Grassroots

1. Rollin' in My Sweet Baby's Arms

2. Man of Constant Sorrow

3. Blue Moon of Kentucky

4. Foggy Mountain Breakdown

5. Wildwood Flower

6. Rocky Top

7. Somewhere Down Below the Mason Dixon Line

8. Orange Blossom Special

9. Salty Dog Blues

10. Before I Met You

11. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

12. Ballad of Jed Clampett

Grassroots,Various Artists,Synergy Ent,Bluegrass,Bluegrass Collections,Contemporary Bluegrass,Country,Pop,Traditional Bluegrass

Average customer rating: 311's finest hour. ____ YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! grassroots... amazing album 311 rules

Grassroots 311 Manufacturer: Volcano ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rap Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Metal | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Music 311 Soundsystem From Chaos Evolver ASIN: B00005ABHN Release Date: 1994-07-12

Tracks:

1. Homebrew
2. Lucky
3. Nutsymptom
4. 8:16 AM
5. Omaha Stylee
6. Applied Science
7. Taiyed
8. Silver
9. Grassroots
10. Salsa
11. Lose
12. Six
13. Offbeat Bare-Ass
14. 1, 2, 3

Amazon.com essential recording

Starting where Holland's Urban Dance Squad left off--thrash rock coupled with hip-hop beats, rapping, and Jamaican-style toasting--311 found their own voice on 1994's Grassroots. Here they prove to be an estimable groove machine on cuts such as "Applied Science" and "Omaha Stylee," blending turntable moves and ska rhythms like a kinder, gentler Fishbone. Avowed stoners, they dip into noodly Grateful Dead territory on the jammy "Taiyed," touch on Meters-style funk in the sleek "Grassroots," and echo the Bad Brains on the rasta-metal mosh "Salsa." Their dub-rock lexicon is spoken by the likes of Sublime, Limp Bizkit, and Sugar Ray--players in a rock genre of which Grassroots is a modern classic. --James Rotondi

Customer Reviews:

311's finest hour........2007-06-15

NOTE: I am actually 16 years old, I just don't want to sign up.



One of the things about me is that I like the kind of alternative rock where the musicians mix things up a bit and combine genres into one flavorful sound, and these guys, along with Sublime (who also rule) are the stars of that kind of music. Either way, I find this to be 311's best album because it shows the band at their most talented and where everything unique about them comes together at its best. Don't believe me? Read on.



The first track "Homebrew" has a killer guitar riff courtesy of Tim Mahoney, and "Lucky" has a great hook. My favorite song on here is "Nutsymptom" as it's very heavy, and halfway through, P-Nut showcases some mad slap bass skills, and Mahoney takes over with a Santana-like guitar solo. Also, "8:16 AM" is a nice, mellow track, and what you've heard about "Applied Science" is true, Chad Sexton performs a drum solo, and although it isn't very technical, it fits the music perfectly and it's nice to know it's there. "Taiyed", although short, has some nice bass work, and "Grassroots (the title track)" shows perfect synergy of genres. We can't forget the jazzy reggae ballad "Lose", and "1,2,3" is a great way to end the album. I didn't list all of the tracks because I didn't want to spoil everything for you, but what I can tell you is that all of the songs on here are great, so you will not be needing the skip button.



I have been listening to this album a lot lately, and it never gets old or tiresome, and it works great for whatever mood you are in, which adds to its greatness. So all in all, if you want some awesome rock music that blows everything on the radio out of the water, then pick up this album now. Not only is it the best album of 1994, it deserves to be considered one of the top 10 albums of the 1990s. It is that good.



LONG LIVE 311!!!!

____ YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-06-07

Grassroots just might be the best 311, if not, it's the best polished, and at their most ambitious.

Only on Grassroots, will you hear songs like 8:16 A.M. Omaha Stylee, Lose, and the title track. The whole album is full of guitar riffs that sound more like Zeppelin, and the bass can be heard the whole way, it just sounds like they made sure that every second of the song took thought into it. You'll hear a lot of stuff, some stuff takes a little time to discover because of the bass guitar lines were captivating you, or the lyrics, etc. And they do it will emotion too. Music dosen't get much better than this.

If your idea of music is Limp Bizkit, Grassroots is the opposite. This cd has more in common with Rage Against The Machine that Linkin Park. Grassroots is another classic 311, and arguably their best. The production makes the sound _______ on average speakers of headphones, so listen to this one on a great pair of headphones or speakers.

Long live 311!!!!!!!!!!

