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Metropolis (1989 Original London Cast) [CAST RECORDING]

Joseph Brooks (Performer, Composer), David Firman (Conductor), Graham Ward (Performer), Graham Taylor (Performer), David Stewart (Performer), Brian Blessed (Performer), Graham Bickley (Performer), Jonathan Adams (Performer), Judy Kuhn (Performer), Lucy Dixon (Performer), Robert Fardell (Performer), Stifyn Parri (Performer), Dusty Hughes (Artist)
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Product Details

  • Performer: Joseph Brooks, Graham Ward, Graham Taylor, David Stewart, Brian Blessed, et al.
  • Conductor: David Firman
  • Composer: Joseph Brooks
  • Audio CD (April 22, 1997)
  • SPARS Code: DDD
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Cast Recording
  • Label: Jay Records
  • ASIN: B000005BGY
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #209,621 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Disc: 1
1. Opening - Judy Kuhn
2. Look, The Sun, Maria - Lindsey Danvers, Judy Kuhn
3. Hold Back the Night - Lindsey Danvers, Robert Fardell, Judy Kuhn, Stifyn Parri, Power Kevin,
4. Machines Are Beautiful - Brian Blessed
5. He's Distant from Me Now - Graham Bickley
6. Elitists' Dance - Elitists
7. Oh My, What a Beautiful City
8. This Is the Vision We're Forbidden - Judy Kuhn
9. Children of Metropolis - Judy Kuhn
10. 50,000 Pounds of Power/One More Morning - Graham Bickley,
See all 19 tracks on this disc
Disc: 2
1. There's a Girl Down Below - Jonathan Adams, Jonathan Adams, Paul Keown
2. Futura/End of Act One - Jonathan Adams, Jonathan Adams, Brian Blessed,
3. Nothing Really Matters - Elitists
4. I've Seen a Nightmare - Graham Bickley, Paul Keown
5. This Is Life - Graham Bickley, Elitists, Paul Keown
6. Look at This Girl Who Stands Before You - Brian Blessed
7. Futura's Dance - Elitists, Judy Kuhn
8. Where Do You Think She's Gone, Your Precious Maria? - Lucy Dixon, Elitists, Paul Keown
9. If That Was Love - Graham Bickley
10. Listen to Me - Graham Bickley, Stifyn Parri
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The CD is Beautiful, January 8, 2001
By Jason Flum "critical teacher" (East Windsor, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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When it comes to buying cast recordings, I'm as bad as any addict. I see something that interests me, I have to get it. That's what happened with Metropolis; I knew nearly nothing about it (I had heard It's Only Love/Bring on the Night) on a compliation CD) and had never seen the movie. I knew the show was a flop. That's about it. So I really did not know what I was getting into when I bought the CD. To put it simply, I was amazed the show did so poorly. The music IS beautiful. Some of the lyrics are a bit difficult to make out (a copy of the libretto in the liner notes would have been nice) and some of the recording sounds somewhat hollow and tinny, but those songs!!! Songs like "You Are the Light," "The Sun," "He's Distant From Me Now," "Hold Back the Night" and of course "It's Only Love/Bring On the Night" are better than songs from some more popular shows. Much better. I suppose the score most reminds me of a combination of Chess, Weird Romance, and the better parts of Starlight Express. Yes, some of it is strange (those who've heard "Futura's Dance" know what I'm talking about!) but it's still well done. The performances are strong, and there is enough dialogue on the CD that it is easy to figure out what is going on (Beware - listen to the second disc at a high volume at your own risk, there's a gun shot on there that startled me big time - not the best while driving....) Anyway, the CD is worth experiencing. Go ahead, treat yourself to something new and exciting!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Shut up and buy it!, November 23, 1999
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You will not be sorry. I am a long time fan of musicals and this is one of the best. Why wasn't it successful? I can only guess musicals and science fiction might not by a typical combination. Without a doubt, you will be glad you bought it.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A rare find!, May 17, 2000
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My business often took me to London and I was very fortunate to have seen all the "big" shows (Cats, Les Miz, Phantom, Chess, Miss Saigon) prior to them coming to Broadway. One Saturday evening I wanted to go to the theatre and was not sure what to see. I settled on Metropolis and loved it. I actually got to see it one more time before it closed. The CD is exceptional and the songs are beautiful. In my opinion, this show could be revived and with a bit re-working, could be successful! If you enjoyed the soundtrack from Les Miz, you'll love Metropolis!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Worth a listen, but not worth the money
I heard this was a flop. Judging by how well the CD sells, and how much it's talked about (not at all) I gathered that much on my own. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Vrixton Phillips

4.0 out of 5 stars "INTERESTING"
I got this recording along time ago when records were still around and I really like the way they made this out of an old silent movie. Read more
Published 21 months ago by L. Rugletic

4.0 out of 5 stars A great surprise
It's curious how well done is that musical. It includes beautifull modern music whith clasic music. The chorus is wonderful and the main rols are very well selected. Read more
Published on January 3, 2007 by Javier Bachiller Miguel

4.0 out of 5 stars Hit Or Miss in METROPOLIS
Although never having seen the orignal London production (a friend did a few times) she did bring me home the double CD recording of the complete show (shown above)... Read more
Published on October 21, 2005 by A. Anderson

4.0 out of 5 stars Odd, but worth a listen....
Metropolis - a futuristic city in which the society of the privileged few is kept going by the toils of a subservient underclass, with machinery and robots galore. Read more
Published on April 7, 2005 by P. Morris

4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable recording of a large scale flop
Probably the least known of the 80's pop operas, "Metropolis" flopped in London, and no full scale production was mounted in the U.S. Read more
Published on April 1, 2005 by Steven Valenti

3.0 out of 5 stars Some beautiful music in a flawed work
First of all, I do recommend this CD. It features one of the best theatre voices today, Judy Kuhn, in one of her big 4 late 80's/early 90s shows (Les Miserables, Chess, Sunset... Read more
Published on October 2, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Rare Gem discovered
The Pentacle theater in Salem, Oregon is apparently working with the writer, Joseph Brooks and will be dubuting a new version of this production in the Fall 2002. Read more
Published on June 21, 2002 by pedersj

5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless Retelling of a Classic Story
I first saw the movie when I was a child and was fascinated. The story has lost none of its impact today. Read more
Published on April 19, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars First...there was Damn Yankees...
If you want to listen to an awsome cd soundtrack, search despretely for Metropolis:London Cast. It is better than RENT, CATS, LES MISERABLE, and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS. Read more
Published on February 20, 2002 by futuraincontrol

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