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Home on the Range Soundtrack (by Various Artists, Soundtrack)

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Lovely soundtrack complete with big-name artists.

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Parents need to know that overall this soundtrack makes for good family listening. Big-name artists, such as k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, and Tim McGraw, make this soundtrack worth listening to. The only song to watch out for is "(You Ain't) Home on the Range," which glorifies strength and violence ("a land where they shoot the mild and the meek"). However, the rest of the songs emphasize beauty, friendship, and survival.

Positive messages: Not applicable.
Violence: A reference to ?the weak? being ?target practice? in the title song.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: The soundtrack may encourage kids to see the movie.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about the big-name artists that they recognize and if it makes a difference that performers are well-known. Plus how do the songs set the tone in the film (for those who have seen it)?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Disney does it again, offering the lovely HOME ON THE RANGE SOUNDTRACK, complete with big-name artists. There's lots here for everyone in the family to enjoy. For example, k.d. lang's "Pretty as Pie" is a bouncy tune with expert vocals and arrangements that will appeal to adult listeners. Bonnie Raitt's rendition of "Will the Sun Ever Shine Again" provides soul and tenderness, while Tim McGraw's ballad "Wherever the Trail May Lead" paints a picture of vast, lonesome Western horizon. The Beu Sister's "Anytime You Need a Friend" lights up the soundtrack with beats and preteen harmonies, which will appeal to young listeners.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
The score succeeds in capturing a big Western sound, though the repetition of melodies makes more sense for a film than a CD. For example, Alan Menken's version of the "Anytime You Need a Friend" sounds earnest enough, but begs the question: Why repeat the same song that was covered earlier? But overall, the production is pure Disney -- grand, well-produced with lots of strings -- resulting in pleasant, enjoyable listening.

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Released on: March 30, 2004
Label: Disney
Genre: Soundtrack
This review was written by Joly Herman
 
 

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