10/10

sorry...LONG LIVE 311!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (I'm with you, guy up from me!)

grassroots..........2006-03-11

widely regarded as 311's best album... grassroots has only gotten more and more popular as the years go by... their sophomore release is a showcase of their incredible precussion section and songwriting skills... noboby (except 311) has been able to have this much fun rocking out since... this is 311 at their most pure... more polished then their first album but not yet overproduced, it is an absolute necessity for any 311 fan or late blooming rock fan searching desperately for some decent rock...

amazing album.......2006-01-22

This album is tied as my favorite 311 album with Transistor. It's truly rare when a band releases a sophomore cd that's just as good (if not better) than their previous attempt. When I got this album, I listened to it every day for months on end. Nick and SA's singing and rapping, Tim's guitar work, PNuts bass playing wizardry, and Chad's metronome drumming never ceased to impress me. Years later, this album is still heavily rotated in my daily mix of music. I truly believe this is one of the best rock albums ever made, by anyone, period. If you don't already have this album, you need it in your collection.

311 rules.......2005-12-18

i see a lot of people are rating this as the best 311 album ever, although my personal favorite would have to be "music." but this album is definitely a classic. omahaa stylee is probably one of my top 3 311 tracks ever. it's genius.

Average customer rating: Sonically excellent CD! Oops, missed a song from my previous review Some great stuff, some filler Two Greats and a bunch of Also-Rans

Summer Of Love Vol. 2: Turn On { Various Artists } Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music Bubblegum | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music 1960s | By Decade | Pop | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Psychedelic Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Garage Rock | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music 1960-1969 | Decades | Compilations | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Rhino Records | Amazon.com Label Stores | Stores | Music Similar Items: Summer of Love, Vol. 1: Tune In (Good Time & Love Vibrations) Summer Of Love: The Hits of 1967 The British Invasion: History of British Rock, Vol. 9 Songs of Protest The Collected Country Joe & the Fish ASIN: B0000032VW Release Date: 1992-09-01

Tracks:

1. I Had Too Much to Dream (Last Night) - The Electric Prunes
2. Incense and Peppermints
3. Are You Gonna Be There (At the Love-In) [*] - The Chocolate Watchband
4. Epistle to Dippy - Donovan
5. Renaissance Fair [*] - The Byrds
6. Love Every Day - Boyce & Hart
7. Beat Goes On - Sonny & Cher
8. Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out) - Hombres
9. Twelve-Thirty (Young Girls Are Coming to the Canyon) - The Mamas & the Papas
10. Back on the Street Again [*] - Sunshine Company
11. Let's Live for Today - The Grass Roots
12. That Acapulco Gold [*] - Rainy Daze
13. It's a Happening Thing - Peanut Butter Conspiracy
14. My World Fell Down - Sagittarius
15. Six O'Clock - The Lovin' Spoonful
16. Whiter Shade of Pale - Procol Harum

Customer Reviews:

Sonically excellent CD!.......2004-01-31

Summer Of Love Vol. 2 is a nicely mixed selection of trippy pop songs, many of which blared from countless shirt-pocket ALL-TRANSISTOR radios in 1967. What makes this CD unique is that nearly every tune was purposely re-mastered using the original monaural mixes. Sonically, this CD is excellent, having been re-mastered by Bill Inglot who really has an ear for great sound.

Oops, missed a song from my previous review.......1998-08-29

It's me again, the "music fan from California."

I left a song off my list, so just wanted to complete the review:

That Acapulco Gold -- The Rainy Daze. One of those stupid lead-singer-singing-through-a-megaphone ditties. Remember "Winchester Cathedral"? This is like that song, but a thinly-veiled ode to marijuana. Throw-away filler.

Some great stuff, some filler.......1998-08-29

Some of the songs on this album were selections for the terrific original "Nuggets" album, which you'd be lucky to find anymore. However, while "Nuggets" shined throughout, this album is a very mixed bag.

The standouts:

I Had Too Much To Dream Last Night-- The Electric Prunes. A great psychedelic classic, with a bumblebee guitar riff.

Incense and Peppermints -- Strawberry Alarm Clock. A period piece, but still a great single.

Renaissance Fair -- The Byrds. A track from their fantastic "Younger Than Yesterday" album. Great Crosby/McGuinn tune. "I think that maybe I'm dreaming..."

Back On The Street Again -- The Sunshine Company. The best song by this group. Irresistable folk-tinged song with terrific harmony. Very happy sound, but melancholy lyrics.

My World Fell Down -- Sagittarius. This should've been a big hit when it was released. Instead, it's one of those rare gems that any true '60s fan should have. What a cool song. Great harmonies, instrumental parts, very well produced.

A Whiter Shade Of Pale -- Procol Harum. How can you not like this song? Rolling Stone voted it one of best singles of all time. Sort of "When A Man Loves A Woman" filtered and distorted through "Mr. Bojangles," with a healthy dose of extremely cryptic lyrics thrown in for good measure.

