Backstreet Boys - A Night Out with the Backstreet Boys
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DVD (07 November, 2000)
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Editorial Review

A Night Out with the Backstreet Boys is a romantic,heartfelt, and intimate live performance recorded in Germany in 1998.An introduction with members Kevin Richardson and Howie Doroughexplains that the Boys have always wanted to perform for their fans andthemselves in an acoustic concert. Much like the well-known MTVUnplugged series, the Backstreet Boys perform with a full orchestraand a small choir for background vocals. There is no choreography, theydo mostly ballads and mid-tempo songs, and most of the time theycasually sit on bar stools. The group is exposed musically, providingthe opportunity to show their fans and their critics that theBackstreet Boys "really do have talent."

Starting with "Who Do You Love," "As Long as You Love Me," and "10,000 Promises," there can be no mistaking that the Backstreet Boys do indeedhave real musical talent. The solo section begins with Brian Littrellsinging "That's What She Said/Where Can We Go from Here?" andaccompanying himself on guitar, followed by A.J. McLean doing a soulful"Lay Down Beside Me." Nick Carter performs "I Need You Tonight" andHowie shines on "My Heart Stays with You." Kevin closes the solosection with a beautiful, untitled piano instrumental. Finally, theboys return to the stage for "Like a Child," the up-tempo "All I Haveto Give," a medley of "If I Don't Have You/I'll Never Break YourHeart," "Quit Playing Games with My Heart," and a new arrangement of"Let's Have a Party." The stylish video versions of "All I Have toGive" and "I'll Never Break Your Heart" are also included to completethis 70-minute "night out." --Larry Clark ... Read more

Features

• Color
• Dolby

Reviews (63)

A Night Out With The Backstreet Boys
Well I have the VHS edition and I say this concert is great.
The only thing is I'm more of a funk man and I prefer Homecoming
Live in Orlando.

A Mature Fan
This is a Backstreet Boys concert the way you dreamed it could be, without the audience or music drowning out those magnificant voices.If you can only have one video, choose this one.

A must-buy for any bsb fan
A Night Out with the Backstreet Boys was a romantic dvd. Each of the five guys gets their own solo turns. It also includes songs that are never heard by any bsb fans. It's definitely a great dvd. A must-buy for every bsb lover! Go grab one for yourself if you haven't yet!! ... Read more

Asin: B00004ZEMK
Subjects:  1. Music Video - Pop/Rock   

Nsync : The Official Book
by 'N Sync K. M. Squires
Average Customer Review:
Paperback (10 November, 1998)
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Reviews (110)

Cool
I expected an official book to be a lenghty chapter book- but this had more information than it looked! plus cool colorful pics on each page. Of course this book covers their lives up to their debut album in '98, so of course its not exactly up-to-date anymore, but its cool to have. It has a section about each member that has some interesting info and old baby pics! Theres a section about their most embarrasing moments, which is always cool, and funny to hear about! Plus much more!

oh yeah, N sync your so coool!!
Hello, I think this book is awsome. It is grate. My mommy lic's it tooo. se reeds it to me win i go tu bed at nite. I dont eet meet! I am a vegitran. Well that is wat my mommy says anyway.

a MUST for any*//\\//SYNC fan
I an an obsessed *Nsync fan and bought this book a few years ago.I still read and have read it numerous times.It has baby pictures of the cuties and shows pictures of *Nsync when they just started singing.It has lots of info and is actually written partually by *Nsync,unlike most of the other books. ... Read more

Isbn: 0440416361
Sales Rank: 537349
Subjects:  1. Biography    2. Biography & Autobiography - Music    3. Children's 9-12 - Music    4. Genres & Styles - Rock    5. Juvenile literature    6. Music    7. Music - Popular    8. Musicians    9. Rock groups    10. Rock musicians    11. United States    12. Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Music   

You Can Dance Nightclub - Rock/Disco & Slow Dancing
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VHS Tape (25 May, 1999)
list price: $19.95 -- our price: $18.95
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Features

• Color
• NTSC

Reviews (13)

I can dance!
If you cannot dance at all, this video will teach you how to at least hold your own on the dance floor.I had always avoided dancing at all costs.Up until recently, I would only go to bars that didn't have dance floors.I would even make excuses to my girlfriend to get out of dancing when we'd go out.

