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May 17

Posted on May 17, 2016 by disneydetail

May 17, 2005 – The Compilation Album Best of the Muppets Featuring the Muppets’ Wizard of Oz is Released

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“Sometimes, you gotta get out of Kansas.”

On May 17, 2005, the special compilation album Best of the Muppets Featuring the Muppets’ Wizard of Oz was released through Walt Disney Records. This was the first album released through Disney after their acquisition of the Muppets in February 2004. The album mainly featured songs from the television movie The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz, starring Ashanti and Queen Latifah. A song from the film, “When I’m With You,” was nominated for an Emmy award, but lost to “Mary Jane/Mary Lane” from Reefer Madness. The album also featured standards from the Muppet catalogue, including “Mahna Mahna” and “Rainbow Connection.”

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January 27

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January 27, 2004 – The Compilation Album Disneymania 2 is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“Till we find our place on the path unwinding in the circle, the circle of life.”

On January 27, 2004, the second compilation album in the Disneymania series, entitled Disneymania 2, was released through Walt Disney Records. The album, like its predecessor, features pop covers of classic Disney favorites. Artists featured were Disney Channel star Hilary Duff, indie band They Might Be Giants, and the musical group Disney Channel Circle of Stars, which were Disney Channel stars gathered for the purpose of singing Disney covers. Several of the songs were used to promote Disney movies released on DVD or soundtracks for feature films. The album was successful, reaching a peak of 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and being certified gold by the RIAA.

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January 25

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January 25, 2005 – The Soundtrack to Mulan II is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“Just to be free, like other girls get to be!”

On January 25, 2005, the soundtrack to the direct-to-video animated feature Mulan II was released through Walt Disney Records. The soundtrack features the vocals of Lea Salonga, Judy Kuhn, Beth Blankenship, Mandy Gonzales, Gedde Watanabe, Jerry Tondo, and Harvey Fierstein; Salonga, Watanabe, Tondo, and Fierstein reprised their roles from the original Mulan. The soundtrack also features two additional songs: “Here Beside Me” by Hayley Westenra, and “(I Wanna Be) Like Other Girls” by British pop girl group Atomic Kitten.

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December 4

Posted on December 4, 2015 by disneydetail

December 4, 2007 – The Pirates of the Caribbean Soundtrack Treasures Collection is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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On December 4, 2007, the Pirates of the Caribbean Soundtrack Treasures Collection box set was released through Walt Disney Records. The box set contained four CDs, featuring the three soundtracks for the films, along with a fourth CD featuring remixes and unreleased cues and pieces; it also contains some of the earliest demos created by Hans Zimmer in the early stages of production. The set also includes a DVD with special behind-the-scenes extras and interviews with composer Hans Zimmer.

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October 21

Posted on October 21, 2015 by disneydetail

October 21, 2003 – The Soundtrack to the Animated Feature Brother Bear is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“Tell everybody I’m on my way, new friends and places to see…”

On October 21, 2003, the soundtrack to Disney’s 44th Animated Feature Brother Bear was released to theaters. The soundtrack featured a score by Mark Mancina and Phil Collins, and original songs by Collins. Besides Collins, the album features performances by Tina Turner, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Oren Waters, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Oren Waters, and the Bulgarian Women’s Choir. One song, “Welcome,” was used as the theme song for the Disneyland parade Walt Disney’s Parade of Dreams. The album peaked at number 52 on the Billboard 200, while the song “Look Through My Eyes” charted at the number 5 position on the Adult Contemporary chart.

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August 29

Posted on August 29, 2014 by disneydetail

August 29, 2011 – The Disney Resort Aulani Opens

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“Discover a family paradise with a touch of magic at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii.”

On August 29, 2011, the Disney resort and spa Aulani opened in Hawaii’s Oahu’s Ko Olina Resort and Marina. Part of the Disney Vacation Club, guests are able to experience the splendors of Hawaii mixed with Disney magic. The resort is located near beaches and golf resorts of the shore of Oahu, 17 miles from Honolulu, and near Waikiki. The resort itself honors the history and culture of Hawaii, with Imagineers working alongside with locals to create the feel of the design. The resort features 359 hotel rooms and 481 Vacation Club villas, with a spa for adults and a spa for teens, several restaurants, and several activities to enjoy on the island. The grand opening ceremony took place on September 23, 2011.

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April 1

Posted on April 1, 2014 by disneydetail

April 1, 2003 – The Tribute Album O Mickey, Where Art Thou is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“The voices of Bluegrass sing the best of Disney”

On April 1, 2003, the compilation tribute album O Mickey, Where Art Thou was released through Walt Disney Records. The album featured a Bluegrass take on classic Disney songs, from “When You Wish Upon a Star” to “When Somebody Loved Me,” by stars of the genre, including Elizabeth Cook and Stonewall Jackson. The album received mostly mixed reviews. It peaked at number 21 on Billboard’s Top Kid Audio chart, and 51 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart.

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February 28

Posted on February 28, 2014 by disneydetail

February 28, 2006 – The Steve Tyrell Album The Disney Standards is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“Steve Tyrell is back with Disney Standards, an album full of Disney classics…”

On February 28, 2006, jazz musician Steve Tyrell released the album The Disney Standards through Walt Disney Records. The album features 14 songs now considered Disney classics, ranging from “When You Wish Upon a Star” to “When She Loved Me.” Three songs on the album feature other artists: Chris Botti on “When You Wish Upon a Star,” Dr. John on “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” and Dave Koz on “You’ll Be in My Heart.” The album has received positive reviews from critics and listeners alike.

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February 15

Posted on February 15, 2014 by disneydetail

February 15, 2005 – The New Walt Disney Records Imprint, Disney Sound, Has its First Release

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“They Might Be Giants, here come the ABCs!”

On February 15, 2005, the new Walt Disney Records imprint Disney Sound established itself with its first release. Disney Sound, founded in 2004,’s has a mission to create original music the whole family could enjoy, separate from music that was being released through Disney Pearl and the Walt Disney Records main label. Its first release was the album Here Come the ABCs by the alternative band They Might Be Giants. The album was a success, peaking at number one on the Billboard Children’s Music Chart and being certified Gold by the RIAA.

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October 16

Posted on October 16, 2013 by disneydetail

October 16, 2007 – The Album Disney Channel Holiday is Released Through Walt Disney Records

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“Have yourself a merry little Christmas…”

On October 16, 2007, the album Disney Channel Holiday was released through Walt Disney Records. The album contains popular Disney Channel associated artists singing their rendition of classic Christmas songs. Some songs were taken from previous releases, including “Last Christmas” by Ashley Tisdale and “Greatest Time of Year” by Aly and AJ. Artists included in the album are Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana), The Jonas Brothers, The Cheetah Girls, Ashley Tisdale (High School Musical), Corbin Bleu (High School Musical, Jump In!), Keke Palmer (Jump In!), Christy Carlson Romano (Even Stevens, Kim Possible), Billy Ray Cyrus (Hannah Montana), Jordan Pruitt, Lucas Grabeel (High School Musical), Kyle Massey (That’s So Raven, Cory in the House), Aly & AJ, Monique Coleman (High School Musical), and Drew Seeley (High School Musical: The Concert). The album peaked at number 32 on the Billboard 200 charts, and sold about 200,000 copies.

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