The filler:

Are You Gonna Be There -- The Chocolate Watch Band. So-so sneering Rolling Stones clone.

Epistle To Dippy -- Donovan. Donovan at his most wimpy and precious. Even the geeky song title should tell you something. Ugh! Turn it off!

Love Every Day -- Tommy Boyce & Bobby Hart. Well, if you like Peter & Gordon, I guess you'll like this easy-listening stuff. Otherwise....

The Beat Goes On -- Sonny and Cher. As irritating as always.

Let It Out (Let It All Hang Out) -- The Hombres. Amusing back in the '60s as a fun novelty song. Pretty embarrassing and silly now.

Twelve Thirty -- Mamas And Papas. Not one of their best songs.

Let's Live For Today -- The Grassroots. Never cared much for this song (or group).

It's A Happening Thing -- The Peanut Butter Conspiracy. Their one semi-hit. You can tell why they only had one hit.

Six O' Clock -- The Lovin Spoonful. Not one of their best songs.

You can find a lot of the good songs on other albums such as the (subsequent to the original "Nuggets") "Nuggets"-series records that Rhino released. Maybe those will have a better gem-to-filler ratio than this album.

Two Greats and a bunch of Also-Rans.......1998-06-29

The two really great cuts in this collection make it worth owning. That Acapulco Gold by the Rainy Daze and Let It Out (Let it All Hang Out) by the Hombres are true gems of the era. The rest of this stuff is fairly unremarkable.

Average customer rating: Good Songs - Bad Recording Buyer Beware!!!!! Grassroots Greatest Hits complete sham It's close, but no cigar... Can't match the original vinyls

Grassroots - Greatest Hits The Grass Roots Manufacturer: Remember ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Oldies | Pop | Styles | Music Compilations | Pop | Styles | Music | Dance Pop | Easy Listening | General | Oldies | Traditional Vocalists Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Jazz | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Pop | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Grass Roots - All Time Greatest Hits The Turtles - 20 Greatest Hits Gary Puckett & the Union Gap - Greatest Hits The Association's Greatest Hits The Vogues - Greatest Hits ASIN: B0000085WS Release Date: 1992-03-23

Tracks:

1. Where Were You When I Needed You
2. Let's Live for Today
3. Things I Should Have Said
4. Midnight Confessions
5. Bella Linda
6. Lovin' Things
7. River Is Wide
8. I'd Wait a Million Years
9. Heaven Knows
10. Walking Through the Country
11. Come on and Say It
12. Temptation Eyes
13. Sooner or Later
14. Two Divided by Love
15. Glory Bound

Album Details

The Grass Roots Music Movement Began in Earnest During the Late 60's. This La-Formed Outfit Cranked Out Plenty of Us Top 40 Chart Busters in their Heyday. Features the Early 70's Am Regulars 'Two Divided by Love', 'Midnight Confessions', the Early Hit 'Let's Live for Today', plus Twelve Other Folk-Tinged Favorites.

Customer Reviews:

Good Songs - Bad Recording.......2006-07-04

This CD has all the great songs, but most sound like they were literally recorded in a garage. These are not the original hit tracks that got airplay in the 60's and 70's. Pass on this one.

Buyer Beware!!!!!.......2004-06-01

These are NOT the original recordings nor are they quality remakes. Strictly budget hour and it's a pity so many will be fooled by the packaging. It's very embarrassing to have the Grass Roots name attached to this.
Get the All-Time Greatest Hits on MCA, or better yet the Rhino Anthology. It's now Out- Of-Print but turns up on Amazon.

Grassroots Greatest Hits complete sham.......2004-01-21

I bought this CD, and returned it for a refund in 2001. I am suprised it is still listed in the catalog as it is immediately obvious that the songs are not the originals and the artists could be anybody. This album is a complete misrepresentation and the real product should be found, if it exists at all, and then advertised here.

It's close, but no cigar..........2001-04-18

Being a big fan of 60's and 70's music and finally being dragged kicking and screaming into the new millenium, I went through my thousands of vinyl 45's and LPs to decide which ones I would replace with CDs. I had so many Grassroots 45s, that it was a no-brainer that I should purchase the Greatest Hits rather than find them on compilations. I listened to it today for the first time, and as they say in England, I was gobsmacked. Was that really the Grassroots? Or a tribute band? The voices sound familiar, the style was the same, but something was missing. It sounds as though the singer was reaching for the high notes. The music had a shallow, or one dimension quality. It wasn't rich with the many underlayers of quality sound that kept me singing their songs for all these years. I'm not a musician or a singer, so sorry if the description is poor. These are definitely not the original cuts of the songs. Don't get me wrong: I LOVE the songs. Some of them on my all time top 10 list. This CD release reminds me of them, but I'm keeping the vinyl around until I can burn my own CD of the originals.

