Little Brother

1. Fallen Down

2. Your Little Girl

3. Scattered

4. Little Brother Blues

5. Remnant

6. Playing for Keeps

7. Fever Kept Me Up All Night

8. Don't Bend, Just Break

9. Shadow on the Wall

10. I Like Girls

11. My Bones Will Be the Picture Frame

Little Brother,Beaver Nelson,Freedom (City Hall),Country,Pop,Rock/Pop

Average customer rating: I Hope Everyone Is Listening To WJLR (Rating: 8 out of 10- -4 stars) Good Hip-Hop music Pure hip-hop The reason why i love hip hop This is all that matters!!!!!

The Listening Little Brother Manufacturer: Abb Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 Connected The Minstrel Show Sleepers Murs 3:16: The 9th Edition ASIN: B000089CGF Release Date: 2003-03-18

Tracks:

1. Morning
2. Groupie Pt.2
3. For You
4. Speed
5. Whatever You Say
6. Make Me Hot
7. The Yo-Yo
8. Shorty On The Lookout
9. Love Joint Revisited
10. So Fabulous
11. The Way You Do It
12. Roy Lee, Producer Extraordinaire
13. The Getup
14. Far Away From Me
15. Nobody But You
16. Home
17. Nighttime Maneuvers
18. The Listening

Product Description

Somewhere between the jazzy, feel-good grooves of A Tribe Called Quest and the yin-yang chemistry of Outkast lies Little Brother. The Durham, NC trio make music that brilliantly splits the line between art and commercialism, all while maintaining their fun-loving hip-hop purist stance. The group's members; MC's Phonte and Big Pooh, along with DJ/producer 9th Wonder met in 1998 while attending North Carolina Central University. Within a few short months of recording, the trio had gathered enough songs to grab the attention of local music lovers, radio DJ's, and club promoters. The group received frequent spins on college radio. They regularly headlined at local venues and opened for national acts such as Tha Liks and Defari. When the group made its music available for download on the Internet, a substantial buzz built far outside of North Carolina, and it eventually earned them a deal with the Oakland-based ABB Records in 2002. In early 2003, Little Brother released its full-length debut, The Listening, which won widespread critical praise.

Customer Reviews:

I Hope Everyone Is Listening To WJLR (Rating: 8 out of 10- -4 stars).......2007-03-28

North Carolina's hip hop group Little Brother is one of those groups who rhyme seriously, but at the same time humorous. When you listen to Phonte and Big Rapper Pooh, they both have a sense of humor, and I think that is why people love them so much. What I like about thier rhymes is that some of the stuff I can relate to as well. "Shorty On The Lookout" is a jammin song about picking up the females. "The Yo-Yo" is another excellent song, along with the chorus that it carries, repeating "Yo" numorous times. 9th Wonder's production is excellent as well. Mostly because he uses heavy drums. "So Fabolous" has nice production from him. "The Get Up" has a dope beat as well. Most of the production on this album will make your head nod.

Although LB is an excellent group, they do have flaws. Not too often 9th swithes up his drums, and it shows. There are some tracks that are skippable as well, such as "Groupie Pt 2". Also I wasn't feeling the track "Nobody But You" as well. Also the interludes got a little old, especially "Make Me Hot". Other than that, this album is highly enjoyable. Little Brother shows their versitality on this album. This album dropped in early '03, and it took me a while to find it because of the place I was residing at the time this album came out. This album didn't get distributed widely like other albums did. They dropped "The Minstruel Show" in '05 (which was a little overrated in my opinion). But anyway, If you like some head nodding hip hop tracks and dope lyrics, you will like this album.

Lyrics: A-
Production: A-
Guest appearances: N/A
Musical Vibes: B
Overall: A-

My Favorite Tracks: For You, Speed, The Yo-Yo, Shorty On The Lookout, So Fabolous, The Get Up, The Listening

Peace Everyone!!!

Good Hip-Hop music.......2007-01-12

I do not get lost in the beats, but please listen to the message that these three brothers are putting down. The cd was worth every dollar I spent.

Pure hip-hop.......2006-10-31

I'm old school, and these guys keep it real. None of that new comercial stuff. This CD is worth a buy, pick it up.

The reason why i love hip hop.......2006-10-09

This rap group Little Brother has some of the best lyrics in hip hop. They come hard on each track and they have excellent procuction by 9th Wonder. I Just got on the Little Brother Bandwagon last year but, I will never stop bumping their music. They Have a swagger that makes them cool and fun to listen too. Raise one hand for the Justus League and one more for Little Brother.

This is all that matters!!!!!.......2006-09-05

Along with the Crown City Rockers, this is arguably the only group in hip hop that matters right now!!! This is an album that all of you will be talking about in 2012 and kicking yourself because you slept!!! A definite classic!!!

Average customer rating: Opera for Children Great Opera for Children My six-year old liked it! Fun, accessible opera for you and your child to enjoy

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Tracks:

1. Carmen: Children's March
2. Carmen: Toreador Song
3. Carmen: Toreador Chorus
4. The Barber Of Seville: Largo Al Factotum
5. Faust: Soldiers' Chorus
6. Il travatore: Anvil Chorus
7. Madame Butterfly: Humming Chorus
8. Die Walkure: The Ride Of The Valkyries
9. The Tales Of Hoffman: The Doll Song
10. Aida: Triumphal Choruses And March
11. The Magic Flute: Papageno's Song: A Birdcatcher Am I
12. The Magic Flute: Papagena! Papagena! Papagena!
13. The Magic Flute: Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa
14. Hansel And Gretel: Brother, Come Dance With Me
15. Hansel And Gretel: I Am The Little Sandman
16. Hansel And Gretel: Children's Prayer
17. Hansel And Gretel: Song Of The Gingerbread Children
18. Hansel And Gretel: Ral-la-la-la, Ral-la-la-la

Customer Reviews:

Opera for Children.......2005-10-14

This is an excellent CD to introduce children to some of the more familiar operas. I would highly recommend this CD for children and also for adults who want to become familiar with opera.

Great Opera for Children.......2005-05-01

This CD is an excellent compilation of opera for children and adults alike. The operas that are represented on this disc are: Carmen, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Faust, Il Trovatore, Madama Butterfly, Die Walkure, Les Contes d'Hoffmann, Aida, Die Zauberflote, and Hansel und Gretel. People love the Children's March, as well as the Toreador Chorus, from the opera Carmen. The well known Toreador Song is performed on this CD by great bass- baritone Jose van Dam. Children who watch Bugs Bunny will recognize "Largo al factotum" from Il Barbiere di Siviglia. Sherrill Milnes performs the role of Figaro expertly, and his falsetto is evident in Figaro's famous patter aria. Great choruses, like the Soldier's Chorus from Faust, the Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore, the Triumphal Chorus from Aida, and the Humming Chorus from Madama Butterfly make appearences on this CD. The Doll Song from Les Contes d'Hoffmann is performed by soprano Joan Sutherland. She uses her voice to rise up and down, like a mechanical doll. My favorite German baritone, Hermann prey, performs Papageno's entrance aria from Die Zauberflote, as well was the duet with Papagena. Choruses from Hansel und Gretel round the CD.

My six-year old liked it!.......2001-04-02

My six year-old son enjoyed hearing this CD. We like to sing together, so we found many of the pieces quite alot. But to be honest, when we discovered the more recently released CD, The Classical Child AT the Opera, he went wild because all the pieces have been translateded into English, so it's much more enjoyable for us to sing along. So I would recommend it, but check out the other one as well -- your kids will be glad you did. All the best, Steven

Fun, accessible opera for you and your child to enjoy.......1999-11-05

I bought this CD for my then 3 year old son. He loved it then because it was the "Bugs Bunny" music he was familiar with from the cartoons. He listened to it for awhile then we put it away. After he turned 4, he said to me one day -- let's listen to opera, and now we listen to this CD every day. This music gets his blood going; he struts around his room when he listens to this. And, he is in every respect a typical boy who likes Pokemon and the Back Street Boys. So, I consider this CD successful in introducing opera to a youngster.

