Search - Various Artists :: Great American Love Songs: Romantic Standards

"spawning huge hits from the last century"

J. Lovins | Missouri-USA | 04/01/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"First of all, I'm a big fan ~ nothing can surpass the decades of music that came out of these talented performers. Remember Varese Records comes up with first class quality recordings with "Great American Love Songs:Romantic Standards", featuring creativity and originality from singers and big band that changed the way the world listened and recorded music.Let's take a look at this group of musicians ~ Tex Beneke Orchestra, Eddie Condon & His Band, Doris Day, Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Anita Ellis, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Helen Forrest, Joann Greer, Frankie Laine, Nick Lucas, Curt Massey, Vaughn Monroe, Ray Noble, Patti Page, Kay Starr, Martha Tilton, Mel Torme ~ all star cast wirrten all over this album ~ performing with small groups to big bands, this openly romantic project has vintage ballads, all of which make a personal statement ~ many are touching, some unforgettable bringing a special brand of heartfelt lyrical interpretation ~ for those of us who remember any or all of the songs...enjoy!Total Time: 52:07 on 18 Tracks ~ Varese Records 66538 ~ (2/03/2004)"