I finally decided to do something about it after a friend made fun of me recently.I've asked family members and friends to teach me how to dance, but nobody was able to teach me the fundamental rule that this video does: All you do is move your feet to the beat, and everything else will follow.I had always tried too hard to move my upper body to the beat.That's not the idea at all!

Some of the video was not helpful.Nobody does the forward-and-back type dancing.Some of the side-to-side stuff was not too useful, but the basic 'step left-step right', to the beat, was quite helpful indeed.Get that basic step down and you'll find yourself doing your own variations of it on the dance floor.Skip the double step...you probably won't even find room for that in most clubs.

If you can look past the occasional corniness of the video, you can really pick up some useful tips and can learn to dance in minutes!

Great for Getting you Started
I was delighted with the tape.It is the only "free-style" dancing instruction tape I've seen.This tape explained the steps very clearly and I think the dancers looked great.You can adapt the steps and arm movements to reflect your style.

Maybe it's too basic for an experienced dancer, but for me, who would rather sit a dance out than to risk being ridiculed, it was exactly what I needed.We don't have NYC style dance clubs so most of the dancing is at weddings or parties.

Don't waste your money!
The disco dancing they show is so outdated even for the early 90s.It is the worst tape I have ever bought.I thought they looked like fools flaring their arms about while two stepping! Definitely not worth the money! ... Read more

Asin: 076972065X
Sales Rank: 4872
Subjects:  1. How To - Miscellaneous   

Learn To Sing: 10 Easy Lessons (Book, CD & Poster)
Average Customer Review:
Audio CD (10 March, 1998)
list price: $20.98
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Reviews (2)

I can sing better than this CD - and thats not saying much
This CD is awful. The entire disk is arranged very poorly. I'm not sure where the "10 Lessons" in the title came from. I think there are a total of about 3 songs among the 60+ "lessons" on the entire CD - the rest are brief vocal exercizes, alternately sung by a cheesy, wannabe-the-lead-in-Cats male voice and a female voice that is downright painful to listen to at times. Some last for about 10 seconds. There is absolutley no direction or consistency as to how its presented. The accompanying book is less than worthless.

Do not waste your money! Stick to singing in the shower or at least accompanying the radio in your car.

It is good
You need a few lessons before you will get a lot out of it, but it is good. ... Read more

Asin: B000006AZ8
Sales Rank: 240916
Subjects:  1. Educational    2. Instructional / Educational    3. Pop   

Puzzles in Motion: Backstreet Boys
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (01 February, 2000)

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Just imagine a Backstreet Boys music video that has been cut into little square pieces. The individual squares have been scrambled, rotated, or even mirrored. How quickly can you put the video clip back together? How well do you recognize the music clips with A.J., Brian, Howie D., Kevin, and Nick? Test your puzzle and musical skill at the same time! ... Read more

Reviews (4)

Backstreet boys
your a fan to the backstreetboys
I'mfan to nickcarter

Something for both the computer freak and BSB fan to enjoy!
This is the best computer game out there...especially if you're a huge Backstreet fan, like me! I haven't played this computer game yet but I'm dyin' to try it 'cause it looks soooo cool. If you're a Backstreet fan - even if you're not good with computers 'cause you can just get somebody to teach you - you should definitely must own this item for your Backstreet Collection. It's a great buy and you won't be disappointed. Say you're buying this for a friend to make an excuse to buy this for yourself!

Great gift for someone... or for yourself!
It is a great game that takes a lot of skill and strategy to figure out how to put the music videos together. Even if you aren't a backstreet boysfan, anybody would want to have this mind boggling game. ... Read more

Asin: B00004NS03
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Puzzle (Puzzles)    3. Computer software (programs)    4. Music   

Conair NE150NCS Cordless Nose and Ear Hair Trimmer
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Health and Beauty
list price: $12.99 -- our price: $6.49
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Let's discuss something no one wants to talk about: ear and nose hair. It's simply a reality of life that, as we age, hair in these places can become longer and thicker. Despite the fact that no one wants to talk about it, unsightly hair doesn't go unnoticed; each of us can remember the dentist we had as a child, whose nose hair we'd gaze at as our teeth were worked on. Conair's cordless nose and ear hair trimmer can help you avoid becoming like that dentist. Engineered to safely cut hair in nostrils and ears, this trimmer's sheathed stainless-steel blades eliminate the painful risk of using scissors. Simply insert the tip of the trimmer and let it do its thang. Then we'll never have to discuss this topic again, will we? Two-year warranty. --Ariel Meadow Stallings ... Read more