Average customer rating: Fabulous for any Broadway-lover Top Shelf TERRIFIC CD'S Great Collection of Broadways greatest Songs Great Compilation!

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Tracks:

1. Give My Regards To Broadway- Joel Grey
2. Swanee- Al Jolson
3. When The Moon Shines On The Moonshine- Bert Williams
4. A Pretty Girl Is Like A Melody- John Steel
5. My Man- Fanny Brice
6. Fascinating Rhythm- Fred Astaire, Adele Astaire
7. If You Knew Susie (Like I Know Susie)- 78rpm Version Eddie Cantor
8. Someone To Watch Over Me- Gertrude Lawrence
9. Bill- 78 rpm Version Helen Morgan
10. Ol' Man River- Paul Robeson
11. Ain't Misbehavin'- Louis Armstrong & His Orchestra
12. Ten Cents A Dance- Ruth Etting
13. Body And Soul- Libby Holman
14. Brother, Can You Spare A Dime- Bing Crosby
15. Night And Day- Fred Astaire
16. Heat Wave- Ethel Waters
17. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes- Tamara
18. You're The Top- Ethel Merman
19. Summertime- Anne Brown
20. September Song- Walter Huston
21. My Heart Belongs To Daddy- Mary Martin
22. It Never Entered My Mind- Shirley Ross
23. Bewitched, Bothered, Bewildered- Vivienne Segal
24. Oh, How I Hate To Get Up In The Morning- Irving Berlin
25. Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'- Alfred Drake

Tracks:

1. New York, New York- Cris Alexander,Adolph Green,John Reardon
2. If I Loved You- John Raitt,Jan Clayton
3. Come Rain Or Come Shine- Ruby Hill,Harold Nicholas
4. There's No Business Like Show Business- Ensemble
5. How Are Things In Glocca Morra? From "Finian's Rainbow"- Ella Logan
6. Once In Love With Amy- Ray Bolger
7. Wunderbar- Alfred Drake,Patricia Morison
8. Some Enchanted Evening- Ezio Pinza
9. Lost In The Stars- Todd Duncan
10. Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend- Carol Channing
11. Luck Be A Lady- Robert Alda,Guys
12. Getting To Know You- Gertrude Lawrence
13. Who Cares?- Jack Carson,Betty Oakes
14. Stranger In Paradise- from " Kismet" Doretta Morrow,Richard Kiley
15. Ballad Of Mack The Knife- Gerald Price
16. Hey There- from "The Pajama Game" John Raitt
17. Whatever Lola Wants- Gwen Verdon
18. I Could Have Danced All Night- Julie Andrews
19. Standing On The Corner- from "The Most Happy Fella, 1956" Shorty Long,John Henson,Alan Gilbert
20. The Party's Over- Judy Holliday
21. Glitter And Be Gay- Barbara Cook
22. Tonight- Larry Kert, Carol Lawrence

Tracks:

1. Seventy-Six Trombones- Robert Preston
2. I Enjoy Being A Girl- from "Flower Drum Song, 1958" Pat Suzuki
3. Everything's Coming Up Roses- Ethel Merman
4. My Favorite Things- from "The Sound Of Music" Mary Martin
5. Put On A Happy Face- from "Bye Bye Birdie" Dick Van Dyke
6. Try To Remember- Jerry Orbach
7. Camelot- from "Camelot" Richard Burton
8. Love Makes The World Go 'Round- Anna Maria Alberghetti
9. I Believe In You- Robert Morse And Co.
10. The Sweetest Sounds- Diahann Carroll,Richard Kiley
11. Comedy Tonight- Zero Mostel
12. What Kind Of Fool Am I?- Anthony Newley
13. As Long As He Needs Me- Georgia Brown
14. Hello, Dolly!- Carol Channing,Cast
15. People- Barbra Streisand
16. Anyone Can Whistle- from "Anyone Can Whistle" Lee Remick
17. If I Were A Rich Man- Zero Mostel
18. Night Song- Sammy Davis, Jr.
19. The Impossible Dream- Richard Kiley
20. If My Friends Could See Me Now- Gwen Verdon
21. Open a New Window- from Mame Voice

Tracks:

1. Willkommen- from "Cabaret" Joel Grey
2. Let The Sunshine In- James Rado,Lynn Kellogg,Melba Moore,Cast
3. I'll Never Fall In Love Again- Jill O'Hara,Jerry Orbach
4. The Ladies Who Lunch- from "Company" Elaine Stritch
5. Tea For Two- Roger Rathburn,Susan Watson
6. I'm Still Here- Yvonne De Carlo
7. I Don't Know How To Love Him- Yvonne Elliman
8. We Go Together- Adrienne Barbeau,Barry Bostwick,Walter Bobbie,Cast
9. Corner Of The Sky- John Rubinstein
10. Send In The Clowns- Glynis Johns
11. Ease On Down The Road- Stephanie Mills,Tiger Haynes,Ted Ross,Hinton
12. One- from "A Chorus Line" Cast
13. All That Jazz- Chita Rivera,Ensemble
14. Tomorrow- Andrea Mcardle
15. Don't Cry For Me Argentina- Patti Lupone
16. Come Follow The Band
17. Lullaby Of Broadway- Jerry Orbach
18. And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going- Jennifer Holliday
19. The Bells Of St. Sebastian- Raul Julia

Tracks:

1. Memory- Betty Buckley
2. I Am What I Am- George Hearn
3. Move On- Bernadette Peters,Mandy Patinkin
4. Do You Hear The People Sing?- Michael Maguire,Cast
5. The Music Of The Night- Michael Crawford
6. You're Nothing Without Me- James Naughton,Gregg Edelman
7. The American Dream- Jonathan Pryce,Cast
8. Doctor Jazz- Gregory Hines,Company
9. With One Look- Glenn Close
10. On Broadway- Adrian Bailey,Frederick B. Owens,Ken Ard,Victor Trent Cook
11. Le Jazz Hot- Julie Andrews,Ensemble
12. Seasons Of Love-
13. Hakuna Matata- Max Casella,Tom Alan Robbins,Scott Irby-Ranniar,Jason Raize
14. I Wanna Be A Producer- Matthew Broderick,Ensemble
15. Dancing Queen- Louise Plowright,Jenny Galloway
16. Good Morning Baltimore- Marissa Jaret Winokur
17. Movin' Out- Michael Cavanaugh,Band
18. I Go To Rio- Hugh Jackman,Company
19. Defying Gravity- Kristin Chenoweth,Idina Menzel

Customer Reviews:

Fabulous for any Broadway-lover.......2007-01-30

Packs into 5 CD's a sampling of Broadway tunes from the 20's thru (almost) today, mostly from original cast recordings. Includes not just well-known hits, but also some lesser-known gems. Sound quality is first rate, booklet is informative too. Have given this as a gift to several friends with rave reviews.

Top Shelf.......2007-01-04

This is THE definitive collection of Broadway hits. I have other collections, and none of them measure up. A great deal of care was obviously taken in compiling and presenting this box set. It covers a lot of ground, starting with some long-forgotten but still very enjoyable hits from the days of yore, and finishing with present-day favorites. To the best of my knowledge, the recordings are by those who made them famous. You won't be disappointed.

