Overall, great classic intertainment.
357838
Great shows, but in black and white.  The later shows with colorful sets and costumes are preferred.
1177963
This is a great album. contains some of the non-movie songs heard in the N64 videogame. At the time it came out, Shadows of the Empire figures, comics and games had me pumped, the album did as well.

The only downside is that many of the tracks are very quiet, so hard to hear say, in your car. If you crank to hear them, then the loud parts blow your ears out. Playing this album on the right sound system and environment is key to proper enjoyment
117729
On this CD you'll hear most of the songs that helped makde the television show a classic, as well as some from their albums.  However, some of the songs aren't that great, and the singing is a little weak on a few of the  tracks, but this is still a great compilation and is highly recommended.
2108149
I really enjoy the fresh approach they have taken. Some things haven't changed, and the lyrics and sounds work well. However it seems like the album has a more complete "theme" than the older material. The sequencing of the tracks is close to perfect.
2530738
I think I like this collection more every time I listen to it.  Many classic songs, very enjoyable.
2461764
With a few classic songs ommitted, this is a nice overview of the output of the legendary label. Good investment.
4498121
This is the first Simon and Garfunkel album I've ever bought, although I've heard them alot on the oldies stations.  I must say, this album is a very good introduction to S&G.

The album is somewhat of a concept album, at least for the first half.  Growing older, feeling lost, questioning life are all themes explored by Paul Simon during the first half of the album.  The classic "America" as well as "Old Friends" are highlights.  The montage "Voices of Old People" is surprisingly poignant, as is the song "Overs."  The first side of the album is soft spoken, thoughtful, introspective.

As the album progresses to the second half, it loses it's "concept" a bit, though it doesn't lose the great songwriting.  "Fakin' It" and their smash hit "Mrs. Robinson" are here, as well as many more toe-tapping fun songs.  "Punky's Dilemma" always makes me smile, and "At the Zoo" is another catchy tune.  The album is short but sweet and leaves me wanting more.

While the songs are very good, one big thing detracts from the album as a whole for me, and that is that the album seems to begin as a concept album but then doesn't stick with it.  Perhaps I made up the idea that this album was intended in any way as a concept album, but the first few tracks definitely seem thematically linked, especially "Voices of Old People," "Overs," "Old Friends," and "Bookends."  However, most of the rest of the album doesn't seem to have anything to do with the first half, its more like a collection of random songs.  This might not bother most people, but I like albums to be internally coherent and not just a collection of random songs.  Especially if the album starts off as though it's going to be internally coherent.  But, it's a small complaint.  And I'm not even sure if Paul Simon intended for it to be a concept album.  But it sure looks like it starts off as one.

Overall the albums good points outweigh its bad points.  I would highly recommend this album to anyone and everyone.
3244346
I had this as a kid on an audio-cassette. I still have it, but it won't play anymore due to being, well, overplayed. I enjoyed it, and it's a great collection of the main themes made famous through the Original (*ahem*Holy*ahem*) Trilogy. The first track on Side B of the cassette is the Imperial March, which is probably why it's wound too tightly in certain spots... I just mostly played that tune to death.
2212397
I first heard Liege & Lief nearly 20 years ago, when my brother purchased a vinyl copy of the album.  It took me some time before I fully got into Fairport Convention, but I had the best entry point a fan could possibly have--this was the record that has defined the band in the years since its release, with Sandy Denny's beautiful vocals, Richard Thompson's stinging guitar work, and Dave Swarbrick's always-excellent fiddle.
Thus, when I spotted the remastered and expanded CD here at Amazon, my first thought was "About freakin' time!"  It was the only one A&M bothered to keep in print in the States, and the CD remaster from 1988 was only a minor improvement over the original LP.  The original tracks burn as intensely as ever, with greater clarity and width of sound; the bonus tracks are revealing.  "Sir Patrick Spens" is a bit slower and not quite as good as the final version on Full House, but Sandy does well enough with the vocals, or as well as one vocalist can manage (remember, the final version had Swarb, RT and Simon Nicol all harmonising); "Quiet Joys of Brotherhood" is rather too slow, however.  I much prefer the version from Sandy's 1972 solo album Sandy, and rather wish that the band's cover of "Ballad of Easy Rider," recorded during the L&L sessions, had been included here rather than on the expanded remaster of Unhalfbricking...but there you go.  Fine work nonetheless.
1102723
I enjoyed the songs, and of course the upgrades the songs and the sounds . Good classic album to be enjoy and relax the time away.
2384851
The most prominent feature of this album's offerings is the similarity in mood. Foreshadowing, maybe a bit gloomy in parts, but there are no real change-ups. The mood is set and maintained throughout.

Of course, it was intended to be heard while staring at the magnificent images that the game Riven presented, still to my mind an experience to be savored although many feel the click and zoom, click and spin mechanic was dated when the game came out. Whatever.

I plan on using this as background noise for coding to, commuting to, and for certain RPGs I run, where the constant mood will be a little more generically useful than the changing moods and tempo of the Myst soundtrack.

Recommended.
1924426
I really like the way Martina sings this old classic.  Not quite as impressed with the band, but it was still great to listen to.
2300398
I would recommend this CD to those who know and love the music from the film. It is not necessarily for the casual listener. Although it is a bit repetitive with its themes, I am happy that it contains the essential tracks from the film. It is well worth the import price, as it is not currently available domestically.
1018545
I was good on this mostly because I'm so used to stuff from some of the complete sessions, esp. Silent Way. But a lot of this stuff is classic. If it wasn't for overfamiliarity I might have enjoyed this more. The Japanese remaster is okay, kind of brittle and thin for my tastes though.

The stuff from the Jack Johnson sessions is definitely the highlight of the set. Along with the Quintet stuff. The 65-68 stuff never gets old. As well as the Blackhawk selection, 'Round Midnight. Heading straight for the Blackhawk stuff because of this set. I would also like to have the complete JJ set obviously.

average set that was meant to reinitiate anyone unfamiliar with Miles back in the day, and after the complete sessions sets, unessential.
2241989
So, the CD itself is amazing.  A couple of misses as far as tracks go ("Everyday" comes to mind, although "Shakin' All Over" and even "There Goes My Baby" have grown on me), but it's still a great cover album if you're looking to introduce yourself to some 50s/60s music (except for the last track, which I believe is an original work).

I loved watching my friend play the game, and the music actually fits well with it.  I, for one, am glad that the soundtrack was released separately!
4420158
At first I was thrown off by the intros, very little of the JT I was used to. but being a fan of all music (new and old) I had to think back to the golden age of soul and MJ's "rock with you" pop era. where music could make you "FEEL" the rhythm. I find it to be a great album in respect to all of what has been on the top 40 for the past decade. Music needs growth to survive. and sometimes going back in time to grow is what makes it great. for me, the radiohead sound of blue ocean floor. and mixture of groovy dance tunes like strawberry bubblegum, and tunnel vision. make this an album. not to be picked through like a bunch of the pop artists albums are. listen to it from the beginning. and enjoy.
156807
Great Album but unfortunately wasn't a big succes when it was released. Now it is consider as a classic.