Best of New Zealand [Import]

1. Pokearekare

2. Whaakaria Mai

3. Ten Guitars

4. Tanja

5. The Haka

6. Slice Of Heaven

7. Poi Medley

8. Haere Mai Means Welcome

9. E Ipo

10. Hoki Mai

11. God Defend New Zealand

Best of New Zealand,Various Artists,Appla,World Music

Average customer rating: the return of crowded house..... Great CD Essential compilation of severely underrated band An entire CD that is very easy to listen to. beautiful, soaring, exciting pop/rock

Recurring Dream: The Very Best Of Crowded House Crowded House Manufacturer: Capitol ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Farewell to the World History Never Repeats: The Best of Split Enz Time on Earth The Best of Simple Minds Crowded House ASIN: B000002U5B Release Date: 1996-07-23

Tracks:

1. Weather With You
2. World Where You Live
3. Fall At Your Feet
4. Locked Out
5. Don't Dream It's Over
6. Into Temptation
7. Pineapple Head
8. When You Come
9. Private Universe
10. Not The Girl You Think You Are
11. Instinct
12. I Feel Possessed
13. Four Seasons In One Day
14. It's Only Natural
15. Distant Sun
16. Something So Strong
17. Mean To Me
18. Better Be Home Soon
19. Everything Is Good For You

Customer Reviews:

the return of crowded house............2007-03-15

this band needs no intro....
this greatest hits shows the greatness of a band audio-wise but doesnt show their incredible live presence and on-stage banter that made them legends. Paul Hester sadly left us a few years ago but the news is out:

Thursday, January 25, 2007

Crowded House Reform - Official Statement from the Band


Crowded House founders Neil Finn and Nick Seymour have confirmed that they will be putting the band back together, with plans for a new studio album and world tour.

Talking about the decision Neil said "After spending most of last year making music and hanging out with my friend Nick Seymour we are now announcing our intention to reform Crowded House with a new record entitled Time On Earth. It feels right to us that the band should re-emerge at this time and together with Mark Hart we look forward to reconnecting with the audience that we established and for whom we still hold a deep respect. We aim to make the upcoming shows and the new music every bit as vital and spirited as what has come before. We are conscious that Paul Hester was above all a great drummer and we are currently auditioning to find someone special to take that role."

The band is currently putting the finishing touches on the new album for release later in the year. Tour plans are yet to be announced but the band have confirmed they will play the Coachella Music and Arts Festival in California USA along with Bjork, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Rage Against the Machine."

they are coming out with a new album this year (2007) and a new tour!!!!


GOD BLESS CROWDED HOUSE.....

Great CD.......2007-02-09

I really didn't know much about this band. I loved the song "Don't Dream It's Over"; so I bought this CD. The entire CD is great. It is filled with easy listening and mellow songs. The CD just leaves you feeling really good. I love it.

Essential compilation of severely underrated band.......2007-01-19

I agree with most of the other reviewers: Crowded House were massively underrated. The critics were fond of their albums at the time, and in the years since Neil Finn has been acknowledged of one of the master songwriters of his generation. Still, outside of their home turf of Australia and New Zealand, few people are familiar with the name Crowded House. Play them "Don't Dream It's Over," their brilliant 1987 chart-topper, and you'll probably get a vague, "Ohhh, they did *that* song." This is simply a shame.

Almost every band purported to be the Next Big Thing eventually gets compared to The Beatles, whether it's Duran Duran or The Strokes, and it's usually quite a stretch in any number of ways. Not so with Crowded House. In superficial aesthetics the two bands share a lot in common: the Rubber Soul-like harmonies that adorn their album Woodface; the driving, melodic basslines of Nick Seymour (much like Paul McCartney); Paul Hester's non-technical, but undeniably toe-tapping drumming; and Neil Finn's voice, which can break into Lennon-esque, hoarse rock shout, or have a soothing clarinet quality like McCartney.

But the songwriting is where the comparison is most apt. The Beatles' best songs seem almost inevitable and cosmic: *somebody* was bound to happen upon a melody this perfect eventually (as in "Yesterday"), and for some reason Lennon and McCartney were able to pluck such songs out of the air regularly. Neil Finn did the same, several times for each album, with Crowded House. Listen to "Four Seasons In One Day" just once, and you'll hear what I mean.

