Songs to a Swinging Band [Import]

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Album Description
24 bit digitally remastered Japanese reissue of the hit popvocalist's 1957 album for Verve, a salute to the originalswing era of the '30s & '40s. 12 tracks, including covers of'You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You', 'It Might As WellBe Spring' and 'Gone

Tracks:

You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You
Ol' Man Mose
How Long Has This Been Going On?
My Love, My Love
It Might as Well Be Spring
Taboo
Love Is Where You Find It
I Got Lost in His Arms
Dat's Love
Angel Eyes
Gone With the Wind
Swanee

Customer Reviews:

The Day The Music Died.......2007-05-30

There was a time when record labels were private and as with any industry was profit-oriented but allowed for artistic integrity. Today these labels have been consumed by two large conglomerates with motivation on commercialism. This has forced many of our great singers into retirement or smaller labels with a smaller distribution base. One of the comglomerate's foreign branch in Japan has allowed the impossible. Complete Lps for limited release or wonderful anthologies that include rare Lp cuts.

Connie Francis is big business int he nostalgia market, especially when you consider she has racked up 60 charted US hits alone that has provided an overabundance of "hits packages" worldwide.

This 1961 release was Connie most mature venture at the time, exploring swing and big band. She is backed by a huge orchestra. The up tempo material drives home live a jackhammer. In sharp contrast, the ballads are soft and heartfelt. Listen to her pulsating version of the classic "Swanee" then to the soft and wistful "It Might As Well be Spring" from the motion picture "State Fair". Sounds impossible, but Connie makes it work, as only she can. This is a limited edition (I don't know how many copies are made but they got out of print quickly), so get it fast because you will also be treated to the best sonics in the world that only Japan can create.

I have written so many reviews on her product and the majority has been these done to death "Hits" that I can't write objectively about them anymore. 10 years ago her company released a two volume "Italian Collection". A bold step ont their part and it paid off**it's still in print! The US has released it's first CD in years (due to a lawsuit). Well, they won. You have the contract with her signature on it. Why not take another step into the "still" warm water. You might be surprised. You have a vault full of material begging to be released and you don't spend money on advertising, the internet stores seem to handle that for you. You might be in for a surprise--you'll make money!

Do it before the great music really does die. Quantity is not always the best substitute for "quality"!

Enough said.

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Songs to a Swinging Band
Connie Francis
Manufacturer: MGM
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000JA6K
Release Date: 1961-01-01

Tracks:

You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You
Ol' Man Mose
How Long Has This Been Going On?
My Love, My Love
It Might as Well Be Spring
Taboo
Love Is Where You Find It
I Got Lost in His Arms
Dat's Love
Angel Eyes
Gone With the Wind
Swanee

Album Description

24 bit digitally remastered Japanese reissue of the hit popvocalist's 1957 album for Verve, a salute to the originalswing era of the '30s & '40s. 12 tracks, including covers of'You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You', 'It Might As WellBe Spring' and 'Gone

Album Details

Verve Immortal Jazz Vocal Collectio. Includes the Original Vinyl Tracklisting and Cover Art.

Customer Reviews:

Wow.......2002-03-05

Sexy, sultry and cool, Connie gives the performance of her lifetime! This might be the best album by Connie to date, she delivers such great standards as "Swanee", "I got lost in his arms", "How long has this been going on" amongst others, giving them her special kind of magic. Just listen what she does to the Habanera from Carmen ("Dat's love"). Her voice is perfect, she purrs and belts her way through the 12 songs, completely forgetting about her usual "sob in the throat" delivery. I have no idea why this album wasn't a success when it was released. This album deserves to be called a real "classic".

