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[Dennie]

Red Headed Stranger

Willie Nelson

1975 Columbia Records

Amazon.com essential recording

Though this 1975 album cost Willie only $20,000 to record, it handed him the success he'd craved after years as a hit songwriter and modestly successful singer. By blending originals and vintage material, he created a timeless Western saga, one that originally left Columbia Records, who'd guaranteed him artistic control, skeptical. The label's doubts, amplified by the fact that Nelson had recorded the album in Texas with only his seven-piece touring band, evaporated after the album and two singles, "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" and "Remember Me," became huge hits and launched Willie into the stratosphere. This enhanced version preserves the original sequence, adding four bonus tracks. One, a brief snippet of Bach's "Minuet in G" from the 1986 Red Headed Stranger film, is inconsequential. Three more, from the 1975 sessions, are enjoyable covers of Hank Williams's "I Can't Help It If I'm Still in Love with You," Bob Wills's "A Maiden's Prayer," and Pee Wee King's "Bonaparte's Retreat," footnotes to the original but welcome nonetheless. --Rich Kienzle

Side One

1. Time of the Preacher Willie Nelson 2:26
2. I Couldn't Believe It Was True Eddy Arnold, Wally Fowler 1:32
3. Time of the Preacher Theme Willie Nelson 1:13
4. Medley: Blue Rock Montana/Red Headed Stranger Nelson, Carl Stutz, Edith Lindeman 1:36
5. Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain Fred Rose 2:21
6. Red Headed Stranger Carl Stutz, Edith Lindeman 4:00
7. Time of the Preacher Theme Willie Nelson 0:53

Side Two

1. Just as I Am Willie Nelson 0:26
2. Denver Willie Nelson 1:47
3. O'er the Waves Juventino Rosas, arranged by Willie Nelson 0:47
4. Down Yonder L. Wolfe Gilbert 1:56
5. Can I Sleep in Your Arms Hank Cochran 5:24
6. Remember Me Scotty Wiseman 2:52
7. Hands on the Wheel Bill Callery 4:22
8. Bandera Willie Nelson 2:19

 

[Dennie]

Mistletoe Jam

The Christmas Jug Band

1987 Globe Records (Green Vinyl)

This internationally acclaimed eleven song soundtrack for the season was produced by Tim Eschliman and Dan Hicks and was recorded in 1986 in the San Francisco area at Globe Studios, Mill Valley. The album was originally released in green vinyl and cassette on the Globe Records label in 1987 and re-released in the CD, cassette, and black vinyl formats on Relix Records out of Brooklyn, New york in 1988. One cut from this album, "Somebody Stole My Santa Claus Suit" is featured as the lead-off track on the offbeat Christmas compilation titled "Bummed Out Christmas" on Rhino Records.

"Santa Claus Is Coming To Town"
"Rudolf the Bald Headed Reindeer"
"Santa Claus Want Some Lovin"
"Gee Rudolf, Aint I Good To You?"
"Xmas Shopping Blues"
"I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Christmas Card"
"'Twas the Night Before Christmas"
(Featured on NBC's My Name Is Earl Episode 10, "White Lie Christmas." Season 1)
"I Got Home Today For Christmas"
"O Holy Night"
"Somebody Stole My Santa Claus Suit"
"What Are You Doing New Years' Eve?"

"Clearly the alternative Christmas record of the year. The fun and the funk rollick along and a good time is sure to be had by all."
- Midwest Record Recap

 

[Dennie]

My last one for the evening.....

The Shadow Of Your Smile

Astrud Gilberto

1965 Verve Records

Best music I've ever heard!, May 9, 2009
By R. Brayley (Heaven=Texas) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Shadow of Your Smile (Spec Packaging) (Audio CD)

I bought this music on vinyl when it first came out, and I've been listening to it for over forty years (where did the time go?) As has been said about other achievements, this is (to paraphrase) a musical experience that is appropriate for all times and places. Of course I can name other music of all styles that touch my heart, but I defy anyone to find anything more intensely "human" than these few songs. If you are human, you will never want to part with the sound, the emotions, the simple perfection of these works of art.

