IMPRESSIVE!! ( "And I don't impress easy" Jessie Ventura)
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Where do I start, It is a dynamic speaker for less than 20 bucks. That's unheard of in today's market. The highs, mid's are very pronounce, the bass is totally acceptable for the size of this speaker. If Bose ever makes a speaker this size and this good, they would probably sell it for at least a hundred bucks  and it will be worth it.
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I've listened to Jesse for 3-4 years now but just found out about the DVD and purchased it.  I haven't ever seen him "live".  This DVD is FANTASTIC!!  Superb musicianship, great showmanship, and excellent sound.  I really felt like I was there.  There are so many great performances and everyone contributing is amazing.  Closer to Madness, Tempest, Luna Llena, and It Ain't me Babe are my personal favorites.  I can't understand how someone this talented is not more recognized.  When you see all of the garbage that gets more attention in the music business and then you see this......you realize what a travesty it is.  GREAT DVD!!
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5 stars. She impresses me in every way. Her first single 'Jesus, Take the Wheel' is meant to be sung with power, and she does just that! She's on the short road to success!!!
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Before I start this review, I should say that I'm not a big fan of Namie Amuro. It's not as though I hate her or anything, it's just that I find tremendous problems when listening to her music. But enough of that now, we'll save that conversation for another day.

I was EXTREMELY impressed with this album. I didn't expect her to head in this type of direction with her music! It was so filled with so many unique, yet amazingly catchy tracks that it was practically oozing with perfection! I'm no dance lover, but this album made me a dancing frantic! \(^o^)/

The style within this album suited her very well. Each track stood out in their own way while effortlessly delivering a force to be reckon with. I wasn't expecting the album to be this good. I just love the creation she made for herself within these tracks! It literally reflected a concept that made album fun and exciting.

Although the album was processed very well, I did notice that Namie's vocals did tend to sound flat once in a while---especially when it came to her rapping parts. I mean, I'm not saying that's a bad thing! It's just...I probably would have enjoyed it a whole lot more if she added some creativity within those parts.

But despite that minor flaw, I think I can easily overlook that because of this album's uniqueness & originality. Nearly all of the tracks have intrigued me, but the ones that stood out the most were: "Alive" "Big Boys Cry" "Heaven" "La La La" "Supernatural Love" "Contrail" and finally, "Stardust In My Eyes".

Even though I'm not a big fan of hers, I still thought that this was an excellent album that thrived with a sense of purpose. The melodies themselves were so infectious that I could literally feel the beat transcending throughout my entire body. Very impressive, I might add.

This album is in no way a disappointment. Each song is an absolute treasure. (  )
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1. Chillax
2. What's on Your Mind
3. Have You Ever Lost Something
4. Without You
5. Need To Realize
6. Go
7. I Know
8. Abandoned
9. Appalachia

