Elements [Import]

1. Across The Cobblestone

2. Bee Sting

3. Westwinds

4. Where I Belong

5. Whiskey Hill

6. Chariot Of Gold

7. Tremolando

8. Pacific Haze

9. Load Off My Mind

10. Hecla Lava

11. Smoke Silver

12. Inside Out Muse

13. Rising Sun

14. Sand Devil

15. Longing

16. Drop In The Ocean

17. Without Doubt

Elements,Steve Howe,Video Arts Japan,Fusion,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop

Average customer rating: old tiesto Tiësto is Tiësto Music to Write Code By Simply Great Dissapointing coming from Tiesto.

Elements of Life DJ Tiësto Manufacturer: Ultra Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Trance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Netherlands | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: A State of Trance 2007 10 Years Ibiza '06 In Search of Sunrise, Vol. 5 Los Angeles State of Trance 2006 ASIN: B000N8UY3W Release Date: 2007-04-10

Tracks:

1. Ten Seconds Before Sunrise
2. Everything (featuring JES)
3. Do You Feel Me (featuring Julie Thompson)
4. Carpe Noctum
5. Driving To Heaven
6. Sweet Things (featuring Charlotte Martin)
7. Bright Morningstar
8. Break My Fall (featuring BT)
9. In The Dark (featuring Christian Burns)
10. Dance4Life (featuring Maxi Jazz)
11. Elements Of Life Bonustrack : He's A Pirate (Tiësto Remix)

Amazon.com

Tiësto sticks to his guns on a new album of original compositions that follows 2004's Just Be. Elements of Life strikes a satisfying balance between inventive vocal tracks and signature trance stormers: "Ten Seconds Before Sunrise," "Driving to Heaven," and "Bright Morning Star" all glow with the Dutchman's epic sound, one that is simultaneously haunting and uplifting. On the vocal side, the soaring energy of "Break My Fall," which features BT on vocals, will not disappoint fans of the duo's prior work on "Just Be" and other collaborations. To be sure, there are a number of less convincing pieces as well: "Dance4Life" with Faithless's Maxi Jazz falls flat, and the lyrics of "Can You Feel Me" prove that the genre's reputation for banal wordsmithing is not entirely undeserved. For the most part, however, these weaker moments are outweighed by the stronger tracks. Principal among these is undoubtedly "Sweet Things"--in which Charlotte Martin's vocal high-wire act is complemented by some exceptional programming--a track that is sure to receive a great many spins by DJs around the globe and yet further proof that when it comes to bringing alive the female voice for the dancefloor, Tiësto remains without equal. All in all, it's a safe bet that many of Tiësto's Elements will be making their way into DJ crates and MP3 players alike. --Brent Kallmer

Album Description

Tiësto is undeniably one of the greatest DJ talents of this era. Internationally recognized as the world's premier DJ and producer, Tiësto continually takes electronic music to the next level - pushing boundaries with his addictive and creative trance creations. With his prior album releases enjoying outstanding success in the States, the time has come for his next installment: ELEMENTS OF LIFE. This record includes brilliant collaborations from the likes of BT, Maxi Jazz (Faithless) and other incredible female vocalists; a stunning collection of uplifting trance ensues. Supporting this release with performances at Coachella, WMC and an extensive national tour through Summer 07, Elements of Life will be THE electronic album of 2007.

Customer Reviews:

old tiesto.......2007-07-18

I am kinda disappointed in this cd I like the old tiesto way better than this stuff. Hopefully his next cd rocks.

Tiësto is Tiësto.......2007-07-11

After Just Be, I didn't have too high expectations of this album, even though I did like Just Be. This album doesn't have slow tracks, the vocal performances are just great. All songs fit his style and a couple of them may remind you his first hits.

Music to Write Code By.......2007-07-05

Another good addition to a long playlist of trance electronica I listen to while writing code. Thanks, D.J. Tiesto!

Simply Great.......2007-07-05

One of the best Tiesto CD's I've had the pleasure of owning. It has been playing on repeat for a week now and I haven't gotten tired of it. "Sweet Things" is one of my favs on it. The teme from Pirates of the Caribean is awesome too.

Dissapointing coming from Tiesto........2007-07-04

I expected better of Tiesto, but his decline continues with Elements of Life. Some of the tracks (like Sweet Things) were just bad. Terrible vocals, poor sounding in general. Let PVD and AVB take over; they deserve to. They continue to produce quality stuff. Tiesto has just finally began to choke on his ego, and it will be the eventual complete demise of him. Tiesto is more concerned about spreading his name, and doesn't spend enough time in the studio. He has basically forgotten about the music that has famed him. AVB does a weekly radio show and keeps on top of everything Trance. Tiesto keeps on top of himself, and nothing more.

Average customer rating: Great Compulation at a Bargin Price Great Representation A True Bargain Cheap, Good... Essential ambient music, past and present.

Compounds + Elements: An Introduction to All Saints Records Various Artists Manufacturer: All Saints ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Electronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Trance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Minimal Techno | Techno | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music Orchestral Pop | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Experimental Music | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music 4-for-3 Classical | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Dance & DJ | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 New Age | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: My Life in the Bush of Ghosts Distance The Equatorial Stars Another Day on Earth 77 Million Paintings by Brian Eno ASIN: B000CQJZ4Y Release Date: 2006-02-21

Tracks:

1. ANDY PARTRIDGE & HAROLD BUDD Ceramic Avenue
2. MARCONI UNION Sleepless
3. BRIAN ENO & JAH WOBBLE Like Organza
4. BRIAN ENO Triennale
5. DJIVAN GASPARYAN 7th December 1988
6. BRIAN ENO Blissed
7. HAROLD BUDD Widows Charm
8. BRIAN ENO Neroli
9. HAROLD BUDD The White Arcades
10. ROGER ENO Winter Music
11. DJIVAN GASPARYAN Brother Hunter
12. JON HASSELL Out Of Adedara
13. VACABOU Russia In White
14. BRIAN ENO Fractal Zoom
15. BRIAN ENO & JOHN CALE Cordoba
16. ROGER ENO Fleeting Smile
17. JOHN CALE Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night
18. HAROLD BUDD Marion Brown

Album Description

ALL SAINTS RECORDS WAS ESTABLISHED BY BRIAN ENO IN 1991 AND FOCUSES ON A CONSISTENCY OF APPROACH RATHER THAN ANY SPECIFIC GENRE. FROM BRIAN ENO, HAROLD BUDD AND JOHN CALE TO NEW ARTISTS VACABOU AND MARCONI UNION, WHILE SONICALLY DIVERSE, THEY ALL APPROACH THEIR MUSIC FROM A NEW AND ORIGINAL PERSPECTIVE. THIS IS WHAT MARKS THEM AS ALL SAINTS ARTISTS.