"The Shadow of Your Smile" (Johnny Mandel, Paul Francis Webster) – 2:31
"(Take Me to) Aruanda" (Norman Gimbel, Carlos Lyra, Geraldo Vandre) – 2:30
"Manhã de Carnaval" (Luiz Bonfá, Antonio Maria) – 1:57
"Fly Me to the Moon" (Bart Howard) – 2:22
"The Gentle Rain" (Bonfá, Matt Duby) – 2:26
"Non-Stop to Brazil" (Bonfá, Duby, Gimbel) – 2:27
"O Ganso" (Bonfá) – 2:09
"Who Can I Turn To? (When Nobody Needs Me)" (Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley) – 2:10
"Day by Day" (Sammy Cahn, Axel Stordahl, Paul Weston) – 2:09
"Tristeza" (Bonfá, Maria Toledo) – 2:23
"Funny World" (Alan Brandt, Ennio Morricone) – 2:24

 

[Dennie]

Latino America -- Remastered 2 CD Set

Gato Barbieri

1987 Impulse Records

Released in the wake of the commercial success of his comeback, Que Pasa, Latino America is a double-disc that combines Gato Barbieri's first two albums for a major label. Both records were recorded in the early '70s, largely in Brazil and Argentina, and they have been remastered by Ed Michel, the original producer of these sessions. In addition to all of the material from the two albums -- including four tracks that have been restored to thier full extended length -- Latino America contains five previously unreleased tracks. Barbieri's smooth fusion of jazz and South American rhythms have rarely sounded as fresh or alive as they do here, making it one of the more vital collections in his catalog. ~ Leo Stanley

Track Listing
DISC 1:
1. Encuentros
2. India
3. China Leoncia Arreo la Correntinada Tarjo Entre la Muchachada la ..., La
4. Nunca Más - (previously unreleased)
5. China Leoncia Arreo la Correntinada Trajo Entre la Muchachada la ..., La - (previously unreleased)
6. Nunca Más - (previously unreleased)
7. Gato Gato - (previously unreleased)
8. To Be Continued

DISC 2:
1. Encontros - (previously unreleased)
2. Latino America
3. Marissea - (previously unreleased)
4. Para Nosotros - (previously unreleased)
5. Juana Azurduy
6. Latino America - (previously unreleased)
7. Maté - (previously unreleased)

 

[heeman]

First Listen to this one!

 

[Dennie]

Bossa Nova Stories -- CD

Eliane Elias

2009 Blue Note Records

Eliane Elias returns to the music of her native Brazil with this collection of bossa nova favorites, though there are a few American standards and pop songs recast as bossa novas as well. The pianist has grown in confidence as a vocalist over the course of several CDs, developing a sexy yet never overdone style that beautifully complements the music. With her husband Marc Johnson (who has also been her longtime bassist of choice), drummer Paulo Braga, either Oscar Castro-Neves or Ricardo Vogt on acoustic guitar, and a pair of guests, Elias proves herself as a talented singing pianist, effortlessly switching between English and Portuguese lyrics. Some of the tracks add string orchestrations, yet they never overwhelm the arrangements. Highlights include the easygoing rendition of "The More I See You," the relaxed and sensual treatment of "Estate (Summer)" (which adds Toots Thielemans on harmonica), "I'm Not Alone (Who Loves You?)" (which includes composer Ivan Lins in a vocal duet with Elias), and a surprisingly effective setting of Stevie Wonder's "Superwoman" (with Thielemans making another guest appearance). Eliane Elias remains one of the top bossa nova interpreters, in addition to her skills in many other jazz styles. ~ Ken Dryden

