"da-boom"  Most excellent!
352943
I read and loved both books but DREAMS OF JOY won out!  I would love for young ladies from different backgrounds to get together with us senior citizens and share feelings and learned lessons they got from this book.  If only I had listened to my elders! So listen up...BUY THIS BOOK!
2422784
Up until now my favorite Daft Punk album has been the amazing Discovery, but this album is so good it gives it a run for its money. While most convert albums suffer a bit from the "noise" of the crowd's cheers, in this case they actually add to the experience rather than distracting.

Discovery was a sweet box of evolving melodies, but this is a driving, thrumming, buzzing beat box of awesome! I always loved how the melodies of Discovery melded into each other, making you want to listen to the entire album. This is a series of Daft Punk's best songs mixed together perfectly with enough wonderous glorious bass to benchmark any speaker system.

If I have a single complaint, it's the that the Close Encounters of the Third Kind opening is missing from the audio recording, and should be included. Other than that, listen to this and enjoy. It's awesome music for just listening, but it's REALLY great for exercise, doing chores, or (obviously) having a dance party. Highly, HIGHLY recommended.

Final note: If you have a record player the complete Alive Boxed Set is totally worth it as it includes a backstage pass, stickers, bonus tracks, a turntable pad, and a gorgeous art book.
1088773
Ray Gelato and the Giants of Jive are the real deal. My 11yr old daughter (who listens to n sync etc!) says "this albun rocks Dad!" This group has been playing this style of uptempo swing/jazz long before Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and all the new comers came on board. And this is their best album. If you don't know how to swing dance and you hear this album -- and it doesn't make you want to get up and go take swing lessons -- then as the song on the album says "YOU MIGHT AS WELL BE DEAD!"
2570750
Although I usually dislike Danny boy on the piano and on the podium, I was shocked when I heard these recordings.  I couldn't believe it!  This guy understands!  Finally!

I ventured the Mozart Sonatas with Eschenbach, Pires, Giseking, and Uchida but no one can compare to Danny Boy.  The only one that comes close is perhaps Ingrid Haebler.

Danny Boy plays these pieces with beauty, grace, lyricism, strength and the most important thing of all...profundity!

The sound quality mind you is excellent in all areas.

Danny boy is usually a hit and miss for me and most, but this time he nails the head on the horsey!  I give this set the ROSSETTE!
388392
This is the 3rd album from DevilDriver, & man does it kick some serious @ss! It looks like this time around Dez & company found the right combination of brutality & melody to make each track not only pump you up, but also much more memorable compared to the last 2 albums (and that's kind of a bold statement considering DevilDriver's last album 'The Fury of Our Maker's Hand' was a huge improvement over the first album.) I loved hearing this album so much (I heard tracks from various sources) I instantly bought a copy well before the US release date. BUY IT! You won't regret it!
2978383
DJ Dara's clean style of mixing is perfected on this CD.  It's by far the best mix I've ever heard to this day.  I've had this CD since it was first released, and it is STILL the best dnb CD i've ever heard.
Track #1 starts off slowly with a hint of ambience, but then comes in hard with a rolling bassline in track #2.  The energy is constant throughout the entire CD, and the songs are all top notch.  I personally searched for these songs in various record stores hoping to purchase them on vinyl but I was ultimately unsuccessful.  You can't find these tracks anywhere else but on this CD!  .... My personal favorite song on this CD (as well as my favorite overall) is track #4, Terradaktil by Pascal and Phantasy.  This is a beatiful hard-hitting jump-up/tech stepper that has my heart and head pounding whenever i listen to it.  Listen to the song sample provided by Amazon.com and I guarantee that you'll like it.
I would recommend this CD to everyone, whether you are new to drum & bass or a veteran of the scene.  It is a deffinately a must for any jungle collection (or any kind of electronica collection for that matter).  They just don't produce CD's like this anymore.
375443
After this song - you WILL want to get to know the Teardrop Explodes better.  Unfortunately, they were only around for a spell - but their lasting impact on Brit rock/pop is still felt today.
the Smiths, Blur, Charlatains, and on and on...
The Teardrop Explodes trailblazed!