TERRIFIC CD'S.......2006-03-23

THESE BROADWAY MUSICALS CD'S ARE A BROADWAY LOVERS DREAM. WITH EACH SONG, MEMORIES COME FLOODING BACK. BOTH THE FAMILIAR AND THE FORGOTTEN SONGS ARE A TRUE LISTENING PLEASURE. IF YOU LIKE BROADWAY, YOU'LL LOVE THIS SET.

Great Collection of Broadways greatest Songs .......2005-06-14

This Collection was perfectly made it has almost all the most famous Broadway songs on this 5 cd set. The Music is great and has Broadways greatest treasures like "Memory""People""With One Look""Give my regards Too Broadway" just to name a few of this numerous cd set with over 100 songs. This is a great buy if you like musicals or The music of Broadway

Great Compilation!.......2005-01-17

If you are a fan of the Broadway Musicals, this is a collection that you should purchase. Since I got the 5 disc set I've enjoyed listening to it. The majority of the songs are done by the original singers. The collection is priceless considering that you will have over 100 songs from popular musicals since the beginning of Broadway

Average customer rating: So Refreshing Organic hip-hop... So delicious! Refreashing Hip Hop Over-Rated, Please listen before you buy... You Are Watching U.B.N. {4 Stars}

The Minstrel Show Little Brother Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Listening The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 Connected Sleepers Donuts ASIN: B000A9QKCS Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

1. Welcome to the Minstrel Show
2. Beautiful Morning
3. Becoming
4. Not Enough
5. Cheatin'
6. Hiding Place
7. Slow It Down
8. Say It Again
9. 5th And Fashion
10. Lovin' It
11. Notepad of a Mad Black Daddy
12. All For You
13. Watch Me
14. Sincerely Yours
15. Still Lives Through
16. Minstrel Closing Theme
17. We Got Now

Amazon.com

If nothing else, North Carolina's Little Brother has gathered around it a very loyal fan base, one that sees the trio of Phonte, Big Pooh and produced 9th Wonder as the logical heirs of the Native Tongues Posse (De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest, etc.) with their positive focus, jazzy, soulful sound and an anti-mainstream attitude. In that respect, the hype around them is reminiscent of what first greeted Slum Village in the late '90s though they've been more consistent than their Detroit colleagues. Yet, however likable their last album, The Listening and their latest are, the group are still an acquired flavor. To some, they turn out feel good, intelligent hip-hop for a more mature set. For others, they make throwback music that's pleasant enough but lacks punch otherwise. Phonte and Pooh sound solid throughout and 9th Wonder's much lauded production, while great in moments, can also drift into anemia too. An excess of skits is also a gamble with listener patience though the album's conceptual focus is a refreshing quality. For those who enjoyed Common's Be, this is better realized but musically, lacks the same depth. --Oliver Wang

Album Description

Touted as one of 2005's Top 10 Most Anticipated albums by XXL Magazine, Little Brother's latest masterpiece is reminiscent of the days when Tribe Called Quest, De La Soul and others carefully crafted complete experiences from beginning to end. The North Carolina outfit made up of MC's Phonte, Rapper Big Pooh, and super producer 9th Wonder have truly made an album that is both thought provoking and humorous. The Minstrel Show is truly one great piece of hip hip that will stand the test of time.

Customer Reviews:

So Refreshing.......2007-07-09

This album was so refreshing to here. The state of rap music is so bad right now as a whole. Theses brothers from North Carolina brought some integrity back to the game. Their sound is nothing complicated, just soulful beats over top of great lyrics. Many would believe the group is from up north instead of down south because of their sound. The producer 9th Wonder's beats are crazy and Big Pooh and Phonte rap over top of them perfectly. It was sad to hear that the rappers and producer recently parted ways. I think they had perfect chemistry.

Little Brother is still considered an under group because a lot of people have never heard of them. They make good music. They remind me of a new A Tribe Called Quest. If you want to listen to something different, The Minstrel Show is the album for you. Little Brother made a complete album and it deserves your support.

Organic hip-hop... So delicious!.......2007-07-09

This is easily the most fun and most soulful hip-hop album I've personally heard since Jay-Z's The Blueprint. Sampling a range of classic soul and funk songs by the likes of The Floaters, Rufus & Chaka Khan, Teddy Pendergrass, The Stylistics, Michael Jackson and many others, North Carolinans Phonte, Rapper Big Pooh & 9th Wonder have put together a show that's had me rocking and smiling since the day the CD first went into my player. I just can't seem to get it out. The 'show' features appearances from people like Yahzarah, Darien Brockington (I'm going to need to start checking his music out now. Jeez, does it never end?), DJ Jazzy Jeff, Elzhi of Slum Village, Joe Scudda and Chaundon. It's a hoot from start to finish.

I can't remember who or what alerted me to them but I've been meaning to get the three Little Brother CDs for some time now. They've been on my wishlist since 2005 in fact but it was after Phonte rhymed on three recent very enjoyable albums by three acts I genuinely love and respect - Donnie's Daily News, Eric Roberson's ...Left and 4hero's Play with the Changes - that I knew I had to get them now. I don't think I can say anything that hasn't already been said by the 140 people who've reviewed this album before me except to say this: It's impossible to pick favourite tunes as each one is just so exceptionally enjoyable but two parts of the album worth a mention include "Cheatin", where one of the dudes takes on the persona of soul singer 'Percy Miracles' for a spoof soul song. Think the Wayans Brothers doing the Isley Brothers, (if they could sing. And if they were actually funny). And then there's the skit "Diary Of A Mad Daddy" which follows on at the end of "Lovin' It" co-starring Joe Scudda, where a man chastises his son Cornell for watching what he refers to as "that ignorant a** s**t" and for watching what he calls those "damned Minstrel Show ni***s" and then goes on to be just as ignorant if not more so than anyone on any TV programme could ever be. If these guys are being ironic - and I think they are - then they're being incredibly skilful at it.

This is hip-hop at its most organic; just a couple of MCs rapping over breakbeats from tunes they know and love. Listen to the lyrics and read the inner-sleeve notes, and you soon realise that these brothers are intelligent, talented, very observant and possess a great sense of humour. I can't wait to get their two other CDs now. The only slight concern is the high level of profanity. N-word this, n-word that; f-word this, f-word that. It doesn't bother me too much but I know people that it would bother. I was afraid that my good friend Derek might not be able to enjoy the delicious music on offer here for instance, due to the colourful language. Lucky then that there's a clean version available. My friend will surely be happy to hear that.

Refreashing Hip Hop.......2007-07-07

In a industry of dance/club music (which is cool, but what about when im not trying to dance?) The Carolina trio strays away from their part of the country's "norm" and brings us "The Minstrel Show". Once again the trio stuns me by bringing dope hip hop to my ears. After their 1st 2 efforts which were damn close to classics they finally hit the jackpot. This certfied classic album according to XXL is one for the collection and the car, and the office, and the home, and anywhere else you enjoy music. With the dope beats from 9th Wonder and the crazy lyrics from both Phonte and Big Pooh, you cant lose buying this album. Believe me when I say this...i brought this twice and still play the album to this day....and know every single lyric on this album! Surprising Phonte and Pooh stands and holds their own with Elzi (one of the elite mcs bring it today) and deliever a dope joint in "Hiding Place". if you dont have it....get it NOW!!!!


Outstanding tracks:
all of them


tracks that lack:
NONE!

Overall rateing:
5/5

Over-Rated, Please listen before you buy... .......2007-04-08

I wasn't familiar with LITTLE BROTHER but comparisons to DE LA SOUL and TRIBE CALLED QUEST, and the mountainous number of positive reviews tipped me into picking this up.