COMPOUNDS AND ELEMENTS IS AN 18-TRACK INTRODUCTION TO ALL SAINTS RECORDS, FEATURING A SELECTION OF WORKS COVERING THE LABEL'S RELEASES TO DATE AND ITS UNPARALLELED ROSTER OF ARTISTS.

Customer Reviews:

Great Compulation at a Bargin Price.......2007-01-16

Just added this to an order for fun, I enjoy ultra modern music, but not new age, what a miss nomer. I have researched and purchased additional music because of the selects on this CD.

Great Representation.......2007-01-10

"Compounds" is a great representation of this label's acts. I especially liked the John Cale numbers,and of course Eno's contribution. Particularly interesting was Vacabou.All in all,a very good collection and a good buy.

A True Bargain.......2006-08-18

I bought "Distance" by Marconi Union and had this CD as part of the package. I couldn't believe that it was only $2.99, and after listening to it, I still don't believe that it was going for that price. This is an excellent array of talent on a sampler CD, worth many times the price, and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to find out what All Saints records is all about.

Cheap, Good..........2006-06-21

Some of the highlights on this compilation are the Eno tracks from The Drop, Nerve Net, and The Shutov Assembly. The non-Eno tracks are consistently good as well, particularly Budd's track from The White Arcades. For a sampler, the album has a really good sequence to it. It has a sort of This Mortal Coil effect on you, where every track is unique but it adds up to a consistent whole. Aural Wallpaper indeed.

Essential ambient music, past and present........2006-06-04

This is a fascinating guide to ambient music, past and future. All the major innovators of the genre are present, Brian Eno, Harold Budd, Jon Hassell and John Cale demonstrate their own unique talents over an array of classic tracks drawn from the All Saints Records back catalogue. However, this is only part of the story, after an extended period of silence All Saints have recently begun releasing albums by new acts and Compounds showcases tracks by two of their recent discoveries including the highly acclaimed, Marconi Union, who contribute their dazzling track, Sleepless to the album, and effectively map out their vision of future directions for this music, while demonstrating just why they are being seen as important new voices on the European electrionic music scene. Alongside this Spanish duo Vacabou add their beguiling brand of trip-hop to the mix and we are left with the sense that ambient music is alive, well and flourishing in safe hands.

Average customer rating: 2nd counterpoint She's A Star a counterbalance No Balls

Place and Time Anat Cohen Manufacturer: Anzic Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Noir Poetica poetica Live at the Village Vanguard For Sentimental Reasons ASIN: B0009298WK Release Date: 2005-05-03

Tracks:

1. Place & Time
2. The 7th Of March
3. Veinte Anos
4. 87 North
5. Say It
6. Homeland
7. As Catch Can
8. Pour Toi
9. Bat-El

Customer Reviews:

2nd counterpoint.......2007-06-01

I don't write reviews for anything on Amazon, but I am this time to back up what was said in the (at this time) 2 positive reviews and as a counterpoint to the one negative review. One of the positive reviews states you'll either get it or you won't; obviously the reviewer who did not like it does not get it. In his short review he states that this is "light jazz" and goes on to lament his inability to stop time and live in a very small dimension (i'm paraphrasing a bit). While there are tracks that could be played on light jazz stations, the same could be said of some of Miles' or Coltranes' ballads, but that doesn't make them light jazz, just as this is not. It is a shame that Amazon still does not have her 2 2007 releases available. I had to go the Anzic Label website to buy them. You won't be sorry in purchasing her music as she weaves a lot into her playing that -yes, not everyone will get.

She's A Star.......2007-05-13

I have been reading a lot about Ms. Cohen. She seems to have been making some history recently: she is the only female horn player (and the only Israeli) ever to headline at the Village Vanguard. She is the only person ever to get citations in 5 categories in the annual Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll (2007). She is the only woman ever chosen as "Up and coming jazz musician" of the year by the global Jazz Journalists Association...and the only person ever to get the aformentioned nod and win a best instrumentalist category (clarinet in her case). Then...there are feature articles about her in places like the Washington Post. She's playing at the Newport Jazz festival this year. All the foregoing struck me as a lot of smoke...for there not to be any fire. So I bought her three albums as a leader and the Waverly Seven (of which she is a member) album "YO! BOBBY". Now.. I understand the kudos. She is an extraordinary musician. She has a warm, solid tone on all 5 of her instruments. Her improvising is extraordinarily creative yet artfully restrained....as opposed to what I hear from the legions of Brecker, Potter, Coltrane would be clones out there. Her original compositions have something to say. I love her taste in cover tunes. I get it.

a counterbalance.......2007-05-11

To be honest - I haven't heard this whole album - just the lengthy clips on the amazon listening station. But I was curious, having read strong notices in May 2007 in the New York Times - and her stuff is lovely - AND the one-star screed posted by the other reviewer is so far off base that I needed to post a counter-balance to that wrier's one-star notice, which has much more to do with his (?) personal biases than this music. This is fine contemporary jazz with heart, soul, wit, chops and verve.