With this album, all these songs are collected in one place. I can't say how essential this disc is for anyone who appreciates outstanding pop songwriting that goes beyond catchy and crafted and into the realm of something deep and transcendent. The first 10 listens you'll be enjoying the melodies, energy and fantastic production; after that, you'll feel like you've found a new musical best friend. It's that good.

An entire CD that is very easy to listen to........2007-01-13

This CD plays like an easy listening extravaganza. Every song is mellow and classic. The band is apparently from New Zealand/Australia, which may explain the subtle brit pop undertones.. not to mention the McCartney-esque style of a few tracks. Overall this CD is a great buy, you won't be disappointed.

beautiful, soaring, exciting pop/rock.......2006-12-31

When I first listened to this disk, I could knew one Crowded House song (Don't Dream It's Over), which is a great song, but I didn't know the band. A friend recommended this disk, which I listened to the first time at work. I didn't get anything done for that hour, and if CD's could wear out, I'd long ago have needed to replace this one.

Crowded House may not be a major band - one MTV hit, a couple of radio hits, and they're real big in New Zealand (where they are from) - but they are one of greats. Reminiscent at times of (OK, I know, this gets thrown around too often, but it's true) the Beatles (in their mid-years - think Rubber Soul) and The Ocean Blue, they can mellow with the best (Not the Girl You Think You Are, Four Seasons in One Day). When they choose to rock (Locked Out), the maintain musical and lyrical integrity. Weather With You is an indescribable joy.

Perhaps not for metalheads, but anyone who likes sophisticated (but not overly complex) arrangements, thoughtful lyrics, and spotless, emotional performance will love this.

Average customer rating: If you're wondering Split Who? Start here. A Poor Man's Squeeze best Of The Boston Scene Beware of "well written" reviews that say NOTHING! Just awesome...

History Never Repeats: The Best of Split Enz Split Enz Manufacturer: A&M ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music New Wave | New Wave & Post-Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Recurring Dream: The Very Best Of Crowded House True Colours Squeeze - Greatest Hits Woodface Crowded House ASIN: B000002GCZ Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. I Got You
2. Hard Act To Follow
3. Six Months In A Leaky Boat
4. What's The Matter With You
5. One Step Ahead
6. I See Red
7. Message To My Girl
8. History Never Repeats
9. I Hope I Never
10. Dirty Creature
11. Poor Boy

Customer Reviews:

If you're wondering Split Who? Start here........2007-04-06

What's with all these "new wave" reviews? Split Enz never belonged to any wave. University daze, mid 70's and what do I encounter? The most out there, incredibly hard rocking, deliberately off centre bunch of guys with one of the best songwriter/voice combinations ever. I'm talking about Split Enz, followers of no fad whatsoever (akin to the concept of trend-setter really, long gone by the time everyone gets to wherever they're at) and particularly about Tim Finn.

Split Enz was Tim's band, Neil came along a bit later, added significantly to the band (not that it was lacking without him) and then drifted off into pop-la-la-land as Crowded House. Tim never went down the pop route and Spilt Enz was his early tour de force.

This compilation is a superb introduction to the band, or a good "best of" to have in the car or whatever. As to whether the selected tracks really are the best, who cares? They're a great selection. You get some hard rocking stuff like "I see red", "I Got You" and "Shark Attack", some wonderful melodic pieces "Dirty Creature", "Pioneer/Six Months in a Leaky Boat", "Poor Boy", "Message to my Girl" and Neil's "I walk away" (you can hear Crowded House all through this one, played by the better band).

All in all I cannot recommend this highly enough as a starter/taster of one of the best and least known (outside of AU/NZ) bands around.

After you've listened to this a few times and gone "wow", you better get True Colours and any of the early albums and then you'll really know what you missed out on.

And you'll be thinking ... goddam, why isn't this band around now? Well, it isn't, but Tim and Neil are and their 2004 release "Everyone is Here" is sublime.

A Poor Man's Squeeze.......2006-11-14

As I listened to this compilation, I couldn't help but notice that their pop sound was substantially akin to that of Squeeze. Unlike that band's singles compilation (45's and Under), this isn't hit after hit after hit. It's far too patchy, and moments of pop genius are interlaced with moments of vacous mediocrity.

I reckon that, if you like 80s pop music that's light on the synths, give these blokes a shot. Just be aware that you can get similar (and superior) fare from other bands (i.e., Squeeze).

P.S.

The band's earlier days, which according to the liner notes, were "adorably arty, wilfully experimental, and completely unfathomable to a mainstream audience," aren't covered in this collection. Sad; I might've been able to classify them as a poor man's Roxy Music as well.

best Of The Boston Scene.......2006-07-08

Split Enz may be from down under, but they remind me of the 80's boston scene.
If you are a fan of the boston music scene then check out these amazing albums:
1) Surfer Rosa by The Pixies
2) Lyres Lyres by The Lyres
3) Low Rises by Baby Ray
4) Vs. by Mission Of Burma
5) Fig. 15 by The Human Sexual Response

Beware of "well written" reviews that say NOTHING!.......2006-06-29

This is a fantastic collection and you probably already know that if you're looking to buy this CD. Contrary to what certain spotlight writers might suggest, "I Hope I Never" is an incredibly haunting, beautiful song. Tim Finn writes and sounds very little like Paul McCartney. In fact, I challenge anyone in the F.B.I. with a voice I.D. software program to find sufficient sonic connections between them! Furthermore, melodic songwriting is not the personal domain of The Beatles, who themselves were incredibly "derrivitive" (ie, Dylan, Motown artists, Elvis, Ray Charles, The Beach Boys, Ravi Shankar, British dancehall, etc). As influenced as the Finns might have been by The Beatles (who wasn't?!), Split Enz had their own distinctive sound. "True Colours" is a fine example of some of New Wave's best creative songwriting, innovative sounds and approach. What many often forget is that there was no definable New Wave formula. This left bands free to experiment as they wished under the "something new" category. Yes, this was way before college rock or indie music branded artists with marketable, definable sounds and image. Ah, those were the days my friend... Bands were doing their own thing in a spontaneous way that you just don't hear much of anymore. I got "True Colours" for Christmas that year and none of the other bands of that era sounded quite like them, apart from maybe Sparks or The Undertones. And if you still think Spit Enz were McCartney rip offs, try a comparison test between them and some of McCartney's New Wave efforts, such as "Getting Closer" off Wings Back to the Egg. I think it will be obivous that they aren't really on the same page. Listen for yourself and write your own review!

Just awesome..........2005-10-16

It is really hard not to like Split Enz or Crowded House for that matter. (Even with their saturation on Aussie radio) I always liked Split Enz a bit more than Crowded House because it had more of a New Wave sound to it, and you can see on this compliation the band develop with more raw songs like History Never Repeats and I See Red to the more Crowded House sound with Message To My Girl. The songs are just well done no matter what, you can tell the Finn's were heavily influenced by The Beatles, and the result here is just solid.

Average customer rating: the return of crowded house..... Great CD Essential compilation of severely underrated band An entire CD that is very easy to listen to. beautiful, soaring, exciting pop/rock

Recurring Dream: The Very Best of Crowded House Crowded House Manufacturer: EMI Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Live Albums | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Live Albums | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Farewell to the World History Never Repeats: The Best of Split Enz Time on Earth The Best of Simple Minds Crowded House ASIN: B000024M42 Release Date: 2002-11-26

Tracks:

1. Weather With You
2. World Where You Live
3. Fall At Your Feet
4. Locked Out
5. Don't Dream It's Over
6. Into Temptation
7. Pineapple Head
8. When You Come
9. Private Universe
10. Not The Girl You Think You Are
11. Instinct (Album Version)
12. I Feel Possessed
13. Four Seasons In One Day
14. It's Only Natural
15. Distant Sun
16. Something So Strong
17. Mean To Me
18. Better Be Home Soon
19. Everything Is Good For You

Customer Reviews:

the return of crowded house............2007-03-15

this band needs no intro....
this greatest hits shows the greatness of a band audio-wise but doesnt show their incredible live presence and on-stage banter that made them legends. Paul Hester sadly left us a few years ago but the news is out:

Thursday, January 25, 2007

Crowded House Reform - Official Statement from the Band


Crowded House founders Neil Finn and Nick Seymour have confirmed that they will be putting the band back together, with plans for a new studio album and world tour.

Talking about the decision Neil said "After spending most of last year making music and hanging out with my friend Nick Seymour we are now announcing our intention to reform Crowded House with a new record entitled Time On Earth. It feels right to us that the band should re-emerge at this time and together with Mark Hart we look forward to reconnecting with the audience that we established and for whom we still hold a deep respect. We aim to make the upcoming shows and the new music every bit as vital and spirited as what has come before. We are conscious that Paul Hester was above all a great drummer and we are currently auditioning to find someone special to take that role."

