VH1 Storytellers Classics

Recommended more for quality of live performance than for storytelling, VH1 Storytellers: Classics is a seven-song compilation from the popular VH1 series, bearing all the strengths and weaknesses inherent in the program. Some of the featured musicians are fine raconteurs, and the format of the show encourages them to share the genesis of their best-known songs. Pete Townshend explains that the title of "Baba O'Riley" was a combination of two people who inspired him when he wrote the song: Indian spiritual teacher Meher Baba and electronic musician Terry Riley (he added the "O'" for a touch of Irish flavor). David Bowie explains how "China Girl" arose from a collaboration with Iggy Pop after a moving experience in a Berlin punk club; and before launching into an outstanding performance, Steely Dan's Donald Fagen describes "Kid Charlemagne" as an allusion to the passing of the 1960s.

Other performers have little or nothing to say about the songs they perform (when asked, Rod Stewart shamefully can't recall who originally played mandolin on "Maggie May"), but virtually all of these performances are first-rate and fully deserving of their inclusion. Surprisingly--or perhaps not--Ringo Starr provides the highlight, recalling how his melancholy feeling of exclusion during the recording of the Beatles' White Album led him to take a holiday in Sardinia. It was there that he was inspired to write "Octopus's Garden," and his performance of that song--with his hand-picked band the All- Stars--is as purely delightful as the original recording. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Review: Decent collection
Nothing to write home about, but a nice set of performances from the Storytellers series, with a few good moments. For the price (and potential length) of a VHS tape, this could've been a lot longer (it's only about 40 minutes).


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The Boondocks: The Complete First Season

Based on cartoonist Aaron McGruder's politically charged daily comic strip, The Boondocks brings no-holds-barred social commentary and comedy to the Cartoon Network's Adult Swim programming, and now, all 15 episodes of the 2005-2006 debut season are available in an uncut and uncensored format in this three-disc set. As with McGruder's strip, the animated version of The Boondocks uses a fish-out-of-water format--10-year-old revolutionary-in-training Huey Freeman (voiced by Regina King), his 8-year-old brother Riley (also King), and their salty Granddad (John Witherspoon) relocate to an upscale suburban neighborhood--to take aim at all manner of cultural issues in both the black and white communities. Targets sighted in these episodes include singer R. Kelly's bedroom shenanigans ("The Trial of R. Kelly"); gangsta rap ("The Story of Gangstalicious," which includes a wicked spoof of the documentary Tupac: Resurrection); Oprah Winfrey (who is almost kidnapped by Riley in "Let's Nab Oprah"); and Martin Luther King, who revives from a coma to be branded a terrorist in "Return of the King," which generated plenty of heat from the Rev. Al Sharpton upon its broadcast. All of the above topics are handled in a decidedly less-than-respectful and occasionally offensive manner, though exactly who will find The Boondocks scandalous and who will find its approach fearless and on the money will depend on the viewer. But there's no arguing that the show is frequently as funny as McGruder's comic. Extras include audio and video commentary by McGruder and the production staff (as well as commentaries by the character Uncle Ruckus, Granddad's thoroughly unhinged friend whose fixation on a White Jesus is tackled in the season closer, "The Passion of Ruckus"), as well as deleted scenes, some unaired Adult Swim promo spots, and a behind-the-scenes featurette that addresses the show's conception and production. --Paul Gaita
Customer Review: One of the best!
Love The Boondocks!!! Aaron Mcgruder has a very unique way of presenting issues that deal with our generation, ways that will not sit right with everyone. The Boondocks is a hilarious satirical look at our country and our culture. Not for everyone (especially young kids), but very entertaining if you enjoy this certain type of humor.
Customer Review: Who Doesn't Laugh at this...
This is a GREAT show and an EVEN better cartoon. Not only does the show provide you with a show full of laughs but it is a little intellectual too. My only complaint is the price. WHY so much?!?!


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Great Songs and Performances That Inspire the Motown 25th Anniversary TV Special Michael Jackson audiocassette

Jackson 5 Color Photo Motown 1983 release 9 songs


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Karaoke: Rock & Pop Hits, Vol. 6

Rock And Roll hits made popular by your favorite artists such as: Completely by Michael Bolton, For The First Time by Kenny Loggins, Matters Of The Heart by Michael McDonald, I Want A New Drug by Huey Lews & The News, Something To Talk About by BonnieRaitt, Africa by Toto, Rock Steady by Bonnie Raitt & Bryan Adams, Linger by The Cranberries, All That She Wants by Ace Of Base, Pride (In The Name Of Love) by U2, Blame It On The Rain by Milli Vanilli, and Somebody's Baby by Jackson Browne.


