Robert Plant: Fate Of Nations (Remastered + Expanded) CD Track Listing

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Robert Plant Fate Of Nations (Remastered + Expanded) (1993)
Fate Of Nations (Remastered + Expanded)\n2007 Es Paranza/Rhino\n\nOriginally Released May 1, 1993\nNine Lives Boxed Set Released September 12, 2006\nRemastered + Expanded CD Edition Released March 20, 2007\n\nAMG EXPERT REVIEW: \n\nAMG EXPERT REVIEW: At first, Fate of Nations seems so light and airy that it slips away through the layers of acoustic guitars, violins, and keyboards. Upon further listenings, more textures appear, and the album gains a calm sense of tension and reflectiveness. It's also Robert Plant's most personal record ever; he addresses the death of his son in the beautiful "I Believe." Simultaneously, Fate of Nations is a political album -- "Great Spirit" and "Network News" are two of the most socially conscious songs Plant has ever written. Yet, the album is never heavy-handed and doesn't fall into sermonizing or sentimentality. Plant has always had a folkie heart; on Fate of Nations, he wears it on his sleeve. \n\n[The 2007 edition features five bonus tracks highlighted by acoustic versions of "Great Spirit" and Dark Moon," along with a demo version of "Rollercoaster".] -- Stephen Thomas Erlewine\n\n\nQ Magazine (1/94, p.87) - Included in Q's list of 'The 50 Best Albums Of 1993' - "...there's a surprising delicacy about his performance and a new lightness in his step throughout...." \n\nRolling Stone (6/8/93, p.114) - 3.5 Stars - Very Good - "...almost ceremoniously attempts to shake the Led out....Plant's technical achievements alone attest that some of rock's greatest performers are, like any legendary vintage, only improving with time..." \n\nMusician (7/93, p.90) - "...Having tired of the post-modernism that pervaded NOW AND ZEN, Plant shifts gears and turns to...hippie music? Well, sorta. Although the thrumming acoustics and Celtic modality hearken to LED ZEP III, Plant's approach has less to do with nostalgia than emotional intensity..." \n\nQ Magazine (6/93, p.105) - 4 Stars - Excellent - "...this generously proportioned magic carpet ride over some varied, though well signposted terrain should be regarded as another notable notch on the belt...the venerable vocalist's most ambitiously constructed album to date..." \n\nEntertainment Weekly (6/11/93, p.58) - "...[a] wonderfully textured and mature solo album, his best ever..." - Rating: A- \n\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nMediocre Plant lite - Actually 2.5 stars, September 1, 2003 \nReviewer: A music fan\nI don't get why many people are saying this is Percy's best release. Does it have a certain warmth to it as well as a decent vibe? Yes.\nVibe aside what else does it bring to the table? Not a lot. Plant drops his banshee wailing for a more subdued personal style. In some cases it works alright (29 Palms) but in others its really bland. This album doesn't make you get up and move, nor does it inspire you. It just drones on. \n\nI'm not really a fan of his backing band (1988 - 1991). I think they are somewhat hokey. They try to mix a "big" rock sound but end up sounding almost amateurish. Thats been one of the big problems with some of Plant's solo work. The borderline amateur feel to it. \n\nThe verdict on this album? Marginal, this "deep and enviromental conscious" album really isn't the holy grail some claim it to be. If anything it was the first shot across the bow of Plant's new whiney, husky, subdued style. Worthy of a buck or two used. For more artistically ambitious works pick up "Pictures at 11" or even "Principle of Moments." \n\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nProbably the high point of '90s for Plant., July 15, 2003 \nBy "fanboyfromva" (VA USA)\n\nYeah "No Quarter" with Plant reteamed with Page was more epic in scale the fact is that "Fate of the Nations" maybe the most sincerest post-zepp record from any of Mr.Plant's former bandmates. The only possible blemish was the cover of "If I were a Carpenter..." on this album. I don't understand why this was chosen when undoubtably better songs were covered by Plant. Not only that, but Plant's originals are at the just-right point between him trying to acknowledge his Zeppelin past AND moving on IN A SINCERE DIRECTION. I personally don't find most of Plant's solo work to be trully sincere, he always appeared to be chasing whatever the current fashion was after