I've got to say, very similar to Common's lauded BE album, this is a lot of praise with very little substance to back it up. I definitely appreciate satire, and hip-hop that is about countering the mainstream interest in stereotypes as gospel, and ignorance as grace.

That said I think this album is satire-light, and doesn't do it very well, or very interestingly. I like TRIBE CALLED QUEST and DE LA SOUL, and these guys, with this album... are not even close. The music for the most part, is forgettable at best.

The exception, being the simply hillarious parody song CHEATIN', and that alone earns this album three stars.

Your mileage may vary, but I have to agree with reviewers Quinlan, Without Bias, and Constant [Viper is a shill and his views obviously not to be trusted (only a moron would dismiss PARIS), and typically anything he hates you should rush out and buy. He's on the payroll of the guys feeding Gansta garbage to our communities, so honestly you can view any of his negative comments as a glaring recommendation, I always do. And anything he recommends I avoid. However in this one case, the CD is actually not one I can recommend].

This CD is average at best, and you should listen before you buy. You would be better off with anything by ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT, especially 3 YEARS or for conscious hip-hop try anything by PARIS or IMMORTAL TECHNIQUE.

You Are Watching U.B.N. {4 Stars}.......2007-04-06

On their 2nd release, Rapper Big Pooh, Phonte, and 9th Wonder set out spoof the hip hop and just black entertainment in general. I share a lot of their viewpoints when it comes to this particular topic, so I found a lot of the material enjoyable. Tracks like "Hiding Place", "All For You", "Beautiful Morning", and "Still Lives Through" make the album worth owning. "Cheatin" is not only hilarious, but it's also a spot on imitation that shows how easy it is to create what I like to call "ghetto music" -- the mind numbing, ignorant, "baby mama drama", "hood love" songs that some of my people seem to be infatuated with and tend to dub the best thing going in r&b music this side of neo soul. The lead single "Lovin' It" is the obvious standout to me even though I think Joe Scudda is the epitome of what a garbage rapper is and "The Becoming" is a solid throw in. Slum Village rapper Elzhi shows up to flex lyrical muscle on "Hiding Place", but the rest of the guest appearances come from the usual JL suspects: Joe Scudda, Chaundon, Darien Brockington (cop his album, it's tight), YahZarah (her album is dope too), and Percy Miracles. *wink wink*

As far as flaws go, some of the production can be repetitive after a few listens. They aren't necessarily poor beats because I think 9th is a very solid beatsmith, but some of the lyrics didn't grab me and, therefore, were unable to hold my attention. I guess what I'm saying is some of the tracks were boring. I personally found "Say It Again", "Watch Me", and "We Got Now" to be skip material. I also found Pooh's arrogance bothersome. You know, the whole "you better love us now before we blow up and forget y'all" attitude can be annoying -- especially when it's coming from just an okay rapper.

The Minstrel Show is dope release from LB. I don't know if I'd go as far as to call it a classic like many are doing, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. With 9th Wonder leaving the group, there's a good chance that this will be the last LB album from this trio turned duo. For that reason I recommend adding this to your music library. I'm curious as to how their next album will sound though. You can check out their mixtape with Cleveland DJ Mick Boogie entitled "And Justus For All..." if you want a taste.

Standout Tracks: All For You, Hiding Place feat. Elzhi, Lovin' It feat. Joe Scudda (My Favorite), The Becoming, Beautiful Morning, Slow It Down feat. Darien Brockintgon, Cheatin', Still Lives Through, and Not Enough feat. Darien Brockington

Average customer rating: Excellent teaching tool I have only one complaint about this CD What every kid (and parent needs!) What's Opera Doc? Lots of Fun Music

The Classical Child at the Opera Manufacturer: Classical Child ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Delibes, Léo | ( D ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Humperdinck, Engelbert | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus | ( M ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Offenbach | Offenbach, Jacques | ( O ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Sullivan | Sullivan, Arthur | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Verdi | Verdi, Giuseppe | ( V ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Rossini | Rossini, Gioacchino | ( R ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music German | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Italian | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Operettas | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Classical | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Children's Music | Indie Music | Stores | Music Categories | Toys & Games | Action Figures | Activities & Amusements | Arts & Crafts | Bikes, Skates & Ride-Ons | Construction, Blocks & Models | Dolls | Electronics for Kids | Games | Hobbies | Kids' Furniture & Room Décor | Learning & Education | Music | Party Supplies | Play Vehicles | Preschool | Pretend Play & Dress-up | Puzzles | Sports & Outdoor Play | Stuffed Animals & Toys | Toy Figures & Playsets Browse Refinements | Refinements | Toys & Games | Gender (target_audience_browse-bin) Similar Items: Pavarotti's Opera Made Easy-My Favourite Opera For Children World's Very Best Opera for Kids... in English! Classical Music for Children: A Toddler's Introduction to Classical Music Beethoven's Wig: Sing Along Symphonies Mozart's Magnificent Voyage ASIN: B00000J29D Release Date: 2001-05-04

Tracks:

1. Children's March [From Carmen]
2. Doll Song [From Tales of Hoffmann]
3. Anvil Chorus [From II Trovatore]
4. Bird Catcher Am I [From the Magice Flute]
5. Papagena! Papagena! Papagena! [From The Magic Flute]
6. Pa, Pa, Pa, Pa [From the Magice Flute]
7. Flower Duet [From Lakm
8. Largo Al Factotum [From the Barber of Seville]
9. Three Little Maids from School [From the Mikado]
10. Sun Whose Rays Are All Ablaze [From the Mikado]
11. Tit-Willow [From the Mikado]
12. Brother, Come Dance With Me [from Hansel and Gretel)
13. I Am the Little Sandman [from Hansel and Gretel)
14. Children's Prayer [from Hansel and Gretel)

Album Description

OPERA IS FOR EVERYONE and so, The Classical Child At the Opera was created to give children a taste of the magic, majesty and humor of this glorious art form. Well-known songs and arias have been selected that appeal to young sensibilities, while easy-to-follow English translations bring these delightful stories and characters to life. Care has been taken by the singers to present the music in a way that is light hearted and accessible sometimes gentle, sometimes raucous, but always positive and engaging.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent teaching tool.......2006-05-10

I use this CD is my classroom for a wide variety of activities including art instruction for which it is ideally suited. It is hard to recommend this CD enough! Thanks for putting it together.

I have only one complaint about this CD.......2006-04-16

My one complaint is that after I listen to this CD, the catchy tunes get stuck in my head! And then I want to keep listening to it more and more. I love the selections on this CD, the fact that the songs are in English (I always wondered what the "Figaro, Figaro, Figaro" song was about!), and that a little background is given to each piece as well.

What every kid (and parent needs!).......2004-02-06

All I can say is my family LOVES this CD! We have a blast singing along, dancing, etc. It's made opera a new discovery for all of us.

What's Opera Doc?.......2003-03-29

No, this isn't Bugs Bunny's version of opera. It is, however, an excellent introduction to opera, for young and old alike. The the translations to English are quite clever, and the singers' voices are, for the most part, excellent and clear (overly florid voices can be such a turn-off). Grant Doyle, the baritone, is a particular stand-out: rather than sing "at" you, he manages to convey humor and emotion in his parts... you can almost *see* the funny bird catcher, Papageno, in the three songs from Mozart's "Magic Flute", which happent to be my 5-year old's favorite tracks. Doyle's turn as Figaro in "Largo al Factorum" from "The Barber of Seville" is pure joy. The children's chorus in "The Children's March" from "Carmen" is also delightful, and Gabriella Santinelli's(?) voice as the doll from Offenbach's "Tales of Hoffman" is simply amazing.

