Timeless songs, forever young...
Michael Pendragon | New York, NY United States | 04/02/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Backed by first class arrangements and musicians, this album recalls the high quality recordings of Frankie Laine's years with Columbia. So far as Laine's performance goes -- well, the man is simply a master. The songs cover a wide variety of styles, spanning approximately 50 years (1930s - 80s) of popular music, and Laine puts them all across with style. From a poignant interpretation of "Young at Heart," to jazzy version of "Moonglow," to a wonderful big band arrangement of "How Sweet It Is," Laine captures the heart of music on take after take. "Until Now," "They Call the Wind Maria," and "Song of India" are nothing short of amazing -- in the latter number, Laine's voice could almost be coming straight out of 1952. This is one of my all-time favorite albums."
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Michael Pendragon | 06/19/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This album is simply wonderful. It's hard to believe Frankie Laine is 85, his voice sounds so warm and clear."