Banjo Tooie : Incomparable.,
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The Nintendo 64 has had a couple of brilliant masterpieces such as Super Mario 64, Donkey Kong 64, Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time, and Perfect Dark -- but as grandiose as those masterful games are, Banjo Tooie is above that league. Gorgeous worlds, funny characters, brilliant graphics, laughable sound and environments, and dazzling gameplay make this a wonder for the system. Banjo Tooie is the sequel to the award winning game BANJO KAZOOIE, also one of the system's greatest games ever. But this sequel is unsurpassable. The lighting effects combined with the dangerously tremendous worlds make this a feat for the Nintendo 64. The frame rate does not even subtract from the enjoyment of the game ; in fact, the frame rate has been the only complaint about this wonderful game -- but maybe that one complaint has been a bit overrated. When playing this game only the strictest game reviewers would notice it, and how could they do so when the game is so enjoyable? The worlds are so detailed and big getting lost will be the biggest problem of this gigantic game. The game is a tremendous improvement over its still ever popular predeccecor, and it is an unbelievable thing to witness. It's so chock full of so many things to do and so many places to go and so many puzzles to complete, that the frame rate will probably go unnoticed. This is not a four star game. This is not a five star game. This game is perfect. This game is a SIX-STAR game.
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it does what it says. adds an interesting tone to the banjo as well. only bad thing which may or may not be a coincidense, after using the mute and removing it from the banjo, i sometimes get a weird warble effect while playing. i have not been able to identify what the cause is but it only happens after Ive used the mute. i don't know what it is but i guess its no big deal as i don't use the mute that much
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Marvelously silly "board"-ish game (it's the bug that puts the "ish" in) that my grabdchildren have given the highest compliment they know to: It's this year's "Squish the Fish".

They played this thing for HOURS yesterday (it rained... a lot) and, okay, I joined in for a goodly bit (all too LONG of a goodly bit) myself!
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banjo kazooie is a timeless classic every human being should play. its that cool. so the story is that you are a bear named banjo. he has a bird in his backpack named kazooie lol now I get it banjo kazooie are the name of the two characters and of the game very clever rare I tip my hat to you. so one day his hot little sister tooty (yeah, the name is a turn off, but she is pretty smokin.) gets kidnapped by a witch named gruntilda. call her grunty. she is less hot, so she wants to take tootys attractive features and put them on her. so banjo goes to save her. the characters are all animals (except mumbo, but SSHHHHHH ITS A SECRET.) so you go through different worlds witch you access through a castle, an obvious rip off of super Mario 64. lol just kidding, but seriously, PLAY THE FREAKING GAME ITS AMAZING!!!!!!!!
3975147
Looks just like Donkey Kong. Bought mainly for Amiibo Challenge, but I figure it might be useful for other games.
1238671
I love the banjo playing of Steve Martin, and with Edie Brichell it's like "old time banjo meets folk and pop.
A really great album.
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The game is as frustratingly fun as I remembered (I dunno about any of you, but I have trouble controlling him while he's rolling on the ball).  Arrived in perfect working order.  Visible wear on the outside of the cartridge, but it's a very old N64 game.  Entirely expected.

For the price, it's entirely worth it
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Lemmy is one of my favorite koopalings, and his plush is just as good! I was worried that his hair wouldn't stand up, but it actually does.
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Ive waited for this book: a biography of my banjo hero, the innovator without whom Bluegrass music as we know it today would not exist, Earl Scruggs. A quick scan of the 8 reviews currently on Amazon.com shows that people either love the book or they hate it. Those who love it loved the man and are grateful to hear his story told. Those who hate it feel it is too much of a fawning tribute to the man, without exploring more deeply some of the stories or issues they would like to see covered.

Much of Earls story has been told before in many placesin the biographies of others like Bill Monroe and Josh Graves, in magazine articles and liner notes, and word of mouth by musicians in picking circles. Earls story one every Bluegrass fan knows well: the story of the young banjo picker from Shelby, North Carolina who was hired in 1945 by Bill Monroe and whose opening flurry of notes on the Grand Old Opry a week later served as the shot heard around the world, signaling the birth of what was later to become known as Bluegrass music.

We know about Earls strategic departure from Monroes band a couple years later and the great commercial success Scruggs found with his long-time partner, Lester Flatt. Weve heard about how Earls wife, Louise, stepped into the role of band manager in a way previously unheard of from a woman. Many banjo players were originally inspired by Earls Foggy Mountain Breakdown featured in the 1967 film, Bonnie and Clyde and can sing along with the theme song for the 1960s sitcom, The Beverly Hillbillies which prominently featured Earls playing. Many banjo players have spent hours with Earls 1967 instruction book, Earl Scruggs and the 5-String Banjo. Each of these pieces of Earl Scruggs love are laid out in this book.

What really emerged for me in this book, co-written by two banjo players, is the personality of the easy-going innovative artist. Scruggs readily admitted that he didn't think too technically about what he didhe just did it and let others try to figure it out. But his whole life he continued to be fascinated by music and continued to innovate and to find new ways to collaborate with an ever-widening circle of musician friends. This comes through vividly because the authors chose to interview many of these artists and to let them explain in their own words who Earl Scruggs was and what his playing has meant to them.

