Relentless

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Maryland's Danny Gatton was best known as a rockabilly cat, the man who put blistering guitar licks behind the likes of Robert Gordon, Billy Hancock and Delbert McClinton. Like his heroes Les Paul, Lenny Breau and Hank Garland, however, Gatton is both a country picker and a solid jazz man; he stole the show on a Blue Note jam session with Joshua Redman and Roy Hargrove on New York Stories in '92. Gatton kept both careers going at once; Cruisin' Deuces (1993) was a rockabilly outing, while his duet album with Philadelphia organist Joey DeFrancesco, "Relentless," is a straightahead jazz project. One pursuit reinforces the other; Gatton's jazz playing brings a harmonic sophistication to his rockabilly work, and his country experience gives his jazz solos a dramatic flair. --Geoffrey Himes

Relentless,Danny Gatton,Joey DeFrancesco,Big-Mo Records,Jazz,Jazz Music,Neo-Traditionalist Country,Pop,Rock & Roll,Rockabilly Revival,The world's greatest guitarist meets the the world's greatest organist. This is one scorching CD.

Average customer rating: Relenless Jason Alean is the voice of country music Solid great sophomore effort Great!

Relentless Jason Aldean Manufacturer: Broken Bow ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Similar Items: 5th Gear Between Raising Hell and Amazing Grace Big Dog Daddy Pure BS Crazy Ex-Girlfriend ASIN: B000PAU2VW Release Date: 2007-05-29

Tracks:

1. Johnny Cash
2. Laughed Until We Cried
3. Do You Wish It Was Me
4. I Use What I Got
5. Who's Kissing You Tonight
6. Relentless
7. My Memory Ain't What It Used To Be
8. No
9. Back In This Cigarette
10. Grown Woman
11. I Break Everything I Touch
12. Not Every Man Lives

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On his sophomore CD, Jason Aldean, the Academy of Country Music's Top New Male Vocalist for 2006, continues to rely on a proven formula--recording several John Rich co-writes, and reprising producer Michael Knox--while pushing harder on the rocking side of his Georgia roots. A platinum-seller his first time out, he stocks the new album with songs from reliable hitmakers (Brett James, Jim Collins, Tom Shapiro) to score at radio (watch for his duet with Miranda Lambert, "Grown Woman"), but also isn't afraid to get edgy ("Back in This Cigarette," about an anguished breakup). A serviceable baritone, a hat act with pierced ears, Aldean relies on attitude when all else fails, and it works. "Johnny Cash," his rocking ode to rebellion and rebirth, is the fastest-rising single of his career. --Alanna Nash

Album Description

Jason Aldeans new album Relentless is a giant step forward. After achieving Platinum success with his debut every one involved knew that the best was yet to come. Jason has grown so much in the last 2 years and it shows in the songs that he has delivered for this album.

Customer Reviews:

Relenless.......2007-07-19

Great CD. A lot of emotional country and a few downright party songs. Relentless

Jason Alean is the voice of country music.......2007-07-03

Relentless follows what is one of my favorite albums of all time, the self titled album Jason Aldean. He is original and listening to his music takes me out to any small town on the plains of Colorado. He really puncuates the lyrics with the music in a way to brings out the emotions of words.

Solid.......2007-06-28

Jason Aldean is definitely one of the best young artists in country music. His second album is solid, but not better than his first. Of course, it's difficult to top the last CD.

There are a lot of really good tracks on the CD including "I Use What I Got", "Cigarette", and "Laughed Until We Cried."

The first single, "Johnny Cash" is okay... it's just too manufactured for radio... it's just not a natural song, which seems to be a theme with these songs. A lot are a product of the Nashville songwriting formula.

At times, the songs sound dangerously close to Rascal Flatts, which is bad. That's not something anyone should aspire to be.

All and all, it's a solid album and I like it. He makes it work, and his voice is awesome. I just wish he wasn't touring with Rascal Flatts so I could actually see the man in concert. Good thing he'll be around for years to come.

great sophomore effort.......2007-06-07

very good disc... not quite as good as his first, but that would have been hard to top... this guy is a great talent, great voice, great guitar work ... my biggest dissappointment was the duet with Miranda Lambert, they could have used her amazing voice much more powerfully than they did ... but all said, this should get Jason another 2 or 3 huge hits, and a few awards ... if you liked his debut, you will like this disc.

Great!.......2007-06-03

Jason really shows his diversity in this album and his voice just seems to be getting better. His voice really conveys the emotions the songs are meant to invoke. Definitely a great sequel to his first album and already looking forward to his next album!

Average customer rating: Mysterious Metaphors Dislike "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree"? The album is FAR better! The DVD is worth the extra price I'm not big on "double-dipping" either, but yes, THIS is an exception... KT

Eye to the Telescope (CD+DVD) KT Tunstall Manufacturer: Virgin/Relentless ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: KT Tunstall's Acoustic Extravaganza Suddenly I See, Pt. 2 Not Too Late Another Place to Fall Pretty Little Stranger ASIN: B000HEW160 Release Date: 2006-09-16

Tracks:

1. Other Side of the World
2. Another Place to Fall
3. Under the Weather
4. Black Horse and the Cherry Tree
5. Miniature Disasters
6. Silent Sea
7. Universe & U
8. False Alarm
9. Suddenly I See
10. Stoppin' the Love
11. Heal Over
12. Through the Dark
13. Immune (from One Night In Gaia performance) - BONUS TRACK

Tracks:

1. Black Horse and the Cherry Tree (music video - DVD)
2. Suddenly I See (US version - music video - DVD)
3. Suddenly I See (UK version - music video - DVD)
4. Other Side of The World (UK version - music video - DVD)
5. Under the Weather (UK version music video - DVD)
6. Other Side of The World (Live with full band in DC - DVD)
7. Silent Sea (Live with full band in DC - DVD)
8. Suddenly I See (Live with full band in DC - DVD)
9. Miniature Disasters (Live at The Mercury Lounge - DVD)
10. Black Horse and the Cherry Tree (Live at The Mercury Lounge - DVD)

Album Description

Special Deluxe Edition of KT Tunstall's critically acclaimed debut release. CD includes bonus track "Immune" from One Night in Gaia performance. KT Tunstall "Live In the USA" DVD includes five live songs from her show in Washington D.C. on June 9, 2006 plus every video from "Eye To The Telescope."

Album Description

US only release! This CD/DVD (NTSC/Reigion 0) set includes her mega-selling debut album, with one bonus track tacked on; 'Immune' (from One Night in Gaia performance) along with a 10-track DVD that features five music videos to, 'Black Horse and the Cherry Tree', 'Suddenly I See' (US and UK versions,) 'Other Side of the World' (UK Version) and 'Under the Weather' (UK Version.) The DVD is rounded off with five live performances, 'Other Side of the World' (Full band live in DC), 'Silent Sea' (Full band live in DC), 'Suddenly I See' (Full band live in DC), 'Minature Disasters' (KT and Luke, live at the Mercury Lounge) and 'Black Horse and the Cherry Tree' (KT and Luke, live at the Mercury Lounge). EMI. 2006.

Album Details

Recorded Between Christmas and New Year 2005 on the Scottish Island of Skye. The 10-track CD Includes Acoustic Versions of Recent 2005 Material, a Version of her First, Limited-edition Single "Throw Me a Rope" and a Cover of Beck's "Golden Age." Also Featured Are Unplugged Renditions of "Miniature Disasters" and "Universe and U" from "Telescope."the Pal Dvd Focuses on a "Making Of" Film Called "Five Go to Skye" and also Includes Live Performances of "Gone to the Dogs" and "Throw Me a Rope."

Customer Reviews:

Mysterious Metaphors.......2007-01-19

"Over the sea and far away
She's waiting like an iceberg
Waiting to change
But she's cold inside
She wants to be like the water"

The beauty in KT Tunstall's voice gives me shivers in the first song. She weaves in mysterious metaphors that are enjoyable to unravel.

The world she paints make sense in regards to emotions hidden and experiences well lived. With telescopic precision, she unveils the heart of emotional conflicts.

"The fire fades away
Most of everyday
Is full of tired excuses
But it's to hard to say
I wish it were simple
But we give up easily
You're close enough to see that
You're the other side of the world to me"

The lyrics speak for themselves and KT's voice is a vehicle for perfection. The songs are playful, relaxing and you may wish you were in a coffee shop listening to the first two tracks. Then, "Black Horse" takes off with dangerous appeal. Coffee shop casual turns country and then she delves into sultry moods. The delicate "Silent Sea" is haunting in beauty.

With dramatic pacing changes and a variety of familiar musical comforts, the album shines in places and wanders in melancholy momentarily between energetic creativity. Other Side of the World and Silent Sea stand out as unique treasures with poetic appeal and seem to reflect KT's heart and bring out the rapturous elements in her voice.

If you enjoy thinking about the ocean, you may also
enjoy Evening Ocean's The Attraction.

~The Rebecca Review

Dislike "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree"? The album is FAR better!.......2006-12-28

Here's the thing: the song "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" was the equivalent to fingernails on a chalkboard to me (it seemed another annoying 'gimmick' song [those 'ooh hoo's] that seem to go over so well on American radio) and it's the very reason I avoided this album for an entire year. In my opinion, that song just made her sound like yet another raspy voiced singer from any bar band that I could see down the block.

But here's where things turned suprising for me. I found numerous rave reviews for this album (one that dared Aimee Mann to write songs as good!) and these finally forced me to listen beyond the one (and, to me, one dimensional) song.

Wow, what a happy suprise!

Seriously, if all you've heard is the one big 'hit' in America then you're really missing out... and getting the completely WRONG idea about Tunstall--this is music that is far more complex, intriguiging and, well, just plain better than "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" would lead you to believe.

Get it.

In fact, get the CD/DVD version! The CD adds a great song and the DVD will make a couple of things apparent straight away: Tunstall is even better live, and the videos illustrate that in the UK she's marketed a bit more truthfully, as the lion's share of the videos are UK specific and are of the far more superior songs to her one American 'hit'.

The DVD is worth the extra price.......2006-10-12

Before you read this, you may want to take a look at my (5 star) review of the "Eye to the Telescope" CD (the version without the DVD included).

This CD/DVD combo contains the "Eye to the Telescope" CD -- with a bonus track that's not on the regular CD -- PLUS a DVD of music videos and live performances of several of the songs from the CD. The bonus song (called "Immune") is excellent; and is quickly becoming one of my favorites.

Most of the music videos are quite good (though I'll admit that the video for the hit song "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" wasn't quite as good as I had hoped it would be). But it's the live performances that really make this DVD worthwhile. As good as KT Tunstall is in the recording studio, she's even better on stage in front of a live audience. I've seen her a few times on TV and the Internet, and was very impressed with the quality of her work on stage. The live performances on this DVD are simply astounding. In fact, the live version of "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" on the DVD is far better than the studio version from the CD and the music video.

If you like KT Tunstall, then this CD/DVD combo set is definitely worth the price.

I'm not big on "double-dipping" either, but yes, THIS is an exception..........2006-10-10

I agree with the prior reviewer, reissues of albums, less than a year after first release, I am not a fan of. HOWEVER, if done well, it's totally worth the coin and selling the earlier version used...if you'll find a store to take it in, that is, haha. This is one of those reissues done exceptionally well, and yes, I traded in the older US version.

To be honest, this is the way the album SHOULD have been released in the US in the first place!!! I mean, it did take a year for it to even GET released in the US, but as they say, timing is everything. The album itself is a masterpiece really, good gutsy spunky singer/songwriter pop/soul/rock. 12 cool songs, varying in tempo and mood, from all-out rockers to introspective, soulful, atmospheric ballads. The album is not at all overproduced either. The big US "hit", the short and tight "Black Horse And The Cherry Tree" is not the only good song here, unlike most artists, espesh 1-hit wonders. I'm not saying KT WILL be a 1-hit wonder in the US (she's not in the UK), but it could turn out that way, like Daniel Powter. I love the big catchy UK hit "Suddenly I See" (which should have clicked here too...it was a natural followup to "Black Horse"), opener "Other Side Of The World" is beautiful, the way KT breaks into falsetto on the chorus, but my fave would be the EXTREMELY catchy, jangly "Another Place To Fall"...whatta song!!! I call her sound "busker soul", and she reminds me of a few artists mixed together in her own individual way. Maybe Michelle Branch meets the late great Kirsty MacColl??? You figure her out. Keeps her music constantly interesting, and I'm looking forward to hearing KT evolve over time. I had the original US album, and didn't completely grasp her, and then I heard KT's fellow Scotswoman Sandi Thom, whom I liked as well, thinking she was better than KT. Then I saw this deluxe version, and hearing Sandi's record again, I'm thinking I could be wrong, as something was missing. Well, I was wrong, KT IS better, and this package sealed the deal. The music clicked more now and I had to see the visuals to see she is the real deal, and what's cooler is she's completely unpretentious and has no ego; I'd get on with KT very well I think, she seems really cool as a person, like I'd love to have a beer with her sometime. Oh yeah, the bonus track on this version, the acoustic, spare, Live At Gaia Music in London, performance of "Immune", another KT original not on the album, is a beautiful song, and like the rest of this album, and a fave singer/songwriter of mine, Shawn Mullins, just KT's voice and guitar can just draw you in. And to think, she was self-taught!!!!! Makes sense actually, as true originals can never BE taught and that way, they come up with their individual style and sound, if you know what I mean.

Anyhoo, the packaging on this deluxe packge is nice, I like the cover with the overlaying of shiny details on top of that cool silvery B+W pic of KT. The extra pics inside are cool, of KT busking and with her band. And the expanded booklet is nice, with the extra pics and sleeve artwork of her UK singles, full lyrics, etc. My only problem, and it's a tiny quibble...the side spine was printed upside down. I had to cut and tape it so it's right-side up, some people don't mind...it's a slight, but fixable, problem with me, what can I say???

Now, most important in this package is the DVD (without it, you basically have the original album, correct??), which is 41 minutes and change, a nice value, not too skimpy. It's cool to have all 5 videos from the album, including both US & UK clips of "Suddenly I See". I hope they don't redo "Other Side Of The World" for US play on VH1, as the UK clip is fine and has a cool concept along with the lovely song that it is. And, the 5 live performances are GREAT!!! Three of them at Washington, D.C.'s awesome 9:30 club, with her full band; I was there for another show whilst visiting my relatives for Thanksgiving one year, I love that place. The other two are even better, at one of my fave venues: NYC's tiny intimate Mercury Lounge, just KT on acoustic guitar and pedals, and her drummer boyfriend accompanying her. What's cool is she's creating all the sounds at that moment...guitar sounds and layers of vocals & effects using echo. You have to see it to know what I mean. And KT seems so normal, accessable, etc...aka not a "star", which is probably how she likes it, as do I. The only thing I wish the DVD had, in addition to all this goodness, is an interview with KT, an on-the-road profile or a documentary on the making of "Eye To The Telescope" as many of these types of DVD have, oh well...this DVD is good enough.

This package, you really GET what KT Tunstall is all about...she might go down as a "1-hit wonder" in America, but really, who the hell cares??? Better to be remembered as an ARTIST. I prefer artistry, not hits.

KT.......2006-09-20

From her 1st Music Video in the USA. I knew this female and her way in the music was different and would somehow make a impact. When I seen her on TV preforming live, no track in the background, makes all the music in person; right there as she goes on. You know that's basically the read deal, and you can't really talk trash (could you do it?). You show me someone else that can really do that. Jessica Simpson? Ashlee? Britney Spears? Even females that play stuff, Michelle Branch and others have nothing on KT. You can even mention males too like Nick, or so. Whether they DO play something, or not, or have a band with them to perform. KT Tunstall is all in one! Like the Real Deal basically, lol.

I wanted to buy her CD, there was something about it that said "No, Don't buy it". I couldn't figure it out, Until now!! If you bought the 1st either have it as a back up, or sell it used. This would be the one to buy :) All the Vids, and some of her Live. If you never go to concerts, this is prefect for you to experience it.

Average customer rating: Still, I can't see... Excellent Vendor KT Tunstall can do no wrong

Suddenly I See, Pt. 2 K.T. Tunstall Manufacturer: Relentless ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Another Place to Fall Eye to the Telescope (CD+DVD) Eye To The Telescope KT Tunstall's Acoustic Extravaganza Other Side of the World ASIN: B000E8NPDM Release Date: 2006-03-06

Tracks:

1. Suddenly I See [Single Version]
2. Girl and the Ghost
3. Moment of Madness
4. Get Ur Freak On [BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge]

Album Details

2006 European Single Release of One of the Outstanding Tracks from the Acclaimed Scottish Singer/Songwriter Kt Tunstall's Mercury Prize Nominated Platinum Debut Album "Eye to the Telescope". It Comes Backed with the NON-LP Tracks "Girl and the Ghost" and "Moment of Madness" as Well as a Live Version of of Missy Elliot's "Get Ur Freak On", Performed on BBC Radio 1.

Customer Reviews:

Still, I can't see..........2007-03-10

I really like this music because it reminds me of the importance of finding out what I really want to do in my life. However, I've not found it yet. I hope I suddenly see what I really want to be while listening to this music.

