If this album has one redeeming feature, it is that I bought this album and listened to it the first time on a snippets from films are edited into the music, and done so with class. Vangelis and Anderson both incorporate

Chris Roberts, “ The Real Reason Why Jon Anderson won’t be Making Another album with Vangelis,” louder sound.com, July 15, 2016. and just a bit too happy, but the beat is nice and might even make you tap your foot, just a little bit. But "Outside of references from the golden age of the cinema. Whether it justifies its inordinate length is doubtful, but it does have aDutch certifications – Jon and Vangelis" (in Dutch). Nederlandse Vereniging van Producenten en Importeurs van beeld- en geluidsdragers . Retrieved 16 May 2022. Enter Jon and Vangelis in the "Artiest of titel" box. The friends of Mr Cairo" is noticeably more coherent than the duo's first album together. This is due in part to Vangelis taking a unaware, "State of independence" is indeed the song which Donna Summer took into the singles chart. Perhaps surprisingly, it The lyrics of “The Friends of Mr. Cairo” are open to interpretation, allowing listeners to navigate their own personal journeys through its poetic and evocative words. Hidden meanings may vary from one individual to another, making the song deeply personal for each listener. 11. Has “The Friends of Mr. Cairo” received any awards or recognition? You will also discover audio production so good for 1981 that it makes most modern (2005) digital techniques seem grossly heavy-handed by comparison. Lush is the best single word to describe the sounds here - the Vangelis magic is indeed in evidence. And finally you will discover the hugely emotional voice of Jon Anderson, a man who should have been singing deep house music for the likes of Murk.

summer road trip. Listening to it for this review is the first time that I've done so since that road trip, so They recorded their first album together, Short Stories, in 1979, [1] producing the major hit " I Hear You Now" as well as "One More Time". Anderson wrote the lyrics and Vangelis composed the music. In 1980, Anderson left Yes and released his second solo album, Song of Seven. Vangelis released his See You Later album the same year, with Anderson contributing vocals to two songs. The two reunited to record their second album, The Friends of Mr Cairo, in 1981, including the songs "Friends of Mr Cairo", and " State of Independence". Later pressings of the album included the UK top 10 hit " I'll Find My Way Home". [2] In 1983, Anderson rejoined Yes and they released the album 90125. Jon and Vangelis released their own album, Private Collection, the same year. [1] Offiziellecharts.de – Jon and Vangelis – The Friends Of Mr. Cairo" (in German). GfK Entertainment Charts. Retrieved 4 April 2022.Jon Anderson was inspired to write “The Friends of Mr. Cairo” after immersing himself in films from the 1930s, particularly ones that featured characters facing various dilemmas. The song’s lyrics and atmosphere were greatly influenced by movies such as “The Maltese Falcon” and “Casablanca.” 2. Is there a specific meaning behind the song’s title? album - something I almost never do! It starts off pretty representatively with "I'll Find My Way Home",

A. Ok!!…we are here to find the Divine ‘Light’ within…each being has the perfect ‘light’…enjoy the fullness of life each day…stay healthy, be kind and friendly, and shine your inner ‘light’ to everyone you meet, be thankful for the abundance of life, from nature, to all of life’s experiences, to the glorious sunsets, the stars and moon at night..the great mystery…flowers, birds and animals that surround us…and the amazing cacophony of the human consciousness that surrounds us each day……cheers….jon a b c "British certifications – Jon and Vangelis". British Phonographic Industry . Retrieved 16 May 2022. Type Jon and Vangelis in the "Search BPI Awards" field and then press Enter. experimental feel of the first album "Short Stories" and they work on making this one a bit more accessible, yet they This is a real enigma of an album. At face value this should be nothing more than an oddball collection of tunes featuring a dash of Vangelis magic. However it is much more than that...

artist's works. I can easily give it 4 stars, and about half of the album could be considered progressive, but mostly in a lighter sense of the style. It's definitely not deserving of 3 stars, so I don't feel bad rating at 4, even with the cringe- The Friends Of Mr. Cairo” peaked at #1 in Toronto, Ottawa (ON), Halifax (NS), Winnipeg (MB), Lindsay (ON) and Hamilton (ON), #3 in Montreal, #6 in Regina (SK) and #11 in Vancouver (BC). Outside and inside" has more in common with the songs on "Short stories", and indeed with Anderson's solo albums, being a