Buffy the Vampire Slayer - Once More, with Feeling
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Free Music Notes for Buffy the Vampire Slayer - Once More, with Feeling
Free Music Review: Joss Whedon is a genius.
Hit: 5 Stars
The first time I saw ONCE MORE, WITH FEELING, I was stunned. This episode was outrageous, terrific, one of the greatest things I've ever seen on that 36"! Now that the soundtrack is out, we can finally appreciate Joss Whedon's genius till the day we die.Whedon, the creator of both the BUFFY and ANGEL television series, wrote all the songs and music and even performs most of them. The actual stars sing each song. It's awesome! We begin with "Overture/Going Through the Motions", a very funny song featuring Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar). Then we go to "I've Got a Theory", a composition featuring some wacky "Bunny" ideas sung by Anya. We also have such masterpieces as "The Mustard" (They got ... the mustard ... out!!!) and "The Parking Ticket", along with a rockin' "Rest in Peace" sung by Spike (James Marsters). There's also Tara's "Under Your Spell", a beautiful song which should've won an Emmy for sure. One of my favorites is "Walk Through the Fire", sung by everyone in the cast.
To finish it off, there is a special "Main Title" by Nerf Herder and some terrific instrumental compositions by Christophe Beck (particularly "Sacrifice"). The finale song is a demo sung by Whedon and his wife, who sings quite beautifully for her first time singing out of the shower territory.
All in all, "Once More, with Feeling" is one of the greatest musicals of all time. Joss Whedon is a pure genius. Mr. Whedon, I worship you.
Free Music Review: Joss Whedon Continues to be the Genuis
Hit: 5 Stars
In November of 2001, it was official. Joss Whedon was a total genuis. Once More, With Feeling premiered on UPN to the eyes of Buffy fans and non-alike, and it made television history. Mucho thanks to Joss Whedon's brilliant writing of the lyrics, and the surprising singing talents of the cast of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. All of the songs speak in the mythos of Buffy, and are sung by its cast superbly and "with feeling." Sarah Michelle Gellar's voice is soft and powerful in Going Through the Motions, Walk Through the Fire, and Something to Sing About. Nicholas Brendon and Emma Caulfield are quirky and amazing in their true Broadway number, I'll Never Tell. Amber Benson shows she has a wonderful voice in Under Your Spell whilst Anthony Stewart Head showcases his musical talent in Standing. There are many more collaborations with the whole cast which are truly listenable with no downsides. There are also little hilarious songs with cameos from producers David Greenwalt (Mustard Stain) and Marti Noxon (Parking Ticket). The orchastral scores from the episodes Hush, Restless, and The Gift were a nice addition. Especially that of The Gift. And to hear Joss Whedon and his wife sing Something to Sing About is an extra that will be enjoyed.Once More, with Feeling was critically-acclaimed and praised by everyone. It was a disgrace that the Emmy people ignored this piece (Although it did get a minor nom, it didn't win). But what really matters is that we fans know that Joss Whedon and cast's talent is really shown here.
Free Music Review: Let's listen to it 'Once More, With Feeling'
Hit: 5 Stars
Buffy the Vampire Slayer has been my favorite show since as long as I can remember... The episode titled, "Once More, With Feeling". The music from the episode is spectacular! ...Once I got my hands on the CD with all, yes that's right, ALL the songs from the episode I realized how good a CD could actually be! I have never listened to a soundtrack more than this one. The songs are clear and consice, and when you listen to the same ones over and over again (not that I did that) you can finally understand all of the hidden messages between each line. All of the extra thoughts for each verse, each song, each and every line. The songs come out great, and the perfect, mistake free... this songs are all sung by the cast players themselves, and that's the best part! you CAN sing along with the people singing... Don't get me wrong, you're not going to get this CD and think, "this [stinks]". Oh no no no no no! it has some pretty good singers. Amber Benson (who plays Tara) and Anthony Stewart Head (He's Giles) could be professionals... You'll see when you hear their solo songs, and the duet they sing which is strung together perfectly. Plus, all the songs still comes out funny and hilarious, and sung as fine as any somewhat above average singer can do. It also comes out with a beautiful cover for it and a listing of each song. Don't miss it!! buy it as soon as you can! you'll see what I mean as soon as you get your own copy. They're great and squeaky clean and wonderfully written pieces, that you'll actually be able to sing along to...Free Music Review: A great show, a good musical, can't ask for more
Hit: 5 Stars
Though I own both of the other Buffy soundtracks, I'm always a bit let down by them. Sure, the music can be very cool, and I like listening to the album, but I would rather hear songs sung by the characters; that would be more relevant and personal for me. So I imagine that they are singing the soundtrack songs; see my review for the 1999 album.
I may not be the only one who feels that way, because here is the Buffy musical I've been craving. Fans of the show know what a great episode this one was. But fans of musicals should also tune in, even if they've never seen the show. While the CD is not as good as watching and getting the whole experience, it is satisfying.
As a musical, "Once More With Feeling" has decent songs from first-time songwriter Joss Whedon. The music is varied (I hate homogenous muscials.Yes, Lloyd Webber, I'm looking at you!) and the lyrics are surprisingly clever and mostly devoid of lame, clunky rhymes. And the songs actually advance the plot! Wow! The musical numbers are funny, pensive, dramatic and sad when they need to be. I guess it's so perfect because the show's creator wrote it for the show.
The extra tracks, mostly score, are nice but mostly padding. It doesn't matter because the musical is so good.
In short, fans of Buffy should have this album, if for no other reason, to hear their favorite characters sing their hearts out in a touching way. Fans of musicals will not be disappointed. This is a good bet, and I highly recommend it.
Free Music Review: A Serious Labor of Love for Joss Whedon...
Hit: 5 Stars
In the liner notes for this album, Joss Whedon states that, having little experience with music-writing (or even playing the piano) he sat down the summer between Seasons 5 and 6 of "Buffy" and hammered out all the music and lyrics for this episode - a brilliantly creative and witty 51-minute self-contained "Buffy" musical.While he may not be the next Andrew Lloyd Weber, his work shows undeniable talent and a very surprising ability to switch between musical fields like romantic ballads and rock opera. Possibly even more surprising, though, was the quality of the singing he got out of his cast. While Alyson Hannigan (Willow) and Nicholas Brendon (Xander) or even Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy) may not have musical careers ahead of them, virtually the entire supporting cast shows an ability to sing remarkably well - especially Emma Caufield (Anya) and Amber Benson (Tara). He not only shows courage in having everyone do their own singing, but he knows exactly whose strengths to play to.
If you're any sort of fan of the show, I hardly need to tell you to get this album, but even if you're simply curious about "Buffy" or like a good musical, I'd recommend giving this album a shot. In spite of its recent Emmy snub, it has both excellent storytelling and really catchy music. The first is not surprising given that it came from Joss Whedon, but given that this marks his first foray into music, the second certainly is.