Excellent Vendor.......2007-03-08

The CD came quickly, in perfect condition and I definitely would purchase from this vendor again. An Excellent Experience, A-1!!!!!

KT Tunstall can do no wrong.......2006-09-10

I own all of KT Tunstall's singles and this is by far my favorite one. Of course, this is mainly worth getting for the 3 b-sides. "Girl and the Ghost" is worth the price of admission as far as I'm concerned. A great mellow and haunting song from KT that would probably be out of place on her album, but excellent as a b-side. "Moment of Madness" isn't as strong but is definitely worth a listen. "Get Ur Freak On" may take a few listens to get into, but it has grown on me.

These import singles have a tendency to become out-of-print, so grab this one while you can. I also recommend the following singles to flesh out your KT Tunstall collection:

"Another Place To Fall"-contains a b-side of "Fake Plastic Trees" (yes, the Radiohead song).

"Under the Weather"-contains a live version of KT's cover of Bob Dylan's "Tangled Up In Blue."

"False Alarm" EP-contains the rare tracks "Heal Over," "Throw Me A Rope" and "Miniature Disasters."

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Relentless Recurrence Chthonic Manufacturer: Deathlight Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Death Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Seediq Bale Decade on the Throne ASIN: B000PMFUZS Release Date: 2007-06-26

Tracks:

1. Nemesis 2:40
2. Onset Of Tragedy 6:32
3. Obituary tuning 3:07
4. Grievance, Acheron Poem 8:35
5. Revert To Mortal Territory 3:42
6. Funest Demon Born 2:25
7. Vengeance Arise 4:30
8. Slaughter In Tri-Territory 8:07
9. Grab The Soul To Hell 7:02
10. Relentless Recurrence (hidden track) 8:00

Album Description

ChthoniC's melodies can be characterized as extreme metal with a central inspiration and folklore coming from the black metal movement. The music swings from cool despair to the heat of shock and anger. By wavering between these emotions, ChthoniC is unparalleled in the world of black metal song composition. Winner of the Golden Melody Award, the Grammy Awards in East Asia!

Relentless Recurrence marks the beginning of ChthoniC's oriental extreme metal. Originally released in 2002 in Taiwan only and now available domestically. Chthonic plays Ozzfest 2007 and tours with Nile on the Ozzfest off days. Relentless Recurrence comes housed in digipak format with 10 page booklet.

Average customer rating: RELENTLESS!! Magnificent Musician Great Guitar Work Live Show from The Paradiso is a Scorcher!! Simply Smokin' !

Relentless Walter Trout & The Radicals Manufacturer: Ruf (Idn) ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Blues | Styles | Music Electric Blues Guitar | Blues | Styles | Music Modern Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Blues Rock | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Full Circle Deep Trout Go the Distance Live Trout: Recorded at the Tampa Blues Fest March 2000 Livin' Every Day ASIN: B0000ADXFD Release Date: 2003-08-12

Tracks:

1. I'm Tired
2. The Life I Chose
3. Jericho Road
4. Work No More
5. Talk To Ya
6. Cry If You Want To
7. Chatroom Girl
8. My Heart Is True
9. Lonely Tonight
10. Helpin' Hand
11. Collingswood
12. Empty Eyes
13. The Best You Got
14. Mercy

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New Jersey native and California resident Trout is an established guitar star in Europe and he capitalizes on that fact on "Relentless," ripping through a live session of original material in front of an enthusiastic Amsterdam audience. Trout, as the title states, is a relentless guitarist with an aggressive and energetic style. On his seventh album he and his backing trio the Radicals deliver another solid, if admittedly sometimes less than sensational, exercise in well-played rocking blues, with the emphasis on rocking. Trout paid his blues dues working with John Lee Hooker, Canned Heat, and John Mayall but his hard and heavy sound is rooted in rock guitar showmanship. Fortunately he has the licks to keep it interesting, although when things get too frantic, such as on the overkill album closer "Mercy," it's difficult to discern the blues base of the music. Trout does slow down briefly, turning in the short acoustic tune "Lonely Tonight," but for the vast majority of the time the music is loud, lively, and barely blue. --Michael Point

Customer Reviews:

RELENTLESS!!.......2007-07-14

Walter Trout is an amazing talent!! They don't come any better! His music defies categorization. You hear heavy metal, blues, rock, pop, early rock n' roll, soul, ballads, gospel, and even folk (one number in GO THE DISTANCE, his best CD). He has universal appeal. And, he is outstanding in all these diverse styles! I like all the songs on RELENTLESS, his second best title. This offering was recorded live in Amsterdam. Walter's outstanding voice is loud and clear, although the instruments are a little bit in the background: check out the samples. The great producer, Jim Gaines, is involved. Unlike when he first started, he has masterfully integrated heavy metal with most of his other styles. The selections I like the best are: I'M TIRED, THE LIFE I CHOSE, WORK NO MORE, and MY HEART IS TRUE. The other cuts I would rate as very good. This album is worth twice the price!

Magnificent Musician.......2006-06-17

I stumbled upon Walter Trout over a year ago and I count myself extremely lucky to have done so. Trout is, in my opinion, the single most talented rock/blues musician on the planet at this time - with Joe Bonamassa weighing in second place. If there is some musician more talented out there, I haven't discovered them and it certainly isn't for lack of trying. This is fine CD well worth purchasing - my favorite songs being: I'm Tired, Helpin' Hand and Collingswood. Being the versatile musician that he is, Trout is also well adapted to playing and singing slower tunes like `Jericho Road' and `Cry If You Want To' with great ability. Since discovering him, I have gone on to purchase just about everything he has put out - and love it all. My praise could go on and on. From listening to his music, I get the distinct impression that Trout is man who seen a great deal of life, tasted deeply of its joys and it's many pains and sorrows, has gained many battle scars and come out on the other side intact and wiser for the experiences. For example, (on this CD and his many others) when Trout plays the blues with such purpose, sensitivity and feeling ... that signifies to me that he's `been there' and intimately knows where of he sings. It's all there in his music. As with any CD you purchase, you may not like all of the songs produced within - but I believe you will adore most of these. As with all his CD's, this is very highly recommended.