Features

• 2 year limited warranty
• Remove unwanted hair from the nose, ears and eyebrows safely and easily
• Compact cordless trimmer comes with stainless steel blades and a protective cap
• Perfect for travel
• Operates on one AA battery, not included

Reviews (7)

OK for the price
I received this for free and tried it out. It does the job just OK. Noisy.

not bad for the price!
I can see people complaining about this trimmer if they were paying a big price, but c'mon!It does a decent job and the noise isn't any louder than your average vibrator! (joke)Go spend a ton more or have it done professionally for alot more, but don't complain when you're not paying alot.You get what you pay for....

ear hair expert
I bought this Conair unit for the car (!)-(yup!) because I am a wreck in the mornings, and often forget to use my "old reliable" Panasonic one at home after shaving!...Moral of this story: this Conair thing ain't even worth the cheap price. It is loud, and doesn't cut close. Like giving your ear hairs a crew cut. ... Read more

Asin: B000050B70

Yamaha PSR260AD 61-Note Touch-Sensitive Portable Electronic Keyboard with AC Adapter
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Electronics
list price: $189.99
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Editorial Review

If you are looking to buy a first keyboard at a reasonable price, try the Yamaha PSR260AD on for size. It's uncomplicated and fun to play, and it might just help you develop music skills. The PSR260AD has 100 voices ranging from pianos to trumpets to drums. One hundred accompaniments, from twistto fusion, can be mixed with the voices. As a MIDI-compatible keyboard, the PSR260AD can connect to a sequencer or computer via MIDI cables (sold separately), both of which can record musical performances from thekeyboard and then play them back using the instrument voices on the PSR260AD.After a while, though, 100 voices will probably seem limiting to most users.

The PSR260AD is not a General MIDI keyboard, which means that if you connect it to a computer, General MIDI files (a standard of most MIDI files in educational software and of those available on the Internet) will not sound correct--the instrumentation will be wrong.

One feature on the PSR260AD that most people (especially children and teenagers) will enjoy is the DJ. Pressing the button shaped like a vinyl record resets the keyboard for playing special DJ songs and voices. There are orchestra hits, samples of real voices singing phrases such as "one more time" and "Get up!" and a variety of scratches. There is even a DJ game programmed into the keyboard that helps users develop rhythm skills. One hundred other songs of various styles are also included that are fun to play and are used in the three lessons offered by the PSR260AD.

The lessons can all be done with left hand alone, right hand alone, or both hands together. In the timing lesson, the song plays and the student presses any note in the proper time. During the waiting lesson, the PSR260AD holds theaccompaniment until the student plays the correct notes. And in the minus one lesson, the student plays the proper notes in the correct time. An evaluation function gives a grade for each lesson. A staff display and keyboard displayhelp the student identify the correct keys, while animated clapping hands help the student visualize the rhythm. A dictionary function shows the different chord types on the display staff. These educational activities are very entertaining, and by doing them, the student may pick up rudimentary skills that will help in the further study of music.

The PSR260AD is an easy keyboard to use, even for a small child. It is lightweight (11.7 lbs.) even though it has built-in speakers. The buttons are all colorful and clearly marked, and all of the accompaniments, voices, and song styles are printed right on the keyboard. Most of the functionality is so intuitive and simple, you may never need to take the manual out of the shrink-wrap!

The PSR260AD is a fun keyboard to play, but it is mostly a learning tool and creative toy. It will provide many hours of entertainment for younger users, and it may very well inspire them to study music. --Chris Fresolone

Pros:

• Easy to use
• Lightweight
• Lots of fun for younger users
• Clear, intuitive functionality
• Entertaining educational tools

Cons:

• Only 100 voices
• Not General MIDI compatible

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Features

• Interactive keyboard lessons for beginners
• DJ Mode with programmed game to improve rhythm
• 61-full sized keys
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) input and output
• 100 instrument voices and styles encourages creativity

Reviews (8)

Excelent decision!
Buying this keyboard is an excelent decision. I have one who uses my little son for practicing his keyboard lessons. Considering all the features this keyboard includes, I am sure he could continue using it during several years as his musical habilities increases. Additionally you should consider buying a keyboard stand.

Very happy
It took me months to pick out this keyboard and I am very happy with the choice.I have had other keyboards and actually gave them away because I was so unhappy with the sound quality...they just weren't "right".As hard as I would try to "get used to" them, it was impossible and actually had an irritating effect on me.This keyboard is wonderful - the sounds of the instruments are beautiful and correct.

