Madonna – Celebration [Deluxe Edition] (a J!-ENT World Groove Album Review)

“A magnificent release covering Madonna’s musical career from 1983-2009. Nearly every hit song is on this 36-track deluxe edition and is definitely a celebration of her awesome musical career. If you have ever been looking for one Madonna best album release, this is the definitive version to own!”

ARTIST: Madonna

ALBUM: Celebration (Deluxe Edition) – Digital Album Version

LABEL: Warner Bros.

DURATION: 2:41:05

RELEASE DATE: September 29, 2009

1. Hung Up
2. Music
3. Vogue
4. 4 Minutes (feat. Justin Timberlake and Timberland)
5. Holiday
6. Everybody
7. Like a Virgin
8. Into the Groove
9. Like a Prayer
10. Ray of Light
11. Sorry
12. Express Yourself
13. Open Your Heart
14. Borderline
15. Secret
16. Erotica
17. Justify My Love
18. Revolver (Feat. Lil Wayne)
19. Dress You Up
20. Material Girl
21. La Isla Bonita
22. Papa Don’t Preach
23. Lucky Star
24. Burning Up
25. Crazy For You
26. Who’s That Girl
27. Frozen
28. Miles Away
29. Take a Bow
30. Live to Tell
31. Beautiful Stranger
32. Hollywood
33. Die Another Day
34. Don’t Tell Me
35. Cherish
36. Celebration
37. Celebration (Benny Benassi Remix Edit) *Bonus Track for some online music stores*
38. It’s So Cool  *Bonus Track for some online music stores*

When it comes to best albums, typically one can be critical of them if the right songs are not on it.  Especially when it comes to legendary artists and in this case, Madonna with her latest and third best compilation titled “Celebration”.

There are two versions available digitally of “Celebration”, an 18-track standard edition and a 36-track Deluxe Edition.  Some online music stores offer remixes of “Celebration” and “It’s So Cool” for a total of 37 or 38 tracks.

Focusing on the Deluxe Edition (with someone with a long musical career such as Madonna, 18-tracks are simply not enough), the album consists of her hits from the 80’s up to the present.  Back in March, Guy Oseary (manager of Madonna) encouraged fans to Twitter what songs they wanted to see on the album.  And also announced by her publicist Liz Rosenberg, that there would be new tracks included on the album.  And the album also marks the final album release through Warner Bros., the label that she has been with for 27-years.

But “Celebration” (Deluxe Edition) is simply a wonderful release of Madonna’s music from  1983-2009.  From classics such as “Borderline”, “Like a Virgin”, “Into the Groove”, “Material Girl”, “Dress You Up”, “La Isla Bonita”, “Live to TEll” and so much more including her more recent hits such as “Hung Up” and “4 Minutes”.

As for the new tracks, included are the tracks such as her latest single “Celebration” which has been a hit in many countries.  Also, included is the song “Revolver” featuring a collaboration with Lil Wayne.  And of course, if you want more Madonna goodness, a “Celebration” DVD release is also available with 47 of her music videos.

Overall, there is nothing bad you can say about this best album.  It literally includes all her top selling hits that was released.   Needless to say that a large part of her successful music career is celebrated through this latest release.  Of course, there are some tracks that slipped the cracks or perhaps fans didn’t vote for them (“Angel”, “True Blue”, “Deeper and Deeper”, “Rain”, “I’ll Remember”, “Bedtime Story”, “Human Nature”, “You’ll See”, “What It Feels For a Girl”, “Die Another Day”), but I’m guessing that there were no plans to go for a third disc on the album.

Nevertheless, personally, the essential Madonna releases that I have long enjoyed are included on this album and I think that those who grew up with this magnificent performer would agree that this is a solid release.  For Madonna fans looking for a great collection of her music, “Celebration (Deluxe Edition)” is highly recommended!

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DISNEY’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL (In Disney Digital 3D™ and IMAX® 3D)

WALT DISNEY’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Genre: Fantasy Adventure
Rating: PG
Release Date: November 6, 2009

Cast: Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Bob Hoskins, Robin Wright Penn, Cary Elwes
Written for the screen and
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Producers: Steve Starkey, Robert Zemeckis, Jack Rapke
Based on the classic story by: Charles Dickens

DISNEY’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL, a multi-sensory thrill ride re-envisioned by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

Ebenezer Scrooge (JIM CARREY) begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (GARY OLDMAN) and his cheery nephew (COLIN FIRTH). But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

In this film, Jim Carrey tackles several roles, including Ebenezer Scrooge (at various ages old and young) and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come.   The film is an adaptation of the Dickens novella was first published on December 19 , 1843 , becoming an instant – and enduring — success.

