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All rights reserved.American Life [PA] [ECD] - Madonna (CD 2003)
| Track Listing 1. American Life 2. Hollywood 3. I'm So Stupid 4. Love Profusion 5. Nobody Knows Me 6. Nothing Fails 7. Intervention 8. X-Static Process 9. Mother & Father 10. Die Another Day - (from "James Bond's Die Another Day") 11. Easy Ride
Album Notes This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Personnel: Madonna (vocals); Mirawais Ahmadzai (guitar, programming, background vocals); Stuart Price (piano); Nicky Brown Choir, London Community Gospel Choir. This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Personnel: Madonna (vocals); Mirawais Ahmadzai (guitar, programming, background vocals); Stuart Price (piano); Nicky Brown Choir, London Community Gospel Choir. This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. AMERICAN LIFE Limited Edition includes a 2 sided 23" x 35" poster and postage size Madonna stamp sheet. Personnel: Madonna (vocals); Mirawais Ahmadzai (guitar, programming, background vocals); Stuart Price (piano); Nicky Brown Choir, London Community Gospel Choir. This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Re-teaming with French electro-pop producer Mirwais, (who also lent his talents to 2000's MUSIC), Madonna uses her perspective as a globally famous ex-pat living in England to comment on the USA's spiritual state throughout AMERICAN LIFE. Prominently featuring plenty of acoustic guitar among the synth-soaked swooshes and Euro-disco beats, the Material Girl ends up going for a more stripped-down sound. This technique works particularly well on the opening title cut, which finds Ms. Ciccone rapping about bodyguards, soy lattes, gardeners and other upper-class perks that don't seem to make the spiritual side of life any better. "Hollywood" does an even better job addressing the downside of fame while pumping in a few more hooks. Faith in family fuels the lush "Nothing Fails," with its unexpected gospel-chorus outro, while amore inspires the light and tight "Love Profusion," and insecurity plagues the solo-acoustic "X-Static Process." Of course all these songs of self-discovery and spirituality didn't stop Madonna from including "Die Another Day," the Euro-techno title song from the James Bond film of the same name. Re-teaming with French electro-pop producer Mirwais, (who also lent his talents to 2000's MUSIC), Madonna uses her perspective as a globally famous ex-pat living in England to comment on the USA's spiritual state throughout AMERICAN LIFE. Prominently featuring plenty of acoustic guitar among the synth-soaked swooshes and Euro-disco beats, the Material Girl ends up going for a more stripped-down sound. This technique works particularly well on the opening title cut, which finds Ms. Ciccone rapping about bodyguards, soy lattes, gardeners and other upper-class perks that don't seem to make the spiritual side of life any better. "Hollywood" does an even better job addressing the downside of fame while pumping in a few more hooks. Faith in family fuels the lush "Nothing Fails," with its unexpected gospel-chorus outro, while amore inspires the light and tight "Love Profusion," and insecurity plagues the solo-acoustic "X-Static Process." Of course all these songs of self-discovery and spirituality didn't stop Madonna from including "Die Another Day," the Euro-techno title song from the James Bond film of the same name. Re-teaming with French electro-pop producer Mirwais, (who also lent his talents to 2000's MUSIC), Madonna uses her perspective as a globally famous ex-pat living in England to comment on the USA's spiritual state throughout AMERICAN LIFE. Prominently featuring plenty of acoustic guitar among the synth-soaked swooshes and Euro-disco beats, the Material Girl ends up going for a more stripped-down sound. This technique works particularly well on the opening title cut, which finds Ms. Ciccone rapping about bodyguards, soy lattes, gardeners and other upper-class perks that don't seem to make the spiritual side of life any better. "Hollywood" does an even better job addressing the downside of fame while pumping in a few more hooks. Faith in ... Editorial Reviews Uncut (06/01/2003) Vibe (06/01/2003) Mojo (05/01/2003) Entertainment Weekly (04/25/2003) Spin (06/01/2003) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||||
Top Reviews  not with the mob on this oneReview created: 06/04/06 by:  3 of 5 people found this review helpful. Although most people did not like this CD and it did not do well in terms of sales, I would have to disagree with the general public. The CD is absolutely wonderful. The lyrics communicate pain, happiness, disappointment, but all are supported by well-chosen beats and rhythms. The music spans from guitar and piano to synthesizer and electronically generated sounds. If you are a fan of Madonna's later music, this is the one for you collection. Review ID: 10000000001081663 Was this review helpful? Report this review Reviews  A tad bit boringReview created: 06/07/08 by: 1 of 1 people found this review helpful. Overall, I really do like the album-- yet I do not feel it is one of her best. Yes, most of the tunes are upbeat and catchy. But with the exception of maybe the first two on the track they seem to be missing something. Some people compare this album with Confessions on a Dance Floor. To me there is no comparison. Confessions is like 10 times better in my opinion. Even though it may not be one of her best it is still worth having and I am glad I purchased it. It completes my collection. No album that she does, in my opinion, is all bad. Review ID: 10000000007481933 Was this review helpful? Report this review One of the Most Under-Rated Albums of All Time!Review created: 10/26/07(updated 10/26/07) by: 2 of 2 people found this review helpful. This is one of the most under-rated albums of all time. It would be impossible for me to disagree with the “mob” anymore than I already do. I think one of the main reasons why this album did not receive the sales that it should have is due to the fact that it was just released at the wrong time, which is most unfortunate. I think Madonna really revels herself to the public. (In a different manner than what we are used to, if you catch my drift.) The songs seem to be much more personal than in any of her other albums, as they talk about Madonna coming to grips with her fortune and fame, her acceptance of her mother’s tragic death, and “finding herself” in terms of religion. As far as my favorite song in the album goes, I would have to say it would have to be “Easy Ride,” even though each song featured in this album is wonderful in its own unique way. Although “Easy Ride” is probably one of the lowest ranking songs in Madonna’s career, I feel that is sends one of her most powerful messages. After all, the message pertains to all of us, since are lives will all surely go “round and round, just like a circle,” and if we try hard enough, we can finally “see the clearer picture.” I suppose the bottom line is this: you NEED to purchase this CD. Perhaps it will help you on your journey to “finding yourself.” I know it has helped me. Review ID: 10000000004607621 Was this review helpful? Report this review LOVE ITReview created: 03/15/07 by: 1 of 3 people found this review helpful. some of Madonna's greatest work, i absolutely cannot get enough of this CD! every song has a different feel, and it's great being able to dance, sing, or just chill and listen to the music. 2 thumbs up! Review ID: 10000000003205021 Was this review helpful? Report this review  "I'm Not Religious, But I Feel So Moved, Makes Me Wanna Pray"Review created: 04/22/03 by: Cartman_2k -- a member of Epinions Pros: Madonna sounds better than ever, production, songs Cons: it's not PERFECT After spending months waiting for Madonna s new album, spending hours every week on Madonna forums on the internet since February, I finally got Madonna s new album American Life last week. Sure, I loved American Life and Die Another Day, but an entire album with French producer Mirwais Ahmadza really got me worried; maybe Mirwais didn t have enough creativity to produce the whole album himself? The X-Static Process, A.K.A. American Life American Life, the lead single is a great catchy song with a very minimalistic production filled with electronic beats and an acoustic chorus. The lyrics... Review ID: 10000000000585574 Madonna Is Livin' The American LifeReview created: 04/17/03 by: kristinafh -- a member of Epinions Pros: Wow! I was pleasantly surprised by every single track. Cons: Rapping in <b>American Life</b> was - well - not necessary. Madonna-fan alert! I have every full-length cd that Madonna has released and I'm nearing completion of having almost all of her cd singles. If that isn't devotion, I don't know what is :). I was very excited to receive an advanced copy of, American Life. Although I had every intention of purchasing it, there's nothing like a free thing! Confession time. Whoops. Wait. I think I've already done confessed but just in case you missed it...I've been a huge fan of Madonna since the first time I heard Holiday back in 1983. It wasn't because her voice was extraordinary. It was because she had a... Review ID: 10000000000585580  I'd Rather Watch Swept Away 100 Times Than Listen To Madonna's American Life AgainReview created: 04/19/03 by: cletta1201 -- a member of Epinions Pros: A few good moments Cons: It mostly sucks 04.27.03 - I felt the need to update and just say that I have tried very hard to find some good in this album. I've taken a few hits about the low rating and honestly I simply feel that this album is an overproduced mess that does very little to showcase Madonna's talent. I'm a fan still - I always will be, but just not of this album. Madonna has been called a lot of things in her life b!tch, phony, bad actress. Whether or not any of those things is true is not up to me to decide [well, maybe not the part about being a bad actress], but one thing is very certain: Madonna Louise Veronica... Review ID: 10000000000585583 American StrifeReview created: 05/21/03 by: jackai -- a member of Epinions Pros: Some singles are actually quite good. Cons: Joyless, a preachy self consciousness pervades this entire CD. What a difference 20 years make. In that time, Madonna has made the leap from vulva-gazer to soul-searcher. At least in the former, Madonna knew how to make bouncy, heartfelt pop songs about love, female empowerment and deep dicking, but the introspective Madonna of American Life , her 10th studio album, comes up just as earnest but sadly minus any noticeable fun. I purposely waited a month before reviewing this cd because I wanted to be sure that my mind wouldn t change with repeated listens. But the more time passes however, the more I realize that the musical risks Madonna took on this... Review ID: 10000000000585577  "American Life" Is Not For Me (MMM W/O)Review created: 05/30/03 by: speeddemon531-- a member of Epinions and Advisor in Music Pros: A couple of decent tracks. Cons: Boring songs, vocal effects, too many electronic whizzes and burps. Welcome to my fourth and final entry in kristinafh's May Music Madness write-off. Here, I will be reviewing a not-so-great album from someone who is, among many other things "hot". Now, let's face it, maybe she's not as sexy as she was in the "Erotica" days, but even at 44, Madonna is quite pleasing on the eyes. Unfortunately, her music hasn't had the same consistency as her looks and sex appeal have. :( It's probably unnecessary to provide any background information, because unless you've been living in the depths of Antarctica for the past twenty years, you know damn well who Madonna is.... Review ID: 10000000000585581 Epinions.com ratings are not included in the item's average rating. 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