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Radio

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Once again James Horner gives the listener just what the doctor ordered ~ with the new release from Hip-O Records "Radio", songs and score with much, yes very much heart. Each cue has something to say about the inner feelings of the every day person who walks the road of promise and dignity.

The first twelve tracks are tunes that any R&B collector would love, featuring "WE CAN WORK IT OUT" (Stevie Wonder), "I'LL BE AROUND" (The Spinners), "IF YOU DON'T KNOW ME BY NOW" (Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes), "CHINA GROVE" (The Doobie Brothers), "BE THANKFUL FOR WHAT YOU GOT" (William DeVaughn) and "GOING IN CIRCLES" (Friends of Distinction) all under one roof and you've got them...gotta love it!

The next seven cues on this album features the heart rendering compositions from composer James Horner ~ much like the Jerry Goldsmith "Rudy" score, Horner gives the listener a rare glimpse into what life's all about...PEOPLE! Hats off to all the Hip-O Records clan for this wonderful experience through music ~ so just put this on, sit back and enjoy every morsel with all of the "film-score-buffs" out there!

Total Time: 77:46 on 20 Tracks ~ Hip-O Records B0001494 ~ (10/21/2003)

James Horner does it again with Radio. I love the theme from this movie. Sadly there's only about 20 mins of score on this CD but at least it's good stuff.
India Arie lends her vocal talents to the score giving it that trademark Horner sound (Titanic, Beautiful Mind). I keep finding myself going back to this score when I need a break. The main theme is used quite a bit in the score but it's the different orchestrations and variations that James uses that make this a very pleasant listening experience. Horner always delivers when it comes to tear-jerking dramas and Radio is no expception. My only complaint is that I wanted to hear more score and instead we get the typical classic rock soundtrack compilation with a little bit of score. At least the score that you get on the CD is great and worthy of repeat listening. If you haven't seen the movie or heard the music, I would highly recommend it!

The Original Score by James Horner are some of my favorites of his. Very well written in a way that matches the mood of the movie perfectly. Also has some wonderful recordings of some classic songs!!! A great buy for any music lover!!

the cd i received was bad. the last 6 tracks would not play at all. I will not buy from this company again

I ordered the soundtrack because I wanted one cut. If you like the movie, you'll like the soundtrack. Empowering message.

This is the type of soundtrack that, once I saw the movie, I had to have the soundtrack. The movie was great, but the soundtrack made the movie what it was. James Horner creates this extremely emotional soundtrack that, at some points, can bring you to tears. "Never So Alone" is one that is absolutely beautiful. That was by far my favorite. If you love movie soundtracks as much I do, don't hesitate to add this to your collection.

This soundtrack of the movie Radio is brilliant! Love 90% of the songs, with absolute conviction. The sound is amazing. I listen to it over and over again. If you love some classical and mostly older Motown, with a little bit of older classic rock thrown in the mix, then this is the CD for you.

I was pleased when I finally received the product but it was triple the expected time length.

one of the treasures of this cd is Chuck Brodsky's Radio probably one of the best tracks on the Album i guess they saved the best for last if this song was not already out i would have campaigned for a Oscar nod if you like this track check out the Album of the same name at ChuckBrodsky.com