As much as I enjoy this album, I question the inclusion of the last three songs, which come from "Hansel and Gretel". The voices on the songs are of the overly florid nature, and I can see my daughter lose interest. I think it would have been more interesting to include more "Carmen," or arias from other such popular operas "Rigoletto" or "Aida". Or if the album needed to end on a slower note, the overcoat song from "La Boheme."

IAC, I have caught my daughter humming bits and pieces from the operas. Even I have managed to amaze people by correctly identifying the Flower Duet from "Lakme"! I strongly recommend this album.

Lots of Fun Music.......2002-11-29

Our baby seems to enjoy this operatic CD almost as much as her parents enjoy it. Maybe she doesn't even really hear it, but she does see her parents acting silly and singing along to the catchy opera songs. I think we'll be listening to this one for many years to come. You'll probably really enjoy this CD if you have an appreciation for opera already.

Average customer rating: 9th+Phonte+Big Pooh=Real Hip Hop! well worth it little brother The Most Known Unknown Great way to prime the pallet for The Minstrel Show (4.5 stars)

The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 Little Brother Manufacturer: Fastlife ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Listening The Minstrel Show Connected Sleepers Spirit of 94 Version 9.0 ASIN: B0009DBZNY Release Date: 2005-06-21

Tracks:

1. War
2. Third Party
3. The Honorable
4. On The Way
5. Nobody Like Me
6. What You Do
7. The Yo-Yo (Remix)
8. Nighttime Maneuvers (Remix)
9. The Way You Do It (Remix)
10. Altitudes
11. Welcome To Durham
12. Starvation
13. Flash And Flare
14. Take It There
15. Ladies' Jam
16. Doin Me
17. Khrysis Shoutro
18. The Beginning

Customer Reviews:

9th+Phonte+Big Pooh=Real Hip Hop!.......2007-07-07

After listening to "The Listening" I didnt think they could get any better, so when i bought this mixtape i was expecting the samething. It came to my surprise that these guys can and did improve on greatness! Between Phonte and Pooh, Phonte Stills the show with his witty, and "make you think" bars. That statement maybe true but like Pooh's album people tend to sleep on him. He made me believe him in the album opener "War" and crushed Joe Scudda in the second track "
Third Party" . All together the lyrics are excellent! 9th wonder comes through and shines as he always does on the production, which always compliments Pooh's and Phonte's flow! Great album and should be in your collection of hip hop.


Standing tracks:
All of them

Tracks that lacked:
Welcome to Durham Ft. Big Daddy Kane- Lacks in production and lyrics

over all rating:
4.5

well worth it.......2007-03-08

I passed this cd up so many times. Thinkin it was just another mix tape. But I was surprised. Its formated like an album. Pooh steped his game UP. More than the listening. Hell, he's better on this than the minstrel show. And phonte........ this solitified his place in hip hops top lyrical artist. Nicolay and 9th wonder do their thang. After hearing ther nicolay remix I went back and bought foreign exchange. The connected album. I dunno what else to say about it except its greatness

little brother.......2007-02-21

If you are a true hip-hop fan who's craving for some underground style, then The Chittlin Circuit is for you. Liked most of the songs, no water- downed cookie cutter commercialized music here. Hip hop at its best.

The Most Known Unknown.......2006-08-17

Hip Hop ain't fun no more...

In an era where "Laffy Taffy" is a number one rap song (what the f*ck), and riding on regular sized rims and tires is damn near obsolete, North Carolina's own Little Brother comes back to toss in their bid as one of hip hop's best kept secrets.

From their lyrics on Pete Rock's "Soul Survivor II", to the Okayplayer compilation, and most recently on The Minstrel Show" and "Seperate but Equal" with DJ Drama, LB has been putting in work. The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 is definitely a must have for anyone considers themselves a fan of good hip hop music. I am an LB fan to the dirt, but I did what a lot of true fans did, I bought the albums out of sequence. Fortunately with this group, it doesn't really matter, as all the material is sick. To me, the standout track on this album is "The Beginning". Yeah, the legend Big Daddy Kane is on the album, "Welcome to Durham" but I didnt cop the album to hear him on it. Illmind kills the sample and the drums on this joint, Pooh and Tay high step on the joint, and songstress Yazarah peppers the track with her soulful vocals. Perfect mix of samples, rhymes, and vocals. Young Guru switches his engineer hat for an excellent fitting producer brim on "Ladies Jam". Another excellent use of a warped voice sample in the background as Phontigga and Rapper Pooh parallel park on the track as only the greatest can do. This is actually the last LB offering I purchased (except for Seperate But Equal), but it is definitely a must have. 9th Wonder and Khrysis are musical marvels, placing their head-nodding rythms ever so gracfully under Pooh and Tay's vocals. Perfect marriage of Beats and Rhymes.

****As a sidenote, go get "Seperate But Equal", "The Minstrel Show", "Connected" (Phonte and Dutch producer Nicolay) "Triple Play" (Pooh, and Justus League Members L.E.G.A.C.Y and The Away Team) and for you futhermuckers that think you can rhyme, get the 9th Wonder instrumental tape series.****

Great way to prime the pallet for The Minstrel Show (4.5 stars).......2006-08-07

LB seems to be here for the long haul with their pre-sophmore effort "The Chittlin Circuit 1.5". As always Phonte delivers slick metaphors and wordplay. Rapper Big pooh seems to bring more to the table lyrically this time around and and as always 9th Wonder's production is a breath of fresh air. This album follows the formula presented by Phonte "Dope beats, dope rhymes". The Chittlin Circuit showcases other talent within the Justus League to include Krhysis, Nicolay (Producer of the Foreign Exchange)and many others. The album consists of several new tracks and 3 remixes from LB's 1st album. Any fan of LB should definitely add this to their LB collection.

Average customer rating: An exquisite gem of a desert island CD Sweeping, seductive, and superlative! Mesmerizing music for the heart La Ninna Nanna "Stunningly beautiful" is an understatement

Ninna Nanna: Lullabies (1500-2002) William Byrd , Jordi Savall , and Hesperion XXI Manufacturer: Alia Vox Spain ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Classical | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Lux Feminae Du temps & de l'instant Villancicos y Danzas Criollas Diáspora Sefardí Bella Terra ASIN: B000071XAC Release Date: 2003-02-11

Tracks:

1. Anon. (Purtugal): Cancao de embalar: Jose embala o menino
2. Anon. (England): Lullaby: My little sweet darling
3. Anon. (Greece): Berceuse: Dors mon bebe
4. Anon. (Sefarade): Berceuse Ladino: Nani, nani
5. Anon. Berbere: Berceuse Amazigh
6. William Byrd: Lullaby: Come, pretty babe
7. Tarquino Merula: Canzonetta spirituale sopra la nanna: Hor ch'e tempo di dormire
8. Anon. (Alicante): Mareta, mareta no'm faces plorar
9. Johann Friedrich Reichardt (1752-1814): Chanson d'une maleureuse mere: Dorsmon enfant
10. Modest Mussorgsky: La Chambre des enfants (1870): Avec la poupee
11. Anon (Israel): Berceuse hebraique: Noumi, noumi yaldati
12. Arvo Part: Berceuse de Noel (2002)
13. Max Reger (1873-1916): Maria Wiegenlied: Maria sitzt am Rosenhag
14. Manual de Falla (1876-1946): Nana: Duermete, nino, duerme. Canciones populares (1914)
15. Darius Milhaud: Berceuse hebraique: Dors, dors (1925)
16. Federico Garcia Lorca: Nana de Sevilla: Este galapaguito (1930)
17. Arvo Part: Berceuse Estonienne: Kuus, kuus kallike (2002)
18. Anon. Catalogne: Cancao de Bressol: La mare d e Deu

