Celtic Woman Reviews

• Truly enchanting

  
  By AXFI7TAWD6H6X on 2005-03-23
  I recently discovered Celtic Woman courtesy of my local PBS station that aired their performance that is already out on dvd. I just fell in love the mix of classical and celtic music. What really struck me was the clarity of the women's vocals were. Lisa, Chloe, Meav, and Orla sang with great restraint and did not go down the Celine Dion route and oversing each high note known to mankind. While I do think that Lisa and Meav has the strongest set of pipes, it does not mean that I think Chloe and Orla has thin, weak vocals. I just thought Lisa and Meav's vocals really stood out for me.
  
  My most personal favorite song on the album is the gorgeous ballad "Someday" from Disney's "Hunchback of Notre Dame". I was truly moved by Chloe's performance when I saw her sing it on the PBS special. That song along is why I bought this cd. It is a beautiful song that sends chills down my spine every time I listen to it. Chloe also does a stunning job on "Walking in the Air". It is quite a contrast from the heavy metal version by Nightwish. Another favorite song is "Harry's Game" sung by Orla. Her vocals on this song also gives me the chills. I am so glad that "Si Do Mhaimeo i (The Wealthy Widow)" was included on the cd. It is one of my favorite songs from the PBS special. A very playful song. I wish I knew what the english translation were. Another favorite highlight for me on this album is their version of "You Raise Me Up". That really made the hair on my arms stand up tall. It really moved me emotionally, more so than Josh Groban's version. What I found rather interesting about the recorded version and the live version on the PBS special is that the recorded version sounded like it was sung strictly by Meav while the credits listed Meav, Lisa, Chloe and Orla. If you listened to this cd as much as I have (which is a few times a day), you can easily recognize Meav's delicate soprano vocals.
  
  I wish that the cd also included Enya's "Marble Halls" and Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring". They were simply breathtaking. Other than that, I loved this entire cd. There was not a single song that I didn't like or felt should have been left out. I look forward to hearing more music from the women of Celtic Woman.
  
  

• Wild Irish Goddesses in Song

  
  By ASQ1LT7RXLVF6 on 2005-04-18
  What a project. If you look back in the 90s, you will see the music industry trying to catch on to as many trends and styles as possible.
  
  There was Ska, there was Swing, there was Latin Pop and other World Music. And due to several factors (Enya's popularity, Clannad's TV clip causing a riot of people to find that song from the VW commerical, the Titanic's soundtrack which featured Irish Music, and of course Riverdance) Celtic Music became the next trend.
  
  But when the new century came, the industry had moved on. Pity.
  Until now that is......... David Downes should be congratulated for bringing about this event. He has done it, again! Also kudos go the angels who performed on this disc: Lisa, Meav, Orla, Chloe, and Mairead.
  
  Honestly, this CD had to grow on me, as I didn't get to see the special on TV. Eventually I began to really enjoy this disc. Standout tracks for me:
  
  "Last Rose of Summer/Walking in the Air" sounds like an angel lost in a cathedral. Just gorgeous! Lilting and atmospheric. A new Charlotte Church is found!
  
  "May it Be" is sung slightly different from Enya. Where Enya sings with high airy delicateness. This is sung with strength tempered with softness. Very beautiful.
  
  "Siuil a Run (Walk My Love)" is an old song. It is sung from the point of view of a woman whose love has gone to war. Her voice is sad and beautiful at the same time. Some of the men from the Irish Brigade had gone to fight in France, around the 17th century. They were known as the Wild Geese, and sadly, they never came home. The only other version of this song that measures up is by Clannad, on their album DULAMAN.
  
  "Orinoco Flow" is of course another Enya song. A march of music set to words about wind currents and exotic places. I laughed at this version on CELTIC WOMAN... at first. Only because the choir of voices singing the chorus surpirsed me. This has grown on me, and I love it now.
  
  "Harry's Game" is a Clannad track. A gaelic proverb dedicated to the strife of mankind, and the conflict of Northern Ireland. This version is sung without harmonies and the single voice is plaintive and poetic. A wonderful cover.
  
  "Nella Fantasia", "Danny Boy" and "Ave Maria" all sound beautiful in this Irish setting of voices.
  
