Rosemary Clooney - The Best Friend A Song Ever Had!
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"She's one of the best friends a song ever had," said the inscription on an award that the ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) gave Rosemary Clooney. Truer words were never written.
This wonderful CD has 25 tracks of Ms. Clooney's songs from the 1952-54 period. Four of the songs, "South Rampart Street Parade," "Chicago Style," "It's Only A Paper Moon," and a medley of "These Foolish Things," "We Just Couldn't Say Goodbye," and "You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To," are with Bing Crosby, her co-star in the 1954 movie "White Christmas." Other memorable tracks include "You Make Me Feel So Young," "My Old Flame," "Tenderly," and "Blues In The Night."
The Boston Herald called Ms. Clooney "diva without artifice" in their obituary of this unforgettable jazz/pop singer. Her music remains with us, and this album is one of her best compilations.
JANA
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It's hearing Linda at her best once again!  After listening to the song NOW, I realize how much I've truly missed the excellent work that Linda and Frank can accomplish.  There it is again, the voice, that incredible gift that only Linda can share, the words and music from a talented composer, the arrangements, the song choices, the feelings these songs evoke -- MAGIC! Frank and Linda's creations have a special place in my heart and although I've enjoyed her recent work too, nothing compares to their dynamic collaboration.  I am so happy that music continues to bring them together and that we, in turn, continue to gain the benefit of their talents.  I am so happy that I don't have to be nostalgic about Linda and Frank's collaboration and that it doesn't have to stay in the past.  Nothing showcases Linda's incredible gifts more than the efforts of these two talented artists.
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The only thing better than a CD by Sharon Little is seeing her perform live! She is a masterful songwriter and a moving & courageous performer. Sharon willingly allows each song to take her over and she becomes all of the longing, fear, joy and heartbreak in each one.  I grew up on the music of the 50's 60's and 70's and matured on the best of the what's been out there since and I gotta tell you, I never heard better or been moved more by any other singer/songwriter. She is simply unique and has a gift for sharing a song that is unparallelled.  Get everything of Sharon's that you can get your hands on. Before the first song is over, you will be calling all your friends and telling them they gotta hear this woman sing!
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I heard this CD at a friends place and I fell in love with it so much i got a copy of my own. She is a very talented woman and has great lyrics! Always puts me in a better mood each time I hear it!
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What can I say - This song is more than great and nobody has ever or can ever sing it like Larnelle Harris!!!  You've just got to listen to it.  I gives me chills every time I listen to it.  I have it in my car & when my granddaughters & I go someplace together, we crank it up & groove to Larnelle's "Amen".  We all love it.
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OH - MY - GOSH - the best version of this song ever! Her video of her singing this with her dog was also the best. Just love her voice......
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I can't get enough of this song! Her voice is amazing, the lyrics are touching.. Absolutely fantastic!
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The original album from 1984 is, Songs That Touched My Heart. I now have the complete album and every single Eddy Arnold LP that I ordered! This LP is very rare and Greatest Songs left off My Elusive Dreams and Love Me Tender. If you are looking for these two songs to complete this album, you may email me and I will be more than happy to help! I thoroughly enjoy making friends who love good country music and especially fans of Eddy Arnold! So you may email me. My email is
countrydjmaheen@gmail.com

