Talk on Corners [Enhanced, Import]

The Corrs | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (December 18, 2001)
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Enhanced, Import
• Label: Wea International
• ASIN: B00001ZTB5
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #80,393 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. Only When I Sleep

2. When He's Not Around

3. Dreams

4. What Can I Do

5. I Never Loved You Anyway

6. So Young

7. Don't Say You Love Me

8. Love Gives Loves Takes

9. Hopelessly Addicted

10. Paddy McCarthy [Instrumental]

See all 16 tracks on this disc

Disc: 2

1. I Never Loved You Anyway [Acoustic]

2. The Right Time [Live]

3. Queen of Hollywood [Live]

4. Toss the Feathers [Live]

5. Closer [Live]

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's definitely worth the import price to get the original, April 2, 2001

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L. Owyang - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Talk on Corners (Audio CD)

It's such a shame that the Corrs aren't as big here in the states as they are in Europe... Even without the bonus Vcd which contains the videos to Only When I Sleep, What Can I Do, and Dreams, it's definitely worth it to dish out the little extra cash to pay for this import version. The Vcd just makes it that much more better!

My fav's on this CD are Only When I Sleep, Dreams (cover of Fleetwood Mac's), What Can I Do, Little Wing (cover of Hendrix's), So Young, and Runaway - all of which are regularly featured in their concerts. I also love Paddy McCarthy, an instrumental written by the Corrs which show their Irish roots.

This original version is unavailable in the states; the version of Talk on Corners sold in the states is actually a remixed version with the production geared towards the pop sounds that seem to appeal more to U.S. audiences. Though the differences are pretty subtle, if you want the original version you'll need to get this import version. And trust me, this wasn't easy to come by when I first ordered it. Amazon now has some in stock, but when I ordered it, it took almost 2 months for Amazon to hunt down a copy for me! Buy this CD/Vcd while it's here! You won't regret it!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST OF THE CORRS!!!!, October 28, 2001

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Brett (Sydney, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Talk on Corners (Audio CD)

This album is an absolute masterpiece!!! It is beyond me how any human being can write music and lyrics like this. They are really very talented. They have the whole package: the fantasticly composed music and lyrics, the ability to captivate an audience at a live concert and the looks (which really mean nothing).
After the success of their first album in Australia and Ireland(and hardly aywhere else)they released Talk On Corners and began to receive a bit more recognition (not as much as they deserve though)and to me this is just perfect. The songs are a mix of traditional Irish music and melodic pop/rock and they blend together to give the unique sound of THE CORRS.
The opening track is Only When I Sleep. The first song to be released as a single. This is the Corrs at their best. Other highlights on the album include the love song What Can I Do? (the original not the remix), I Never Loved You Anyway, Queen Of Hollywood, the uplifting cover of the Fleetwood Mac classic Dreams (only on the re-released original version), and the beautiful Irish Instrumental Paddy McCarthy.THE WHOLE ALBUM IS A HIGHLIGHT!!!!
The Speial Edition of TOC is definatley not as good as the first release. Only a few song's on the special edition are different to the ones on the original release but the remix just don't have the same feeling as the original's do.
They could of titled this album THE BEST OF THE CORRS because this is them at their absolute best. So pick up a copy of the original release NOT the special edition.
This is my favorite alum of all time, nothing even comes close to copare it too > > > > > therefore BUY IT!!!
I recomend to anyone to buy it!!!!!!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolute Perfection, October 17, 2002

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Irishgal (Arizona, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Talk on Corners (Audio CD)

There's a reason the average customer rating for this album is five stars: it is truly one of the most well-crafted and performed records of all time. The Corrs have clearly outdone themselves on their follow-up to "Forgiven, Not Forgotten".

Right away, this album has a different feel to it. 'Only When I Sleep' is literally oozing with rock and roll - vivid lyrics, Motown-like harmonies, and a timeless violin/accordian/tin whistle solo. From then on, the group showcases their ability to excel at different musical styles. Dark, haunting sounds easily mix with lighthearted, spring-like tunes.

So what makes this better than the Remix editions? While I can't speak for the European mix, the original is vastly superior to the US Special Edition. The entire album is one big highlight, but there are some songs that simply deserve recognition.

'Dreams': I've always loved the Fleetwood Mac version of this classic, but the Corrs have brought out what Stevie Nicks could not. Without her droning voice, the Irish band has added instrumentals and made the song truly their own - it even has a mystical Celtic feel.

'What Can I Do': I've heard many great vocal performances, but this is easily one of the top 10. The Corr sisters outdo themselves on the harmonies, showing that simplicity can take you farther than ornate flourishes. You won't be able to resist singing along.

'Queen of Hollywood': The lyrics of this song are strong, but they become powerful when combined with Andrea Corr's pleading vocals. The story of a young girl's tragic introduction to the world of the stars, it will grab your heart.

'I Never Loved You Anyway': Introduced by a sexy violin solo, this song is the quintessential breakup tune. A great in-your-face number with a catchy refrain...you'll love it!

'Little Wing': I've never heard the Jimi Hendrix version of this song, but the Corrs (with the help of the Chieftains) have made it haunting and dream-like. An Irish rendition at its best.

This album has it all - Irish instruments, great vocals, and amazing songwriting. The bonus videos are a real treat, especially for fans who don't get the chance to see the band on television. Buying one Corrs album? Make it this one.