Breakthrough

1. We Have Come into This House

2. Jesus Will Make Everything Alright

3. Look Where He Brought Me From

4. Can't Wait to Praise Him

5. God Is So Wonderful

6. I Surrender

7. Amazing Grace

8. He Will Deliver

9. I've Been Washed

10. I Won't Give Up

11. Worthy Is the Lamb

12. I Will Praise You

13. Restore the Joy

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Average customer rating: An exceptional debut that grows on you Elliott Yamin does not need synthesizer Elliott sounds really good. OK, so I was wrong. This CD is better than I thought! A great CD!

Elliott Yamin Elliott Yamin Manufacturer: Hickory Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Daughtry Katharine McPhee Small Town Girl My December Taylor Hicks ASIN: B000N60HD6 Release Date: 2007-03-20

Tracks:

1. Movin On
2. Wait For You
3. Find a Way
4. One Word
5. You Are the One
6. I'm the Man
7. Trainwreck
8. Free
9. Alright
10. Take My Breath Away
11. A Song For You

Amazon.com

Elliott Yamin's debut is so agreeable and well-executed it may well convert hardened R&B experts--the kind who'd normally distance themselves from a disc with a TV pedigree. With sincerity and a voice that vaults itself to places no talent-show contestant should be able to go, Yamin bares his soul here in a way that would do his hero, Donny Hathaway, proud. Tracks like "Take My Breath Away" and "You Are the One" find him twisting a wrench around love-stained lyrics; "I'm the Man" and "Find A Way" flow with hat-in-hand grace (and, in the case of the latter, a scat worthy of a vintage jazz stage); and opener "Movin' On" immortalizes the season five judges'-table words of Paula Abdul: Ellliott Yamin is "one funky white boy." As he proves with this five-star album, he is also among the most gifted artists ever to a turn a stint on the show into a recording career. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

An exceptional debut that grows on you.......2007-07-20

Elliott Yamin in my opinion probably has the best voice of any of the contestants from AI season 5, even though I liked Chris Daughtry a little better overall, I was pulling big time for them both to be in the finale. Alas neither of them made it, so I was excited to know that Elliott had gotten a record deal, because I was fearful he might not get one since he's not as commercially friendly as some of that season's alums, and it would have been a shame to let his amazing voice go unsigned. All that said however, if I would have reviewed this album three months ago when I first listened to it, I definitely wouldn't have given it a 4/5 stars, it probably would have been more around a 2 to 2.5.

Indeed when I first bought the album and upon the initial listens, I couldn't help but be disappointed that such a great talent had put out a CD that in my opinion was very forgettable, granted I did like a few songs at first, such as the first single "Wait For You" and "Movin On". Thankfully I refused to give up on the album, and after making myself listen to the tracks multiple times I soon realized my initial impressions of the album were pretty off. No this is not a 5 star album or a classic in my opinion (but then again how many debut albums are?), but I now regard it as a very solid r&b/pop album. The tracks on this album really do grow on you, so I just want to stress to fans of Yamin that if they're not crazy about the album at first give it a chance before making your final judgments.

The album is definitely very R&Bish / soulful (who says white men can't have soul right?), but there are also pop influences present on the album. Almost every song is well written, especially such ones as "Find a Way", a modern R&B track about the unfairness of the world, and how love has to find a way in order to cope with it all. "Free" is another lyrical highlight about how we have the freedom to be able to make our dreams realities if we put our mind to it, although it's not one of my favorite songs melody-wise.

Some of my favorite melodies on the album are the mid tempo first single "Wait For You" which mixes R&B and pop, and the soft and soothing "You Are The One", a straight up love ballad. "Train Wreck" is a pure R&B song, and a favorite of mine, where Yamin's voice is in top form as he sings about a relationship thats heading for a "train wreck", and I love the hook of the song. On the other end, I love the upbeat rhythms of "Movin On", which boasts a hand clapping beat that accompanies lyrics about getting tired of waiting for his significant other to decide what she wants, and "movin on" with his life. "Alright" is another upbeat track, that wouldn't feel out of place in a club, the song definitely has a hip/hop vibe to it and to me sounds similar to something Usher would record. It's a great change of pace and another favorite of mine.