Can't match the original vinyls.......1999-06-11

As a big fan of many of their time-tested songs, these remakes do not approach the quality of the originals, nor do they capture the flavor and depth of Rob Grill's vocals. As I enjoy listening to the tunes, unfortuneately, I can't play my vinyls in the car.

Average customer rating:

Dreams of the Color Blind Jason Harrod and Brian Funck Manufacturer: Heated Brick Records, Ltd. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000INYT4M

Product Description

Track Listing: 1. Blue Sky Morning 2. Cuckoo 3. Unable 4. Worn Out Welcome 5. Guessing Game 6. Nethy Bridge 7. Moment Before The Last 8. Stop And Stare 9. Hand Drawn Flowers 10.Shadowdance 11.Postscript

Average customer rating: 311's finest hour. ____ YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! grassroots... amazing album 311 rules

Grassroots 311 Manufacturer: Zomba ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Rap Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Metal | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Music 311 Soundsystem From Chaos Evolver ASIN: B000003CL7 Release Date: 2001-02-05

Tracks:

1. Homebrew
2. Lucky
3. Nutsymtom
4. 8:16 A.M.
5. Omaha Stylee
6. Applied Science
7. Taiyed
8. Silver
9. Grassroots
10. Salsa
11. Lose
12. Six
13. Offbeat Bare Ass
14. 1, 2, 3

Amazon.com essential recording

Starting where Holland's Urban Dance Squad left off--thrash rock coupled with hip-hop beats, rapping, and Jamaican-style toasting--311 found their own voice on 1994's Grassroots. Here they prove to be an estimable groove machine on cuts such as "Applied Science" and "Omaha Stylee," blending turntable moves and ska rhythms like a kinder, gentler Fishbone. Avowed stoners, they dip into noodly Grateful Dead territory on the jammy "Taiyed," touch on Meters-style funk in the sleek "Grassroots," and echo the Bad Brains on the rasta-metal mosh "Salsa." Their dub-rock lexicon is spoken by the likes of Sublime, Limp Bizkit, and Sugar Ray--players in a rock genre of which Grassroots is a modern classic. --James Rotondi

Customer Reviews:

311's finest hour........2007-06-15

NOTE: I am actually 16 years old, I just don't want to sign up.



One of the things about me is that I like the kind of alternative rock where the musicians mix things up a bit and combine genres into one flavorful sound, and these guys, along with Sublime (who also rule) are the stars of that kind of music. Either way, I find this to be 311's best album because it shows the band at their most talented and where everything unique about them comes together at its best. Don't believe me? Read on.



The first track "Homebrew" has a killer guitar riff courtesy of Tim Mahoney, and "Lucky" has a great hook. My favorite song on here is "Nutsymptom" as it's very heavy, and halfway through, P-Nut showcases some mad slap bass skills, and Mahoney takes over with a Santana-like guitar solo. Also, "8:16 AM" is a nice, mellow track, and what you've heard about "Applied Science" is true, Chad Sexton performs a drum solo, and although it isn't very technical, it fits the music perfectly and it's nice to know it's there. "Taiyed", although short, has some nice bass work, and "Grassroots (the title track)" shows perfect synergy of genres. We can't forget the jazzy reggae ballad "Lose", and "1,2,3" is a great way to end the album. I didn't list all of the tracks because I didn't want to spoil everything for you, but what I can tell you is that all of the songs on here are great, so you will not be needing the skip button.



I have been listening to this album a lot lately, and it never gets old or tiresome, and it works great for whatever mood you are in, which adds to its greatness. So all in all, if you want some awesome rock music that blows everything on the radio out of the water, then pick up this album now. Not only is it the best album of 1994, it deserves to be considered one of the top 10 albums of the 1990s. It is that good.



LONG LIVE 311!!!!

____ YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!.......2007-06-07

Grassroots just might be the best 311, if not, it's the best polished, and at their most ambitious.

Only on Grassroots, will you hear songs like 8:16 A.M. Omaha Stylee, Lose, and the title track. The whole album is full of guitar riffs that sound more like Zeppelin, and the bass can be heard the whole way, it just sounds like they made sure that every second of the song took thought into it. You'll hear a lot of stuff, some stuff takes a little time to discover because of the bass guitar lines were captivating you, or the lyrics, etc. And they do it will emotion too. Music dosen't get much better than this.

If your idea of music is Limp Bizkit, Grassroots is the opposite. This cd has more in common with Rage Against The Machine that Linkin Park. Grassroots is another classic 311, and arguably their best. The production makes the sound _______ on average speakers of headphones, so listen to this one on a great pair of headphones or speakers.

Long live 311!!!!!!!!!!