Track listing

1. Girl from Ipanema, The
2. Chega de Saudade
3. More I See You, The
4. They Can't Take That Away from Me
5. Desafinado
6. Estate (Summer)
7. Day in Day Out
8. I'm Not Alone (Who Love You?)
9. Too Marvelous for Words
10. Superwoman
11. Falsa Baiana
12. Minha Saudade
13. Ra, A
14. Day by Day

Bonus Picture...... :eusa-whistle:

 

[Dennie]

Terra Brasilis -- CD

Antonio Carlos Jobim - Arranged and Conducted by Claus Ogerman

1980 Warner Bros. Records

Another great album & pairing with Claus Ogerman, June 17, 2000
By Barbara J. Major "bjbear71" (Upper Darby, PA United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Terra Brasilis (Audio CD)

Anyone who is a fan of "A Certain Mr. Jobim", "Wave", "Urubu" or any of the other joint efforts by Tom Jobim and Claus Ogerman (arranger), will want to add this album to their collection of Jobim recordings. Beautiful orchestral arrangements--the kind for which Ogerman never disappoints. There are some very moving tracks here--enough that it is difficult for me to single out a favorite track--and I don't know how anyone could not enjoy listening to every minute of this CD.

"Vivo Sonhando" (Gene Lees) –3:00
"Canta Mais (Sing Once More)" (Vinicius de Moraes) –4:32
"Olha Maria (Amparo)" –4:04
"One Note Samba" (Jon Hendricks, Newton Mendonça) –2:17
"Dindi" (Aloysio de Oliveria, Ray Gilbert) –4:13
"Corcovado" (Lees) –3:26
"Marina" –2:41
"Desafinado" ("Slightly Out of Tune") (Lees, Mendonça) –3:24
"Você Vai Ver" ("You'll See") –2:55
"Estrada Do Sol" (Dolores Duran) –2:04
"The Girl from Ipanema" (de Moraes, Norman Gimbel) –4:47
"Double Rainbow" –4:04
"Triste" –3:03
"Wave" –3:39
"Someone to Light Up My Life" (de Moraes) –3:03
"Falando de Amor" ("Speaking of Love") – 3:39
"Two Kites" –4:36
"Modinha" (de Moraes) –3:37
"The Song of the Sabiá (Sabiá)" (Chico Buarque, Gimbel) –4:04
"This Happy Madness (Estrada Branca)" (de Moraes, Lees) –2:49

All songs composed by Antonio Carlos Jobim, lyricists indicated.

 

[Dennie]

Dreams - The Ultimate Corrs Collection -- CD

The Corrs

2006 Atlantic/Rhino Records

Corr Blimey!, December 1, 2006
By Amanda Richards (Georgetown, Guyana) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE) (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Dreams: The Ultimate Corrs Collection (Thai) (Audio CD)

This compilation album from the mega-talented Corr Family Singers (as opposed to the Von Trapp Family Singers of course) is their second "hits" collection, but the two albums are different enough to justify getting both if you're a Corrs fan.

Jim, Sharon, Caroline and Andrea Corr (thought I'd list Jim first for a change) play almost every musical instrument known to man (or woman) between them, including the tin whistle (Andrea) and the bodhran (Caroline), giving them a very distinctive sound that you can pick out across a crowded room.

This CD has twenty tracks, only eight of which can be found on "The Best of the Corrs" and most of the eight are remixed and tweaked for a whole new sound. Fourteen of their singles are included, the lead off single from this CD being a remix of "Goodbye" from the album "Borrowed Heaven"

Other tracks of special interest are the radio mix of "Dreams" (written by Stevie Nicks and made famous by Fleetwood Mac); "When the Stars Go Blue" a live performance of the Ryan Adams song, featuring Bono; perennial favorite "Breathless", and the classic "Ruby Tuesday" featuring Ron Wood from the "Live in Dublin" album.

There are also two instrumentals, "Haste to the Wedding" (fans of the kid's group "The Wiggles" will remember this one) and "Toss the Feathers".

Recommended for Corrs fans everywhere to keep us going until a new album is released.