  In conclusion, CELTIC WOMAN explores the mysterious quality that is found in the lost legends of the emerald isle and the atmospheric voices of the Wild Irish Goddesses. Enjoy!
  
  

• Celtic Lite

  
  By A3GKMK6KQH3Y1H on 2006-01-26
  Put me in the "unimpressed" camp of listeners to this album. As a fan of REAL Celtic music (Chieftains, Altan, et al.) I too find this an amazingly bland performance. The vocals are uneven - Lisa Kelly's voice, for instance, is pleasant and warm enough, but Chloe Agnew, who seems to be touted on this CD as a headliner, is no Charlotte Church - her teenage voice is thin and tentative. The orchestral arrangements are at times sappy and overblown, sounding like "Riverdance Lite". Some of the instrumental work is competent, like Orla Fallon's harp and Mairead Nesbitt's fiddle, but it's not like I haven't heard better elsewhere. My overall impression is this was an assemblage of pretty faces whose primary purpose seems to be to create another popular PBS pledge-drive special. Pardon me if I offended anyone - if this happens to be your cup of Irish tea, please indulge. As for me, I'm going to put on an Altan CD.
  
  

• Wonderful!!!

  
  By AW24ODXPY9CMI on 2005-03-19
  This is simply a beautiful CD. These Irish women's voices are so angelic, so ethereal, that it is simply a joy to listen to. No, it is not pure Celtic. Yes, it is a bit glam, but, you can't deny that these ladies can sing. I saw the Celtic Woman concert on PBS and looked for the CD. Was delighted when I found it on Amazon and didn't have to shell out the big donation to my PBS station for it. I have many Celtic CD's and this is one I will listen to over and over. Don't be narrow-minded. It is worth a listen.
  
  

• When you heard 3 you heard them all.

  
  By A1D0MM84A9BV49 on 2006-12-03
  I saw these women (and entire ensemble) on PBS and at first it was great. I was mesmerized by the lights & setting of the show. However after a while I got extremely bored (I know so many may disagree but if you are honest with yourselves you have to find this true). Every song starts to run into each other and the girl with the violin comes running out jumping around playing what seems to be a similar solo over and over. I am a musician, these are great musicians but the way they have done these songs seems...overdone.
  
  Now the CD gets even more repetitive. With PBS at least I was watching things, now with the music it got repetitive after 3 listens instead of 7 like on TV. I love Celtic & Scottish music and can listen to bagpipes/Harps all day so don't trash my opinion here. But there are NOT enough dynamics and color to this group. There are so many other wonderful Celtic musicians I can think of that have so many more colors/dynamics and variety.
  
  The dresses were awesome...that is true, but there is more to music besides fluff. Overall I would not recommend as many albums as they have, it gets real tiresome. The main theme here is my title...when you have heard 3 songs, you've heard them all.
  
  
  
  
• You've got to be kidding me?! THIS is the #1 Cd on cdnow?
  By A2CH1K8VK94C4H on 2005-03-18
  Simply awful. Total dreck. Avoid at all costs.
  
  
• PBS scores!
  By ACTK9JCJ8EHM1 on 2005-08-11
  This CD is an excellent example of why some of us have stopped contributing to PBS. Why do I bother to review something I find so irrelevant? Only because the term "classical" is used by the Amazon reviewer and others. There is nothing remotely approaching classical music in this compilation of dental office Muzak; no potential buyer should be conned into thinking there's classical music here. Even Lawrence Welk would have been ashamed to put his name on drivel like this.
  
  
• Help Me Hear The Muzak Of The Night
  By A1OSWSG4YXN8KJ on 2005-08-17
  The most revolting piece of Irish drivel since the onslaught of the execrable Enya, this dreary, detestable piece of Irish goop inches slowly up to gold status thanks in no small part to the profusion of PBS. Their animism naive, an-d the soft-core eroticism snares the male demographic for all its perky refrain. My grade: D-
  
  
• Angelic Voices
  By A3TQXZVI816858 on 2005-03-05
  This was worth every penny. Méav and Lisa's vocals stand out the most to me. 15 Year old Chloe has a great clarity to her voice, but can seem thin at times. Great traditional Irish music, and modern music. Máiréad Nesbitt soars on fiddle just as she did in Maichael Flately's "Lord Of The Dance" and "Feet of Flames". I totally recommend you see the DVD and then get the CD for the music. If you are a fan of angelic voices and celtic music then you will not be disappointed.
  