Great Guitar Work.......2005-12-01

This is the first Walter Trout item I have ever purchased and it is worth every dime. Excellent jam session caught live. Very good quality live recording. Blues/Rock at its best.

Live Show from The Paradiso is a Scorcher!!.......2004-12-12

Walter Trout has spent his days walking the long path of hardship to find the road of success. He toured and worked under John Lee Hooker and Big Mama Thornton, then as the lead guitar/harmonica sideman with Canned Heat for 4 years. After his tenure in the mid-1980's with John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Trout formed his current band in 1989 with bassist Jimmy Trapp. Walter Trout & The Radicals have released thirteen albums in Europe and ten in the United States since 1989, and have been aggressively touring to support each release. An overseas vote recently put him into the top ten guitarists of all time in Europe. The record is incinerating; Trout and company blaze through the tracks on the show with the ferocity of a wildfire. The new CD/DVD features the Radicals filmed live, performing a full album of new material and at The Paradiso, a gothic cathedral in Amsterdam, Holland. Trout's guitar has the ferocity of a blast-furnace, incinerating virtually every note on his vintage `73 Stratocaster which is now on its 14th fret job. Trout's contributions this year also include a track on Canned Heat's 2003 release "Friends In The Can," After performing a 5 year stint in Canned Heat as the lead guitar/harmonica player in the early 1980's. All content copyright www.maximumink.com

Simply Smokin' !.......2004-12-04

Saw and met Walter at Fargo Blues Festival. I have heard a lot of guitar players but this guy blew my mind! Ifound this to be an excellent cd.It is a must have for those who love great blues guitar.

Average customer rating: The Perfect additon to my CD Collection... just amazing: a new musical with heart

The View From Here - Premiere Cast Recording Timothy Huang , Shonn Wiley , David Epstein , Tim Byrnes , Tim Connell , and Cole Huang Manufacturer: Relentless Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Soundtracks | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Soundtracks | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Loving Repeating The Green Room Curtains (2007 Original Broadway Cast) Summer of '42 Off-Broadway Cast Album High Fidelity (2006 Original Broadway Cast) ASIN: B000GDIALC Release Date: 2006-06-12

Tracks:

1. Prelude
2. Six Flights / First Letter to Kelly: The View From Here
3. Message One: Verizon Girl
4. Five Days / Unstoppable
5. Message Two: Debt Free Man
6. Second Letter to Kelly: Only Words
7. Message Three: Danish Heidi
8. How Do People Do This Every Day?
9. Message Four: Fable Land Girl
10. Third Letter to Kelly: Don't Ask Why
11. Conversation with Sam
12. The Wanderer
13. A Little Part of Every Day (Instrumental)
14. A Little Part of Every Day
15. Message Five: Father and Son
16. Promise / Last Letter to Kelly: Love Always
17. Promise (Demo Version- As sung by composer)

Product Description

A new one-act musical featuring the award winning performance of Shonn Wiley, David Epstein and Tim Byrnes. A nameless novelist arrives in New York intent on getting his first book published. As he recounts his daily misadventures in a series of letters to his girl back home, we see through his eyes the colorful eccentric, vibrant and wildly bizarre characters that make up his new life, and the tragic events that make up his old one. With music and lyrics by Timothy Huang, The View From Here "...plays like a fresh variation on 'Wonderful Town' propelled by stunning music and a tremendously appealing solo performance by Shonn Wiley. Timothy Huang's score boasts masterful plot- and character-driven songs and comedic set pieces... Some have a contemporary throb, but others have a haunting melodic quality that seems torn from the annals of the Great American Songbook, populated by such folks as George Gershwin and Harold Arlen..." - Ron Cohen, Backstage

Customer Reviews:

The Perfect additon to my CD Collection..........2006-08-31

I saw this show in New York and fell in love, how excited was I to find it on CD! If you love Musical Theatre but are not familar with this show or the Composer Timothy Huang, trust me you won't be dissapointed. (Track 4 Five Days / Unstoppable is my favorite)

just amazing: a new musical with heart.......2006-07-12

"A view from here" is a must recording for anyone interested in the future of musical theatre. Not only does this CD introduce us a hot new composer (Timothy Huang) but also sets a new future for musical theatre, heavily rooted in those times when the "theatre" part was much more combined to "musical theatre" than nowadays. You've got all the elements here: a good and simple story, a full-dimensional character and a perfectly integrated score. A great CD!!

Average customer rating: Recording at a "relentless" pace, it seemed Relentlessly Twisted A Comedian ahead of his time Hysterical and insightful. "Hey Kids! It's Beezlebozo the Clown!!" Hicks' Best Album

Relentless Bill Hicks Manufacturer: Rykodisc ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Comedy | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Country Comedy | Comedy | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music Comedy & Spoken Word | Miscellaneous | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Rant in E-Minor Dangerous Arizona Bay Flying Saucer Tour 1 Salvation (Oxford, November 11, 1992) ASIN: B0000009QG Release Date: 1997-02-25

Tracks:

1. Greetings
2. Sex on Trial
3. News
4. War
5. Odd Beliefs
6. Killer Idea
7. Smoking
8. Great Times on Drugs
9. Drugs Have Done Good Things
10. Rockers Against Drugs Suck
11. Beezlebozo
12. Summer Trip
13. What Is Pornography?
14. Sanctity of Life
15. Chicks Dig Jerks

Customer Reviews:

Recording at a "relentless" pace, it seemed.......2005-09-26

This release, surpassing preceding "Arizona Bay" and "Dangerous," would have to be my much loved relating to the collection of deceased comic, Bill Hicks. And that's saying a lot, you must know, for the reason that "Arizona Bay" is one of my unparalleled choices for a recording done by any humorist incorporated (e.g. George Carlin, Dave Chappelle, Lewis Black, etc., etc.), and having said that, this still gets me on every listen.
The man's perpendicular enthusiasm to his comedy is mind-boggling. His temperament throughout serves its purpose, letting the viewer - you, me, what have you - familiarize ourselves what Hicks meant to convey through words and expression, thought and philosophy; all the dice . . .

