The Big Easy: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

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The purpose of any review is to say why a CD/movie/book is good or bad, not saying something like "don't waste your time" because "I, a person with 'credentials' says so" (oh, the arrogance of some folks!). As a person without "credentials" but with great taste in music and common sense regarding the rules of professional criticism, I would like to state why I happen to think this CD is good.

A) Because it covers a euphonious, rhythmical landscape filled with a wide range of music (and eras), including R&B, Cajun, Zydeco and Gospel. That makes it interesting and flavorful, as well as good listening for those who are fans of those musical genres. B) The music was picked by the filmmaker to create certain moods for certain scenes. So while some of the songs aren't necessarily the best overall representations for those kinds of music, they do have a strong impact of their own for anyone who has seen the film. It goes without saying, if you liked the film, you'll love the...Read more

Being a Minnesotan, I wasn't exactly weaned on the musical traditions of New Orleans. I am a big fan of the movie, though, and on a whim purchased this soundtrack. Hundreds of listenings later, I can say that it is one of the finest musical compilations I've heard. I'm grateful to the movie's creators for exposing me to this fine genre of American music and highly recommend this disk.And who would have guessed that Dennis Quaid could sing?

CONTAGIOUSLY ENCHANTING!! THE BIG EASY WAS THE FIRST TIME I HEARD THIS FRENCH/SOUTHERN MUSIC. IT'S CHARMING!! THERE IS ONE SONG THAT IS MISSING THOUGH BUT ONLY A DIE HARD BIG EASY FAN WOULD NOTICE.AARRON NEVILLE SINGS THE HELL OUT OF "TELL IT LIKE IT IS "COLINDA" MAKES YOU WANT TO GET UP AND DANCE. I HAVE TO ADMIT DENNIS QUAID MAY BE WEAK BUT THE SONG IS SO EVOCATIVE OF THE MOVIE I CAN'T IMAGINE ANYONE ELSE SINGING IT.WORTH EVERY PENNY!!