This CD is the soundtrack of the film of the same name. The film tracks the history of the Funk Brothers - the musicians who provided the core of the Motown sound for so many years and contributed to many hundreds of hit records.
The CD is the record of the tribute concert performed by the ... Read review
The phenomenal story of Motown has been told many times--so many times in fact that the ... more
notion of an untold part of its legacy seems far-fetched. But as the documentary film Standing in the Shadows of Motown demonstrates, there was more to the success ...
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MOTOWN tells the story of the Funk Brothers, the backing musicians for such legendary performers as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and the Supremes, The Temptations and Marvin Gaye.It is a story of triumph and tragedy, hits and heartbreak, giving the amazing assemblage of musicians who created the sound of Motown the chance to finally step out of the shadows and into the limelight.An outstanding documentary which combines exclusive interviews, archive footage, re-enactments, reminiscences and thrilling new performances by the reunited Funk Brothers. Joining this legendary hit-machine onstage are incredible contemporary vocalists such as Ben Harper, Joan Osborne, Meshell N'degeocello and Montell Jordan and R&B greats Chaka Khan, Gerald Levert and Bootsy Collins.
Based on Allan Slutsky's award-winning book of the same name 'Standing In The Shadows Of ... more
Motown' tells the Funk Brothers' story for the first time by combining exclusive interviews archival footage and re-enactments. Completing this fantastic musical and social journey is a live concert which saw the Funk Brothers reunited on stage in Detroit with the help of contemporary vocalists Ben Harper Joan Osborne Meshell Ndegeocello and Montell Jordan and R&B greats Chaka Khan Gerald Levert and Bootsy Collins. Filmed on location in Detroit 'Standing In The Shadows Of Motown' follows the Funk Brothers as they return to the sites of their heyday including Studio A at Motown's legendary Hitsville USA recording studio where such classics of popular music were born - 'Dancing In The Streets' 'Stop In The Name of Love' and 'What's Going On' among them. A story of triumph and tragedy hits and heartbreak and at the same time an extraordinary chronicle of the changing times and social developments that were underscored by the music of Motown 'Standing In The Shadows Of Motown' is a musical feast.
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The phenomenal story of Motown has been told many times--so many in fact, that the notion ... more
of an untold part of its legacy seems far-fetched. But as the documentary film Standing in the Shadows of Motown demonstrates, there was more to the success of the Detroit-based label than singing babes in gowns and founder Berry Gordy's business acumen. There was also the self-named Funk Brothers: the session players putting the unforgettable guitar sounds into "You Keep Me Hangin' On" and the creeping bass line behind "I Heard It Through the Grapevine." These guys were a crucial piece of the puzzle but have remained largely anonymous. While the Standing documentary tells the Funk Brothers' story via interviews, stock footage, and still photos, the accompanying soundtrack takes liberties, pairing the surviving musicians with contemporary pop, R&B, and funk artists. Together, they faithfully recast Motown hits. What could have been a disaster--would you want to muck with "Ain't No Mountain High Enough"?--works beautifully, thanks both to the Brothers' chops and the thoughtful artist selection. While enlisting a soul brother like Ben Harper was a no-brainer, the inclusion of Joan Osborne was especially astute. After all, Osborne's deep connection to R&B is why her production of the Holmes Brothers' Speaking in Tongues disc was genius, and she acquits herself beautifully on "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave" and "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted." Similarly, bass boss Meshell Ndegeocello gives Chaka Khan competition in the gospel diva department. Bootsy Collins, Gerald Levert, and Montell Jordan also contribute. Motown purists may balk at this concept, but they'd have to agree these readings are smart, respectful, and very, very soulful. --Kim Hughes
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Advantages: Great songs, great performances, great recording Disadvantages: A few weak tracks
This CD is the soundtrack of the film of the same name. The film tracks the history of the Funk Brothers - the musicians who provided the core of the Motown sound for so many years and contributed to many hundreds of hit records.
The CD is the record of the tribute concert performed by the surviving Funk Brothers, with celebrity vocalists.
Recording quality of the live performance is excellent and provides a really great stereo soundstage. ... ...Joan Osborne, which gets the CD off to a great start, and showcases the superb rhythm section complemented by her smoky voice - which is very well recorded. I also like Shotgun, which is superbly sung by Gerald Levert, and features some great sax by Tom Scott and really percussive and funky drumming.
