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'Standing In 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 Funk Brothers are there and there are some very special guests indeed. Chaka Kahn & Montell Jordan provide an uplifting duet for the song ... Read review
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 th...
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Based on Allan Slutsky's award-winning book of the same name, STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF ... more
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.
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 of the Detroit-based label than singing babes in gowns and founder Berry Gordy's business acumen. There were 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 baulk at this concept, but they'd have to agree these readings are smart, respectful and very, very soulful. --Kim Hughes
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I couldn't have put it better myself
Advantages: authentic, soulful, featuring stars Disadvantages: expensive, without key band members, rough
The title of the CD, in my opinion, fits perfectly. The Funk Brothers, 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.
'Standing In The Shadows Of Motown' is, in my opinion a great film and the ... ...performers from the Funk Brothers 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 Funk Brothers are sadly not with us today and therefore not on the recording.
Overall, this CD is great for those who ... more
The title of the CD, in my opinion, fits perfectly. The Funk Brothers, 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. 'Standing In 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 Funk Brothers 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 Funk Brothers are sadly not with us today and therefore not on the recording. Overall, this CD is great for those who are obsessed with motown, those that love it and even those just dipping their toes into the pot. You've got to love that authentic sound.
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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 FunkBrothers - 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 FunkBrothers, 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 ...
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Product details
Title
Standing In The Shadows Of Motown (Original Soundtrack)
Performer
Funk Brothers (The)
Genre
Soundtracks
Release Date
24/05/2004
Recomended Retail Price
16.99 GBP
Original Release Year
2004
Label / Distributor
Motown / Universal Music
Pieces in Set
2
Studio / Live
Studio
Stereo
Stereo
Format
Performer
EAN
44006636528
Catalogue Number
663652
Additional notes
Album Notes
Full title: Standing In The Shadows Of Motown (Deluxe Edition). This deluxe edition of 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 four original, previously unreleased tracks from Motown's vaults and a bonus disc containing instrumental versions of the original hits. 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. Personnel: Eddie Willis, Robert White , Joe Messina (guitar); Earl Van Dyke, Joe Hunter, Johnny Griffith (keyboards); Uriel Jones (vibraphone, percussion); James Jamerson, Bob Babbitt (bass guitar); Benny Benjamin, Richard "Pistol" Allen (drums); Eddie Brown (congas); Funk Brothers. Recording information: Royal Oak Theatre, Royal Oak, Michigan (2000); Motown Studio A, Detroit, Michigan.
Album Reviews
Q (p.127) - 4 stars out of 5 - "The hero is the late James Jamerson - his stunningly free basslines still affect brain and body like little else."
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
16.
Boom Boom (bonus track) - Funk Brothers & John Lee Hooker
17.
Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher And Higher (bonus track) - Funk Brothers & Jackie Wilson
18.
Scorpio - Funk Brothers & Dennis Coffey/The Detroit Guitar Band
Titles on disc 2
1.
Funk Brothers In The House
2.
Standing In The Shadows Of Love
3.
Dialogue - Hunter, Joe
4.
One Who Really Loves You
5.
Pride And Joy
6.
Dialogue - White, Robert
7.
My Girl
8.
Soul Stamp
9.
Love Is Like An Itching In My Heart
10.
Don't Mess With Bill (live at the 20 Grand Club)
11.
Hunter Gets Captured By The Game
12.
Dialogue - Willis, Eddie & Uriel Jones/Jack Ashford
13.
I Second That Emotion
14.
I Was Made To Love Her
15.
Dialogue - Pistol Allen
16.
I Heard It Through The Grapevine
17.
Home Cookin'
18.
For Once In My Life
19.
Dialogue - Ashford, Jack
20.
I Can't Get Next To You
21.
It's A Shame
22.
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
23.
Dialogue - Willis, Eddie
24.
Mercy Mercy Me
25.
Dialogue - Dozier, Lamont
26.
You Are My Everything - Funk Brothers & The Temptations/James Jamerson
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