Amazingly well done. Indepth understanding of Tolkien
author: Reilley
Shadow Rising has accomplished an amazingly difficult feat by setting the Lord of the Rings to music and verse. It all fits like a hand in a glove. Shadow Rising is a journey of very talented singers and songwriters each with an indepth understanding of Tolkiens Lord of the Rings. Shadow Rising, like Peter Jacksons Lord of the Rings has been done with incredible attention to detail. Heart and soul has been burned into this CD. Now as with Jacksons Lord of the Rings I must sit on the edge of my seat waiting for the next chapter.................. how will they ever top this?
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A superb collection of themed original material penned by master songwriters
author: Mik Llewes
This is without doubt the single, most refreshing production that I have heard in a very long time. In this age of studio over-production, talentless pop-sham, and cRap it is heartening to hear a collection of accessable, original songs penned by musicians who are clearly master songwriters. The essential tools of trade used to craft this outstanding themed contribution (unashamedly inspired by the works of Tolkien), are quality lyrics, catchy tunes and strong vocals. The 5th track - Your Burning Love rates as my personal favourite, followed closely by the final hidden track. Superb.
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i love this!
author: Ben Maynard
i applaud your ability to gather a group of people who actually care enough about jrr tolkien to make this fitting tribute.. i love you
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This is an excellent collection of songs
author: Stephanie Clark (Alabama)
This album is one of the most creative and thought provoking I have had the pleasure of listening to since Carmel Morris' album, Another Number in 2001. This collection of skilfully written songs takes the listener on an extraordinary journey through a magical world and is by far the best tribute to Tolkien's work that I have ever had the pleasure of listening to. Soundestiny, you are brilliant!
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