I first caught this girl on a program broadcast on PBS called "Woodsongs". (Great Show By The Way! Woodsongs introduces new artists & reintroduces us to established artists) Anyway, this barefoot 11 year old woman/girl amazed me and everyone sitting watching her. She is an amazing singer/songwriter/performer. She is multi talented and plays and sings many genres but, this CD represents the best of her work available at this time. She was 11 at the time of the release of this CD but, there is only one way for this girl to go but, UP to Stardom. She has been featured on "America's Got Talent". We've seen her twice since then. Loved each performance. Check out a couple of her cuts that are not featured on this CD but, are available for viewing on You Tube. You will be blown away and amazed just like we are and want to get online and buy her CD yourself so you can enjoy it when you want to!
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this CD is amazing! Almost everyone sounds amazing! A must have if your a fan of American Idol!
1. Fantasia Barrino (Chain Of Fools) - Great performance but i just don't like the tone of her voice... 8/10
2. George Huff (Me and Mrs. Jones) - Great...he was the best male in the top 12.. 9/10
3. Diana DeGarmo (Heard it throught the Grapevine) - AMAZING!!! Diana has a beautiful voice that rivals Celine Dion!....She may not have won IDOL but she'll have an amazing career like Clay! .. 10/10
4. Latoya London (If You Don't Know Me By Now) - Great performance....but she plays it safe...she could have done better...but I'm sure shes gonna be huge!.....9/10
5. Jennifer Hudson (Niether One Of Us) - An Amazing singer...but i just didn't like her for some reason...maybe it was her attitude..but great song! ... 9/10
6. Amy Adams (you Make Me Feel Brand New) - AMAZING!!! Amy really shines on this song! It makes you wonder if she could have one it if she stuck around a little longer...10/10
7. Matt Rodgers (Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay) - Horrible....Matt should not have made the top 12...4/10
8. Jasmine Trias (Midnight Train To Georgia) - JASMINE ROCKS! Great song and she sounds beautiful...why did she suck so bad on AI???....10/10
9. JPL (My Girl) - JPL isn't a singer...he's an entertainer...Which is why you should avoid he rendition of My Girl...it's almost laughable...3/10
10. Camile Velasco (Until You Come Back To Me) - Easily the best performance on this album. She sounds amazing!!! She could have been in the top 3 if she did better on AI but I have a feeling we will see her around! .. 10/10!!!
11. Leah Labelle (Betcha By Golly, Wow) - AMAZING! Leah has a beautiful Soulful Voice...she should have stuck around longer on AI....10/10
12. John Stevens (You Are Everything) - I won't say john was bad...hes unique...but he just doesn't have a music style fit for our time period...John + Soul = Vomit...1/10
13. Ensemble (Ain't No Mountain High Enough) - What more to say than great!?!? 10/10
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This is the perfect CD from Joe McIntyre yet! I really was blown away. I love Dance With Me, L.A. Blue, Someday, Endlessly, This Is Different, and I'd Never Get Over You!!! Excellent Songs to Listen to!! Skip over CALIFORNIA!! Bad Song!!! The Cd in all is just so perfect! Nive Job Joe!!! I am digging this album!!! I reccommend this album to anyone who likes this kind of music!!!!! He did a good job!!! Keep it up!!!
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From Jessie J's electrifying "Grease is the Word" opening number, I was hooked! The movie holds a very special place in my heart and I must admit, I did not know what to expect from this live performance. But it was amazing! Vanessa Hudgins was a standout as Rizzo, especially with her heartbreaking rendition of "There are Worse Things I Could Do" and Julianne Hough channeled Olivia Newton John's Sandy beautifully and added her own incredible dancing skills to the role. I particularly liked the overall, energetic production that wove behind-the-scenes with actual scenes In a fresh and totally unique way.  What fun!  Bravo!
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I am very impressed with this! I always thought of Leighton Meester as an actress, but she has a very soulful, non-mainstream voice that is just great. I am looking forward to hearing more from her,  I am disappointed that her album didn't do as well as it should have, but I think she is just great as a singer and songwriter. I will be following her music career, as I think she definitely has what it takes to succeed in her music alone. If anything, her acting (mainly Gossip Girl) probably made people judge her before they listened to her music (or didn't even listen to it at all. It really is a great song, and it is definitely worth a listen to judge for yourself.
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Let me start with the caveat that Jessica Simpson irritates the heck outta me.  That being said, I have to give it to her.  This was an enjoyable cd, with pretty polished songs, pushed by her strong voice (I had no idea she could sing that well!).  Who knew there was anything hiding under there??  I've always thought that country female vocalists have to have the best voices in the music industry, so to be able to shine in that genre is actually impressing me.  Dang it, I don't want to like Jessica Simpson!  But I have to give her the kudos, she did a good job!
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I can't speak for anyone elses' personal taste,but,I LOVED,this album!!From the,catchy "Indian"music on "Addictive"to the RARE,type of song that expounds'on the virtues'of a"real"man..("This Feeling")..In,this day and age where a group of goofy,(condom decorated)immature lil' girls'from the"Downy-Soft"are praised and,EMBRACED,for being "intelligent"enough,to label a man,who,just happens to be a passenger(seeing as,how only,ONE,person,can drive a vehicle at a given time)in his friends'car,a"Scrub"It was a real breath of fresh air,to hear,a mature,WOMAN,from the,"Wicked West"discuss,one by one,the traits'of a MAN..B/S really DOES' fall down like rain,and apparently,the radio stations'and,video shows'are the STORMCLOUDS,for supporting such GARBAGE!!! "Jimmy"is a true-to-life,all too,often occuring tale,that waaay,too many,women that I know,have been through!!Truth covered a lot.of relevant topics'concerning the black community,for her to be getting,all the negative feedback,that she's getting,on this site!!"Ease Back"on tha' girl people!! With lines like:Have,you ever FELT,someone deep down,in your soul..."NOTICE,I,DIDN'T say love...Love is EASY,I said FEEL!!!Truths' REAL man virtues,she mentioned:Power,Strength Vision Respect,Love,Game,Capability,to make you feel thangs!!"Sweetness"(NOT,to be confused with"Soft"or"Weak")"Are you tryin' to make it HARDER,for the NEXT man?!?" "Some women:they FAKE it...I'M:All,about ME!!!...."it,becomes' dangerous,a VIOLATION!!!" "He does a DISSERVICE,to your spirit! But it FEELS,good,so you don't WAN'T,to hear it!!"I mean,a man,with a PLAN,who can GET somethin'and show you,He GOT it!!" KUDOS'to a woman,who,appreciates'and,ACKNOWLEDGES,us REAL men!!..."What you're doing to me,came an'broke up the MONOTONY...." "Truth"IS the truth!!
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Anyone who watched Idol the season that Candice won the crown already knew this girl can just flat out sing. However, we've seen so many ultra-talented artists struggle to make the transition from "super talented  singer" to "successful music artist".  Well, I have to tell you, Candice makes a compelling case that she will be one of the few that successfully make that difficult transition. This album is impressive!

