Travels

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"These aren’t your father’s classical musicians. They’re young, dressed-down and prefer Depeche Mode to, say, the church choir." – Dallas Observer

Neo Camerata has been described as "changing the future of chamber music" with a revolutionary combination of virtuoso musicians, riveting original music, and a piquant sense of humor – creating what critics have called a "genre busting," "technically impressive," "emotionally stirring," and "totally cool and amazing" experience. Since their debut performance in January 2004, the group has been going where no other classical group has ventured, performing their original new classical music on the same bill as pop acts like Bobby McFerrin, singer/song-writer Ben Jelen (whose 2004 effort on Maverick Records Give It All Away debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Heat-Seekers Chart), Rejane Magloire (Technotronic) and in places like New York’s Cutting Room, the Cannes Film Festival and Sir Elton John’s Vienna Life Ball. All of the music on this album was composed by the group’s founder and violist, Mark Landson. His music is at once very emotional and intelligent, and has been self-described as "a journey of mind and emotion". This unique album appeals to a broad spectrum of classical listeners as well as those on the periphery of classical music. It is the first album of truly classical music that can be considered classical-crossover. "Determined to provide an alternative to what he calls the ‘museum attitude’ in classical music, Landson set out to write a different kind of classical music that appeals to more people... Landson combines ageless techniques of the classical genre – development of thematic material and structural cohesion, for example – with a distinctly contemporary edge. But not contemporary as in Elliott Carter or John Adams...’It’s a lot more pop- or rock-oriented,’ Landson says." – Baltimore Sun

Travels, Music, John Landefeld, Mark Landson, Neo Camerata, Jeanne Schumann, Mark Landson, Jane Hunt, Vesselin Demrev, Chamber, Chamber Music, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical, Classical Artists

People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
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CLASSIC

The best hip hop album by a group!!!!!

A Tribe Essential (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars)

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One of the best albums of 1990

People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest
Manufacturer: Jive
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Reachin' (A New Refutation of Time and Space)

ASIN: B0000004WA
Release Date: 1990-03-12

Tracks:

Push It Along
Luck Of Lucien
After Hours
Footprints
I Left My Wallet In El Segundo
Public Enemy
Bonita Applebum
Can I Kick It?
Youthful Expression
Rhythm (Devoted To The Art Of Moving Butts)
Mr. Muhammad
Ham 'N' Eggs
Go Ahead In The Rain
Description Of A Fool

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People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm is, quite simply, one of the finest albums in hip-hop. It's easy to argue that A Tribe Called Quest reached their zenith on this, their debut album: though they went on to produce another world-class disc (The Low End Theory) and broadened their palates and their consciousness, never again were they quite this naturally free and easy. Q-Tip and Phife's delivery is deceptively simple, flowing like wine and tasting like candy, and Jairobi adds some contrast. The music, so self-assured that it never raises its voice to make a spectacle, follows suit. Four albums later, on their last tour, songs from Paths of Rhythm still were at the top of the set list. --Randy Silver

Customer Reviews:

CLASSIC.......2007-04-18

I REMEBER MY LIL CUZN LET ME BORROW THIS TAPE,I HAD IT FOR A MINUTE AN HAD NO INTENTIONS OF GIVIN IT BACC.
HE SAW IT IN MY BAG AN TOOK IT BACC,BUT IT'S COOL CUZ I GOT A FRESH NEW CD NOW.

The best hip hop album by a group!!!!!.......2007-01-26

I can honestly say that when I first heard A tribe Called Quest, I was very young. (I was eight years old when their debut album came out, I am now 24). Their feel good lyrics, and interesting videos made me a fan, a lifelong fan. I especially like Bonita Applebum. Although I was too young to understand what that song means, I do now. There should be more groups like A Tribe Called Quest. They also need their induction in VH1 Hip Hop Honors. Positive rap needs to be celebrated.

A Tribe Essential (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars).......2007-01-12

This right here was the beginning of the phenomonal group A Tribe Called Quest. Their 1990 debut "People's Instinctive Travels And The Paths Of Rhythm", a 5 mic classic from The Source (back when those things were accurate). And with this album, you have no option but to love this music, as the chemistry between Q-Tip, Phife, Ali, and Jarobi. Lyrically, no one could touch these guys, especially Tip who rhymes on the majority of this album. A lot of these songs were just fun to listen to, like their big hits "I Left My Wallet In El Segundo", and "Bonita Applebum". A few party tracks on this album (going by 1990 standards) like "Ham & Eggs" and "Can I Kick It?" (wonderful song). Production was good too, with a little taste of jazzy flavor that anyone could enjoy.

As for anything bad, I doubt there are any. A personal gripe is that I didn't like the way "Description Of A Fool" closed out the album, but that just my preference. It's still a good song though.

What else can be said? If anyone told you this was an awesome CD, you heard correct. This is the kind of hip hop music that makes me remenise when it was all about having fun and not the way it is here in 2007. If you're looking for an essential hip hop album, I recommend this to you as well as their next two albums. Heck, all the Tribe albums range from good to classic status (even "The Love Movement"), and all should be heard.

Lyrics: A+
Production: A+
Guest Appearances: N/A
Musical Vibes: A+

Favorite Tracks: All Are My Favorites and should be heard

Peace!

They Major.......2006-08-05

On this onje come on now stop it, this is one of the nastiest jazz-rap or hip hop cds I've ever heard, I mean have ya'll listened to this every song is gold, this record I spin just about everyday it's that nice, it's way nicer then 85% of the stuff that comes out these days.

