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Immaculate Collection

The naughtily titled Immaculate Collection culls 15 of Madonna's Top 10 singles from 1984 to mid-'90, plus 2 new ones that continued the run (the dirty, trunk-bumping funk of "Justify My Love"--a Lenny Kravitz production that justifies his entire career--and the danceable desperation of "Rescue Me"). Rooted in disco and classic AM pop from girl groups and ABBA to Strawberry Alarm Clock, Madonna made savvy, touching music throughout her first golden era. These tracks retain their sonic and historical significance while, like "She Loves You" or "Rocket Man," still brightening any space they're being played in. Far more than just a wise, irreverent image-maker--like the Beatles or Elton, come to think of it--Madonna during these years was the gift that kept on giving, forever fresh, sexy, hooky, and joyously sharp. --Rickey Wright

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Immaculate

Madonna's "Immaculate Collection" is indeed immaculate. Nothing is left out (well, it came out in '90, so you won't find "Music" or any of her other more recent hits of course). The collection includes the huge pop, music-world changing hits "Like A Virgin", "Vogue", "La Isla Bonita", "Material Girl", "Holiday", "Papa Don't Preach", and my personal favorite, "Like a Prayer". If you love Madonna, Pop music, and music of the 80's (who doesn't?) then you absolutely NEED this collection. Buy it and I promise you will listen to it religiously. It's just got some of the best pop hits of all time, and you'll never get sick of 'em!

First Greatest Hits Collection

This is Madonna's first Greatest Hits collection and if you like her early 80s hits, this is a must-have!

1. Holiday - 4:04 - One's of Madonna's best songs. Her first single.

2. Lucky Star - 3:37 - The version here is cut by 2 minutes but it's still excellent.

3. Borderline - 4:00 - One of my favourite Madonna songs.

4. Like A Virgin - 3:11 - Excellent, her first US number one.

5. Material Girl - 3:53 - Another big hit, brilliant song.

6. Crazy For You - 3:43 - One of my favourite Madonna ballads.

7. Into The Groove - 4:10 - This is a fabulous, one of the best on the album.

8. Live To Tell - 5:19 - This version is cut by about 33 seconds. Good, but I prefer the album version.

9. Papa Don't Preach - 4:11 - I love this song, a Madonna classic.

10. Open Your Heart - 3:51 - One of her best effort's of the 80s.

11. La Isla Bonita - 3:48 - Another brilliant effort. I love it!

12. Like A Prayer - 5:52 - Beautiful. My favourite!

13. Express Yourself - 4:03 - Better than the album version.

14. Cherish - 3:52 - Great song, one of her best.

15. Vogue - 5:19 - A classic, this is the best version of Vogue.

16. Justify My Love - 5:01 - A new song at the time of this albums release, brilliant.

17. Rescue Me - 5:32 - A new song at the time of this albums release, a good song.

This is a brilliant Madonna album, one of her best. It sold 26 million worldwide and is her biggest selling album, if you don't have it click add to cart and BUY IT!!!

Five Stars For Madonna!

This is a must have for those seeking as much older Madonna music as they can get for the money. It is 17 tracks strong, with hit after hit. If you don't have these songs already, buy this.

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Keywords: Dance Music; Pop; Rock/Pop;

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Battlestar Galactica: Season One

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Futures

Soundtrack;

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Best Soundtrack Ever

I am an avid collector of movie and TV soundtracks, I have to say, this is one of the best ever I have bought. The music is moving, deep and often quite thought provoking. This is especially so if you have seen the show.

If you are a fan of the series then I strongly suggest you buy this soundtrack. Tracks 24 and 27 are my favourate from Kobol's last gleaming.

Good Listening!

I've enjoyed listening to Battlestar Galactica's soundtrack driving to work. The music is remarkably varied and dramatic in its own right. Listening to the CD has piqued my interest to watch the series on TV. I now want to see how the young composer's remarkable talent enhances the action happening on the screen.
I think Bear McCreary's special talents are a wonderful contribution to contemporary music.

Celtic Scifi?

If you like the series and noticed the music at times, then I think you will not be disappointed. I bought this CD mainly to enjoy while driving and while programming at work. There are only about 3 tracks that I didn't enjoy. Some tracks have a definite celtic influence that somehow works.