What a voice Mr. Arnold has. He is still missed by all.
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You Can't go wrong with this GREAT Type O Negative Item. I have mine.
I also purchased one on Ebay under My ID ( Mariza! )
 What a voice, what a talent, and oh so good looking! wink!
VERY NICE ALL AROUND MUSIC, VOICE and BAND!
& Dare I say it...THEY KICK @SS!he! he!
My best friend who passed away a few years ago had been trying forever to get me into their music.
She finally has her way. I miss her so much!
 She was like my sister. Peter's songs bring back good memories of her,
I thank him for that.
I hope to shake his hand one of these days,
Maybe even a LIL hug! he!he!
Kind Regards -Mariza
~~!(^_\\)!~~
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What a friend indeed!!  When I first heard this song I was imediately impressed with it.  It tells the story of just how much a friend the Lord really is to his people.  It is one of this songs that you can sit back and meditate on as you listen to it and let the words of it minister to you.  He said that we are His friends if we do whatsoever he commands us!!!  Amen.  He really is my best friend and I am His friend.
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It was the summer of '89 when I took a graduation vacation trip to England. The hit on the radio was "Perfect" by Fairground Attraction. The lyrics were unforgettable, like an instant classic from the  '60s, and the melody was completely catchy, using jazz chords, poppy beats,  and infectious tunes. I hummed this song to myself for months after my  return. Stateside pre- internet) it was impossible to learn any more news  about the band, and it was almost a decade before I finally discovered what  had become of them. This "best of" is just that: the catchiest  songs from their "First of a Million Kisses" album, their later  singles, and some great B-sides and covers, including Patsy Cline's  "Walking After Midnight" and the Beatles' "Do you Want to  Know a Secret?". Who would love this CD? Anyone who digs Everything  But the Girl, Swing Out Sister, and to a lesser extent, the softer tunes of  the Eurithmics or the Cranberries. Eddy Reader has one of those voices that  moves the listener, much like Tracy Thorn. Smooth and rich. A highly  recommended disc!
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The songs on this CD are from Rosemary's days at Columbia. So these songs are from the 50s when she was in her 20s. She does her versions of Irving Berlin's White Christmas and Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep). She teams with Gene Autry for The Night Before Christmas and Look Out The Window. Other songs I like are Suzy Snowflake, Let's Give a Present to Santa, Snow and Happy Christmas Little Friend. A total of 11 songs (one has a reprise). Nice songs that have been remastered for a new generation of fans.

Rosemary left us in 2002. She was George Clooney's aunt.
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I didn't pay attention to Vanessa Williams records played on the radio  untill I heard "Dreaming" in the late 80's. I was amazed at her  beutifull,sweet voice."Save the best for last," and"The  Sweetest Days" are my favorites also. I still have to laugh when I hear  "Colors of the Wind" played on the radio. I remember when Vanessa  sang this song on the Oscars,and when she was done,Whoopi Golberg  said,"I always wanted to know what color my wind is."
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Though I don't understand a single word, except what I've read in the English translation of it, this has always been a favorite of mine. I remember riding around listening to Wolfman Jack on the radio, and the all request oldies show on Saturday nights, this song was almost always requested at some point! I loved it then, and love it now!

I was watching "Born In East L.A." and this song is played in the background within the first 5 minutes or so of the movie. I never did find a Soundtrack recording for Born In East L.A., so I don't know if this song is on it. But I am glad I found it here on Amazon to add to my all-time personal favorites!!

Sadly, Kyu Sakamoto, the great singer of this song died in a plane crash at just 43 years old. He really did have a very smooth unique sounding voice.
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I have known this virtuous woman since high school , playing the piano and organ at All- church fellowship on the First Sunday of each month. We attended college together.  Every since I have known her, she has been nothin but on-fire for God.  I can truly say that I have always been moved by the sound of her voice because it is SO SOUL-STIRRING and unique.  I was truly  moved and  uplifted by  CD Bringing It Back Home,(she mos def brought it) It took me back and it will do the same for you. I strongly urged anyone who doesn't have this CD to go out and bless yourself, your family and friends.  May Barbara, her husband and the remainder of the family bless tremendously

With God's Love

Your Friend from  cold Wisconsin, Kevin Doss
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"Gone Too Soon!"  "A Song For You" is so special!  Donny Hathaway had such an amazing voice...I just love it!  Nobody can deliver this song like Donny did!  He is a true legend!
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No finer Voice! I cannot get enough of Linda's songs. Her clarity, versatility, and emotion all shine on this CD. And Frank's magic with melodies, and the varied lyricists with words all complemented by Linda's incredible voice, and the band's great accompaniment. What's Never Been Done Before is to me the best song from Camille Claudel. The message works for just about anyone on the planet! I also really like the song Living in the Shadows. You can't go wrong with any tune on this CD. Not quite as good as It's Time, but right up there! Thanks, Linda and Frank and the rest of the team!