Some may wish for more detailed analysis of technical aspects of Earls playing. Some may wish for more dirt on Earl from those who were not so enchanted with him. Some may be looking for a more academic analysis of the man and his art. Those people will not find what they are looking for in this book. But those looking for a flowing chronological narrative of a singular musician, tying together the many strands that made up his life will find it in this book. I only wish the book were not so expensive!
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If you love banjo or bluegrass you will love this CD. Of course it won album of the year and Pikelny won banjo player of the year, so you may already know that.
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Playing Time - 61:45

Songs - 1. Foggy Mtn. Special, 2. Jo Ban, 3. Washington County, 4. Gold Tone Jubilee, 5. Unleashed, 6. John Hardy, 7. Ghost Riders, 8. Shuckin the Corn, 9. Stairway to Heaven, 10. Dixie Breakdown, 11. El Cumbanchero

Notes in Todd Taylor's "Taylor Made" album include Mark Twain's famous quote about the banjo...you know the one about breaking out your hide like the pin-feather pimples on a picked goose. Well, with this inspiration to set the stage, Todd Taylor does a mighty fine job invoking "the glory-beaming banjo!" on this all-instrumental effort. He has some innovative licks and demonstrates various techniques on the 5-string (Scruggs style, melodic, and single string). His repertoire pays tribute to the music of Earl Scruggs, Kenny Baker, Don Reno, Hugh Tomasson and even Led Zeppelin.  At the same time, about half of the CD is made up of Taylor's originals, and one can see why he was nominated for a 2004 Grammy for "Blazin' Bluegrass Banjo." John McEuen wrote the liner notes for "Taylor Made."

On stage since age 6, Taylor performed with his twin brother (Allen) as the "Taylor Twins." They appeared with Bill Monroe, Carl Story, Roy Acuff and others. Todd lights a fire on his five-string, but one should look beyond just the breakneck licks. The musician finds his stylistic footing by expanding into non-bluegrass genres (Latin, new acoustic, western, and rock). While every banjo-player worth his salt cuts his teeth on far like Foggy Mountain Special, Dixie Breakdown, Washington County, Shuckin' the Corn, and John Hardy, the task at hand becomes one of incorporating innovative interpretive twists to make these recorded tunes your own. That's why Taylor's best material is built around his own originals (Jo Ban, Gold Tone Jubilee, Unleashed) or his renderings of "El Cumbanchero" or "Stairway to Heaven." Unfortunately, his 6-minute rendition of "Ghost Riders" gets a bit mundane and tedious, especially without lyrics included. After one round of banjo, dobro, and fiddle interplay, the song actually stops and starts again with another 3-minute round. Despite this reviewer's opinion, I'm told that the tune is getting rave reviews and airplay.

Taylor's arrangements tend to use the fade-out to end his songs. He does this to be different and so that his music can be used in major movies (ie. Roadkill). At times, Taylor's accompanists seem challenged to cleanly match his exceptional musicianship. I also felt that Todd's rhythm guitar sits a little too dominantly in the overall mix in places. Minimal album shortcomings aside, I was impressed with this young man's virtuosity and vitality. Accompanists include Bo Frazier (fiddle, mandolin), Mike Moody or Ken Parker (bass), and Steve Thorpe (dobro). Look for Todd Taylor and his Gold Tone. He shows us that he's a very daring young man with a lot of confidence and musical skill. (Joe Ross, staff writer, Bluegrass Now)
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I love Snoopy. The Peanut gang is #1 with me. I plan to collect what I can.
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I love this show. It's one of my all time favorites. In fact, it's snugly in my 2nd favorite. So when I heard there was a game being made, I had to have it. The game is short, yes..but it's got the charm of the show and it feels like you're playing an interactive episode. I can play it again and again and again. I'm a person who's struggled with depression over the years, and this show is one thing that always perks me up no matter what ails me. I can't say it'll do the same for you, but it's just a magical and wonderment feeling. I feel the same way about the game.

Personally, it's my GOTY. I don't game much, so I'm biased obviously, but I had a lot of fun with it. It reminds me in a way of a mixture of Donkey Kong 3 and a Mario game. I highly recommend it if you are into the show, or if you're looking for a fun game for your kid.
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I have a 2006 GF-100HF and it is an excellent banjo.  It is as close as you are going to get to the famous prewar sound without spending thousands and thousands of dollars.
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A big improvement on the first version and that was a great game.  I've played banjo for about 13 years and just started guitar about two years ago.  I don't know if this will actually teach you guitar but it will definitely keep the instrument in your hand.  It even makes it fun to play scales.  I'm talking about boring, freakin scales!!!  Right now they've got great deals for this game, so if you're thinking about getting it you won't be dissappointed.
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The Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron game is a great game, I have always loved snoopy anyway I would reccommend this to anyone.
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This game is jam-packed with retro goodness. It is a sequel to the NES Classic River City Ransom and also includes characters from other "Nekketsu/ Kunio" games. BORIS and YEMI from Super Dodge Ball return as playable characters in the two mini games, and there are remade classic tracks such as the Bean Ball song from Super Dodge Ball and some of the tunes from River City Ransom, plus some other things I won't spoil. Most of the combo moves from RCR is in this game.

I've beaten the game once and am now almost done a second go-round in order to unlock the final character, Gold Lion.

In addition to the 9 levels of the game, there are optional side quests that net you a sum of money or a special item to boost stats. One of the tasks is called "Lift-A-Thon" and says you have to lift 50 thugs to complete it. This description is wrong as you actually have to THROW the thugs forward for it to count. Another error is the "Throw-A-Thon" where you must throw 100 weapons. If you throw weapons while running or jumping, they don't count towards the goal. There are minor errors in the Character database, such as the person from NES World Cup Soccer being described as first appearing in Super Dodge Ball.

These minor flaws aside, the game is bug free and flows smoothly from beginning to end. The 3D gives a "Paper Mario" effect and works nicely. There is enough content here to keep you busy for a week or so, not including the dodgeball match mini game and 4-person brawl mini game!

Natsume, I love you. BORIS FOR PRESIDENT.