The Burt Bacharach Discussion Forum

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You're absolutely right! ... Despite Carole's "thin vocals" - it remains one of my favorite albums. ... Saw them perform the entire album live at the Roxy Theater in Los Angeles at the time of its release. ... A very special evening at a very intimate venue!
Ron

..... One could speculate endlessly on the posts above. ..... The one thing I am convinced of is that Jackie DeShannon is second only to Dionne as the best interpreter of Bacharach's unconventional compositions. She should have been Burt's "go to" choice after the bitter breakup of the Bur...

... Keep thinking that Burt - or - at least "Burt's People" read posts on this forum. ... In any event - I believe Burt is somehow aware of the admiration we have for his unparalleled accomplishments and continue to wish him well as he continues to compose and perform through the coming ye...

... and - That's Where It All Began!

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Are you saying the version included on the new CD of "What The World Needs Now" was recorded 16 years ago??? . She's recorded that song many many times. ... I thought this might be NEW!

I really like this Blair! ... I will check out some of this Brazilian artist's other recordings. ... Agree with your "little known here" comment - I discovered another International star (from Spain) - Alejandro Sanz after seeing him perform 2 songs on a Christmas special which also featur...

..... Hoping for the best - while fearing the worst! .... Heard somewhere that the initial single release may be another take on "What The World Needs Now". You may recall that prior to the release of "Dionne Sings Dionne" 20 years ago - a 4 track CD was released with 4 versions ...

We're all diminished by the loss of anyone who has enhanced our lives. ..... Appreciate all your great contributions Michel! ..... R.I.P.

Ron

... Burt's finest would require a "48 hour" Concert. ... So much of his greatest work is known only to his avid fans and admirers. .... Understandably his Live Concert repertoire is largely made up of his most commercially successful work! ... Always hoped that years ago Burt & Dionne ...

I generally do not appreciate politically charged statements when attending entertainment events. ... We are bombarded with these varying opinions from all sides on a daily basis through our media news outlets. ... There is a place and time for everything that will not interfere with the enjoyment o...

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Michel - Given the choice 25 years ago I'd have chosen Dionne!

... Good call Blair! ... I would have never known this existed if you had not posted this link!

Ron

... My friend and one of Burt's most devoted admirers passed away last week. ... Vincent Cole posted 788 times since joining this Forum in 2004. ... He would travel around the country to attend Burt Bacharach Concerts. He had scheduled a trip with his wife to join me and my wife for Burt's August 3r...