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The Fury: The Deluxe Edition
Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Artist(s): John Williams
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Romancing The Stone
Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Artist(s): Alan Silvestri
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The Bride
Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Artist(s): Maurice Jarre
Category: Soundtrack Club

--Jeron

A *very* happy Jeron

THE FURY I'm not bothered with. I've already got Varese's standard issue, and I like it a lot, so I'm reluctant to pay another $25 plus shipping plus customs charges when I've already got one of the two discs. But I would certainly go for it if I hadn't got the old issue.

I think the same goes for THE SAND PEBBLES. It just happens that I picked up Varese's RSNO rerecording a couple of months ago and in this instance I have to confess I wasn't bowled over by it. Maybe that's just me, but again, another $20 plus plus for something I've already got a version of.

Now ROMANCING THE STONE I'm definitely up for. I liked the film way back in 1984 and noticed the music even then. It's one less reason to buy the CASTAWAY disc (in fact I'll then have everything except CASTAWAY), but I'll live with that...

And I'll definitely get THE BRIDE. Firstly, though I'm not a big fan of Maurice Jarre, I seem to recall liking this when I saw the film. Secondly, it's only $15 and I don't already have it. Thirdly, if it encourages Varese to exhume more items from their back catalogue of vinyl-only releases (David Newman's KINDRED, Jay Chattaway's SILVER BULLET, Silvestri's CAT'S EYE, Bill Conti's F/X) then it's money well invested.

Way to go!

There should be MUCH ADO about The Sand Pebbles, as it's one of Goldsmith's finest, featuring, I think, his best Eastern-influenced writing. I have an old LP re-recording of it, and I love it. Can't wait to hear the film tracks on CD.

I happen to have all these things in one form or another myself...but did it stop me from buying the new ones? NO! Why? Because they are LONGER, Re-mastered and beautifully packaged.

Ya know what's even funnier is that you'll all be whining when they are sold out and you can only get them on eBay at an ridiculous price.

Jeeze...

4 1/2 Yay
1 1/2 Nay

Richard's been split in half (Hi Richard!).

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Originally posted by PeterK:
James, do I need to clear the fog out of my glasses? Am I wearing glasses? (that might be the problem). Here's my tally:

4 1/2 Yay
1 1/2 Nay

Richard's been split in half (Hi Richard!).

It appears most people are excited about these.... including me. Bring on the Sand Pebbles! Lots of people asking for this one over the years....

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Peter,

All I saw was whining over The Sand Pebbles(I have it already), Fury (I have it already), and Romancing The Stone (ho-hum).

All they REALLY wanted was Predator, Commando and Back to The Future. Sci-fi and action. If they could have done a 2 CD True Romance by Hans Zimmer they all would be in heaven.

I wasn't familiar with Varese's last releases (Ballad of Cable Houge, etc.) but I didn't think their release was unwarranted.

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Originally posted by Bond1965:
All I saw was whining over The Sand Pebbles(I have it already), Fury (I have it already), and Romancing The Stone (ho-hum).

All they REALLY wanted was Predator, Commando and Back to The Future. Sci-fi and action. If they could have done a 2 CD True Romance by Hans Zimmer they all would be in heaven.

I wasn't familiar with Varese's last releases (Ballad of Cable Houge, etc.) but I didn't think their release was unwarranted.[/B]

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Yes, I do have Varese's re-recordings of
THE FURY and THE SAND PEBBLES. Money, especially right now, is too tight to justify buying albums I've already got (especially as the new FURY set includes the tracks I already have). That's not a whine, that's common sense. I did say, though, that if I hadn't picked up Varese's previous issues of THE SAND PEBBLES and THE FURY, I would go for the new versions without question. As for BACK TO THE FUTURE, I'd be surprised if Varese released it anyway: Parts 2 and 3 are already available AND there's the trilogy album which is also from Varese.

Yes, I do want COMMANDO and I do want PREDATOR, and so do a lot of others. Remember too that these titles were bandied about a month ago (see the FSM thread http://www.filmscoremonthly.com/board/posts.asp?threadID=9097&forumID=1), and in that discussion the original tracks for THE FURY were compared, somewhat unfavourably, with the album version.