Thats another good thing about the album, there really is a variety of appeal on here, "Wait For You" and "You Are the One" for example would be perfect for ac radio or even pop, whereas I could see songs like "Movin On" and "Alright" fitting in on current R&B/Hip Hop stations, the album really has a range of appeal from old to young, Adult Contemporary to R&B. Even commercially the album has potential, "Wait For You" has so far become a top 20 hit on the Billbaord Hot 100, and I don't think its the only song on here capable of making it into that tier of the charts.

But perhaps the best thing about this album, is Yamin's voice itself. Even when I wasn't too into the songs yet, I still loved listening to Yamin's strong soulful voice, which shines on pretty much every track here, and fans of Yamin should enjoy the "A Song For You" cover, which is definitely a showcase for Yamins vocals. Even the tracks I don't really care for such as "I'm the Man" and "Take My Breath Away" are made much better by the voice thats singing them.

So overall I'm pleased with Elliott's debut, it took some time, but the album is one that I'll be listening to for awhile. If Yamin can improve upon his debut and grow more as an artist, he should have a long, bright career ahead. 4/5 stars

My Top 5:
1. Wait For You
2. Alright
3. Train Wreck
4. Find A Way
5. Movin On

Elliott Yamin does not need synthesizer.......2007-07-16

I love Elliott Yamin and was pleased with this first cd but he does not need all of the electronic synthesizer effects on some of the cuts. I saw him in person singing these same songs and they were so much better with just a band behind him. I hope his next cd will be done more simply. Elliott is amazing and he should be appreciated in his pure form.

Elliott sounds really good. .......2007-07-14

I really like the sound of Elliott Yamin's voice. It is very soothing. Every song does not sound the same - I like that.

OK, so I was wrong. This CD is better than I thought!.......2007-07-14

Movin' On - 8
Wait For You - 8
Find A Way - 9
One Word - 6
You Are The One - 7
I'm The Man - 6
Train Wreck - 7
Free - 8
Alright - 9
Take My Breath Away - 7
A Song For You - 9

This CD starts on a good note with Movin' On and ends nicely with Donnie Hathaway's A Song For You. Elliot co-wrote Movin' On, Find A Way, You Are The One, Train Wreck and Alright. And this is just his debut!

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That equals 3 stars and then some.

3.8 stars

A great CD!.......2007-07-13

I love every song on this CD. I listen to it all the time, and never, ever get sick of it.

Average customer rating: Entitled to be called "The Queen of HipHop Soul" Beautiful Mary What a powerfull voice MARY YOU CONTINUE TO PLEASE YOUR FANS I love this CD

The Breakthrough Mary J. Blige Manufacturer: Geffen Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Unpredictable Reflections - A Retrospective In My Own Words B'day Once Again ASIN: B000BNTM32 Release Date: 2005-12-20

Tracks:

1. No One Will Do
2. Enough Cryin
3. About You
4. Be Without You
5. Gonna Breakthrough
6. Good Woman Down
7. Take Me As I Am
8. Baggage
9. Can't Hide From Luv
10. MJB Da MVP
11. Can't Get Enough
12. Ain't Really Love
13. I Found My Everything
14. Father In You
15. Alone
16. One

Amazon.com

Nobody knows heartache like Mary J. knows heartache. But as she releases her seventh disc, perhaps more important is that nobody understands better how unquenchable our thirst to hear what it sounds like can be. The Breakthrough, contrary to run-up rumors, is no retrospective or greatest-hits package. Rather than reheat, Blige and producers Dr. Dre, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, and Will.i.am tasked themselves with stirring a river of hurt into some of the highest-caliber hip-hop/soul to hit the airwaves since she burned up the Waiting to Exhale soundtrack with "Not Gon' Cry." Cameos alone could sell this disc: Brook, Jay-Z, Raphael Saadiq, and Bono step up. But it's the trademark ragged-edged soul of its star that shines brightest throughout the 16 tracks. "A love that tears you down ain't really love," a laid-bare Blige reminds us on "Ain't Really Love," after dedicating "Good Woman Down" to "my troubled sisters." Somewhere in between, she leaves absolutely no room for doubt that she just can't be without her baby ("Be Without You"). It's an exhilarating, love-affirming moment on a CD jammed full of them (check out "Can't Get Enough," with its echoes of a pleading Curtis Mayfield). Blige, never far from the thoughts of the lovelorn, didn't need a breakthrough, but anybody with an ear for artful confession will be glad she's given us The Breakthrough anyway. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Entitled to be called "The Queen of HipHop Soul".......2007-06-27

MJB is just so inspiring and soulful. I listen to her all the time. So emotional hearing her voice and listening to the words. MJB is a class act for sure.