One of the best albums of 1990.......2006-05-07

One of the best albums of 1990, "People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm" is the Tribe's most under-appreciated and over-shadowed album to date. When you think of classic ATCQ, you think "Low End Theory" and "Midnight Marauders", but what about the debut that got them started? Although the classics like "bonita applebum" and "can I kick it" are still getting recognition 16 years later, the other tracks on the album are pretty much left in the dark to be slept on & ignored. For me, this album is equal in brilliance to "Low End Theory" and "Midnight Marauders", and considering this is 1990, it is as fresh as anything they have ever done! Ali Shaheed Muhammad comes 100% correct for their debut, producing straight classics ensuring a strong foundation for Q Tip & Phife Dawg to work with. Yes, and you can bet that both MC's hit you with the non-stop hypnotizing, conscious & creative lyrics throughout. Personally, the only track that does not have as much replay value as the rest is "Ham & Eggs", but then again the concept of this song isn't meant to be dead serious so it's down to taste. Now, if you are a fan of the tribe/early 90's hiphop/Jazzy & Conscious Hiphop then this is for you. Cop this asap! You NEED it. PEACE!

>>>BEST TRACKS, in my opinion, are; Push it along (Pure excellence), Luck of Lucien, Footprints, Can I Kick It & Youthful expression < <<

Lyrics - 10/10
Beats - 10/10
Originality - 9.5/10
Replay Value - 9/10

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The Jaw-Droppingest of Jaw-Dropping "Jazz" Tunes
An unforgettable CD
This is America...This is the Best
Time Capsule of Metheny's Finest Hour
original album owner

Travels
Pat Metheny Group
Manufacturer: Ecm
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As Falls Wichita, So Falls Wichita Falls
First Circle
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Watercolors

ASIN: B0000262UV
Release Date: 1994-05-10

Tracks:

Are You Going With Me?
Fields, The Sky, The
Goodbye
Phase Dance
Straight On Red
Farmer's Trust

Tracks:

Extradition
Goin' Ahead / As Falls Wichita, So Falls Wichita Falls
Travels
Song For Bilbao
San Lorenzo

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This two-CD set was recorded live during several 1982 concerts, covering music that grew out of the studio recordings As Falls Wichita, So Falls Wichita Falls and Offramp. At this stage, the Pat Metheny Group was a quintet with longtime partners Lyle Mays on piano, organ, and synthesizers; Dan Gottlieb on drums; Steve Rodby on bass; and Nana Vasconcelos, contributing a distinctive Brazilian element, on percussion and voice. Touring constantly, the group successfully balanced their increasingly electronic sound and spontaneity with Vasconcelos's rhythmic ingenuity, which clearly acted as stimulus to Metheny's consistently inventive guitar work. It's a fitting commemoration of the tremendous success that the Metheny Group had begun to enjoy, both a travelogue of their concert venues and an in-depth look at their diverse material. --Stuart Broomer

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The Jaw-Droppingest of Jaw-Dropping "Jazz" Tunes.......2006-09-01

There are many tracks and solos in modern jazz that leave one bewildered that a musician can create such incredible, powerful, mind-boggling music. Two that come to mind are Kenny Garrett's wild saxophone solo at the end of "Human Nature" on Miles Davis' "Live Around the World" - the first time I heard that one I was stopped in my tracks and listened in absolute awe - and "Are You Going With Me" on Pat Metheny Group's "Travels". Long before I heard "Live Around the World", I was a 16 year old interested in jazz who borrowed "Travels" from the local public library. From the initial downbeat to start AYGWM, I was hooked. This orgiastic track is one for the ages - a subtle but so powerful build up to Metheny's wrenching guitar synth solo. I could listen to that track time and time again with renewed astonishment each time. To say that the album only gets better from there would be unfair, since AYGWM can be equaled but not surpassed. "Goin' Ahead", "As Falls Wichita", "San Lorenzo" and "Phase Dance" are some other tracks to highlight, but any fan of music simply cannot be disappointed by this album. From a listener who has listened to a vast array of music from the entire 20th century, as well as a fair amount of classical music, I can say that "Travels" has to be among the greatest works of all time. Try it and let yourself become hooked on a virtuoso who with time (say 150 years) will be seen as the great classical composers are seen today. AYGWM alone ought to absolutely blow any serious music fan away.

An unforgettable CD.......2006-03-15

A boyfriend introduced me to this work of Pat Metheny back in 1988. I still play it regulalry, it is that good. Pat's guitar literally sings like a human being here, the skill and Soul in this album are just beyond the beyond. It left me speachless the first time I heard it and it leaves me speachless still. This is the kind of music that makes one appreciate the role of a musician in society: inspirational, moving, this music ingites the emotions and inflames the Spirit. Awesome stuff, even after all these years.

This is America...This is the Best.......2006-03-04

I'm such a lover of the Pat Metheny Group, it's amazing that I haven't proposed marriage to them yet. After listening to most of their albums, I've had the privilege to realize that they are one of, if not THE most, versatile, creative, exciting, accessible, experimental, challenging, and all-around best bands in the last two decades. However, I started to get a little tired with the same amazing textures, supple synths, rhapsodic improvs, air-tight technique, and sophisticated polyphonies that have characterized the last three of their albums. "The Way Up" was an amazing achievement, but I wanted to get back to their roots, how they've grown as a band, and why people dug their stuff. The PMG of the early '80s had a much grittier sound than today, but their combination of youthful charm and musical maturity was endearing, as evidenced on albums like "American Garage" and "Offramp". As with all great bands, the PMG kept climbing higher and higher as those ethereal said albums were labeled classics. After "Offramp", it seemed things couldn't get any better, but boy, did they ever, as the Pat Metheny Group scraped the sky with the unlikeliest of all things: a road trip.

"Travels" not only captures the brilliance of the band's songcraft and musicianship, it captures the illuminating spirit of their true home: live performances. They get the ball rolling no problem with a predictably incredible but nonetheless intoxicating rendition of "Are You Going With Me?", foreshadowing that song as a concert favorite. Of course, a lot of great covers are here, from the torrid "Goin Ahead-AFWSFWF" to a non-nonchalant "Phase Dance" (I prefer this one over the original), but it's the concert originals that are worth noting. I've never heard so many different styles of music all rolled into one with "The Fields, the Sky". Strumming folk, complex Latin percussion, roots rock, and of course, jazz, fit together like all the best sweets in one cookie. It does sound a little bit like a remixed "Ozark" from the Metheny-Mays duet "AFWSFWF", but it doesn't matter. You're so caught up in the beauty of it all that you refuse to draw any comparison, that is, until you're done listening. "Goodbye" is a bittersweet ballad in the spirit of "Mas Alla", which it obviously influenced, and it sometimes makes me wonder why percussionist/vocalist Nana Vasconcelos ever left the band in the first place. His idiosyncratic, almost Egyptian/calypso voice is a departure from Pedro Aznar and might make you feel awkward at first, but weirdness has beauty, too.