10/10

sorry...LONG LIVE 311!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (I'm with you, guy up from me!)

grassroots..........2006-03-11

widely regarded as 311's best album... grassroots has only gotten more and more popular as the years go by... their sophomore release is a showcase of their incredible precussion section and songwriting skills... noboby (except 311) has been able to have this much fun rocking out since... this is 311 at their most pure... more polished then their first album but not yet overproduced, it is an absolute necessity for any 311 fan or late blooming rock fan searching desperately for some decent rock...

amazing album.......2006-01-22

This album is tied as my favorite 311 album with Transistor. It's truly rare when a band releases a sophomore cd that's just as good (if not better) than their previous attempt. When I got this album, I listened to it every day for months on end. Nick and SA's singing and rapping, Tim's guitar work, PNuts bass playing wizardry, and Chad's metronome drumming never ceased to impress me. Years later, this album is still heavily rotated in my daily mix of music. I truly believe this is one of the best rock albums ever made, by anyone, period. If you don't already have this album, you need it in your collection.

311 rules.......2005-12-18

i see a lot of people are rating this as the best 311 album ever, although my personal favorite would have to be "music." but this album is definitely a classic. omahaa stylee is probably one of my top 3 311 tracks ever. it's genius.

Average customer rating: Amazing Three-Eleven's 1994 Debut obviously

Grassroots 311 Manufacturer: Volcano ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rap Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Metal | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Soundsystem Transistor From Chaos 311 Music ASIN: B00005ABHL Release Date: 1994-07-12

Tracks:

1. Homebrew
2. Lucky
3. Nutsymptom
4. 8:16 AM
5. Omaha Stylee
6. Applied Science
7. Taiyed
8. Silver
9. Grassroots
10. Salsa
11. Lose
12. Six
13. Offbeat Bare-Ass
14. 1, 2, 3

Customer Reviews:

Amazing.......2001-07-15

311 has so much talent, it is almost unfair. They make other bands look like wanna-be musicians because they are so good. 311 was doing the hybrid style of rap and rock (and several other styles of music) before anyone else, in the late 80's. It's refreshing to have a band that promotes positivity and that is above all of the garbage that so many other bands seem content to wallow in.

Three-Eleven's 1994 Debut.......2001-03-29

Grassroots, 311's second album, displays an improved sense of songwriting and melody, as well as a more confident rhythm section. They still sound heavily indebted to The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Faith No More, but the band is beginning to forge out their own identity on Grassroots.

obviously.......2000-06-16

everyone knows that 311 is an amazing band, and grassroots is one of their bests. There are a lot of curses on the regular version, so this is necessary. if for some reason you can't buy the regular version, invest in this. you won't be sorry.

Average customer rating: I LOVE THIS ALBUM!

Amaze Me: Songs in the Key of Peace Various Artists Manufacturer: Rubberneck Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Folk | Styles | Music Traditional Folk | Folk | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Folk | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music Country Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Jazz Funk | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music General | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Hands ASIN: B00012CTUQ Release Date: 2003-10-07

Tracks:

1. Amaze Me--Girlyman
2. Freedom--Ellis
3. Kindness--Erika Luckett
4. Tick Tock America--Patrice Pike
5. Fall Or Fly--Edie Carey
6. This Voice--Brenda Weiler
7. CodePINK--Pat Humphries and Sandy O
8. Great Peace March--Holly Near
9. Current Events--Judith-Kate Friedman
10. Hawk And The Dove--Tret Fure
11. Hole--Natalia Zukerman
12. Lullaby 101--Kris Delmhorst
13. America--Multiple artists (written by Erika Luckett)

Album Description

AMAZE ME: SONGS IN THE KEY OF PEACE is a grassroots benefit CD of women's voices for peace. The album features thirteen songs by independent singer-songwriters from across the US. All proceeds (100%) are being donated to organizations that support peace, justice, and free speech. Beneficiaries include Women Against Military Madness (WAMM), Veterans for Peace, CodePINK, and Democracy Now.

This is a collection of songs by musicians who love their country and believe the US can be a leader for peace in the world. In a time when it's said to be unpatriotic to use the very freedoms we are trying to protect, these women are not afraid to stand up for what they believe in. The songs cover a lot of ground, from kindness and lullabies to guided missiles and the Patriot Act. Some issue a direct challenge for a better America while others invite the listener to imagine peaceful alternatives to our current course of action. Most are recent creations, although a few date back 10-15 years with messages that are still relevant today.

The project came together through a collaboration of musicians and concerned citizens who wanted an alternative to the voices they were hearing in the mainstream press and radio: primarily male voices arguing for pre-emptive attacks and military budget increases. In a time when corporate radio heads banned the Dixie Chicks for exercising their First Amendment rights, this concerned group wondered what other voices were being silenced.