Beautiful Mary.......2007-05-30

Mary has come a long way. I'm so glad her music is reflecting her growth.

What a powerfull voice.......2007-04-02

I love this CD. It is soulfull, emotions flow in her voice. She is a DIVA. And a very human one. Her live has make her stronger, wiser.

MARY YOU CONTINUE TO PLEASE YOUR FANS.......2007-03-18

MARY "NO MORE DRAMA" AND THE BREAKTHROUGH" IS PROBABLY HER BEST TWO ALBUMS SHE HAS RECORDED. I LOVE ALL OF MARY'S SONGS SHE SINGS, BUT THESE TWO ALBUMS, YOU CAN'T PICK A FAVORITE THEY ARE ALL GOOD. SHE PUTS HER HEART AND SOUL IN EVERYTHING SHE DOES. LOVE YOU MARY KEEPING ON SINGING.

I love this CD.......2007-03-08

I love Mary J. But the songs on this CD provides a little something for everyone. No matter what kind of music you like she has something for you. I love this CD as I feel I have grown with her and gone through her struggles right along with her. This is a must have for any Mary J Blige fan.

Average customer rating: Appropriate Album Title for a Terrific Album kids point of view A good attempt to comeback 2 and half - Not Quite What I've been Expected... High Energy Club Music

Dust Off and Dance Manufacturer: Backroom Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Teen Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Just Me Naked Color of Silence Deborah Tiffany - Greatest Hits ASIN: B0009VY1U0 Release Date: 2005-05-31

Tracks:

1. Be With U Tonite
2. Ride It
3. Kama Sutra
4. Na Na Na
5. Everyone Get Down
6. FLY
7. Artificial Girlfriend
8. Sacrifice
9. I Luv How You Feel
10. I Think We're Alone Now
11. Artificial Girlfriend (second sun remix)

Product Description

Joining up once again with the boys at the Backroom, the team that brought you 2001's critically acclaimed "Color Of Silence," Tiffany has continued her passion and has at long last recorded the consummate Club/Dance project her fans have so eagerly awaited. This collection of eleven house oriented tracks includes a fresh take on her smash hit "I Think We're Alone Now" and a remix by the up and coming dance duo "Second Sun." Finding her stride on this energetic and brilliantly crafted album, Tiffany's unique and mesmerizing voice is reminiscent of Aretha and Anastacia at their soulful best, and will leave you breathless.

Customer Reviews:

Appropriate Album Title for a Terrific Album.......2007-04-16

When it comes to Tiffany (and several other 1980's singers) the problem is that fans, critics and people who aren't fans won't let the singer "grow up" so to speak. They label each new album the artist puts out after 1990 as a "comeback", but really, how many times can someone make a comeback? Well, Tiffany has done it at least three times, and "Dust off and Dance" is another great album by the former teen-queen, far superior to any of the present so-called teen-queens. It should be noted, that Tiffany's album prior to this one, "The Color of Silence" is another superpb album, but with an entire different feel to it.

"Dust off and Dance", is quite likely to be a reference to Tiffany herself dusting off the past (be it harsh reviewes, haters, or the mood of "The Color of Silence"), and quite literally just dancing. At least "Dust off and Dance" doesn't try to be anything more than a dance / disco / Hi NRG album - and a fantastic one at that. Production blends the best of modern day sounds with a bit of the 80's, combined with Tiffany's powerful voice and some great lyrics, most of which are written by her, resulting in an album that is easy to listen to over and over again.

The songs may not seem as deep on the surface as those from her previous album, but they all tell a story and do have important meanings to them, like enjoying life as it is so short. Some of the songs and lyrics are a bit suggestive, but the album was written, according to Tiffany, with her gay fans in mind. It's also appropriate for the dance floor (obviously). While the overall mood of the album is upbeat, there are a couple of ballads, but even they are upbeat. It's great to see that the album has been getting some play on the hit TV series "Ugly Betty". The biggest problem with the album though is that it is too short - only eleven songs, two of which are remixes. But hey, quality over quantity anyday.

Highlights: Be With U Tonite, Ride It, Na Na Na

Low Points: Kama Sutra, I Think We're Alone Now (remix)

kids point of view.......2007-04-04

cd was for my daughter and she thought it was excellent.