Launched in Los Angeles Memorial Day weekend 2009, DISNEY’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL Train Tour is traveling more than 16,000 miles with stops in 40 cities coast to coast. Visitors get to see an exclusive 3D sneak peek from “Disney’s A Christmas Carol” inside a 48-foot-wide, 2-story, inflatable 3D theatre, and are treated to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the making of the movie—with artifacts and character designs housed in real train cars. The whole experience is free. A list of cities is at Disney.com/christmascaroltraintour.

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Hugh Grant competing at The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland

Actor Hugh Grant hits his tee-shot on the first hole during the final practice round of The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship at Kingsbarns Golf Links on September 30, 2009 in Kingsbarns, Scotland. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images). Content © 2009 Getty Images All rights reserved.

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Oricon Top 10 CD Single Daily Charts (JAPAN): JEJUNG & YUCHUN (from Tohoshinki) – “COLORS ~Melody and Harmony~/Shelter” takes the #1 spot (9.29.09)

On new release Wednesday. Which artist or band took the #1 spot for Japan’s Oricon CD Single Daily Charts?

Buy the #1 CD Single in Japan:

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Oricon Top 10 Album Daily Charts (Japan): Ayaka’s “Ayaka History 2006-2009″ continues to take the #1 spot (9.23.09)

On new release Wednesday. Which artist or band took the #1 spot for Japan’s Oricon Album Daily Charts?

Purchase the #1 album in Japan:

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BBC Radio 1 (UK Singles Charts): Taio Cruz “Break your Heart” takes the #1 spot (9.27.09)

The following top 10 charts are from BBC Radio 1’s Official UK Top 40 CD singles:

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Note: Not all UK Singles Charts are available on Amazon (US) at this time.

NOTE: Taio Cruz takes the #1 position, while last week’s #1, Pixie Lott drops to #6.  David Guestta at #2 and Madonna breaks into the top 3 with “Celebration”.

1. Taio Cruz – Break Your Heart
2. David Guetta ft. Akon – Sexy Chick
3. Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys – Empire State of Mind
4. Shakira – She Wolf
5. Jay-Z feat. Rihanna & Kanye West – Run This Town
6. Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling
7. Pixie Lott – Boys & Girls
8. Madonna – Celebration
9. Dizzee Rascal – Holiday
10. Mini Vivia – Left my Heart in Tokyo

For BBC Radio 1’s Album Charts, click here!

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Arashi and Kat-Tun files lawsuit against R Publishing

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Members of two popular male singing groups have taken legal action against a Tokyo publishing company, seeking over 171 million yen in damages over the unauthorized use of their photographs in books, it’s been learned.

A total of 11 members of Arashi and Kat-tun filed the suit at the Tokyo District Court against R’s publishing Inc., seeking a total of 171.57 million yen and the suspension of publication of the books. Opening statements began on Tuesday, with the publisher displaying a strong stance to fight in court.

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ABC is Monday’s Most-Watched Net, Beating CBS by 2.5 Million Viewers

For the 2nd Week in a Row, ABC’s “Dancing” is Monday’s Most-Watched TV Show

ABC’s “DWTS” Dominates Fox’s Premiere of “Lie to Me” and
NBC’s Series Debut of “Trauma” at 9pm in Adults 18-49

Producing its Best-Ever “DWTS” Retention, “Castle” Beats NBC’s “Jay Leno” in Viewers and Adults 18-49 and Is Up Over its Season Premiere in Key Women

Monday Night (8:00-11:00 p.m.)
ABC stood as the most-watched TV network on Monday, outperforming CBS by 2.5 million viewers (14.5 million vs. 12.0 million).

“Dancing with the Stars” (8:00-10:02 p.m.)
For the second week in a row, ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” led its time period and stood as Monday’s most-watched TV show (17.0 million). “DWTS” saw its audience increase in Total Viewers (16.9 million to 17.2 million) and Adults 18-49 (3.6/9 to 3.8/9) from its first hour to its second hour. In fact, from 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. “DWTS” dominated the season premiere of Fox’s “Lie to Me” (+31% – 2.9/7) and NBC’s series opener of “Trauma” (+73% – 2.2/5).

