Cars [ENHANCED] [SOUNDTRACK]

Randy Newman (Composer), James Taylor (Performer), Rascal Flatts (Performer), Sheryl Crow (Performer), Brad Paisley (Performer), The Chords (Performer), Chuck Berry (Performer), John Mayer (Performer), Hank Williams (Performer)

Product Details

• Performer: James Taylor, Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, Brad Paisley, The Chords, et al.
• Composer: Randy Newman
• Audio CD (June 6, 2006)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced, Soundtrack
• Label: Walt Disney Records
• ASIN: B000EUMPBS
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (117 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #589 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Cars is a typical Disney-Pixar animated movie in that it deals with an anthropomorphic character (here, a car) and the heartwarming values of family and friendship. (Alas, we'll have to wait a little while longer for the company to take on greed and selfishness.) The accompanying soundtrack is equally typical in that it's split between catchy pop songs and a score by Randy Newman. The clear highlight of the pop tracks is Sheryl Crow's boisterous, huge-sounding "Real Gone" (her best song in ages). Rascal Flatts also cover Tom Cochrane's 1991 hit "Life Is a Highway," while John Mayer rocks out on "Route 66" (Chuck Berry's elegantly lean version is included as well). For his part, Newman continues his distinguished association with quality animation by supplying a nimble score. It's fun to hear him deploy riffs that wouldn't be out of place on a Quiet Riot album on the bombastic "Opening Race," while the bluesy "Bessie" does George Thorogood with a tuba. The CD's overall Southern flavor is emphasized by the frequent use of banjo and slide guitar, as well as by score tracks cantering about, like "McQueen and Sally." And, as usual, Newman delivers a nostalgic, misty-eyed song--in this case "Our Town," performed by that master of sensitive laid-back charm, James Taylor. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

Product Description

Kick your party into high gear with Disney's Cars CD. Disney Cars Soundtrack, Real Gone, Route 66, Life is a Highway, Behind the Clouds, Our Town, Sh-Boom, Find Yourself.

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78 of 84 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What Fun!, June 14, 2006

By	Janet Boyer "JanetBoyer.com" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

My son and I saw Cars over the weekend and I LOVED the movie! The music was incredible, a perfect backdrop to the story and stunning visuals.

Frankly, I'm surprised I like this CD so much because I am NOT a fan of country music! In fact, I (ordinarily) despise it. But Sheryl Crow's rockin' Real Gone and Rascal Flatts' cover of Life is a Highway are AWESOME! I keep crankin' the latter because it's just a FUN song when done by Rascal Flatts! (Never liked the original, believe it or not.)

There's some oldie tunes sprinkled throughout, and my son enjoys both versions of Route 66. A lot. In fact, he's upstairs toggling between those two songs!

If you saw the movie and thought it was as OUTSTANDING (and heartwarming) as I did, this Soundtrack will engender those same "feel good" feelings. Randy Newman's ethereal, moving strings are magnificent, so the instrumental parts are excellent. "Tractor Tipping" is a rousing hoe-down of a song that makes me smile because I remember the hilarious scene with Mater and Lightning in the field!

Cars: The Soundtrack is a great CD for the whole family (unless you have someone who absolutely hates all forms of country music no matter what--like my husband!). But if you've seen the movie, you'll likely enjoy this fun soundtrack (even if you're not a fan of country music like me!)

P.S. This CD comes with a cool fold-out which shows the colorful folks from Radiator Springs.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Music that drives CARS, June 28, 2006

By	Bennet Pomerantz "Bennet Pomerantz, AUDIOWORLD" (Seabrook, Maryland) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

The new movie Cars soundtrack is a combination of old and new car tunes for a new cartoon with a score by Oscar winning composer Randy Newman.

Lets start with Newman's score. Its bold just like his other Pixar scores he did for Toy Story and Monsters Inc. I enjoy his score. Its lush and full of musical thrills. Newman is never bland with a mix of a great horn section including tuba and drums. The last three cuts of the CD (#18) Pre-Race Pageantry, (# 19) The Piston Cup and (#20) The Big Race showcase his adventurous side that could and should be played at any Nascar race.

The music part of the CD is a few remakes like Route 66, Sh-boom and Life is a Highway. The best cut is Sheryl Crow's lively Real Gone which coulkd work as a theme song for this film

So is it worth it? Get your MOTOR running and buy it! It is a great companion to remember the film by

Bennet Pomerantz, AUDIOWORLD

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Little Boy and I love it!, October 11, 2006

By	R. Stanton "Rock Elita" (Sunshine State of Florida, USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

My 3 YO son, who wouldn't sit through the whole movie, still loves everthing CARS. He knows and plays with all the characters, enjoys the video game, and LOVES the CARS the music soundtrack. He dances to the songs or has me play it while he eats his lunch or dinner. It's fun to watch him enjoy this album so much, especially when his second favorite is a toddler tunes CD that sings ABCs and 123s.

For me, I really enjoy this album. The fact that my son and I can enjoy the same music together is priceless. The upbeat tunes make it fun to clean house.

Although it's kind of odd to have a mix of songs and music only sountrack on one album, for this album - CARS - it works great. I have no complaints and I'm very happy (as is my 3YO boy) to own this CD.