The band is currently putting the finishing touches on the new album for release later in the year. Tour plans are yet to be announced but the band have confirmed they will play the Coachella Music and Arts Festival in California USA along with Bjork, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Rage Against the Machine."

they are coming out with a new album this year (2007) and a new tour!!!!


GOD BLESS CROWDED HOUSE.....

Great CD.......2007-02-09

I really didn't know much about this band. I loved the song "Don't Dream It's Over"; so I bought this CD. The entire CD is great. It is filled with easy listening and mellow songs. The CD just leaves you feeling really good. I love it.

Essential compilation of severely underrated band.......2007-01-19

I agree with most of the other reviewers: Crowded House were massively underrated. The critics were fond of their albums at the time, and in the years since Neil Finn has been acknowledged of one of the master songwriters of his generation. Still, outside of their home turf of Australia and New Zealand, few people are familiar with the name Crowded House. Play them "Don't Dream It's Over," their brilliant 1987 chart-topper, and you'll probably get a vague, "Ohhh, they did *that* song." This is simply a shame.

Almost every band purported to be the Next Big Thing eventually gets compared to The Beatles, whether it's Duran Duran or The Strokes, and it's usually quite a stretch in any number of ways. Not so with Crowded House. In superficial aesthetics the two bands share a lot in common: the Rubber Soul-like harmonies that adorn their album Woodface; the driving, melodic basslines of Nick Seymour (much like Paul McCartney); Paul Hester's non-technical, but undeniably toe-tapping drumming; and Neil Finn's voice, which can break into Lennon-esque, hoarse rock shout, or have a soothing clarinet quality like McCartney.

But the songwriting is where the comparison is most apt. The Beatles' best songs seem almost inevitable and cosmic: *somebody* was bound to happen upon a melody this perfect eventually (as in "Yesterday"), and for some reason Lennon and McCartney were able to pluck such songs out of the air regularly. Neil Finn did the same, several times for each album, with Crowded House. Listen to "Four Seasons In One Day" just once, and you'll hear what I mean.

With this album, all these songs are collected in one place. I can't say how essential this disc is for anyone who appreciates outstanding pop songwriting that goes beyond catchy and crafted and into the realm of something deep and transcendent. The first 10 listens you'll be enjoying the melodies, energy and fantastic production; after that, you'll feel like you've found a new musical best friend. It's that good.

An entire CD that is very easy to listen to........2007-01-13

This CD plays like an easy listening extravaganza. Every song is mellow and classic. The band is apparently from New Zealand/Australia, which may explain the subtle brit pop undertones.. not to mention the McCartney-esque style of a few tracks. Overall this CD is a great buy, you won't be disappointed.

beautiful, soaring, exciting pop/rock.......2006-12-31

When I first listened to this disk, I could knew one Crowded House song (Don't Dream It's Over), which is a great song, but I didn't know the band. A friend recommended this disk, which I listened to the first time at work. I didn't get anything done for that hour, and if CD's could wear out, I'd long ago have needed to replace this one.

Crowded House may not be a major band - one MTV hit, a couple of radio hits, and they're real big in New Zealand (where they are from) - but they are one of greats. Reminiscent at times of (OK, I know, this gets thrown around too often, but it's true) the Beatles (in their mid-years - think Rubber Soul) and The Ocean Blue, they can mellow with the best (Not the Girl You Think You Are, Four Seasons in One Day). When they choose to rock (Locked Out), the maintain musical and lyrical integrity. Weather With You is an indescribable joy.

Perhaps not for metalheads, but anyone who likes sophisticated (but not overly complex) arrangements, thoughtful lyrics, and spotless, emotional performance will love this.

Average customer rating: A Wonderful Collection Traditional & Modern, Russian & Global. ! What's on this CD

The Best of Shostakovich Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Quartets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Trios | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Overtures | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Piano | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music Modern & 20th Century | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Shostakovich | Shostakovich, Dmitri | ( S ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs Under $7 | Symphonies | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Symphonies | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Symphonies | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music $6.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Shostakovich, Dmitri | ( S ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Instrumental | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: Best of Prokofiev Best of Elgar Shostakovich: The Jazz Album Shostakovich: Symphonies no 5 and 9 / Haitink The Best of Fauré ASIN: B0000014HZ Release Date: 1999-06-22

Tracks:

1. Festive Overture, Op. 96
2. The Gadfly, Film Score Suite, Op. 97a: Interlude
3. The Gadfly, Film Score Suite, Op. 97a: Barrel-Organ Waltz
4. The Gadfly, Film Score Suite, Op. 97a: Galop
5. The Gadfly, Film Score Suite, Op. 97a: Romance
6. Symphony No. 10 In E Minor, Op. 93: Allegro
7. The Age of Gold, Ballet Suite, Op. 22a: Adagio
8. The Age of Gold, Ballet Suite, Op. 22a: Polka
9. Pinao Concerto No. 2 in F major, Op. 102: Andante
10. Symphony No. 1 In F Minor, Op. 10: Allegro
11. String Quartet in No. 4 in D major, Op. 83: Andantrino
12. Symphony No. 9 In E Flat Major, Op. 70: Allegro
13. Piano Trio No. 2 In E Minor, Op. 67: Largo
14. Symphony No. 5 In D Minor, Op. 47: Allegro Non Troppo

Customer Reviews:

A Wonderful Collection .......2005-12-17

This is an excellent sampling of the music of one of the greatest composers of the twentieth century, displaying a wide range of emotion, from the enthusiasm of the first selection, the Festive Overture, to the soaring lyrical beauty of the Romance (track 5), to the poetry of the andante movement of the Piano Concerto No. 2 (track 9), to the slow, deep, intensity of the Largo movement of the Piano Trio No. 2 (track 13), very movingly performed by the Stockholm Arts Trio.

At the same time that the various musical selections exhibit Shostakovich's range and diversity, they are nonetheless arranged in such a way that the listener doesn't experience any unpleasant impact from the sudden change in tempo that occurs, for example, when the Romance in track 5 ends, and the very next selection is the highly energetic allegro movement from the Symphony No. 10. Rather, the feeling is one of stimulation and excitement as one moves, from one selection to the next, through the wonderful variety of Shostakovich's compositions.

The quality of the musicianship on every track is first rate, including the selections played by the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine and its talented conductor, Theodore Kuchar. The andante movemont of the Piano Concerto No. 2 is a slice of musical heaven, played wonderfully by pianist Michael Houston and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. There is power, intensity, tenderness, subtlety, and great beauty in the wonderful performances on this very reasonably priced CD. The sound engineering is also first rate, with crystal clear sound and excellent balance of the instruments. For those who want to hear a greater number of selections from this composer, Naxos has now released the two-CD "The Very Best of Shostakovitch."

Amongst the "Best of" or "Greatest Hits of" classical music CD's that I have, this is one of the best. Highly recommended.

Traditional & Modern, Russian & Global........2003-03-21

This CD opens a door for me to explore the huge music treasure of Shostakovich. I love every piece of music on this CD. "The Gadfly" film score suit is especially beautiful and performed by first-class musicians in National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine. There is too little, this is the only problem with this CD to me.

!.......2000-07-13

Pursuant to the previous review: Since there is now a listing supplied, I guess that the disc should now be considered a five star masterpiece.

What's on this CD.......1999-04-14

I'm not reviewing the CD, I'm reviewing your listing. What's with this "Best of" title where I can't find out what's on the CD. Better info please.

Average customer rating: Great single disc collection of world wide hits but lacking

20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Split Enz Split Enz Manufacturer: Umvd Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD New Wave | New Wave & Post-Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Progressive Rock | Progressive | Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Squeeze History Never Repeats: The Best of Split Enz Time on Earth Casino Royale (Two-Disc Widescreen Edition) ASIN: B00020H8VM Release Date: 2004-05-03

Tracks:

1. I Got You
2. Hard Act to Follow
3. Six Months in a Leaky Boat
4. What's the Matter with You
5. One Step Ahead
6. I See Red
7. Message to My Girl
8. History Never Repeats
9. I Hope I Never
10. Dirty Creature
11. Poor Boy

Customer Reviews:

Great single disc collection of world wide hits but lacking.......2004-10-03

Although this is a great single collection of the band's best known world wide hits, its missing some key album tracks that should be included as well. Neil Finn's "Iris", the original versionof "I Walk Away" , "The Devil You Know" and Tim's "Walking Through the Ruins", "Ghost Girl" and Eddie Rayner's perfect introduction to "Six Months" "Pioneer". Also missing are a couple of Phil Judd's essential tracks.

As a single CD sampler of the band's hits, this is exceptional but hardly essential. The remastered sound is pretty good although it lacks the dynamic range I would have expected from a newer release. Still, "Message to My Girl" has never sounded quite so wonderful as here.

Average customer rating: Even Chris Thompson wouldn't want to be remembered like this.

