Een schitterende dvd van Andr Rieu 25 uur hartverwarmende muziek en prachtige beelden helemaal opgenomen in Wenen d hoofdstad van de wereld als het om muziek gaat. Heerlijke Weense walsen liedjes en marsen beroemde Weense operettes dansen schitterende kostuums het Johann Strauss Orkest vrolijk schaatsend voor het Wiener Rathaus natuurlijk op een Weense wals de gouden koets met zes witte paardenhellip en vanzelfsprekend Andr in zijn glansrol als dirigent violist en entertainer bovendien. Kortom je komt ogen en oren te kort als je al dit moois in je op wilt nemen Maar gelukkig kun je een dvd altijd weer opnieuw opzetten en genieten.Samen met Andr rijd je in een Fiaker door de stad langs alle beroemde kastelen en monumenten en samen met hem geniet je van al het moois dat Wenen te bieden heeft. Niet op de laatste plaats van de heerlijke Weense muziek natuurlijk.Om maar een paar muzikale hoogtepunten te noemen Frhlingsstimmenwalzer Wiener Blut An der schnen blauen Donau Gr mir mein Wien Wien bleibt Wien Komm mit nach Varasdin Heutrsquo ist der schnste Tag in meinem Leben Ballade pour AdelinehellipMedewerkenden zijn het Johann Strauss Orkest de Platin Tenors de sopranen Mirusia Louwerse en Kimmy Skota de Wiener Debtanten en de knappe Weense actrice Barbara Wussow. Samen met haar gunt Andr je ook een kijkje achter de schermen en laat hij je o.a. zien hoe hij het beroemde kasteel Schnbrunn nabouwde.Een complete verrassing voor Andr is het moment waarop hij niets vermoedend de Marmorsaal van het schitterende kasteel Belvedre binnenkomt en daar het Gouden Ereteken van Verdienste ontvangt een eervolle onderscheiding voor deze ware ambassadeur van de Weense muziek in de hele wereld. Andr is zichtbaar ontroerd en speelt als dank een nieuwe wals die hij speciaal voor zijn fans over de hele wereld heeft gecomponeerd de ldquoWiener Festwalzerrdquo een heerlijke feestelijke wals die alles biedt wat een Weense wals moet hebben allure vrolijkheid elegance intimiteit en romantiek.Het absolute hoogtepunt van deze nieuwe dvd is de wereldpremire van de wals van Sir Anthony Hopkins lsquoAnd the Walz goes onrsquo. Diep gemotioneerd is Sir Anthony als Andr zijn grote held dit prachtige stuk speelt. Wees getuige van dit unieke optredenSpeelduur 175 min.Leeftijd OnbekendProductiejaar 2011

Een schitterende dvd van André Rieu, 2,5 uur hartverwarmende muziek en prachtige beelden, helemaal opgenomen in Wenen, dé hoofdstad van de wereld als het om muziek gaat. Heerlijke Weense walsen, liedjes en marsen, beroemde Weense operettes, dansen, schitterende kostuums, het Johann Strauss Orkest vrolijk schaatsend voor het Wiener Rathaus, natuurlijk op een Weense wals, de gouden koets met zes witte paarden en vanzelfsprekend André in zijn glansrol als dirigent, violist en entertainer bovendien. Kortom je komt ogen en oren te kort als je al dit moois in je op wilt nemen! Maar gelukkig kun je een dvd altijd weer opnieuw opzetten en genieten.Samen met André rijd je in een Fiaker door de stad langs alle beroemde kastelen en monumenten, en samen met hem geniet je van al het moois dat Wenen te bieden heeft. Niet op de laatste plaats van de heerlijke Weense muziek natuurlijk.Om maar een paar muzikale hoogtepunten te noemen: Frühlingsstimmenwalzer, Wiener Blut, An der schönen blauen Donau, Grüß mir mein Wien, Wien bleibt Wien, Komm mit nach Varasdin, Heut ist der schönste Tag in meinem Leben, Ballade pour Adeline Medewerkenden zijn: het Johann Strauss Orkest, de Platin Tenors, de sopranen Mirusia Louwerse en Kimmy Skota, de Wiener Debütanten en de knappe Weense actrice Barbara Wussow. Samen met haar gunt André je ook een kijkje achter de schermen en laat hij je o.a. zien hoe hij het beroemde kasteel Schönbrunn nabouwde.Een complete verrassing voor André is het moment waarop hij niets vermoedend de Marmorsaal van het schitterende kasteel Belvedère binnenkomt en daar het Gouden Ereteken van Verdienste ontvangt, een eervolle onderscheiding voor deze ware ambassadeur van de Weense muziek in de hele wereld. André is zichtbaar ontroerd en speelt als dank een nieuwe wals die hij speciaal voor zijn fans over de hele wereld heeft gecomponeerd, de Wiener Festwalzer , een heerlijke, feestelijke wals die alles biedt wat een Weense wals moet hebben: allure, vrolijkheid, elegance, intimiteit en romantiek.Het absolute hoogtepunt van deze nieuwe dvd is de wereldpremière van de wals van Sir Anthony Hopkins `And the Walz goes on . Diep geëmotioneerd is Sir Anthony als André, zijn grote held, dit prachtige stuk speelt. Wees getuige van dit unieke optreden!

Een schitterende dvd van André Rieu, 2,5 uur hartverwarmende muziek en prachtige beelden, helemaal opgenomen in Wenen, dé hoofdstad van de wereld als het om muziek gaat. Heerlijke Weense walsen, liedjes en marsen, beroemde Weense operettes, dansen, schitterende kostuums, het Johann Strauss Orkest vrolijk schaatsend voor het Wiener Rathaus, natuurlijk op een Weense wals, de gouden koets met zes witte paarden en vanzelfsprekend André in zijn glansrol als dirigent, violist en entertainer bovendien. Kortom je komt ogen en oren te kort als je al dit moois in je op wilt nemen! Maar gelukkig kun je een dvd altijd weer opnieuw opzetten en genieten.Samen met André rijd je in een Fiaker door de stad langs alle beroemde kastelen en monumenten, en samen met hem geniet je van al het moois dat Wenen te bieden heeft. Niet op de laatste plaats van de heerlijke Weense muziek natuurlijk.Om maar een paar muzikale hoogtepunten te noemen: Frühlingsstimmenwalzer, Wiener Blut, An der schönen blauen Donau, Grüß mir mein Wien, Wien bleibt Wien, Komm mit nach Varasdin, Heut ist der schönste Tag in meinem Leben, Ballade pour Adeline Medewerkenden zijn: het Johann Strauss Orkest, de Platin Tenors, de sopranen Mirusia Louwerse en Kimmy Skota, de Wiener Debütanten en de knappe Weense actrice Barbara Wussow. Samen met haar gunt André je ook een kijkje achter de schermen en laat hij je o.a. zien hoe hij het beroemde kasteel Schönbrunn nabouwde.Een complete verrassing voor André is het moment waarop hij niets vermoedend de Marmorsaal van het schitterende kasteel Belvedère binnenkomt en daar het Gouden Ereteken van Verdienste ontvangt, een eervolle onderscheiding voor deze ware ambassadeur van de Weense muziek in de hele wereld. André is zichtbaar ontroerd en speelt als dank een nieuwe wals die hij speciaal voor zijn fans over de hele wereld heeft gecomponeerd, de Wiener Festwalzer , een heerlijke, feestelijke wals die alles biedt wat een Weense wals moet hebben: allure, vrolijkheid, elegance, intimiteit en romantiek.Het absolute hoogtepunt van deze nieuwe dvd is de wereldpremière van de wals van Sir Anthony Hopkins `And the Walz goes on . Diep geëmotioneerd is Sir Anthony als André, zijn grote held, dit prachtige stuk speelt. Wees getuige van dit unieke optreden!

