Author: Various

Format: Compilation

Release Date: 04-12-2001

Details: Amazon.ca Organised and aired within days of the attacks of September 11, the fundraising telethon documented on America: A Tribute to Heroes was as remarkable for its subdued sincerity as its unity of purpose. This double-disc anthology presents the diverse musical content of the broadcast in the order it was aired, with Bruce Springsteen's "My City of Ruins" setting the appropriately sombre and introspective tone. And while artists like Stevie Wonder (with assistance from Take 6 on "Love's In Need of Love") and U2 rise to the occasion with the spiritually uplifting grace expected of them, there are a few surprises here as well. Limp Bizkit and Goo Goo Doll John Reznick turn in a spare, if seemingly unlikely cover of Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here", appended with a new verse that asks what may be the 21st century's most compelling question: "Do you think we can change?" Even the viewpoint of Neil Young's rendition of John Lennon's anthem "Imagine" is occasionally altered to the first person, tellingly turning its idealism into a personal challenge. It's a rare event that sandwiches Wyclef Jean's "Redemption Song", Mariah Carey's "Hero" and a chillingly sombre take of "Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi credibly, before offering up the subtly ironic benediction of Willie Nelson's "America the Beautiful". In the midst of its most trying time in half a century (arguably musically, as well as historically), America the sleeping giant awoke--and first listened to its heart. All net proceeds benefit the United Way's September 11th Telethon Fund. --Jerry McCulley Product description America:A Tribute To ~ America: A Tribute To Heroes

UPC: 060694931882

EAN: 0606949318826

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood