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Grammy winners Los Lobos are back with a new family album featuring Disney classics and a few obscure Disney gems like you've never heard them before. The music, performed in a way only Los Lobos can, mixes their brilliant... more » eclectic music backgrounds with old time Disney favorites, this is an album to be enjoyed by all ages.« less
Grammy winners Los Lobos are back with a new family album featuring Disney classics and a few obscure Disney gems like you've never heard them before. The music, performed in a way only Los Lobos can, mixes their brilliant eclectic music backgrounds with old time Disney favorites, this is an album to be enjoyed by all ages.
"I was listening to the cd last night and loved every tune. I've been listening to los lobos since 1983 and they are my favorite band (2nd only to the beatles).
I've been hearing about this disney album for the past 3 years and could not wait to hear their version of disney tunes.
To hear 'bella notte' sung by louie perez, who rarely does lead vocals is remarkable. this tune will be a staple at wedding receptions after october I guarantee you!!
I got suck a kick out of "robin hood and little john" sung by cesar rosas.
This is their 2nd children's album (the 1st being 'papa's dream' in 1995), but they treat every album like gold and their vocals and instrumentals is flawless."
Hilarious!
Oliver Ready | Southern California | 09/22/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm giving this five stars for the concept alone. I can't believe these guys are doing Disney tunes! Hilarious! The music is actually good, as you would expect from a veteran band like Los Lobos. If you have kids and good taste in music, this is a must-have album."
Absolutely fun and wonderful!
Eric J. Jasso | Califas, Aztlan, USA | 09/27/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I bought this with the intent to let my little ones listen to it, but I think I will likely listen to it more. The songs and arrangements are PERFECT for Los Lobos. "I Will Go Sailing No More" is sung with so much heart, and the "Tiki Tiki Tiki Room" is just plain fun. A perfect and complimentary concept...I hope someone has video of the band recording these. Well done, Lobos! Another superchingon release."
Los Lobos + That Disney Magic = NEED I SAY MORE ???
Matthew G. Sherwin | last seen screaming at Amazon customer service | 11/08/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
""Los Lobos (which means "The Wolves" in Spanish) turned out a great album with some classic Disney favorite tunes all done professionally and beautifully! The musical arrangements are not merely pleasing to the ear, they also allow Los Lobos to put their own stamp on these timeless songs from Disney. The quality of the sound is excellent and the artwork is very nicely done.
"Heigh-Ho" from "Snow White" gets a fine Latin treatment and Los Lobos makes this rock! The electric guitars are awesome and they deliver this like the champs that they are! "I Wan'na Be like You" comes from "The Jungle Book;" and actually this was always one of my very favorite Disney songs. Los Lobos gives this an electric arrangement that makes it a fine highlight of this CD and I think you'll enjoy it. "Not in Nottingham" is amazingly beautiful; I could never tire of hearing this beautiful, poignant song done so very well.
"Grim Grinning Ghosts," the theme song for Disney's "Haunted Mansion" attraction, makes good use of the organ and the beat will have you tapping your feet to the beat almost without your realizing it. "Cruella De Vil" from "101 Dalmatians" is another tune that gets the royal treatment from these talented artists; and it's great to hear Los Lobos do this one up right! "Bella Notte" is music for lovers; this is very special music for dancing all alone with your sweetheart late at night in your living room.
"Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" is different from the way I'm used to hearing it but it all holds its own very well and those guitars work wonders for this ballad. "Bare Necessities" also comes from "The Jungle Book" and Los Lobos makes this shine with yet another dazzling arrangement that gives off lots and lots of positive energy. The CD ends with a fine medley of "When You Wish Upon a Star" and "It's a Small World" which leaves me wanting more!
Los Lobos struck out to make a CD of wonderful Disney songs made unique by crafting their own arrangements; and they succeeded way more than 100%. I highly recommend this album for the kid in all of us!"
Irresistable to young and old
T. Davis | Seattle, WA | 12/11/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Los Lobos has been rocking East L.A. and the Western World with a buoyant blend of American and Mexican music for over 30 years now. Ever since 1988, when they released a hilarious cover of "I Wanna Be Like You" from Walt Disney's "Jungle Book," I have wondered when they might make a children's album. Here 'tis! Thirteen of your favorite Disney songs are given the lupine treatment they deserve, and the album is a delight throughout. Enjoy!"