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| Play | 1. Cage-Nerd | 12:58 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 2. Cont | 7:02 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 3. Thank You God | 6:23 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 4. Didn't Have You | 5:07 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 5. Grew On Me | 4:36 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 6. The Fence | 5:06 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 7. Prejudice | 7:03 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 8. Lullaby | 5:01 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 9. Cheese | 6:48 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 10. Pope Song | 3:54 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 11. Beauty | 4:18 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 12. Dark Side | 10:55 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 13. Not Perfect | 7:07 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 14. White Wine In The Sun | 6:52 | £0.89 |
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Tim Minchin is an immensely talented entertainer who defies categorisation. Ostensibly a comedy pianist, his compositions are funny, controversial, thought-provoking and touching.
This is a live recording of a show at the Manchester Arena from his 2010-11 tour with the Heritage Orchestra. Some of the tunes from his Ready for This? album are presented in lush arrangements in addition to much new material. The only downside here is that a great deal of Minchin's comedic patter between the songs has been omitted. For a complete concert, you may wish to look at Tim Minchin and the Heritage Orchestra Live at the Royal Albert Hall on Blu-ray/DVD.
There are several standouts. Perhaps chief among them is "Thank You God". Minchin defends his atheism forcibly and this lengthy, samba-esque polemic about an alleged miracle epitomises his devastating style. The song is a dazzling combination of clever lyrics and grandiose musicality, whose effortless, multi-syllabic rhyme and metre is a thing to behold (whatever your beliefs).
Also included are "Lullaby", a deceptively sweet-natured waltz, and "Cont", a swing number that starts with an outrageous premise and then deftly subverts it. Be warned that Minchin is not averse to using the odd strong expletive if he feels it's warranted.
Having said that, he does have his sentimental side, as exemplified by the two closing tracks. "Not Perfect" is an emotional ode to ordinariness and an acceptance that life is what it is, so make the best of it. "White Wine in the Sun" is a wonderfully poignant description of Christmas and what it means to distant families who reunite for the occasion.
Tim Minchin is an accomplished performer who has carved an identity. Don't be fooled by the barefoot-Mick Hucknall-in-eyeliner rock 'n' roll persona; his work is meticulously crafted and heartfelt. It may occasionally shock you but it also enables you to think and laugh at the same time. And that's the man's genius.
This is a live recording of a show at the Manchester Arena from his 2010-11 tour with the Heritage Orchestra. Some of the tunes from his Ready for This? album are presented in lush arrangements in addition to much new material. The only downside here is that a great deal of Minchin's comedic patter between the songs has been omitted. For a complete concert, you may wish to look at Tim Minchin and the Heritage Orchestra Live at the Royal Albert Hall on Blu-ray/DVD.
There are several standouts. Perhaps chief among them is "Thank You God". Minchin defends his atheism forcibly and this lengthy, samba-esque polemic about an alleged miracle epitomises his devastating style. The song is a dazzling combination of clever lyrics and grandiose musicality, whose effortless, multi-syllabic rhyme and metre is a thing to behold (whatever your beliefs).
Also included are "Lullaby", a deceptively sweet-natured waltz, and "Cont", a swing number that starts with an outrageous premise and then deftly subverts it. Be warned that Minchin is not averse to using the odd strong expletive if he feels it's warranted.
Having said that, he does have his sentimental side, as exemplified by the two closing tracks. "Not Perfect" is an emotional ode to ordinariness and an acceptance that life is what it is, so make the best of it. "White Wine in the Sun" is a wonderfully poignant description of Christmas and what it means to distant families who reunite for the occasion.
Tim Minchin is an accomplished performer who has carved an identity. Don't be fooled by the barefoot-Mick Hucknall-in-eyeliner rock 'n' roll persona; his work is meticulously crafted and heartfelt. It may occasionally shock you but it also enables you to think and laugh at the same time. And that's the man's genius.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
I don't review often, but I must must encourage you to buy this album. I saw this show with the full orchestra at the Birmingham NEC and it was mind-blowing.
Tim Minchin is an incredibly talented musician and song-writer. Songs like White Wine In The Sun and the barn-storming Thank You God are beautifully composed and lyrically brilliant. The humour is fantastic, but it's really the feeling of listening to someone who has taken the time to think through the issues they are interested in and package up their thoughts as catchy, melodic songs.
Obviously he has strong views on religion, and there are a few (generally well-deployed) swear words, so if these things offend you it may be sensible to avoid. Having said that, it never feels like there is anything crude or malicious with any of these songs. Just sheer brilliance.
Tim Minchin is an incredibly talented musician and song-writer. Songs like White Wine In The Sun and the barn-storming Thank You God are beautifully composed and lyrically brilliant. The humour is fantastic, but it's really the feeling of listening to someone who has taken the time to think through the issues they are interested in and package up their thoughts as catchy, melodic songs.
Obviously he has strong views on religion, and there are a few (generally well-deployed) swear words, so if these things offend you it may be sensible to avoid. Having said that, it never feels like there is anything crude or malicious with any of these songs. Just sheer brilliance.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
I've only just discovered Tim Minchin- shamefully, as I have since realised he has been around for a while. I downloaded on MP3 Ready for This and thought it was genius. I was eager for more and so looked at his other material and eagerly downloaded Tim Minchin and the Heritage Orchestra. Without meaning to disrespect Ready for This 'Heritage Orchestra' really does shine. The range of songs are diverse and yet all of the highest quality. TM is so unbelievably clever with his lyrics and his songs are multi-layered compositional masterpieces. Personal favourites from this album are Cage-Nerd, Thank You God, Fence, Perfect and of course the obligatory White Wine in the Sun.
I think the best thing about TM is that he isn't a jack of all trades in terms of a musician and comedian. He is a genius in both fields. His songs are beautiful and the lyrics and both clever and funny. This album has been on repeat for the last four days in my car and on my iPod. No sign of boredom yet!!!
I think the best thing about TM is that he isn't a jack of all trades in terms of a musician and comedian. He is a genius in both fields. His songs are beautiful and the lyrics and both clever and funny. This album has been on repeat for the last four days in my car and on my iPod. No sign of boredom yet!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
great entertainment and great songs.
brilliant, funny and grown up. move over Eddie ( izzard) tim is my new love. I keep finding myself singing " so rock" whilst walking the dog in the n. wales hills.
Published 3 months ago by smiler
hillarious
I was a bit dubious when I bought it but it's excellent! I'd seen Tim Minchin's last stand up dvd and enjoyed it but there were some songs I hadn't heard before that had me... Read more
Published 4 months ago by L. A. Downing
This is awesome in every way
Tim Minchin doesn't mince his words. He goes out and sings just what he likes. Some of the songs are particularly clever and witty. Read more
Published 5 months ago by A Filipowski
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