If you are just learning, the lessons are great.The song book they send you is written for instruction also - with a little practice you will be on your way.

No built-in sequencer
Just a note after I received this keyboard from Amazon - despite what the Amazon page says, this keyboard does not have a built-in sequencer to record your own songs. For that you'll have to pay a bit extra and get the PSR280 61-Note keyboard.

Otherwise, the keyboards seems solid, the majority of the sounds are realistic and the speakers sound great. ... Read more

Asin: B00004YAGA
Subjects:  1. PSR260, PSR, 260, 260AD    2. Musical, Music    3. Keyboard (Keyboards)    4. Piano (Pianos)    5. Musical Instrument (Instruments)   

Digital CD Recording Studio 2.0
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (25 July, 2000)
list price: $49.99
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Editorial Review

Macmillan's Digital CD Recording Studio II attempts, in many ways, to beeverything to everyone. Been meaning to put all of those LPs onto CD once andfor all? How about converting those cassettes (or, gasp--eight tracks!) to thedigital realm? Maybe you're not interested in buying an extra player for yourthousands of megabytes of MP3 files. In any case, Digital CD Recording Studio IIcan manage your musical assets efficiently.

You'll be working in a familiar three-pane environment: file structure at left,file contents in the center, and options and selections at right. The toolbarwill give you direct access to everything from creating a new play list, torecording from an analog audio source, to converting MP3 data, to processingrecordings.

Begin with your average playlist. The summary box keeps you up to speed on totalnet playing time versus total playing time with silent, between-song gaps, plusavailable CD-R space and time.

For those who are concerned with improving the quality of your recordings (and,who isn't, when we're talking about upgrading the analog to the digital?), youwon't want to miss the PlayInfo panel, which measures instantaneous volume peaksin decibels. The Producer panel is another cool feature that sports a range ofprocessing options. Other noteworthy features include:

• Declicking and Dehissing functions, which let you clean up recordings. Youcan adjust easily the sensitivity to small noise pulses and the reduction ratefor hissing that's caused by contact, such as the needle on the record.
• A full-service equalizer, which allows you to adjust the frequency ofindividual bands. You'll have also a number of equalizer presets at yourfingertips, which offer standard equalization options, such as Flat, Bass Cut,and Treble Boost.
• Fade In/Fade Out options, which let you get an even intro or closing to yourrecording, adjusting from 20 milliseconds to 20 seconds.
• Also, you'll be able to preview your handiwork on the Preview panel. Evenbetter, if your machine has a little power behind it, you can make adjustmentswhile playing, which allows a truly on-the-fly adjustable environment.

In order to use other devices along with Digital CD Recording Studio II, you'llneed to update the appropriate sound card settings and get the right hardware,which usually consists of a stereo patch cable, or "Y" cable. Once you're setup, you'll be able to record from this source through the software, unpack thelarge recording file into individual tracks, clean up your recording, andproduce your CD--all with relative ease.

Recording through this package allows you to record in stereo or mono, and youcan choose a range of sampling (from 11.025 kHz to 44.1 kHz). You also canrecord radio programs at any time, whether you're present or not--the TimerRecording function does this with reliability.

Digital CD Recording Studio II also handles the more contemporary formats of CDand MP3 with relative proficiency. After you wade through numerous warnings oncopyright infringement, you'll find yourself able to select easily any of theWAV files on your average audio CD for recording. Likewise with MP3: you'll beable to convert the MP3 format into WAV files, thus making your music portableand readily accessible for your computer, stereo, Discman, or office boom box.--Emilie Dirks ... Read more

Reviews (4)

Solid program
Program was easy to load and operates very smoothly.Service and shipment by JB Software was very timely.Thanks Bobby

I like this program a lot
This is a lot more powerful then easy cd creator, which came on my compaq.I can do almost anything I want to the .wav file I want, except actually take data out of the wave file.For that, I found a shareware program on CNET, SoundGadget.Occasionally I run across a cd that this won't copy, and I use easy cd creator, which does copy it.There is a very good label printing program included.

This is the WORST
This is the worst product I can ever recall purchasing (and I am not limiting myself to computer related purchases).

