The Rock and Soul Circus

the rock and soul circus

Track Listings

1. Shangrila Tiger
2. Bang Bang Bang
3. Human Being Lawnmower
4. Born Under a Bad Sign - Dollhouse, Lisa Kekaula
5. Ode to Ra
6. Come On Baby
7. Hear 'Em Talkin'
8. I Know You Want Me
9. I Miss Someone
10. I'm a Man on the Move
11. I Got the Feelin

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The Rock and Soul Circus
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • A lot better than most
The Rock and Soul Circus
Dollhouse
Manufacturer: Dim Mak Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
Garage PunkGarage Punk | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
Garage RockGarage Rock | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B0002TX7FY
Release Date: 2004-09-14

Tracks:

  1. Shangrila Tiger
  2. Bang Bang Bang
  3. Human Being Lawnmower
  4. Born Under A Bad Sign
  5. Ode To Ra
  6. Come On Baby
  7. Hear 'Em Talkin'
  8. I Know You Want Me
  9. I Miss Someone
  10. I'm A Man On The Move
  11. I Got The Feelin'

Album Description

In March 2003, these scrappy young Swedish rockers hung around the stage door of London's 100 Club and handed their 7-inch to the bass player of their favorite band, Michael Davis of the MC5, who liked what he heard. Packed with real deal rock and roll--screaming and soulful guitars, screaming and soulful vocals--that Michael Davis describes as "What the MC5 wished we could sound like." Davis himself backed the band on a cover of the MC5's "Human Being Lawnmower". The end result is energy, timing, an onslaught of wah-wah, and rock and soul. Dollhouse also appears on the DVD "Sonic Revolution: A Tribute To The MC5", featuring the surviving members of the MC5, as well as Lemmy (Motorhead), Dave Vanian (The Damned), Ian Astbury (The Cult/The Doors), Jack White, Death In Vegas, DJ Zane Lowe, and more.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A lot better than most.......2005-07-23

Dollhouse's "Rock and Soul Circus" really gets right what so many rock bands get wrong these days. They're the real thing, and they by far outpace other (so-called) "garage rock" bands like the Vines, the Hives, and the Caesars, all of whom seem happy to temper their music with varying degrees of commercialism. Dollhouse, on the other hand, put together a manic display of rock steeped in jazz and soul that is simply uncompromising. They make no secret of their infatuation with the MC5, and the 5's influence shows heavily on most tracks. ("Human Being Lawnmower" is an MC5 cover; "Born Under a Bad Sign," while not a 5 original, was a popular cover in their live sets back in the day; and, of course, this album was produced by MC5 bassist Michael Davis.) Not that that's a bad thing, as the MC5 remain one of the best rock bands of all time; but it does somewhat prevent Dollhouse from displaying enough of their own sound to be successful as an original band. In fact, the band's relentless, driving sound is so consistent throughout "Rock and Soul Circus" that it borders on tiresome toward the end of the album. Nevertheless, they're so much better than most new rock bands out there, and deserve a lot more recognition than what they've received.

If you want to impress all the frat boys and poseurs at your party, play Jet's "Get Born." If you want to blow everyone at your party away with a genuine and talented rock band, play Dollhouse.
3 Beam Circus, Vol. 2: Connect Game
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • TRACK LIST
3 Beam Circus, Vol. 2: Connect Game

Manufacturer: Soul Town
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000EI43II

Product Description

1. Everyday - Celly Cel 2. All In - Totally Insane 3. They Tryin' to Murder Me - 3X Krazy, 2Pac 4. Campaignin' - Mac Shawn 5. Are You up on a Ride? - Remixx 6. Break Me Off - Mac Mall, 7. Tang & O.J. - P.S.D. 8. Triple Beam Threat - The WhoRidas 9. All We Know - San Quinn, Young Tyson 10. We Keep Our Game Tight - N2Deep, Young Dru 11. Do What You Want - Rhythm & Green

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars TRACK LIST.......2006-02-08

Track Listings
1. Everyday - Celly Cel
2. All In - Totally Insane
3. They Tryin' to Murder Me - 3X Krazy, 2Pac
4. Campaignin' - Mac Shawn
5. Are You up on a Ride? - Remixx
6. Break Me Off - Mac Mall,
7. Tang & O.J. - P.S.D.
8. Triple Beam Threat - The WhoRidas
9. All We Know - San Quinn, Young Tyson
10. We Keep Our Game Tight - N2Deep, Young Dru
11. Do What You Want - Rhythm & Green

Favorite
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Liner notes says is all
Favorite
Elisa Korenne
Manufacturer: Edgy and Elegant Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Folk | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Pop | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music
GeneralGeneral | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00083QWRY
Release Date: 2005-06-01