No Balls.......2007-05-07

This music is what would pass for "jazz" today, better known as "light jazz." I say, it has no "balls." The jazz I know, with roots in bebop, is much more vital, and hardly played today live. I don't see what the fuss is about, if there is any, unless it is the attempt of the record companies to promote a woman. No problem with women jazz players. They are around, but please, record companies, don't just try to promote the person. Wait until the music is ready. And don't call it jazz. Jazz, as such, is kinda dead. The best stuff is reissues.

Average customer rating: You Can't Miss with Shakti Unique, sublime voice of fusion. The Ultimate Shakti Recording The Ultimate Shakti Recording Your credit card IS good for something

Natural Elements Shakti Manufacturer: Tristar ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Jazz Fusion | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: A Handful of Beauty Shakti with John McLaughlin Extrapolation Remember Shakti: Saturday Night in Bombay Between Nothingness and Eternity ASIN: B00000JM4T Release Date: 1999-05-17

Tracks:

1. Mind Ecology
2. Face To Face
3. Come On Baby Dance
4. With Me
5. The Daffodil And The Eagle
6. Happiness Is Being
7. Together
8. Bridge Of Sights
9. Get Down An Sruti
10. Peace Of Mind

Album Description

Reissue of 1977 album by legendary jazz-rock guitarist McLaughlin with his world music group Shakti, the third & final record he cut with them. Eight tracks.

Album Details

The Final Studio Album of the Jazz Group Formed by John Mclaughlin and L. Shankar that was Heavily Influenced by Indian Music.

Customer Reviews:

You Can't Miss with Shakti.......2005-01-11

This is the final recording by the original, classic, non-gimmicky Shakti (Remember Shakti being unoriginal, non-classic and gimmicky, IMHO). You absolutely *must* have this if you love adventurous, amazing music. It's more varied than either of their previous two recordings, "Shakti" and "Handful of Beauty" (my favorite, BTW), and has a heavier, rockier edge. "Face to Face" opens with one of John McLaughlin's all-time cool-a** rhythm guitar riffs. Mere mortals still quiver in their boots almost thirty years later...

Unique, sublime voice of fusion........2003-04-12

I do not believe there is a "best" Shakti album. All of them are brilliant and exhilarating and essential like chapters in a book. _Natural Elements_ does, however, stand out as the most lyrical and beautiful of Shakti's albums from the 70s, in my opinion. Shakti is a pluralistic group adapting some Western jazz idioms with an Indian environment, and here they also capture the widest range of moods. John McLaughlin straddles the line dividing Western and Eastern musical traditions, bridging the two with his guitar as his soul burns along the fretboard. Such is evident enough from the get-go, with "Mind Ecology", a fast-paced opener penned by McLaughlin, tearing along the pattering gallop of earthen percussion. But to celebrate their virtuosity as an end in itself would be a dishonor. "Mind Ecology", for all its speed and wild playing, exemplifies the "hidden" allure of Shakti -- the incredible virtuosity of these musicians is just a means to an end. The end of course being the articulation of an thrillingly joyful disposition, infectiously spiritual and focused. "Baby Baby Come Dance With Me" and "Happiness Is Being Together" are merry, vivacious jewels sparkling in the desert sands. The heavenly "Face to Face" and "Bridge of Sighs" slow that Shakti is just as engrossing when softened and calm. "Peace of Mind" is a spare beauty (that is unfortunately short) written by McLaughlin, where Shankar's violin renders a rapturously crying melody over gentle strumming. Definitely one of the most lovely moments in Shakti's discography. "The Daffodil and the Eagle" is exquisite, charged with the clairvoyant interplay that is typical of this group, with lead instruments and percussion entwining magnificently. Hearing them live would be the most prime way to experience the group's sheer acumen and togetherness, but for the diasporal Shakti, _Natural Elements_ is definitely essential. If you've never heard Shakti, this is as good an introduction as any.

The Ultimate Shakti Recording.......2002-02-12

This one is the their best. Of all the Shakti recordings, I have the originals on vinyl, this one is the most stunning. I like selected tracks from some of the other albums like "Shakti - The Believer," which is a totally live recording from their European tour in 1999. But, this is by far and away their best album yet produced. A blend of the styles of Northern and Southern India and chromatic Jazz fusion. This music is inspirational, and uplifting. With the mastery of John McLaughlin and L. Shankar on violin, it will unleash a wave of a creative, musical, and spiritual energy. All that it embraces is truly a glimpse of the primal power and creativity that can be manifest in this world. This album/CD sets the standard for genre. Few musicians are capable of attaining these heights as John McLaughlin and Shakti have done here.

The Ultimate Shakti Recording.......2002-02-12

This one is the their best. Of all the Shakti recordings, I have the originals on vinyl, this one is the most stunning. I like selected tracks from some of the other albums like "Shakti - The Believer," which is a totally live recording from their European tour in 1999. But, this is by far and away their best album yet produced. A blend of the styles of Northern and Southern India and chromatic Jazz fusion. This music is inspirational, and uplifting. With the mastery of John McLaughlin and L. Shankar on violin, it unleashes a wave of a creative, musical, and spiritual energy. All that it embraces is truly a glimpse of the primal power and creativity that can be manifest in this world. Sets the standard for genre. Few musicians are capable of attaining these heights as John McLaughlin and Shakti have done here.

Your credit card IS good for something.......2002-01-25

This is the most beautiful music you'll ever NEED to hear. I don't want to say alot. This will heal your tired heart. This music has something the pop music of today forgot about. PURPOSE.