  
• not traditional celtic music
  By AQD5XUKTOF30M on 2005-03-08
  I haven't listened to the entire CD, but I felt I had to comment. While many of the songs are traditional celtic songs, the arrangements, the production and vocal stylings sound closer to a Disney movie than traditional celtic music. I hate to be such a snob, but this music is so watered down, that I feel the spirit of celtic music has been lost here.
  
  
• Totally Disappointing. . .
  By A1PCQ7PQYZODBE on 2005-04-09
  Cherish the Ladies, Altan, Dolores Keane, and Mary Black are my favorites; and they basically set the yardstick by which I measure judge other Irish music, which is my passion and is as necessary to me as air and water. I did not see the PBS show several have mentioned, and maybe that has much to do with the way one perceives this CD. Having not seen the movie, however, I judged the CD solely based on what I heard and felt while listening to the music. To say I felt I wasted my money by buying this CD would be a gross understatement. I might as well have just thrown the money in the trash or handed it to a stranger on the street, because one of these 2 acts is my plan for this CD. The music should be able to stand on its own without having to depend on a TV show to define itself. Really good Irish music doesn't depend on the creation of a visual element to connect to its listener. Had listening to this CD been my first exposure to Celtic music, likely it would have also been my last. My recommendation is not to waste your money as I did. If you saw the show (which I didn't) and liked the combination of what you saw/heard, I'd recommend purchasing a copy of the video of the show rather than the CD. There would have to be something else to supplement what you hear on the CD alone, which truly good Irish music does not require. When it's good, it reaches out and grabs you by the heart, paints its own pictures in your mind, breaks your heart and makes you cry, yet gives you goose bumps, and makes you smile all over your body and want to leap for joy all at the same time. All this CD made me want to do was hit the eject button.
  
  
• Characterless Celtic
  By ACRU20FTGCJGO on 2005-06-06
  Were they all lip syncing? You could visibly see audio not matching their mouths. Sure, live, but backstage before hand and then "sang" live to make the Strobe lights match up best. For what I heard on PBS tonight, like someone else said.. "overproduced". Far too crafted and arranged to allow for any individuality. The women all sounded the same, all high pitched and what was with all the english? No irish accented voices like when I listen to gaelic or irish jigs.
  Absolutely boring boring boring. I think those who give it 5 stars probably like Michael Bolton and Kenny G and christian music or have NEVER heard the likes of Loreena McKennit or Enya and like simple safe sounds. It was not risky or emotional and in no way evoked emotion. And the canned styles of the head cocking and hand positions as well as the stage walking was all so marked and over choreographed. Trust me, skip it if you are looking for real ethnic sounding irish music... you will not find it here. I have cavities from the starch and sugargloss of celtic music they did.
  
  
• NOT Celtic...New Age at best!
  By A2KAG3LW9U0ZWQ on 2005-03-09
  I agree with the last reviewer. This is tripe. Sickly sweet voices and over produced, with every bit of character ironed out of these songs. This rendition of Siuil a run is pretty sounding, but you don't get any feel for the loss or sorrow expressed in such a set of words...it just sounds like a "muzak" version to me.
  
  Pity...some of the women DO have good voices...but they are just so "soulless".
  
  
• Amazed!!
  By A29MK813DL07KU on 2005-03-20
  I just received my Celtic Woman cd in the mail today and I couldn't be more happy!! These women have incredible voices to say the least. This CD is already one of my favorites and I'm sure it will remain so for a very, very long time.
  
  
• Try it. You might be surprised!!!
  By A1DF3VDN98DYX6 on 2005-06-08
  Absolutely wonderful! If you are a music fan like me you need to listen to Celtic Woman. I grew up playing rock drums and listening to Led Zeppelin. Today, my music tastes range from Beck to the Dixie Chicks. But this Celtic Woman album is tops!!! My favorite song is Meav's "SI Do Mhaimeo I" I fell in love immediately!!! Listen to it for the first time before you go to bed at night. You will sleep like a baby!!!
  
  
• Elevator music
  By A1N9XFRL3I6HDC on 2005-07-30
  
  This is "Easy Listening" music, the kind of stuff they play in an elevator. I say skip it because you can do better.
  