The lyrics, the production quality, her voice, her delivery / touch and the general vibe you get when enjoying this album will instantly grow on fans of pop / R&B music. It blends her natural soul/R&B with sounds of modern pop (even a little reggae) into a musical experience that has you wanting to hear the next track to see how good the track will be. It feels far more like a 2nd or 3rd release than a freshmen release. I was thoroughly entertained, and for a freshman release, all I can say is WOW. This girl is off to a strong start.
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Not since Madonna appeared on the music radar has an artist captivated my eye, ear, and heart the way Ms. Winehouse has.  I realize they are worlds apart musically, but the presence and panache that they both exhibit are what makes me draw the parallel.  Amy has the f-you attitude that Madonna had when she was starting out.  She seems more concerned with doing her thing than warming up to those who would criticize her.  Her delivery comes across as spontaneous, her in-between ramblings as extemporaneous--without any thought or concern for what people will think.  Madonna was never this natural or uncalculated, but just as brash.  And then there is that voice...like Etta James, Billie Holliday, Bettye LaVette, and all The Supremes rolled into one beautiful confection--chased with a shot of Tequila.  Just listen to "Back To Black", "Love Is A Losing Game", and "You Know I'm No Good" and you will see an artiste/icon in the making.  I hope and pray that her time in treatment will bring her back to the road she should be ruling.  It would be a great tragedy for her to fall prey to the same habits that have robbed us of so many of our greatest talents.  Don't let the reviews that talk about her supposed drunkenness dissuade you from buying this dvd--she may be tipsy, but she stays on top of her game, and lets the songs speak very clearly for themselves.  The documentary is fascinating--with her demo performance included alongside observations from her fans, a record label exec (very articulate in respecting her awe inspiring talent) and her father (charming in his own way).  One suggestion: Turn the subtitles on during the documentary to catch all that Amy (who speaks very fast in a heavy British accent--one of the reasons people always think she's drunk) has to say.  She is funny, charming, smart, self-effacing, and--that rarest of qualities in someone in posession of such brilliance and success--REAL!  I, for one, can't imagine the world without her!