Average customer rating: Perfect Made all the difference in the world! Excellent Excellent, compassionate guided meditations for children

Guided Meditation for Children - Journey into the Elements Chitra Sukhu Manufacturer: New Age Kids, Inc. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | New Age | Styles | Music General | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music General | Classical | Styles | Music Similar Items: Indigo Dreams: Relaxation and Stress Management Bedtime Stories for Children, Improve Sleep, Manage Stress and Anxiety (Indigo Dreams) Indigo Ocean Dreams: 4 Children's Stories Designed to Decrease Stress, Anger and Anxiety while Increasing Self-Esteem and Self-Awareness (Indigo Dreams) Positive Thoughts for Children Visions of Sugarplums - A Sleep CD for Children Meditation For Children ASIN: B000G5SB4Q Release Date: 2002-01-15

Tracks:

1. Journey into the Forest
2. Journey into the Ocean
3. Journey into the Sun
4. Journey into the Clouds
5. Journey into Silence

Product Description

Each meditation takes you on a journey to a place of innocence and wonder. Meet the king of the Gnomes in the enchanted forest, and let him show you the wisdom of every drop of life. Let the Mermaids take you on an adventure to the depths of the ocean floor, a magical kingdom awaits, and see the secrets of the mermaid kingdom. Take a ride on the suns ray and enter the sun, "Surya" the magnificent king is waiting to show you his golden kingdom. Meet your Guardian Angel, and take a ride on a cloud to her home, many wonders await you. Then relax the body as silence is found. Each meditation is accompanied with enchanting music and followed by a life enhancing message. There are five meditations corresponding to the five elements, earth, water, fire, air, and ether. Meditations led by Chitra Sukhu Messages given by Mario Van Peebles · Meditation encourages imagination and creativity · Focuses the mind · Increases concentration · Resolves the issues that cause nightmares · Helps with hyperactivity · Brings about a sense of wholeness · Opens the child to the interconnectedness of the universe · Can help children deal with loss · Develops a healthy sense of self "This is a beautiful meditation CD which will help children experience restful alertness and enhance their energy and creativity." --Deepak Chopra

Customer Reviews:

Perfect.......2007-05-30

Beautiful music, lovely voice, child-friendly and uplifting for both children AND adults. I gave this to my son who is 7 and he put it on his walkman when he went to bed. Half way through he came running out exclaiming; "It's gorrrrrgeous!!! I love it!!!" We also play it in the car and on the way to school and home. I'm a fan of Waldorf philosophy and the gnome and the elements went down great with us.

Made all the difference in the world!.......2007-05-19

My 7 year old son was suffering from insomnia. I turned to this self guided meditation but in all truth I didn't hold a lot of hope that it would work for him. It did. This CD is fantastic. My son finds it very calming and it helps him to fall asleep. We used it every night for a month or so and now we use it on occasion if he is having a difficult time falling asleep. It works like a charm. I highly reccommend.

Excellent.......2007-02-24

Excellent CD for children. My son was having trouble falling asleep, we used this CD and he is sleepng well.

Excellent, compassionate guided meditations for children.......2007-01-07

This cd is great! Chitra Sukhu is a kind and compassionate voice for children, especially those with sleep anxiety. I highly recommend this cd.

Average customer rating: A Waterfall of Melody Excellent New Age Acoustical Piano with Oboe and Guitar from Solo Piano Publications

Elements Series: Water Peter Kater Manufacturer: Real Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Healing | New Age | Styles | Music Similar Items: Elements Series: Earth Elements Series: Fire Elements Series: Air Piano Essence ASIN: B000ALZHRU Release Date: 2005-08-30

Tracks:

1. Substance of Life 8:14
2. Surfacing 7:07
3. Water Ballet 6:38
4. Gently Dreaming 7:54
5. Silent Steps 7:34
6. Lakeside 5:13
7. Cascade 11:29
8. Calling You 5:58

Amazon.com

Pianist Peter Kater has orchestrated a gentle, introspective series of ambient chamber works dedicated to the four elements: Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. Each CD is distinctive, with Water living up to its title by being the most free-flowing of them all. Using long, pensive pauses and melodies that elongate over time, the music borders on classical--often echoing classical themes, such as the Satie-like ostinato of "Water Ballet," without overtly lifting from them. Water comes close to the painfully serene sound you might associate with Arvo Pärt. Accompanied just by guitarist Mike Hamilton and reed player Paul McCandless, they explore pensive chamber moods, many of them built around improvisations I suspect Kater pieced together into compositions later. Conceptual albums like this are often as much about marketing as music, but on Water, Kater's compositions genuinely do seem to float in slow tide changes and gentle pools. He stays just to the right side of sentimentality and, at times, reaches the sublime. --John Diliberto

Album Description

Twice Grammy-nominated pianist Peter Kater brings you the second brand new release in the Elements Series: Water.

Elements Series: Water's purely acoustic compositions are beguiling and mysterious. Each melody is masterfully woven and lightly embellished by Mike Hamilton on guitar and Grammy-nominated reed legend Paul McCandless on oboe, saxophone and English horn for a sumptuous, rejuvenating listening experience.

Customer Reviews:

A Waterfall of Melody.......2007-03-22

Peter Kater's classical background (and I presume he has one!) is brought into focus here -- broken chords, hints of classical themes, some of which are Chopinesque while others remind us of Beethoven, cadences and scales. As with the rest of the Elements series, his music has the ability of pulling the listener deep down into himself, regardless of where you listen to it - in the car, in your living room, at work, you name it. Again, not overly sentimental, and just the right amount of ambience. This is music which helps you keep in touch with yourself, in the most spiritually intimate and soulful sense of the phrase.

Excellent.......2007-01-11

This is a wonderful piece of music. It is delicate, soft, peaceful...you can read or write listening to this CD...A very good companion when you are alone or in a tranquil mood.

New Age Acoustical Piano with Oboe and Guitar.......2005-10-12

New Age music should border on classical, be melodic, easy on the ear, but it can be strong. It should allow the listener to concentrate on the music for enjoyment, or blend into the background and become part of the environment, bordering on the edges of silence while filling the spaces between.

It should have good production values, in other words it should not sound like it was recorded in someone's basement. Preferably it should sound like someone put the time, effort and interest into producing quality music for the listeners enjoyment. And it should sound like the composer is putting his best effort into the work.

Peter Kater is one such composer/artist. Nominated for "Best New Age Album" in 2003 and 2004, he is very accomplished at this particular genre.