Nothing beats a great lyric and wonderful music, the "bah bah bahs, and do do dos" are catchy and infectious!

this is a song that you'll listen to over and over...
2178151
I don't why DAK's last two albums are not being sold in the US; at least as imports from UK!  "I think I see myself on CCTV" and "Heavy Bass Blues" are the two great albums by one of the most  progressive bands in Europe.  Koja (the frontman of the band) is one of the  best bass players in the world, he achieves things you can only achieve  with a leading guitar. They experiment a lot with jungle rhythms etc. It is  a great combination of electronic sound with  classic hard rock. I went to  their concert in Slovenia two months ago, they sound great live!  Very  powerful music!
3925971
David Gray's follow-up to White Ladder is unbelievable.  The much-anticipated follow-up to his smash album, "White Ladder" is very strong and very soothing to listen to.  The first track, "Dead In The Water" I believe is one the best on the album. It has an unbelievable beat and background and David Gray's voice is so strong.  Personally, I believe the greatest song on the album is "Caroline".  It is a very upbeat and catchy tune.  The lyrics are meaningful.  It has much more depth and quality than anything you would hear on the radio. All of the songs in-between are also well thought out and very talented.  "Be Mine" and "Real Love" are sure to be favorite hits to David's true fans.  The album ends with "The Other Side" a song that expresses the death of David's father.  Many critics say the success of "White Ladder" can never be reached again by David.  "White Ladder" has been David's most successful album to date and is also an unbelievable album.  "A New Day At Midnight" is a different album than "White Ladder" as it should be.  Why would you want to cut the exact same thing?  David Gray is so talented and would never sell-out.  He is a true artist who is true to his music and fans.  He expresses his own life through his music and shares it with the world.  "A New Day At Midnight" is the absolute best follow-up that could have ever been imagined to "White Ladder".  Actually, it's better than I could have imagined.  Thank you, David Gray!
1. Dead in the Water
2. Caroline
3. Long Distance Call
4. Freedom
5. Real love
6. Kangaroo
 7. Last Boat
8. Knowhere
9. December
10. Be Mine
11. Easy Way to Cry
12. The Other Side
3077381
Once i recieved the danny howells miami i was a bit leery of this set because all the reviewers said that both were great and i found danny's to be a bit lacking on almost all fronts. But this in-f'n-credible set is all it is cracked up to be.

The first cd is just as groovy as it gets with the opener (as a nother reviewer said) is one of the best openers of any set i have ever heard.

There are so many highlights that my fingers will be tired if i relate them all to you, but 1 just had me by the short and curleys and you will find it on cd2 track 2. Morozov - "fly guitar" I had to make a constant effort to keep both hands on the steering wheel of my Lex or i would have caused a major accident on the freeway. It is easily one of my top 5 tracks of all time. Much props to Nick for garnering tracks from all over the world for this mix, this is truly a "Global Underground" in name and song selection. He definately does not dissapoint.

Buy this if you are a newbie or an experienced electronic head (like me) and just try to get the darn smile off your face.
2397919
I have always been a Don Johnson fan.  Back in the 80s, I loved to watch him in 'Vice.'  It wasn't long after that, "Heartbeat," was all over the radio waves.  Let me tell you, this song took me my ears to a whole new level of passionate music dimensions!!  I rushed out and immediately purchased the tape version (since CDs were just beginning to make their way into circulation.)  It's been over 20 years since his release of, "Heartbeat," and within that time, I wore the tape out, and still listen to it today.  As a matter of fact, I have it in my cassette player right now.  Unfortunately, only the first ten songs were put on tape, and the other six were added to the CD version.

What really made my Friday nights was when the, "Nash Bridges," series made its way to the television air waves.  I was glued to the television for every episode!!  And the Cuda!!  Don't forget the Cuda!!  That '71 Hemi Cuda just made the series even that much more spectacular.  I didn't miss a single episode of Nash.

What really broke my heart was when the series ended in 2002.  How was I ever to survive??  For those of you who are a true fan of Don Johnson, Nash Bridges hit the spot.  I love the guy!!  And yes, I am a movie buff.

There were many episodes where I'd be seen, eyes on the big screen, tears flowing down my face.  For the sad endings of Nash's love affairs and Evin's death, and Nick's heart attack, what really brought me to tears was when the series ended.  God I miss it.  Even still, I visit the Nash Bridges website at [...]  Also, thenetshow.com will take you to even more memorabilia of the S. I. U. team.