  You would be better off listening to all the Enya they are ripping off. She does it better anyway. These "Celtic Women" are about as Celtic as Brittany Spears.
  
  Heck they sing "Danny Boy" for goodness sake. Only people pretending to be Irish sing "Danny Boy." You want to listen to what Irish people like? Try Flogging Molly. Try The Saw Doctors. Heck try U2.
  
  
  
  
  
• To Find a Celtic Woman
  By A3ARJDEPCT24IZ on 2005-12-07
  On reviewing the CD and DVD Celtic Woman I must say that I have had the privelege of seeing the show live in Milwaukee, WI on the shows 2005 Tour. The show is one of the BEST I have ever seen! It is engaging, mesmorizing, beautiful and romantic. David Downes arrangements are haunting and enchanting. The women's voices are like that of the Sirens in Greek lore, but with a far better result on your ears and life. And the great fiddler floats across the stage like an Irish fairy working her magic on all who look upon her and listen. In my humble opinion, the CD and DVD capture very well the magic of that night. I still use the music of the CD to quiet my soul on those busy days. Oh, to find a woman like those of the Celtic Woman and to be filled with her talent and beauty and charm all the days of my life. Bravo, to the entire cast of Celtic Woman!!
  
  
• Vapid and saccharine
  By A2TFEA51QHLWR3 on 2006-12-18
  I have to agree with the other reviewers who point out (rightly) that this is not Celtic music, and that the performances are weak and uninspired. The PBS show was mildly entertaining for a few minutes, but it became obvious quickly that these interpretations of traditional music are more "lite commercial pop" than anything else. The derivation from Flatley's shows was obvious. Also I agree that PBS has so diluted its offerings in fine arts with this, Andre Rieu, Andrea Bocelli, Charlotte Church, and other "pseudo-classical" performances that it is deeply disappointing.
  
  Instead of this drivel, go for music with real substance, including really traditional Celtic music (without the soft haze of easy listenin') and the enormous treasure of art music (renaissance, baroque, classical, etc.) which reward repeated listening with new discoveries. Other reviewers have made fine suggestions.
  
  
• This album celebrates the beauty of Celtic music
  By AE31M52VLKOG6 on 2005-03-19
  I am blown away by the music on this album. It is so beautiful. My favorite track is the song Danny Boy. It is a solemm Celtic standard that is usually performed when someone dies. It sounds very peaceful. I also enjoyed the song Ave Maria. The harp playing gives this track a very romantic quality. Orinoco Flow is another highlight on this album. This song sounds even more powerful and majestic when performed by an excellent emsemble of musicians like Celtic Woman. I also enjoyed the fiddle playing on the track The Butterfly. I thought this track sounded playful and fun. The fiddle playing on the Ashoken Farewell conveys a sense of sadness and sentiment. Another noteworthy song is You Raise Me Up. This track sounds very inspirational and uplifting. I loved listening to this CD.
  
  
• Celtic Woman
  By A2THGVVE3WG9WX on 2005-06-10
  I heard this on a pbs fund raiser of all places. The music moves me, the harmony and style of music comes from a forgotten time when music was meant to move your soul. I highly recommend this, probably more so that people who liked the score from "Return of the King" will really enjoy this.
  
  
• So-so
  By A7ODCUZXA3CBQ on 2005-07-17
  
  There is nothing that special about this cd. Just some Irish women rehashing mostly stale music. There are one or two good songs but I don't think it's worth the price.
  
  The good ones are at the end:
  Ashoken Farewell/The Contradiction
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  Sí Do Mhaimeo Í (The Wealthy Widow)
  
  Personally I'd just pick up some Clannad CDs. They do it better.
  
  
  
  
• Captivating woman...
  By A393OI791AZ71T on 2005-08-16
  You look very good! Unfortunately, this album sucks musically.
  You will be a great model but it is not enough in the world of music.
  