Amanda Richards, December 1, 2006

"Goodbye" (2006 Remix, from Borrowed Heaven) (The Corrs) – 3:45
"Forgiven, Not Forgotten" (from Forgiven, Not Forgotten) (The Corrs) – 4:15
"Dreams" (Tee’s Radio mix, from Talk on Corners) (Stevie Nicks) – 3:52
"Radio" (from The Corrs Unplugged) (The Corrs) – 4:47
"When the Stars Go Blue" (Remix feat. Bono) (Ryan Adams) – 3:58
"Only When I Sleep" (from Talk on Corners) (The Corrs, Oliver Leiber, Paul Peterson, John Shanks) – 4:17
"Breathless" (from In Blue) (The Corrs, Robert John "Mutt" Lange) – 3:25
"So Young" (K-Klass mix, from Talk on Corners) (The Corrs) – 4:12
"Runaway" (from Forgiven, Not Forgotten) (The Corrs) – 4:20
"Summer Sunshine" (from Borrowed Heaven) (The Corrs) – 2:51
"What Can I Do?" (Tin Tin Out mix, from Talk on Corners) (The Corrs) – 4:14
"All I Have To Do Is Dream" (feat. Laurent Voulzy) (Boudleaux Bryant, Felice Bryant) – 3:34
"No Frontiers" (from The Corrs Unplugged) (Jimmy McCarthy) – 4:24
"Angel" (from Borrowed Heaven) (The Corrs) – 3:25
"Old Town" (from Home) (James Bain, Phil Lynott) – 3:44
"Ruby Tuesday" (feat. Ron Wood, from Live in Dublin) (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards) – 3:23
"Haste to the Wedding" (from Home) (The Corrs) – 2:27
"I Know My Love" (feat. The Chieftains, from Tears of Stone) (Paddy Moloney) – 3:25
"Bríd Óg Ní Mháille" (from Home) (The Corrs) – 3:36
"Toss The Feathers" (from Forgiven, Not Forgotten) (The Corrs) – 2:52

 

[Dennie]

The Cars -- CD

The Cars

1978/1990 Elektra Records

Amazon.com essential recording

American art-rock was often stilted and lacking in humor until the New Wave arrived. Liberated by the influence of the Velvet Underground, Roxy Music and punk-era fellow travelers like Blondie and Suicide, the Cars methodically linked hookiness (enough to produce three hit singles and several other FM favorites from this debut album) and at least one raised eyebrow. The result still plays as a rock & roll classic. And if charm wasn't their aim, the fact is, it's undeniable. --Rickey Wright

Side one

"Good Times Roll" – 3:44
"My Best Friend's Girl" – 3:44
"Just What I Needed" – 3:44
"I'm in Touch with Your World" – 3:31
"Don't Cha Stop" – 3:01

Side two

"You're All I've Got Tonight" – 4:13
"Bye Bye Love" – 4:14
"Moving in Stereo" (Greg Hawkes, Ocasek; Copyright Lido Music & Oversnare Music) – 4:41
"All Mixed Up" – 4:14

 

[Dennie]

A Festival of Carols In Brass -- CD

Philadelphia Brass Ensemble

1961/1990 Columbia Records

Christmas Brass at It's Best, October 31, 2003
By F. Adcock (Silsbee, Texas United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A Festival Of Carols In Brass (Audio CD)

If you like to listen to the Salvation Army Band on a cold, wintry evening on a city street corner at Christmas (and who doesn't?), then this outstanding selection of Yuletide favorites is for you. The ensemble obviously enjoyed these recording sessions, for the playing is topnotch, without even the slightest suggestion of routine. The sound is also impressive, given the recording comes from the late 1960's. Most of the selections last less than two minutes, so the music never outstays its welcome. Highly recommended!