If You Remember Me: Very Best of Chris Thompson Chris Thompson Manufacturer: Renaissance ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Sooner or Later Night/Long Distance Won't Lie Down The Playboy Years Secret Agent Man: The Ultimate Johnny Rivers Anthology 1964-2006 ASIN: B000HT372C Release Date: 2006-10-31

Tracks:

1. If You Remember Me
2. You're the Voice
3. Radio Waves
4. Dust in the Light
5. Blinded by the Light [Live]
6. How Can Heaven Love Me - Sarah Brightman, , Chris Thompson
7. Questions [Live]
8. Hot Summer Nights
9. Love on the Airwaves
10. Longing
11. She's Not There
12. Don't Stop
13. Don't Stand Too Close to Me
14. For You [Live]
15. Secrets in the Dark
16. Dr. Rock
17. Thru Your Eyes
18. Cold Wind Across My Heart

Customer Reviews:

Even Chris Thompson wouldn't want to be remembered like this........2007-01-24

It pains me to write negative reviews. After all, much opinion is subjective, even that of sound quality. (Sadly) I know people who cannot distinguish the difference in sound between a disc played on a $100 Chinese sound system and one played on a $10,000 high-end SACD system. That said, you can probably see where I am heading here. The programme contents of this 'Best of" compilation are fine, covering the artist's solo work, that with his band Night, Manfred Mann's Earth Band, Alan Parsons project - even a single with Sarah Brightman - no real complaints there. However, it is the sound quality, or rather lack of it, that lets this retrospective down. If you read 'Charlie Bear's' review of 'Night', you will find a list of what he describes as the record label's trangressions, and many of them appear on this release also:
* bad sonics
* inconsistent db levels
* thin shallow sound
It seems Renaissance Records are the culprit again. What should have been a satisfying overview of Chris Thompson's career has turned out to be a thoroughly frustrating listening experience. According to the liner notes, John W Edwards of Renaissance is responsible for the 'digital remastering' (shame on you Mr Edwards), and the whole product is licensed by Chris Thompson to Renaissance. Bet you he wishes he'd picked another label.

In conclusion, this disc is only recommended to those whose 'ear' is not particularly discerning. 2 stars for the titles included.

Average customer rating: I never understood... Good New Zealand pop group Good overview a great retrospective

Heavenly Pop Hits: The Best of the Chills The Chills Manufacturer: Flying Nun ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Soft Bomb ASIN: B000026L3Q Release Date: 2007-07-26

Tracks:

1. Heavenly Pop Hit
2. I Love My Leather Jacket
3. Doledrums
4. Double Summer
5. Oncoming Day
6. Rolling Moon
7. I'll Only See You Alone Again
8. Never Never Go
9. Wet Blanket
10. Pink Frost
11. Kaleidoscope World
12. Look for the Good in Others and They'll See the Good in You
13. House With 100 Rooms
14. Part Past Part Fiction
15. Male Monster from the Id
16. This Is the Way

Album Description

16 track 'Best Of' for one of New Zealand's best and most popular bands of the '80s, includes all the A-sides (plus some extra cuts) including, 'I Love My Leather Jacket', 'Doledrums' and 'Pink Frost'. 1994 release. Standard jewel case.

Album Details

Greatest Hits Compilation from One of New Zealand's Greatest Pop Groups from the 80's. Features A-sides, Extra Cuts and Six Bonus Tracks: 'oncomming Day ('brave Words')', 'party in My Heart', 'living in a Jungle', 'big Dark Day', 'i Wish I Could Do Without You' and 'green Eyed Owl'.

Customer Reviews:

I never understood..........2006-10-02

...what happened to The Chills. They wrote some of the best pop songs of the nineties, yet could never seem to get their act together enough to fulfill their real potential. This is a good introduction, though really you might be better off just buying Submarine Bells and Kaleidoscope world instead, because once you hear this you're going to want to buy them anyways. My biggest regret is that they left off the bonus disc that was included in the original import pressing: while it only has a handful of difficult to find songs on it, one of those songs, Big Dark Day, is one of their best and, unless you have the patience (and luck) to track down the original single it was on, is nearly impossible to find anymore. Yet another example of one of the saddest pop music tragedies that no one seems to know or care about.