His newest work is a grouping of four CD's on the elements - Earth, Air, Fire and Water. For this review, I chose Water.

The focus is to present the Element of Water in a series of compositions that would connect the element to the listener. This production is all acoustical, and gives us Peter Kater on the piano, Paul McCandless on oboe and English horn, and Mike Hamilton on guitars.

For an all acoustical production, it is excellent. You can hear the piano strings vibrate as he holds the notes, the guitars resonate and you can feel the depth of the oboe. You are given an environment that touches you personally. Excellent recording and production values.

This is a lovely work, paced slow and purposeful to draw the listener in. There is much piano here to appreciate, and the oboe work is a delightful contrast and compliment to the compositions and the piano.

If you like New Age material, this is a classic example of how it should feel and sound. It may be a bit slow for some folks, but the movement of water is never good when rushed. This work does not hurry the listener, but rather allows them to drift, taking the time to enjoy each note and phrase of the compositions. This is a nice addition to any New Age library. mafoster

from Solo Piano Publications.......2005-10-05

"Water" is one of four CDs in "The Elements Series" by Peter Kater. This is one of the most calming and stunningly beautiful CDs I've heard in awhile. In fact, I had to be a little extra careful while listening to it in the car because I kept being transported to a place that doesn't require quick reflexes and focused concentration - unlike the roadways of California! The instrumentation on "Water" is all acoustic with Kater on piano, Paul McCandless on oboe and English horn, and Mike Hamilton on guitar. A few tracks are solo piano, including the incredible "Cascade." Kater's intention was to add synthesized sounds to the live music, but he felt that additions only distracted from the integrity of the music. I can't imagine that anything could enhance this music - it seems to be perfection as is. Kater and McCandless are a match made in heaven. Some of the music on this CD was composed and other parts were improvised, but it is impossible to tell which is which. In the ensemble pieces, no one is the clear leader or follower - all three musicians are allowed to shine in some sections and intertwine their musicianship in others. The eight pieces range in length from about 5 1/2 minutes to 11 1/2, allowing the music to evolve and develop at a leisurely pace. The theme of water often includes turbulence and power, but this CD is all about serenity, flow, and peace. Music that is this calming is frequently best left in the background, but this one is the rarity where the music is complex enough to listen to with full focus, hearing something new each time. This is the perfect album for unwinding, relaxing, and drifting off to a place of peace and beauty. Give your mind and body a treat, and enjoy the soothing flow of "Water." Very highly recommended!

Average customer rating: ain't that lovin, pete The boy wonder does it again... For Pete's sake dammit! STRICTLY FOR THE CITY... LONG LIVE THE CHOCOLATE BOY WONDER!!!!!

The Surviving Elements: From Soul Survivor II Sessions Pete Rock Manufacturer: Rapster ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Lost and Found Petestrumentals Soul Survivor II Soul Survivor City Lights, Vol. 1.5 ASIN: B0006GVKO8 Release Date: 2005-01-25

Tracks:

1. You Remind Me
2. Hip, Skip and Jump
3. (Pimp) Strut
4. Glowing
5. Smoking Room Only
6. Flying
7. Marching On
8. Placebo
9. Standard
10. Midnight and You
11. Fairground
12. Stormy Weather
13. Hip 2 Hip
14. U Are What You Are
15. Intrigue

Album Description

Anyone who listened to the Soul Survivor II instrumentals, know that beneath the surface of the talented, featured MC's and vocalists were gems so jazz and melodic they could have stood alone. For producers like Pete, consolidating their libraries of beats to 13 tracks for a full length is not easy. Too often producers are marginalized to the backdrop and their vast catalogs are rarely unearthed to the public.

Taken from the Soul Survivor II sessions, The Surviving Elements allows a window into Pete's process and gives listeners a chance to indulge in his musicality. Like Petestrumentals, The Surviving Elements is a testament to Pete Rock's love of the groove; a homage to a craft endangered by saturation, sample clearance legislation and pop crossover appropriation. Lean back, rhyme over it and spread the word!

Customer Reviews:

ain't that lovin, pete.......2006-09-16

Only Pete Rock would have the wherewithal to chop up my favorite Johnnie Taylor song into a rugged banger. There's also some obvious uses of Herbie Hancock and Curtis Mayfield (among others ;), which might explain why this went out of print so quick. In fact, I've heard Pete discredit this release as done behind his back. But still, it is one of the dopest records of all-time, even better than the hallowed Petestruments (which you can't even get with my favorite track, "what you waitin for" anymore). Tru headz who really understand beatsmithery need only apply. Get this before they really jack up the used prices, spark a spliff, and work on your turns or/and rhymes. Modern art.

The boy wonder does it again..........2006-06-03

This CD is definitly one of my favorite top 10 instrumental cd's of all time...now i'm gonna throw pete rock fans for a loop.. I recently heard "you remind me" being ripped up lyrically by cl smooth on a promo for cl's new cd "american me". Please if anyone has this "HIT", please send to me at heatmyser1975@yahoo.com ---- Peace and Blessings..RB3

For Pete's sake dammit!.......2006-01-05

The guy should have his hands bronzed.

From listening to the beats I can only come up with one conclusion why these masterful tracks were not used...the beats are too complex for most rappers to flow over. They are just another level. The drum track in Pimp Strut and the bassline in Fairground are all you need to hear to understand why Pete is the Chocolate Boy Wonder.

Yeah, pick up Petestrumentals as well.