Speaking of which, the Brazilian stuff transitioned quite well from "Offramp" to this, as I found myself dancing about like a raving lunatic at the spectacular "Straight on Red". Lyle gives a solo for the ages on that one, as do Dan Gottlieb and Nana. Eat your hearts out, American high school marching bands! "Farmer's Trust" ends the first disc on a high note, as the chirping bird effect basically states, "Yes, guys. We know you're awesome."

One of the things I love most about this album is its ability to appeal to just about everyone, like the rockers with "Extradition". Pat's use of the synth guitar at this point was still relatively new, but he used to a more constructive effect back in the day, rather than today. Today, he solos on an electric guitar, has a little transition, then busts out with a synth guitar solo. Here, if he uses it, he uses it for the entire song, which is refreshing to me. The title track is an amazingly beautiful folkie ballad, and the torrid Brazilian cha-cha-cha "Song For Bilbao" just wrecks the joint. This was my first full exposure to the fan favorite "San Lorenzo", but I have heard bits and pieces of the original. I didn't hear many differences, and Lyle's piano solo dwindles a bit at the beginning, but gradually gathers steam. The transition from the opening melodies to the grooving "Red Baron"-sounding bassline will have you clicking your heels in blissful excitement. It definitely deserves to be called one of PMG's best. Oh, and the crowd...the crowd...wouldn't I have loved to be a part of that.

All in all, this one of PMG's classic albums, which is definitely saying something, and is a fitting farewell to drummer Dan Gottlieb and Nana. For all y'all newcomers, get this and "The Road to You". You'll be turned on just like I was. Thank you, PMG, for making music for the world.

n3ur010g1c gives PMG's "Travels" a 10...out of 10.

Time Capsule of Metheny's Finest Hour.......2005-12-19

Pat Metheny has had a long and celebrated career, and continues to dazzle into the new millennium. For myself, and for many, however, Metheny reached his apogee of genius in the early 80's, when a string of remarkable albums ("First Circle, "80-81", "As Falls Wichita, So Falls Wichita Falls", "Offramp"), found him at the peak of his powers and creativity, and surrounded by collaborators in similar fettle. "Travels" splendidly captures this magical time, and stands as one of the finest live recordings of the past 25 years. So many things make this a masterpiece, the fresh interptretation of material, the utter joy and peerless skill of the musicians, the varied palette of mood and meter; let's just start with the beginning. "Are You Going With Me?" is the opener, and as fine as the rendition on "Offramp" is, this is better; the version on "Travels" is transcendant. Its insinuating bossa nova beat seduces you from the first and the deft interplay between synclavier, keyboard and percussion is hypnotic and sensual; it is one of the most erotic pieces of music I've ever heard. The quicksilver americana of "The Sky. The Fields" reveal some of Metheny's most meticulously soaring guitar runs; his finger speed is astonishing, and is something he's rarely recognized for. There are also fine renditions of "Phase Dance" and "Straight On Red" from the Grammy winning "Offramp", and another eerily beautiful prairie tune "Farmer's Trust", that yearns with wistful melancholy. In a similar vein is the title track, with its spare arrangement and lush guitar conveying a gentle road-weariness, The live version of "As Falls Wichita..." is started with "Goin' Ahead" and is an ambitious success, remaining true to the original while adding small touches like wordless vocalization. "Song For Bilbao" and "San Lorenzo" finish things up with energy and virtuosity, and with an abundance of pure joy. One is left wanting more, but very grateful that this testimony to a very special group of musicians at their best exists.

original album owner.......2005-06-27

Having followed the group since its inception and owning all of Pats album on vinyl when they came out new and then when they switched to compact disc, this is truly as good as todays new material. In particular a favorite of mine is THE FIELDS, THE SKY, which is a very good representation of how far ahead of their time they were.I had just enjoyed the previous album OFFRAMP and this was an amazing follow-up which made me over the years look forward to the next and the next and the next. I even met Steve Rodby at the old Cleveland AGORA nightclub before the group had been recognized for what they were and are an,incredible phenomenon. This fan has found himself yelling during applause after a cut at a concert THE FIELDS, THE
SKY!! to no availe.The only cut they play today from this albun is SONG FOR BILBAO. I would love to hear the former cut in concert and would love even more to see this album/cd on a dvd.
I highly recommend this to any Pat Metheny group fan or anyone who loves jazz-fusion.
James

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Seven out of 5 stars
another great album from the mic poet
artist change style...
not the best, but still a good listen
I won't bad mouth this album, but

Seven's Travels
Atmosphere
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Headshots: Se7en

ASIN: B0000BWVOL
Release Date: 2003-09-23

Tracks:

History
Trying To Find A Balance
Bird Sings Why The Caged I Know
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Gotta Lotta Walls
The Keys To Life vs. 15 Minutes Of Fame
Apple
Suicidegirls
Jason
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National Disgrace
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As point man for the Minneapolis-based Rhymesayers crew, Atmosphere MC Slug put heartland hip-hop on the map. Likewise, he's always written from the heart, and Seven's Travels--the fourth Atmosphere full-length, and first released under a licensing agreement with the venerable punk imprint Epitaph--finds that agenda unchanged. Though familiar antagonist Lucy Ford appears only once, these tracks are packed with passionate meditations on typical topics, pitting confidence against recrimination, parenthood against partying, joy against anger, love against sex. And while Slug spills his guts in the spotlight, the stage isn't his alone; from the neck-snapping beats of "Trying to Find A Balance" to the cartoonish suspense theme of "Gotta Lotta Walls" and the naked acoustic guitar behind "Always Coming Back Home to You," Seven's Travels features some of Ant's most adventurous and assured production, plus contributions from Mr. Dibbs and Brother Ali, whose scorched-earth verses drive "Cats Van Bags." --Anders Smith Lindall

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Atmosphere is the biggest selling group in the underground rap scene with their cerebral yet down-to-earth sound. Other artists in this genre include Sage Francis, Aesop Rock, Living Legends, El-P, Mr. Lif, Busdriver and Aceyalone. 19 tracks. Parental Advisory/Explicit Content. Epitaph. 2003.