Tracks:

  1. Opening
  2. Find My Strength
  3. Road Trance
  4. About
  5. Honest Lies
  6. Andy the Lightbulb Eater
  7. Marrow
  8. Instead
  9. Flirt With Me
  10. Butte
  11. Favorite
  12. Closing

Product Description

Where you'll stop when browsing the radio dial. Ten original edgy and elegant songs that highlight Elisa's songwriting skill and rich alto voice. The album ambles confidently through rock, pop, and folk, with touches of jazz, soul, circus-eclectic, and a capella. Varied subjects and stylings show off Elisa's broad array of influences. Song stylings range from grooving rock tunes, such as "Find My Strength," "Road Trance," "Marrow," and the alt-country influenced "Favorite," to heartfelt ballads such as the power-ballad "About" and the soon-to-be jazz standard "Flirt with Me." Song subjects include the true story of a 19th century prostitute in "Butte," the tale of a boy who eats lightbulbs in "Andy the Lightbulb Eater," and an Irish a capella ballad from the perspective of the object of unrequited love in "Instead." Produced by Daniel A. Weiss, who produced Ina May Wool's award-winning Crack It Open. Performers include Billy Ward from Joan Osborne's band on drums, Joseph Quigley from Lisa Loeb's band on bass, and the folk singer-songwriter Joe Jencks on a capella harmonies in "Instead."

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Liner notes says is all.......2005-08-02

This stuff really is edgy and elegant! High recommend.
The New Song
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Upbeat, energetic music that soothes the soul
  • New Song
  • this is a must have
  • great album
The New Song
Townhall
Manufacturer: Townhall
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
Neo-PsychedeliaNeo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000089CMG
Release Date: 2003-02-25

Tracks:

  1. Confusion
  2. Premonitions
  3. Family
  4. Working for Another Song
  5. Limousine
  6. Ellie Mae
  7. New Song
  8. Miss Saturday Night
  9. Mama
  10. Chevy
  11. Master of the Universe
  12. Tomorrow's Lullaby

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Upbeat, energetic music that soothes the soul.......2004-12-10

I don't know exactly what genre Townhall would fit into. Townhall is a great live, their performances are always a treat if you get a chance to see them. The musicians interchange roles, and swich up the instruments, never boring you or allowing you to drift away. That's about the gist of how the music catches you too. Each song has an individuality to it, yet they all fit together on this album nicely.

Not to mention, the band is composed of musicians. Real musicians with educated talent. The great thing about Townhall is that these musicians meld fantastically with eachother.

Some picks of my favorite tunes would have to be :
* Working for Another Song
* Miss Saturday Night
* Mama
* Master of the Universe

This album is a regular in my cd rotation, and I highly recommend it. Watch out for their upcoming release American Dreams, which I've caught word will be phenomenal!! :)

5 out of 5 stars New Song.......2004-10-01

Townhall is the newest sound to hit the music scene. Based out of Philly, they've been playing night after night to get their music out. I've seen these guys live and believe me, they rock the house. I would describe their music as a fusion of jazz, funk and soul with an awesome rhythm section and exceptional vocals. Townhall's creative blend of acoustic, electric, percussion, horns and woodwinds is unlike anything I've ever heard. They are amazingly talented musicians and songwriters. See them live if you ever have the chance and buy their CD. They're website is www.townhallmusic.com Check it out!

5 out of 5 stars this is a must have.......2003-07-03

Townhall did an awesome job on this CD. The artistic talent of this band is amazing. They are a little funky, a little jazzy, and very soulful. The lead singer does an awesome job and the band is jammin'. You can't go wrong with this CD.

4 out of 5 stars great album.......2003-03-12

This is Townhall's debut studio effort, and they did a great job. It captures a lot of the energy of their live show (if you ever get a chance to see them, DO NOT pass it up), but also has songs that are reworked for the studio setting. All kinds of influences, folk, funk, jazz, hip hop. I don't really have much else to say but buy this album!
Speak of Brave Men
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    Speak of Brave Men
    The World , and Inferno Friendship Society
    Manufacturer: Gern Blandsten
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
    Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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    ASIN: B000CA2RV8
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    Soul Graffiti
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      Soul Graffiti
      The Pipe Circus
      Manufacturer: The Pipe Circus
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
      ASIN: B000CA2VWS
      Release Date: 2002-12-17

      Tracks:

      1. Short
      2. Shake Dat Munki
      3. Saw It Comin'
      4. Short
      5. Promises
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      7. Short
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      The Seraphim Circus, Vol. 1
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        The Seraphim Circus, Vol. 1
        Orris
        Manufacturer: Microcosmik Records
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B000CAD758
        Release Date: 2005-06-28

        Tracks:

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