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New Classix 2008

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Various Artists

Release Date May 19, 2008
This is a superb collection of classical tracks that have been mixed and updated by a wide range of artists. There is still enough here to please the traditionalist, but it is different and modern enough to entertain the younger generation too!

CD-Charts Position 82
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Songs for Swingin' Lovers

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by: Frank Sinatra

Release Date November 02, 1992
The words "classic album" are frequently used. In some albums it's justified (The Beatles - Revolver, Michael Jackson - Thriller, Iron Maiden - Number Of The Beast, Dusty Springfield - Dusty In Memphis).

In some it's not (Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon, The Beatles - Sgt Pepper, Radiohead - The Bends, Westside Story Soundtrack).

However, Songs For Swinging Lovers is without doubt, up there with the greats. From start to finish, it is pure perfection. You Make Me Feel So Young, I've Got You Under My Skin, To Marvelous For Words, How About You......

Sinatra is a very understated singer, he doesn't have to try and be athletic; the words just roll off his tongue and his clarity and diction are perfect. ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 83
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Duets

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by: Anna Netrebko, Rolando Villazon

Release Date March 19, 2007
I approached this CD with caution given the hype that has surrounded recent appearances of both singers. I must confess that contrary to my expectations I was deeply moved by the singing here which recalls other great operatic couples of the past, Callas and di Stefano, Tebaldi and del Monaco. The recording has rarely been far from my CD player for the past two weeks.

As with the legendary couples from the past, there is something uneven about the two voices. Netrebko's voice is not a warm voice but is beautifully focused, always on the note and has to my ears a dark unjuicy quality. It is a stunning voice. Villazon, by contrast, has a voice that could hardly be described as beautiful the way that Corelli's, Pavarotti's or Domingo's undoubtedly ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 84
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That's Life

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Russell Watson

Release Date March 05, 2007
Hmm, Yes! He's obviously got a good voice-or he wouldn't have got a recording contract or the backing for tours.
But I WISH someone would polish up his on-stage persona.(Made me cringe!)
His 'cheeky winks' and thumb waving put me in mind of someone saying
"Ayoop Lad, Ow's t'pijjinns? (with his Whippet somewhere in the wings)
Hopefully Russell's pencil-thin figure will appeal to the younger, more health conscious set (Unlike someone we used to love...)

CD-Charts Position 85
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Brothers & Sisters

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Coldplay

Release Date December 01, 2003
Got the E.P. and it's great but i'm only writing the review to say the tracklisting is wrong. I guess that much is quite obvious really - i can't imagine Chris crooning "Embraceable You" (although that could be fun)

Anyway, here's the correct tracklisting:

1) Brothers and Sisters
2) Easy To Please
3) Only Superstition

CD-Charts Position 86
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Call Me Irresponsible

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Michael Buble

Release Date April 30, 2007
Reading Buble reviews are a paradox in that die hard fans rave about him (and get `useful review' votes from other die hard fans) while other more critical reviews get slammed. How about an attempt at objectivity?
Buble is a wonderful vocalist, but there honestly is no musical originality here. If you are seeking music for a dash of innovation or emotion - or anything I can think of really - Buble really cannot deliver it. It is the culinary equivalent of an excellent drink of water - perfect every way, but without any describable qualities. I last heard this playing in an airport lounge - and that really says it all. This is perfectly acceptable background music which you will probably hear in US convention centers or in Blackpool at a middle aged party ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 87
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Walking in Space

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Quincy Jones

Release Date
Reading Buble reviews are a paradox in that die hard fans rave about him (and get `useful review' votes from other die hard fans) while other more critical reviews get slammed. How about an attempt at objectivity?
Buble is a wonderful vocalist, but there honestly is no musical originality here. If you are seeking music for a dash of innovation or emotion - or anything I can think of really - Buble really cannot deliver it. It is the culinary equivalent of an excellent drink of water - perfect every way, but without any describable qualities. I last heard this playing in an airport lounge - and that really says it all. This is perfectly acceptable background music which you will probably hear in US convention centers or in Blackpool at a middle aged party ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 88
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The Very Best of Dean Martin Vol.1: The Capitol and Reprise Years

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by: Dean Martin

Release Date October 19, 1998
Some facts about this classic crooner =

D ropped out of school in the tenth grade.
E ye colour - brown.
A ppeared in 57 films.
N ever read more than one book - Black Beauty.

M arried three times.
A t the age of 15, he was a boxer, calling himself "Kid Crocett."
R eceived a permanently split lip during his boxing career.
T he first hit he had as a solo artist - powder your face with sunshine.
I talian American singer, film actor and comedian.
N ever spoke anything but Italian until he was 5.

This CD features 21 songs from Martins Capitol & Reprise recording years:

1. Gentle On My Mind ~ 2:43
2. Memories Are Made Of This ~ 2:16
3. That's Amore ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 89
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Amore

CD-Charts > Music > Easy Listening
by: Andrea Bocelli

Release Date December 04, 2006
Andrea Bocelli simply has one of the most beautiful voices in the world. Amore is a collection of fine love songs, which Bocelli sings absolutely beautifully. These tracks are really suited to his style - they just sound so rich and you can really feel the emotion in his voice. The production on this album is equally great and Amore really is one of the most beautiful albums of the year.

CD-Charts Position 90
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The Very Best of the Seekers

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by: Seekers

Release Date October 13, 1997
Wonderful CD - all the greats, beautifully produced and seemingly original (1960s) recordings. Well worth your dosh !