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Based on Irish writer Roddy Doyle's novel and lovingly directed with admirable restraint by the sometimes bombastic Alan Parker, this quirky 1991 tribute to the enduring and universal power of American R&B took some cynical criticism for its reliance on Baby Boomer-era classics such as "Mustang Sally," "Take Me to the River," and "In the Midnight Hour." But that sword cuts two ways: by casting a motley crew of real musicians, including the guts 'n' gravel-voiced young vocalist Andrew Strong, Parker didn't have to do much coaxing to reveal the obvious respect and affection his players have for this music. The material may not be fresh, but the love with which it's played is timeless. --Jerry McCulley
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Soundtrack from the Alan Parker film includes MUSTANG SALLY and TRY A LITTLE TENDERNESS.
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
"The Commitments" film is based on a Roddy Doyle novella, part of a three-part series on the fictional "Barrytown," in the North of Dublin.
I cannot say too much about the film. I already have it on VHS and recently got the collector's edition, with pieces on the "making of," and where they are since and all. It's a parable, a story to show, like, say, the New Testament for years to come.
As to the music, well, I envy Andrew Strong, who was a ripe 16 when the film was made. (The character in the book was weaker; Andrew tried out and they director couldn't resist his voice!)
Richard Arkins (Jimmy Rabbitte in the film) plays a slew of instruments, but was made the lead character, the band's manager in the film. He does some of the vocals on this CD.
Let's say, for the sake of the "discussion," that you didn't like the film. (How could you not?? No, I won't go there...) Even so, the music is so well done. The ladies' voices--supplemented by their showmanship in the film--border on erotic; Andrew's voice makes the rest of the CD worth it, but the intrumentation is worthwhile too.
Yeah, the soundtrack fits the film well. But if you just like good soul, good R&B, good performance, don't miss this one. (THEN get the film!)
I cannot say too much about the film. I already have it on VHS and recently got the collector's edition, with pieces on the "making of," and where they are since and all. It's a parable, a story to show, like, say, the New Testament for years to come.
As to the music, well, I envy Andrew Strong, who was a ripe 16 when the film was made. (The character in the book was weaker; Andrew tried out and they director couldn't resist his voice!)
Richard Arkins (Jimmy Rabbitte in the film) plays a slew of instruments, but was made the lead character, the band's manager in the film. He does some of the vocals on this CD.
Let's say, for the sake of the "discussion," that you didn't like the film. (How could you not?? No, I won't go there...) Even so, the music is so well done. The ladies' voices--supplemented by their showmanship in the film--border on erotic; Andrew's voice makes the rest of the CD worth it, but the intrumentation is worthwhile too.
Yeah, the soundtrack fits the film well. But if you just like good soul, good R&B, good performance, don't miss this one. (THEN get the film!)
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By Gilly Bean
Format:Audio CD
I have to admit that I have never seen this movie, but I heard a couple of songs from it and just had to buy this album. I also had no idea until reading the rest of these reviews, that the lead singer Andrew Strong was only 16 when this was recorded. That blew me away. Amazing! The album may be full of covers of classic r&b and soul songs, but WOW, what fantastic covers they are. Just as good in many ways as the originals. I am not one for watching movies, I much prefer the auditory arts to the visual, but I think this is one film I will watch when I get the chance.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Joey
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Taking a chance, I bought "The Commitments Deluxe Edition" without knowing if the music has been remastered or not. I was thankful to discover that it had been and all the tracks really sound great, including some decent ones from Andrew Strong's solo album. If you still have your old editions from the 90's, feel safe to get rid of them and upgrade to this version. The better sound makes this purchase worth it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great grooves, lots of energy, love this album!
Best songs on this album: Mustang Sally, Try a Little Tenderness, -- I actually prerfer these to the originals. Read more
Published 18 days ago by S.
4.0 out of 5 stars
repeat performance
I purchased the original cd years ago after I saw the movie. Lost it somehow-- like it almost as much as I did then.
Published 3 months ago by g r hirschbach
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Commitments (Deluxe Edition) (Remastered)
Great remastering job! Fun extra cuts. Double the disc, double the pleasure. Great collection of soul covers by a very good band and talented vocalists.
Published 3 months ago by Gordon R. Latter
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great versions of great songs
"Try a Little
Tenderness" is worth the price of the
cd all by itself.I don't think any fan of early
Motown wouold be disappomted
Tenderness" is worth the price of the
cd all by itself.I don't think any fan of early
Motown wouold be disappomted
Published 4 months ago by Terry Bishop
4.0 out of 5 stars
Worthwhile
Loved the movie. I would actually rate the songtrack at 3.5 given the option. The first cut, Mustang Sally, is great, now one of my all-time favorite Rock n' Roll cuts. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mike Mihaljevich
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Commitments
This is an awesome soundtrack it is enjoyable and fun to listen to. The best songs on this cd are all of them if you have not listened to this cd then i recommend you do
Published 5 months ago by David A. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Watched the movie several time...now, the music forever more
I have loved The Commitments DVD forever, great characters, rowdy and endearing. Enjoying the music makes it even more fun.
Published 5 months ago by Mary Margaret Halverson
5.0 out of 5 stars
GOOD MUSIC
LOVE LISTENING TO THIS CD GREAT TUNES, SOME OF THE TUNES YOU WOULDN'T HEAR ON ANY RADIO STATION GOOD DANCING MUSIC TOO
Published 5 months ago by Joyce Gallagher
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great sound track
Loved to movie. Really loved the sound track. Solid music that gets into your heart, soul, and feet. If these songs dont make you feel something, I'm not sure what will.
Published 6 months ago by stevip
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best soundtrack albums
Great collection of songs. Wonderful voices. Fun album to listen to. Even if you haven't seen the movie or are familiar with songs, these versions are outstanding.
Published 7 months ago by M
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