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The Williams Brothers: Andy & David

deborah l ruggles | sykesville, md United States | 06/19/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Anyone who longs for happy 20th century memories and appreciates perfectly blended harmony will love this CD, which couldn't have been released at a better time, so thanks to all who made it possible, especially Andy and David. If you first met them in Tiger Beat, if you were moved by "Can't Cry Hard Enough" or if you were completely amazed by Harmony Hotel (I want to be buried with that CD!) you won't want to miss this unreleased material. Harmony Hotel fans will notice that none of these songs were written by Andy or David, however, thier versions of classics such as "It Hurts To Be In Love" and "Cathy's Clown" are most impressive. Partridge Family Fans will recall the episode where Andy and David both fell in love with Laurie, and the song they performed "Say It Again" is on this CD. A sensitive lyric "Every Other Sunday" explores the break up of a family from the perspective of a teenage boy, "Secretly" radiates pain and yearning for a romance that cannot yet be revealed, all delivered with the expert blend of vocals that we loved when we first met Andy & David almost thirty years ago. And Andy, please don't wait until you are 66 to put out some more music (as is written in the liner notes)! Music, especially that of which these men are capable of creating is a powerful healing tool which is so needed in this day and age. Buy this CD and be reunited with not only a happier time period, but two beloved old friends!"

Long-lost mid-70s bubblegum-pop LP

hyperbolium | Earth, USA | 11/24/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Long-time "Tiger Beat" and "16" readers may remember the Williams Brothers' as early '70s teen-idols. Their periodical popularity led to two producer-constructed albums, and a guest shot on the Partridge Family, during which they fought for Laurie Partridge's affection and sang their then-current B-side, "Say it Again." At age sixteen they dropped out, reconstructed themselves as backing musicians for T-Bone Burnett, The Plimsouls, and others, and re-emerged with music of their own making, including the 1992 hit "Can't Cry Hard Enough."Varese winds the clock back to 1974 with this previously unreleased third album, originally recorded for their uncle Andy Williams' Barnaby label. Three singles were issued from these sessions, including a barely-charting cover of Don & Juan's "What's Your Name," before the project was shelved amid label turmoil and the twins' declining interest in teen fame. What remained in the vault, in addition to a few more oldies covers, was some superb mid-70s sunshine pop.The opener, "Sha-La-La, " is the bubblegum hit that never was, forever missing its chance to be perpetually anthologized with "Sugar Sugar" and other such confections. Producer Michael Lloyd (who would go on to work with David and Shaun Cassidy as well as Leif Garrett) provided the summertime jug-band "Roll River" and the Eric Carmen-y "Let Me Love You." Though several songs were written rather blatantly to tug adolescent female heartstrings -- the forbidden romance of "Secretly" and divorce-inspired teen angst of "Every Other Sunday" -- they still harbor considerable, albeit calculated, charms. The closer, originally waxed by Elton John's original drummer's teenage son (Maldwyn Pope, for those keeping track), "I Don't Know How to Say Goodbye," is a beautifully crafted orchestral pop ballad.As one of the year's least anticipated vault-discoveries, this album is also one the year's freshest finds: a mint-in-box, new-old-stock time-capsule of the mid-70s lightest side. All that's missing from this CD release is a full-color pull-out poster and the fan club address."

Where's "FLY AWAY PRETTY BABY"?

HUGO | HOUSTON, TEXAS United States | 07/12/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"These songs sound great and superb in a multi-disc Cd Player along with Greatest Hits cds by Andy Kim, Partridge Family, Lobo, The Archies, Tommy Roe, Jackson 5(from that era) at "Random Play"...but, where is ANDY & DAVID's Hot 100 Chart hit, "FLY AWAY PRETTY BABY"? It should have been included here! PLEASE don't miss out on their 1990's cds! B/T/W...those other artists mentioned are great too! There is room and affection for all types of music!"