I hadn't even gotten into him `til late 2003, either, which troubles me still further to know the man has been dead for eleven years. I'm just thankful his releases ("Arizona Bay," "Dangerous," "Rant in E-Minor," and even "Love, Laughter and Truth") were able to be shown to the public, so all can get the idea of how his mind worked. His beliefs, many thought, were poorly devised, but that isn't true; he had right conviction and he defended that right to all who would listen and / or oppose. Sure, he had problem with fundamental Christianity, government, "pro-life" representatives, and even an issue with what was deemed as "objective" news reporting, but Bill Hicks was colorful in his attempt to communicate with his audience, and relentless when he came to dull-witted argumentation. He wasn't afraid to speak his mind, by any means, and that kind of sheer capacity for audacious comedy can be heard (and possibly praised) by many willing to listen.
More importantly, my favorite ensuing tracks on this recording were "Sex on Trial ," "Rockers Against Drugs Suck," "Great Times on Drugs," and "What Is Pornography?" all of which speak out to me in humorous methods, as well as profound merit, the whole time.

To be brief, I respect the man for combining such verbose humor with creative, theoretical opinion, and letting the audience into his soul with each recording. If you're looking for simple comedy without much conviction or meaning, this comedian is not for you; Bill Hicks was vastly clever, put exertion in his profession, and made plenty of simpletons not only laugh in excitement, but also think for themselves and marvel the experience there forth.

Relentlessly Twisted.......2003-06-11

So many comics have borrowed from Hicks. The man's skewed visions of the truth are nothing short of brilliant. Like the audience on this cd, sometimes you're with Hicks - and more often you're six seconds less quick on the uptake.
A damned shame he's gone.

A Comedian ahead of his time.......2003-02-24

I remember watching Bill Hicks when I was a kid and thinking, "That's what I want to do when I grow up" and now I'm a comic. His style, his pacing and his sheer irreverence of "the norm" just spoke to me. Unfortunately, he died much too young and almost undiscovered by most people. Bill's take on people and life in general are relevant even today. He was the Lenny Bruce of his day, but he wasn't Lenny Bruce. He was a brilliant social commentator with a unique attack on his craft. If you want to know more about him read "AMERICAN SCREAM" and listen to ALL of his albums. You'll be better for it.

Hysterical and insightful........2002-11-19

Bil Hicks is a comedian who has joined the ranks (if posthumously) of Carlin, Bruce and Pryor. I was very much a Johnny-come-lately to his work, but having just discovered it at age 20, the appeal was instant.
On "Relentless," Bill Hicks attacks the guilty and self-righteous people who like to think of themselves as politically correct--especially those who disdain pornography, smoking and drugs to the most extreme extent--exposing them as the hypocrites they are.
This album was made ten years ago, but the material still is pertinent to our times, particularly since TV news is not only blown out of proportion, but is almost always depressing.
When I first heard this album, I laughed so hard, I nearly stopped breathing. But I also became enlightened.

"Hey Kids! It's Beezlebozo the Clown!!" Hicks' Best Album.......2002-07-26

"Who the hell is "Beezlebozo?"

You're just going to have to purchase Bill Hicks' "Relentless," to find out. In the short amount of time of hearing about this guy and purchasing one of his albums, (time is about three weeks), I have purchased all five of his albums. Or at least the ones I could find. Bill Hicks has grown on me a lot faster than most of the other comics I have listed to. It's just a shame that he went through life without getting the recognition and respect he deserved. How can a brilliant comic genious be so underrated?

"Relentless" is 100% Bill Hicks. Filled with anger and outrageous ideas and theories, Bill Hicks is able to make us laugh and think at the same time. He was a man who did not know any fear, and was not afraid to talk about stuff that other comics wouldn't even dare to think about. He doen't follow the traditonal formula, as in talking about love, marriage, and family. No, he talks about drugs, war, politics, and a whole bunch of other things.

This is by far the best Bill Hicks CD. I really enjoyed listening to every track. Bill will be missed, and it's up to us to make sure that more people know about him. Hicks was, and still is, a comic genius who knew how to entertain. A great commentator and observer, he was.

We miss you Bill! R.I.P.

Average customer rating: Jackyl continues to rock!! Best since the first one Ehhhh,,,,, self titles was better! No Rock, No Roll, No Jackyl...... Take My Word For It: It Rocks!

Relentless Jackyl Manufacturer: Humidity (Red) ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Cut the Crap Jackyl Push Comes to Shove Choice Cuts Stayin' Alive ASIN: B00006LSLI Release Date: 2002-10-22

Tracks:

1. If You Want it Heavy (I Weigh a Ton)
2. I'm on Fire
3. Kill the Sunshine
4. Lend Me a Hand
5. Mr. Evil
6. Vegas Smile
7. Heaven Don't Want Me (And Hell's Afraid I'll Take Over)
8. Down the Road Before
9. Billy Badass
10. Sparks From Candy
11. Curse on You
12. The More You hate it
13. Open Invitation (I Hate You Bin Laden) (Bonus Track)

Customer Reviews:

Jackyl continues to rock!!.......2005-11-30

This album is a great example of what is missing in rock-n-roll. These boys from the south continue to supply plenty of great inspiration for people who love to rock!!