Een schitterende dvd van Andr Rieu, 2,5 uur hartverwarmende muziek en prachtige beelden, helemaal opgenomen in Wenen, d hoofdstad van de wereld als het om muziek gaat. Heerlijke Weense walsen, liedjes en marsen, beroemde Weense operettes, dansen, sch

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`The Waltz must go on, was de wens van de 19jarige Sir Anthony Hopkins toen hij een wals componeerde. Nu ruim 40 jaar later gaat zijn wens in vervulling. Andr Rieu arrangeert zijn stuk met succes; de wereldpremire van And the Waltz goes on is een fe

`The Waltz must go on, was de wens van de 19 jarige Sir Anthony Hopkins toen hij een wals componeerde. Nu ruim 40 jaar later gaat zijn wens in vervulling. Andr Rieu arrangeert zijn stuk met succes; de wereldpremire van And the Waltz goes on is een f

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Tracklist 1 The other side of me Neil Sedaka 2 Standing on the inside Neil Sedaka 3 The miracle song Neil Sedaka 4 The queen of 1964 Neil Sedaka 5 Our last song together Neil Sedaka 6 Inseparable Neil Sedaka 7 Oh Carol Neil Sedaka 8 Happy birthday sweet sixteen Neil Sedaka 9 Where the boys are Neil Sedaka 10 Calendar girl Neil Sedaka 11 You Neil Sedaka 12 Cardboard California Neil Sedaka 13 Laughter in the rain Neil Sedaka 14 Should have never let you go Dara Sedaka 15 Is this the way to Amarillo Tony Christie 16 Solitaire Neil Sedaka 17 Never again Neil Sedaka 18 Betty Grable Neil Sedaka 19 Breaking up is hard to do Neil Sedaka 20 Stairway to heaven Neil Sedaka 21 One way ticket to the blues Neil Sedaka 22 I go ape Neil Sedaka 23 The hungry years Neil Sedaka 24 Fantasy impromptu Neil Sedaka 25 Superbird Neil Sedaka 26 The immigrant Neil Sedaka 27 Love will keep us together Neil Sedaka 28 Thats when the music takes me Neil Sedaka 29 Interview Paul Gambaccini

Technology has greatly increased the speed at which musical novelty becomes trend and then total market saturation -- to the point that not even the most extreme sounds are safe from excessive repetition. This is said by way of introduction because Germany's Alpinist fall into the same, all too abruptly jam-packed, black-crust-core category, which of late has been bursting at the seams with bands like Black Breath, Trap Them, the Secret, and the list goes on.... Yes, there are certainly distinctions between all these, depending on who's blacker, crustier, or core-ummmm-ier, but try telling that to average Joe buying public -- the minutiae can be baffling. Having said that, let's now give due credit to Alpinist's distinctly hardcore-focused brand of black-crust-core, as profiled by this combo CD pairing the group's first two, vinyl-only LPs -- Lichtlærm and Minus.Mensch -- into one handy introductory package. Not only do standout offerings like 'Aidt,' 'Project Fatigue,' and 'Nighttime Poet Daytime Dead' keep things interesting with lots of independent guitar parts bouncing off each other, they avoid the common, boredom-inducing mistake of pursuing total sonic Armageddon at all times (though Alpinist can pull that stunt too, if it's your thing, ergo 'Schalterhygiene,' 'Delta Flood of Ignorance', etc.). Heck, a few cuts even lock into rather slow tempos for the duration (see 'Yarncarrier and Break,' 'This Song Will Not Save Your Life'), while others are comprised of nothing but instrumental sound collages ('Light,' 'Laerm,' 'Outro'). As a result of this punk-sourced variety, it's pretty easy to pinpoint Oregonian legends Tragedy as Alpinist's biggest single influence, but that shouldn't diminish recognition for the Germans' ability to bake their own cupcakes with that recipe. Lichtlærm and Minus.Mensch are both mighty fine cupcakes (the first slightly more savory than the second), even if this crust-core bakery appears to be sprouting new franchises faster than consumers may care for. ~ Eduardo Rivadavia

Technology has greatly increased the speed at which musical novelty becomes trend and then total market saturation -- to the point that not even the most extreme sounds are safe from excessive repetition. This is said by way of introduction because Germany's Alpinist fall into the same, all too abruptly jam-packed, black-crust-core category, which of late has been bursting at the seams with bands like Black Breath, Trap Them, the Secret, and the list goes on.... Yes, there are certainly distinctions between all these, depending on who's blacker, crustier, or core-ummmm-ier, but try telling that to average Joe buying public -- the minutiae can be baffling. Having said that, let's now give due credit to Alpinist's distinctly hardcore-focused brand of black-crust-core, as profiled by this combo CD pairing the group's first two, vinyl-only LPs -- Lichtlærm and Minus.Mensch -- into one handy introductory package. Not only do standout offerings like 'Aidt,' 'Project Fatigue,' and 'Nighttime Poet Daytime Dead' keep things interesting with lots of independent guitar parts bouncing off each other, they avoid the common, boredom-inducing mistake of pursuing total sonic Armageddon at all times (though Alpinist can pull that stunt too, if it's your thing, ergo 'Schalterhygiene,' 'Delta Flood of Ignorance', etc.). Heck, a few cuts even lock into rather slow tempos for the duration (see 'Yarncarrier and Break,' 'This Song Will Not Save Your Life'), while others are comprised of nothing but instrumental sound collages ('Light,' 'Laerm,' 'Outro'). As a result of this punk-sourced variety, it's pretty easy to pinpoint Oregonian legends Tragedy as Alpinist's biggest single influence, but that shouldn't diminish recognition for the Germans' ability to bake their own cupcakes with that recipe. Lichtlærm and Minus.Mensch are both mighty fine cupcakes (the first slightly more savory than the second), even if this crust-core bakery appears to be sprouting new franchises faster than consumers may care for. ~ Eduardo Rivadavia

As one of the most massive and successful business sectors, the pharmaceutical industry is a potent force for good in the community, yet its behaviour is frequently questioned: could it serve society at large better than it has done in the recent past? Its own internal ethics, both in business and science, may need a careful reappraisal, as may the extent to which the law - administrative, civil and criminal - succeeds in guiding (and where neccessary contraining) it. The rules of behavior that may be considered to apply to today's pharmaceutical industry have emerged over a very long period and the process goes on. Even the immensely detailed standards for quality, safety and efficacy laid down in drug law and regulation during the second half of the twentieth century have their limitations as tools for ensuring that the public interest is well served. In particular, national and regional regulatory agencies are heavily dependent on industrial data for their decision-making, their standards and competence vary, and even the existing network of agencies does not cover the entire world. What is more there are many areas of law and regulation affecting the industry, concerning for example the pricing of medicines, the conduct of clinical studies, the health protection of workers and concern for the environment. In some fields it is indeed hardly possible to maintain standards through regulation.Professor N.M. Graham Dukes, a physician and lawyer with long term experience in industrial research management, academic study and international drug policy, provides here a powerfully documented analysis into the way this industry thinks, acts, and is viewed, and examines the current trends pointing to change.*Provides a balanced picture of the current role of the pharmaceutical industry in society*Includes indices of conventions, laws, and regulations; as well as judicial and disciplinary cases*This is the only book addressing the legal implications of big pharma activities and ethical standards

