7 Tracks Featuring Piano By The Beatles

By Jason R. Bohener

Before The Beatles hit the scene, pop rock bands just used guitars, bass, & drums. Beginning in 1965 The Beatles started to experiment with using different instruments in their songs. What follows are 7 of the best Beatles songs that make use of a piano.

"Hey Jude" is definitely a classic. It was a huge hit single all around the world in 1968 and now in 2009 it remains one of The Beatles best known and loved songs. It's length (over 7 minutes) was groundbreaking at the time and for many years it was the longest #1 single of all time in both the UK & US.

"Let It Be" is one of The Beatles most timeless songs and like all seven of The Beatles piano based songs in this article it was sung and written by Paul McCartney (who also played the piano on all of these songs.) It was title track to the last album The Beatles released, although it was actually recorded before Abbey Road. It was a hit single in countries around the world and is still among their most popular songs today.

"The Long & Winding Road" was The Beatles 20th and final #1 single in the US. It was a song that actually played some role in The Beatles break-up because Paul McCartney was so infuriated by the over the top orchestration that was added to the song by producer Phil Spector. McCartney did not approve of this and actually intended the song to be far more understated. To hear McCartney's intended version of the song check out the Let It Be... Naked album.

"For No One" wasn't a hit single like the previous three songs but for many Beatles fanatics it's one of their greatest songs. It's a great example of the kind of song casual Beatles fans are missing out on by just sticking to the "Greatest Hits" compilation albums.

"The Fool on the Hill" is such a great song. I think part of what makes it so great is that it's hard to pinpoint exactly what kind of song it is. Plus there's the flutes. You can't go wrong with flutes like that.

"Lady Madonna" is a rarity in that it's piano based Beatles song that isn't a ballad. It's a fun upbeat song that features a great bass part and a saxophone. And the song is so catchy that it became a hit not only for The Beatles in the '60s but also for Sublime in the '90s with "What I Got" which took the melody from this tune almost note for note.

"Maxwell's Silver Hammer" includes a lot of weird sounds (mostly courtesy of the Moog synthesizer) but it also includes a good old fashioned piano. The Beatles weren't afraid to mix together all kinds of different sounds. They also weren't afraid to write ridiculous lyrics about a serial killer set to a rather silly tune. - 23806

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Woody Allen's Top 10 Funny Quotes

By Joanne Aika Castillo

If there's one comedian I'd turn to for a sure fire dose of laughter, it would be Woody Allen. It seems like everybody knows who Woody Allen is. He is the man behind Annie Hall, Manhattan, Hannah and her Sisters, and a lot more movies which subscribe to the same film genre. Most of his films deal with recurring themes on sexuality, philosophy, literature, psychoanalysis, New York City, and Jewish identity. Aside from that, his films often portray a self-reflexive Woody Allen persona: the neurotic writer in New York City.

Allen's sense of humor can be described as wry, sarcastic, intellectual, neurotic, and self deprecating. He is brand of funny is unmistakably full of wit. I am a total fan of his humor. Almost all the funny quotable quotes that we derive from him and his characters embody an observant humorist who has got something to say about society. What makes it funny is that his dialogues tell us the undeniable truth. He has successfully mastered the humor that doesn't underestimate his audience's intellect.

Having said that, I have compiled ten of Woody Allen's funny quotations. These funny quotes were either taken from one of Woody's interviews or from a funny quotable line uttered by one of his characters. Ive selected funny quotes on sexuality, marriage, literature, death, relationships and pop culture. Surely these funny quotes will not only make you laugh but ponder on other themes as well.

Top 10 Funny Quotes from Woody Allen:

1. I took the speed reading course and read War and Peace in twenty minutes. Its about Russia.

2. If my films don't show a profit, I know Im doing something right.

3. I sold the memoirs of my sex life to a publisher. They are going to make a board game out of it.

4. In Los Angeles they don't throw out their garbage away. They make it into television shows.

5. Another good thing about being poor is that when you are seventy your children will not have declared you legally insane in order to gain control of your estate.

