2 comments about The Prime of Antonio Carlos Jobim.

1. Jobim is supposed to have lived in California for a couple years in the middle 60's, 3 LP's are supposed to have come out of this time period.
   
   They contain some of my favorite instrumentals and vocals by Jobim.
   
   A Felicidade absolutely knocks me out every time I hear it, I never tire after repeated listening.
   
   Truly, the songs Zingaro, Favela, Surfboard, Samba Do Aviao, Aqua De Beber, Outra Vez, So Tinha Der Ser Com Voce... well, swing.
   
   This box set is faithful to the original Warner Bros. LP's, all the original liner notes, artwork, and order of the songs are here, along with some new liner notes to bring everything up to date.
   
   Buying and listening to The Prime Of Antonio Carlos Jobim is like walking to the beach, finding a place to sit down and pushing your toes in the sand.
   
   I love the picture of Jobim on the front cover in a green short sleeve shirt, long hair and big moustache.
   
   He resembles a Science Teacher!
   
   In a way, I guess he is, he sure knows how to stew up some serious chemicals.
   
   The songs will tug on your heart strings and fill you with great longing.
   
   Guaranteed.



2. These 3 records were out of market. It was a very good ideia put them together.

4 comments about Essential Guide to Salsa.

1. If I had known about this CD perhaps 1 year ago, I would have saved myself a lot of money, trying to get 5-star danceable songs by buying entire albums for perhaps 1 or 2 songs. Well, this CD has just exactly what a salsa dancer needs: a lot of variety, good coverage of artists. The songs go from the 1960s/70s classic to more recent, 1990s songs / artists.
   
   Between the 3 CDs you will get 36 very good quality songs, and among those 36 you will even discover artist you did not know about. And that's the goal of a good compilation - enticing you with good artists and songs that you know and helping you discover those you did not.
   
   I would highly recommend buying this compilation to any salsa aficionado, dancer or not.



2. <><>"Buy this ONLY if you are tone deaf!"<><>
   --well skippy, not sure what you're listening to, but seeing as this is a COMPILATION set it would have been better if you had actually said something helpful.
   
   <><>"... the musicians continuously lose track of the key... they go flat, or they go sharp on so many notes that anyone with even a modicum of music ability will find their head hurts after listening to this..."<><>
   --As your review stands now it sounds like you were listening to a completely different album since --I reiterate-- this is a COMPILATION. I curious to know which of the 40 or so artists you are refering too, or which of the 40+ songs you are refering to.
   <><>"Do not buy....(frankly, I'm amazed the recording passed quality check at any recording studio!!!!... so off key!!!!)"<><>
   --Again as this is a COMPILATION spaning from the 1950's to present and as such there are bound to be differences in the recording quality between 1950 and now. I think you may have submitted the review for the wrong album...next time make sure you double check. Now on to the actual review.
   
   I CANNOT say enough good things about this box set. John Child's does a superb job in selecting the music. There is something in there for everyone. He includes New York Salsa Dura, colombian salsa, Mambo, he gives you a little bit of everything. As for the quality of the recordings, top notch, no complains, go out and buy it!!!



3. Buy this ONLY if you are tone deaf!... the musicians continuously lose track of the key... they go flat, or they go sharp on so many notes that anyone with even a modicum of music ability will find their head hurts after listening to this...
   
   Do not buy....
   
   (frankly, I'm amazed the recording passed quality check at any recording studio!!!!... so off key!!!!)



4. I've been a salsa dj for about six years now and I have to say this is one of the best compilations I have ever come across. John Child, who put this collection together really knows his stuff and it shows. He's a regular contributor to descarga.com a well know webstie for hard to find latin music. This collection is a great introduction to different styles of salsa ranging from the 50's and 60's to present and not a single song in this collection dissapoints. If you are new to salsa and want a good starting point GET THIS BOX SET. Even for the most seasoned veteran and the most discerning ear, this collection will not dissapoint. Salsa instructors who are looking for something to recommend for your students...this is it, again you will not be dissapointed. Kudos to John Child from DJ Rod "El Moreno De La Salsa"

No comments about Las Grandes Sesiones de la Salsa, Vol. 2.

2 comments about Juan Gabriel 25 Aniversario 1971-1975, Vol. 1 [5-CD Set].

1. juan gabriel is one of the best singer and writer of our music with this box we can enjoy his best hits



2. Juan gabriel is one of the best singers and composers of our music.With this 5 cd box with more than fifty songs we can listen to all the hits without having to repete one song more than one time in all cds.

No comments about Serie de Oro: Y las Mas Famosas Chicas del Rock.

5 comments about Mis Primeros Exitos.

1. Alejandro is just as awesome as his father (Vicente Fernandez). They both have their own style, but they are both incredible in their own way. I love to see them sing together! If you don't own it I reccommend you buy it while you still can. Te puedo segurar que no te vas awuitar!



2. I love Alejandro's music, his voice is like sweet melody to my ears. I recommend for couples that just want to enjoy some quality time together to put any one of his CDs on the CD player and I guarantee you will be feeling the words to the songs deep in your soul.



3. Alejandro's voice is the most glorious sound I've ever heard. The beauty of it can change your mood and the atmosphere around you. It's changed my life.

   This is a wonderful, affordable package. It's a lovely box with the 3 original CDs individually wrapped inside. It contains his debut at the age of 21, "Alejandro Fernández" ('92), "Piel de Niña" ('93), and one of my favorites, "A la Manera", from '94.

   In my treasured Alejandro collection, I have him singing 99 songs, and every one of them is a gem. Here are 38 of the early ones. He's the best of the best and has no equal.

   Alejandro, que Dios te bendiga, y gracias por la musica que has dado al mundo.




4. Esta coleccion contiene tres discos compactos. Son unos discos extraordinarios y mas aun por el precio. Se pueden escuchar las mejores canciones de Alejandro Fernandez en sus inicios. Se los recomiendo a todos los aficionados a la musica de este popular cantante mexicano.



5. Alejandro Fernandez, follows his father's steps in introducing himself as a potent singer for romantic and mariachi-pop style songs. Great voice, no comparison.

No comments about Archetypal Transformation.

No comments about Momentos de Colección.

No comments about Pure Latino.

1 comments about Coleccion de Oro.

1. If you are into big orchestra sound with a cuban flavor, this is just for you. Carlos Campos was a composer and director for danzones. This is a great music to listen on a hot summer day.