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Tarfumes.com - Standing in the Shadows of Motown
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Manufacturer: Hip-O Records
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0044006469126
Format: Soundtrack
Label: Hip-O Records
Manufacturer: Hip-O Records
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Hip-O Records
Release Date: 2002-09-24
Studio: Hip-O Records
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Editorial Reviews:
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The phenomenal story of Motown has been told many times--so many in fact, that the notion of an untold part of its legacy seems far-fetched. But as the documentary film Standing in the Shadows of Motown demonstrates, there was more to the success of the Detroit-based label than singing babes in gowns and founder Berry Gordy's business acumen. There was also the self-named Funk Brothers: the session players putting the unforgettable guitar sounds into "You Keep Me Hangin' On" and the creeping bass line behind "I Heard It Through the Grapevine." These guys were a crucial piece of the puzzle but have remained largely anonymous. While the Standing documentary tells the Funk Brothers' story via interviews, stock footage, and still photos, the accompanying soundtrack takes liberties, pairing the surviving musicians with contemporary pop, R&B, and funk artists. Together, they faithfully recast Motown hits. What could have been a disaster--would you want to muck with "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"?--works beautifully, thanks both to the Brothers' chops and the thoughtful artist selection. While enlisting a soul brother like Ben Harper was a no-brainer, the inclusion of Joan Osborne was especially astute. After all, Osborne's deep connection to R&B is why her production of the Holmes Brothers' Speaking in Tongues disc was genius, and she acquits herself beautifully on "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave" and "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted." Similarly, bass boss Meshell Ndegeocello gives Chaka Khan competition in the gospel diva department. Bootsy Collins, Gerald Levert, and Montell Jordan also contribute. Motown purists may balk at this concept, but they'd have to agree these readings are smart, respectful, and very, very soulful. --Kim Hughes
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Summary: Two hours of heaven
Comment: The documentary is being played on cable this week, and for anyone who's never seen this, you are in for a treat. The musicianship is sublime--the surviving Funk Brothers backing Joan Osbourne, 'cello --both of these ladies awesome angels--Bootsy Collins, Ben Harper, Chaka Khan...I was so absorbed that I think I actually went into the tv set and became part of the film. As incredible as the performances are the stories of the musicians, their devotion to their craft and their instruments, to playing well and playing for pleasure, to using all their creativity to produce the sound.
Of course, when you learn of their being abandoned by the dude that made money off them, learn that Jamieson bought a scalped ticket to watch Motown 25 Live then died two weeks later, you are both saddened and outraged. But I'm glad this work set the story straight.
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Summary: great music
Comment: This is a great cd, I enjoyed it very much. If your any kind of motown fan it's a must have.
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Summary: Standing in the Shadows
Comment: Music very well done as are most vocals. Enjoyed it very much. Anyone who grew up on Motown will enjoy it.
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Summary: Greatest back up group of all time
Comment: This cd mirrors the DVD of the same title. These guys did all the backround bandwork for almost all of the motown hits. Great sound and well done. I buy copies used for friends who are awestruck upon listening to them...the Funk Bros.
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Summary: Awesome
Comment: I viewed this program on HBO and knew I must purchase the soundtrack. It is awesome! The music is subperb and learning about the Funk Brothers is a real piece of music history everyone who loves Motown should know.
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