  
• Irish Lullabies & Lite Beer
  By A3BGLVC6OZM2JW on 2005-11-17
  Truth be known my original intent upon purchasing " Celtic Woman " was as a gift for my wife. Although I'm half Irish I have found that the closest thing that can be found in my ever-expanding compact disc collection when it comes to Celtic music is Van Morrison. I enjoy some of the genre but overall my taste tends to run fairly old-fashioned. My wife, on the other hand, immediately embraced it and I have had the (mis)fortune to hear this cd often. That being the case my review, though some may view as harsh, is warranted seeing how I've certainly 'earned' the right by my, what can only be considered, intimate knowledge of " Celtic Woman. "
  
  First off obviously the five attractive women who grace the cover of this offering are talented. Now, I'm not talking immensely so and I suspect that some of them may have been chosen for this project partly on their looks. Nevertheless, they do seem to hold their own and granted while not much is asked of them here they do admirably well. Kind of like Il Divo for the New Age set! Anyway, for me at least, the disc while possessing a certain atmospheric quality about it does tend to meander and I found myself after the first four selections wondering if they might'n pick up the pace just a little as I was beginning to drift off myself. Most of the tracks to be found here are generally very moody, light as a feather and tend to drift ever so slightly. There really isn't a whole lot here when it comes to anything slightly resembling a pulse and God knows the last thing this world might need is yet another version of " Danny Boy. " Celtic Woman tends to stay on the straight and narrow when it comes to song selection and no doubt many of the tracks here you have undoubtedly heard on may previous cd's. Whether it be Clannad's " Harry's Game " yet another rendition of " Ave Maria " ( which was sorely lacking any emotion ) or even Josh Grobans " You Raise Me Up " ( complete schlock, this one! ) most of these selections have been performed by many artists and while this group of five do them justice they, sadly, offer little else. "Nella Fantasia " being a case in point. I have, to date, 6 versions of this chestnut and the rendition to be found here is probably the weakest of the bunch. And whats with the Kenny G. styled solo in the middle? Anyway, sadly the only time the group shows any real muscle is near the end of the disc with fiddle player Mairead playing up a fire on " The Butterfly " but it quickly resorts back to its original 'Celtic tunes ala Smooth Jazz' stylings. I will state that " Someday " the Disney track from " Hunchback of Notre Dame " was very pretty and inviting but that simply wasn't enough to save this cd from becoming somewhat uninspiring and not as adventurous as I had hoped.
  
  Heres where I get slammed. First, I do understand that a disc such as this is probably geared toward those of us who have a casual interest in Celtic music but know, and perhaps even understand, very little of the genre. I suspect that this was released as a sort of 'Celtic light ' for those who tend to view this as somewhat exotic and are eager to bath in the Celtic experience but don't wish to jump in the deep end of the music pool. Obviously word of mouth about this project came from a special airing on PBS and while that cetainly isn't a 'bad thing' it does tend to lend one to believe that this was an offering that was put togther with the cheese and wine set in mind. The song listing just seems far too calculated and safe for me to think anything else. I've no doubt this disc is hugely popular with suburban/soccer mom's everywhere and while that is damning "Celtic Woman" with faint praise I guess theres no harm in the overall project. Granted there is an ordor of a certain overly-marketed, opportunistic aroma that permeates this cd but I guess it beats listening to Rap music. My issue originates from the fact that there is little here that is even remotely emotionally charged and nothing that had me reaching for my stereo's repeat switch. For a style of music that is known for being soul-inspiring, for being emotionally fullfilling and for making us want to roll back the rug and dance with abandon this disc is way off the mark. Its performed admirably but comes across as far too precious and calculated. Nice but it has all the qualities of holding a rather lukewarm Guinness light in your hand.
  
  
• an ethereal pleasure
  By AEJ5CNCM8VHOB on 2005-03-15
  Although I have seen the "Celtic Woman" cd in the store, I did not listen to it thinking it another derivative celtic music collection. However, I caught part of the PBS broadcast of this show and was totally mesmerized. The new spin on such classics as Ave Maria and contemporary classics like Ennio Morricone's Nella Fantasia, Enya's Orinoco Flow and Josh Groban's You Raise Me Up brought me to norvana. The soprano's(Chloe, Meav, Lisa Kelly) voices are crystal clear and Orla's harpistry is divine. Mairead's fiddle playing brings this cd back to earth with its foot stomping earthy, cetic and vibrant flavor. My only regret is that they did not include the stunningly beautiful Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring that was featured in the PBS special.
  