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Keywords: Film; Film Music; Pop; Soundtrack; Soundtracks & Film Scores; TV Soundtracks;

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The Cosmic Game

There's always been a psychedelic edge to Rob Garza and Eric Hilton's Thievery Corporation project. 2000's Mirror Conspiracy is a downtempo classic precisely because of its druggy expansiveness; sober listeners and saucer-eyed trippers alike could find common ground. Similarly esoteric and nocturnal, The Cosmic Game floats around the room on a wave of mystic beats and guest vocals from Perry Farrell, The Flaming Lips' Wayne Coyne, and David Byrne. Garza and Hilton are less devoted to non-electronic sources here than they were on The Richest Man in Babylon or The Outernational Sound, though their fascination with dub rhythms and world music remains intact. A fair amount of armchair travel is involved as you go from the late, late-night, beach-club-in-Jamaica sound of "Amerimacka," to the Brazilian percussion of "Ambicion Eterna" and "Pela Janela." But more than anything, the record feels like a return to the duo's own ethereal sonic roots. It's a nice blend of their music over the last half-decade for longtime fans, and a hazy glide down the rabbit hole for newcomers. --Matthew Cooke

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Great music

This CD is one of the best I have purchased in a while.

The dullest record in Babylon

I really wonder what most of the reviewers listen to actually.
This is a really dull album without any of the creativity and appeal of "The mirror conspiracy". The following "The richest man in Babylon" was a step back with the same use of chords and beats but this is too much! Reggaeish stuff mostly. Except the track with David Byrne that sounds fresh despite being very typical (Once in a liftime style) the rest is absolutely dull and good only for joint smokers. Which probably is what most of the enthusiastic reviewers are...LOL
Anyway still respect to the two guys for their past but next time please try something new

Phatty tunes

Phatty tunes... all with a new blend and mix of reggae, samba, symphony/electro, and euro taste.

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Keywords: Acid Jazz; Dance Music; Downbeat; Pop; Trip Hop; Trip-Hop; United States of America;

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French Cafe

Although far from definitive (no Edith Piaf in sight!), this enchanting compilation delivers a perfect aural snapshot of what spending a late summer afternoon in a French cafe actually feels like. The supreme elegance and understated approach that lie at the core of these 13 tracks will delight fans of sophisticated pop. As is the case with previous Putumayo releases, the sequencing is seamless, combining the endearingly old-fashioned flavor of George Brassens with the iconoclastic romanticism of George Gainsbourg and the sultry whispers of a youthful Brigitte Bardot. Better yet, the disc spends some valuable time introducing listeners to a new generation of French musicians who have embraced the traditional chanson format while incorporating fresh elements into the mix. Try the light-as-a-feather caress of female vocalist Enzo Enzo, the sweet playfulness of the electronica-informed Mathieu Boogaerts, and the irrepressible optimism of Paris Combo--a jazzy quintet that represents the French cafe ambiance at its cosmopolitan best. --Ernesto Lechner

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French Cafe

I was very pleased with this CD. An excellent sample of all kinds of different artists. I recommend this to anyone wanting a good sample of french music. I will pick out my best ones and look for these artists to find what music they have done. Once again, I recommend this.

Offbeat collection of fun French selections!

Well thought-out selection of various French cafe artists, nicely presented in one long playing CD. If you're in the mood for this genre of music, this ecclectic mix will be sure to delight. A real diverse group of artists, time periods and personalities.

This CD is Just Wonderful

This is how I've imagined the atmoshere of a French cafe would be...sophisticated, stimulating, with just a touch of fun! I truely enjoy this music and have already listened to this CD over and over. Studying the french language and planning a voyage to France in the near future, I wanted to familiarize myself with some of the music. This CD contains both recent and past icons of French music. I have just fallen in love with Paris Combo and plan to see them in concert when we do visit France. This music is definitely not for everybody but I was not the least bit disappointed. Great if you want a taste of the French culture in the form of their music!

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Keywords: France; French Pop; Int'l & World Music; Pop; V/A Compilations; World Beat Collections;

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