Amazon.com

This is a formidable collection of lullabies, spanning 500 years, 18 of them (from almost as many countries) in Greek, Latin, Hebrew, Catalan, English, and more, each one lovely, each one in its own idiom. Some are anonymous; others are by composers as different as Byrd, Mussorgsky, Milhaud, and Arvo Pärt. The disc shouldn't be listened to in one setting--no matter how interesting they are, they're still lullabies and can mellow the listener into torpor--but in three-or-so chunks, the contents are fascinating. Figueras can make her sound move from folk to classical, from a mother who is passionate about her child's safety to one who merely wants to entertain into slumber. The anonymous Greek lullaby (track 3) contains the oddest little vocal quirk--a whipping up of the tone at the close of some phrases--which only an artist like Figueras could pull off. And Savall and soloists accompany on various instruments--flute, harp, viols, etc.--with pianist Paul Badura-Skoda playing on three of the lullabies. The CD is a wonderful tour of the world through the centuries with only one subject in mind: sleep. And sleep is something, after all, that takes up a third of our lives. This CD keeps getting sweeter the more you listen. Recommended. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

An exquisite gem of a desert island CD.......2005-06-09

Every time I catch sight of a Vox Alia CD with its distinctive packaging I find resistance is futile and I end up buying it. This gorgeous collection of lullabies delivered much more than I had ever dreamt possible.

What gives this CD its magic is the fact that this is music making amongst friends and family. In fact the record label is Jordi Savall's own, Monserat Figueras is his wife, and Arianna Savall his daughter - so it really is an all family affair. The whole of Hesperion XXI play like they know each other intimately and we are just privileged eavesdroppers who were lucky enough to have overheard them. If some of the major record labels are increasingly marketing their music like MacDonalds hamburgers then this is like being invited to dine at a lovely family run Spanish restaurant. There is a heartwarming homeliness here the majors could never emulate in a hundred years. So it is entirely appropriate that this should be a collection of lullabies, for this is a celebration of family intimacy of the most deeply poetic and affectionate kind.

The selection of music might strike a casual listener as being unusual - exotic is a better term - yet they are all so instantly attractive that I think this would make a lovely gift (especially given the beautiful booklet that comes with it) to a child, a mother, a partner, a friend, a music lover; even people who know nothing about the composers here would surely be enchanted. I was particularly delighted by the reviewer who wrote that her daughter listened to this at night - oh, how fortunate it would be to grow up with music like this with its imaginatively chosen collection of music from so many countries and centuries - you would carry this music in your heart for the rest of your life! Amongst the songs is a Greek song, a Catalan song, a 16th century English song, a song by William Byrd, Max Reger, Moussorgsky as well as two by Arvo Part, both of which carry dedications to Monserat Figueras, Arianna and Jordi Savall (in the photograph reproductions of the first pages of the handwritten score Arvo Part has written in German 'gewidmet an...' if you were wondering where this info comes from).

Typical of the CD is how difficult it is to hold back a tear listening to Reger of all composers - I would have never thought it possible, especially when it would have been simply all too easy to choose some all to well known Schubert Lied, but here it is, they have picked Reger and it is PERFECT. Yet that is only one gem amongst so many more here. I am speechless, for this CD is indeed a rare treasure made for people who truly love beautiful music making - a CD to cherish and to weep for joy over.

I should add that as usual from Vox Alia the recorded sound is audiophile quality, and a notch above what you get from about 95% of record labels. In my opinion they even surpass some boutique audiophile labels like Linn, which is really saying something. So if you love to luxuriate in rich sound this will fit like a glove.

If you fall in love with this recording please, please may I suggest you BUY it for someone you love, rather than burning it, just as a way of saying 'thank you' to this family of musicians. This is a family run label rather than some huge impersonal coorporation and I have seen too many private boutique record firms go bust over the years, so please help ensure that these artists continue to make lovely recordings such as this one.

I am adding this CD to my desert island collection.

Sweeping, seductive, and superlative!.......2004-01-14

Figueras offers the listener a triumphant collection of evocative songs. Let's dispense with a possible concern. This CD is sub-titled "Lullabies". Anyone going to sleep listening to Figueras should see either a hearing or a brain specialist. While they may pacify children, adult listeners will be exhilarated by the sweeping range of her voice and exquisite presentation. Figueras' expressive style simply transcends descriptive praise. From soaring appeals to the heavens to quiet, soothing reassurances, she demonstrates the magnitude of her evocative skills. One can sense constrained passion in each song as she moves from one culture to another through the collection. That one of the pieces was commissioned for this collection is further proof of the extent she provides the listener - she's not confined to neither time nor place.

What is most clearly manifest in this musical anthology is Figueras' professionalism and her Catalan background. Unlike the operatic divas who have deigned to release popular renditions, she demonstrates how someone who truly understands the music of mountain villages or plains communities in any nation can elevate even the most "common" music. The selections range over five centuries or more, reinforcing the impression that nothing exceeds the capacity of her elegant voice to convey feeling to the enraptured listener. Each of us will likely settle on a favourite selection. Predictably, my own is a Catalan piece of an anonymous composer. Perhaps because the lullaby is in her native tongue, the richness of Figueras' rendition evokes intense emotional response. Would that i'd been born a Catalan!

Alia Vox was launched to give fresh impetus to the recordings of Figueras, her husband Jordi Savall and the groups they have created together. This CD will remain a testimony to their efforts to produce the highest quality discs. The sound is excellent, clearly imparting voice and background instruments alike. With 18 selections from a variety of eras and locations, the notes for this CD are extensive. The text of each tune is given in the original and seven other languages. Could scholarship and the universality of music be given finer endorsement? [stephen a. haines - Ottawa, Canada]

Mesmerizing music for the heart.......2003-10-18

Rarely has there been a more beautiful collection of lullabies than those presented in Ninna Nanna. Clearly a labour of love of Montserrat Figueras and her family, it brings together songs that mothers have been singing to their infants over the centuries - whatever their culture or language. "It is like food for the young child" reflects Montserrat Figueras in her dedication, the most intense reflection of affection and tenderness.

Lullabies in this collection, come from cultural backgrounds as diverse as Russia, Morocco, Greece, England and, of course, the Iberian Peninsula. They span from the Renaissance to contemporary music. Most of the musical versions have been masterly arranged by Jordi Savall, suited to fit the extraordinary voice of his wife. We also find some arrangements by well-known composers such as Moussorgski, Reger or de Falla.

Being lullabies, the songs show similarities: above all their tunes are beautifully soft and melodious. Yet, the tunes show considerable diversity in rhythm and tonality. Some are melancholy and almost haunting, others joyful and jubilant. Montserrat Figueras' voice is, as always, in a class of her own, radiating with richness and intensity. The music touches the deeper cords in the listener's consciousness. Her voice is superbly and sensitively accompanied by Hesperion XXI, the accomplished team of musicians under the leadership of Jordi Savall.

The informative booklet accompanying the CD is well presented and includes the songs' texts in eight languages, including the original. This is a CD you will not get tired to listen to many times, whether you play it for your children, your family and friends, or just for yourself. [Friederike Knabe, Ottawa, Canada]

La Ninna Nanna.......2003-08-17

Very few times in life we can be transported back to share such deep experiences as that of holding a child in your arms while singing a lullaby. This CD is exceptional not only because of the high quality of the production but also by the deep emotions that each song carries. A true gift for all those of us that need to stop and enjoy a moment of peace!

"Stunningly beautiful" is an understatement.......2003-05-31

I bought this as a gift for our daughter, and it works great; but I also can't stop listening to it myself day and night, having nothing to do with her bedtime and nap times. If one wants to go to sleep, it works beautifully for that; or if one wants to stay up and pay attention to every wonderful nuance, it also works for that. Or if it's just on as background music, it changes any room to a place of comfort and home. Montserrat Figueras here sings in at least twelve different languages, in music spanning 500 years, and puts it all across with heartfelt directness. What more difficult musical task could there be than all the above, together? But she does it.