This new text is a detailed study of an important process in modern Indian history. During the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, India experienced an intellectual renaissance, which owed as much to the influx of new ideas from the West as to traditional religious and cultural insights. Gosling examines the effects of the introduction of Western science into India, and the relationship between Indian traditions of thought and secular Western scientific doctrine. He charts the early development of science in India, its role in the secularization of Indian society, and the subsequent reassertion, adaptation and rejection of traditional modes of thought. The beliefs of key Indian scientists, including Jagadish Chandra Bose, P.C. Roy and S.N. Bose are explored and the book goes on to reflect upon how individual scientists could still accept particular religious beliefs such as reincarnation, cosmology, miracles and prayer. Science and the Indian Tradition gives an in-depth assessment of results of the introduction of Western science into India, and will be of interest to scholars of Indian history and those interested in the interaction between Western and Indian traditions of intellectual thought.

For the estimated 2 million families in the United States waiting to adopt a child, the decision of which avenue to pursue can be overwhelming: domestic or international, older child versus younger, children with special needs--and the list goes on. This title offers all the information any potential or newly adoptive parent might need. This essential guidebook is packed with reassuring advice on how to handle the most common issues: questions to ask before adopting; bonding techniques--from newborn to teenager; adopting children with special needs; navigating international adoptions; helping the adopted child understand and cope with feelings of loss and abandonment; and navigating blended families, single parenting, or same-sex partnerships. With this book by their side, adoptive parents will bond with their child for a lifetime!

Polls consistently show that most Americans are progressives at heart. By margins of at least two to one, we favor affordable healthcare for all, even if it means raising taxes; want federal action to combat global warming; support stricter gun control; don't want Roe vs. Wade overturned; and the list goes on. So why is it so hard for progressive candidates to win elections?Because, says Bernie Horn, most progressives don't know how to explain their ideas in ways that resonate with "e;persuadables"e;-the significant slice of the electorate who don't instantly identify as Democrats or Republicans. These are the voters who swing elections. There's been a lot of theoretical discussion about framing lately, but Framing the Future isn't theory-the concepts outlined have been used successfully by progressive candidates across the nation, even in such conservative bastions as Montana, Arizona, and Florida. Drawing on rigorous polling data and his own experience as a veteran political consultant, Horn explains how persuadable voters think about issues and make political decisions and why, as a result, the usual progressive approaches are practically designed to fail with them. He offers a crash course in the nuts and bolts of framing and shows how to use three bedrock American values-freedom, opportunity, and security-to frame progressive positions in a way that creates a consistent, unified political vision that will appeal to persuadable voters. He even offers advice on specific words and phrases to use when talking about a variety of issues and ideas.

Polls consistently show that most Americans are progressives at heart. By margins of at least two to one, we favor affordable healthcare for all, even if it means raising taxes; want federal action to combat global warming; support stricter gun control; don't want Roe vs. Wade overturned; and the list goes on. So why is it so hard for progressive candidates to win elections?Because, says Bernie Horn, most progressives don't know how to explain their ideas in ways that resonate with "e;persuadables"e;-the significant slice of the electorate who don't instantly identify as Democrats or Republicans. These are the voters who swing elections. There's been a lot of theoretical discussion about framing lately, but Framing the Future isn't theory-the concepts outlined have been used successfully by progressive candidates across the nation, even in such conservative bastions as Montana, Arizona, and Florida. Drawing on rigorous polling data and his own experience as a veteran political consultant, Horn explains how persuadable voters think about issues and make political decisions and why, as a result, the usual progressive approaches are practically designed to fail with them. He offers a crash course in the nuts and bolts of framing and shows how to use three bedrock American values-freedom, opportunity, and security-to frame progressive positions in a way that creates a consistent, unified political vision that will appeal to persuadable voters. He even offers advice on specific words and phrases to use when talking about a variety of issues and ideas.

Het fotoboek van Rens Plaschek over de 'ouwe rockers' in Nederland. Met 148 pagina grootte zwart/wit foto's en een korte biografie. Zwart linnen gebonden met omslag.
mooi exemplaar.

Tracklist Here Come The Girls DoeErnie K. . Whatever You Want MilianChristina BuddenJoe . Hot In Herre Nelly . Never Leave You Uh Ooh Uh Ooh Lumidee . A thousand miles CarltonVanessa . No tomorrow Orson . Life is a rollercoaster KeatingRonan . Lovefool CardigansThe . I think were alone now Tiffany . Baby I dont care Transvision Vamp . If I could turn back time Cher . The clapping song Belle StarsThe . Breakout Swing Out Sister . A night to remember Shalamar . Free Ultra Nat . Finally PenistonCece . Gypsy Woman La Da Dee La Da Da WatersCrystal . Never can say goodbye GaynorGloria . It feels so good Sonique . Fantasy Appleton . Ladies night Kool The Gang . I will survive GaynorGloria . Somebody elses guy BrownJocelyn . Car Wash Rose Royce . Oops upside your head Gap BandThe . Youre the firstthe lastmy everything WhiteBarry . Love to love you baby SummerDonna . Funkytown Lipps Inc. . Last night a DJ saved my life Indeep . Rhythm of the night DeBarge . Upside down RossDiana . Touch me all night long DennisCathy . Never knew love like this before MillsStephanie . Contact StarrEdwin . Aint no stoppin us now McFadden Whitehead . I can make you feel good Shalamar . Strut your funky stuff Frantique . Darlin darlin baby Sweet tender love OJaysThe . Lets Go Round Again Average White Band . History Mai Tai . Flashdance What A Feeling CaraIrene . Hot stuff SummerDonna . Get down on it Kool The Gang . Build me up buttercup FoundationsThe . Dancing in the street ReevesMartha The Vandellas . Baby love SupremesThe . I Love The Nightlife Disco round BridgesAlicia . Band of gold PayneFreda . Dont let it go to your head CarnJean . Think about it CollinsLyn . I believe in miracles Jackson Sisters . Dont leave me this way HoustonThelma . Let the music play Shannon . Can You Handle It ReddSharon . Single life Cameo . Aint nothin goin on but the rent GuthrieGwen . All night long Mary Jane Girls . Lets talk about sex Salt n Pepa . Apparently Nothin Young Disciples . Its Too Late Quartz CarollDina . Do you love me ContoursThe . You cant hurry love SupremesThe . I want you back Jackson 5The . I Only Want To Be With You SpringfieldDusty . Love Is Like A Heat Wave ReevesMartha The Vandellas . Mr. big stuff KnightJean . Here I am Come and take me GreenAl . Love machine MiraclesThe . Nights over Egypt Jones Girls . And the beat goes on WhispersThe . Treat her like a lady TemptationsThe . Tear Your Playhouse Down PeeblesAnn . Toms Diner DNA mix VegaSuzanne . Sign Of The Times Belle StarsThe . Teardrops Womack Womack . I love your smile Shanice . Always there Incognito BrownJocelyn . Was that all it was CarnJean . Its not unusual JonesTom . Dance the night away MavericksThe . I just want to make love to you JamesEtta . Son of a preacher man SpringfieldDusty . Downtown ClarkPetula . Rescue me BassFontella . I cant stand the rain PeeblesAnn . Love and happiness GreenAl . Dreams Gabrielle . What I am BrickellEdie New Bohemians . Whats Up 4 Non Blondes . Stop BrownSam . The first cut is the deepest ArnoldP.P. . Love and affection ArmatradingJoan . Piano in the dark RussellBrenda . If I cant have you EllimanYvonne . I found someone Cher . My one temptation ParisMica . Say what you want Texas . Save the best for last WilliamsVanessa . Were all alone CoolidgeRita . Show me heaven McKeeMaria