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Seven out of 5 stars.......2007-03-15

This was my first Atmosphere album. I stumbled upon it while at Best Buy looking for CDs. I saw it everytime I went. I said, "Fine, I'll take a chance on you". "You better be worth it". And.. it was. As I sat there on my couch listening to it.. I thought.. Damn.. He's (They are) pretty good. Been hooked since. I own them all now. If you want to listen to real Hip Hop that doesn't involve guns, rims, boasting & crack.. then this is a great album for you. Nothing flashy, just his outlook on life. Try something different.. you'll like it.

another great album from the mic poet.......2006-05-07

slug is one of the best rappers ive ever heard. he tears up every track hes on. he really makes you get into the music, its a talent he has. hes a lyrical genius no doubt. this album is one of my favorites. all the songs are great from start to finish. buy this album if you are an atmosphere fan or are a fan of true hip hop. give it a chance, you wont be dissappointed.

artist change style..........2005-12-08

artist change styles , people change opinions, music transforms ...if think this is a sell out album and that atmosphere sucks now you are saddly mistakin . i loved hip hop since the first time i heard krs-1 in middle school way before sevens travel and even loved atmospere before this album but but this by far, irepeat by far is thier best work as artist not mc trying to impress underground emo-rap fans the keep thier personal style yet perfect it into music listenable by any one. sell out????no its "papapa perfection" every song is themed and sticks to the topic but there is no topic untouched. its a party song and a sad song and an angry song and a poetic song and serios song and a love song and notice they are all songs not just random verses with choruses. to reviewer who calls out all the back packers and band wagoners you made a hippocrit of your self you say you dont like mainstream but then ridicule others for the same idea. what ever this album is amazing articulate head bobbing sing along emoitonal music one of the best ever and as i said in another review i own over 500 albums and 300 tapes

not the best, but still a good listen.......2005-10-26

I got into Atmosphere with the "God Loves Ugly" album, and then got hooked on their eariler stuff. "Seven's Travels" is not as good as those. While I really LOVE some of the songs, the rest are hard to listen to. I definitely can't listen to the CD straight through. If you're a fan of Atmosphere, check it out. If not, check some some early stuff first.

I won't bad mouth this album, but.......2005-10-11

if you want to hear Slug's best work, you should pick up the Dynospectrum album (Gene Pool raps his a$$ off as well) and Overcast. God Love's Ugly has some ill tracks (i.e. Give Me and Shrapnel). Seven's Travels is 50 % buttcrack (I mean, half-a$$).

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Somewhat Shallow Fun
Carbon-Copies Album
rockin Graham
Solid and very good...but not as good as the previous one....
good

Love Travels at Illegal Speeds
Graham Coxon
Manufacturer: Parlophone
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ASIN: B000CBVMHW
Release Date: 2006-11-14

Tracks:

Standing On My Own Again
I Can't Look at Your Skin
Don't Let Your Man Know
Just a State of Mind
You & I
Gimme Some Love
I Don't Wanna Go Out
Don't Believe Anything I Say
Tell It Like It Is
Flights to the Sea (Lovely Rain)
What's He Got?
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UK pressing. Love Travels At Illegal Speeds is the fifth solo album by former Blur guitarist Graham Coxon. A concept album about love, this release contains some of Coxon's most personal songs to date, and is the follow up to his successful 2004 album Happiness In Magazines. Features the single 'Standing On My Own Again'. Transcopic. 2006.

Album Details

2006 Release of the Sixth Solo Album by the Former Blur Guitarist. Coxon's 2004 Album, "Happiness in Magazines", Precipitated Him Reaching a Higher Level of Public Awareness, Capped off by the Award of Best Solo Male Artist at the 2005 Nme Music Awards. Per Contactmusic.com, "This is a Great Album and a Great Addition to Anyone's Music Collection. There Seems to Be a Bit of Everything on this Album and I Just Can't Get Enough of It. This is Without a Doubt a Must for all Blur Fans and for all Indie Music Fans."

Customer Reviews:

Somewhat Shallow Fun.......2007-06-01

I'll start by saying that I am not more than an extremely casual fan of Blur. I don't own any of their records and have never been impressed or dissatisfied with anything I've heard by them.

On the other hand, this album has got something that captures my interest. I find myself listening to it at least once per week. I can't say exactly why. The lyrics are simple, the music is very predictable at times, and under most circumstances I'd consider something of this ilk to be overproduced. Despite all of this though, it works. It's upbeat and positive without being sugary, and the choruses are all devilishly catchy without being repetitive (for the most part). The track "You & I" never fails to put me in a good mood.

I must admit the overall "Britishness" of it is also charming to a yank like myself. Much of this album would probably be down right annoying from an American band.

In conclusion, even if you aren't a fan of Blur, you may find something here worth a listen.

Carbon-Copies Album.......2007-01-28

There are a few quality songs on "Love Travels at Illegal Speeds" but overall I was quite disappointed by the album.

Where most artists tend to expand upon their sound, broaden their scope, and improve upon the originality of their songwriting, Graham Coxon appears to be going backwards. I wasn't exactly sure what the point of this album was, as the majority of the songs are merely carbon-copies of other artists' styles and genres; if I want to hear the Sex Pistols I will buy one of their cds, or the same thing for The Beatles.

After hearing the originality and quality of Coxon's previous work from "You're So Great", "Coffee & T.V.", "Bitter Tears", or "Escape Song" it was quite a let-down to hear such uninspiring and basic music on his latest work.