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wow
One of Her Best!
Surprise!Surprise!
An unsung classic!
Showcases Connie's Versatility

Songs to a Swinging Band
Connie Francis
Manufacturer: Pendulum Ent.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000DGTJ
Release Date: 1998-11-03

Tracks:

You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You
Ol' Man Mose
How Long Has This Been Going On?
My Love, My Love
It Might As Well Be Spring
Taboo
Love Is Where You Find It
I Got Lost In His Arms
Dat's Love
Angel Eyes
Gone With The Wind
Swanee

Customer Reviews:

wow.......2002-02-08

Sexy, sultry and cool! This might easily be her best album ever. Connie belts and coos her way through some great standards, thus giving the performance of her lifetime. Just listen what she does with "It might as well be spring", "Angel eyes" or "Dat's love". On the toe-tapping side, she belts "Swanee", "Love is where you find it" in an inimitable manner. On these performances, she completely forgets about her usual "sob-in-the-throat" delivery, which is very becoming to her and the songs. Her voice is fresh, strong and youthful, and she shows, that she is truly one of the "greats". A must-have!

One of Her Best!.......2002-01-19

Connie Francis could sing any kind of music, but Big Band is probably her best. "Songs to a Swingin' Band" is a fabulous testament to her ability with good material. A little-known fact is that the bandleader/arranger/conductor on this album is Richard Wess -- famous for his work with Bobby Darin on "Mack the Knife," among other memorable recordings. The songs are A-1 standards, the balance between voice and band is perfect, the arrangements are spectacular, and Connie's voice soars above it all in the most magical and memorable way. It is truly a treasure of a recording and, in my opinion, has been overlooked by musical critics for years. For those who think Connie was only about "Stupid Cupid" and "Where the Boys Are," think again! I keep this on in my car CD changer and it never fails to lift my spirits. FANTASTIC!

Surprise!Surprise!.......2001-08-14

Yes, I indeed heard this one in 1961-1962 and owned the LP for years...It was never released again and it took many years to appear on the CD and I looked constently for it. Finally, it appeared and I rejoiced and immediately told my friend in south Florida. It has always been on e of my top 20 songs and she really moves on this one and the sound and orchestra is perfect! If you like Connie's voice get this in a hurry. Connie & Clyde never appeared where I could get it but it has a good reputation so I will look it up and hear Songs to Swingin' Band forever.

An unsung classic!.......1998-12-03

Connie Francis' bubblegum hit singles didn't really represent her talent. But this album is a gem, consisting of great, sophisticated standards performed with powerful big band backing the singer. I don't think Connie Francis ever sounded better.

Showcases Connie's Versatility.......1998-12-01

One of Connie's best albums. Her renditions of Ol Man Mose and Swanee are unusual and among her best recordings. They have not been overused, and I believe they make their CD debut with this release. Connie's vocals throughout the album are bright, clear and strong. This CD contains many unusual tracks for Connie and the orchestrations are just as unusual. This album highligts Connie's versatility...from ballads to swing. It contrasts to what we usually expect from Connie, i.e., greatest hits and etnic recordings. While these are great, the songs on this CD really show off her vocals and versatility. Connie can do it all, with style and charm.

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HERE AND NOW by Bobbie Norman

HERE and NOW
Bobbie Norman
Manufacturer: ISIS Productions
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000050H8R
Release Date: 2000-09-28

Tracks:

Yes, I Know When I've Had It
There'll Be Another Spring
Nice 'n' Easy
Having the Time of Your Life
You'd Better Love Me While You May
Something Cool/Lush Life
How Little We Know
There Used to Be a Ballpark
Too Old To Die Young
There Will Never Be Another You
With So Little To Be Sure Of
Here And Now

Album Description

Celebrates the warmth and humor of the songs that helped those at home to cope with the separation, loneliness and uncertainty of WWII - and the feelings that run too deep for words alone. The music and lyrics are as relevant today as in 1945, making this collection a treasured gift at any time, especially now.

Customer Reviews:

HERE AND NOW by Bobbie Norman.......2001-11-14

I was familiar with Bobbie Norman for her work as an actress in Los Angeles and a friend told me about this unique CD. Well, with all that's going on in the world today. I want to sit back and listen to a quality performer and that's BOBBIE. You may have never heard of her before but you will wonder where she has been all your life. Certain tunes, like "There will Be Another Spring" and "There used to be a Ballpark," really got me through September 11th. You won't want to take this one out of your CD rotation! Bravo, Bobbie, on picking tunes that aren't over sung or all worn out. Whether they are new or not you make them your own.

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