Best since the first one.......2005-05-30

Jackyl's somewhat disappointing Cut the Crap album, coupled with the sub-par clips of new material provided on the band's Web site, set expectations for Relentless pretty low. But listeners will be pleasantly surprised: It's a killer effort comparable to the band's 1992 self-titled debut.

Dropping most of the introspection and world-weariness that brought Cut the Crap down, Relentless returns to form with attitude, rowdiness and Southern-redneck pride galore.

"You want it heavy? / Well G-- damn / I weigh a ton," screams Jesse James Dupree in the first seconds of the record, and the "relentless" assault of loud guitars and top-of-the-lungs-but-perfectly-in-tune vocals rarely lets up through the 40-minute disc.

Some highlights are "Kill the Sunshine," written in part by Brian Johnson of AC/DC, and the blues ballad "Lend Me a Hand." The latter is one of the quieter moments on the album despite its intense chorus.

There are, however, things that could have been done better. Sometimes the rhythm guitars sound like they're being played through a telephone, and a few tracks could have been left off.

"Heaven Don't Want Me (And Hell's Afraid I'll Take Over)" is listenable but doesn't live up to the standards set by the rest of the album.

The only thoroughly worthless track is "Billy Badass," apparently included just to keep with tradition: every Jackyl record has to have a chainsaw played as a musical instrument on one track.

It does have the hilarious Al Gore diss "I was the first to stand up against the PMRC," though, and it grows on you over time.

Overall, Relentless is a remarkable album, rescuing the band from a steady musical decline. The self-titled record is still the best of the catalog, but Relentless ranks a solid second.

Ehhhh,,,,, self titles was better!.......2004-03-18

I bought this because "AC/DC's Brian Johnson" co wrote "Kill The Sunshine" with the group! but with the lacking members and everythign else, this album failed to be as great as the previous ones! I recomend there self titles album over this one!

No Rock, No Roll, No Jackyl.............2003-08-06

One listen was enough for me ... 40% of the original band is missing. The songs have no melody; and without the twin lead guitar attack this is Jackyl in name only. Notice how many used one's there are for sale? 'Nuff said.

Take My Word For It: It Rocks!.......2003-07-20

I have read the pertinacious record critics reviews of this album and also have read some fan reviews echoing their sentiments. So, what did these fans want out of this album? An attempt at being contemporary and sounding completely out of place like some other albums by established bands? This album rocks! Take MY word for it!

While others may call this album Jackyl being their 80's self, which is a laugh because the band was formed in 1990 and only released their first album in 1992 so fundamentally they're wrong from the start, I call it a breath of fresh air in an otherwise drowning era of metal. The songs are proud to be rockers and proud to be energetic. You know, when it is obvious that the musicians are actually enjoying what they are playing as much as the fans are listening to it? Rarely found in today's "look at your feet and feel sorry for yourself" music but Jackyl is loud and proud baby!

Kill the Sunshine is a solid rocker with assisted lyrics from AC/DC front man Brian Johnson. Speaking of AC/DC, did anybody else stop dead in their tracks when Mr. Evil came on? If Bon Scott was ever reincarnated, he came back to sing Mr. Evil for Jackyl! I also love the attitude in I'm On Fire and The More You Hate It (It Makes Me Want It More.) But, I admit that there are a few things that I am not completely thrilled by. "Billy Badass" is a far too modern sounding tune that pushes the button of rap metal a touch too hard. I don't listen to nor respect rap metal and if that is what this album was about, I wouldn't have purchased it. I also could have used a touch more chainsaw! But, one sour grape out of a dozen does not ruin an album. It still rocks!

This is not an album that a Staind fan would enjoy. But, I wonder if people that listen to that style of rock are even in search for enjoyment. I like fun. I like high energy entertainment and that is what this album is. If that's old fashioned or "played out," guilty as charged. But, I love it and always will.

Average customer rating: Relentlessly Jo Flat and Limp Voice The wonderful sound of Jo O'Meara! Finally excellent album, too bad the u.s. will never know it

Relentless Jo OMeara Manufacturer: Sanctuary UK ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Come and Get It Funky Dory Best: The Greatest Hits of S Club 7 S Club - Seeing Double What Hurts the Most Pt.2 ASIN: B000AMUUSK Release Date: 2005-10-10

Tracks:

1. Relentless
2. What Hurts The Most
3. Wish I Was Over You
4. To Ease Your Pain
5. You Didn't Know
6. Never Felt Like This
7. Let's Love
8. Baby I'm A Fool
9. I Believe In You
10. Never Meant To Break Your Heart
11. It's Your Love
12. It Felt Like Love
13. That's Where I'll Belong
14. RainbowS End

Album Description

The debut album from ex S-Club Seven vocalist Jo O'Meara. Relentless is not so much a pop album, it's an album that's filled with more of an adult contemporary feel. All of the 14 tracks were written by Jo herself. Sanctuary. 2005.

Album Details

Jo O'meara was the Unmistakeable Voice of S Club, the Band Who, During their Amazing Five Year Career, Became a Cultural Phenomenon and the Biggest Pop Group on the Planet, Selling Over 14 Million Albums and Achieving Scores of Top 10 Records around the World with 11 Top Five UK Hits, Including Four UK Number Ones with "bring it all Back", "have You Ever Loved and Lost Somebody", "never Had a Dream Come True" and "don't Stop Moving". Her Solo Material is a Soulful Blend of Different Styles and Showcases Omeara's Undeniable Gift as a Vocalist to Mesmerising Effect. And with S Club Disbanding at the Peak of their Career, Omeara is in an Enviable Position at the Launch of her Solo Record, and Will Capture Many Fans of Old, Alongside a Broader Audience that Will Be Drawn to her More Mature Sound and Outlook.

