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Based on Irish writer Roddy Doyle's novel and lovingly directed with admirable restraint by the sometimes bombastic Alan Parker, this quirky 1991 tribute to the enduring and universal power of American R&B took some cynical criticism for its reliance on Baby Boomer-era classics such as "Mustang Sally", "Take Me to the River", and "In the Midnight Hour". But that sword cuts two ways: by casting a motley crew of real musicians, including the guts 'n' gravel-voiced young vocalist Andrew Strong, Parker didn't have to do much coaxing to reveal the obvious respect and affection his players have for this music. The material may not be fresh, but the love with which it's played is timeless. --Jerry McCulley
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1-Mustang Sally 2-Take Me To The River 3-Chain Of Fools 4-The Dark End Of The Street 5-Diestination Anywhere 6-I Can't Stand The Rain 7-Try A Little Tenderness 8-Treat Her Right 9-Do Right Woman Do Right Man 10-Mr. Pitiful 11-I Never Loved A Man 12-In The Midnight Hour 13-Bye Bye Baby 14-Slip Away (1991/MCA) 14 tracks (46:50)
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
After listening to commitments number 1, and watching the movie lots of times I was had specific ideas on what i expected from a follow-up album. This comes pretty close. Some old favourates of any one who likes soul appear here, but the band give something of themsleves into the recording that make this album a must for anyone who has number 1 in their collection.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Not quite as dynamic as the first volume, but still pretty good. Perhaps the song selection isn't quite so effective, but the results are strong throughout. Good time music with the soul label scores again!
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
After watching the film, many times, felt compelled to purchase the cd, glad I did - brilliant listening, totally addictive, and with a unique sound of their own, have sinced copied it for the car. Tried to purchase Andrew Strong's debut cd but with no luck, still waiting
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kelly
Already had this album, but a friend kept borrowing it off me....in the end bought it for them as a gift and they are as delighted with it as I am.
Published 2 months ago by IKelly
brill
was so pleased how quick delivered , quality and have played it lots since :) would recommend to friends as very pleased with this cd as been looking for it for while :)
Published 6 months ago by flossy
The Commitments
The Commitments are very good. I bought the CD for "Mustang Sally": the way they interpret the song is beautiful. I enjoyed listening to the other songs as well. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Ileana Paunica
Brilliant CD
Owned this one before but got scratched and could not live without it. Brilliant CD, love all the tracks.
Published 19 months ago by Lous World
Great blues tracks plus catchy dance numbers.
All the famous blues tunes well recorded with great singers. A really good compilation which my kids love too. Great to dance to.
Published 21 months ago by T. blanchard
One of the greats!
A classic soundtrack to a pretty decent film. All the great songs are there - a great party album.
Published on 31 Dec 2009 by Davethebeat
commitments
I can't stand it but it was a present for my mother in law and she loves it,job done!
Published on 13 Nov 2009 by Vincent Bean
The Commitments
Excellent recording - this is the third time I've bought this CD as the others "went missing" with family members and friends. It's still excellent!
Published on 16 Aug 2009 by Mr. P. W. Redding
Soul Music
Once you have listened to the Commitments CD and watched the DVD of the film, you will be a fan for life!
Published on 22 May 2009 by Mr. R. Shelvey
****1/2 - a loving tribute to classic American soul and R&B
I have no idea how well the movie "The Commitments" actually did in the UK, but I saw it when it opened here in Denmark twelve or thirteen years ago, and the soundtrack was a huge... Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2004 by Docendo Discimus
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