My 2 real favourites, however are tracks 11 and 12. Track 11 is Cloud Nine - sung by Meschell Ndegeocello in a superbly individual and emotional ... more
This CD is the soundtrack of the film of the same name. The film tracks the history of the Funk Brothers - the musicians who provided the core of the Motown sound for so many years and contributed to many hundreds of hit records. The CD is the record of the tribute concert performed by the surviving Funk Brothers, with celebrity vocalists. Recording quality of the live performance is excellent and provides a really great stereo soundstage. Standout tracks for me are Heatwave, sung by Joan Osborne, which gets the CD off to a great start, and showcases the superb rhythm section complemented by her smoky voice - which is very well recorded. I also like Shotgun, which is superbly sung by Gerald Levert, and features some great sax by Tom Scott and really percussive and funky drumming. My 2 real favourites, however are tracks 11 and 12. Track 11 is Cloud Nine - sung by Meschell Ndegeocello in a superbly individual and emotional style and featuring some great guitar effects. Track 12 is my all-time favourite track, as it is my favourite song, What's Going On, sung by my favourite singer, Chaka Khan. As with so many of her songs, she starts off almost sleepily, but builds to a great climax and introduces some jazz vocals backed by great rhythm provided by multiple drummers (I'm not that perceptive - I watched the DVD!) There are a couple of idiosyncratic tracks which are included - an instrumental version of Bernadette - presumably to highlight the bass of James Jamerson, and The Flick. Nevertheless, this is a superb package overall and I highly recommend it. This CD is readily available in stores or on-line, with a typical price of around £8 - but shop around! I got mine on-line at Tesco, but also try play.com, hmv and amazon.
mashpuma 27.06.2006 (11.07.2006)
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The title of the CD, in my opinion, fits perfectly. The FunkBrothers, I am convinced after listening to the tracks that they were the unsung heros. Just listen to way that the snare drum is tuned each song to fit the key. Just listen to the way the musicians can combine funk and soul into one complete package. Just listen to how close the tambourine is in your eears.
'StandingIn The Shadows Of Motown' is, in my opinion a great film and the soundtrack adds an even greater depth. Most of the great performers from the FunkBrothers are there and there are some very special guests indeed. Chaka Kahn & Montell Jordan provide an uplifting duet for the song Ain't No Mountain High Enough after Ben Harper provides a subtly smooth version of I Heard It Through The Grapevine.
However, as touched upon before, many of The FunkBrothers are ...
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Title
Standing In The Shadows Of Motown (Original Soundtrack)
Performer
Funk Brothers (The)
Genre
Soundtracks
Release Date
21/07/2003
Recomended Retail Price
14.99 GBP
Original Release Year
2002
Label / Distributor
Motown / Universal Music
Pieces in Set
1
Studio / Live
Studio
Stereo
Stereo
Format
Performer
EAN
44006469126
Catalogue Number
0646912
Additional notes
Album Notes
STANDING IN THE SHADOWS contains new live versions of classic hits sung by today's stars and backed by Motown's house band, the Funk Brothers. Included are three original, previously unreleased tracks from Motown's vaults. STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN won the 2003 Grammy Award for Best Compilation Album For A Motion Picture Or Television. "What's Going On" (Chaka Khan) won the 2003 Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance.
Album Reviews
Uncut (9/03, p.106) - 3 stars out of 5 - "...The old dudes remain innately fluid..."
Titles on disc 1
1.
Love Is Like A Heatwave - Funk Brothers & Joan Osbourne
2.
You've Really Got A Hold Of Me - Funk Brothers & Meshell Ndeogeocello
3.
Do You Love Me - Funk Brothers & Bootsy Collins
4.
Bernadette (instrumental)
5.
Reach Out I'll Be There - Funk Brothers & Gerald Levert
6.
Ain't Too Proud To Beg - Funk Brothers & Ben Harper
7.
Shotgun - Funk Brothers & Gerald Levert/Tom Scott
8.
What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted - Funk Brothers & Joan Osbourne
9.
I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Funk Brothers & Ben Harper
10.
You Keep Me Hanging On
11.
Cool Jerk - Funk Brothers & Bootsy Collins
12.
Cloud 9 - Funk Brothers & Meshell Ndeogeocello
13.
What's Going On - Funk Brothers & Chaka Khan
14.
Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Funk Brothers & Chaka Khan/Montell Jordan
15.
Flick - Van Dyke, Earl
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