Customer Reviews:

Relentlessly Jo.......2006-12-01

This is the solo debut album from former S Clubber Jo O'Meara and she picked a good variety of songs. Her voice is so beautiful, powerful, and moving. The CD is a great album to own and it includes 2 cover songs of "What Hurts The Most" which Rascal Flatts covered earlier this year and a cover of the Tim McGraw song "It's Your Love." Don't be mistaken though, there are no country songs on the CD, it's all adult-contemporary and pop. This is a have-must for anyone who likes or liked S Club 7.

Flat and Limp Voice.......2006-09-03

I Like About 3 or 4 songs on here. I hate to sound negative but what i do not like about this cd is that, Jo'Omeara sounds very pitchy in most of the songs...Her voice starts to sound flat and very monotone after 1 or 2 songs. She Does'nt have much range. She Just raises her voice. Her voice sounds shakey and unstable. especially on "Relentless" the very first track. I love the song,i really do but her voice sounds like any minute shes gonna break down and cry. I am not a great singer myself but,Jo Omeara needs some voice lessons. Her voice is very drab and boring. It's Nothing extra.

For some reason she sounded so much better with S Club 7...you know what,the songs on the album are great,if Kelly Clarkson or Jessica Simpson sang them. I listen to the songs and just imagine "what if..."...it gets me through the songs i like.

The wonderful sound of Jo O'Meara!.......2006-05-20

The voice of S club 7 and someone who did not rush into a fast solo CD to cash in after the band broke up. Jo has a voice that I can personally listen to all day long.

This her first, and at this time last solo album sold has only a few tracks that one may want to skip, and sadly her trademark powerhouse voice was not really showcased here. But this is a wonderful debut none the less

The best song here is "What hurts the most" which Rascal Flats has out now on the US charts. Personally Jo does a much better job and makes it more of a good pop song you could hear on the radio. Other winners are "I believe in you" & "Never meant to break your heart." who knows why one song sticks out to one person more then another, but I love her voice on "Never meant to break your heart." towards the end even more so when the music swells and she lets out real emotion.

If you are into ballads, and easy listing this is for you. If you are a fan of her old band S Club 7 and pop then this is for you...and if you want to hear an artist that will sadly only be heard in the UK, this great disk is for you. If you buy, it may be cheaper to get it from Amazon UK, where their import price ends up cheaper with shipping then the one here.

Finally.......2006-03-09

Well, I have been a fan of S Club since there were 7 of them in Miami. After the split Rachel came out with a very good album and I was wondering what happend to the others. I finally here that Jo has a new album out and I have to get it imported to the states. After missing the clubbers and hearing this album I forgot just what an amazing voice she has. If you like pop music get this album.

excellent album, too bad the u.s. will never know it.......2006-03-07

i ordered this cd off amazon, being that it is not available in the u.s. and that in itself is the saddest part of my review on this album. what has happened to pop music in america? to me there is no longer a thing called pop radio. in fact i don't even listen to the radio anymore. living in los angeles i understand the social relevance and importance of rap/hip hop music and the topics that it obsesses over (domestic violence, gangs, poverty, sex etc.) and i actually own quite a few cd's in that genre. however, for it to have completely taken over what i used to know as pop music is something i don't understand. it's no longer a few crossover artists and songs that get played occasionally. it's really all i hear and just sometimes i would like to turn on the radio and not hear about someone's head being blown off with a gun or hear about a guy's or girl's genitalia being referred to as some type of food such as "candy" "jelly" or "lolipops" etc. did artists like celine dion burn us out on music that contained really great singing and catchy melodies and lyrics? given the incredible popularity of "american idol" (now in it's 5th season and still going strong) i think america is a bit confused as to what it wants from pop music. jo o'meara's album "relentless" is such a flashback for me. to the days when you could turn on the radio and hear quality songs by a quality singer. although i wouldn't say this is a perfect album without any flaws, i would say that it comes very close. the album delves into the many stages of love and heartbreak with some tunes actually co-written by jo herself. the album is loaded beautiful ballads that are produced and arranged perfectly for the ex s club 7 front woman. the best tunes for me are the title track "relentless" the first single "what hurts the most" and the last track "rainbow's end". most of the up tempo songs sound like they could have come from one the s club 7 albums with nothing really special about them. the album's strength lies in it's ballads and jo(the best singer from s club but not the best in the world) does justice to each ballad with not only a stronger voice on her than i've heard before but also with a tenderness and "coming of age" sound in her vocals that has grown within her as she matures from a girl into a woman. and again i feel sorry for american pop music fans that feel as i do about about how our country and pop radio is confused over what the public really wants to and actually should hear.

Average customer rating: Pretty Good Deserves 10 stars!

Relentless Pentagram Manufacturer: Peaceville UK ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Death Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Day of Reckoning Be Forewarned First Daze Here: The Vintage Collection Born Too Late First Daze Here Too: The Vintage Collection ASIN: B0007OH64W Release Date: 2005-08-08

Tracks:

1. Death Row
2. All Your Sins
3. Sign Of The Wolf (Pentagram)
4. The Ghoul
5. Relentless
6. Run My Course
7. Sinister
8. The Deist
9. You're Lost I'm Free
10. Dying World
11. 20 Buck Spin

Customer Reviews:

Pretty Good.......2006-12-02

I must say that these guys sound more like Black Sabbath than Black Sabbath does! They've taken a genre started by Sabbath and run with it. The vocals are like what Ozzy might have done if he had of stayed on track with Sabbath in the seventies. The guitar playing is not quite as bluesy as Iommi, but is very heavy and still good nonetheless. This is a great representation of the Doom genre. The CD booklet has an incomprehensible ramble by Mr. Liebling, but I guess that fits with the whole concept. The photos are great too. I recommend it.

Deserves 10 stars!.......2005-11-24

This may be the best doom metal record of all time and one of the top 5 metal albums of all time. Just like Slayer Reign in Blood is the best in its genre and every metal fan should own it, this is the best in the doom genre. It is hard to believe that when most of the metal world were busy trying to look like women and shaking their @ss, metal this heavy was being created and very few people noticed.

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