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As a casual fan of the show I decided to obtain this cd because I liked the song Superman (It's Not Easy). I have always felt and still do feel that this song would have made a better opening theme song for SMALLVILLE than Save Me. I never cared for that song. Except for Save Me I would have given this cd 5 stars as I like the remaining eleven songs included on this cd. I gather many people like Save Me so I guess I may be in a minority as far as this song is concerned.
I found some of the tracks to be truely wondrous. I don't usually go in for remakes but I have to admit that both Time After Time and Don't Dream It's Over are almost as good as the originals. Actually Time after Time is better than the original and how can something so sad be so beautiful as well? Also, the new more modern arrangement for these songs seems to fit the show better than if the tv shows producers had decided to play the 1980's originals. I'd also like to mention Nuclear and Everything. Nuclear is an upbeat song that seems to improve the listeners mood. The romantic ballad Everything starts out soft and actually builds in sound and intensity during the final portion of the song.
All in all not a bad cd. the pc extras didn't appeal to me but then I bought the cd for the music and not the extra pc features. In general such features on a music cd hold little interest for me. I await a sequel cd but find it hard to believe it could be as good as this one.
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I recieved this for christmas this year, and have already burned a hole through it listening to it so much! Such a variety of great artists such as weezer, and remy zero. A great soundtrack even if you aren't a huge fan of the show. Highly recommend for diverse amount of GOOD music. None of the songs are there are poorly done, no need to skip over 5 to get to one good one,and no songs were just thrown in there to fill space. Great for on the road or just "chilling" and hanging out. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to buy a great cd instead of decent.
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Great cd, thanks to this show I have a new favorite song "Save me" and another song I will carry on with me for the rest of my days "Everything" by lifehouse. Oh the rest of the cd is all good too. Go get it already.
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The superb acting and writing make the show what it is: A powerful, moving, entertaining, emotional experience with lots of bizarre twists and turns. The emotion, is not only portrayed through the actors, but also, through the superb choice of music. Whoever choses the music clearly knows what he or she is doing, because the music perfectly fits the differing moods in the show. "Save Me" is a marvelous opening theme. I don't know why it's so underrated. "Superman" has the perfect lyrics to describe Clark Kent. "Everything" is the most powerful song on the CD. It is touching, inspirational, and portrays moments of romance, fantasy, sadness, and bitersweet yearning. "Fight Test" by the Flaming Lips is a wonderful song. For those who don't remember, it was at the end of the episode with Lex's brother, Lucas. The song perfectly fits the mood: After all the insanity and mystery and lies, it's time to accept what's happened and peacefully move on. A feel-good song. "Time After Time" by Eva Cassidy is a sad, moving song played during Whitney's dad's funeral. "Nuclear" is pretty good. This CD is great, but there are a few missing songs. "Wherever You Will Go" by The Calling, "Tomorrow" (played when Lex sees the Kents rejoicing, and he is standing all alone), and "The Invisible Man" by Theory of a Deadman. But, there can only be so much on a soundtrack. Hopefully, another soundtrack will come out soon! :)
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Cant wait for them to put out the next disc. But God I hope they change the theme song, I couldnt be more sick of Saaaave Me. I love the series but almost hate to watch it in fear of hearing that damn song.
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