This is not all bad news however; perhaps Mr. Coxon is running out of ideas and may have all the more reason to rejoin Blur so they can put out their best work yet.

rockin Graham.......2006-12-14

Finally got this and boy was I missing a FANTASTIC album!!! This is how a great rock album should be great songs with great hooks! To bad BLUR was not this good!

Solid and very good...but not as good as the previous one...........2006-11-21

....Love Travels at Illegal Speeds is Graham Coxon's (guitarist extrodinaire, formerly of Blur) 6th solo album. Following in the vein of his previous album, the nearly perfect Happiness in Magazines, it's full of melodic power pop and rock songs (ironic considering his first 3 albums are all lo-fi do-it-yourself affairs and he left Blur supposedly to avoid playing music like THIS!). This album, full of what Graham calls "songs about love" from every angle, while not as good as Magazine, is still very, very good.

It starts off with Standing On My Own Again, a rockin' opener. The best songs on the album also happen to be the ones constructed best and with memorable hooks: Standing On My Own, What's He Got?, You and I, Don't Believe Anything I Say. All the songs are good in their own way, although Graham does use a Cockney accent he has never displayed on previous albums that can get slightly whiny-sounding.

Graham plays everything on this album except for keyboards and horns, and he does a great job....he's a solid drummer, a good bass player, and as has been well known, one of the greatest British guitarists of his generation, although it's much more subtle on his solo albums than it was in Blur.

Overall, a great, solid album, not as good as Magazines (or even Kiss of Morning, at that) but still a worthy addition to his solo catalog. Now if only those rumours of Graham returning to Blur to do one final album before they call it day (as reported in NME in November of 2006) turn out to be true.........

good.......2006-03-31

If you are a Blur or Graham Coxon fan, then this is a must buy. Two songs on this CD really stand out for me: "You and I" and "Gimmie Some Love." Graham has made a good rock album, and he sings like he's having a blast, which is refreshing. However, many of the songs just don't seem as unique or quirky as the songs on Happiness in Magazines or his other albums. All in all a very enjoyable album and better than 94.7% of the new music out there today.

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An entrancing aural trip
A good South Asian beats compilation...
Decent, but not mind-blowing
Asian Travels I Was Better -- In my opinion

Asian Travels 2: Six Degrees Collection
Various Artists
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ASIN: B000065T1Y
Release Date: 2002-05-14

Tracks:

Karsh Kale - Distance (Banco de Gaia Remix)
Outside - Red Earth
Govinda - Slow Devotion
MIDIval PunditZ - Aaja re'
Makyo - Devadesi (Mantra Mix)
Banco de Gaia - How Much Reality Can You Take? (Radio Mix)
Karsh Kale - Deepest Blue (KK's Deepest Brooklyn Mix)
Jairamji - Swaragami
Bob Holroyd - Adrift in Kerala
dj Cheb i Sabbah - Tum bin Shyam

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This disc, dedicated to the late George Harrison, is the follow-up to the Six Degrees label's Asian Travels, and it picks up where that globe-embracing compilation left off, surveying the vibrant dance/DJ club scenes of London, New Delhi, Tokyo, and New York. The music is a bouncy blend of ambient, trip-hop, electro-bhangra moods, and grooves from India and Pakistan. The Western DJ's, such as Banco de Gaia (Toby Marks) and Bob Holroyd, show off their curry-flavored beats on the tantric house tones of "How Much Reality Can You Take? (Radio Mix)" and the sensual, midtempo "Adrift in Kerala." But the subcontinental swing on MIDIval PunditZ's trance-dance track "Aaja Re," DJ Cheb i Sabbah's "Tum bin Shyam," and Makyo's "Devadesi (Mantra Mix)" make them the best sonic chefs of this moody and moving musical masala. That said, Karsh Kale's "Deepest Blue (K.K. Brooklyn Mix)" is the killer cut, with a head-bobbing beat that spans from Brixton to Bed-Stuy. --Eugene Holley, Jr.

Album Description

What the critics said about the first Asian Travels:

"As diverse as the South Asian diaspora itself, the cuts on Asian Travels run the gamut from body shaking club hits...to beautifully serene soundscapes."-Blue Magazine

"A conscious raising collection of tunes that fully explores the past, present and future of this ever evolving scene...guaranteed to stir your soul with its melodies and trance-inducing rhythms."-CMJ

"Relentlessly infectious...a seamless, varied tapestry that ranges from frosty atmospherics to driving house."-Gear

Customer Reviews:

An entrancing aural trip.......2004-11-28

With a title of "Asian Travels," I was expecting the music to represent traditions from across Asia, but instead it focuses on South Asian music. That's okay, I love Indian music, but I was hoping for some examples from East Asia too.

Most of the album is more like background music than foreground music, an aural wallpaper that is entrancing. A few of the songs drag on a bit too much-the last three tracks plus the one by Makyo-but the majority are interesting beginning to end.

There are two especially notable highlights. The album opens with a Banco de Gaia remix of Karsh Kale's "Distance." If only the whole album were this fabulous! The song has a fast-moving, light and airy feel to it with a kind of pan-Asian sound.

The high point of the album is Banco de Gaia's "How Much Reality Can You Take?" Unlike the calm, slow pace of most of the album, this instrumental track jams with sitars up front. Totally cool!

I got this album in 2003 and have listened to it a lot, both last year and this year. Of the albums I acquired in 2003, this ranks among my top 15% favorites. It has an enchanting sound that brings pleasure to the ears and relaxation to the soul.

A good South Asian beats compilation..........2003-12-04

I highly enjoyed this cd... I do prefer AT1 - but don't pass this one up... My favorite tracks was Karsh Kale - Distance (Banco de Gaia Remix) and Banco de Gaia - How Much Reality Can You Take? Though imho there's not a bad track on it... and it is a good mix from begin to end... and if you're a nu world dj - get it... Amor y Paz - DJ Dakini NYC

Decent, but not mind-blowing.......2002-06-13

Asian Travels 2 is a collection of mostly downbeat ethno-techno music. Generally speaking, it's more appropriate for background music than for intense listening. This is today's equivalent of the exotica movement of the 1960s, and its stars include Talvin Singh (not present on this album), Karsh Kale, and DJ Cheb i Sabbah.

