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Talk on Corners

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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!

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!!!!!!

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.

Two years after their debut The Corrs are back again with more sophisticated album, contributed by a lot of famous producers... but The Corrs are still true, wearing their faces and acting naturally. They worked with Carol Bayer Sager, who co-writed with Andrea lyrics of I Never Loved You Anyway and Don't Say You Love Me. I must mention two covers: Little Wing of Jimi Hendrix, arranged in a Celtic style by Paddy Maloney of The Chiftains, and the song Dreams of Fleetwood Mac, which appeared on this album after a re-release in 1998. This album is so fine to listen... and you feel simply great:-)

Songs review:

Only When I Sleep - very sophisticated (as the whole album...) and tempting song. And the video also;-) The Corr sisters did very good job on vocals, mostly in refrain.

When He's Not Around - a song about fatal attraction. How else you could name the feeling when "I can't breathe and I can't sleep when he's not around"? One of the most Irish-sounding songs on the album

Dreams - already mentioned re-make of Fleetwood Mac's song. Guess, who did it better?;-)

What Can I Do - a neverending topic: she loves him, he doesn't her... But you should realise, dear Andrea, that love needs two and by crying you can do nothing... It is very interesting on this song that it was released in many of version and remixes. Count with me: original edit, Tin Tin Out remix on Talk On Corners (special edition), a stringapella version on remix single What Can I Do, Mangini mix on remix single Runaway, song was performed on MTV Unplugged concert and it exist also as acoustic version, available only on limited US version of In Blue. What do you say? Oh, and I almost forgot: in the UK there was released special concert single with recordings from Royal Albert Hall... I'm totally washed out:-))

I Never Loved You Anyway - let's play a psychologist game - you broke up and you don't know what to do? Go for an advice, listen to this folk-rock song and you'll know...

So Young - we are twenty (+/-), young, and what's more, fallen in love, flying above in clouds... We're so young!!! Could you wish for more?

Don't Say You Love Me - a classic sweetish ballad I consider too sweet...

Love Gives, Love Takes - well, many songs were sung about love, but you can sing about it again and again... Also in this song... It is average, but in standard quality...

Hopelessly Addicted - oh, I love this song! Fine music to listen and the words... you wake up one day and feel something more. How to say it... friendship has grown to a higher level... Who didn't happen this, will never understand;-)

Paddy McCarthy - the only one instrumental on the album. Once The Corrs were asked, who was Paddy McCarthy. They replied: This is old Irish joke - to name songs by a name of imaginary person...":-)

Intimacy - even though this song was not written by The Corrs, they did it more than well. Every one of us needs someone to be held, to be carried, to be loved... first it is your mother, then your 'angel'...

Queen Of Hollywood - a very emotive and psychologic song about a girl who in craving for fame and career left family, friends and went to try her fortune. When shining on TV, everybody is jealous on her success, but anyone cannot see behind the scenes...

No Good For Me - I can name this song only as fatal. Even though nothing sung in it happened to me, every time I listen to it I feel goose-bumps on my body. Who can listen well, will hear Jim sing for sure: "I'm shaking like a leaf" - the one and only solo in his carrer:-))

Little Wing - if Jim Hendrix could hear this re-make of his song, he would be surprised as well. But also pleased;-) And who knows good old men of The Chieftains, can appreciate many of small details... but the details are what makes the complete art...
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This release features also two tracks from the Corrs' previous release - Forgiven, Not Forgotten

I know it's a weird thing for me to buy the Corrs' latest album before "Talk On Corners" - initially, though there were hits on the second album which I really enjoyed, I feared the wrath of FILLERS - but in any case I decided to buy "In Blue", and it sealed my faith in getting something wholesomely good from the brilliant Irish band.

Lately, I just listened to both albums at one go, and realised how much more psychedelic "Talk On Corners" was! I mean, "In Blue" is smooth rock and balladry - "Breathless" translates easily into night-time stories like "Somebody For Someone" and "All In A Day" - but the Corrs' second outing has so many variations, it actually makes you wonder if they'd shrinked in boldness on their third.

Probably fans of the subtler "Forgiven Not Forgotten" will be peeved with the audaciously sexy opening track "Only When I Sleep", but they wouldn't know how much they're missing. "When He's Not Around" and "Dreams" take on electronica to an amplified height, especially the latter which is enjoyably danceable but doesn't lose it's dreamy Celtic appeal. Fun rock also reigns in "I Never Really Loved You Anyway" and "So Young"; and ballads like "What Can I Do" and "Intimacy" captivate without boring, with immediately appealing tunes.

There are also especially though-provoking tracks like "No Good For Me"; and great instrumental tracks, "Paddy MacArthy" and "Hopelessly Addicted", notable for their blend of Irish instrumentation and modern pop beats. There are also new arrangements of "Runaway" and "Forgiven Not Forgotten", which don't sound the least less smooth. Perhaps the only disappointing songs, which are gratefully forgettable, are "Don't Say You Love Me" (Diane Warren! ), "Love Gives, Love Takes", and "Queen Of Hollywood" (kind of like Britney Spears' "Lucky", only darker).

But the music videos of "Only When I Sleep", "What Can I Do" and "Dreams" make up for the shortcomings of this musical rainbow. Well done, Corrs! I still love your new album, but be a little more adventurous, okay?

The Corrs are brilliant! The album is a perfect pop mixture. It's the sort of album you will still listen to in 30 years!! Almost evry song is a single hit. I really don't understand why this band does not gain more popularty in Germany!!!

This is one of my more favorite Corrs album, along with Corrs Unplugged, where traditional compilation sits alongside pop songs.