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Baby don’t go, Just you, Sing C’est la vie, I got you babe, Why don’t they let us fall in love, Laugh at me, But you’re mine, The revolution kind, What now my love, Have I stayed too long, Leave me be, Little man, Living for you, Love don’t come, The beat goes on, A beautiful story, It’s the little things, My best friend’s girl is out of sight, Good combination,I got you babe, Hello.

Web users are getting tired of the traditional web experience. They get frustrated losing their scroll position; they get annoyed waiting for refresh; they struggle to reorient themselves on every new page. And the list goes on. With asynchronous JavaScript and XML, known as 'Ajax,' you can give them a better experience. Once users have experienced an Ajax interface, they hate to go back. Ajax is a new way of thinking that can result in a flowing and intuitive interaction with the user. Ajax in Action helps you implement that thinking - it explains how to distribute the application between the client and the server (hint: use a 'nested MVC' design) while retaining the integrity of the system. You will learn how to ensure your app is flexible and maintainable, and how good, structured design can help avoid problems like browser incompatibilities. Along the way it helps you unlearn many old coding habits. Above all, it opens your mind to the many advantages gained by placing much of the processing in the browser. If you are a web developer who has prior experience with web technologies, this book is for you. What's Inside - Ajax principles; - Why Ajax design patterns matter; - How to avoid Ajax pitfalls; - Examples of Ajax in action: type-ahead suggest, live searching using XSL, " many more; - Examples using Ajax frameworks: Prototype, Scriptaculous, x and Rico; - Ajax usability, security, and performance.

Val's Blog "A tremendously useful field guide specifically written for developers down in the trenches...waiting for the killer solution..." Web users are getting tired of the traditional web experience. They get frustrated losing their scroll position; they get annoyed waiting for refresh; they struggle to reorient themselves on every new page. And the list goes on. With asynchronous JavaScript and XML, known as "Ajax," you can give them a better experience. Once users have experienced an Ajax

Web users are getting tired of the traditional web experience. They get frustrated losing their scroll position; they get annoyed waiting for refresh; they struggle to reorient themselves on every new page. And the list goes on. With asynchronous JavaScript and XML, known as 'Ajax,' you can give them a better experience. Once users have experienced an Ajax interface, they hate to go back. Ajax is a new way of thinking that can result in a flowing and intuitive interaction with the user. Ajax in Action helps you implement that thinking - it explains how to distribute the application between the client and the server (hint: use a 'nested MVC' design) while retaining the integrity of the system. You will learn how to ensure your app is flexible and maintainable, and how good, structured design can help avoid problems like browser incompatibilities. Along the way it helps you unlearn many old coding habits. Above all, it opens your mind to the many advantages gained by placing much of the processing in the browser. If you are a web developer who has prior experience with web technologies, this book is for you. What's Inside - Ajax principles; - Why Ajax design patterns matter; - How to avoid Ajax pitfalls; - Examples of Ajax in action: type-ahead suggest, live searching using XSL, " many more; - Examples using Ajax frameworks: Prototype, Scriptaculous, x and Rico; - Ajax usability, security, and performance.

As Inspector Jefe Javier Falc-n investigates the case of a faceless, mutilated corpse, the beautiful city of Seville is rocked by a massive explosion. The discovery of a mosque in the basement of a devastated apartment building confirms everybody's fears of terrorism. Panic sweeps the city and the region goes on red alert. As more bodies are dragged from the rubble, the media interest and political pressure intensify and Falc-n suspects that all is not what it appears to be. Just as he comes clo

As London simmers through a heat wave, racial tension mounts in the East End. A religious leader dies, a political leader fans the flames, an immigrant community’s anger grows. Then an arsonist sets fire to an Asian cinema leaving hundreds dead, and the mob goes on a rampage. Their first target is the fire department. Jay’s stumbled into a whirlwind of violence and drug dealing, and to get out alive, he’ll have to nail a brutal criminal.

Praise for Pattern, Price & Time Second Edition"e;Jim's breadth of knowledge spans futures, Forex, stocks, Gann, charting, price patterns, and the list goes on and on. He is a valued contributor to the TraderPlanet.com community and this book further demonstrates his unwavering commitment to educating traders to help them become more successful."e; —Lane J. Mendelsohn, Publisher, TraderPlanet.com"e;James Hyerczyk provides an illuminating guide to the fascinating world of Gann Theory and the combined analysis of price, pattern, and time. This book is very interesting from both a historical and practical technical perspective."e;—Dan Blystone, Editor, TradersLog.com"e;I have known James Hyerczyk since 1991. I have always valued W. D. Gann's methods. Reading Jim's book, Pattern, Price & Time, Second Edition is a good way to get started in learning the concepts of Gann's methodology. I highly recommend this book."e; -—Michael Popilchak, Director of Sales & Marketing, The Sweet Futures Division of Rosenthal Collins Group LLC "e;Hunting out good opportunities involves good tracking. Jim has taken his vast experience with Gann's proven technical analysis, to show the savvy investor the foot prints in the snow to find those successful trades. As the Chief Investment Officer of LaSalle St. Securities, I have found over the last thirty-five years that good technical analysis is invaluable."e;—Jay C. Carstensen, Chief Investment Officer, LaSalle St. Securities, LLC

Praise for Pattern, Price & Time Second Edition"e;Jim's breadth of knowledge spans futures, Forex, stocks, Gann, charting, price patterns, and the list goes on and on. He is a valued contributor to the TraderPlanet.com community and this book further demonstrates his unwavering commitment to educating traders to help them become more successful."e; —Lane J. Mendelsohn, Publisher, TraderPlanet.com"e;James Hyerczyk provides an illuminating guide to the fascinating world of Gann Theory and the combined analysis of price, pattern, and time. This book is very interesting from both a historical and practical technical perspective."e;—Dan Blystone, Editor, TradersLog.com"e;I have known James Hyerczyk since 1991. I have always valued W. D. Gann's methods. Reading Jim's book, Pattern, Price & Time, Second Edition is a good way to get started in learning the concepts of Gann's methodology. I highly recommend this book."e; -—Michael Popilchak, Director of Sales & Marketing, The Sweet Futures Division of Rosenthal Collins Group LLC "e;Hunting out good opportunities involves good tracking. Jim has taken his vast experience with Gann's proven technical analysis, to show the savvy investor the foot prints in the snow to find those successful trades. As the Chief Investment Officer of LaSalle St. Securities, I have found over the last thirty-five years that good technical analysis is invaluable."e;—Jay C. Carstensen, Chief Investment Officer, LaSalle St. Securities, LLC