I have a 650 Mhz Pentium 3-based laptop and I have never seen software do to a computer what this did to mine. It continually crashed my system again...and again...and again. Each time I had to let my laptop's battery completely discharge. Then I would reboot the system before I could gain any measure of control over it. Why did I keep trying? I guess I must like pain; I didn't realize it until now, but I must.END ... Read more

Asin: B00004SUK1
Subjects:  1. CD Recording (Burning, Burners)    2. Computer software (programs)   

Hewlett Packard CD-Writer C4493B 9350i 10x4x32 Internal EIDE Kit
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Electronics
list price: $168.99
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The Hewlett-Packard CD-Writer Plus 9350i is a high-performance CD-RWdrive that delivers an exceptionally fast 32x read speed, 10x write speed, and4x rewrite speed. It enables you to store data quickly and safely on CD, makingit a versatile and inexpensive tool for sharing and backing up your importantfiles. This CD writer records up to 74 minutes of music files or 650 MB of dataon a single CD in as little as eight minutes.

The HP CD-Writer Plus 9350i uses an IDE interface (cable included) and iscompatible with PCs running Microsoft Windows 95b, 98, or NT. It comes with arobust software package including HP CD creation software, HP Fast Format, HPMusicMatch Jukebox, HP Simple Backup, CD Labeler, and Broderbund MultimediaDeluxe.

HP backs this drive with a one-year warranty. ... Read more

Features

• Includes a robust software suite and an IDE cable
• Internal IDE-interface CD-RW drive for PCs
• 10x write, 4x rewrite, and 32x read speeds
• Record up to 650 MB of data or up to 74 minutes of audio
• Write to an entire CD in as little as 8 minutes

Reviews (21)

R.C.
THE CD-WRITER PLUS,9300i, WORKED VERY WELL WITH WINDOWS 98,I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET IT TO WORK AT ALL WITH WINDOWS XP,AN ANSWER TO THIS PROBLEM WOULD BE MOST APPRECIATED. MAYBE SOMEONE HAS AN ANSWER. THANKS,R.COOPER8/19/02

Enough said:5 Stars!!!
this is the Daddyo of Burners. Highest Quality, excellent buffer size, memory management, cooling regiters, smoth operation, software rules! Can not praise enough!

People, do not pay less and get less; get an HP and it will last youa lifetime and you wont trow away any bad cd's like with the other brand of burners! HP American Quality

No wonder, american technology at its best!

Simple interaction
I chose this as a good fit for my needs.I did not need it to be super fast as I don't expect to do burn all the time.

Install of internal hardware is straight forward.

The software makes moving files as easy as it is between the hard drive and a floppy.

Pleased with purchase. ... Read more

Asin: B00004W1U8
Subjects:  1. Compact Disc Burner, CDR, CD-R    2. Recorder, Rewriteable, Writeable, Rewriter    3. CDRW, CDR-W, CD-RW    4. C4464, B, C, 4464B, 4464, 8250 i    5. Internal CDRW Drive (CD-RW, CDR-W, CD-R, CDR, Drive,Drives, Compact Disc Recordable, Recordables)    6. Hewlett-Packard    7. (HP)    8. (Hewlet Packart)   

Panasonic PV-L850 VHS-C Camcorder
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Electronics
list price: $699.99
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The VHS-C format Panasonic PV-L850 is a high-quality Palmcorder that is also capable of taking digital stills. The PV-L850 has a 26x optical zoom (and 300x total zoom) to get you as close to the action as you need, while digital image stabilization helps eliminate jitters due to hand shake. A built-in auto-light helps compensate in low-light situations. The camera can switch from a wide-angle shot to full zoom in two seconds with the integrated Quick Zoom function, and a dedicated five-head system ensures high picture quality at any recording mode.

For recording video, the camera uses VHS-C tapes, which can be played in your VCR after they're inserted into the included adapter. If you're shooting stills, images are recorded on a CompactFlash card and transferred to your computer via an included cable.

The PV-L850 also comes with a TV tuner so you can watch live TV broadcasts, although you can't record the TV signal. The PV-L850 includes a wireless remote control (handy for both recording and playback), while a motion sensor allows the camcorder to be used as a security camera by automatically starting to record whenever something comes into the camera's view.