This disc is really a family affair: Figueras and Savall, plus their daughter who also sings and plays, and their son who took the photos; plus their friends and colleagues, among the most imaginative and soulful players alive. Extraordinary. And the new music composed by Arvo Part for this album: it's proof that music can objectively make a person weep.

And the booklet: a gorgeous presentation with full background information, photos of the sessions, and each song is given in translation to eight or nine languages! (The original, plus eight more translations if different.)

The only thing you can't do is play this in the car, while driving around to lull the child with the motion. Oh, that works great for the child, but it's the driver's concentration we should be worried about. There is no way to keep one's mind safely on the road while this CD is on.

I rarely give a "five star" rating to anything, but this is one of those times.

Average customer rating: okay A promise about to be fulfilled Amazing collection - amazing voice. Amazing recordings First Rate Singing!

DEBUT ~ Nathan Gunn - "American Anthem" from Ragtime to Art Song / Kevin Murphy Nathan Gunn , and Kevin Murphy Manufacturer: EMI Classics ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD All Works by Barber | Barber, Samuel | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Bolcom, William | ( B ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Copland | Copland, Aaron | ( C ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Hoiby, Lee | ( H ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Ives, Charles | ( I ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Ives, Charles | Composers | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Modern | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Vocal & Song | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Folk Songs | Songs & Lieder | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Jazz | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Opera & Vocal | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Barber: Prayers of Kierkegaard/Bartok: Cantata profanna/Vaughan Williams: Dona nobis pacem Brahms: A German Requiem (New English Adaptation) John Adams: Shaker Loops; The Wound-Dresser; Short Ride in a Fast Machine Bernstein: Symphony No. 1 "Jeremiah"; Concerto for Orchestra "Jubilee Games" Prokofiev - War and Peace / Bertini, Gunn, Kit, Mamsirova, Gouriakova, Brubaker, Paris Opera ASIN: B00000IWW3 Release Date: 1999-05-18

Tracks:

1. Shenandoah
2. Brother Can You Spare A Dime?
3. Early In The Morning
4. The Lordly Hudson
5. At Howard Hawks' House
6. Holding Each Other
7. The Lass From The Low Countree
8. Recuerdo
9. Nocturne
10. Sure On This Shining Night
11. Fur (Murray The Furrier)
12. Over The Piano
13. Black Max (As Told By The De Kooning Boys)
14. Slugging A Vampire
15. Two Little Flowers
16. General William Booth Enters Into Heaven
17. The Lamb
18. I Wonder As I Wander
19. At The River
20. Long Time Ago
21. Lean Away
22. American Anthem

Customer Reviews:

okay.......2007-01-05

I heard wonderful things about this recording... but was a little disappointed. It is good, but nothing spectacular.

A promise about to be fulfilled.......2006-12-17

Not all of EMI's Debut seeries make it to the U.S., but since this one features an American singer, it did (as did the one featuring rising pianist Jonathan Biss). Nathan gunn is certainly well kn0wn now, after high-profile Met appearances in The Magic Flute and Harbison's An American Tragedy. The past few years have seen him mature, even though his voice will never be heroic. Gunn is very well suited to songs, although he makes a moving (and physically handsome) Billy Budd.

Her he sounds a little stiff, and he cannot carry off the numbers that re comic (Bolcom's Fur) or popular (Buddy, Can You Spare a Dime?), but his straightforward masculinity works extremely well in Gene Scheer's Holding Each Other, he has enough poetry for Barber's Sure on This Shining Night, and just enough savoir faire for Rorem's Early One Morning. The voice itself isn't intrinsically beautiful, which may in the end mean that Gunn falls behind young counterparts like Gerald Finley and Simon Keenlyside, both of whom he resembles. Even so, this is a nice debut, and one can say that gunn's promise is being fulfilled.

Amazing collection - amazing voice........2006-02-22

Nathan Gunn has chosen a collection of mostly obscure songs and has applied his remarkable baritone voice to music not usually in the operatic repetoire. What results is a CD of depth, some humor, and extraordinary listenability. It's nice to see one of my favorite opera stars branch out. Bravo!

Amazing recordings.......2006-01-02

I first listened to this recording at the recommendation of a voice teacher and I am eternally grateful. I strongly recommend this album. Nathan Gunn is an extremely talented singer. As a singer myself (also a baritone like Nathan Gunn) I find much in his voice to model.

Nathan Gunn has an extremely beautiful voice, superb technique and execution, and has a very natural sound. There is an old steriotype of opera as sounding forced or artificial, but Nathan Gunn does a great job of avoiding this. He does a great job of communicating the "story" of the song to the listener, and I frequently found myself taken to the world of the song. Listening to many of his songs are like opening a good book and Nathan Gunn takes you there.

Highly recommended.

First Rate Singing!.......2005-12-20

I only recently discovered Mr. Gunn, but after hearing this recording, it makes me wonder why his name has eluded me for so long. Simply put, Nathan Gunn sings like a god! His voice is pure, and hypnotically beautiful to listen to. Turn on this CD and you will be wrapped in the most luxurious blanket of sound--his phrasing is impeccable, and his dynamics are wonderfully varied without being affected. His recording of Barber's "Nocturne" is haunting. "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime" shows he isn't afraid of low notes, and the ending has some of the most spectacular high notes I've ever heard from a baritone. The Copland songs are also well done, as are the two John Jacob Niles selections. I wasn't familiar with Gene Scheer's songs prior to this CD, but they are all quite remarkable, though most especially "Lean Away" and "American Anthem." This is the best addition to my CD collection in a long time. I'm only saddened by the fact he doesn't have more recordings available. Mr. Gunn, I know you're busy with your opera schedule, but for those of us who can't make it to New York to see you in person, please record another CD!

Average customer rating: You Are Watching U.B.N. {4 Stars} Tune Into The Minstrel Show Live On UBN (Rating: 8 out of 10- -4.0 stars)

The Minstrel Show Little Brother Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: The Chittlin Circuit 1.5 The Listening Connected Stress: The Extinction Agenda Madvillainy ASIN: B000A9QKD2 Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

1. Welcome To The Minstrel Show
2. Beutiful Morning
3. The Becoming
4. Not Enough
5. Cheatin
6. Hiding Place
7. Slow It Down
8. Say It Again
9. 5th And Fashion (Skit)
10. Lovin' It
11. All For You
12. Watch Me
13. Sincerely yours
14. Still Lives Through
15. Minstrel Show Closing Theme
16. We Got Now

Customer Reviews:

You Are Watching U.B.N. {4 Stars}.......2007-04-06

On their 2nd release, Rapper Big Pooh, Phonte, and 9th Wonder set out spoof the hip hop and just black entertainment in general. I share a lot of their viewpoints when it comes to this particular topic, so I found a lot of the material enjoyable. Tracks like "Hiding Place", "All For You", "Beautiful Morning", and "Still Lives Through" make the album worth owning. "Cheatin" is not only hilarious, but it's also a spot on imitation that shows how easy it is to create what I like to call "ghetto music" -- the mind numbing, ignorant, "baby mama drama", "hood love" songs that some of my people seem to be infatuated with and tend to dub the best thing going in r&b music this side of neo soul. The lead single "Lovin' It" is the obvious standout to me even though I think Joe Scudda is the epitome of what a garbage rapper is and "The Becoming" is a solid throw in. Slum Village rapper Elzhi shows up to flex lyrical muscle on "Hiding Place", but the rest of the guest appearances come from the usual JL suspects: Joe Scudda, Chaundon, Darien Brockington (cop his album, it's tight), YahZarah (her album is dope too), and Percy Miracles. *wink wink*

As far as flaws go, some of the production can be repetitive after a few listens. They aren't necessarily poor beats because I think 9th is a very solid beatsmith, but some of the lyrics didn't grab me and, therefore, were unable to hold my attention. I guess what I'm saying is some of the tracks were boring. I personally found "Say It Again", "Watch Me", and "We Got Now" to be skip material. I also found Pooh's arrogance bothersome. You know, the whole "you better love us now before we blow up and forget y'all" attitude can be annoying -- especially when it's coming from just an okay rapper.

