Sidetracks

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Leave it to Steve Earle to unleash one of the most off-the-wall odds 'n' sods collections ever; it's also, by the way, one of the most satisfying. Except for two plucky instrumentals originally meant for Transcendental Blues, there are no outtakes here, just a batch of movie-soundtrack songs, demos, live takes, and previously unreleased tracks. They include the inspired, revelatory "Me and the Eagle" (from The Horse Whisperer); the credible white-boy reggae "Johnny Too Bad" with the V-Roys; a churning remake of Nirvana's "Breed"; a storming, camp-free duet with Sheryl Crow on the Chambers Brothers' psychedelic period piece "Time Has Come Today"; and a demo of "Ellis Unit One" with the Fairfield Four that sounds like a field recording made inside the prison walls. It all hangs together to rank this among Earle's finest albums. --John Morthland

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Now in his 20th year as a recording artist, Steve Earle is one of America's most acclaimed and respected singer-songwriters. He is also one of the most prolific—and the latest result of his prodigious creative efforts is Sidetracks, a new 13-song collection comprised of previously unreleased numbers, music from film soundtracks, and unheard alternate versions.

"With the exception of two instrumentals," Steve explains, "these are not outtakes. They are, rather, stray tracks…that I am very proud of and that are either unreleased or underexposed."

Sidetracks,Steve Earle,Artemis Records,Adult Alternative Pop/Rock,Americana,New Traditionalist,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop,Roots Rock,Singer/Songwriter,United States of America

Average customer rating: Jewels from the vault WEIRD, DIVERSE AND FASCINATING And another thing This is a catchy album. Finally... a B-sides album that skips the filler!

Sidetracks Steve Earle Manufacturer: Artemis Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music New Traditionalist | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Rock | Styles | Music Roots Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Folk Rock | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music Singer-Songwriters | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Hard Way The Mountain Jerusalem Shut Up and Die Like an Aviator Just an American Boy ASIN: B000063CO9 Release Date: 2002-04-09

Tracks:

1. Some Dreams
2. Open Your Window
3. Me And The Eagle
4. Johnny Too Bad
5. Dominic Street
6. Breed
7. Time Has Come Today
8. Ellis Unit One
9. Creepy Jackalope Eye
10. Willin'
11. Sara's Angel
12. My Uncle
13. My Back Pages

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Leave it to Steve Earle to unleash one of the most off-the-wall odds 'n' sods collections ever; it's also, by the way, one of the most satisfying. Except for two plucky instrumentals originally meant for Transcendental Blues, there are no outtakes here, just a batch of movie-soundtrack songs, demos, live takes, and previously unreleased tracks. They include the inspired, revelatory "Me and the Eagle" (from The Horse Whisperer); the credible white-boy reggae "Johnny Too Bad" with the V-Roys; a churning remake of Nirvana's "Breed"; a storming, camp-free duet with Sheryl Crow on the Chambers Brothers' psychedelic period piece "Time Has Come Today"; and a demo of "Ellis Unit One" with the Fairfield Four that sounds like a field recording made inside the prison walls. It all hangs together to rank this among Earle's finest albums. --John Morthland

Album Description

Now in his 20th year as a recording artist, Steve Earle is one of America's most acclaimed and respected singer-songwriters. He is also one of the most prolific—and the latest result of his prodigious creative efforts is Sidetracks, a new 13-song collection comprised of previously unreleased numbers, music from film soundtracks, and unheard alternate versions.

"With the exception of two instrumentals," Steve explains, "these are not outtakes. They are, rather, stray tracks…that I am very proud of and that are either unreleased or underexposed."

Album Description

14 track collection by Steve Earle combining previously unreleased songs, music from film soundtracks and unheard alternate versions. Highlights include the Nirvana cover 'Breed' (bonus track from Transcendental Blues), 'My Uncle' (Flying Burritos cover) & 'Creepy Jackelope Eye' (with the Supersuckers from the Sub Pop EP). 2002.

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Jewels from the vault.......2006-04-05