6. A fast word about oral contraception. I asked a girl to go to bed with me and she said no.

7. I'm not afraid to die. I just don't want to be there when it happens.

8. I took a test in Existentialism. I left all the answers blank and got a 100.

9. The only time my wife and I had a simultaneous orgasm was when the judge signed the divorce papers.

10. When I was kidnapped, my parents snapped into action. They rented out my room.

In my opinion, the first three quotes on the list are the funniest. All three quotes exemplify Woody Allen's classic brand of humor: the wry, sarcastic, and self-deprecating qualities of his jokes. The first one on speed reading is a hilarious critique on pretentiousness. The second funny quote is an ironic and defensive view of a film's value and commercial success. The third funny quote juxtaposes Allen's sex life and a board game which makes it a clever example of his self-deprecating humor. All in all, each of Woody Allen's funny quotes is a testament that humor is indeed a universal language. - 23806

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Joanne Aika Castillo is a Comparative Literature graduate, major in European Literature, from the University of the Philippines. She is the editor of an excellent online collection of famous and inspiring quotations at Quote Summit. To read more of Woody Allens funniest lines and other funny quotations, visit Quote Summit now.

Top Action Movies Of All Time - Can You Guess The Movie Quote

By S Flynn

Ever since I can remember I have been a huge fan of action movies, and growing up I still remember sitting down with the rest of the family and watching those classic Arnie, Stallone, Van Dame and Steven Seagal movies. In recent years my enthusiasm for action movies hasn't changed and think that the newer breed of action stars such as Denzel Washinton, Jason Statham, Jet Li and plenty of others have taken action films to a fresh, unique and equally entertaining level.

Below I have collected quotes from a list of great action movies, lets see if you can guess the movie quote and work out what I consider to be the all time best action movies...

1) She says the jungle... it just came alive and took him.

2) Tweety Bird - Any sign of Wile E. Coyote? -William Strannix - No. Meet at the bird cage as planned, Roadrunner, out! Krill You're the roadrunner? - William Strannix - Yeah, never been caught. Mee-meep.

3) (bad guy reveals a nuclear weapon) Bad Guy - Do you know what this is? - Good Guy - I know what this is... This is an espresso machine. No, no wait. It's a snow cone maker. Is it a water heater?

4) Silly Caucasian girl likes to play with Samurai swords.

5) Lower your flags and march straight back to England, stopping at every home you pass by to beg forgiveness for a hundred years of theft, rape, and murder. Do that and your men shall live. Do it not, and every one of you will die today.

6) The Skynet Funding Bill is passed. The system goes on-line August 4th, 1997. Human decisions are removed from strategic defense. Skynet begins to learn at a geometric rate. It becomes self-aware at 2:14 a.m. Eastern time, August 29th. In a panic, they try to pull the plug.

7) You don't seem to want to accept the fact you're dealing with an expert in guerrilla warfare, with a man who's the best, with guns, with knives, with his bare hands. A man who's been trained to ignore pain, ignore weather, to live off the land, to eat things that would make a billy goat puke. In Vietnam his job was to dispose of enemy personnel. To kill! Period! Win by attrition. Well (main characters name) was the best.

8) You think I wouldn't have been prepared? Two years I spent setting up that elevator job, two years I invested in it. You couldn't understand the kind of commitment that I have. You ruined a man's life's work and you think you can walk away? You got blinders on to the world! But I got your attention now, didn't I Jack?

9) - (main character) - Why did you pick me? - Dr. Albert Hirsch - You really don't remember, do you? We didn't pick you. You picked us. You volunteered. Right here. Right here, even after you were warned.

10) - Bad Guy - Mr. Mystery Guest? Are you still there? - Good Guy - Yeah, I'm still here. Unless you wanna open the front door for me. - Bad Guy - Uh, no, I'm afraid not. But, you have me at a loss. You know my name but who are you? Just another American who saw too many movies as a child? Another orphan of a bankrupt culture who thinks he's John Wayne? Rambo? Marshal Dillon? - Good Guy - Was always kinda partial to Roy Rogers actually. I really like those sequined shirts. - Bad Guy - Do you really think you have a chance against us, Mr. Cowboy? - 23806

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Watch Free The Clique

By Dustin Tyler

The Clique is a sweet little story in which, Ellen Marlow starred as Claire wants to be the new queen, and youll keep wondering throughout the movie about whats going to happen next. If youve missed The Clique movie in the theatres, you may watch it online.

Basically, it is based on a novel, but the movie has not lived up to the expectations of those whove read the novel, nevertheless it will keep you interested all the time for sure. In case, youve missed out this emotional movie, with tinge of everything right from action, sentiments, relationships, down to life and a bit of tragedy, you can watch the Clique online.