A good attempt to comeback.......2007-01-11

Not one of Tiffany's best work. This disco-ish CD is ok, not the Tiffany that we're all familiar with. It's nice to see she's still recording, but it doesn't measure up to her earlier work. Her last CD "Color of Silence" was excellent, the songs were great. Had more feeling in it. If you're a Tiffany fan like me, then add this to your collection.

2 and half - Not Quite What I've been Expected..........2007-01-10

Well, I have to say I only start to know and love Tiffany from her come back 6 years ago, with some amazing songs like "Open My Eyes" and the exceptionally heart melting "If Only". I have absolute no idea what sort of her music in the 90s or 80s and have no intention of exploring it since the pop music from those period is a bit odd for me. Since this album was rather new and the review said it relflects her best in the past, I decided to buy it. There are some songs that quite upbeat, with lots of catchy tunes but I still prefer her previous work. This album is a bit blend, lack of emotion and there are some songs just sound alike. It's unavoidable since Trance and House just got a limited sound effect to play around with in the arragement, I think you know what I mean. Anyway, if you looking for a feel good family or even birthday party, you can go with this one. But if you fond of flowing with emotion and smooth melodies, then the last album would be the best choice.

High Energy Club Music.......2006-08-14

Well U have to be a fan of pop or club music to really enjoy this latest CD of Tiffany's .Her latetest effort is a complete 180 from her last cd THE COLOR OF SILENCE but I luv both due to the fact u get to listen to her great vocals but with that said Dust Off And Dance is the correct title for this So Get This if U WANNA DANCE! DANCE! DANCE!

Average customer rating: Good Job, Colorado Mass Choir Top notch Stands up to repeated listenings -- what a flow

Praise 'Til You Breakthrough Colorado Mass Choir Manufacturer: Alliant Music Group ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Gospel | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Christian Contemporary Music | Christian & Gospel | Styles | Music Similar Items: It's Not Over Jesus, Jesus, Jesus Here Is Our Praise Grace: Live in Kenya We Praise You ASIN: B000FUF730 Release Date: 2006-08-22

Tracks:

1. Let's Praise Him
2. Praise 'Til You Break Through
3. It Won't Last
4. Oh Give Thanks
5. Classic Choir Medley: Psalms 100
6. Classic Choir Medley: He's Alright with Me
7. Classic Choir Medley: Great Is the Lord
8. Classic Choir Medley: Please Be Patient with Me
9. Classic Choir Medley: God Will Take Care of You
10. Classic Choir Medley: When the Battle Is Over
11. Classic Choir Medley: Call Him Up
12. Forever You Shall Reign
13. When I Worship
14. Yes to Your Will
15. Most High King

Customer Reviews:

Good Job, Colorado Mass Choir.......2007-05-02

I put this CD on and wondered why I hadn't purchase this CD earlier. My loss, but oh what an outstanding effort put forward by this choir. Joe Pace really know how to put things together. All the songs are well above average and you will be astounded at the vocal and musical arrangements on this CD. Play this CD and get your "Spiritual Breakhrough"!

Top notch.......2007-03-11

You can always expect great anointed music from this choir. The full sounds of music and voices make their latest CD a true blessing!

Stands up to repeated listenings -- what a flow.......2006-12-02

Joe Pace is an artistic minister that you can consistently count on to turn out sets that run from decent to great. This one is quite solid. While no individual song by itself is a groundbreaking standout, the flow of this CD is absolutely awesome. I just opened the jewel case yesterday and the disc is on its 5th spin as I write this.

As usual with Minister Pace's projects, we have consistently good arrangements, simple lyrics and good soloists who never get carried away. Of note is the brotha who leads the title track, who sounds a LOT like J. Moss. An effective church medley of old-school gospel hits is included and presented in a way that will be satisfying even to younger folks who may not recall the originals. And the overall selection of songs provides the mix of styles this crew is known for.

Again ... there is nothing earth-shattering here, but if you like spiritual music at all you're sure to really like or love PRAISE 'TIL YOU BREAK THROUGH. And fans of Joe Pace and Colorado Mass Choir will love and appreciate it right away, because it is typical in every way of one of their albums. Recommended.

