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Intriguing musical soundtrack. Sep 10, 2009
I bought this specifically because Joel Hatch had the lead role in this musical. He's originally from Trimont, MN. I found it intriguing and memorable. Some of the tunes are really haunting. It isn't for everyone but I really like the avant garde. Joel's voice was great. I just wanted to own it because I've always liked his voice. I played in a pit orchestra long ago for "Annie Get Your Gun" when Joel (Frank Butler) was just starting out.
 Adds up to dark musical Aug 10, 2009
The Adding Machine isn't an easy piece to listen to, but it's worth it. In the style of a chamber musical, the storyline itself is dark and unpleasant, but the music is haunting and delivers. Give it a listen and then listen to it again to pick up the details. Roger DeWitt, although in chorus, stands out with a great voice!
 dark comedy great to listen to... Jul 02, 2009
When I first saw this show 0ff-Broadway I did not know what to expect. I loved it! I quickly got another ticket to see it again. I really got into it's dark macabre style story telling. Even though it was a small production, I got the cold, early 20's feeling. This cast recording captures the show in a great way. As a matter of fact, the music sounds crisp and clear. Did they add orchestrations? I think it belongs in any "Broadway" collection.
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 Very Ugly Music Mar 23, 2009
Usually, when I get a new show music CD, I tear off the wrapper, read the booklet and listen to the show immediately. With this CD I have not been able to listen to it all the way through even once. It must be one of those shows that you have to see to appreciate. It sounds mostly like a collection of those sung dialogue parts that you hear in opera between the arias (recitative) than any thing else.
It is probably very powerful in the theatre, and I probably would see it if it played in my local area, but this "music" basically is ugly and is not comfortable or casual listening at all. It resembles what any musical written by Bertolt Brecht would sound like without Kurt Weill.
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Loved it at the Minnetta Lane, even better on CD Nov 11, 2008
After seeing this show in June I decided I would take the experience home with me to give the score a few more listens. I am overwhelmingly glad I did. I enjoyed it even more on 2nd 3rd and 10th listens.
I would have to say, CAUTION: This is not your mother's musical theatre!
Elmer Rice's (the original playwright) bleak world view is perfectly illustrated and expanded upon by this mathematical and rewarding show. Granted, this might not be a CD that you want to put on your 'Jog and Workout Playlist', but if you want something to stimulate you and challenge you sonically as well as philosophically, this cast recording packed with stellar acting and singing is a winner.
It is NOT 'Funny Girl' or 'Hello Dolly', but it has just as much artistry, heart, intelligence as anything I can think of.
Particular Standouts on the Disc are: The Music of the Machine, I'd Rather watch You (a tin pan alley pastiche), and The Party.
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