Zeppelin broke up. I find Plant's solo stuff seems to have tried to cash in on that synth-band '80s pop sound then regressed into pale hair-band zep-immitation. I like the first two albums b/c they are the half-way point between Zepp and moving on. This is the reason I like this album. Plant was one-fourth zeppelin, he needs to acknowledge this, yet not appear to pander to zep fans nor current tastes among the mainstream as in the '80s, to maintain dignity. I like this album because he demonstrates the aforementioned qualities brilliantly. This is the one album where he eschews the empty-headed loveman lyrics for something more socially redeeming. Plant turned social activist and it actually makes for a far more entertaining Robert. \n\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nPlant's best solo disc!, June 28, 2003 \nBy Joseph E. Royland (Gorham, ME USA)\nI remember the first time I heard this album, when it came out back in 1993, I wasn't very immpressed by it. Perhaps, it was because I was listening to it on a cassette tape, on not the best of sound systems. Luckliy, through the urging of a friend, I gave it a second chance by borrowing his CD copy, and checking it out on my home system. Was I ever glad I did, as it turned out to be not only my favorite Robert Plant solo album - but one of my favorite albums, period! I went out and bought my own copy the next day.\n\nUp until this point, I considered MANIC NIRVANA to be Plant's most consistent work, but on FATE OF NATIONS, he clearly rasied the bar. While still creating a fresh and current sound, this is also the closest in style to what Zeppelin brought to the musical table (driving rock, blues, acoustic & even some middle-eastern flavorings). Past Plant solo efforts tended to be hit or miss, and some sounded horribly of the times (SHAKEN 'N STIRRED is just waaaaay to 80's) - but this one has a timeless quailty.\n\nWhile Plant hung on to some of the core members of his prior band for this release - guitarist Doug Boyle, bassist & son-in law Charlie Jones, and keyboardist Phil Johnstone - he would also bring in some inspired choices for the musicians/writing. Joining him on this outing were drummers Chris Hughes, Pete Thompson, and Michael Lee; guitarist Kevin Scott Machmichael (previoisly in Cutting Crew, who would play the majority of guitar here), Francis Dunnery (prior of It Bites) and Oliver J. Woods; and also Clannad vocalist Maire Brennan, and the band Star Club on some backing vocals ("Come into My Life" and "I Believe", respectively). The results produced by this band speak for themselves.\n\nThere's really not a bad song on this disc, and stand out tracks are "Calling To You", "I Believe", "29 Palms", "The Greatest Gift", "Come Into My Life" and "Memory Song (Hello Hello)". About the only song I ever skip over, is the cover of Tim Hardin's "If I Were A Carpenter" - which is still quite good, nonetheless. And while others here have put down "Network News", I like it - although I will admit that it sounds like a MANIC NIRVANA leftover. \n\nSo, if you're looking to check out some Robert Plant solo stuff, I would start here, with FATE OF NATIONS. I'd then go with either MANIC NIRVANA or PRINCIPLE OF MOMENTS - but aviod SAHKEN 'N STIRRED, unless you're really into that whole '80s, very processed, heavy on the synths sound. \n\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nBest solo album, January 16, 2003 \nBy LUKE G MACQUEEN (Melbourne, Victoria Australia)\n\nWhen I purchased this CD back in 1993 just a few months after Coverdale/Page I was so impressed with what Robert had produced. The vocals are perfect for his voice. The earthy lyrics of 'I Believe, Come into my Life & The Greatest Gift' are fantastic. Has Robert sung a better song than the latter with more sprit ever in no Zep albums? I doubt it. Unledded was a great suprise, but this CD is unbelievable. The music is so timeless. Yes, it may not be the Plant of 1975 in Physical Graffitti, but please, he was almost 45 years old when this come out. This is a man not wishing he re-hash the past. Compare this to any solo album & this will stand up STILL in 20 years time. There is no 80'S sound or the wanna-be hair hard rock of the 'still good' Manic Nirvana. Listen to Dreamland & see Robert going back to the roots. Come back to Melbourne!!!\n\n\nAMAZON.COM CUSTOMER REVIEW\nThis time it's magic, November 19, 2002 \nBy Matthias Kremer (M

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