The focus of Asian Travels 2 is on Asian countries like India and Pakistan rather than China or Japan. Techno crosses over into the realm of qawwali and bhangra to produce a complex album that is pleasant and nonobtrusive. Tablas and sitars meld seamlessly with drum and bass rhythms.

Standout tracks include "Red Earth" by Outside (melancholy but hopeful breakbeat), "Aaja Re" by MIDival PunditZ (featuring the gorgeous voice of Bollywood star Lata Mangeshkar), and Karsh Kales's "Deepest Blue (KK's Deepest Brooklyn Mix)" which reminds me a little bit of a slightly hiphop-tinged Passion-era Peter Gabriel.

The album finishes up with some ambient tracks courtesy of Bob Holroyd (reminiscent of 808 State's "Bird") and DJ Cheb i Sabbah (extremely organic).

Asian Travels I Was Better -- In my opinion.......2002-05-15

This cd seems more repetative. Not as upbeat or diverse as the first one.

Tracks:

Intro
Bump Yo Speakers
No Idea
Grow Room
Whoop! Whoop!
Get Money
New World Order
Bad Newz Travels Fast
Ebonics
Get Out
Who Cares
MC's Must Come Down
Nowhere 2 Hide
You Ain't Sh*t
Gangsta Vocabulary

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Welcome To The World Of Funk.......2007-07-18

DJ Pooh gets some LA and Long Beach rappers together and spins some cuts and drops some beats for them to rap over in 1997. For the most part, the beats are phat, and many are unlike any I have heard before. I do not like every beat, but some are simply irresistible. The rappers are cool, but Pooh steals the show. His style is deep groove G-Funk with his own individual style. My fav here is "Bump Yo Speakers;" the beat slaps with that LA lowrider funk with Threat's verses gettin you in the mood to sit sideways in a lac I love Charlie Wilson (of Gap Band fame) steppin in to deliver a brief but crazy hook vocal simply stating "bump bump bump bump" with his throaty voice. Kam busts on mark MC's in "Whoop Whoop" with an old school sample; his flows kill. T-Lee busts some flows on the title track where Pooh drops some straight syrupy and twangy sauce. This cat can scratch! Many joints have cuts scratched with absolute precision. My favorite thing, you can see, is the beats on the album. Mista Grimm also takes his turn buckin' down bustas in the whippy funk of "MC's Must Come Down" with some dope background horns. Pooh creates a more laidback atmosphere while Kam drops some more knowledge on "Who Cares" with an Marvin Gaye interpolation in the hook. A scorcher oldschool meets G-Funk era joint is Threat's 4th outta 5 appearances on the bouncy Nowhere 2 Hide. The beat is crazy awesome. I am not too crazy about the beat and lyrics on "No Idea," but Roger Troutman's talkbox and Shirley Murdock's lovely hook vocals are redeeming qualities here! Overall, Pooh and his guests drop a nice G-Funk party jam while droppin some knowledge here and there. Riders, get ya whips juiced, and blast this one on 3 wheel motion!

FUNKY MUSIC.......2004-04-19

This compilation is produced entirely by d.j. pooh. Funky beats!
Tight rhymes from Mista Grimm who has a few solo tracks on the album. Also features rhymes by Threat

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A Landmark Compilation
Nu World DJ's and Music fans pick this up...
More great sounds from 6 degrees
One Heckuva CD

Latin Travels: Six Degrees Collection
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Six Degrees
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Six Degrees 100

ASIN: B00004Y6GW
Release Date: 2000-09-12

Tracks:

Royal Rumba (Fila Brazilia Mix) - Robin Jones
Supertropical - Senor Coconut
Viva La Revolution! - Garry Hughes
Soul Salsa Soul - St. Germain
Watch Them Come (Jazznova Remix) - Men From the Nile
Voce Gosta (Restless Soul Peak Mix) - Suba
Drumming Up A Storm - Bob Holyroyd
Future Tropic - Mystik
Brazilectro (DJ Git Hyper Mix) - Zuco 103
3 Blue Eye Beat Banging Soul - Terminal 3

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A Landmark Compilation.......2006-08-28

Has it really been six years now since this CD came out? It is still a staple in my playlist. Latin Travels was one of the compilations in the "Travel Series" that put Six Degree Records on the map. It awakened anyone who was paying attention to the tremendous possibilities of Latin fusion. This lively collection of tunes seems even more relevant today as the rest of the music world starts to catch up to where these artists were six years ago. Brazil is the country most represented on the CD but artists from around Latin America and even beyond are also here. What unites all the tracks is the musical exuberance that fills so much music from this region. There isn't a bad song here. Pick up this CD to experience some of the roots of the World Fusion revolution and expand your musical horizons.

Nu World DJ's and Music fans pick this up..........2004-01-09

Nu World DJ's and Music fans pick this up... This is an excellent Nu Latin music compilation from 6 degrees... I was introduced to a slew of Nu Latin music artists putting out nu beatz and soundz that mix traditional with nu - and most likely you will be too... - DJ Dakini-NYC

More great sounds from 6 degrees.......2003-11-09

I haven't met a CD from this label yet that wasn't outstanding, but this one blows me away! St Germain, Zuco 103, Bob Holroyd, each and every cut is worth the price. I'm anxiously awaiting the next "Latin Travels"...and "Arab Travels" and the "Traveler" series... and...

One Heckuva CD.......2001-05-12

I found "Latin Travels" at the music section of Borders one day, and, after listening to the very first song, "Royal Rumba", I was hooked. I remembered the first CD from Six Degrees Records that I bought("Suba: Sao Paulo Confessions"), and knew that this new CD was special. The music is absolutely stunning; the best of the sounds of Cuba, Africa, and Brazil. It's just paradise. As "Suba" is a soothing experience, "Latin Travels" is a blow-your-mind-away potpourri of danceable mixes. The banging of the drums, mixed with the all-too-familiar sounds of the digital age, electronica, can brighten up any party, living room, period of relaxation...you name it. This is a recommend for anyone who enjoys listening to international dance music with a twist and a beat. I've played this CD to my friends, and parents, and they, too, agree that "Latin Travels" is one heckuva CD.

