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The Sound of Sunshine

Michael Franti & SpearheadAudio CD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)

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listen  1. The Sound Of Sunshine (Album Version)Michael Franti & Spearhead 3:45$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  2. Shake It (Feat. Lady Saw)Michael Franti & Spearhead featuring Lady Saw 3:27$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  3. Hey Hey HeyMichael Franti & Spearhead 3:46$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  4. Anytime You Need MeMichael Franti & Spearhead 3:43$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  5. I'll Be WaitingMichael Franti & Spearhead 4:39$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  6. Only Thing Missing Was YouMichael Franti & Spearhead 3:26$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  7. Love Don't WaitMichael Franti & Spearhead 3:40$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  8. The Thing That Helps Me Get ThroughMichael Franti & Spearhead 4:34$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen  9. Gloria (Feat. Cherine Anderson)Michael Franti & Spearhead featuring Cherine Anderson 4:12$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen10. HeadphonesMichael Franti & Spearhead 4:18$1.29  Buy MP3 
listen11. The Sound Of Sunshine Going DownMichael Franti & Spearhead 4:19$1.29  Buy MP3 


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One of the most respected, socially active artists in music, Michael Franti returns with the first new single, “I’m Alive (Life Sounds Like),” from his forthcoming eighth studio album. All People (Capitol Records) will be released on July 30th.

“All People is about the beauty of diversity, being your authentic self in a crazy world and the infinite power of ... Read more in Amazon's Michael Franti & Spearhead Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (September 21, 2010)
  • Original Release Date: September 21, 2010
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Capitol
  • ASIN: B003PJ7K38
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,247 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

2010 release from Michael Franti And Spearhead. The Sound Of Sunshine is a kind of musical sun shower, a bright, beautiful and often buoyant song cycle created to bring all kinds of listeners a sense of hope during rough and rainy times for so many in our world. In the mid-'90s, Franti first formed Spearhead, and increasingly in recent years, he's found his own voice musically and his own organic brand of popular success. Franti and Spearhead's last album, 2008's All Rebel Rockers, recorded in Jamaica with legendary producers and players Sly & Robbie, became the biggest hit of Franti's career.

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This album is so upbeat and fun. WallyB  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
This is a must own album for the hardcore or casual Spearhead fans. Big Muff  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
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51 of 55 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Lighting The World October 1, 2010
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
First I like to say that my wife and I have over 1,000 albums from various genres, but Michael Franti has a special place in our hearts. He gives every bit of himself into his music and truly cares about people. Don't you want to be listening to someone who is trying to change the world and does it by living by example? Who inspires you to do the same? How do I know this? Because I just saw him in concert here in Austin, TX last Wednesday.

He first held a contest, giving free two tickets away, and letting the women who won introduce him and the band. Then he took a tired over worked crowd and got them jumping. He gave everyone of his band a place in the spotlight. As his love spread like wildfire throughout the crowd, he took a three year old little boy named Milo on stage. Milo and Michael danced and sang. He called out to the grandmothers in the balcony,he played his guitar throughout the crowd, he paid a special notice to the people in the back and got on a platform and played in front of them, he got a family on stage and got dad shaking, he sang from his heart, and ended the night with a choir of kids dancing and singing on stage. I've never seen someone who gave so much of himself to lighten the hearts and minds of people. I could only put it on par as what a Bob Marley show would be like. This man is a prophet of love and light that has found the thread that connects us all and doesn't care about money, but people. On that note about the album:

The Sound of Sunshine is an ode to the thankfulness of being alive and being thankful for those life's treasures, those individuals around you. He explained at the show that he almost died on tour from a infection from a ruptured appendix.
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49 of 64 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Not quite what I would expect from a MF&S album September 25, 2010
Format:Audio CD
I'd like to start off by saying that this album sounds great. It's well produced and for what they are, the songs aren't bad. It's nice to listen to