Tracklist 1 Wiener melange Andr? Rieu 1 Wiener melange DVD Andr? Rieu 2 Wiener melange DVD Andr? Rieu 2 The wedding march Hochzeitmarsch Andr? Rieu 3 Hoch sollen sie leben Andr? Rieu 3 The wedding march Hochzeitmarsch DVD Andr? Rieu 4 Vienna blood Wiener Blut Andr? Rieu 4 Hoch sollen sie leben DVD Andr? Rieu 5 Vienna blood Wiener Blut DVD Andr? Rieu 5 Plaisir damour Andr? Rieu 6 Plaisir damour DVD Andr? Rieu 6 Figaro cavatina Andr? Rieu 7 Dancing through the skies Ich tanze mit dir in dem Himmel hinein Andr? Rieu 7 Figaro cavatina DVD Andr? Rieu 8 Dancing through the skies Ich tanze mit dir in dem Himmel hinein DVD Andr? Rieu 8 E lucevan le stelle Andr? Rieu 9 Im off to chez Maxim Dageh ich zu Maxim Andr? Rieu 9 E lucevan le stelle DVD Andr? Rieu 10 Esp?na Ca?i Andr? Rieu 10 Im off to chez Maxim Dageh ich zu Maxim DVD Andr? Rieu 11 I hear the sound of cymbals H?r ich Cymbalkl?nge Andr? Rieu 11 Esp?na Ca?i DVD Andr? Rieu 12 Wer uns getraut Andr? Rieu 12 I hear the sound of cymbals H?r ich Cymbalkl?nge DVD Andr? Rieu 13 You and you waltz Du und du Andr? Rieu 13 Wer uns getraut DVD Andr? Rieu 14 Wishing you were somehow here again Andr? Rieu 14 You and you waltz Du und du DVD Andr? Rieu 15 All I ask of you Andr? Rieu 15 Wishing you were somehow here again DVD Andr? Rieu 16 All I ask of you DVD Andr? Rieu 17 The beautiful blue Danube An der sch?ne blauen Donau DVD Andr? Rieu 18 Radetzki march Radetskymarsch DVD Andr? Rieu 19 Strauss Co DVD Andr? Rieu 20 Adieu little captain of my heart Adieu Mein leiner Gardeoffizier DVD Andr? RieuLeeftijd OnbekendProductiejaar 2009

Tracklist 1 Seventysix trombones Andr? Rieu 2 Overtures Carmen Andr? Rieu 3 Intermezzo sinfonico from Cavalleria rusticana Andr? Rieu 4 La danza The Platin Tenors 5 Torna a surriento The Platin Tenors 6 Gold and silver Andr? Rieu 7 Ben Andr? Rieu 8 The earth song National Boys Choir Of Australia 9 Espa?a Ca?i Andr? Rieu 10 I could have danced all night From Myfair lady The Platin Tenors 11 With a little bit of luck The Platin Tenors 12 I am Australian Alan Jones 13 E lucevan le stelle The Platin Tenors 14 Da geh ich zu Maxim The Platin Tenors 15 Volga song Andr? Rieu 16 Memory Mirusia Louwerse 17 Waltzing Matilda Mirusia Louwerse 18 The Beautiful Blue Danube 19 Ode to joy 20 Radetzky March 21 Strauss Co. 22 Libiamo Drinking Song 23 Adieu mein kleiner Gardeoffizier 24 Introducing Dame Edna Everage 25 Neighbours 26 Dame Edna Everage speakshellip Part 1 27 Hungarian Dance Nr. 5 28 Dame Edna Everage speakshellip Part 2 29 I still call Australia home 30 Advance Australia Fair 31 Andres Australian Adventure Part 1 32 Andres Australian Adventure Part 2 33 Andres Australian Adventure Part 3 34 Andres Australian Adventure Part 4 35 Andres Australian Adventure Part 5Leeftijd OnbekendProductiejaar 2010

Tracklist 1 The Beat Goes On Vanilla Fudge 2 The Trip Kim Fowley 3 Relax Me The Groove 4 Heroes And Villains The Beach Boys 5 Everybody Ought To Sing A Song Johnny Farnham 6 To Love Somebody The Bee Gees 7 Kathmandu Ravi Shankar 8 Im A Man Spencer Davis Group 9 Jumpin Jack Flash The Rolling Stones 10 2000 Light Years From Home The Rolling Stones 11 Satisfaction Otis Redding 12 Itchycoo Park Small Faces 13 Lazy Sunday Afternoon Small Faces 14 Hole In My Shoe Traffic 15 Buy Me A Cadillac The Animals 16 You Keep Me Hanging On Vanilla Fudge 17 A Whiter Shade Of Pale Procol Harum 18 Acoustic Guitars Tim Walker 19 Hey Joe Jimi Hendrix 20 Wild Thing Jimi Hendrix 21 With A Little Help From My Friends Joe Cocker 22 The Real Thing Russell Morris 23 Have You Tried Love Fifth Dimension 24 The Beat Goes On Vanilla FudgeLeeftijd OnbekendProductiejaar 2011

Five years after the release of their critically acclaimed Odyssey, New Jersey prog metal quintet Symphony X have taken as their inspiration John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost as a follow-up. The poem, about the fall from grace of Adam and Eve and the rise of Satan's presence as prince of the world, seems like a fitting theme for a heavy metal album, but it's an ambitious one and for a lesser act, would prove to be impossibly daunting. The most immediately apparent thing about the sound of this album is just how Symphony X rethought their musical universe in order to accommodate it by going against natural process and punter's expectations. While the band's sound has been populated with outrageous time signature changes, extrapolated harmonics, and extra textural production elementals -- like large choirs, keyboard sounds as large as the guitar sonics, and utterly orchestral and nearly operatic pretensions -- from the beginning, this recording, whose theme suggests it ripe for such excesses, moves in a sideways if not opposite direction.That's not to say that those elements are entirely missing -- choirs and orchestrals abound on the intro 'Oculus Ex Inferni' and 'The Walls of Babylon' and elsewhere, but there is a more direct approach at work here. While changes in meter and harmonic key shifts are ever present, they are secondary to the most primal of metal constructs: the riff. Guitarist Michael Romeo has concentrated on a more accessible approach because of the potentially difficult nature of the material and not only does it work, it offers another look at Symphony X as a power metal unit as daunting and bone crunchingly effective as any. The songs here have a direct appeal, pulling no punches despite their amazing compositional frameworks. Add to this Michael Pinnella's empathic keyboard runs and Russell Allen's vocals -- second in both expressiveness and power only to Ronnie James Dio's -- as well as the abundant blastbeat rhythms of Jason Rullo and Michael Lepond's propulsive yet guiding basslines and the equation goes beyond what we normally consider in the realm of prog metal. The ironic thing is that Paradise Lost is simultaneously more in-your-face aggro and musically nuanced as well as conceptually ambitious (check the gorgeous power balled 'The Sacrifice'). A few instances include the melodic fist pumping chorus in 'Set the World on Fire (The Lie of Lies),' the over the top knotty guitar and bass mania in 'Serpent's Kiss,' the moody piano chromatics in the title track with Allen's vocal unhurried and unforced, carrying a melody both melancholy and prophetic and you have something quite special. The layers of Romeo's guitar work on 'Seven' for their sheer dexterity, speed, and elocution are worthy of celebrating, but when they are woven into a lightning fast bassline and overdriven riff-like melodic structure, they are possibly even amazing. About the only real challenge of Paradise Lost, with its emphasis on Satan, is its follow-up based on Milton's sequel, Paradise Regained, making the redemption cycle complete (that would take a real philosophical shift and therefore be truly visionary as far as 21st century metal goes, but Symphony X is already working on it). Even so, Paradise Lost is a new high-water mark for this quintet. Symphony X should be at the forefront of metal, not relegated to cult status in the U.S.: in Europe they're enormous. ~ Thom Jurek