Average customer rating: Tremenda CD La Palabra really is THE WORD in salsa! La Palabra sigue en talla! Only a couple of good songs

Breakthrough Orquesta la Palabra Manufacturer: Tornillo Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: On Fire Angel Melendez & The 911 Mambo Orchestra Soy La Candela Tremenda Rumba Fiesta En El Bronx ASIN: B0000DB4WU Release Date: 2003-09-24

Tracks:

1. El Temblor
2. Ahe Ahe
3. Cama y Mesa
4. Se Nos Fue
5. CubanJam.com
6. I'm Going To Shenzhen
7. El Tun Tun (de Tu Corazon)
8. Mi Nueva York
9. Salsera
10. Y Yo Va Pa' Shenzhen
11. Feelings
12. La Bikina

Album Description

The artist that brought us "Lady" is back. This time with more energy than ever! Breakthrough features a well-balanced variety of tropical Latin music genres including salsa (romantica and dura), jazz and hip hop. This CD is a must for listeners as well as dancers!

Customer Reviews:

Tremenda CD.......2006-04-30

WOW. I heard about this CD when it came out...Then recently I was visiting friends in Cali, Colombia and I heard the song, "El Tun Tun de Tu Corazon" being played night and day on the radio and I fell in love with it. Great sound and great quality and very original. It's nice to hear original material for once in tropical music and hear the instruments in tune as well. Hats off to La Palabra for keeping salsa music original and alive!!!

La Palabra really is THE WORD in salsa!.......2004-11-12

Wow! What an amazing CD!! I recently discovered La Palabra's music after reading about it in Billboard Magazine and wow, I've been missing out! I love this CD - I just can't get enough of it. In fact, after listening to this CD I went out and bought his previous CD "On Fire". (Another CD that truly won't disappoint) and now, I can't wait to hear what he comes up with next! La Palabra's music is a MUST for every salsa lover's collection. His trademark blend of romanticism and energy is truly a magical formula indeed! La Palabra really is THE WORD in salsa!!

La Palabra sigue en talla!.......2004-07-25

My name is Isabel Pantoja and I'm a Cuban-American from NYC who is very in touch with my AfroCuban roots and salsa from the United States and let me say, the music on Breakthrough is exactly what La Palabra is all about - nothing like any other salsa artist's music and great to dance to.
La Palabra had an enormous impact on salsa in New York when he came out with the song Lady. It was the first song, I recall, to combine romanticism with salsa and have English lyrics. I loved it just like everyone else. In fact, that song was played numerous times in the clubs each night - just like I'm Going to Shenzhen is when I travel around the world - which I do periodically for my business. (And by the way, Europeans love the slow tempo of Tun Tun de Tu Corazon.) I am a very avid fan of La Palabra because he goes outside of the salsa box and maintains his quality.
I remember listening to Orquesta Aragon when they did a combo song called El Charleston which combined cha cha cha with the Charleston. I also remember our great, Beny More when he combined the big band American sound with Latin music. Both artists brought a new flavor to our music.
For the lady in Hollywood, Florida, perhaps you need to go do some research about our music before you go writing negative reviews about our artists who are keeping our music alive and making the whole world dance.

Only a couple of good songs.......2004-07-18

I am confused as to what Orq. La Palabra is trying to do and where in salsa they are trying to fit? I'm a Cuban American woman from Cuba so salsa is not something foreign to me. This is definitely not Cuban style salsa and it's not Puerto Rican or Colombian either.

Although he is a good pianist, I was surprised to learn that La Palabra is from Cuba. Technically he has what it takes to be a Cuban musician, but he has lost the Cuban style. I was also shocked when I read somewhere that the other singer on breakthrough, Gonzalo Chomat is also a Cuban exhile. I left Cuba less than ten years ago and I have never heard of Chomat. The band is based in California so I would have guessed he is from Mexico. Chomat has also lost the Cuban style. He doesn't sing like a Cuban at all. California is not Cuba or Miami, so it appears Orq. La Palabra is trying to soften up or lose the hard Caribbean edge and sell themselves to California Latinos -- very different style from east coast Latinos.

I guess with such boring songs that we hear in elevators and in doctor's offices, like "Feelings" and "Lady" this band is trying to sell themselves not only to California Latinos, but also to American English speaking audiences, however there is only one Miami sound machine. Before they go any further with this, they should enroll the second lead singer, Chomat in some English classes first, he is hardly understandable on either American song. "I'm going to Shen Zen" is a complete waste of time and will make anyone think that Orq. La Palabra should please leave hip hop to those who can do it right -- like Snoop Dog and M&M.