Deck The Halls With Boughs Of Holly
Lo, How A Rose E’er Blooming
Bring A Torch, Jeanette, Isabella
The First Nowell
Angels We Have Heard On High
We Three Kings Of Orient Are
O Come, All Ye Faithful
O Sanctissima
O Tannanbaum
O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Good King Wenceslas
Silent Night, Holy Night
Joy To The World
The Twelve Days Of Christmas
Coventry Carol
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
Good Christian Men Rejoice
O Holy Night
What Child Is This?
Wassail Song
O Little Tonw Of Bethlehem
Away In A Manger
We Wish You A Merry Christmas

 

[Dennie]

A Christmas Together

John Denver & The Muppets

1979 RCA Records

Better known is the soundtrack album of the same name, which featured thirteen tracks of traditional Christmas carols and original songs. This album, originally released on RCA Records in October 1979, was re-released on Denver's own Windstar label in 2000 as an abridged ten-track version; the original full-length CD was subsequently re-released in its entirety in 2006. (The previously missing tracks are "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas", "When the River Meets the Sea", and "Little Saint Nick".) In addition, all album versions of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" differ from the version featured in the TV special, as does their rendition of "Christmas is Coming".

A sheet music edition was also released containing most of the songs and musical scores from the special.

This is the tracklisting for the full version of the soundtrack.

"The Twelve Days of Christmas" (Trad., arrangement Milt Okun) (John and the Cast)
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" (Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane)) (Rowlf the Dog and John)
"The Peace Carol" (arrangement Bob Beers) (John, Scooter and the Cast)
"Christmas is Coming" (arrangement Bob Beers) (Miss Piggy, Scooter, Gonzo the Great, Robin the Frog)
"A Baby Just Like You" (John Denver, Joe Henry) (John)
"Deck the Halls" (Trad., arrangement Milt Okun) (The Cast)
"When the River Meets the Sea" (Paul Williams) (Robin and John with the Cast)
"Little Saint Nick" (Brian Wilson) (Dr. Teeth and The Electric Mayhem)
"Noel: Christmas Eve, 1913" (lyrics Robert Bridges, music Lee Holdridge) (John)
"The Christmas Wish" (Danny Wheelman) (Kermit the Frog)
Medley: "Alfie, The Christmas Tree" (John Denver) / "Carol for a Christmas Tree" (Lee Holdridge) (John) / "It's In Every One of Us" (John and the Cast)
"Silent Night, Holy Night (Stille Nacht)" (Trad., arrangement Milt Okun) (John and the Cast)
"We Wish You a Merry Christmas" (Trad., arrangement Milt Okun) (John and the Cast)

The special has never been released in any standard home media video format, and as of December 2011, there are no plans to release it. :angry-tappingfoot:

 

[Dennie]

What A Wonderful World -- CD

LeAnn Rimes

2004 Curb Records

Simply BEAUTIFUL Holiday Music, December 9, 2004
By Steve L. Moore "music lover" (Hastings, Florida United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: What a Wonderful World (Audio CD)

This has to be one of the best Christmas cd's put out this year. Singing with the big band sound simply works and Leann Rimes voice in superb hitting all those winderful soft and high notes. Simply amazing with delight and wonderful joy listening to this Christmas cd. Best version ever of What A Wonderful World! A must have to add to anyone's Christmas cd collection. Enjoy and Have A Safe and Wonderful Holiday Season.

1. "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" Johnny Marks 2:39
2. "A Different Kind of Christmas" Allan Rich, Jud J. Friedman, Rimes, Pete Amato 3:40
3. "White Christmas" Irving Berlin 4:29
4. "All I Want for Christmas Is You" Andy Stone, Troy W. Powers 3:52
5. "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane 4:00
6. "What a Wonderful World" Bob Thiele, George David Weiss 2:58
7. "The Christmas Song" Mel Tormé, Robert Wells 4:10
8. "Just Love Me" Dean Sheremet, Greg Pagani, Rimes, Pete Amato 2:47
9. "Miss You Like Christmas" Dennis Matkosky, Rimes, Ty Lacy 3:40
10. "O Holy Night" Placide Clappeau 3:42

 

[Dennie]

Christmas

The Oak Ridge Boys

1982 MCA Records

Great old album with some gems, December 2, 2011
By Stories in my head (PA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas (Audio CD)

My children and I loved this album back in the '80's....It is full of heartwarming songs, my favorite being "Happy Christmas Eve," by Dave Hanner, who is from Pittsburgh and half of the Corbin Hanner band. Another favorite is "Little One," and we just loved "Christmas Carol." Great country harmony, but definitely appealing to non-country fans.