Five years after the release of their critically acclaimed Odyssey, New Jersey prog metal quintet Symphony X have taken as their inspiration John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost as a follow-up. The poem, about the fall from grace of Adam and Eve and the rise of Satan's presence as prince of the world, seems like a fitting theme for a heavy metal album, but it's an ambitious one and for a lesser act, would prove to be impossibly daunting. The most immediately apparent thing about the sound of this album is just how Symphony X rethought their musical universe in order to accommodate it by going against natural process and punter's expectations. While the band's sound has been populated with outrageous time signature changes, extrapolated harmonics, and extra textural production elementals -- like large choirs, keyboard sounds as large as the guitar sonics, and utterly orchestral and nearly operatic pretensions -- from the beginning, this recording, whose theme suggests it ripe for such excesses, moves in a sideways if not opposite direction.That's not to say that those elements are entirely missing -- choirs and orchestrals abound on the intro 'Oculus Ex Inferni' and 'The Walls of Babylon' and elsewhere, but there is a more direct approach at work here. While changes in meter and harmonic key shifts are ever present, they are secondary to the most primal of metal constructs: the riff. Guitarist Michael Romeo has concentrated on a more accessible approach because of the potentially difficult nature of the material and not only does it work, it offers another look at Symphony X as a power metal unit as daunting and bone crunchingly effective as any. The songs here have a direct appeal, pulling no punches despite their amazing compositional frameworks. Add to this Michael Pinnella's empathic keyboard runs and Russell Allen's vocals -- second in both expressiveness and power only to Ronnie James Dio's -- as well as the abundant blastbeat rhythms of Jason Rullo and Michael Lepond's propulsive yet guiding basslines and the equation goes beyond what we normally consider in the realm of prog metal. The ironic thing is that Paradise Lost is simultaneously more in-your-face aggro and musically nuanced as well as conceptually ambitious (check the gorgeous power balled 'The Sacrifice'). A few instances include the melodic fist pumping chorus in 'Set the World on Fire (The Lie of Lies),' the over the top knotty guitar and bass mania in 'Serpent's Kiss,' the moody piano chromatics in the title track with Allen's vocal unhurried and unforced, carrying a melody both melancholy and prophetic and you have something quite special. The layers of Romeo's guitar work on 'Seven' for their sheer dexterity, speed, and elocution are worthy of celebrating, but when they are woven into a lightning fast bassline and overdriven riff-like melodic structure, they are possibly even amazing. About the only real challenge of Paradise Lost, with its emphasis on Satan, is its follow-up based on Milton's sequel, Paradise Regained, making the redemption cycle complete (that would take a real philosophical shift and therefore be truly visionary as far as 21st century metal goes, but Symphony X is already working on it). Even so, Paradise Lost is a new high-water mark for this quintet. Symphony X should be at the forefront of metal, not relegated to cult status in the U.S.: in Europe they're enormous. ~ Thom Jurek

This best-selling title both in German and English is now enhanced by a new chapter on the important topical subject of measurement uncertainty, plus a CD-ROM with interactive examples in the form of Excel-spreadsheets. These allow readers to gain an even better comprehension of the statistical procedures for quality assurance while also incorporating their own data.Following an introduction, the text goes on to elucidate the 4-phase model of analytical quality assurance: establishing a new analytical process, preparative quality assurance, routine quality assurance and external analytical quality assurance.Besides updating the relevant references, the authors took great care to incorporate the latest international standards in the field.Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Have you ever had a dream that felt so real you couldnt tell the difference between the real world and the dream world? On November 18 2001 the worlds biggest star Britney Spears brought her Dream Within A Dream Tour to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in legendary Las Vegas Nevada. This defining concert moment witnessed by millions of fans as it was broadcast live on HBO is now yours on this DVD Britney Spears live from Las Vegas. The spectacleis truly fantastic.Never before has Britney performed so fearlessly so confident and with so much energy and enthusiasm for her singing her dancing and her fans. Indeed Britney gives her all in this concert from bungee jumping to playing a jewellesry box ballerina from running through a row of fire trees to Singing in the Rain Britney is a onewoman explosion of talent. Britney Spears live from Vegas showcases 15 of Britneys biggest hits from her three multi platinum album..baby one more time oops I did it again and her latest smash release Britney. Plus .youll love seeing Britney posing as a Janis Joplin wannabee in a comedy take off of a making the band documentary. The special effects are intense the costume changes incredible Britney Spears live from Las Vegas takes the concertgoing experience to the next level.Tracklist 1 Intro Wade J. Robson 2 Oops...I did it again A Wade J. Robson Remix AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 3 You drive me Crazy Music Interlude Britney Spears 4 You drive me crazy AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 5 Dancer breakdown Wade J. Robson 6 Overprotected AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 7 Story time with background music Britney Spears 8 Story time with background music Britney Spears Britney Spears Britney Spears Britney Spears 9 Boys The CoEd Remix AC3 Stereo Pharrell Williams 10 Stronger AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 11 Spoken word with Britney Im not a girl not yet a women Britney Spears 12 Im not a girl not yet a woman AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 13 Behind the music skit Britney Spears 14 I love rock n roll AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 15 Bungee sequence Video Interlude Wade J. Robson 16 What its like to be me AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 17 Lonely AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 18 Dancers Solo Wade J. Robson 19 Band Solo Unbekannt 20 Dont let me be the last to know AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 21 Intro to anticipating wmusic Britney Spears 22 Anticipating AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 23 Im a slave 4 U AC3 Stereo Pharrell Williams 24 Slave outro show fake ending Britney Spears 25 ...Baby one more time Remix Britney Spears 26 Thank you Goodbye AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 27 Outro AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 28 Im a slave 4 U AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 29 Overprotected Britney Spears 30 Im not a girl not yet a woman AC3 Stereo Britney Spears 31 Overprotected Snippet Madonna Britney Spears Britney Spears Britney Spears Britney Spears 32 Overprotected Britney Spears 33 Im Not A Girl Not Yet A Woman AC3 Stereo 34 Overprotected Snippet MadonnaSound Dolby DigitalSpeelduur 90 min.Leeftijd Alle leeftijdenProductiejaar 2001