The album is not a total loss however, two very good dance songs are El Temblor and Ahe Ahe. On these songs the band plays the harder energetic salsa the Caribbean is known for, and they show that they are good musicians, they just need to stop pimping themselves so hard and recapture their Cuban roots.

If you buy this CD don't forget to burn the two good songs on it for your salsa dancing pleasure before you give it away to a coworker at the office Christmas party.

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The Breakthrough Mary J. Blige Manufacturer: Umvd Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music R&B | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Reflections - A Retrospective 20 Y.O. ASIN: B000CPGY4O Release Date: 2006-02-28

Tracks:

1. No One Will Do
2. Enough Cryin
3. About You
4. Be Without You
5. Gonna Breakthrough
6. Good Woman Down
7. Take Me As I Am
8. Baggage
9. Can't Hide From Luv
10. MJB Da MVP
11. Can't Get Enough
12. Ain't Really Love
13. I Found My Everything
14. Father In You
15. Alone
16. One
17. So Lady

Album Description

International version features one bonus track, 'So Lady' featuring Raphael Saadiq. The highly anticipated album from the Grammy award-winning and Undisputed Queen of Hip Hop Soul includes the single 'Be Without You' and featuring guest appearances from Brook, Will.I.Am, Nina Simone, Jay-Z, Raphael Saadiq & Bono (U2). Geffen. 17 tracks in all. 2005.

Album Details

Anointed the Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J Blige Releases her Seventh Studio Album, "The Breakthrough". This Album Takes Listeners on a Journey Through Its Fourteen Tracks. Essential Stops on this Trip Are the Album's Debut Single, "be Without You", an Inspiring Duet with Bono on U2's "One"; Mjb Da Mvp, with Mary's Vocal Over "The Game's Hate it Or Love It".

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Magnetic Breakthrough ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Indie & Lo Fi | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Rock | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Search for Omega Minus Supreme Radial ASIN: B00006HCFB Release Date: 2001-01-09

Tracks:

1. Woodshed Fist Fight
2. A Hard Line to Tread
3. The Road to Hell
4. Anvil Jumper
5. Stress is the Best Reliever
6. Juvenile Martyrs Behavior Under Fire
7. "Absolute Bloody Shocker"
8. Universal Sheep Coma
9. From Chariots to Garbage Cans
10. The Tearful Champion
11. If You Lived a Minute of My Life
12. Static Arrival
13. Leprechaun
14. Elizabeth and Mercury
15. Underground Pressure

Album Description

Mitch Mitchell and his Terrifying Experience tear apart the rock paradigm, bringing all of its raw eccentricities into full view: garage, psychedelia, punk and the cosmic spaces in between. Mitch Mitchell played guitar in the "classic line-up" of Guided By Voices, while other TEX members have been in semi-legendary Ohio punk/underground bands such as: The Method, Pica Huss, Vibralux and Monster Truck 005. Magnetic Breakthrough is psych damaged, full-on, rock 'n roll - make no mistake.

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Breakthrough Eddie Daniels Manufacturer: Grp Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Bebop & Post-Bop | Compilations | Jazz | Styles | Music GRP | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: To Bird with Love Mean What You Say Five Seasons Blue Bossa This Is Now ASIN: B000008AP6 Release Date: 1990-10-25

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Breakthrough Don Pullen with the George Adams Quartet Manufacturer: Capitol ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Avant Garde & Free Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B000008C1X Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. Mr. Smoothie
2. Just Foolin' Around
3. Song from the Old Country - George Adams, Don Pullen
4. We've Been Here All the Time
5. Time for Sobriety

Average customer rating: Breakdown Thoroughly entertaining

Breakthrough! Cedar Walton & Hank Mobley Manufacturer: 32. Jazz Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Hard Bop | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Jazz General | Jazz | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Jazz General | Jazz | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music Similar Items: A Caddy for Daddy ASIN: B00000JZ37 Release Date: 1999-08-24

Tracks:

1. Breakthrough
2. Sabia
3. House On Maple Street
4. Theme From Love Story
5. Summertime
6. Early Morning Stroll

Customer Reviews:

Breakdown.......2006-11-17

As a Mobley devotee (from 1954-1962 there is no more inventive, consistently fresh master of the mainstream jazz language), I had both heard on record and witnessed in person his sad descent from his glorious period (the Blakey dates or his own "Soul Station"). I picked up this one not expecting much, and got better than I deserved (but not by much). On the opener he sounds like he's "trying" to sound like Dexter, Henderson, Shorter, Shepp, or anyone but himself. His fertile melodic imagination is reduced to tentative, repetitive chromatic riffs; his tone is undisciplined and unfocused (even shaky in terms of intonation), seeking primarily to purge itself of anything that might be viewed as wimpy, reactionary, or not "with it."