BTW--Anyone knowing what the "Back to Black And White Extra Option" is on the dvd--please share it here.  Did I miss something?  God, I hope so!!!

UPDATE: To anyone out there wondering abut the blu-ray disc of this concert that has a bonus concert from another date, I've seen it.  I bought a region free blu-ray disc from an individual on a popular auction site, and was disappointed to see Amy in a sad state throughout the video, but most especially toward the end.  I had to stop it--it just really hurt to see her looking so vulnerable and seemingly dazed.  She was still great--even in this state, but sadly, she's just not at her best.  Even so, I did enjoy watching some of it, but Amy just seems checked out to some extent, and seems to be finding it difficult to stay focused and soldier on.  With the hindsight of July, it's especially poignant watching it.

I kept hoping and praying Amy would stay on course and survive her demons, but nothing can bring her back now, and I'd prefer to remember her as she'd probably like to be remembered--when she was on her game.  So, I watched the original concert instead, and it was nice to have a new and improved copy of that monumental concert.  The picture is wonderfully clear, and she seems even more as if she's in the flesh and blood on a stage in front of you when you watch her here.  In my estimation, it's really worth tracking down a copy of this just so you have the London performance in this much improved blu-ray presentation.  I'm so grateful that we have this amazing account of who Amy was as an artist--truly original, amazingly soulful, and altogether brilliant.  My, but I can't help but think what else we would have seen and heard from her.  What a bright star she was...
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Awesome song! I love the beat from beginning to end, and when she starts of the song saying :get out of my way cause i'm going somewhere, this is not where i wanna be !!!!: she also says "shes not scared of heights and she might get where she's going but then again she just might! "~~~~THAT IS WHAT YOU CALL GIRL POWER AND SHE'S NOT AFRAID TO LET THE WORLD KNOW! ~~~lol  I can't wait for her debut cd releasing and hitting all the stores (write this down!) on March 22, 2004!

tHIS SONG IS PERFECT FOR ALL THOSE GIRLS, LADIES AND (WHY NOT!) OLDER WOMAN WHO NEED A SOMEONE (IN THIS CASE, SONG) TO HELP THEM LET THE WORLD KNOW THAT ITS NOT OVER YET, AND THAT NO ONE IS GOING TO STOP THEM FROM REACHING THEIR GOALS!  WHAT CAN I SAY ABOUT THE EVER SO BEAUTIFUL BRIE  LARSON!!!  TALENTED TALENTED TALENTED!!!  SO WHAT ARE U WAITING FOR? BUY THE SINGLE AND MOST IMPORTANT BUY THE CD!
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I was thrilled when this was released! Her voice and phrasing are amazing. This entire album is a tease for the amazing amount of releases she would do later in her career. Her first was grammy nominated that year and awarded several Billboard awards that year.

Huge Vicki Sue fan. Met her multiple times. Her husband producer was awesome to me. He would email me, got me to opening night party after "Behind the Beat" hit on Broadway right before my beloved passed.

 As a Vicki Sue fan, for years, it has so bugged me that everyone thinks "Turn" was here only entity, WRONG!

She was prolific, releasing about 40 tracks in her life. Do you all know that the Doublement gum (double your pleasure!) is Vicki? How about Haines underwear - Vicki. Folders good to the last drop - Vicki.  Maybelline Vicki. NY Bell (Telephone) Vicki!

See sang background with Cher, Cyndi Lauer, and Michael Bolton to name a few.