They decided to find those voices and create a way for them to be heard, with the proceeds going to other organizations working for peace. They sent out a call for submissions and received 86 songs from independent artists. The group members donated their time and resources to help make the benefit album a reality, and their spirit of volunteerism has been contagious. Many individuals and businesses donated resources or offered their services at greatly reduced prices to support the cause.

The CD hits the streets on October 7th, 2003 and will be available nationally at many retail locations around the US as well as on the web. Order the CD today!

Customer Reviews:

I LOVE THIS ALBUM!.......2003-12-12

I recently borrowed this CD from a friend and now I plan to buy several copies of my own to give away as gifts. There are so many great things about this record. First, the songs are amazing (no pun intended) and inspiring! Second, the CD has introduced me to a bunch of new songwriters who I didn't know about before. Third, proceeds from the album go to groups working for peace. Rarely do I like compilation CDs, but these songs were thoughtfully chosen. I really recommend it. Also, all of the songs and their lyrics are on the website, so you can check it out before you buy! If you like any of the artists on the CD: Kris Delmhorst, Brenda Weiler, Edie Carey, Ellis, etc. I think you'll like this CD just as much!

Average customer rating:

Legends Live Mark Lindsay , Grassroots , Spencer Davis , Jean Knight , and Merrilee Rush Manufacturer: Rko ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music New Orleans Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Traditional Jazz General | Traditional Jazz & Ragtime | Jazz | Styles | Music New Orleans & Dixieland Jazz | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music Dixieland | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Compilations | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000J5YQ Release Date: 2003-04-22

Tracks:

1. Him or Me -- Mark Lindsay
2. Hungry -- Mark Lindsay
3. Kicks -- Mark Lindsay
4. Good Thing -- Mark Lindsay
5. Indian Reservation -- Mark Lindsay
6. Arizona -- Mark Lindsay
7. Where Were You When I Needed You -- Grassroots
8. Let's Live For Today -- Grassroots
9. Midnight Confessions -- Grassroots
10. I'd Wait a Million Years -- Grassroots
11. Heaven Knows -- Grassroots
12. Temptation Eyes -- Grassroots
13. Mr. Big Stuff -- Jean Knight
14. Gimme Some Lovin' -- Spencer Davis
15. I'm a Man -- Spencer Davis
16. Angel of The Morning -- Merilee Rush

Average customer rating: An Honest Find - The Jodie Manross Band Even better than the first!! Just keeps getting better Straight Outta Knoxville Straight Outta Knoxville

Going Somewhere Soon Manufacturer: Jodie Manross Band ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Folk | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Still Don't Save the Kisses West Pretty Little Stranger Taking The Long Way ASIN: B0000775OR Release Date: 2002-10-22

Tracks:

1. Manhattan
2. To You
3. Wreck
4. Ayappa
5. Echoes
6. Going Somewhere Soon
7. Hard Way
8. Daydream in Color
9. Hope Against History
10. Sometimes
11. Ain't That Good News
12. Given
13. Hold
14. River Song

Album Description

The follow up album of the Jodie Manross Band explores the versatility of original grassroots acoustic rock. From grinding blues riffs to haunting acappela work, the fourteen original songs on Going Somewhere Soon showcase the powerful voice of Manross with lyrics as fluid as the music itself. The creative guitar work, powerful percussion, unique blend of musical styles, and driving bass all unite with Manross' rich vocals to present a CD that breaks the traditional folk singer mold and is refreshingly impossible to categorize. Going Somewhere Soon is an engaging, emotionally provoking piece that is presented with the original honesty of one soul reaching out to others. However, to fully appreciate the full range of artistry of the Jodie Manross Band, you need to witness them live for an unforgettable live music experience.

Customer Reviews:

An Honest Find - The Jodie Manross Band.......2002-12-28

It's easy to sum up a review of the Jodie Manross Band's "going somewhere soon" in two words: "Buy this." Explaining my rave takes a few more than two words, but they're just as easy to write.
This album is as eclectic and emotionally diverse as life; the tracks range from haunting to angry to exultant, but all flex a tight, clear virtuosity rare in today's crap-saturated music market. Manross's rich vocals and thought-planting lyrics stir the innards of even this typically obtuse guy, the percussion induces head-bopping throughout, and though this is not a classic rock or old-metal band, the guitar carries the same power as some of Led Zeppelin's bluesier numbers. Most of the tracks feature surprising, unpredictable bridges and a quirky energy that can only be called original. These are obviously flexible musicians who are pushing and exploring - artists with versatility, and even something to "say."
The first track, "Manhattan," grabs your attention, and that's good because you're then prepared for more than an hour of the same. Two of my other favorites were track 9, "Hope Against History," a funky, tight stimulant of a song with a slightly hard taste, and track 14, "River Song," deceptively simple yet spiritually textured with classic blues feel. This last track has a sweet surprise after the "end," but it's not quite as sweet as the happy fluke of coming across this small but powerful collection of musicians. The Jodie Manross band is an honest band, and an honest find.

