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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 Jen's takeReview created: 08/20/08 by: I've always loved this cd and glad to again have a copy. It's great when life's been a challenge and I want a reminder that I've gotten through it so far! Review ID: 10000000008407927 Was this review helpful? Report this review  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 |
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