Tracklist 1 You raise me up Andre Rieu 2 Roses from the South Andre Rieu 3 Dark roses Andre Rieu 4 Chiantisong Andre Rieu 5 There is a song in me Andre Rieu 6 The gypsy princess Andre Rieu 7 Il silenzio Colonel Bogey Andre Rieu 8 Love live forever Andre Rieu 9 The rose Andre Rieu 10 Mama Andre Rieu 11 Carnival of Venice Andre Rieu 12 Send in the clowns Andre Rieu 13 The white horse inn Andre Rieu 14 Radetzky march Andre Rieu 15 Strauss Co Andre Rieu 16 Tulips from Amsterdam Andre Rieu 17 Adieu little captain of my heart Andre Rieu 18 Lullaby Andre RieuLeeftijd OnbekendProductiejaar 2010

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The final Canned Heat album to feature co-founder Alan Wilson, Future Blues was also one of their best, surprisingly restrained as a studio creation by the band, with the whole thing clocking in at under 36 minutes, as long as some single jams on their live discs. It was also one of their most stylistically diverse efforts. Most of what's here is very concise and accessible, even the one group-composed jam -- Alan Wilson's 'Shake It and Break It' and his prophetically titled 'My Time Ain't Long' (he would be dead the year this record was issued), which also sounds a lot like a follow-up to 'Going Up the Country' until its final, very heavy and up-close guitar coda. Other songs are a little self-consciously heavy, especially their version of Arthur 'Big Boy' Crudup's 'That's All Right, Mama.' Dr. John appears playing piano on the dark, ominous 'London Blues,' and arranges the horns on 'Skat,' which tries for a completely different kind of sound -- late-'40s style jump blues -- than that for which the group was usually known. And the band also turns in a powerhouse heavy guitar version of Wilbert Harrison's 'Let's Work Together.' The Beat Goes On reissue is very clean and extremely loud. [The 2000 reissue includes the bonus tracks 'Let's Work Together,' 'Skat,' 'Wooly Bully,' 'Christmas Blues,' and the 'Chipmunk Song.'] ~ Bruce Eder

A problem with bands that have been on the scene for over 40 years (count 'em) is that they can sometimes still write songs with titles like 'The Beat Goes On' and 'Buried Alive,' as if those tropes hadn't lost their edge several decades ago. On the other hand, when a band has played together for four decades its members have often learned one of rock & roll's great lessons: how to create maximum groove with minimal ingredients. So when the Pretty Things lay down a song as thunderous as 'Livin' in My Skin,' they do so with the ponderous grace and inexorable momentum of an elephant walking to water. They've also been around long enough to have heard some of their source material at the source, which means that they can deliver an ancient Delta blues like 'Feel Like Going Home' with a certain arch authority. (And if you want more cowbell, these guys can deliver that with authority as well -- check out the raunchy period piece 'Mimi.') On the downside, they sometimes abuse their elder-statesmen status to impose eight minutes of two-chord vamp on their hapless listeners ('[Blues For] Robert Johnson'), and the title track, which closes the album, does so with much more of a whimper than a bang. Not bad at all, but unless you're a die-hard fan you'll want to be a little selective. ~ Rick Anderson

Less Than Jake were far from novices when they entered the studio to record their 1995 debut album, Pezcore. Formed in 1992, they came into their own the following year with an exuberant blend of melodic ska-punk. Their enthusiasm was infectious, translating easily from the stage onto disc. By 1994, the group was barraging indie labels with its music, and in turn its 7' and 10' singles peppered the scene, with ubiquitous appearances on numerous compilations of the day. Thus it was to the relief of their many fans that in 1996 LTJ released Losers, Kings, and Things We Don't Understand, a 20-track set that bundled up many of their singles and compilation offerings. Of course, Pezcore was a classic set, but this one arguably best captures the spirit of the band's early years. It's the sheer exhilaration of the music that initially clobbers listeners, all zippy tempos, high-energy performances, and an unerring ear for a melody. In later years, LTJ would list the early Bay Area bands as their strongest influence, but initially they thanked Snuff for turning them from just another generic new-school group into something special. Their horns certainly made LTJ stand out, but listen hard and you'll hear the group's own twists on punk, from the snip of funk that infests 'Econolodged' to the twist of hard rock that pops up on 'Pez King' and 'Wish Pig,' the '60s riffs that rip through 'Shotgun' and 'Glumble,' and the jubilant take on old-school punk reinvented for a new generation. As for their covers, like Sid Vicious' take on 'My Way,' LTJ appropriate songs and make them their own. Although filled with anthems of the age, not every track here is a winner -- one can't bash out this much music this fast and turn out a gem every time -- but there are no clunkers, either. Every longstanding fan has his/her favorite tracks, and this reissue now allows members of a whole new generation to find their own within. A must-have set. ~ Jo-Ann Greene

Two complete LPs by the Art Ensemble of Chicago are reissued in full on this single CD. Recorded in Paris originally for the BYG label, these intriguing and diverse performances feature the Art Ensemble when they were a quartet (before drummer Don Moye joined). Trumpeter Lester Bowie, saxophonists Roscoe Mitchell and Joseph Jarman, and bassist Malachi Favors all are heard playing many other instruments: for example, Jarman plays soprano, alto, clarinet, oboe, flute, marimba, vibes, congas, bells, whistles, gongs, siren, and guitar. The wide-ranging music mostly succeeds at looking both backwards (in eccentric ways) and toward the future. Of particular interest are 'Old Time Religion,' some credible bebop on 'Dexterity,' the funky 'Rock Out,' a demented 'The Waltz,' and the lengthy jams on 'Song for Charles' and 'A Brain for the Seine.' Fascinating and always-colorful music that certainly breaks down a lot of musical barriers. ~ Scott Yanow

In the mid-'60s through early '70s, the British pop music industry was a well-oiled machine, cranking out bright, tuneful melodies at a feverish pace, and RPM's eighth CD collection of rare U.K. pop singles from female vocalists demonstrates just how deep the well goes on this stuff. With the exception of Tina Charles' brassy but over the top cover of Melanie's 'Bo Bo's Party' and the subtle but defiant 'I Don't Ever Want to Be Kicked by You' by the Stockingtops, the mood on these tunes is upbeat and the craft is polished and professional, with the production slick and the arrangements full-bodied, suggesting the British equivalent of classic Brill Building pop with a characteristic dollop of music hall theatrics. Many of these singers supplemented their paychecks as solo acts by doing backing vocals on sessions by other artists (or by doing commercials -- a promotional recording for Bush audio equipment leads off this disc), and there's a certain uniformity to the performing styles of these artists. But a few of the tracks do stand out, such as the high-gloss soul stylings of Maxine Nightingale, the aggressively chirpy harmonies of the Cameos, the very American leanings of the Chanters, and the sweet, breathy confidence of the Paper Dolls. And even the lesser selections are fine examples of studiocraft at its height, from the days when the bigger the studio orchestra and the more audacious the arrangement, the better. While some might find a certain kitsch value in this stuff, Stockingtop Pop is good enough to be appreciated without irony, and Michael Robson's liner notes offer plenty of background data on these forgotten songbirds. ~ Mark Deming