Even better than the first!!.......2002-12-09

My only complaint about this album: it took far too long to arrive. But it has been in my possession for several weeks now and we have truly enjoyed it. I loved their first album, Still, but have to admit this one is better. It's just deeper and richer and, unlike many albums I own, there is not a single song I don't love. Was thrilled to see the band in concert earlier this year and was very happy to see several of the songs they did then on this album. It's wonderful. I will shut up now and let you go ahead and buy it. If you don't , you are really missing out.

Just keeps getting better.......2002-12-04

Prepare to be blown away by this CD. The songwriting is insightful and inspiring, and the musicianship is top-notch. Jodie's voice is amazing and powerful, and Laith's guitar work is simply - wow. I have no idea how to categorize their music, and that is part of what makes it great. I love "Still" and all of its great songs, but this CD surpasses it with its excellent quality and production (and even more songs!) "Going Somewhere Soon" is in heavy rotation on my stereo, and hopefully soon it will be on yours as well. Now if only they would record that swingin' version of "Summertime" that they do live...

Straight Outta Knoxville.......2002-11-09

Greetings all. Today is a great day in my musical life, as I have listened to the new Jodie Manross CD 8 times (going on my ninth as we speak). To begin in a random fashion, I must say that when the Jazz-club break came on in the middle of "To You," I about died. That event was by far the greatest thing I have heard in many months. Now, on to a more organized review...

1. Sonically, "Going Somewhere Soon" is fairly similar to "Still," although a generous dose of percussion joins the mix along with some nice electric guitar, piano, and perhaps a flute(?). The identifiable acoustic guitar talents of Laith are still readily apparent as is Dre's driving bass (slightly similar to "Dr. Dre" in a strange way... I'm just not sure how). While I enjoy these additions just as much as the instrumentation on Still, I feel that the layering and mid-song breakdowns provide an added level of musical interest. In essence, all the best parts of Still with some new instruments and chord progressions present. Oh, and how can we forget Jodie's voice! Jodie remains a strong, versatile singer with vocal alternations between silky sweet and powerfully passionate. The interspersed harmonies are very nice as well, and a certain blues influence is pleasantly prevalent in several of the songs as it adds even more texture.

2. Lyrically, "Going Somewhere Soon" matches the complexity and honesty of "Still." A very personal release, this CD just needs to be experienced, as I do not feel I could do justice to its emotional roots. Each song will connect with you in a very unique way, and I'm hesitant to attempt to pigeonhole any meanings that the songs might have for individual people.

3. Developmentally, this CD leaves you feeling like the Jodie Manross Band is "coming away stronger," to quotes Echoes. I love "Still," and I feel that "Going Somewhere Soon" is a natural evolution from the beautiful, occasionally minimalistic music of Still. Of course, two of my favorite songs from Still involve very little instrumentation (Penn. Song and Pull of the Moon, the latter of which is acapella), so this should not be construed as a bad thing. The production is handled wonderfully, and being a producer myself, I was overly impressed with the sound quality of the album. Knowing the challenges of home studio recording, I give mad props to JMB for pulling off such an excellent CD.

4. To conclude, I would just like to say that the members of the Jodie Manross Band are wonderful people as well as wonderful musicians, and I am eager to hear them in concert again--a real treat that you should not miss out on if you live in the Southeast. While I have only seen Jodie and Laith in concert, their musical passion on stage is moving and enchanting. Oh, and need I mention Laith's wicked oud (an Asian instrument similar to a sitar)? When I heard him break out into his oud jam, I definitely about overturned several coffee tables. Oh yes, and there is an oud section on this CD... just one more incentive to purchase it!

If you like good, honest, passionate music, purchase this CD, or at least go to a live show (check the website, which I would post except that the reason this review wasn't posted earlier is because I included the website address, which is illegal on Amazon, and they wouldn't display it). 'Nuff said. Oh yeah, and keep a lookout for the JMB tribute rap from DJ Decryption in the near future. Its tentative title is "Ridin' Through Knoxville Wit Ouds Blazin'" Just something to look forward to... =)

Straight Outta Knoxville.......2002-11-07

Greetings all. Today is a great day in my musical life, as I have listened to the new Jodie Manross CD 8 times (going on my ninth as we speak). To begin in a random fashion, I must say that when the Jazz-club break came on in the middle of "To You," I about died. That event was by far the greatest thing I have heard in many months. Now, on to a more organized review...