Wouldn't bother with a TRUE ROMANCE album, though...

First, I want to make sure I receive the full impact of your left jab:

Apparently, "all" these collectors whine and whine about stuff that's been released previously, whether it be a re-recording (Sand Pebbles), one cut on a comp (Romancing the Stone) or as a regular release (The Fury).

My one-two combo to the head in the first round tried to get you to see that not "all" are whining (in fact, the minority are whining). Unfortunately the one-two was more effective than planned.... your eyes have swollen shut! Gasp! We're just in the second round?

But wait... a strong right hook is coming.

By your assessment of the current whining, we can clearly assume everyone would whine if Varese released Predator, Commando and Back to the Future, as these all previously "exist" as bootlegs. Those who have these boots will whine that they're completely satisfied with their boots and will find no reason to shell out $20 "just because it's right."

Reality check.

DING DING!!

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Originally posted by PeterK:
Here's my tally:

4 1/2 Yay
1 1/2 Nay

Richard's been split in half (Hi Richard!).

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Ouch.....That hurts!

I'm NOT whining. I've already ordered two of them, for crying out loud. For the other two, I've given reasons why I haven't ordered them. That's all.

It all hinges on if you like the theme...it's not a monothematic score, but the theme will alternate with a couple others every few tracks. Suburb playing by the RPO, they achieve a really symphonic sound here.

The Jarre sucks/Jarre rules debate is boring, and I can't play since I love his work, unconditionally. Those who are fans must have this one, and I'm sure there 1000 of us right thinking collectors out there.

The Ondes Martenot in this score isn't overdone(at least for me), so don't let that scare you off either....hey, at 15 bucks and such a small run, what the hell?

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Originally posted by PeterK:
James, ok I'll join you for a boxing match!

First, I want to make sure I receive the full impact of your left jab:

Apparently, "all" these collectors whine and whine about stuff that's been released previously, whether it be a re-recording (Sand Pebbles), one cut on a comp (Romancing the Stone) or as a regular release (The Fury).

My one-two combo to the head in the first round tried to get you to see that not "all" are whining (in fact, the minority are whining). Unfortunately the one-two was more effective than planned.... your eyes have swollen shut! Gasp! We're just in the second round?

But wait... a strong right hook is coming.

By your assessment of the current whining, we can clearly assume everyone would whine if Varese released Predator, Commando and Back to the Future, as these all previously "exist" as bootlegs. Those who have these boots will whine that they're completely satisfied with their boots and will find no reason to shell out $20 "just because it's right."

Reality check.

[b]DING DING!!

Bring on The Sand Pebbles... can't wait to hear people's reactions to The Bride.[/B]

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Nice boxing metaphor.

You're right...all they do is whine because their idea of what should come out and the reality doesn't match.

Hell...I'm still waiting on John Barry's "Hanover Street" to one day materialize...doesn't mean that I am going to bitch if someone puts out "The Conversation" (Intrada), "I, Spy" (FSM) or "Romancing The Stone" (Varese).

I just was amazed at a lack of "enthusiasm" about it. And it wasn't just here...it was on FSM's board too.

I understand for some the $92 and change to buy all four CDs is expensive. Just remember...eBayers will sell them for more when they are GONE.

At least people here are taking it better than the crying over at FSM about the releases.

Is that the one where she says "Go to Hell" and his head blows up...or was that Scanners?...(or both?) Anyhow, I have such a vague recollection of this film from TV, whats the music like?

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Originally posted by Bond1965:
I understand for some the $92 and change to buy all four CDs is expensive. Just remember...eBayers will sell them for more when they are GONE.

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Are they going to go yet? Or any time soon? None of Varese's other club discs have sold out yet (or at least, they're still listed on their site).

Anyone want to buy them for me? I never said I had the money for them.

I'd like to see CD releases of Monsignor, and an expanded Dracula '79, as both capture the "dark" Williams sound, like The Fury, and both could benefit from remastering. Monsignor, incredibly, has never had a legit CD release!

