

      Album Description

      A & M Enterprises, Inc.(AMEI)is the registered name of a business that is owned and operated by Akbar and Malinda Muhammad from their home in the City of Gardena, California and in the County Of Los Angeles. The company specializes in Consulting and Training in Job Safety and Driver's Education (and Behind-the-Wheel Training). Another one of its services is in entertainment, hence, during the early part of this year work was started on the CD, "Musician with a Day Job."

      Akbar is a well recognized musician who has traveled extensively throughout the United States with various bands. He plays saxophone (and other woodwind instruments) and for the last 15 years, played the first alto chair in the band of Louis Burke 18-piece orchestra until Mr. Burke passed away in 1992.

      Also during this time, he worked at Cardinal Transportation as the Safety Director from 1987 up to the this present time and is still working there. He is not interested in the trails of touring because of his many committment to various other enterprises he is involved in locally. He does moonlighting for several other businesses and is often guest speaker at safety seminars across the State of California.

      He started his own business out of necessity to account for the extra money that needed to be reported to IRS and found that it was also a form of tax shelter to make investments. Now he and his wife have operated at a marginal profit for the last 10 years. With this new album, they expect to become very busy trying to get exposure for what they both believe is a very good effort by Akbar and the musicians used on this work. This is the very first attempt by both at recording original compositions by Akbar who has retained all rights to the music all these years. It is a dream come true.

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars A Buried Treasure.......2005-06-08

      I should've heard some of these songs on CD101.9 but I never did. Maybe i can still request them, because others should hear how old school pros bring in, but it doesn't sound like it is "old." Know what I mean? Soulful! I've heard criticism that CD101.9 is fake jazz. I don't think those critics would be disappointed with this album.

      Nine quality songs (not 18 tracks of garbage, with maybe one song that you like) that all are enjoyable. There are songs that have a happy feel, a groovy feel, and a romantic evening feel (dinner and dancing).



      By the way, I am not the artist.

      4 out of 5 stars Best chill out songs I have heard in a long time........2002-04-09

      Every song is pleasant to listen to and offers an opportunity to relax and become soothed by sounds of smooth saxophone, piano, bass and drums. Track 5 brings an in-your-face look at some cold statistical facts about crime in America and the role of our justice system in dealing with it. After the shock of this track, the lyrical styling of Akbar and company quickly wipes away the reality of suffering in the world to the possibility of a better time. There is a definite happy sound to the closing tracks leaving the listener with good vibes ringing in the air. Would really like to hear more from these artists in the near future.
      Long Tracks of Steel
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Long Tracks of Steel
        Shawn Helwig
        Manufacturer: Shu-Dog
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Country | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B000CAKF2Q
        Release Date: 2005-04-26

        Tracks:

        1. Honey, That Ain't No Lie
        2. Special
        3. Never Leave Home Again
        4. Honky-Tonkin' Saturday Night
        5. Ace in the Hole
        6. Long Tracks of Steel
        7. Out of Sight (Not out of My Mind)
        8. Loving You Is All I Need
        9. Can't Do It Without You
        10. Tennessee's Smile
        11. This Must Be Love
        12. Thank You
        Pictures
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Pictures
          Neal A. Topliff
          Manufacturer: Harbour Light Music
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | New Age | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music
          GeneralGeneral | New Age | Indie Music | Stores | Music
          ASIN: B0001535CE
          Release Date: 2001-08-10

          Tracks:

          1. Fences
          2. The Promise
          3. A Song For Alice
          4. Day Dreams
          5. Forever
          6. Pictures
          7. My Angel
          8. Heaven Sent
          9. A Walk In The Woods
          10. Taking Flight
          11. Grandpa's Song
          12. Goodnight My Son

          Album Description

          These brilliant, soul stirring piano melodies will help you reflect on some of the happiest times in your life.
          Sister Lucy
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            Sister Lucy
            Morri Namaste
            Manufacturer: Morri Namaste
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            GeneralGeneral | Blues | Styles | Music
            ASIN: B000CAJHPC
            Release Date: 2004-10-19

            Tracks:

            1. Sister Lucy
            2. She Looked Away
            3. Song of Peace
            4. Tonight
            5. Arizona Lady
            6. Captain Joseph Brown's Homecoming Day
            7. Young Carmalee
            8. Draggin' Me Down
            9. Tumblin' Down
            10. Down at the End of the Bar
            11. Homeless People Living in the USA
            12. Flower
            13. Song of Peace - Reprise

            Music Album:

            1. Release From Stress
            2. Reverie
            3. Rusty Willoughby
            4. Scott Ferraro
            5. Settle Down
            6. Ship to Shore [Import]
            7. Smiley and the Lovedawg
            8. Such a World
            9. Talking to Myself
            10. Tapestry of Solo Harp

            Music Album

            Music Album