My purpose, however here, is to the share the love:

Search this stuff  -- it's all great Vicki Sue! She was so far from a one hit wonder -below are the rest of her gifts to us........
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"Admit It" - 12"
"Summertime Fun" 12" Magnificent Vicki Sue!
"Grab Them Cakes" Wrestling album with Junk Yard Dog!
"This Love Is For Real" -her first CD. It was like Australia only - but her husband Bill Good, sent it to me.
"Baby Now That I Found You" -RCA 45 -- her debut before the "Never Gonna Let You Go "release  Warrens production here is awesome!
Disco Spectacular - RCA she does "Easy to Be Hard"
"Hot Summer Nights" - Prelude  12"
"To Sir with Love"- Profile 12" (Riveting)
"Everlasting Love" Profile (great!)
"Nighttime Fantasy" from the soundtrack to movie" Nocturna" (really neat Vicki - she goes off the last 2 minutes!
"I Am Here and I Am Hot" 12"
"Moving On" her final RCA Lp - great Vicki! Produced nicely by T -Life.
"House of Joy "Pogada - number one Europe smash!  AWESOME Vicki Sue! Awesome!  One of my favs -- really great lead vocal and words.  She wrote it with husband.
Her final CD "Move On" (not abovementioned) was soaring up charts (disco) when she passed.
She made a cd sampler (sold in the lobby at the theatre)  in her studio  at her home for her Broadway show - really good stuff here. "After the Rain", "I Will", and 4 others.
Never able to find" My Stomp, My Beat" from "Chasing Amy" film - bunch of nonsense blocked its release.
Duet with RuPaul  on Ruphael's album nice!

So.... for all you Vicki Sue lovers there is tons of stuff for you all to get and enjoy!  Enjoy- she was an amazing voice.

Billboards review of her second album summed it up best. "What puts Robinson ahead of the rest of the disco pack is the marvelous theatrical quality of her vocals - she is an actress of song. TRUE!
Miss her..........
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Great new find for me! This gal is incredible! Not A bad cut on the whole CD!! I don't want to go into a lot of detail, or tell you who she is like - BECAUSE....

I want you to be as greatly surprised as I was!!

Best new artist I've heard in years!!

I found this posted on a web site (perhaps you will find it interesting):

IMA Smile is her name
by Nelley @ 2008-01-08 - 20:02

As we know IMA's smile is irresistible. No wonder she has been able to gather several hundred fans in no time, both in the middle of her television show she launches her album "Smile" in Corona.

Ima Smile is her name and she was born in 1978 and as a very young age she knew what she wanted to be, her only dreamed was to become a singer. In 2000 she wins her first prize in a contest at Place des Arts.

In less than a year IMA lunches her first Album with an immediate success with the song Baila. In March 2005 another Album appears "Pardonne-moi si je t'aime" whereas her real talent as an author, composer and performer shows up.

In 2006, IMA gets the chance to be chosen by Rjean Tremblay to play the role of Sandra Johnson in the popular CBC TV series `Casino'. This magnificent role of a Jazz singer inspires her to create the Album "Smile".

In addition as humanitarian IMA is giving her precious time with an open heart for good causes to social Justice. She is the spokeswoman for `Recours des sans-abri' ( [...] ) homeless shelter as she is also proud to hold interests to other organisations such as Amnesty International, - Le club des petits-djeuners du Qubec (Young breakfast club for the young), Oxfam Qubec, Greenpeace, Commerce quitable and UNICEF as well.

(I thought to give it a try after I've heard her wonderful songs, since someone came here with a link to her intriguing site, and I didn't regret it since)

[...]
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Jessica is one of the best and prettiest singers around!!  I love her charisma, personality, honesty, and morals and beliefs. She is a terrific role model to young teens.  I own ALL of her music and videos and wouldn't trade them for the world!!  Her new line of beauty products "Dessert" lives up to her expectations as well....yummy!!!  A lil pricey for a college student here but I'll definitely *splurge* on some of her items just cuz they're sooooo good!!!  Keep up the GREAT work Jessica!!!  You're awesome!!!!