You can watch the clique online free of cost by following the link provided in the resource box at the end of the review. It also connects you to a massive online movie database featuring just under 80million movies available for download.

The storyline of the movie is relatively simply, as the movie starts off with Claire " a totally wanna be kind of girl, who just wants to be herself against all odds. As her life progresses, the movie presents all the aspects of life of a teenage girl. Claires role is well supported by the other members in the star-cast.

The star cast includes Elizabeth McLaughlin as Massie Block, Samantha Boscarino as Alicia, Roger Dillingham Jr. as Paramedic, Ellen Marlow as Claire Lyons, Elizabeth Keifer as Judy Lyons, Dale Appel as Upscale Shopper, Elizabeth Gillies as Shelby, Sophie Anna Everhard as Dylan, Stephen Guarino as Vincent and Chris Conte as Abeleys Dad.

Well, just as you cant expect the fun of reading Harry Potter novels in the movies, something similar happens to be the case with the Clique, nevertheless the movie is captivating enough to keep your mind pre-occupied and your eyes glued on to the screen all the time.

However, as a whole the Clique movie is a good one to enjoy, especially at home with your close pals, if you happen to be a teenager. But, watching it online for free reduces your financial burden and gives you the freedom to enjoy it during late hours of night at home, or your friends house or even at office.

To watch the clique online free, all you need to do is to subscribe to the site whose link is provided below, and simply follow the easy sign-up process to enjoy the movie. The quality of the movie is almost comparable to a DVD, while the download speed is very high too.

Furthermore, there are no viruses, malware, spyware, adware or any other malicious programs in the downloaded files and this has been tested by various users. Youll definitely enjoying watching the latest movies online safely, totally free of cost and the Clique Movie may serve as the perfect starting point and get you started with. - 23806

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Top Fancy Dress Ideas - Movie Themes

By Fawn Savcedo

Have you been invited to a fancy dress party and you need a costume? Maybe you want to organise a fancy dress party so you need to come up with a good theme. Some of the easiest and best themes and costumes are based on cartoons, storybooks and movies.

Some of the best themes are from movies and cartoons, in particular Disney. There have been so many Disney films made that there are simply hundreds of costumes to choose from, for kids and adults alike.

Some of the most popular Disney movies include Peter Pan, Shrek, Buzz Lightyear, Robin Hood, Little Red Riding Hood, and the classic Wizard of Oz. There are so many Disney movies that if you just think of your favourite you'll probably be able to get a costume.

Due to the success of the three Pirates of the Caribbean movies pirate costumes are a common choice. They are an easy costume to create and there are lots of different ones available for boys and girls. You can also make them yourself and a few accessories like an eye patch and a sword.

Another top fancy dress idea is a Moulin Rouge costume, these were made popular by the movie of the same name, starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor. Moulin Rouge costumes can be sexy and fun to wear, and there are loads of gorgeous costumes already available to buy. Just think of feathers, fishnets and can-can girls and you'll be on your way to getting a great Moulin Rouge costume.

Other film based fancy dress themes include the classic movie The Wizard of Oz, as there is a whole cast of well-known characters on which to base a costume. The most obvious Wizard of Oz costume is of course Dorothy, but you can also get costumes for the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and the Scarecrow, as well as the Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda the Good Witch, and the wizard himself. This is a fantastic theme as the costumes are so much fun and so recognisable.

Another popular movie theme is Star Wars. You can get Star Wars costumes for pretty much every character from every movie, which means there is lots of choice to create a varied and fun costume party. From classic Chewbacca, Darth Vader, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia costumes to more recent film characters such as the fabulous Darth Maul. Another very popular Star Wars fancy dress costume for girls is the white Padme Amidala outfit.

Another top theme is Super Heroes, which are featured in many movies based on well-known comic books. This is a popular theme for both adults and children, as again there are loads of different super hero fancy dress costumes available and everyone has a favourite. Some examples include Spiderman, Batman, Superman, Mr Incredible, Captain America, Iron Man, The Thing, Wonder Woman, Super Girl and Cat Woman.

The amount of fancy dress ideas based on movies is vast so it is a good idea is to think of your favourite film, superhero, cartoon, storybook or fairy tale and base your fancy dress costume on that. If you wear something you like youre bound to have lots of fun. - 23806

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