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Soaring feel good soundtrack with poor recording quality

R. Kyle | USA | 12/09/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Top performers in all musical genres lined up to give us a great, feel-good soundtrack that's more memorable than the movie. Don Henley opens up with inspiring "Through your Hands." Another Texan, Willie Nelson, offers his own take on Louis Armstrong's, "What a Wonderful World." Overall, the music will get you on your feet and lift your spirits--and what could be more angelic than that???"

Missing Songs Galour

Keeper of Time | 04/14/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"There are alot of songs missing in this soundtrack. I notice that "Goin up around the bend" by Credance is missing also. They played while Michael was riding in the far back seat of the beat up station wagon for the first time. To bad. It was a great song and one of their best. Glad they included the song Mcdowell sang at the restuarant. It was good too. I gave it 4 stars because of the missing songs. If they were included it would have been 5 stars plus."

Wrapped In The Wings of an Angel

L. Shirley | fountain valley, ca United States | 04/02/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This review refers to "Michael: Music From The Motion Picture"(CD)..



The soundtrack from the film "Michael", had great music from start to finish. There were many, many songs to lift your spirits and give the precise tone of of the story. The theme of "Michael" was live life, enjoy your time while you are here.

This album does not have all the music from the movie, but there are 11 selections that probably depict some of the best and most memorable moments from the film that represent that theme.



The music that is included feels safe and warm. It will make you smile and may even inspire you to do great things! The tracks are not in the exact order from the film, but you'll love em all anyway. Included are Don Henley's inspiring "Through Your Hands", and if you have seen the film, you will remember that great scene, where Johnny T treats us to his moves, surrounded by all the women in the bar to the wonderful "Chain Of Fools" (Aretha Franklin). Bonnie Raitt's "Feels Like Home" feels great, and who could forget that lump in the throat evoking rendition of "What A Wonderful World" by Willie Nelson. Andie MacDowell's fun but touching "Sittin By The Side Of The Road" is included as well.



It's a fabulous trip down memory lane, and feel good album. Even if you haven't seen the film, you can't go wrong with this great music. Also included are Van Morrison, The Mavericks, Randy Newman, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Al Green and Norman Greenbaum. (See buying info for complete list of songs)



My only reason for going with 4 stars is that at only 38 minutes, I thought a couple more songs could have been included. The CD comes with an insert that lists the songs and artists, and also has a few pix from the film. "Sparky" the dog is also featured on the cover.



Get wrapped in Michael's big wings again and enjoy...Laurie



more soundtracks recommended:

Stealing Home: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack



Magnolia



No Mercy (1986 Film)

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