Con una honestidad que desconocen la mayoría de artistas que triunfan en las listas, Steve Earle siempre ha evitado el concepto de "canciones de relleno" para alcanzar la duración habitual de un álbum.
Y por eso este "Sidetracks" no debe verse como un disco de descartes al uso, sino como un trabajo a la altura de sus álbumes anteriores. Si fuéramos rigurosos, diríamos que hay dos outtakes o cortes que finalmente no se incluyeron en "Trascendental Blues": los instrumentales "Dominick St." (de raíces celtas, grabado en Dublín con la banda de la acordeonista Sharon Shannon), y el luminoso bluegrass "Sara's Angel".
"Sidetracks" reúne algunas de las canciones que Earle compuso para el cine: el melancólico "Open Your Window" (para "Pay It Forward"), el precioso vals folk "Me And The Eagle" (para "The Horse Whisperer"), la lánguida balada "Ellis Unit One" (para "Dead Man Walking", en una versión diferente con los magníficos coros gospel de The Fairfield Four), y la reciente "Some Dreams" (para "The Rookie").
A lo largo de su carrera, Earle ha colaborado con gente de todo tipo, y "Sidetracks" recoge algunas de estas inspiradas aventuras periféricas, como el country rock "Creepy Jackalope Eye" con los Supersuckers. Y no falta un puñado de apasionadas versiones: el reggae "Johnny Too Bad" de los Slickers; el rabioso "Breed" de Nirvana; la balada "My Back Pages" de Bob Dylan; el "Willin'" de Lowell George (con sonoridad bluegrass y brillantes armonías vocales); el "My Uncle" de Gram Parsons (grabado en directo en Fargo); y el enérgico "Time Has Come Today" de los Chambers Brothers, a dúo con Sheryl Crow, para acallar a todos los modernillos que ultrajan el talento de la cantante.
"Sidetracks" documenta la personalidad atípica de Steve Earle, alejada de la etiqueta de "nuevo tradicionalista", y explica por qué es uno de los cantautores americanos más admirados, algo que Ryan Adams nunca conseguirá ni por asomo.

WEIRD, DIVERSE AND FASCINATING.......2006-03-18

Whew, talk about eclectic. Steve Earle sings with one the most potent southern accents known to mankind, but he puts his voice to all kinds of interesting use on Sidetracks, including reggae, grunge-punk, an Irish jig, psychedelic pop and (the least surprising, I suppose) bluegrass. All of it's good, too. Sidetracks compiles odds and ends that were made for various, non-album projects - movie soundtracks, e.p.'s, etc. that never occupied a space in his `official' catalog. Now they do, and the most amazing about this collection is the degree of continuity that is derived from such diversity.
"Some Dreams," "Open the Window" and "Me and the Eagle" open the album. All are written by Earle, and they set the tone for what might be much like any of Steve Earle's other great records, except for the sudden shift in styles that then takes place. From the `toasting' version of "Johnny Too Bad"(an outlaw song that fits Earle's persona like a glove) through a surprisingly vital version of Kurt Cobain's "Breed", the extent of Earle's talent and interests transcend any attempt at pigeonholing him as a country artist, alternative or otherwise.
His choice of covers spell out his abilities in ways that his songwriting does not. He duets with Sheryl Crow on "Time Has Come Today", the 60's soul-rocker made famous by the Chambers Brothers, and reinvests it with a rocking energy that updates, then eclipses, the original. Once Steve Earle takes hold of a song, it becomes his. Little Feat's "Willin'" has been covered so often that I could easily live without it these days, but Earle's version is the first that brings something new (and believable) to the song since Lowell George first recorded it in the early `70s. All in all, Sidetracks pulls itself together much better than otherwise might have been expected from such eclecticism. This'd make a cool choice for the CD scrambler. A- Tom

And another thing.......2005-10-12

Sort of a wrap-up of the period ending with Transcendental Blues; various songs done for non-album projects and such. Some fair to good typical Steve Earle songs, but pushed to four star status by Johnny Too Bad, Breed, and Time Has Come Today.

This is a catchy album........2003-06-14

There are a lot of good tunes on this album. I think that "Ellis Unit One" is a classic. "Creepy Jackelope Eye" just keeps growing on me, and "My Uncle" is a well done protest song with a sense of humor. The chorus on "Willin' just keeps coming back to me. There is a little bit of a lot of different things to like on this album. I think that I like this album most because almost all the songs are quality songs that are well done, and STeve Earle's versions are pretty good renditions of some great songs.

Finally... a B-sides album that skips the filler!.......2003-04-19

Overshadowed by the controversy that surrounded Steve's "Jerusalem" album last year, this unassuming CD is a hidden gem. Essentially, it's a hodgepodge collection of B-sides and other assorted songs from the vault. But unlike most other albums of this kind, it's listenable from start to finish.

What the album lacks in cohesiveness, it makes up for in musicianship and enthusiasm. The CD blasts off with "Some Dreams," a defiant, rollicking country rocker that Steve wrote for the Dennis Quaid film, "The Rookie." In the song, Steve slyly reminds us that "some dreams don't ever come true... but some dreams do." And "Dominick St." and "Sara's Angel" are two joyous bluegrass instrumentals from the "Transcendental Blues" sessions.

Steve has a lot of fun with an eclectic array of covers, too. He injects a little twang and a lot of attitude in his cover of Nirvana's "Breed." Little Feat's "Willin'" is transformed into a easygoing bluegrass number. And Steve's emotional rendering of the Bob Dylan classic, "My Back Pages," closes the album gracefully.

About the only track that fails on any level is "Time Has Come Today," his duet with Sheryl Crow. The song itself is pretty good... a little more polished than usual for Steve, but enjoyable nonetheless. But the song inexplicably splices 60s-era speeches from Abbie Hoffman and others in the middle of verses that adds nothing to the song.