  
• Lifts up my spirit.
  By A2EZHVCZAQG6FW on 2005-05-14
  I recently lost my Irish husband so this album is truly special to me. He would listen to all the Irish programs and singers that he could find, and really instilled in me a great love for the Irish and the celtic music. I believe this album represents the best in Irish music. These five woman have outstanding voices, all very beautiful with such clear tones.
  
  When I feel sad and lonely, I play this music and it lifts up my spirit. Hard to name a favorite here, but I always cry when I hear "You Lift me up". His favorite was Danny Boy, so what more can I say.
  
  
• Absolutely Beautiful!
  By A1N2L9A6I686G5 on 2005-06-07
  I actually watched this performance on our local public television station 3 times now, and I just can't get enough!
  Because of this, I recently decided to purchase the CD, and I listen to it quite often.
  
  The music included in "Celtic Woman" is wonderfully enchanting and beautiful - it actually feels as if the music is touching your soul! There are really no words to adequately describe how listening to this music makes you feel...
  
  If you like celtic music, you'll love this CD!
  
  
• Stays with you
  By A20YHV1BWSH4BV on 2005-07-12
  
  Days after listening to this CD I can hear their voices in my mind. They have a rare gift for song. Not just the simple emoting of words but that rare conjunction of harmony and spirit.
  
  Each could stand alone as a master of her craft, but together they synergize into something more. A fusion of styles centered around the Celtic tradition. Though the word "Celtic" fails to do their genre justice because they expand far beyond that boundary.
  
  While those looking for traditional Celtic music may not find what they are looking for here, anyone who enjoys classically performed music should find something to love.
  
  And if you have an eclectic love of many styles then at least try out the samples. There is a good chance they have something to offer you.
  
  All I truly know is that I love listening to the music, and I love the way their voices stay with me. I hope you enjoy this music as much as I do.
  
  
  
  
• More than a fad ... delightful renaissance of musicianship and melody
  By A2VN986E5KR1NV on 2005-08-11
  You've seen these world music phenomena happen before: a sudden interest in some exotic fare such as Cuban music or teen opera or tap dancing or pretty Asian violinists, and all of the sudden, millions of suburbanites are rushing to keep up with their neighbors and the newest musical trend. Not that there's anything wrong with that. But CELTIC WOMAN is so much more than a fad and so much more than a token of the listener's trendiness.
  
  These ladies have spine-tinglingly lovely voices and their interpretations add new life to many familiar tunes and cast a warm glow on some tunes that are not as familiar. The traditional Celtic instrumentation is rich, but restrained and played flawlessly. However, "flawless" doesn't mean "soulless." In fact, each singer and musician brings a great deal of passion and loving care to this presentation.
  
  Standout cuts...and it's tough to choose because they are all good...would include: "Harry's Game," "May it Be," "Nella Fantasia," and the standard "She Moved Thru the Fair."
  
  This is a Must-have CD. Not because your neighbor has it. But because you will find a great deal of comfort and inspiration each time you hear it.
  
  One thing this release proves (as well as some of the other PBS-fueled phenomena in the past) is that American audiences are very hungry for classical melodies, stellar musicianship, and thoughful vocals.
  
  
• Music That Touches Your Soul
  By A3M6VOR6EO8FTY on 2005-11-04
  My wife and I are classically trained musicians, and I am a huge fan of Celtic music in general. We were first introduced to Celtic Woman through their PBS special, and I knew that I had to see them if they came to our area. My wife got online and ordered tickets far in advance for their show here in Cincinnati at the Aronoff Center for the Arts. The concert was absolutely amazing, and possibly one of the best performances I have ever seen. This CD is pretty close to, if not the exact set list, that we saw them perform here in Cincinnati. Their voices are hauntingly beautiful and their performance is visually attractive without detracting from the music. This is an amazingly talented group of women, and a great addition to any CD collection. For lovers of Celtic music, this CD is a must have, and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys world/new age to pop.
  
  
• Amazing - Music from Across the Sea
  By AOCO436C8OWSU on 2005-03-12
  Heard this at my sister's in Dublin recently. You are getting 18 gorgeous songs for $13.99 all sung by beautiful lilting Irish voices. I will definitly be buying this cd and I hear there is also a DVD. I hope that they tour in the US soon because I'll be there. Slainte Ladies!
  
  

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