All I do pretty much now, is wonder what Don has in store for his fans in the near future.  Since Vice, Don has moved onto the big screen and singing.  I've seen all of his movies too!  I loved, "Harley Davidson & the Marlboro Man," so much that I purchased the DVD.  I hope you find this review useful, and for those of you who think Don Johnson isn't what I believe him to be, then you really haven't been given a chance to see his wonderful potential for acting and singing.  There's nothing anyone can say to me to convince me otherwise.  Thanks for viewing!!  :-)
24813
This album will hook you on the first listen.  Second listen you are humming and tapping along.  Third listen you will be bopping and singing along!  It's the kindof music that gets right into your head and soul, and makes you happy.

If you are new to Donna the Buffalo (DTB), this is a wonderful introduction to their addictive rhythms & melodies.  This band is top notch, and very, very, accessible.  Everyone I let listen to this cd ends up loving it!
4299051
Dopamine is absolutely the perfect title for this album. Haven't been able to stop listening.  'The Emotion' is just......wow! Great job Garrett Borns!
3215694
Ive said it before about previous reviews of Joe Bonamassa offerings and I must say it again:  Regular Boomerocity readers know that I have a short version review of any Joe Bonamassa project.  This time is no exception.  Ready?  Here it is:

Love it/buy it.

To be technically correct, Id have to say all of the above a total of four times because thats how many CD sets Mr. Bonamassa has rolled out for his fans. Entitled, Tour de Force  Live In London, the foursome is offered both as individual concert discs or as a special premium boxed set.  The shows at each of the venues have been captured on two discs per location guaranteeing substantial coverage of each performance.

Whether in the spacious, historic Royal Albert Hall, the cozy Borderline or the performances at Shepherds Bush Empire or Hammersmith Apollo in between, the performances are jaw-dropping in their own right.

While fans will notice that there are plenty of the JB staples on these discs (Django/Mountain Time, Sloe Gin and Just Got Paid:, for instance), don't make the mistake of thinking that they're the same ol tunes. Just as in any Bonamassa performance, Joe brings new life and energy into those cherished songs. In addition to those favorites, Joe delivers phenomenal performances of newer tunes such as Dust Bowl, Driving Toward The Daylight, Slow Train and Dislocated Boy.

JB enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that he has also captured his fun with the theremin during his performances of The Ballad Of John Henry.  And get this!  The theremin thingy comes in at almost precisely the same time on each of the three performances  I mean with seconds of each other.

Thats scary good!

Bonamassa fans will definitely want all four performances as part of their listening library  and to join their video library of the same performances.  As for what to choose to turn people on to this amazing talent?  Thats a hard one to decide. My feeling is that you cant go wrong with any of them.  Just close your eyes and pick one.

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2195824
Now, if you are a "Classic Conniff" lover, how could you possibly omit this one from your collection?  This is without a doubt one of the very best from this genius musician and arranger!  Using an extraordinary blending and un-blending of the males' and females' voices, the entire production is a classic case in stereo effectiveness.  This CD includes a six "mini-medley" approach to some genuine "standards" of popular music, and moves effortlessly from some melancholy love songs to those that will make your heart rate increase a bit.  Wonderful depth, matchless stereo, and pure Conniff!
4806038
I was devastated when I learned that David Crowder Band would no longer be making music together. Theirs is some of the most unique, and oftentimes profound, music of any genre. I love David's lyrics, so I gave this a shot, and I wasn't disappointed! The overall feel is much closer to DCB's later music than earlier, centering much more on catchy choruses than profundity, but it is still very distinctly Crowder, and there's a lot to like.

If you enjoyed DCB, give this a shot. Don't expect more of the same, but expect great music all the same.
3230778
A genius of an album out of otherwise hacked up and non-inspiring world of Techno music.  I think, that this is THE best techno DnB album ever.  The layering of the DnB and Sax/Bass/Jazz is pure genius.  I consider Amon as  Dali of the Techno Scene!  Very original, and refreshingly different, yet  uses simple sounds.... makes sense? I have had the album for almost two  years, yet everytime I listen to this album I am left in awe of the sound  of this album.  Listening to this album on an audiophile type setup brings  out added sonic pleasures.  Some of the bass in tracks Traffic, Paris  Streatham, Northstar and Break Charmer is so pure and rich that it makes  the hair on the back of your neck vibrate with joy....:))
Yes, this album  is NOT for the run of the mill BPM driven techno listener.  If you want to  hear fresh and deep groovy yet musical stuff, buy this album NOW!