The expanded CD release of this second Vanilla Fudge album is much more accessible than the original vinyl version because of the inclusion of a number of cover tunes, most notably Beatles songs. The revealing liner notes that Sundazed project manager Tim Livingston adds to the reissues of these Atco albums helps put this influential band in a better light. The Beat Goes On is a difficult record, especially after the explosion that was their debut. The single from their previous album, Vanilla Fudge, originally charted in the Top 100 in the U.S. in 1967. (Britain was more hip to the group.) They finally hit in America in the summer of 1968, but had already begun to influence Deep Purple and the Rotary Connection, among others. The problem with this project is that they failed to influence themselves. Bassist Tim Bogert notes that 'The Beat Goes On was the album that killed the band,' while guitarist Vinny Martell adds 'we had already started our second album when Shadow (Morton) had this other concept idea for The Beat Goes On.' Morton had produced the Shangri Las, not the Beatles, and this creative effort was by a group with only two hit singles arriving on the scene around the time of Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band. Morton set before the boys a daunting task which needed much, much better execution. Renaissance, which they were recording simultaneous with this, at least included a Donovan tune, 'Season of the Witch.' The exotic wandering would have been better served by a reworking of 'Strawberry Fields Forever' across a side of the disc instead of the keyboard notes which reference the tune. Even a killer guitar version of 'The Beat Goes On' would have been more exciting than '18th Century Variations on a Theme by Mozart' or noodlings that can't decide if they are 'Chatanooga Choo Choo' or 'Theme to the Match Game.' For a group of impressionable young kids out of high school, as referenced in the liners, this must've been extremely rough. The expanded CD has jam session versions of Elvis Presley's 'Hound Dog' and the Beatles' 'I Feel Fine,' 'She Loves You,' 'Day Tripper,' 'I Want to Hold Your Hand,' and 'You Can't Do That.' Any of these extended à la 'Eleanor Rigby' from their debut would be more desirable than the interview-type questions about sex: the Beatles' interest in 'Indian meditation' (sitar enters here, and how would the VF know?): audio newsclips of John F. Kennedy, Hitler, and others, all a very strong argument against artistic control for some producers. Exploring the initial ideas that brought them fame was what was expected of Vanilla Fudge. What would you rather hear, readings from The Bible or the single from January 1968, 'The Look of Love' b/w 'Where Is My Mind'? Thankfully, Sundazed has included the Bacharach/David tune and two additional Mark Stein titles, 'All in Your Mind' and the aforementioned B side, 'Where Is My Mind,' on the expanded Renaissance album, the real follow-up to the Vanilla Fudge debut. Historically important, listening to this archive piece is truly a labor of love, with the emphasis on labor. ~ Joe Viglione

This double-live CD, made on BJH's last tour with Wooly Wolstenholme, is one of the better live albums to come out of the progressive rock genre. Though not as exciting as Genesis Live or as majestic as Yessongs, it shows the group in excellent form, playing and harmonizing beautifully and doing many of their best songs, among them 'Child of the Universe,' 'Rock and Roll Star,' 'Poor Man's Moody Blues,' 'For No One,' and 'Mockingbird' (the latter never sounded more beautiful). All of the tracks work significantly better as live cuts than they do in their original studio form. Lees' guitar and Wolstenholme's keyboards work together very well on-stage and within the songs. The only complaint one could have is the price -- for just under 80 minutes of music, the two CDs could have been combined on one disc. The sound is good, though there is no real audience 'presence,' except between songs. [The 2006 British import version has several bonus tracks: 'The World Goes On,' 'Medicine Man,' and 'Hymn for the Children.'] ~ Bruce Eder

The more things change, the more Lemmy stays the same. He is a pillar of stability in the wobbly world of metal, where bands and trends come and go. Almost every Motorhead album sounds like the last, albeit with a couple new twists thrown in. And that's not a bad thing. Indeed, this 2004 platter serves up the expected blend of thrashers, mid-tempo grinders, and amped-up, old-time rock & roll, but INFERNO feels like the group's spark has been rekindled.The most obvious infusion of energy comes from guest guitarist Steve Vai, who whips out his signature shredding technique on the thundering, rapid fire 'Terminal Show' and the sludgy 'Down on Me'. To Vai's credit, the legendary axeman adapts to Motorhead's style instead of showboating. Other surprises surface--the melodic guitar leads of 'Keys to the Kingdom' set over a bed of strings without bass or drums, and the acoustic blues ditty with harmonica ('Whorehouse Blues') that brings INFERNO to a refreshingly low-key finish. The longest running line-up in Motorhead's history proves that old dogs may not always learn new tricks, but they can reinvent the old ones just fine.

After the incredible critical acclaim bestowed upon their management mates and musical stepbrothers King's X, the Galactic Cowboys were quickly snapped up by the usually shrewd (at least in the early '90s) folks at Geffen Records, who no doubt had visions of turning the Houston scene into the next Seattle. Sadly, like King's X, the Cowboys' mind-boggling sonic tapestries would prove much too complex and highbrow for all but the most specialized listeners and sympathetic members of the press. After all, with their Metallica-like heaviness, Beatlesque three-part vocal harmonies ,and wildly fluctuating rhythms, songs like 'My School' and first single 'I'm Not Amused' (introduced by a mooing cow -- a sign of the band's quirky sense of humor) were simply unplayable at any commercial radio station. And though it may have proved a wiser choice for the airwaves, the slightly less adventurous 'Why Can't You Believe in Me' (featuring countless layers of guitars the likes of which would not be seen again until the Smashing Pumpkins' first few albums) was probably passed up on because it sounded a bit too much like King's X. But if you dispense with commercial considerations, this remains a stunning album for the open-minded listener who will revel in discovering new secrets with every listen. After taking a swipe at the Exxon Valdez disaster with the excellent 'Kaptain Krude' just to prove they weren't complete space cadets, the Galactic Cowboys really launch into outer space with the five-song suite contained on side two. Beginning with the monstrous 'Sea of Tranquility,' which sums up their vast array of sounds better than any other song, the band goes on to unleash their purest thrash metal moment with the bloody 'Killing Floor' (the tale of a butcher turned serial killer) and zip through two brief interludes (the hillbilly stomp 'Pump Up the Space Suit' and the dreamy 'Ranch on Mars [Reprise]') before giving way to the soft acoustic strum of 'Speak to Me,' which gradually builds for ten minutes toward a bizarre conclusion. The latter may be a bit long-winded, but you probably won't care if you made it this far. The Cowboys would grow more accessible with subsequent releases, but strangely, they never sounded as natural and confident as they did on this over the top debut. ~ Eduardo Rivadavia

The third album by Erik Rutan's post-Morbid Angel project Hate Eternal may be the singer/guitarist's purest achievement, if not his best. I, Monarch is 40 minutes of distilled essence of death metal, with Rutan's Cookie Monster vocals declaiming crypto-religious S&M lyrics over his own hypnotically repetitive riffs and flashy, technically excellent solos, while a close-to-inaudible bassist and the superhuman blastbeat drummer Derek Roddy hurtle along at near-impossible speeds behind him. Those who love this sort of thing will be in awe, not least because Rutan manages to include a few actual tunes (or at least refrains) alongside the jackhammer throb. Those whose tolerance for death metal is lower should nonetheless at least stay for the end: the instrumental 'Faceless One' is something of a breakthrough, and the best song on the album by some distance. After nine tracks that whiz past in a death metal blur, Rutan slows the tempo here incrementally, but just enough to allow himself and Roddy the breathing room to show off hitherto speed-obscured aspects of their playing. Roddy in particular comes off exceedingly well: he may be the best drummer in the entire subgenre. If Rutan chose to explore this variation on what's becoming a well-worn theme, Hate Eternal might be on to something interesting. ~ Stewart Mason