Me Has Echado Al Olvido - José Feliciano, Livi, Roberto
Senor Bolero - José Feliciano, Feliciano, Jose
Tu Me Acostumbraste - José Feliciano, Dominguez, Frank
Que Tristeza - José Feliciano, Manzanero, Armando
Duando Te Toque Llorar - José Feliciano, Perez, Rudy
Concavo y Convexo - José Feliciano, Carlos, Erasmo
Rayito de Luna - José Feliciano, Navarro, Jorge
Somos - José Feliciano, Clavel, Mario
Nuestro Amor - José Feliciano, Feliciano, Jose
Si Me Comprendieras - José Feliciano, Mendez, Jose Antoni
Soulful singer and brilliant guitarist José Feliciano tackles the Latin classics--the timeless boleros that have produced so much haunting intrigue on the subject of romantic love, lost and rediscovered. From the lush... more » opening ballad "Alma Mia" to the R&B-ish closer "Si Me Comprenderias," the CD hums with drama, tension, and revelation. We may be familiar with these evergreens, but Feliciano applies a new gloss and understanding to each. Not every tune connects, but the finest pieces more than compensate for any weaknesses. Highlights include the confessional "Cuando Te Toque Llorar," the exquisite "Rayito de Luna," and the anguished "Que Tristeza." Credit must be given to Feliciano's production team, which includes producer Rudy Perez and arrangers José Molina and Gary Lindsey. --Ramiro Burr« less
Soulful singer and brilliant guitarist José Feliciano tackles the Latin classics--the timeless boleros that have produced so much haunting intrigue on the subject of romantic love, lost and rediscovered. From the lush opening ballad "Alma Mia" to the R&B-ish closer "Si Me Comprenderias," the CD hums with drama, tension, and revelation. We may be familiar with these evergreens, but Feliciano applies a new gloss and understanding to each. Not every tune connects, but the finest pieces more than compensate for any weaknesses. Highlights include the confessional "Cuando Te Toque Llorar," the exquisite "Rayito de Luna," and the anguished "Que Tristeza." Credit must be given to Feliciano's production team, which includes producer Rudy Perez and arrangers José Molina and Gary Lindsey. --Ramiro Burr
"An extraordinary album. Compared with the traditional mainstream pop recordings for which most of us know him ('Light My Fire', etc.), this album is a revelation. His lush expression, smoky vocals, and the romantic beauty of the songs he has chosen, make this recording a constant fixture in my CD menu. Best song on the album? 'Como Fue' -- a beautiful lament for love lost. You can hear the tears in his voice. And most of the songs evoke a romanticism and gentle beat not readily found in current Latin music, today's jazz mixed with a flavor that might have been found echoing from the guitars of rancheros 200 years ago. Don't miss this one."
CD Reviews
Nice voice, syrupy arrangements
Colin Brace | Amsterdam | 07/15/1999
(1 out of 5 stars)
"I was disappointed by this CD. Feliciano's voice is terrific, but the arrangements are very slick, "saccharine", especially if, like me, you have developed a taste for the Cuban bolero. For comparison, see Reinaldo Creagh's "Boleros de toda una vida" Less magnificient a voice, but splendid traditional arrangements."
A performer whose voice is well-suited to the material
05/01/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Feliciano's voice is not as rich as Luis Miguel's but he uses it very well and this album is packed with terrific songs. His guitar playing is superlative."
Soulful and Romantic with Lush Arrangements
Carlos Rodriguez | 10/02/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Jose Feliciano and the Bolero have been linked together since the 1960's. Feliciano's first major blush with success came when he first recorded in this popular style and after one of his first releases titled "La Copa Rota" the name of Feliciano and the Bolero became synonymous to music lovers of the genere. In this album Jose's soulful,silky voice has matured quite a bit and he sounds fantastic. The selection of songs are all beautifully arranged and recorded. Overall this is a great album I enjoyed the songs and Jose's as always is very passionate about what he sings. You can also hear his great guitar playing although to a lesser extend on this reocrding. Other instruments fill out most of the songs and Feliciano's guitar is mostly on the background. That is the only thing I regret about this album is that you don't hear his brilliant playing as you do in his other albums, however nevertheless it's still a wonderful collection of boleros masterfully performed by the one and only, the GREAT Jose Feliciano."