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An Oscar win might suggest a score would need a miracle to be bettered--but this colourful stage adaptation of Disney's The Lion King does so with flair. Composers Mark Mancina and Lebo M worked closely together to fuse the movie's many disparate elements. Where there was a veritable army exercising creative influences for the animated tale, this brings it all under the wings of a like-minded few. This is genuinely apparent as one track flows into the next. The African rhythms--both vocal and in instrumentation--come across as authentic and original all at once. No doubt this is largely through Mancina's passion for peculiar instruments and the possibilities from nightly live performances. "Grasslands Chant" is a good place to start to hear this. The hit favourites are here of course, but both "Circle Of Life" and "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" are pleasingly unrecognisable with chorus and shifting beats. Better still is the likelihood they will now be eclipsed by some of the new numbers. Mancina's own "He Lives In You" being a strong contender. With a sound mix as crisp as you'd hope to find, this is rousing stuff. --Paul Tonks
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African rhythms collide with pop songs to create this 1998 Grammy-winning 'Best Musical Show Album' which features seven new songs not heard in the film. This original cast recording from the 1998 Tony Award-winning musical brings to life the majestic coming-of-age tale of the young lion prince Simba and his heroic journey to claim his destined role as king of beasts with powerful vocal storytelling. The Broadway soundtrack, embracing authentic African rhythms and contemporary musical influences, features African vocalists and the magical energy only found in live theater performances.
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Having recently been to see the London production, I felt that I should edit this accordingly. This CD is amazing! The magic of The Lion King has obviouly been brought to the stage in a way that none can comprehend. The music is just as brilliant, if not better, than the soundtrack from the film, and also includes many songs that were not in the film. The most striking of these, I find, is "He Lives In You." This is such an amazing song, in my opinion the best of the whole CD. It is one that I found myself listening to over and over again, never getting tired of it! It is truely the heart of the CD! However, this doesn't mean that the other tracks are terrible. From the hugely brilliant "Circle Of Life" to the beautiful "Can You Feel The Love Tonight," nothing here fails to please! Every single track gets a 10/10, and you will never regret buying this!
The musical itself is mesmorising. From the very first note of Rafiki's chant in "Circle Of Life", I was captivated. The music is one thing, but the whole atmosphere and electricity of watching the show play out, to music you already love, is a truely unforgettable experience. Will I see it again? Absolutely! This is, and should only be, an introduction to the musical, or something to remember the show by. But I guarantee you, if you go to see this musical, you will most definitely want to go again. If you've been to the musical, buy this so you that you'll never forget it, if you haven't, then you will certainly want to after you've heard this. This is Disney at its best, and it's a truly magical best that you will not want to miss!
The musical itself is mesmorising. From the very first note of Rafiki's chant in "Circle Of Life", I was captivated. The music is one thing, but the whole atmosphere and electricity of watching the show play out, to music you already love, is a truely unforgettable experience. Will I see it again? Absolutely! This is, and should only be, an introduction to the musical, or something to remember the show by. But I guarantee you, if you go to see this musical, you will most definitely want to go again. If you've been to the musical, buy this so you that you'll never forget it, if you haven't, then you will certainly want to after you've heard this. This is Disney at its best, and it's a truly magical best that you will not want to miss!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I am a huge fan of Lion King since I was young, but only recently had the chance to catch the Lion King: Musical at Lyceum London. I already heard the good reviews from friends and colleagues, but nothing can prepare you for this experience! I have never really been a huge fan of musicals, but if there's one musical you ever catch, make sure it's this. Breathtaking sets and costumes, fantastic acting, powerful music and vocals, awe-inspiring coordination, choreography and directing are just some amazing elements of this musical. This leads me to the life of any musical...the songs. The original Lion King's songs are already classics in any standards (winning the Oscars, Golden Globes and what not)...but here, reinvented and given a breath of fresh air...it's a different kind of perfection. I thought the extra infusion of African sounds, and more kinetic rhythms perfectly suited a live musical adaptation of the animated version. The songs really capture the emotional moments, the highs and lows of the characters...which I believe was what made The Lion King so successful. At the end of the show, looking around...I saw both children and adults wide-eyed, clapping thunderously and continuously until even after the curtains closed. Just a note, this show has been performed to sold-out crowds in West End since being introduced here in 1999, and I found difficulty even getting tickets for this screening! You've not watched a musical until you've watched The Lion King: Musical.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
i have been to see the stage show three times and every time it becomes more and more magical. there is nothing that can top it, or the original film. the music has much more of an african influence on this cd but that just makes it better. listening to the circle of life still sends shivers up my spine even after the 100th listening. you must buy this cd if you have seen the show, and even if you havent then it will make you want to see it. proof that even perfection can be improved!!!
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A Roaring Sucess!
I purchased this CD after seeing the show in the West End during July 2009 & I have hardly stopped playing it since, it just brings back beautiful memories of the show :0) I really... Read more
Published 18 months ago by L. M. Horne
A musical delight
This original Broadway cast album really brings the show to life through all of it's characters.
Published 19 months ago by Blackers
A MUST HAVE CD!!
ive recently seen the Musical in London and i have to say getting this cd is just like reliving the moment
Published 21 months ago by Charlotte Morgan
Good memories
Loved the musical and this is a good version of the songs although some feel like they're fillers. All the favourites are there and it's worth purchasing.
Published 22 months ago by T. M. Harris
brilliant!
Went to see the show which inspired me to buy the soundtrack. Love it!
Published on 7 May 2010 by J. Smail
excellent
We enjoy listening to this since we saw the show. Our children love it and keep repeating the songs.
Published on 21 Feb 2010 by tinekart
LOVE IT!!
i love this cd! hakuna matata, circle of life, can you feel the love tonight. 3 of my best songs!!
Published on 21 Jan 2010 by Mr. L. G. Richards
LOVED IT, LOVE IT AND WILL LOVE IT FOREVER
We just saw the musical with my daughter, it was brilliant.
The singers are so fantastic, you can feel every word of the songs.
I know all them by heart. Read more
The singers are so fantastic, you can feel every word of the songs.
I know all them by heart. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2010 by Emilienne H. Mbezele
AMAZING. SEE IT NOW. PERIOD.
The Lion King has always been one of those musicals that I've always known about but not really thought of seeing. However, after seeing the show, I was completely blown away. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2009 by Blake Rettenhold
Great Buy
Excellent Music, Original cast,
Its like your right there at the show !
Great Buy.
Its like your right there at the show !
Great Buy.
Published on 9 Nov 2009 by Lesley Angell
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