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Cantus has done it again!
Wonderful

...Against the Dying of the Light

Manufacturer: Cantus (Collegium)
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ASIN: B00007HIBV
Release Date: 2002-11-01

Tracks:

Jean Sibelius: Hymnus (Natus in Curas) op. 21
Pablo Casals: O Vos Omnes
Carl Orff: Sunt Lacrimae Rerum
Veljo Tormis: Varjele, Jumala, Soasta
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Kenneth Jennings: Two Laments on Dylan Thomas
Leevi Madetoja: De Profundis, op. 56
Randall Thompson: Alleluia
Claude Debussy: Invocation
Samuel Barber: Heaven, Haven (A Nun Takes the Veil) op. 13, No. 1

Album Description

This new disc takes the listener on a journey from the depths of despair to the pinnacles of joy, featuring rarely heard virtuoso works for male choir by Carl Orff, Jean Sibelius, Samuel Barber, Josquin Des Pres and Claude Debussy. The newly commissioned "Two Laments on Dylan Thomas" by Kenneth Jennings, Schubert's haunting "Grab und Mond" and Randall Thompson's "Alleluia" are saturated with Cantus' emotionally-charged singing. This disc is a 24-bit high resolution recording and comes in a sumptuous sleeve, with a beautifully presented 34 page booklet.

Customer Reviews:

Cantus has done it again!.......2003-12-07

Cantus has done it again with ...Against the Dying of the Light. This CD although much more secular and sacred, still demonstrates the power of music through singing. This album takes the listener back to some the very roots of choral music with compositions dating back to fifteenth century. Cantus brings out all despair and joy of the texts in ...Against the Dying of the Light. Although most of the pieces are sung in Latin, a story of greif and sarrow to consolation and joy is clearly told. All avid choral singers must have this CD. The "Two Laments on Dylan Thomas" are simply profound. You will not be dissapointed with this CD. This male choral group is second to none!

Wonderful.......2002-12-31

As a vocalist with a love for male a cappella, Cantus has struck my fancy in numerous ways. This album is a WONDERFUL example of their artistry. Their rendition of Randall Thompson's Alleluia is stunning, as are all of the other tracks. Truly worth the purchase.

Arabian Travels: A Six Degrees Collection

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Wonderful Arabic/House Music
I love this cd
Groovy arabian beats
Worth getting but could've been much better
What I wanted!

Arabian Travels: A Six Degrees Collection
Various Artists
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ASIN: B00005O7OT
Release Date: 2001-09-18

Tracks:

Kamtarie - Fifth Sun
Sakarya - Banco De Gaia
Just You & I - dZihan & Kamien
Indus Railway - Karsh Kale
Ya Rayah - Dahmane El Harrachi
Blue Turban - Arabic Breakbeats
Telephone Arab - Dissidenten
Sabura - Ekova
Sema - Acid Queen
1001 Dreams - Euphoria

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The latest installment in the Six Degrees globe-trotting travel compilation series--which also includes Latin Travels, Asian Travels, and the recent African Travels--Arabian Travels delivers 10 essential tracks that fuse the best of contemporary dance music with traditional North African and Middle Eastern music. A mix of danced- and tranced-up tracks by both native-born musicians and those that travel via studio (mostly Europeans), this disc offers nothing but highlights.

Global groove pioneers Banco de Gaia showcase the previously unreleased "Sakarya," a fabulously unfolding groove set against a wailing Islamic vocal track and other ghostly voices. The Austrian duo dZihan & Kamien contribute the bass-heavy "Just You & I," with rock-steady beats trumped by the shrill drone of a Middle Eastern orchestra. Arabic Breakbeats' churning "Blue Turban" blends a high-flying flute melody over funky bass, while the long-standing nomadic German trio Dissidenten's "Telephone Arab" (remixed by Shantel) is a shifting blend of percussion, processed voices, violin, and orchestra.

Other tracks by Acid Queen, Euphoria, Fifth Sun, Karsh Kale, Dahmane el Harrachi, and Ekova all help fill in the picture of an enormously complex and rich musical and cultural part of the world. From Turkey through Morocco, with stops in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and all parts in between, the 10 artists on Arabian Travels gracefully groove together, proving along the way that music overcomes all barriers. --Carl Hanni

Album Description

Middle, Near Eastern and North African musical vibes mixed with ambient, electronic and dance grooves. Featuring tracks and remixes from Banco de Gaia, Dahmane El Harrachi, Shantel, Karsh Kale, Ekova and others Arabian Travels explores the mesmerizing sounds of Arabian music and its influence on electronic, ambient and dance music. Drawing upon the international perspective of innovators like dZihan & Kamien, Arabic Breakbeats, Euphoria and Fifth Sun, Arabian Travels documents new sounds inspired by the Arabian Diaspora.

Customer Reviews:

Wonderful Arabic/House Music.......2006-11-25

I love this Cd- I love downtempo type music such as the Buddha Bar/Cafe Del Mar/Hotel Costes compilations. As a belly dancer I love arabic music with a downtempo twist, and this is it! If you like the Tantra Lounge CDs then you will really love this CD. The tempo is a faster and has somewhat more pronounced beats than the tantra lounge compilations. This CD is definitely dance worthy!!!

I love this cd.......2006-11-02

I love this cd. It is one of my top 10 favorites in world music. I slip this into my cd player and it stays there for weeks! I listen to hardcore music, goth and other world music. I highly recommend this cd.

Groovy arabian beats.......2005-10-05

I love the vocals in this album, and the drum beats in some of the songs are just heavenly. Banco De Gaia's #2 track is my favorite, but there are a number of other songs in this album that I never tire of. Play this in your party, and the dance floor will soon get crowded ...