Good New Zealand pop group.......2006-08-26

The Chills were part of the seminal New Zealand label Flying Nun and were part of the so called 'Dunedin sound.' More or less they specialised in twee, catchy pop songs with an indie quality to them. Sometimes they are very beautiful, but sometimes a bit too twee and corny in terms of lyrics. But overall they were a good band and admirable in many respects. But its important to remember most of their songs were twee, this saves me mentioning it for every song. The compilation starts strongly with the Chills best known hit the aptly titled Heavenly Pop Hit, a memorable song. Thats followed by the short but sweet I Love My Leather Jacket, a tribute to a friend who passed away. One of the compilations best tunes comes after, the exquisute Doledrums which features a buoyant melody and pulls off the age old trick of writing a happy sounding song about a depressing subject. The chorus lyrics are "In the doledrums, On the dole." Fitting lyrics for a New Zealand rock band in 1990. The fourth track double summer is slightly soppy but is a great song nonetheless featuring a very beautiful melody. The Oncoming Day is more driving than most Chills songs and is good but not as good as the next tune Rolling Moon. This is a prime slice of early 80s Flying Nun 'Dunedin Sound' pop, a great, understated melodic tune which strongly reminds me of being a student in Dunedin, which I am. The standard kind of lowers slightly after than with some more forgettable songs like Never Never Go which are ok but not outstanding. Some more great tunes come later though with the classic Pink Frost which is introspective, brooding, beautiful and slightly creepy. Another pop classic follows with Kaleidoscope World. Some other decent tracks round out the rest of the comp. Anyone interested in Flying Nun or the Dunedin Sound will do well to buy this album, it features some great, unique tunes and overall is very good. But anyone who likes indie or pop/rock might like it.

Good overview.......2002-08-29

This is a great collection of heartfelt pop songs, however as it says it an 'uptempo collection' and therfore misses some of their finest quieter moments.
I'd recommend getting Submarine Bells before this.
Also i do need to point out to the previous guy that The Church were very much Australian.

a great retrospective.......2001-01-21

I don't know what's in the water in New Zealand, but that little island produced some of the best pop bands of the 1980's. Sure, you've heard the Church and Crowded House, but the Chills may have been the best of the bunch. "Greatest Hits" records usually tend to skip some of the best of an artist's work, but the Chills were, up till their last album, a singles band, so this works perfectly, collecting all their singles, up through the magnificent "Soft Bomb." Oh, and if that name sounds familiar, Justin Harwood left after the band's breakup to join Luna. This comp gets it all right, with thoughtful track sequencing, great liner notes, and good sound. These guys had the nerve to write a song, call it "Heavenly Pop Hit," and get away with it. 'Nuff said. Get this and "Soft Bomb," and you've got the best of their great career.

Average customer rating: Maybe the Only Elgar Compilation You'll Ever Need.

Elgar: Very Best Of Various , and Elgar Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Quartets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music Quintets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music All Works by Elgar | Elgar, Sir Edward | ( E ) | Featured Composers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music Concertinos | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Concertos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Serenades & Divertimentos | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music | Divertimentos Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Marches | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Overtures | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Tone Poems | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Chamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music General Contemporary | Modern, 20th, & 21st Century | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music Cello | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music Violin | Strings | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Sacred & Religious | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Oratorios | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Motets | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music Oratorios | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music All Classical Music Blowout | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Elgar, Sir Edward | ( E ) | Composers, A-Z | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Opera & Vocal | Classical Music Blowout | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Very Best of Shostakovich The Best of Haydn The Best of Fauré The Kite Runner ASIN: B000I2IUR0 Release Date: 2006-10-31

Tracks:

1. Pomp And Circumstance, Op.39 - James Judd
2. Salut D'Amour, Op.12 - Takako Nishizaki
3. Cockaigne, 'In London Town', Op.40 - Adrian Leaper
4. Cello Concerto In E Minor, Op.85 - Maria Kliegel
5. Piano Quintet In A Minor, Op.84 - Peter Donohoe
6. Sospiri, Op.70 - David Lloyd-Jones
7. Violin Sonata, Op.82 - Simone Lamsma
8. Ave Verum Corpus, Op.2, No.1 - Christopher Robinson
9. Violin Concerto In B Minor, Op.61 - Dong-Suk Kang
10. The Wand Of Youth - Suite No.2, Op.1b - James Judd

Tracks:

1. Imperial March, Op.32 - George Hurst
2. String Quartet In E Minor, Op.83 - Maggini String Quartet
3. Symphony No.2 In E Flat Major, Op.63 - Edward Downes
4. Vriations On An Original Theme, 'Enigma', Op.36 - George Hurst
5. The Apostles The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Me - Christopher Robinson
6. Symphony No.1 In A Flat Major, Op.55 - George Hurst
7. Serenade, Op.20 - Adrian Leaper
8. The Dream Of Gerontius, Op.38 - Bournemouth Symphony Chorus
9. Introduction And Allegro, Op.47 - Adrian Leaper
10. Sea Pictures - Sarah Connolly
11. Pomp And Circumstance, Op.39 - James Judd

Customer Reviews:

Maybe the Only Elgar Compilation You'll Ever Need........2006-12-07

Naxos' "Very Best Of Elgar" compilation is probably the most comprehensive overview ever of Edward Elgar's best known work. For those who are unfamiliar with this great British composer, this double-CD set serves as a perfect introduction to his music. Two out of five of his famous "Pomp and Circumstance" marches are here as well as excerpts from his two symphonies, violin and cello concertos, the famous "Nimrod" movement from his "Enigma Variations" and the "Cockaigne Overture".
Also included in this set are lesser known works such as excerpts from his Violin Sonata, String Quartet, Piano Quintet and choral works (Ave verum corpus, The Apostles and The Dream of Gerontius).
Each disc features over 70 minutes of music and includes brief annotations about the music in the CD booklet.
With all this said, "The Very Best Of Elgar" is a very satisfying compilation and is very well put together.
Great Collection.

Average customer rating: familial tunes, quite enjoyable

Best of Bizet Manufacturer: Naxos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music Romantic | Symphonies | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music General | Keyboard | Instruments | Classical | Styles | Music General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Romances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music French | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music CDs Under $7 | Classical General | Classical | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music CDs $7 - $10 | 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 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Opera & Vocal | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Best of Wagner Best of Schubert The Best of Beethoven Best of Schumann The Best of Haydn ASIN: B0000014HM Release Date: 1997-02-04

Tracks:

1. Symphony In C: Third Movement: Allegro vivace
2. Carmen: Habanera
3. Carmen: Seguidilla
4. Carmen Suite No. 1: Aragonaise
5. Carmen Suite No. 1: Intermezzo
6. Carmen Suite No. 1: Marche du toreador
7. Carmen Suite No. 2: Nocturne
8. Carmen Suite No. 2: Chanson du toreador
9. Carmen Suite No. 2: Danse bohemienne
10. Les pecheurs de perles - Au fond du temple saint
11. L'Arlesienne Suite No. 1: Minuet
12. L'Arlesienne Suite No. 1: Adagietto
13. L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2: Pastorale
14. L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2: Minuet
15. L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2: Farandole
16. Jeux D'enfants: Berceuse
17. Jeux D'enfants: Galop
18. Danse bohemienne
19. Symphony In C: Fourth Movement: Allegro vivace

Customer Reviews:

familial tunes, quite enjoyable.......2007-07-20

Sound quality is by and large excellent. All tunes are popular tunes, and good music when you are driving or excercizing. Good value for the money.

Average customer rating:

Best of New World New World Manufacturer: Repertoire ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Folk | Styles | Music Australia & New Zealand | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music Vocal Jazz | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000086AH Release Date: 1996-05-06

Tracks:

1. Tom-Tom
2. Kara Kara
3. Living Next Door to Alice
4. Sister Jane
5. Rose Garden
6. Rooftop Singing
7. Lay Me Down
8. Lord of the Dance
9. Ain't Nobody Ever Gonna Wonder Why
10. Something to Say
11. First Steps
12. Summer in My Eyes
13. Honeywind Blows
14. Something's Wrong
15. Rain
16. Cowboy Convention
17. I'll Catch the Sun
18. Little Play Soldier
19. Try to Remmeber
20. and Behold
21. Puppy Song
22. Kara Kara

Album Description

Reissued 1996 album. This is the first ever New World CD and included amongst the impressive 22 track listing are all five of the band's hit singles, including the top 10's 'Tom Tom Turn Around' and 'Kara Kara', as well as the original version of the Smoky hit 'Living Next Door To Alice'. As usual, the detailed packaging comes complete with a full discography and informative liner notes.

Pop Music:

1. Bossa Nova [Import]
2. Caymmi Visita Tom [Import]
3. Cheiro 2005 [Import]
4. Coisa Fina [Import]
5. Collection [Import]
6. Das Leben Ist Grausam [Import]
7. Don't Change [Import]
8. En Allemand-Das Beste in [Import]
9. En Familia
10. Eternals/Hurtmold [Import]

Pop Music