After the Lovin' [Live] - Engelbert Humperdinck, Adams, Richie
The Last Waltz [Live] - Engelbert Humperdinck, Mason, Barry [2]
To one generation, Engelbert Humperdinck is the King of Romance and the Sultan of the Showroom, to another a seemingly ageless kitsch colossus. Whatever, the former Arnold George Dorsey remains an unlikely icon, a traditio... more »nal pop singer who rose to fame at the height of the '60s rock revolution and retains a loyal worldwide following even a quarter century after his last substantial hit. This compilation of standards, Eurodisco-ized covers, and sterling Y2K live renditions of his core hits (including "Release Me," "Quando Quando Quando," and "After the Loving") showcases many of the reasons behind Enge's enduring appeal: a compelling mastery of the ballad and a deceptively effortless vocal power and grace. There's something here for lovers of both classics and camp, from his gentle R&B spin of "All in the Game" to the Latin seasonings of "Dance the Night Away" and "Blame It On the Night" to the disco cheeseball of "Strangers in the Night" and "Sometimes When We Touch." And lest anyone doubt the man's seemingly ageless way with a song, the modern recording of "How to Win Your Love" included here can stand proudly alongside his romantic best. --Jerry McCulley« less
To one generation, Engelbert Humperdinck is the King of Romance and the Sultan of the Showroom, to another a seemingly ageless kitsch colossus. Whatever, the former Arnold George Dorsey remains an unlikely icon, a traditional pop singer who rose to fame at the height of the '60s rock revolution and retains a loyal worldwide following even a quarter century after his last substantial hit. This compilation of standards, Eurodisco-ized covers, and sterling Y2K live renditions of his core hits (including "Release Me," "Quando Quando Quando," and "After the Loving") showcases many of the reasons behind Enge's enduring appeal: a compelling mastery of the ballad and a deceptively effortless vocal power and grace. There's something here for lovers of both classics and camp, from his gentle R&B spin of "All in the Game" to the Latin seasonings of "Dance the Night Away" and "Blame It On the Night" to the disco cheeseball of "Strangers in the Night" and "Sometimes When We Touch." And lest anyone doubt the man's seemingly ageless way with a song, the modern recording of "How to Win Your Love" included here can stand proudly alongside his romantic best. --Jerry McCulley
"i went recently to see engelbert and he sang a newly recorded song"i want to wake up to you"when will it be available to buy?"
ENGE IN "2001"!!!
phyllis4enge | 02/04/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just received my CD today and must say that I am pleased with this new release. Even if you have his latest which was recorded last year in UK, this one has a few new songs. The version of the title song "IT'S ALL IN THE GAME" is fabulous!! he is sooooo good!! He has been introducing at his concerts the song on the CD which is "MAYBE THE FEELING WILL GO" honestly you will be humming this tune all day long - a song only our man can do!! Engelbert is truly the master of song and this CD is one more for your collection. The "oldies" which are recorded live from UK at his concert in 2000 we always love to hear. I have his video of that concert and it is great. One of his promises to us is that he does give his all and that he does!! Give this as a gift to one of your Enge fans and they will will be thrilled!!! Love it!!"
Has this guy always been this good?
phyllis4enge | 06/22/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"His voice seems to have a new power and emotion that makes the old songs come alive. Especially on the new arrangement of Quando, the drum and sax on that track are so good they would outshine a lesser singer. Englebert does seem to be in his prime, he's singing better than ever, working with great musicians and chosing great material. I wish more artists would put out CD's that deliver the goods like this one does."
"It's All In the Game" - What Emotion
Phyllis A Collins | Louisville, KY USA | 02/02/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Engelbert conveys so much emotion in his renditions on this great new CD! I appreciate Engelbert's dedication by going back into studio and doing the new studio cuts on several songs to make them special for us here in the United States. They all sound better than ever! The new songs on this CD - Its All In the Game, Hopelessly, Maybe The Feeling Will Go, Blame It On The Night and Dancing In the Rain are a special gift to us. Thanks Engelbert - I'm excited and happy for you, much success on this great CD!"
"there's always going to be a market for romance"
J. Lovins | Missouri-USA | 02/01/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"He has earned many awards since his first album - "Release Me" (1966-Mercury Records), from the Golden Globe, including 59 Gold records, 17 platinum albums and various Grammy-Awards. Humperdinck has one of the largest fan clubs - 250 chapters with some 8 million members, not bad for a youngster who started out as Arnold George Dorsey on May 2, 1936 in Madras, India and raised in Leicester, England.Englebert's three-and-a-half octave singing range, smooth style delivery gives each song his personal signature - "RELEASE ME (AND LET ME LOVE AGAIN)", "QUANDO QUANDO QUANDO", "A MAN WITHOUT LOVE (QUANDO M'INNAMORO)", "SPANISH EYES", "AFTER THE LOVING" and "THE LAST WALTZ", recorded live at the London Palladium, London, England, March 9, 2000 - commanding stage presence and clarity of lyrical interpretation make him one of the greatest ballad singers of our time. Of course the stand outs - "DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY" opens with a bang, latin jazz flavor..."IT'S ALL IN THE GAME" a great standard, with a latin-rhythmic tempo, blending with smooth backup singers..."STRANGERS IN THE NIGHT" the classic Bert Kaempfert tune, with disco-trance implants, wonderful and contagious..."DANCING IN THE RAIN" would be a great concert-opener, a touch of rap and Englebert has this down pat.And then there's the highlights - "BLAME IT ON THE NIGHT" with bossa-nova and sensuous lyrics, this is a perfect Humperdinck vehicle..."HOW TO WIN YOUR LOVE" just in time for "Valentine's Day", believable lyrics, still has the power and range to give this our stamp of approval.Hip-O Records and Pat Lawrence, give the fans and listeners another enjoyable experience...if you like this, try - "Englebert Humperdinck - Ultimate Collection" (Hip-O Records 422 844 952 2)...both should be in your collection - Englebert is BACK! Total Time: 69:55 on 18 Tracks...Hip-O Records 440 013 307 2...(2001)"