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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Oedipus | |||
| 2. Love Affair | |||
| 3. Poor Little Rich Boy | |||
| 4. Sailor Song | |||
| 5. Mary Ann | |||
| 6. Prisoners | |||
| 7. Consequence Of Sounds | |||
| 8. Daniel Cowman | |||
| 9. Lacrimosa | |||
| 10. Pavlov's Daughter | |||
See all 12 tracks on this disc
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. The Survival Guide To Soviet Kitsch | |||
| 2. Us | |||
Product Description
CD Transgressive Records, TRANS019, 2005 CD + DVD 12 Track
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Expecting a Tori Amos or Bjork clone it was a pleasant surprise to find that this dysfunctional mix of songs and stories sounds more like a blend of Michelle Shocked, Patti Smith and the wonderful Ani Difranco. Regina's confidence, vocal range and swirling piano skills are apparent from the start, the album feel is so close to the live renditions. Spend your time and get to know the songs, its not an easy listen the first time. Enjoy.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By The Groke
Format:Audio CD
The reviews here are saying this is Regina Spektor's best album but since it is a 'best of' compilation of her previous three outing this shouldn't come as a surprise. This isn't to review the album just to tell you if you are getting her other, older albums you may not need to get this one unless you want the DVD.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By B. Chopra
Format:Audio CD
As the title suggests Regina is indeed a strange and enticing mix of the two.
This particular version (CD+DVD) has the added extra of a few bizarre short-films set to Regina’s fine brand of emotional quirk.
The single 'Us' has been getting a lot of airplay and deservedly so. It has a great feel to it, might sound a little like a pianist at a ballet recital to start with, but it soon rolls into some lovely sustained strings and piano.
Basically if you were a fan of early Tori Amos or a fan of early Bjork then I think you will love this album. Please note her sound is not Tori and neither is it Bjork, but from the first listen you will see why I quote these two in order to describe her unique and enthralling sound.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By P. Limmer
Format:Audio CD
This was the first Regina Spektor album I bought, and I still think it's by far the best. Full of quirk and intrigue, whereas (dare I say it) some of the later works (like new album Begin To Hope) have elements of Norah Jones and other duller singer/songwriters. Oedipus, Chimo Limo, Consequence Of Sound, Lacrimosa.....the list of brilliant and highly original songs is endless. Full of personality, everybody should definitely buy this album.
The only thing that lets it down is the poor production on some of the tracks (is that a ruler I hear being banged on a desk as percussion in one song?...), but in some ways this does add to the quirkiness....
The only thing that lets it down is the poor production on some of the tracks (is that a ruler I hear being banged on a desk as percussion in one song?...), but in some ways this does add to the quirkiness....
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Oddos
Format:Audio CD
This CD reveals Regina Spektor's unique personality and is an important step in her artistic development.
To approach this CD, it is important to keep in mind what Regina writes in the booklet. She is fully aware that the record is not a masterpiece but she hopes that people will like her early songs as much as she does.
This album is a step toward something else, something better. But it needs to exist.
We enjoy lots of things that are not perfect. The world would be so boringly imperfect if everything and everyone was perfect.
That is precisely why I consider that this compilation is a great album. It is interesting to see that Regina has gone a long way since then.
People will say that the album sounds like Tori or Fiona, like whomever. Maybe sometimes it does but what is more important is that there is a truly genuine artist and performer behind it. Regina is an individual and reassuringly she also had flaws.
Only one little critic here. I think of this album as a sequence/concept album...in a way I feel that "Us" does not belong here as it gives the false impression that the album is a "best of". But once again it may be a little imperfection that makes this CD very human...
Overall this album is really fun! Long live Regina.
To approach this CD, it is important to keep in mind what Regina writes in the booklet. She is fully aware that the record is not a masterpiece but she hopes that people will like her early songs as much as she does.
This album is a step toward something else, something better. But it needs to exist.
We enjoy lots of things that are not perfect. The world would be so boringly imperfect if everything and everyone was perfect.
That is precisely why I consider that this compilation is a great album. It is interesting to see that Regina has gone a long way since then.
People will say that the album sounds like Tori or Fiona, like whomever. Maybe sometimes it does but what is more important is that there is a truly genuine artist and performer behind it. Regina is an individual and reassuringly she also had flaws.
Only one little critic here. I think of this album as a sequence/concept album...in a way I feel that "Us" does not belong here as it gives the false impression that the album is a "best of". But once again it may be a little imperfection that makes this CD very human...
Overall this album is really fun! Long live Regina.
