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Volume 5 comprises exclusive tracks from Fearne Cotton’s Radio 1 lunchtime show and Jo Whiley’s weekend shows where bands perform their own track, and a cover version. The tracks are live and stripped down, showing the true quality of the musicianship and craft of the song. A combination of alternative versions of band classics, plus unique cover versions were recorded live in the BBC ‘Live Lounge’ studio at Maida Vale.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By Jennie
Format:Audio CD
I bought this without even looking at the tracks, based on how much i like the other live lounge albums. Sadly i don't think many of the songs will make it to my ipod and i will probably be ebaying the CD.
Most of the artists seem to sing the songs as originally performed, the best thing for live lounge for me was seeing how the artist put their own sound on a track.
All in all, its not a *bad* album, but i wish i'd waited and bought it in the bargain basement ;)
Most of the artists seem to sing the songs as originally performed, the best thing for live lounge for me was seeing how the artist put their own sound on a track.
All in all, its not a *bad* album, but i wish i'd waited and bought it in the bargain basement ;)
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Ibamac
Format:Audio CD
Not as good as I hoped it would be... quite dissapointing generally.
Some poor covers & in some instances the less talented have simply reproduced their own material much the way you would hear the original... why? what's the point of that? we want to hear a clever variation; maybe acapella or perhaps accompanied only by the odd acoustic guitar (or violin) with a changed tempo thrown in for good measure.
To be fair there are some gems (such as Marina & the Diamonds cover of 'Starstrukk') but you need to plough through a lot of dross to find them. Would not recommend parting with your cash unless paying less than a fiver!
Not one of the best!!
Some poor covers & in some instances the less talented have simply reproduced their own material much the way you would hear the original... why? what's the point of that? we want to hear a clever variation; maybe acapella or perhaps accompanied only by the odd acoustic guitar (or violin) with a changed tempo thrown in for good measure.
To be fair there are some gems (such as Marina & the Diamonds cover of 'Starstrukk') but you need to plough through a lot of dross to find them. Would not recommend parting with your cash unless paying less than a fiver!
Not one of the best!!
35 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
My my, Live Lounge, how the mighty have fallen
I will start by saying that I am a huge fan fan of the Live Lounge, always intrigued as to how certain artists will twist their own works for radio performance and of course what on earth they may be covering.
But ever since Fearne Cotton took over the main Live Lounge show, with Jo Whiley relegated to weekends, the quality of performers has suffered a tremendous downturn. And this compilation shows that more than ever.
Instead of trawling through the archives for those rare treats, we're subjected to VERY recent and disappointing additions by nomarks like You Me at 6, Travie McCoy and All Time Low. In whose right mind does Alesha Dixon's "Drummer Boy" come to when thinking of the year's best live lounges? Even more disappointing is some of the choices - Mumford & Sons are a great band and more than deserving of a place here - but surely their version of Vampire Weekend's "Cousins" should have been placed here.
There are some great performances here - Kelis sounds wonderful, Taio Cruz does a great version of Mumford, surprises from Hurts, Kelly Rowland and the mighty Dave Grohl are very welcome. And Marina & The Diamonds prove with their cover of 3Oh!3 that it IS possible to polish a turd!
There's one CD worth of great tracks here, but a lack of picking out past Live Lounge greats in favour of current big names makes for a disappointing listen
I will start by saying that I am a huge fan fan of the Live Lounge, always intrigued as to how certain artists will twist their own works for radio performance and of course what on earth they may be covering.
But ever since Fearne Cotton took over the main Live Lounge show, with Jo Whiley relegated to weekends, the quality of performers has suffered a tremendous downturn. And this compilation shows that more than ever.
Instead of trawling through the archives for those rare treats, we're subjected to VERY recent and disappointing additions by nomarks like You Me at 6, Travie McCoy and All Time Low. In whose right mind does Alesha Dixon's "Drummer Boy" come to when thinking of the year's best live lounges? Even more disappointing is some of the choices - Mumford & Sons are a great band and more than deserving of a place here - but surely their version of Vampire Weekend's "Cousins" should have been placed here.
There are some great performances here - Kelis sounds wonderful, Taio Cruz does a great version of Mumford, surprises from Hurts, Kelly Rowland and the mighty Dave Grohl are very welcome. And Marina & The Diamonds prove with their cover of 3Oh!3 that it IS possible to polish a turd!
There's one CD worth of great tracks here, but a lack of picking out past Live Lounge greats in favour of current big names makes for a disappointing listen
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By andy_yak
Format:Audio CD
I think this has had some bad reviews, personally(and the gf) think its a great cd some great tracks on here. Seems like each time I listen to the cd I hear and aprpreciate tracks that I'd earlier skipped. Its a great cd, my girlfriend loves it she wont stop singing along to it. For me this cd is a grower, and it has really grown on me.
Format:Audio CD
I love this album there are one great tracks on it.
The ndubz,Mumford and sons and lady gaga tracks are fab!
The ndubz,Mumford and sons and lady gaga tracks are fab!
By Tates
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Bought this CD as a gift....it was much appreciated as he was collecting the complete set. I have even sneaked a listen and loved it too!
By DEAN
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Mixed artists at radio ones live lounge. Artists doing different cover songs. Easy listening music. With lots of tracks worth the money.
By Zara Ippy
Format:Audio CD
I bought this and Live Lounge volume 6 with some vouchers I got for my birthday and whilst I have only listed to volume 6 once, I have listed to this one loads. It just seems to have a great mix of songs performed well. I like the random mix of what you get, and is great for just chilling out to at the weekends.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing album
Excellent album, some really great songs on there. I listen to it all the time and it never gets boring!
Published 18 months ago by darcie202
2.0 out of 5 stars
not the real artists
I don't like the fact that it is not the real artist, did not realise that until purchased, I personally don't enjoy the CD
Published 18 months ago by wendy
4.0 out of 5 stars
live lounge 5
this cd follows the same pattern as the previous live lounge cds.
artists playing live in a studio means that you get a good recording on each track. Read more
artists playing live in a studio means that you get a good recording on each track. Read more
Published 19 months ago by elgarlacoste
4.0 out of 5 stars
Live Lounge is great but a slower burner than volumes 1 and 2
Live Lounge is great. Definitely worth the money (especially with the low Amazon price and free delivery). Read more
Published 19 months ago by ChrisGti106
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great!
First of all let me just say how much I love this album, A LOT!
I think I own all of the Live Lounge CD's, this time I went for Amazon's download service which worked... Read more
I think I own all of the Live Lounge CD's, this time I went for Amazon's download service which worked... Read more
Published 24 months ago by J. Walls
4.0 out of 5 stars
I like all of these collections
I have all of these volumes and listen to them regularly.
Some of the songs have a novelty value - some are improved by their new renditions, but I end up singing along... Read more
Some of the songs have a novelty value - some are improved by their new renditions, but I end up singing along... Read more
Published on 29 April 2011 by Bear Brain
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very Satisfied!
I definitely think this CD is well worth what I paid for it! has some outstanding covers and live performances on it and I was extremely satisfied! A must buy!
Published on 1 Mar 2011 by JimiCM
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good value and good sound
Order this cd every year for my daughter and I enjoy sharing in the listening when she has it playing in her room. Good value for money with a good combination of songs
Published on 18 Jan 2011 by Tan
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