The Minstrel Show is dope release from LB. I don't know if I'd go as far as to call it a classic like many are doing, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. With 9th Wonder leaving the group, there's a good chance that this will be the last LB album from this trio turned duo. For that reason I recommend adding this to your music library. I'm curious as to how their next album will sound though. You can check out their mixtape with Cleveland DJ Mick Boogie entitled "And Justus For All..." if you want a taste.

Standout Tracks: All For You, Hiding Place feat. Elzhi, Lovin' It feat. Joe Scudda (My Favorite), The Becoming, Beautiful Morning, Slow It Down feat. Darien Brockintgon, Cheatin', Still Lives Through, and Not Enough feat. Darien Brockington

Tune Into The Minstrel Show Live On UBN (Rating: 8 out of 10- -4.0 stars).......2007-03-28

This album is excellent. Little Brother is one of the dopest hip hop groups out right now. This album "The Minstrel Show" is one of the better albums of 2005. I like the whole concept of have a live hosted show on an album. Even the linear notes are creative as well. 9th Wonder's production on this album is correct as usual. Phonte and Big Rapper Pooh are some of the best lyricists that I have heard in a minute as well. This album is full of banging beats, like the second track "Beautiful Morning" and "Not Enough". He loves using those heavy drums on a lot of songs that he produces. That his style, and I like it, but I believe he needs to switch up more often.

Big Rapper Pooh and Phonte do a good job pulling their weight on the vocals as well. "Not Enough" is one of the best tracks that I've heard from them, lyrically. "All For You" and "Still Lives Through" (their version of ATCQ's "God Still Lives Through") are dope songs as well. Even Phonte's alter ego Percy Miracles sings on "Cheating", a remake of one of a recent Isley Brother's song. There is very little inferior moments on their behalf.

Guest appearances are good as well. Slum Village's Elhzi appears on "Hiding Place". Joe Scudda does a decent job on "Lovin' It". And Chaundon drops a dope verse on the show's encore track "We Got Now".

Overall, this album is great. It ranks along "The Listening" that dropped back in '03. The majority of this album is on point, and this trio has shown improvemnt. If you like hip hop with a great concept and dope beat and dope lyrics, this album should be in your collection. Just like Phonte said in the beginning of the song "Not Enough", "...dope beats, dope rhymes. This hip hop ain't really that hard."

Lyrics: A
Production: A
Guest Appearances: B
Musical Vibes: A-
Overall: A-

Favorite Tracks: Beautiful Morning, Not Enough, Cheating, Hiding Place, Slow It Down, All For You, Still Lives Through, We Got Now

Peace Everyone!!

Average customer rating: Little By Little Great Single really beautiful tunes The Genius of Noel Gallagher Third Single off of "Heathen Chemistry" is Just Average

Little By Little/She Is Love Oasis Manufacturer: Big Brother ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Britpop | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Let There Be Love Songbird Importance of Being Idle Lyla Whatever ASIN: B00006JKSF Release Date: 2002-09-30

Tracks:

1. Little By Little
2. She Is Love
3. My Generation

Album Description

Taken from the 2002 album, Heathen Chemistry. The title track is backed 'She Is Love' and a cover of The Who classic, 'My Generation'. Big Brother.

Album Details

The Third Single from "Heathen Chemistry" Includes is a Double A-side, Coupled with a Live Cover of the Who's "my Generation", Recorded in Finsbury Park for the BBC in February 2000.

Customer Reviews:

Little By Little.......2006-10-27

Little by little is the best song on the album and a good choice for a single. It is up there with Don't Look Back In Anger in my opinion of best Oasis songs. This also features Noel on vocals. This is accompanied by She Is Love as a double A-side single. But the real reason to buy this if you already own the album, is for the studio version of My Generation, a cover of the classic Who song which Oasis regularly closes its concerts with. They have always kept true to the original on any song they cover and this is no different - it ROCKS!!!

Great Single.......2004-04-14

Heathan Chemistry was a great album by Oasis. This third single of the album is another great Oasis song.

Little by Little is a fantastic song. It's one of the top 5 songs off the Heathan Chemistry album and I'd put it their top 20 songs they've ever done. Noel once again puts a lot of emotion and feeling into the song. This is also one of the songs that Noel sings.

She is Love is another good song. I believe Noel wrote this one for his girlfriend, but I'm not 100% sure. If you'd listen to the lyrics it sure does sound like it. Noel also sings this one.

My Generation is a great cover. It's equal to the version sung by The Who. Oasis played this one a lot on their last tour and this is the only place to get it.

This single isn't a required one to get. I have it because I'm obsessed with this band and I think they are the greatest. Unless you collect Oasis like I do there really isn't a reason to pick this album up unless you want My Generation that bad. Go get Heathan Chemistry and enjoy all the songs off it.

really beautiful tunes.......2003-01-05

Little By Little is a song written and performed by Noel Gallagher. It has a beautiful chord arrangement, nice singing style by Noel, and a gorgeous chorus that elevates the entire song into a brilliant rock n roll anthem. Possibly one of Oasis' best songs in the past three years.

She Is Love is another Noel song. This one is a dreamy love song with amazing lyrics and handclaps that come on near the end of the song giving it an edgy feel.

Two beautiful Oasis songs released as A-sides. What more do you ask for?

If you enjoy this, i recommend you purchasing Heathen Chemistry.

The Genius of Noel Gallagher.......2002-12-24

With this single, Noel Gallagher continues to prove he's one of the best songwriters around today. "She Is Love" and "Little By Little" are both great melodies that also show what an undreratted singer he is as well, since he takes the lead from little brother Liam, which gives the songs a more personal feel. The cover of the Who's "My Generation" continues an Oasis trend of never wasting a B-Side, and really makes one wonder why the band isn't bigger here in the U. S.

Third Single off of "Heathen Chemistry" is Just Average.......2002-11-15

After the terrific singles "The Hindu Times" and "Stop Crying Your Heart Out", Oasis really makes a curious choice for its third single of the "Heathen Chemistry" album. This is a so-called "double A-sided" single, with "Little by Little" and "She is Love" being the "double As".

Both "Little by Little" and "She is Love" are Noel-penned and sung, and are average MOR ballads, at best. A much better choice for single IMHO would have been "Born on a Different Cloud", one of the album's best songs (it also would be the first Liam-written song to chart on its own). The redeeming track on this single is Oasis' take on The Who's "My Generation", which has been part of Oasis' live set the past year.

For those that already have the album, no need to buy this single, unless you just can't live without having "My Generation". For those that don't have the album, don't buy this single but buy the album instead!

Music Album:

1. Live Session
2. Love Lifted Me
3. Man! I Feel Like A Woman Pt. 1 (UK)
4. "Mickey Gilley - Greatest Hits, Vol. 1"
5. More Songs! from Circe Link
6. Nature of Man [Import]
7. Never Quits / I'm Trying So Hard
8. No Shoulder to Cry on [Import]
9. Odessa
10. Outlaws [Import]

Music Album