1. Sonically, "Going Somewhere Soon" is fairly similar to "Still," although a generous dose of percussion joins the mix along with some nice electric guitar, piano, and perhaps a flute(?). The identifiable acoustic guitar talents of Laith are still readily apparent as is Dre's driving bass (slightly similar to "Dr. Dre" in a strange way... I'm just not sure how). While I enjoy these additions just as much as the instrumentation on Still, I feel that the layering and mid-song breakdowns provide an added level of musical interest. In essence, all the best parts of Still with some new instruments and chord progressions present. Oh, and how can we forget Jodie's voice! Jodie remains a strong, versatile singer with vocal alternations between silky sweet and powerfully passionate. The interspersed harmonies are very nice as well, and a certain blues influence is pleasantly prevalent in several of the songs as it adds even more texture.

2. Lyrically, "Going Somewhere Soon" matches the complexity and honesty of "Still." A very personal release, this CD just needs to be experienced, as I do not feel I could do justice to its emotional roots. Each song will connect with you in a very unique way, and I'm hesitant to attempt to pigeonhole any meanings that the songs might have for individual people.

3. Developmentally, this CD leaves you feeling like the Jodie Manross Band is "coming away stronger," to quotes Echoes. I love "Still," and I feel that "Going Somewhere Soon" is a natural evolution from the beautiful, occasionally minimalistic music of Still. Of course, two of my favorite songs from Still involve very little instrumentation (Penn. Song and Pull of the Moon, the latter of which is acapella), so this should not be construed as a bad thing. The production is handled wonderfully, and being a producer myself, I was overly impressed with the sound quality of the album. Knowing the challenges of home studio recording, I give mad props to JMB for pulling off such an excellent CD.

4. To conclude, I would just like to say that the members of the Jodie Manross Band are wonderful people as well as wonderful musicians, and I am eager to hear them in concert again--a real treat that you should not miss out on if you live in the Southeast. While I have only seen Jodie and Laith in concert, their musical passion on stage is moving and enchanting. Oh, and need I mention Laith's wicked oud (an Asian instrument similar to a sitar)? When I heard him break out into his oud jam, I definitely about overturned several coffee tables. Oh yes, and there is an oud section on this CD... just one more incentive to purchase it!

If you like good, honest, passionate music, purchase this CD, or at least go to a live show 'Nuff said. Oh yeah, and keep a lookout for the JMB tribute rap from DJ Decryption in the near future. Its tentative title is "Ridin' Through Knoxville Wit Ouds Blazin'" Just something to look forward to... =)

Average customer rating: !!! PEG CITY MAKES SOME NOISE !!!

Antarctica: Cold Cold World EP Mood Ruff Manufacturer: URBNET Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Rap & Hip-Hop General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Rap & Hip-Hop General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00006RG6K Release Date: 2003-05-27

Tracks:

1. Peoples:We Ain't
2. Antarctica:Cold Cold World
3. Originate
4. Slo Balance
5. Like To Say - featuring Shadez
6. Times Own - featuring Zion I
7. Bonus Track: New Moon (Remix)

Album Description

Mood Ruff returns from the cold, with a new joint called "Antarctica" a 7 track release of funk induced hip hop. The music is warm and infectious with hints of the old school. They deliver smooth malt-like lyrics in a big bowl of rhythm made for any music fan. Guests include California's Zion I, Kemo (of the Rascalz), Shadez, Toronto producers Da Grassroots, and Winnipeg funksters The Hummers.

Customer Reviews:

!!! PEG CITY MAKES SOME NOISE !!!.......2005-05-07

MOOD RUFF CONTINUE ONCE AGAIN TO PROVE THAT THEY DO IN FACT, HAVE SOMETHING TO PROVE. ANYONE FROM PEG CITY KNOWS THESE GUYS, WHETHER YOU LOVE EM OR HATE EM. AND, WHETHER YOU LOVE OR HATE'EM, YOU CAN'T DENY THAT THEY HAVE COMOE TO PERFECT THE SWEET TECHNIQUES THAT THEY RIDE OFF. MOOD RUFF COMBINE JAZZY ELEMENTS WITH HIPHOP, AND PACKAGE IT TO YOU IN A TASTY BURST OF STRAIGHT UP CULTURAL HIP HOP. FOR ONLY AN EP, ITS A GOOD LISTEN. RECOMMENDED TO FANS OF THE UNDERGROUND.

Music Album:

1. Hank Williams
2. Heathen Songs [Import]
3. Highway Radio: Great Country Road Songs
4. Hits of Brooks & Dunn, Vol. 1 [Karaoke]
5. Hot Country Dancin
6. How Do I Live
7. I'm Stickin' with You
8. I Remember You
9. Idol Makers PK 519 Songs
10. If My Heart Had a Voice

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