STRICTLY FOR THE CITY..........2005-10-09

Pete Rock has been one of my favorite producers ever since he made "Mecca & The Soul Brother" with C.L. Smooth. Personally, to me he's Hip-Hop's answer to Miles Davis. With "Surviving Elements", it only helps prove my point. Building off of the strides of "Petestrumentals", here's an album with a whole array of different vibes. "You Remind Me" is the proper way to freak an Al Green sample and the later tracks, such as "Hop, Skip & Jump" and "(Pimp)Strut" have a soul reminiscient of those old 80's joints blasting at block parties. The light-headed feel of "Smoking Room Only" gives me the feeling of soaring over the city in the evening. "Midnight and You" is the definitive beat to play during a late night on the stoop with your peoples (real introspective), followed up to drive it home with "Stormy Weather", a quiet storm joint. The banger of the album is "U Are What U Are", very reminiscient of when PR was still with CL. And the album closes out with, "Intrigue", a somber melody with a feel that there is still more to come...

LONG LIVE THE CHOCOLATE BOY WONDER!!!!!.......2005-08-06

in this present age of predictability,cliche and the ever
present,highly overused moniker of "bling" or "krunk" over
saturation..its a joy to know that the artistry of the real
HipHop culture still shines through..and with aural masterminds
such as the legendary Pete Rock behind the sp1200;you know
thats exactly what the listener will experience'a-r-t-i-s-t-r-y.
mr Rock always has the distinct ability to take the listener on
a vibrational, soul drenched,jazzy journey .{he's quite consistant with this skill} and on "the Surviving Elements"there
certainly are no exceptions to speak of .Pete Rock is considered among the best beatsmith in HipHop HANDS DOWN.and a
major influence for up and coming producers such as 9th Wonder, Nicolay and others.if youre looking for the eulusive vibe,the soul thats so sadly missing in today's RB garbage.or just great
HipHop music.REAL HipHop MUSIC!! then do yourself and your ears
a big favor; pick up masterpiece! i gaurantee you will not be disappointed.

Average customer rating: Some thought provoking music here folks! how can i review an item that i never received???? p.o.d.- but not at their finest For Ms. Rich I really give Zero stars....

The Fundamental Elements of Southtown P.O.D. Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Grunge | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alternative Metal | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Satellite Payable on Death (with Bonus DVD) Testify The Warriors EP, Vol. 2 Snuff the Punk ASIN: B00000JZBU Release Date: 1999-08-24

Tracks:

1. Greetings
2. Hollywood
3. Southtown
4. Checkin' Levels
5. Rock The Party (Off The Hook)
6. Lie Down
7. Set Your Eyes To Zion
8. Lo Siento
9. Bullet The Blue Sky
10. Psalm 150
11. Image
12. Shouts
13. Tribal Warriors
14. Freestyle
15. Follow Me
16. Outkast

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With their aggro music, tattoos, piercings, and dreadlocks, P.O.D. (Payable on Death) might be conveniently filed next to Deftones or Rage Against the Machine. However, like U2, whose "Bullet the Blue Sky" they cover, P.O.D. are actually a Christian-based rock band, though not overtly religious enough to scare nonbelieving music fans away. This multiethnic quartet from the Southtown area of San Diego purveys an amalgam of modern music; elements of rap, metal, reggae, and hip-hop permeate this 16-track debut. P.O.D. doesn't bring much new to their hybrid style on The Fundamental Elements of Southtown, but what they do, they do well. From the gentle, reggae-tinged "Set Your Eyes to Zion" to the heavy grind of "Hollywood" and the rap-metal of "Lie Down," P.O.D.'s diverse and rockin' musical messages of positivism should make the foursome, already well known on the Christian rock circuit, a band to reckon with in secular circles. --Katherine Turman

Customer Reviews:

Some thought provoking music here folks! .......2006-07-24

This is the album that got me into POD. The lyrics on this album are the most overt that I have heard from any band.
"Greetings" is simply an introduction to how confrontational this album would be. This album displays true feelings, not just appeasement for the casual rock fan. 5/5
"Hollywood" puts down the "money, power, and fame" ideology of current stars. POD makes a stand that they will not be corrupted. 5/5
"Southtown" is very rhythmic and memorable. It explains the humble beginnings of the band. 5/5
"Checkin' Levels"-The band pretty much messed around with the recording sound here. Sonny does a quick freestyle song.
"Rock the Party"-This song was big on MTV. I thought it may have been a little too self-absorbed, but the tempo changes are great. Plenty of disc scratching sounds in this song makes it sound like you're in a club. Pretty unique. 4/5
"Lie Down"-Heavy, heavy guitar here. Quite a bit of yelling. I didn't care for this one too much. 3/5
"Set Your Eyes to Zion"-This is a very frank song relaying the gospel message. It's a very contemplative song about Christ's forgiveness. It's soft, but there's a lot of excellent melody. 5/5
"Lo Siento"-Simply an instrumently interlude, quite short.
"Bullet the Blue Sky"-Very surreal remake of a U2 classic. Sonny is very emotional on this track as he should be. It's a very vivid portrayal of the crucifixion of Christ. 5/5
"Psalm 150"-A man reads the Psalm aloud in Hebrew.

The rest of the CD wasn't really that memorable, save "Freestlye" and "Outkast".

"Freestyle"-showed the band's reggae side a little bit. It was pretty good. 5/5
"Outkast"-This is a hard song, but I think it shows the band's frustration about being Christians while reaching the secular audience for Christ. This band gets bothered by the constant bashing it gets on both sides. I appreciate that honesty. 5/5.

I give this album a 4 1/2 because there were some very powerful songs in here. The end of the album has a lot of filler in my opinion, but the 5/5 songs are too good to pass up. Get this thing if you can. I haven't listened to the first 10 songs in a long time, yet the lyrics are still so clear in my mind.

how can i review an item that i never received????.......2006-07-16

i havent received the CD, how can you people in amazon expect me to review the product? i regularly received packages from out of the country to my address, recently was one from netherland. but i never received an item from amazon.com. i dont know where i must deliver my complaint for this, since your cust.service told me that the fist item has been lost and a replacement has been made. if you can not guarantee a shipment to be delivered in indonesia, so dont put indonesia on the list. i dont want to claim for a replacement anymore neither that i have the desire to shop at amazon.com.

p.o.d.- but not at their finest.......2006-04-10

You would think that given the rip of this album that I gave Christian hardcore legends P.O.D. on my review of their album Satellite that my rating would be lower than this. However, the phrase "It'll grow on you." came true for me after I got this CD from a friend who really didn't like it. Though not as good as Satellite or their recent effort Testify, The Fundamental Elements of Southtown showcases much of what made P.O.D. great in the first place.

