Deep Still Blue CD and DVD (DVD for Region 1)

2002 (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 8, 2007)
• Original Release Date: 2007
• Number of Discs: 2
• Label: Gemini Sun Records
• ASIN: B000OONOX2
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,436 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Where the Stars and Moon Play 4:23

2. When I See You Again 4:41

3. Deep Still Blue 5:05

4. An Ocean Apart 4:21

5. Sarah's Rainbow 4:02

6. Little Angel 5:06

7. Setting Sail 4:32

8. Summer's End 5:07

Disc: 2

1. Where the Stars and Moon Play set to the photography of Susan Saibara

2. When I See You Again set to the photography of Susan Saibara

3. Deep Still Blue set to the photography of Susan Saibara

4. An Ocean Apart set to the photography of Susan Saibara

5. Sarah's Rainbow set to the photography of Susan Saibara

6. Little Angel set to the photography of Susan Saibara

7. Setting Sail set to the photography of Susan Saibara

8. Summer's End set to the photography of Susan Saibara

9. Sweet Dreams set to the photography of Susan Saibara

10. The Voyage Home set to the photography of Susan Saibara

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Under the Spell of the Sea, September 21, 2007

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Tara (Arkansas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Deep Still Blue CD and DVD (DVD for Region 1) (Audio CD)

Length:: 5:20 Mins

~ Review by RJ Lannan on 8/10/2007

Deep Still Blue, the newest release from 2002 encompasses all that we value and love from New Age music and adds an extra dimension with the addition of a video disc in the package. The DVD has some of the most spectacular still photography on the planet compliments of marine photographer Susan Sailbara. In addition, the group has included some full ethereal vocals to the mix. I truly enjoyed Emerald Way, the last album of the husband and wife duo of Pamela and Randy Copus, but after watching and listening it appears that this is their best album to date.

Starting off with a very Enya-esque sounding tune, Where the Stars and Moon Play opens the world of the sea to us. The visuals are stunning. It is as if we are seeing color for the first time in our lives. North of Honduras is the magical world of the Caribbean. Our underwater visit is filled with delicate and delightful creatures that strike our imaginations.

Deep Still Blue the main track is a song featuring gentle guitars, placid piano and layers of voices that carry you away to a secret paradise. Somewhere north of the Coral Sea is a magic world where time stood still longer than any pace on earth. Under the sea, you can still find castles of chalky coral, delicate green dragons, and water bluer than the sky.

Drifting under the Pacific with just a hint of a current, we are gently pushed on the tune An Ocean Apart. This is one of the most relaxed tunes I have ever heard. The music suggests wandering aimlessly under a sapphire sea with just our thoughts. Nothing on the surface can affect us as we drift placidly over a living rainbow of creatures, endless sandy plains, and far away skys of green ocean algae.

There is an astonishing image of anemone that looks like a row of little green mushrooms. More evidence to the magic under the sea. The musical accompaniment to the incredible vision is called Little Angel. 2002 has taken much of the gentleness that the ocean sometimes offers and put it into music. There is a subtext to this song however. It is as if from a distance we are witnessing a sleeping child. This is one of the best cuts on Deep Still Blue.

One of the brightest spots on the album is called Sarah's Rainbow. It is song sung just for the joy of life. The tune is a celebration of triumph. There are days when even the darkest cloud may have a ray of sunshine peaking out behind it.

We return to the surface on the spirited song Setting Sail. Canvas slaps, ropes creak and the jib flutters as the wind pushes on our backs and we move across the ocean in search of new adventure. Friendly voices, glittery guitar and fluid flute combine to warm the air with sunshine and promise.

The Voyage Home, a song with forward motion and no regrets in the notes opens with images of bright orange anemone, khaki-colored pipefish and the sharp ghostly photos of white sea sponges. There is a remote kind of sadness in the tune, but the spirit of the adventure is still with us and it will carry us through for the rest of our lives.

Never has still photography come more alive than under the lens and heart of Susan Sailbara. Despite the burden of personal illness that she has carried for some time, she is still able to see the intrinsic beauty of the world and, in the blink of an eye, capture it for all to see.

2002 has been making terrific music for a long time. I think I may have some of their material on cassette. Deep Still Blue is a labor of love on many levels. There is the love of just making music and the delight of joyous little lives that we are privileged to steward, particularly as parents. Finally the love of the earth in all its forms whether deep ocean or soaring mountain. This is music for the type of person that loves to rejoice in life.

~ reviewed by RJ Lannan on 8/10/2007

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Their BEST album yet!, October 18, 2007

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C. Challe "Your Buddha" (Paris) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Deep Still Blue CD and DVD (DVD for Region 1) (Audio CD)

I have been a long time fan of 2002, since their "Land of Forever" album on the Real Music label. It looks like they have ventured out on their own for this own. A pretty good move for us fans. Their sound has grown alot on this album, incorporating more instrumentation and a few vocal pieces - some of my favorite tracks on the album.

I have often thought their music would fit perfectly with video and 'Deep Still Blue' allows the listener to see it. This CD/DVD release is what their music needed! Listen for yourself!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing release from 2002 - With FREE DVD!, October 22, 2008

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FalconerHK - See all my reviews

This review is from: Deep Still Blue CD and DVD (DVD for Region 1) (Audio CD)

Note to readers: the reviewer who gave this release two stars is completely incorrect - the DVD is a bonus that's included FREE and complements the music with amazing underwater photography. There is no "CD-only" package. Why people don't read the product description before they buy something and/or review it is a mystery to me. On to my review...

I've been an avid 2002 fan since Savitri, their second record, so I was really excited to hear Deep Still Blue. Fortunately, they once again exceeded my (already high) expectations. In my opinion, this is their best work to date. The entire record is consistent, mature, nuanced, lovingly crafted and expertly produced. I only give five-star reviews to records I can recommend without hesitation, and Deep Still Blue is most definitely worthy of the full five stars.

If you're already a 2002 fan, you'll find an evolution of their signature sound that rewards repeated listening - you'll have this CD in your player for a long time and will enjoy it every time you listen. If you're contemplating Deep Still Blue as your first 2002 album, I can guarantee you'll be back to pick up their earlier works as well. Discovering 2002 is like finding a fantastic restaurant in a quiet corner of your neighborhood; you'll keep going back for more and your friends will thank you for letting them in on the secret.

Thanks, 2002 - I'm already looking forward to the next release!