The second tune is a neglible period piece with Walton moving to Fender Rhodes for this and the succeeding number (at least the latter doesn't employ a fade-out). Then to capture any jazz-listener "pretenders," the program moves to Cedar's take on "Love Story" sans saxophones, followed by a tune as elemental as the blues, Gershwin's "Summertime" (no surprises, other than Hank's hard-edged, suddenly annoying sound and stuck-in-a-rut constructions punctuated by his (desperate) shouts of self-encouragement between phrases).

About this time, I saw Hank behave the same on stage at the Brown Shoe in Chicago, where he had to be escorted off the stage before the end of the first tune. At least he appears to have been fairly straight for this recording session, sufficiently so to go the distance. The set closes (mercifully) with an innocuous swinger based on a couple of modal scales. The presence of Charles Davis does little for ensemble cohesion or the intonation of either saxophonist.

Recommended for Mobley completists not averse to hearing a genius of American music continue his self-destructive ways (aided and abetted by the pressures of the market-place, with its ridiculous, deplorably ignorant musical tastes). In fact, this is essentially Hank's "last gasp" on record. The rhythm section is first-rate, not out to make a "statement," with Walton perfect (albeit predictable) as always and Higgins maintaining his claim as house drummer for Blue Note, Muse or anyone fortunate to secure his services. Audio quality is non-problematic.

Very few listeners--even jazz aficionados--are aware that the real progressive action in music at this time was not with modal, free, funky, or fusion music but with the neglected Art Blakey 1970's ensembles, performing Walter Davis Jr. compositions that towered above the rest of the trendy sonic mayhem.

If you're new to Mobley, don't even consider this one. Start with anything featuring Blakey, Silver, or Miles as leader--or his own Blue Note sessions, 1956-1963, when his was (still is) the most welcome, inexhaustible sound in music.

Thoroughly entertaining.......2000-09-29

"Breakthrough," recorded in 1972, might not fully live up to its name, in that the release plows tried-and-true hard bop ground. I'd say rather that it lays a few more solid and original blocks in the very sturdy foundation of mainstream modern jazz music. The release's leaders, saxophonist Hank Mobley and pianist Cedar Walton, are among the most consistent contributors to the canon, and on "Breakthrough" they play with exuberance and vitality.

Mobley managed to find a thoroughly original voice in the '50s and '60s, despite being a contemporary of tenor giants Coltrane, Rollins and Gordon. His was a mellower, funkier sound, and the ease with which he played belied the complexity of his ideas. Walton's piano sound featured shimmering runs, fleeting quotes and a good dose of humor that is in evidence on this disc. They are joined by underrated baritone man Charles Davis, who also takes some nice turns at the other end of the aural spectrum on soprano, most notably on "The House on Maple Street."

"Breakthrough" jumps from the word go with the steaming title cut, mellows through a Latin-flavored "Sabia" and Walton even manages to wring some lyrical life from the now-dated "Theme from Love Story." The windups, a cooking version of "Summertime" and a superb blues, "Early Morning Stroll," bring the session to an invigorating close with some of Mobley's best playing.

Don't miss throughout the fine drumming of the ubiquitous Billy Higgins, who fires up the title tune and displays superb taste and adds value to every tune with his shifting rhythms. He's a drummer who listens.

"Breakthrough" shows that the '70s wasn't all about fusion. Mobley and Walton keep the spirit of jazz alive with this fine effort and make sure to let you know musician and listener alike should have a little fun along the way.

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2. Come Spring
3. Complete Miles Davis at Montreux 1973-1991 [Box set] [Import]
4. Deer Wan
5. DMP does DSD [SACD]
6. Do Not Leave Me [Live]
7. Down-Home
8. Early in the Morning
9. Early Stan
10. Echoes of a Friend

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