"Jesus Is Born Today (It is His Birthday)"
"Christmas Is Paintin' The Town"
"Christmas Carol"
"Silver Bells"
"Santa's Song"
"White Christmas"
"Happy Christmas Eve"
"Thank God for Kids"
"Silent Night"
"Little One"
"Mary Christmas"
"Oh Holy Night"

 

[Dennie]

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer

The Original Gene Autry Hit Version

Design Records - Stereo

I did not know this.....



Rudolph first appeared in a 1939 booklet written by Robert L. May and published by Montgomery Ward. :text-tmi:

The story is owned by The Rudolph Company, L.P. and has been adapted in numerous forms including a popular song, a television special, and a feature film. Character Arts, LLC manages the licensing for the Rudolph Company, L.P. Although the story and song are not public domain, Rudolph has become a figure of Christmas folklore.

Robert L. May created Rudolph in 1939 as an assignment for Montgomery Ward. The retailer had been buying and giving away coloring books for Christmas every year and it was decided that creating their own book would save money. May considered naming the reindeer "Rollo" and "Reginald" before deciding upon using the name "Rudolph".[2] In its first year of publication, 2.4 million copies of Rudolph's story were distributed by Montgomery Ward. The story is written as a poem in the meter of "'Twas the Night Before Christmas". "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer" is loved by millions and still selling copies. Publication and reprint rights for the book "Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer" are controlled by Pearson Plc.

May's brother-in-law, Johnny Marks, decided to adapt the story of Rudolph into a song. Marks (1909–1985), was a radio producer and wrote several popular Christmas songs. He was born in a New York City suburb and graduated from Colgate University in Hamilton, New York, before traveling to Paris to study music. He had a heroic World War II combat record, winning the Bronze Star and four battle stars.

The song was first sung commercially by crooner Harry Brannon on New York city radio in early November 1949, before Gene Autry released it on November 25, and has since filtered into the popular consciousness.


Dennie .......:text-nocomment:

 

[Dennie]

This is Top Notch! The Music Boxes sound so real! :text-bravo:

A Music Box Christmas

Enchanting 19th Century Music Boxes from the Collection of Rita Ford

Columbia Records- Mono CL 1698


Traditional carols and hymns enchantingly played on authentic 19th Century Music Boxes.

TRACK LIST:

Silent Night, Holy Night - Symphonium

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - Regina

Zu Bethlehem Geboren - Polyphon with Bells

The Monastery Bells - Olympia

O Tannenbaum - Large Kalliope with Bells

O Sanctissima - Regina, Small Kalliope with Bells, Symphonium

Spin, Spin - Regina

O Holy Night - Swiss Music Box

Ave Maria - Olympia, Regina

Adeste Fidelis - Regina

Still, Still, Holy Melody - Large Kalliope with Bells

Jesus, Lover of My Soul - Olympia

The First Noel - Regina

Irh Kinderlein Kommet - Large Kalliope with Bells, Polyphon with Bells, Regina

The Holy City - Olympia

Lobe den Herren - Polyphon with Bells

Jingle Bells - Regina

Silent Night, Holy Night - Large Kalliope with Bells, Regina

 

[Dennie]

Portrait of Petula

Petula Clark

1969 Warner Bros. Records

"Happy Heart", "If Ever You're Lonely", "Games People Play", "Love Is The Only Thing", "When I Was A Child", "My Funny Valentine", "Lovin' Things", "When I Give My Heart", "Let It Be Me", "Some", "The Windmills Of Your Mind", "The Ad".