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Best Loved Hymns

Customer Review: kings college choir
cant be bothered searchng for the cd i bought it was ok just anoying i only wanted 1 song had to pay $30 to get it
Customer Review: Hymns in the Anglican Tradition Beautifully Performed
This is one more example of hymns in the Anglican Tradition, sung by the always excellent choir of King's College, Cambridge. It is a splendid example of the sonorous sound of men and boys, accompanied by a classic English organ and, for the quieter hymns, the gentle sound of harp. All the familiar hymns and hymn tunes are here. You will not regret adding this CD to your collection.


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American Songbook - The American Music Collection, Vol. III

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Karaoke: Rock & Pop Hits, Vol. 6

Rock And Roll hits made popular by your favorite artists such as: Completely by Michael Bolton, For The First Time by Kenny Loggins, Matters Of The Heart by Michael McDonald, I Want A New Drug by Huey Lews & The News, Something To Talk About by BonnieRaitt, Africa by Toto, Rock Steady by Bonnie Raitt & Bryan Adams, Linger by The Cranberries, All That She Wants by Ace Of Base, Pride (In The Name Of Love) by U2, Blame It On The Rain by Milli Vanilli, and Somebody's Baby by Jackson Browne.


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{Club / Dance Music CONTAINS 51 SONGS ON A 4 CD Set} Pulsating Rhythms Vol. 3 / Dance Pool Vol. 1 / Dance Party Vol. 3 / Club Mix 96 Vol. 2

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VH1 Storytellers Classics

Recommended more for quality of live performance than for storytelling, VH1 Storytellers: Classics is a seven-song compilation from the popular VH1 series, bearing all the strengths and weaknesses inherent in the program. Some of the featured musicians are fine raconteurs, and the format of the show encourages them to share the genesis of their best-known songs. Pete Townshend explains that the title of "Baba O'Riley" was a combination of two people who inspired him when he wrote the song: Indian spiritual teacher Meher Baba and electronic musician Terry Riley (he added the "O'" for a touch of Irish flavor). David Bowie explains how "China Girl" arose from a collaboration with Iggy Pop after a moving experience in a Berlin punk club; and before launching into an outstanding performance, Steely Dan's Donald Fagen describes "Kid Charlemagne" as an allusion to the passing of the 1960s.

Other performers have little or nothing to say about the songs they perform (when asked, Rod Stewart shamefully can't recall who originally played mandolin on "Maggie May"), but virtually all of these performances are first-rate and fully deserving of their inclusion. Surprisingly--or perhaps not--Ringo Starr provides the highlight, recalling how his melancholy feeling of exclusion during the recording of the Beatles' White Album led him to take a holiday in Sardinia. It was there that he was inspired to write "Octopus's Garden," and his performance of that song--with his hand-picked band the All- Stars--is as purely delightful as the original recording. --Jeff Shannon
Customer Review: Decent collection
Nothing to write home about, but a nice set of performances from the Storytellers series, with a few good moments. For the price (and potential length) of a VHS tape, this could've been a lot longer (it's only about 40 minutes).


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A Song for You: Reality

A Song for You: Reality is a true story of a mans continued journey through life, singing lifes praises with determination to endure the challenges along the way, reaching its end, with a song for you. His persistence in learning to play the sax and playing it when others said he never would, is the testimony to the resilience needed to reach ones goal in life. This book is a song of hope and healing for anyone and everyone who is experiencing the realities of life, be it a life threatening illness, such as cancer or conflicts in the family that grow into secrets unspoken until becoming cancerous having to be removed. Through friendships, each having its own season, he comes to understand the melody of drama, the harmony of peace and the chords of sensitivity bound together making sense out of the pain and suffering that are like signs to live by on lifes journey. Having had a spiritual awakening to the silent and private pain of his mother, the author sees the reflection of her resilience. He recognizes it in other women and provides an opportunity for other men to experience it. This is a must read book.


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