Worth getting but could've been much better.......2005-09-18

Much like Stealth bombers blowing up their strategic civilian targets, these braindead techno beats destroy much classic Arabian tradition here. However about half of this collection is really spectacular and most dance worthy. My favorites are Katmarie, Ya Rayah, Telephone Arab, Sabura, and 1001 Dreams.This is well worth buying, you'll have to skip some tracks on the way but that's to be expected. Thumbs up here.

What I wanted!.......2005-06-08

Very good music... though when I first heard it expected it to be arabic-arabic, I have to admit that the second time was better, and it is better every time I hear it -especially Banco de Gaia and Ekova, who I know from my children.

One would assume that people my age (!) would not appreciate this sort of music, but I have to say that all the tracks have this techno kind of sound, gathered with traditional arabic tunes, and therefore, are the perfect mix between modern and traditional.

It has also given me the opportunity of listening to new sounds, which has inevitably made me open my mind -and ears- to new sounds, melodies and life!

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A worthy addition to your Genesis and related artist catalog
Wonderful!
A VERY good attempt at a Classical Transcription
Glorious Interpretations of Classic Genesis
Almost Better On Piano

Genesis for Two Grand Pianos
Yngve Guddal , Roger T. Matte , and Genesis
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ASIN: B00006IRKG
Release Date: 2002-11-05

Tracks:

The Fountain Of Salmacis
Mad Man Moon
Can-Utility And The Coastliners
One For The Vine
Down And Out
Duke's Travels
Evidence Of Autumn

Album Description

Seven Genesis' tracks arranged for piano by two Norwegian musicians, reminiscent of Stravinsky's work for two pianos. The cover artwork is by Paul Whitehead who did several early sleeves for Genesis albums. Camino. 2001.

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A worthy addition to your Genesis and related artist catalog.......2007-03-26

Don't be afraid to jump on this one! Unlike previous "symphonic" releases, this album stands up on it's own, and is an outstanding CD. This collection is well played and wonderfully arranged. I've listened to it almost everyday since buying it three weeks ago. A fresh look at some well-worn classic Genesis material.

Wonderful!.......2006-02-24

If you ever wondered why you're so fond of Genesis' music, you only have to listen once to these exquisite arrangements by Yngve Guddal and Roger T. Matte of some of the band's classic tracks. Beautiful songs, outstanding performances. Highly recommended, along with Guddal's and Matte's second collection in this series, "Genesis For Two Grand Pianos, Volume Two." A must for Genesis fans or anyone who enjoys great piano music.

A VERY good attempt at a Classical Transcription.......2006-02-23

I've been a long-time Genesis fan, and a classical music lover. The idea of having 2 pianos play these Genesis tunes is an attactive one, and these gentlemen have given it a nice shot. There are only 2 moderate complaints: The cd is a little short on time (they could have done another piece or two), and I wish they hadn't taken some of the rock rhythms so literally (on some of the melodies). To go this far in "classicalizing" Genesis, they could have taken these rock-stylized rhythms out--they sound borderline hokey. Fortunately, this doesn't happen too often. On the other hand, they did a wonderful job of capturing the essence of these compositions and covering the parts with four hands. Sometimes even the pianos seem to "rock".
Highly recommend!

Glorious Interpretations of Classic Genesis.......2006-02-17

It's hard to imagine how wonderful these albums are (this is the first of two volumes - the second is even better and hopefully there are more to come)

This is an album of piano duets of the music of the 70s progressive rock masters, Genesis. However, it is NOT a `tribute' album. 'Tribute' albums are often Velveeta-smothered cheeseballs, sometimes just plain old elevator music. Other times they're nothing more than limp attempts - with little or imagination - at marketing tools for aspiring prog bands.

But not the music of Guddal and Matte.

First, the music has all the passion of the original music, and then some. You can feel the love that Guddal and Matte have for the music of Genesis, and this passion is deeply infused into these recordings.

The concept of dual pianos is great, creating a synergy with different melody lines, and allowing for great flourishes and nuances. The whole is indeed greater than the sum of the parts.

Further, their arrangements truly reveal the brilliance and composing genius of Banks/Collins/Gabriel/Hackett/Rutherford. The uninitiated would swear they're listening to compositions by giants of classical music such as Gershwin or Debussy.

The song choices are not obvious, but rather interesting and daring. It's so wonderful to see underrated Genesis masterpieces like "Can-Utility and the Coastliners" and "Duke's Travels" receiving such superb renditions. "Down and Out" - another surprising choice - reveals the complexity and passion of this underrated composition.

Bravo to Mssrs. Guddal and Matte. Music lovers of all kinds are fortunate they've applied their considerable virtuosity to the great library of Genesis, and created wonderful, passionate, timeless interpretations of compositions that have stood the test of time.

Here's looking forward to Volume 3, and hopefully a series on the music of the other prog masters, Yes.

Almost Better On Piano.......2005-02-06

The piano is one of the most beautiful instruments. It can be so dark and deep, and yet so beautiful and moving at the same time. Genesis is a fairly deep and dark band, but it's hard to imagine listening to nothing but the stripped down melodies of their songs played by two pianos.

This is a clever ploy, and for once, it actually turned out great. There are string tributes for bands, and orchestral tributes, and even guest musicians covering or playing songs with the bands, and more often then not, it turns out to be total crap. Not Genesis For Two Grand Pianos.

This is a beautiful CD. It's hard to sum up the beauty of the piano, but to give you an idea; the CD retains a very classical feel. At the same time, the modern sounds of Genesis are brought through, only with a classic piano feel. The end result is absolutely amazing.

Imagine listening to Stravinsky conducting Genesis on classical instruments. If you can comprehend that, then you can sort of imagine what this CD sounds like.

My personal favorites on this CD are Fountain Of Salmacis and One For The Vine. However, the whole CD is strong, and there is not a single bad track.

If you enjoy piano music, classical music, genesis, or a combination of the three, I highly recommend this CD. Even though there are only seven songs, each one is played so incredibly well and with a considerable level of texture.

Screw the string-tribute-quartet. Pianos are in, and they fit this genre so much better.

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