Imaginary Kingdom

Tim Finn | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 24, 2007)
• Original Release Date: 2007
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Manhattan Records
• ASIN: B000OMD4B6
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #215,631 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Limited edition two disc (CD + PAL/Region 0 DVD) pressing of the 2006 album from Tim Finn includes a bonus DVD featuring footage from recording sessions at Sydney's Big Jesus Burger Studios. The DVD also includes seven extra tracks of re-worked and rejuvenated solo and Split Enz classics including 'Poor Boy', 'Time for a Change', 'I Hope I Never' and 'Not Even Close'. Since 1972, Tim has been creating some of the finest Pop music in Australia, whether with Split Enz (Tim was a founding member and led the band for over a decade), Crowded House, ALT, the Finn Bros or solo. This new release is a return to his melodic roots filled with lush and beautiful romantic Pop music. Features the first single 'Couldn't Be Done' plus 'Astounding Moon', 'Salt To The Sea', 'Winter Light' (from the soundtrack to Chronicles Of Narnia) and more. EMI. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Customer Reviews

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Look closely or you'll miss him (and this little gem), June 7, 2007

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Connery "florida boy" (FL, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Imaginary Kingdom (Audio CD)

After a long absence Tim Finn is back in his new album, which are few and far between. Imaginary Kingdom is solo musical brilliance brimming with balance between thoughtfulness, hopefulness, and Finn's own imaginations. Its a shame that this album doesn't seem to get much of the recognition it deserves. Seldom found in any music stores and rarely reviewed. But then again Tim Finn always does seem to linger in the background off stage somewhere, where it would seem he is most comfortable. I was lucky enough to encounter this album after hearing his song "Winter Light" located in the end credits of "The Chronicles of Narnia" last year. Some of you may be familiar with it if you purchased the soundtrack. I liked what I heard and so checked out his music here on Amazon (what a handy little place) and soon became familiar with most of his work. This by far seems to be his best. It comes across as being well planned and conceived in that dilligent sort of fashion that only a compulsive solo artist can posses. You remember that air of beginnings and icy new adventure that "The Chronicles of Narnia" left you with? Well this is more of the same thing. It reminds me of that 'light that lingers in a quiet room' that Finn sings about in "Winter Light".

The first song sets a note of determinedness with "Couldn't Be Done" followed by melodical "Still the Song" alas, too short, like many of George Harrison's own works. "Astounding Moon" is thought provoking as it looks up at the nighttime sky in wonder. These first three tracks really play as the heart and soul of this album until you get down to what the second half has to offer. "Salt to the Sea" is a melancholic kind of story where Tim Finn stops off to contemplate life, and a journey, until you get to hopeful "Horizon". Other keys to this CD are "Resting Your Hand Lightly", "Show Yourself" and of course "Winter Light", all of which carry musical harmony.

So there it is, just another overlooked album from 2006 that at least deserves a listen. And if you like it enough check out Finn's other CDs[...]. Tim Finn might not be a very prolific singer, but he is definitely not short of any brilliance as you will soon find out.

Enjoy.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tim Finn Is Back, January 6, 2007

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David Zibman (Atlanta) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Imaginary Kingdom (Hk) (Audio CD)

The last album of his that I thought was worthy of the Finn moniker was 1993's "Before and After". Since then I feel he has been aimless in his writing and performance. "Imaginary Kingdom" is in my opinion his absolute best. It is classic TF to the 10th power.

I have been a "Finnatic" since 1982 and I would put this album up against any of his brother's (Neil) work. I'm looking forward to Neil's upcoming release as it (if it is as good), the recent "Everyone Is Here" and this CD would be the ultimate hat trick!!

Buy "Imaginary Kingdom" and see what music is all about.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Astounding"-ly good, August 19, 2007

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P. Hilliard (Cincinnati) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Imaginary Kingdom (Audio CD)

Even being a long time Crowded House and Neil Finn fan, I never delved into Tim's music beyond the Finn Brothers albums. I saw Tim in concert when he joined Crowded House for the Woodface tour many years ago, but even then I just didn't connect with his music that much...until now. Just by chance, recently I stumbled onto Tim's website and watched the video for "Couldn't Be Done" off of Imaginary Kingdom-- and later heard it being played on the Sirius channel, Margaritaville. I went ahead and ordered the album after taking a liking to this song. And I have since been blown away by how good this album is! It has first place in my current rotation which includes Crowded House's new album and Colin Hay's as well. (BTW, I just saw Colin in Kettering and Crowded House in Chicago -- both awesome as anyone who has seen either live knows first hand). But I digress, because this album is a true "hidden gem" as was made clear by another reviewer. It amazes me that it seems to be flying well off of the radar screens of critics and the mass media, and staying off of terrestrial airwaves as far as I can tell. I know Tim is a shining star in his native land, but here in the United States he is largely unnoticed. That is a shame, especially with the new album which is phenomenal. I won't analyze each song, but they are all well-crafted and meticulous care has been taken in all details of arrangement and recording. Wow. Well done and I look forward to digging into Tim's archives for many months and probably years to come. Take a chance on picking this one up and I guarantee you WILL NOT be disappointed. ***Quick Update*** My wife and I saw Tim perform at a church in Louisville in February and it was magnificent. The setting was amazing and almost surreal. He is warm-hearted, funny, and a true gentleman. Great show and great B-day present for myself. Can't wait for a new album -- I have been enjoying all of his past music for months now.