An assortment of effects is available when you use the PV-L850. Strobe, wide, and wipe add flavor to footage. A color digital filter works just like a traditional filter, giving your video a duotone effect. Transitions are made easy with the digital color fader. Should you need to, footage can be played back at half speed, and an auto-titler/phrase titler adds titles to footage shot for special occasions. The PV-L850 will also automatically adjust the camcorder's clock for daylight savings time. ... Read more

Features

• Integrated motion sensor
• VHS-C tapes play in regular VCR
• 4-inch color LCD monitor
• Takes digital stills
• Includes 8 MB CompactFlash card for stills

Reviews (3)

good, but...
I have the PVL-858.I like the camera, loaded with features, but we live on the east coast, and every summer that I try to use the camera, I get the message "Dew Detected" and the thing shuts off automatically.The days are humid here, and I can't use it in the least humidity.What good is a camcorder that is so unreliable?Missed our vacation to Bermuda, and our summers at home and at the beach.ARGH!!!!!!!!!

Great camcorder, but the 750 is very similar
Nice camcorder, but the 750 model is *very, very* similar.The750 is also $ . . . cheaper.

However, if you want to spend a littlemore for a slightly more powerful cam, get this one.

Not enough new options
Theres no point spending money on the 850 when the 750 is the same thing cheaper ... Read more

Asin: B00004Y57H
Subjects:  1. Camcorder (Camcorders)    2. VHS-C   

Barbie Airplane
Average Customer Review:
Toy
list price: $59.99
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Editorial Review

This aircraft has everything your little world traveler needs to fly the Barbie skies--except, perhaps,Pilot Barbie and a couple of passengers to take along for the ride. It's loaded with fun features, from a microphone that actually works to a cool takeoff sound effect (which can be deactivated with a switch in case parents start to think they're living in a major flight path). The fully reclining seats are on sliding tracks, the better to maneuver while loading passengers, and the enclosed cart makes beverage service a snap. Ice cubes come rattling out of an ice cube maker; the luggage compartment has a suitcase that really opens; and seat belts fasten tight for safety. In-flight entertainment? Looks like a BeyondPink music video is playing--make sure to get a headset so you can enjoy. When you close up the doors and roof, the whole shebang rolls, for long flights or just playtime on the go. Up, up, and away! ... Read more

Reviews (56)

warning " toy will fall apart "
I got this air plain for my 5yr old I thought it looked great on the box and even when we first opened it I thought it looked great It has everything an real airplain would have The problem is the peice's are way to small for the kids to handle and everything falls apart the seat belt's come off to easily the wing's fall off the seat's them self's won't even stay on my daughter and I were both disappointed

eh....
i had this toy when i was about 5. i was very excited when i got it, but after that, i barely ever played w/ it. then, i lost all the pieces (even the seats). after that, it just sat inside my closet untouched. so, i dont recommend this toy for 4-year-olds and under, cuz its a choking hazard from all the little pieces. if u get this toy, then u should put all the little pieces in plastic bags, and make sure that all the bigger pieces always stay in the plane. it might be actually fun if u do that. so u can still buy it, just be careful w/ all the pieces or u will regret that u did buy it.

Too many little pieces...
There are too many little pieces in this thing.I had it when I was little and some of the forks, knives, spoons, and little ice cubes got stuck in the cracks in the bottom of the plane. In alot of ways it is still a fun toy.It has a little microphone and stuff.Just watch out for the little tiny pieces! ... Read more

Asin: B00000IVQB
Subjects:  1. Dolls    2. Doll Accessories    3. Vehicles    4. Planes   

'N Sync Marionette Doll: Joey Fatone
Average Customer Review:
Toy
list price: $19.99
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Editorial Review

Joey Fatone, a singer with the popular rock group 'N Sync,comes to life in puppet form with this bendable marionette. Its faceand clothes are modeled after Joey, right down to the pierced ears,carefully trimmed beard, and gelled hair. Even the marionette'sclothing looks like something Joey would wear, including the Doc Martinlace-up boots. The idea is for fans to move the marionettes to 'N Syncmusic, which is easy to do even if puppeteers don't have much skill.Fortunately, the puppet also comes with an instruction sheet thatteaches basic marionette moves, such as sitting, bowing, foot stomping,and hand shaking. It will take patience and practice, but eventuallydedicated fans can beef up their marionette skills and have Joeyperform "in sync" to his band's music. Joey also comes with a displaystand and photo poster. --Hannah Reynolds ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Nice concept...
This marionette isn't something that interests more 9-10 year old girls because they want to play with it more like a Ken doll, not Pinocchio. This toy isn't very educational.It is frustrating.The joints are stiff and can be difficult to move. It is extremely durable because after a few days, it gets forgotten about.