P.O.D.'s Rastafarian-lookalike singer Sonny Sandoval and the rest of the P.O.D. crew (including the now-gone guitarist Traa Daniels, replaced by Jason Truby, formerly of another Christian hardcore band called Living Sacrifice) break it down with the CD's highlight track, Southtown. Rock the Party is another standout track, with its odd music video and riffs that only a pro could play right. Other than that, though, there really wasn't much greatness. Now, don't interpret that as a statement that the rest of the CD sucked, because it didn't; the other tracks were awesome, just not so much as Southtown and Rock the Party.

For those of y'all who actually care, this is P.O.D., and I end my review with this:

Sonny Sandoval- vocals
Traa Daniels- guitar
Marcos Curiel- bass
Wuv Anderson- drums

For Ms. Rich.......2006-01-20

The reconstruction commences; the soldiers equip for the lessons
My life, a sacrifice is made new through these confessions
Manifested, this joy is my desire
Light this fire to flames; praise the name, Jehovah Jireh
Is my provider, the truth that lives inside of this fighter?
Take me higher, Master, Sire makes me a good rider
I'm gonna ride on down til I break through the front lines
And ain't going home until I gets mines.

This is "Tribal Warriors" from the "Fundemental Elements of Southtown" Album.

I'll have you know that Jehovah Jireh is a name for God and just because they use "Jah" instead of God does not make them a non christian band. Why would Family Christian Bookstores carry their music? The reason they use "Jah" is so they can draw people in because once people hear Jesus or Christ or God they turn from it because they have been hurt by a so called CHRISTian or have been hurt in a church or whatever the story may be people aren't so willing anymore to even hear the gospel.

Ozzfest, yes they do play at that.......BUT they go out into the crowds and WITNESS to people that is why they are there. Whether you want to accept that or not that is up to you. They may have said that they aren't a Christian band but that doesn't make them as people not christians. They have said many times that they are in the business for giving the fans a positive message to let them know that whatever they're going through there is something they can turn to with that problem. If my band was big like that then I would do the same, you don't want people running from you before they even hear your message. This is what P.O.D. has done they have made it so they can draw people in with a positive message and tell them the truth. So whatever you HEARD their religion is, is not true and thats a fact if you want to email me about this I can show you other songs that prove them to be christians.

Sincerely,
Josh

jsunderland86@gmail.com

P.S.
For the Review part of it this cd is great and most of their cd's are and don't forget to pick up the new album too. "Testify" is the name of the new album P.O.D. has a great purpose in the music industry and if you study up on them you will see why I say that. But if you want great rapcore with a positive message this is what you want to buy.

I really give Zero stars...........2006-01-05

I know some of you will not agree with me on this but..I feel this needs to be said. I don't beileve that POD is in fact a Christian band. Listen to the lyrics is there any mention of Jesus at all? YOu may hear "JAH" or "I and I" which is the beliefs of Rastafarianism.

Rastafarians believe that Haile Selassie, emperor of Ethiopia, (also named Ras Tafari), who died in 1975, was Almighty God in the flesh. Rastafarians worship Haile Selassie, or Ras Tafari, as God.

"The Rastafarians reject Christianity and firmly believe in Haile Selassie as the returned Messiah and Ethiopia as the promised land of all Black people."

They also appear on the "Blair Witch 2" soundtrack with Marilyn Manson and others like him. WHY...would any believer want to be on the same CD as MANSON? Don't you think that it's a bit hypocritical?
Marilyn Manson, proudly boasts:
"Hopefully, I'll be remembered as the person who brought an end to Christianity." (Spin, August 1996, p. 34)

And what about our youth that follow them... A band who calls themselves Christian but then goes on the OZZFEST Tour. What's up with that?

When P.O.D. is asked the logical and honest question - isn't their a conflict of interest when a so-called Christian band performs with the hellions and wickedness at Ozzfest. And Marcos, of P.O.D. replies "we're not necessarily a Christian band"!

You might want to research the bands that you are listening to. I use to listen to POD when they first came out..but I felt something was missing in their music. So I did a lot of research and found a lot of information that was troubling to me to say the least.

Here is a web site if you would like to see for yourself:
http://www.av1611.org/index.html

Average customer rating: The Earth Moved ... in Peace from Solo Piano Publications

Elements Series: Earth Peter Kater Manufacturer: Real Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Ambient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | New Age | Styles | Music Meditation | New Age | Styles | Music Healing | New Age | Styles | Music Solo Instrumental | New Age | Styles | Music Similar Items: Elements Series: Water Elements Series: Air Elements Series: Fire Piano Through Windows & Walls ASIN: B000ALZHS4 Release Date: 2005-08-30

Tracks:

1. Sunrise 1:12
2. Celestine 9:12
3. Summer Prelude 2:11
4. Summer 9:39
5. Autumn Prelude 1:59
6. Autumn 9:25
7. Winter Prelude 2:10
8. Winter 9:09
9. Spring Prelude 2:33
10. Spring 9:45
11. Sunset 2:48

Amazon.com

Earth is another in pianist Peter Kater's introspective four-disc series of ambient chamber works, The Elements Series, also incorporating Water, Fire, and Air. Of the four, Earth is the most organic and folkloric, with Richard Hardy playing bamboo and Native American flutes on several tracks. But the disc also employs synthesizers and the only programmed rhythms of the series with gentle shakers and hand percussion. Earth evokes a pastoral landscape with song titles based on the seasons, making it a concept album within a concept album. "Summer" is light and airy and "Autumn" is shaded in romantic colors. "Spring" is almost country, while "Winter" takes on a darker hue with synthesizer ambiences calling up a chilled landscape. Guitarist Mike Hamilton dominates much of this album, picking out melodies on overdubbed acoustic guitar. While the other CDs in the series have a contemplative tone, Earth almost gets heroic on tracks like "Celestine." As a pianist and composer, Peter Kater can lapse into lounge-jazz and romantic piano idioms, and he kisses that terrain at times on Earth, but there is a new austerity heard in this series that serves him well, putting him on the right side of the sentimental/sublime divide. --John Diliberto

Album Description

"[Peter Kater] brings together tribal grooves, chamber settings, desert atmospheres, sensual melodies and ethereal spaces ….weaving it all together with rich keyboard orchestrations"

Twice Grammy-nominated pianist Peter Kater brings you the first of four brand new releases in the Elements Series: Earth.