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Originally posted by Richard Street:
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size=1 face=arial>quote:</font><HR size=1>Originally posted by Bond1965:
[b]I understand for some the $92 and change to buy all four CDs is expensive. Just remember...eBayers will sell them for more when they are GONE.<HR size=1></BLOCKQUOTE>

Are they going to go yet? Or any time soon? None of Varese's other club discs have sold out yet (or at least, they're still listed on their site).

NP: ATLANTIS (James Newton Howard)[/B]

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Well...I remember the early days when everyone was "poo-pooing" the release of a little score to a never seen film called "Cherry 2000." Now that CD goes for quite a lot.

Granted these CDs won't sell out tomorrow...but I wouldn't wait a year or so.

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Originally posted by SPQR:
Who would have thought they'd ever see the day when a 76 minute release of the original recording of Goldsmith's Sand Pebbles would be met with such non-chalance. It boggles the mind...

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C'mon...you know everyone really wanted expanded delux CDs of Goldsmith's scores for "Link," "Mr. Baseball," and "Mom and Dad Save The World."

What's with this "Old" stuff. "The Sand Pebbles?" What was that...done in the 60's? Who wants film music that wasn't from a movie in the last 20 years?

Kiddingly,

However, I would suggest that, instead of whining about the whiners, why not take this opportunity to let the "young" audience (those who supposedly want the Mom and Dad Save the World expanded five disc set) know their money would be well spent on this most definitive Sand Pebbles release?

Perhaps the "younger" audience doesn't care about older scores simply because the people who like the older stuff are more crotchety and yell at them for "whining"? Could be.... just a thought.

Having said that, thank you Jeff Bond. That's the kind of message I am talking about. One that says "you gotta be nuts not to want it" without being el crochitivo.

Like I said, just a thought in the ol' noggin. Still, I might be talking to a brick wall, as there's not that much whining going on in this thread....

There's a 5-disc Mom & Dad Save the World? Why haven't I heard this before?!?!? And where can I get it?!?!?

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Originally posted by PeterK:
why not take this opportunity to let the "young" audience (those who supposedly want the Mom and Dad Save the World expanded five disc set) know their money would be well spent on this most definitive Sand Pebbles release?

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Because we the whiners have seen the movie about 5 times already, and always the score seems nice, but no more than that.

The Fury remastered?!? 2CDs?!?!?!?! Come on, it's a no-brainer!

And naturally, I'm looking forward the pitching these awful f*cking Sand Pebbles discs I have (the Tsunami and Varese's recorded at sea......from the shore version).

Romancing The Stone I haven't ever been too crazy about (enlighten me if you must), and I'm still convinced that Jarre died 20 years ago and that none of his scores, save for Witness, ever existed.

Well if they're gonna go back into their back catalog, why not a re-release of SWAMP THING for pete's sake! i've actually held in my hands a vinyl copy of that soundtrack, released by Varese. Still doesn't mean it needs re-releasing. I wasn't all that impressed with the Bride, but if it makes a fan happy- man, I will say no more.

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Originally posted by Shaun Rutherford:
I'm still convinced that Jarre died 20 years ago and that none of his scores, save for Witness, ever existed.

Shaun

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Shaun,

I agree with you on your comments above with the exception of SUNSHINE. I think this score ranks up there with some of his best.

Do you own it?

It’s gorgeous, epic and noble score. The track 'The Sonnenscheins', is worth the price of the disc alone. This track is a resounding finale, which is performance magnificently by full orchestra, female solo and choir. The only unfortunate thing about this album is the running length. It's only 36 minutes long! Oh ya, it’s a Shawn Murphy recorded score as well

Besides those problems it’s a great score!!!

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Originally posted by MWRuger:
What about Walk in the Clouds & Moon over Parador? Those are both nice symphonic scores that certainly deserve more consideration than a curt dismissal as “Never Existing” I grant that his electronic/synth stuff is a hard listen, I wouldn’t count Jarre as dead unless you are willing to do without Shogun, Passage to India & I Dreamed of Africa.

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Add in there DEAD POETS SOCIETY... I forgot about that one. Great finale music. Love those bagpipes!!!

The "theme" from Sunshine is quite good, and again, I was kidding.