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 | Title : A New Standard
Author : Tyrell, Steve
Release Date : 19990921
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $18.98
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Editorial Reviews :
A New Standard builds on the popularity of Steve Tyrell's appearances in the Father of the Bride movies. In addition to 'The Way You Look Tonight' (from the Father of the Bride soundtrack) and 'Give Me the Simple Life' and 'On the Sunny Side of the Street' (from Father of the Bride, Part II), the album features Tyrell singing 14 more standards in a casual, gravel-throated style. A New Standard includes the final recorded performances of trumpet great Harry 'Sweets' Edison, who solos on 'Don't Get Around Much Anymore' and 'I've Got the World on a String.' Other notable guests include Clark Terry, Plas Johnson, Joe Sample, and Toots Thielemans. But the real keys to the album's success are the impeccably crafted arrangements of rhythm guitarist Bob Mann and Tyrell's unpretentious, warm-hearted vocal delivery. In contrast to so many neoswing wannabes, Tyrell approaches these timeless tunes with the R&B-bred soul of a gray-haired baby boomer who's just discovered his parents' record collection. In the jazzbo tradition of Louis Armstrong and Jack Sheldon, he doesn't try to blow anyone away with his chops. He just sings the songs with an infectious enthusiasm and easy swing that's impossible to dislike.
Buyer Reviews :
If you're feeling down, Steve Tyrell's album will put you in a good mood. If you're in a good mood, the album will make you feel even better. Tyrell's warm, soulful voice is so good that you'd think he's black. His song selections are A-plus and so is his production and arrangements. His choice of jazz musicians, some of whom played on the original recordings of these classic songs, adds authenticity and artistry to the CD. Each song has a contemporary sound, but still pays homage to the artists who recorded them in the '30's & '40's. Your friends will thank you for turning them onto this album, as mine have with me. Tyrell's album is one of the real finds of the year.
(by A music fan)
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