The Nick Contorno Orchestra with Jerry Grillo

Editorial Reviews
Cadence Magazine, March, 2000
The Nick Contorno Orchestra with Jerry Grillo

Grillo....has a strong, upbeat voice with an edge of cockiness in it that allows him to put a personal touch on these tunes made famous by other singers. Although Grillo's voice is unique, his presentation draws comparison to any number of predecessors such as Buddy Greco, Bobby Darin, and of course, Sinatra. The assured phrasing, slight alteration of lyrics, and forcefulness of style allow Grillo to join that fraternity of singers who use their take-charge attitude to win over an audience. Grillo delivers a vocal punch to match the blasts of the brass section. Grillo is an entertainer who can get a crowd into the performance through his personality and delivery.

Frank Rubolino Cadence Magazine

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Album Description
This is a Big Band and Orchestra Tribute CD with Vocalist Jerry Grillo on nine of the eleven tracks accompanied by the Nick Contorno Orchestra. The arrangements are the originals which were made famous by various artists in the "golden era" of American popular music.

The Nick Contorno Orchestra with Jerry Grillo

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The Nick Contorno Orchestra with Jerry Grillo
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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The Nick Contorno Orchestra with Jerry Grillo

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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00001RMHQ
Release Date: 1999-08-26

Tracks:

  1. Blue Moon
  2. The Way You Look Tonight
  3. The Gentle Rain
  4. Walkin' My Baby Back Home
  5. Come In From The Rain
  6. Without A Song
  7. Mack The Knife
  8. Softly As I Leave You
  9. Boogie Blues
  10. What Kind Of Fool Am I
  11. Satin Doll

Album Description

This is a Big Band and Orchestra Tribute CD with Vocalist Jerry Grillo on nine of the eleven tracks accompanied by the Nick Contorno Orchestra. The arrangements are the originals which were made famous by various artists in the "golden era" of American popular music.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Rising Star.......2000-03-17

This orchestra and vocal combination is very much in the style of the great male singer albums from the big band era. It is music from that era, but it sounds brand NEW!

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