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By filthmonkey
Format:Audio CD
I became aware of Regina Spektor by listening to BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour, on which she was a guest. Her performance of the wonderful Love Affair on the show inspired me to look further into her music. I bought this album as a result and was quickly impressed. It is in essence a harmonious blend of fantastic female vocals singing clever lyrics to jazz piano and unusual melodies. Most refreshingly, none of the tracks on this album are over-produced, and I prefer artists that don't doctor their material unnecessarily so as to pander to the commercial palette. Regina Spektor is Russian by descent, and this is notable as an influence, but is in harmony with that part of her which is American. At times her melodies can be a challenge to listen to if you're not in the mood, but I'm glad I've found an artist who is so simple and unusual, but at the same time clever yet unpretentious. Wonderful stuff. Highly recommended!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
...because it's her best. Her most consistent collection of songs (to date), where she gives her incredible voice full reign over the music. The guy who "skipped from 'Sailor Song' to 'Us'" is missing out - there's at least four more outstanding songs in between. 'Pavlov's Daughter' and 'Consequence of Sounds' feature some of the best lyrics and vocal performances on the album.
Overall I prefer this to the new CD, 'Begin to Hope' - where the vocals and lyrics seem slightly tamer. I'm not one to discard more 'mainstream' music, but in that case I think she lost some of her magic. It's still a great album though.
Overall I prefer this to the new CD, 'Begin to Hope' - where the vocals and lyrics seem slightly tamer. I'm not one to discard more 'mainstream' music, but in that case I think she lost some of her magic. It's still a great album though.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
It's not often I find an album for every mood..this album is fantastic! Truly wonderful..with elements of various genres, Regina deals with original, interesting topics and adds her beautiful unique vocals. With humour, detail and despair- this album has it all!
It's hard to pick out a favourite track, but I particuarly love "Love Affair" and "Lacrimosa".
This album has inspired me to play the piano again!
I can't recommend it enough!
It's hard to pick out a favourite track, but I particuarly love "Love Affair" and "Lacrimosa".
This album has inspired me to play the piano again!
I can't recommend it enough!
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Obviously an early Album
As I say obviously early in career. Very unsophisticated compared to albums such as "Far". Interesting if you like me like Regina's work. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Stephen Hoyle
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a surprise
I was given this album by a friend who said it was rubbish so had no great expectation.
For the hifi enthusiast the sound quality is excellent except for some background... Read more
For the hifi enthusiast the sound quality is excellent except for some background... Read more
Published 5 months ago by scooby265
5.0 out of 5 stars
glorious soundscape
One of my favourite albums by any artist - and enjoyed many times over. Not overly complex in piano accompaniment, but everything fits together really well. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2011 by L. James
5.0 out of 5 stars
regina is great
I saw regina live in sydney a few months ago and she was awesome. Which led me to get this album and it brought back great memories. A couple of great songs
Published on 5 Jun 2010 by Nicholas Ashley
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great easy listen
Regina Spector is not for everyone, But I think she is amazing. If you like any of her songs buy all of her albums, they are not all the same but they are all amazing. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2009 by Mr. Graham Smith
3.0 out of 5 stars
Darkly twee piano and vocal singer-songwriter album
From the Wikipedia website:
"Mary Ann Meets The Gravediggers And Other Short Stories is a compilation album by Regina Spektor, released in 2006 for the UK market. Read more
"Mary Ann Meets The Gravediggers And Other Short Stories is a compilation album by Regina Spektor, released in 2006 for the UK market. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2009 by BS on parade
5.0 out of 5 stars
Purpose of this album
This album is for UK fans, as her previosuly album/s not available in the UK. It contains songs from her previously album/s (not avaiable in UK). Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2007 by Luvlyloz
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Day That Daniel Cowman...
... Bought this album, the world should of began again.
This is probably Regina Spektor's best album to date. Read more
This is probably Regina Spektor's best album to date. Read more
Published on 9 July 2007 by Dramatica Leigh
5.0 out of 5 stars
A brilliant introduction to Regina's work
Having only heard "Us" and "Fidelity" I was keen to try out more of Regina Spektor's unique songs, and the fact that I was getting both a CD and a DVD for under £8 made my decision... Read more
Published on 6 Mar 2007 by Zarino Zappia
3.0 out of 5 stars
Hit and miss
I got this LP just out of general curiousity and someone got it for a birthday pressie for me.
There are a handfull of amazing songs on here particularly Oedipus and... Read more
There are a handfull of amazing songs on here particularly Oedipus and... Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2007 by SL Malmstrom
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