NSYC Review
Although cute for my 9 year old daughter, I find these marionettes do not move well.They seem to me more of a proud dust collector.

This Toy Is BORING!!
I thought this toy was boring. I don't see why some people would want it. I have one major word for all the kids out there that want to waste their money on buying it. The one major word is BORING!! ... Read more

Asin: B00004YZ7M
Subjects:  1. Dolls   

Getting Your 15 Minutes of Fame and More!: A Guide to Guaranteeing Your Business Success
by EdwardSegal
Average Customer Review:
Paperback (24 March, 2000)
list price: $24.95 -- our price: $16.47
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Reviews (3)

Excellent How-To
Getting Your 15 Minutes of Fame and More! is about just that.Well written, this book is for fame-hunters or those who want to understand how to attain fame.Loaded with useful ideas!

Just as good is Michael Levine's Guerrilla PR: Wired, which also explores how to get noticed.Both books deal with how to have a NAME.

Segal knows what he's talking about--he's done it for hundreds of clients before, making sure people not only talk about them, but keep talking about them.Still, if having fame--or infamy--isn't the whole shebang to you, you might want to give it a pass.

How to get squarely in the public spotlight, and stay there
With this book, public relations guru Edward Segal does for you what's he's done for more than 500 high-profile clients nationwide: he helps you achieve and manage the fame you crave and deserve. In 87 lively, bite-sizedchapters-peppered with revealing anecdotes about and quotes from notablesin the worlds of business, high technology, entertainment, sports, andmore-Segal arms you with proven tools.

These techniques will get yourcompany, organisation, or self squarely in the public spotlight, andstaying there. Throughout the book, you'll also find instructive, oftenhilarious "Hall of Fame/Hall of Shame" accounts of some of themost successful and disastrous uses of these techniques.

Edward Segal ispresident of his own full-service public relations agency, Edward SegalCommunications, based in Washington, DC. He is one of North America's mostwell-known PR experts, proving public relations counsel to Fortune 500companies, government agencies and trade associations. His articles haveappeared in the Washington Post, the New York Times and the Wall StreetJournal.

Comprehensive. Easy to Use.
In today's rush-rush world, anything we can do to attract the attention of potential customers is worthwhile. An incredible amount of messages are competing for the attention of the people we want to reach. Whether you'rerunning a business, offering professional services, running for electiveoffice, or promoting a book, it's important to have your name in front ofyour public.

Quite a few books have been written over the years to helpus get our name into the public spotlight. Some have really sound ideas;others are mere sound. With all these books and a plethora of publicrelations firms, do we need another guidebook? I approached GETTING YOUR 15MINUTES OF FAME with a skeptical "here we go again" attitude. Iwas pleasantly surprised.

Ed Segal, a recognized master in the field, hasprovided us with a powerful volume of ideas and techniques. The book isdelightfully easy to read, with 87 short chapters that each focus on aspecific methods of spreading your message. I read the book from cover tocover (316 pages), but this work effectively serves as a reference guide.The strong table of contents and index make it easy to find what you'relooking for.

The text is organized into seven major areas: How to Getfrom Here to There (lots of interesting background information about publicrelations), Getting Your Act Together (insights and how-to tips), EightGateways to Fame (the most frequently used channels and how to use them),Tools of the Trade (a wide range of techniques and tactics), Get TheirAttention (a treasure of promotional ideas), From Fame to Infamy (how toprotect yourself against bad press), and "Thanks for Having Me Back,Oprah" (measuring your success and keeping it all in perspective). Thebook's resources section is supplemented by the author's web site. Cleveridea: Segal can post fresh examples and ideas on his web site to manage adynamic, ever-changing relationship with his readers. This is a long-termthing, not just read a book and forget it. I liked the way the authorcross-referenced the chapters. Whenever other chapter(s) might have abearing on an approach or idea, there's a reference to the other chaptersso the reader can keep it all connected. In spite of all the work I've doneto promote myself, my firm, and my work over the past two decades, Ilearned a lot from this book. I recommend GETTING YOUR 15 MINUTES OF FAMEfor experienced promoters as well as those readers who have been there,done that. ... Read more

Isbn: 0471370584
Sales Rank: 697553
Subjects:  1. Business & Economics    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Business Life - General    4. Business/Economics    5. Public Relations    6. Reference - General    7. Small Business - General    8. Success in business    9. Advice on careers & achieving success    10. Business & Economics / Small Business