“Castle” (10:02-11:00 p.m.)
Producing its strongest “DWTS” retention ever, ABC’s “Castle” topped NBC’s “Jay Leno” by 3.7 million viewers (9.2 million vs. 5.5 million) and by 29% in Adults 18-49 (2.2/6 vs. 1.7/4).

* “Castle” was up from its week ago season premiere in Women 18-34 (2.1/6 vs. 2.0/6) and Women 18-49 (3.2/9 vs. 3.1/8).

A note about increasing DVR penetration and year-to-year rating comparisons: Year-to-year rating comparisons based on the Live + Same Day data stream are distorted by the level of DVR penetration in the Nielsen sample, which has jumped up to 33% currently, from 27% at the same point in 2007. More viewers are watching shows on their own timetables, which may not be reflected in the overnight next day numbers. The only truly valid year-to-year comparison would be one based on the Live + 7 Day metric, once those stats are released by Nielsen.

Source: Nielsen Media Research (National, Live + Same Day Program Ratings), 9/28/09.

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IT’S DAY ONE OF THE MERGER, AND THE COMPETITION BEGINS BETWEEN THE RESIDENTS OF MERCY WEST AND SEATTLE GRACE, ON ABC’S “GREY’S ANATOMY”

Guest Starring Hector Elizondo as Callie’s Father, Mr. Torres

“Invasion” – The residents of Seattle Grace and Mercy West vie for surgeries and their careers as day one of the hospital merger begins. Meanwhile, Arizona stands by an enraged Callie when her father, Mr. Torres, employs a priest to help convince her to date men, and Izzie experiences the brunt of her new surgical competition, on “Grey’s Anatomy,” THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 (9:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network

“Grey’s Anatomy” stars Ellen Pompeo as Meredith Grey, Patrick Dempsey as Derek Shepherd, Sandra Oh as Cristina Yang, Katherine Heigl as Isobel “Izzie” Stevens, Justin Chambers as Alex Karev, Chandra Wilson as Miranda Bailey, James Pickens, Jr. as Richard Webber, Sara Ramirez as Callie Torres, Eric Dane as Mark Sloan, Chyler Leigh as Lexie Grey, Kevin McKidd as Owen Hunt and Jessica Capshaw as Arizona Robbins.

Guest starring Robert Baker as Charles Denman, David Bowe as Don, Sarah Drew as April, Alexie Gilmore as Sarah, Jack Gwaltney as Frank, J.P. Pitoc as Billy, Brandon Scott as Intern Ryan, Kathleen Wilhoite as Leslie, Jesse Williams as Jackson, Nora Zehetner as Reed Adamson, Bruce French as Father Kevin, Freda Foh Shen as Missy Grant, with Hector Elizondo as Mr. Torres.

“Invasion” was written by Mark Wilding and directed by Tony Phelan.

“Grey’s Anatomy” is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC’s selected HDTV format, with 5.1-channel surround sound and Spanish subtitles via secondary closed captioning. A TV parental guideline will be posted closer to airdate.

For more information on “Grey’s Anatomy,” visit ABC.com.

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UPCOMING GUESTS ON THE “LATE SHOW with DAVID LETTERMAN” ON THE CBS TELEVISION NETWORK

Monday through Friday, 11:35 PM-12:37 AM, ET/PT

(*Denotes changes and/or additions to previous schedule)

Wednesday, Sept. 30 Singer Madonna; musical guest Harry Connick Jr.; a Top Ten List presented by 10 members of the New York Rangers

Thursday, Oct. 1 Actor Woody Harrelson; reality television star Kim Kardashian

Friday, Oct. 2 Actor/comedian Larry David; actress Olivia Wilde; musical guest Tom Russell

Monday, Oct. 5 Actor Steve Martin

*Tuesday, Oct. 6 LATE SHOW musical director/author Paul Shaffer; actress Eliza Dushku; musical guests KISS

*Wednesday, Oct. 7 Actor Vince Vaughn; actress Carey Mulligan; musical guest Rosanne Cash

*Thursday, Oct. 8 Actress Kristin Davis; director Barry Sonnenfeld

*Wednesday, Oct. 9 Actor Jon Hamm

RATING: TV-PG (Rating may change on day of broadcast due to specific subject matter.)

Official CBS website: http://www.cbs.com/late_night/late_show/

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