 

[Dennie]

My last one for the evening.....

Nat King Cole Sings/ George Shearing Plays with the Quintet and String Choir

1962 Capitol Records - SW 1675

It would be difficult to think of a more perfectly matched pair than this. Shearing and Cole had so much in common--both were brilliant pianists, both had combined good jazz with popular success. They were even born in the same year. Nat Cole's velvet voice sounds even better with the rhythmic spice of Shearing's quintet, plus strings and percussion. The numbers on this 1961 album are all superb examples of classic American song, by such composers as Duke Ellington, Jerome Kern, and Matt Dennis. Each one is given a fresh and original treatment by arranger Ralph Carmichael. One of the tracks, "Let There Be Love," went on to become a hit single. The overall impression is of emotional warmth beneath a cool, elegant surface. Not surprisingly, Shearing still cherishes this album as one of his favorites in a long career. All that plus three bonus tracks. Unmissable. --Dave Gelly

"September Song" (Maxwell Anderson, Kurt Weill) – 2:59
"Pick Yourself Up" (Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern) – 3:11
"I Got It Bad (and That Ain't Good)" (Duke Ellington, Paul Francis Webster) – 3:42
"Let There Be Love" (Ian Grant, Lionel Rand) – 2:45
"Azure-Te" (Bill Davis, Don Wolf) – 3:55
"Lost April" (Eddie DeLange, Emil Newman, Hubert Spencer) – 3:20
"(The End of) A Beautiful Friendship" (Donald Kahn, Stanley Styne) – 2:41
"Fly Me to the Moon" (Bart Howard) – 3:31
"Serenata" (Anderson, Mitchell Parish) – 3:02
"I'm Lost" (Otis Rene) – 3:29
"There's a Lull in My Life" (Mack Gordon, Harry Revel) – 2:25
"Don't Go" (Al Stillman, Guy Wood) – 2:32
"Everything Happens to Me" (Tom Adair, Matt Dennis) – 3:20
"The Game of Love" (Armando Peraza, Milt Raskin) – 2:58
"Guess I'll Go Back Home (This Summer)" (Ray Mayer, Willard Robison) – 2:51

 

[topper]

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great stuff! , , :handgestures-thumbup:

 

[PaulyT]

With this one, my collection of all her albums - 9 of them - is complete! Definitely my favorite jazz vocalist.

 

[Dennie]

Today's work truck music.....

Abandoned Luncheonette -- CD

Daryl Hall & John Oates

1973/1990 Atlantic Records

Best early Hall & Oates, September 11, 2000
By David Hugaert (Honolulu, HI United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Abandoned Luncheonette (Audio CD)

"Abandoned Luncheonette" features the kind of music at which Daryl & John are most adept-Philly Soul. All the songs here are excellent, with the cream of the crop being "When The Morning Comes", "Las Vegas Turnaround", "I'm Just A Kid (Don't Make Me Feel Like A Man)", the title track, "Lady Rain" and "Laughing Boy". "Everytime I Look At You" is the most soulful track on this CD, which has a "hillbilly" banjo and violin-laden instrumental at the end. This is probably as close to country that H & O ever got! This has to be the best CD in their entire catalog. Oh, and "Abandoned Luncheonette" also contains their first hit single, "She's Gone", which appeared on the Billboard charts on two separate occasions. If you are a fan of soul and/or pop music, you can't go wrong here. Please buy this CD!

"When The Morning Comes" (Daryl Hall) – 3:12
"Had I Known You Better Then" (John Oates) – 3:22
"Las Vegas Turnaround (The Stewardess Song)" (Oates) – 2:57
"She's Gone" (Hall, Oates) – 5:15
"I'm Just A Kid (Don't Make Me Feel Like A Man)" (Oates) – 3:20
"Abandoned Luncheonette" (Hall) – 3:55
"Lady Rain" (Hall, Oates) – 4:26
"Laughing Boy" (Hall) – 3:20
"Everytime I Look At You" (Hall) – 7:04