Overall, I highly recommend this collection to Steve's fans. Neophytes may be better served with other albums including "Transcendental Blues", "I Feel Alright" and "Guitar Town". Even so, fans and nonfans alike will have a lot of fun listening to this one. Enjoy!

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Blue Note Sidetracks, Vol. 7 Various Artists Manufacturer: EMI/Blue Note ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000RMJ5D4 Release Date: 2006-11-30

Album Description

This is much more than a collection of terrific jazz from heavyweights like Duke Ellington with Max Roach & Charles Mingus, Eddie Gale, Herbie Hancock, Horace Parlan, Lou Donaldson and more. First of all the cover artwork is by the minimalist painter Barnett Newman. Secondly, the 11 tracks were chosen by Tom Barman, the lead singer of the Belgian band dEUS. And last but not least the music is interspersed with painters talking about art. The painters are Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Noland, Barnett Newman, Willem DeKooning, Adrian Piper and critic Clement Greenberg. This is volume 7 in the ace series from Blue Note Belgium. A very creative & unique release for fans of serious art & music. 2006.

Average customer rating: JAZZ CALIENTE...

Sidetracks Mixed By Buscemi-Caliente! ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B0002N5IXE Release Date: 2007-05-08

Album Description

Compilation of classic Blue Note sounds mixed to reflect different moods by Buscemi (aka Belgian DJ/Producer Dirk Swartenbroekx, who named his alter ego/project after the actor Steve Buscemi). Features Duke Pearson's 'Sandalia Dela', Peggy Lee's 'Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay', Art Blakey's 'So Tired', Ronny Jordan's 'Breauxlude' and more. 13 tracks.

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JAZZ CALIENTE..........2007-01-04

A nice Jazz compilation selected from one of my favourite Jazzy DJ.
Great BUSCEMI

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Blue Note Sidetracks Collection Various Artists Manufacturer: EMI/Blue Note ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000T97SP2 Release Date: 2006-09-28

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Blue Note Sidetracks, Vol. 5 Various Artists Manufacturer: EMI/Blue Note ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Jazz | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B000A2GSQ8 Release Date: 2004-12-02

Album Description

Compilation of classic Blue Note sounds mixed to reflect different moods by Lefto & Krewcial. Features Gene Harris, Dizzy Gillespie, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder and more. 22 tracks.

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Sidetracks Mixed By Alex Callier ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000NIIV46 Release Date: 2007-03-06

Album Description

Fabulous collection of great Jazz specially selected from the Blue Note catalog and then mixed by Hooverphonic's Alex Callier. Evoking a sultry mood similar to his full-time band, Callier expertly mixes this collection of tunes, evoking a warm and sexy atmosphere that will delight and excite the listener. 13 tracks including cuts from Nina Simone, Julie London, Chet Baker, Peggy Lee, June Christy, George Shearing Quintet with Dakota Staton, The Four Freshmen, Betty Carter and others. Stimulate your senses and relax at the same time with Blue Note: Sidetracks mixed by Alex Callier...you'll be glad you did! Blue Note.

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Sidetracks, Vol. 3: The Heikkinen Exclusive Keith Richie Manufacturer: Keith Richie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA99B4 Release Date: 2005-10-18

Tracks:

1. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 1
2. Arctic Shores
3. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 2
4. Ghost Town
5. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 3
6. Ptilopteri Waltz
7. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 4
8. Lost in Beijing
9. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 5
10. There Was Always the Rain
11. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 6
12. Mellow Fellow
13. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 7
14. Call
15. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 8
16. Sun in Central Park
17. Relaxed Breathing Session, Pt. 9
18. Ambient Highway
19. Keeping the Dream Alive

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Sidetracks, Vol. 4: Eye of the Innocent Keith Richie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B000GBE5TA Release Date: 2006-05-02

Tracks:

1. So Far, So Good
2. Eye of the Innocent
3. Big Wonder
4. Candles [Instrumental Version]
5. Past Times
6. Autumn Waltz
7. Blackberry Filling [Dance Mix]
8. Translucent

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Sidetracks, Vol. 1 Keith Richie Manufacturer: Keith Richie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA977U Release Date: 2005-10-11

Tracks:

1. 5 Pink Fingers
2. Longcoast Drive
3. Heading to the Post Office
4. Subway Ride Home
5. 5 Mile Shamrock
6. Ciarra
7. I Should Be Studying
8. Swiss Chocolate Factory
9. Cherry Filling

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Sidetracks, Vol. 2 Keith Richie Manufacturer: Keith Richie ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA97CU Release Date: 2005-10-11

Tracks:

1. Blinding Light
2. Blip Trippin
3. Dew from the Mourning Star
4. Black Magic
5. I Dream of Brighter Days
6. Crush Critical
7. Electric Panda
8. Seattle Walk

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1. Sing a Song for You
2. Singin' With Emmylou, Vol. 2
3. South Mouth
4. Stand Up
5. Steam
6. Stories and Songs
7. Submodalities [Import]
8. Swingin West
9. Tennessee Saturday Night
10. Texas Gold/Wheelin' & Dealin'

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