At the same time, I have a feeling that anyone who's been listening to Michael Franti for more than the last 18 months or so might be deeply disappointed. This is not similar to the thoughtful, driving music they used to do. Unfortunately this CD is pretty much forgettable commercial fluff. There's nothing of real value in here that's going to stick to your mind which really is a shame, because the earlier material, while not quite as catchy and radio-ready, really was very very intelligent. This is the polar opposite of his work with Disposable Heroes. Unfortunately, the introduction a lot of people had to his music was most likely with the song "Say Hey". It's a really catchy song and I'm happy for them to have finally broken through. However, I suspect that most people who are really into "Say Hey" would be really disappointed with the amazing concept album "Stay Human". While I understand that there's room for both, it would be nice to have seen both represented. Franti is an interesting guy politically and I think that coming on the heels of a successful single, this would have been a great opportunity to mingle some fluff with some thought, hopefully expanding on the fan base that's been loyal to this group for years. It's a shame, but this album is probably going to bring more parrotheads than thinkers out of the woodwork.

On one hand, I'm happy for the band because they've worked hard for this. On the other hand, this album is going to make it really hard to take Michael Franti and Spearhead seriously in the future as anything more than another commercial outfit.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Evolution October 14, 2010
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As you can hear Michael Franti and Spearhead keep evolving as seen in this latest release. The music and lyrics are personal (as always) and you can feel that they're at a great place in their lives. Not as political as in other releases but this is almost a political statement in itself as America is being torn apart by extremism. This is a beautiful album, if I had a complaint it would be that it is to short at 43 minutes. Some of the previous reviews give low ratings due to the evolution of the band, this argument doesn't hold water if you understand that it's a story of life, love and compassion. This is a must own album for the hardcore or casual Spearhead fans.
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11 of 14 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Another solid Franti album! September 23, 2010
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If you've never been to a mind-blowing Spearhead show, check out "The Sound of Sunshine." From the radio-friendly California summer-jam title track, the disc leads into an All Rebel Rockers style dance-hall Jamaican "Shake it" and continues with "Hey Hey Hey" and "Anytime you Need Me" two tracks that could easily have been on Yell Fire or Everyone Deserves Music. A solid get up and dance intro. From there Franti heads into some newish ground with a straight-up rock song, back to old-school reggae and then brings it around to another summer-jam soon to be hit "Love Don't Wait." Another dabble in straight-up rock, and then some nice smooth bring-it-down tunes. Nice! This is obviously another love song album, not seen since Songs From the Front Porch: An Acoustic Collection His overt politics are sadly and conspicuously missing, but maybe after 3 hardcore political albums a little break for some positive vibes is needed. Recommended for fans and newbies alike!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Mellow and Fun
This album is very laid back and expresses the love he has for all women. I would recommend this album to all that love Michael.
Published 1 day ago by Maxine McKinney
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this music!
I can listen to this and it just picks up my day and the music makes me happy no matter what.
Published 22 days ago by L. Paradise
5.0 out of 5 stars He just gets better and better
Funky beats and words that make you think. With an 8 year old around, I have a Franti playlist frequently on. I like this CD as much as the other ones and I have them all.
Published 1 month ago by N. A. Alexander
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy Music!!
This cd is so happy, I love to play it and my young kids love it, too!!! We listen to it in the car and it puts us all in a good mood!!
Published 1 month ago by Outdoor Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Really fun and happy music!! Great CD!! Can't wait to listen to this at the beach this summer! Yay for happy music!
Published 2 months ago by Angela C MacFawn
5.0 out of 5 stars It is the Sound of Sunshine!
I really love the music of Micheal Franti. He is so positive and upbeat...reminds me of the music from the sixties like Donovan and Cat Stevens.... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Susan Crowe
4.0 out of 5 stars Jolly and Uplifting Album
Listening to this album makes me want to frolic into the nearest supermarket or other such commercial center and hug anyone and anything that comes within five feet of myself... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Michael T. Charter
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Island Sound
Michael Franti & Spearhead really have a unique island sound. Soulful presentation with lyrics that are clear and meaningful. Franti has it going on!
Published 4 months ago by Craig Robert Knaack
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome upbeat happy music
saw him in concert, totally awesome entertainer and beautiful positive, happ music, would recommend for all music lovers of any taste!
Published 4 months ago by faith
5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpiece of very positive music
I listened to their music, that the company I work for, invited to perform at an out door concert as an opening band to Santana in 2011. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jerry P. Schellhammer
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