Elements Series: Earth is lush and bountiful, reverberating with the sacred pulse of the earth. Imbued with gentle rhythms and melodies, luscious strings and a profound silence, the music carries Peter's soulful compositions straight to the heart of the listener.

Customer Reviews:

The Earth Moved ... in Peace.......2007-03-20

A truly relaxing CD. Lovely as background music, but it doesn't hurt to actually listen to it and be aware of the soothing progression of chords and melody shades. The moods of the seasons are graphically described, and the arrangements flow one into the other. What I also especially appreciate is the fact that the selections follow each other without much of a pause in between. Even a 3-second pause between numbers would have been too noticeable and therefore disruptive. That is not the case with this CD, as with the other CDs in the Elements series. Beautifully crafted, with a depth of feeling without being overly sentimental or romantic. A relief to listen to, a source of quiet excitement.

from Solo Piano Publications.......2005-10-05

"Earth" is one of four CDs in Peter Kater's "Elements Series," and features Kater on piano and keyboards, Mike Hamilton on guitars, and Richard Hardy on flutes and saxophone. The music is ambient and ethereal, and the piano plays a much smaller part on this CD than on "Water," which is also part of this series. Hamilton's beautiful guitar work comes to the front of several of the tracks, with Kater layering other sounds with synths and sequencers to create a peaceful, serene atmosphere. Hardy's various bamboo and Native American flutes are warm, "earthy," and reminiscent of some of Kater's previous collaborations with Native American artists. The combination of flute, guitar, and piano is fairly unusual and is very effective. The synth washes add subtle colors and contribute to the sense of open space and vastness. The mood throughout the CD is peaceful and calming - truly an understatement!

The CD opens appropriately enough with "Sunrise," a quietly haunting flute solo that melts into "Celestine," which adds the guitar, synth, and piano - a gorgeous piece that all but floats on a cloud. The next eight tracks are a prelude and then a full piece for each of the four seasons, beginning with "Summer." All are stunning in their simplicity and beauty. The closing track is "Sunset," which, like "Sunrise," features the flute, but this time has synth behind it - a peaceful close to an outstanding album.

Average customer rating: Elements of Love was the best Earth, wind and who? EWF - A ggod collection if... Great Recording, but not to my taste Excellence.

Elements of Love: Ballads Earth Wind & Fire Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Quiet Storm | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Love Songs Beautiful Ballads Greatest Slow Jams, Vol. 2 Greatest Slow Jams Ballads Collection ASIN: B000002ADG Release Date: 1996-06-04

Tracks:

1. Open Our Eyes
2. Keep Your Head To The Sky
3. Devotion
4. Love's Holiday
5. Ponta De Areia- 'Brazilian Rhyme' (Interlude)
6. Be Ever Wonderful
7. All About Love
8. Can't Hide Love
9. I'll Write A Song For You
10. After The Love Is Gone
11. Imagination
12. Side By Side
13. Spirit
14. Reasons (Live)

Customer Reviews:

Elements of Love was the best.......2007-06-08

Every song on the cd is a must have!!!!

Earth, wind and who?.......2007-01-05

I am not familiar with most of these songs. The quality of the recordings are very nice and professional, but I don't recognize but only two of the songs. Anyway, if you are looking for Earth, Wind & Fire's greatest hits, do yourself a favor: DO NOT CHOSE THIS ONE !!!

EWF - A ggod collection if..........2006-11-03

Overall, you know what to expect from an EWF compilation. Overall, this is good and contains all the songs you would expect and a few that I had totally forgotten. If you already own the Greatest Hits CD you have most of the songs you are probably wanting to hear, but if you want to amass the definitive collection of EWF this is a good purchase.

Great Recording, but not to my taste.......2005-06-09

I'd heard of Earth Wind & Fire but knew very little about them. But being struck with the "being in love" bug, I naturally have a proclivity for music that seems to address this illness. The title hooked me and I ordered it.

The quality of the vocals and of the musicians is superb across the board. That being said, it is mostly not to my taste so I am not qualified to provide a great review. There are a few tracks I really like. "I'll Write a Song for You" comes immediately to mind as does "Be Ever Wonderful". Those, in particularly, reached out to me. The others were well done but did not suit.

I am not at all unhappy about buying this one. Earth Wind & Fire fans should enjoy it especially.

Excellence........2005-04-12

This is a product you'll enjoy from track 1 to the finish. The remastering has really put the icing on the cake. You will feel as if the Boys are doing Devotion or Be Ever Wonderful right in your living room. Phillip Bailey falsettoes are all over the tracks, Maurice White does his best neo-spiritualist, non denomination deacon, and McKay/Dunn/Verdine on rhythm instuments set this whole enterprise just right. Even Nasciemento's afro-Brasilian Rhyme Interlude is given a fresh hearing here. You won't find That's the Way (yow!) of the World, but you are gonna hear All About Love and an equally impressive Imagination here.(I really don't understand why folks prefer Reasons to Imagination, but they both are heard here.) With the summer season coming up, you know you're gonna need some great ol' school grooves to listen to on those lazy evenings reserved for deprogramming and chillin'. This is a perfect CD for doing just that.

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