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by ron hertel
Tue Sep 12, 2023 3:57 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Kennedy Center Honors: Dionne Warwick
Replies: 4
Views: 2602

Re: Kennedy Center Honors: Dionne Warwick

Bruce Bernard Williams: For many years I anticipated the "triumvirate" (Burt, Hal and Dionne) would be recognized for their inimitable contributions. ... With the passing of Hal David I thought it might be Bacharach and Warwick. ... Sure enough - the same year as Burt's passing - Dionne is...
by ron hertel
Tue Sep 12, 2023 3:34 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: A medley I did with friends
Replies: 4
Views: 1601

Re: A medley I did with friends

LLD: Obviously done with a sincere love of Burt's music. ... I truly enjoyed it! ... I do my own interpretations of his music while I'm in the shower; however, I promise to never record and impose them on the forum members. ... On the other hand - the four of you hit all the right notes which Burt w...
by ron hertel
Mon Sep 11, 2023 11:18 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Would Burt approve?
Replies: 9
Views: 2767

Re: Would Burt approve?

NOT on my playlist; however, I believe that Burt would be pleased and kind of laugh it off with a "whatever"!

Ron
by ron hertel
Thu Feb 09, 2023 3:07 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Thanks For Everything
Replies: 30
Views: 14087

Re: Thanks for everything.

... There are no words other than "Thank You". ... I admired Burt's work before I even knew he existed (Gene Pitney, Perry Como, Marty Robbins, Chuck Jackson). ... I eventually put 2 and 2 together when Burt - along with Hal and Dionne - formed that enduring "Triangle Marriage" (...
by ron hertel
Mon Oct 31, 2022 12:58 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Golden Rule lyrics
Replies: 11
Views: 11289

Re: Golden Rule lyrics

"blue"

..... Nice to see you're still posting! ... Based upon all that I've heard about Hal David - I believe he was pretty much a "Golden Rule" kind of guy!

Ron
by ron hertel
Mon Oct 31, 2022 12:48 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: latest news
Replies: 3
Views: 3665

Re: latest news

... Totally understandable - Those of us in the 4th Quarter of life find ourselves in a similar situation (even the hassle of attending concerts can be a real challenge) - I've had the pleasure of attending many many Burt Bacharach as well as Dionne Warwick and joint Bacharach/Warwick Concerts over ...
by ron hertel
Sat Sep 24, 2022 3:27 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Is it possible to choose a fave Bacharach song?
Replies: 2
Views: 2821

Re: Is it possible to choose a fave Bacharach song?

geoff85: ... I agree with your analogy - can't pick a fave child! ... "Beginning of Loneliness" was the track that grabbed me when I purchased the Windows of the World album back in the mid 60's. ... Still love it along with so many other Bacharach gems. ... Most of my favorites are the re...
by ron hertel
Thu May 12, 2022 11:14 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Happy birthday Mr. Burt!
Replies: 5
Views: 3629

Re: Happy birthday Mr. Burt!

Burt!

Wishing you "All The Very Best" as you celebrate another! ... Presently enjoying one of your recent releases "SOME LOVERS" - also - looking forward to some concert dates with John, Donna & Josie!

Ron
by ron hertel
Wed Oct 13, 2021 1:34 am
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Some Lovers: New album of the songs from the show
Replies: 11
Views: 8298

Re: Some Lovers: New album of the songs from the show

I listened to most of the album today. ... Jennifer Holliday delivers a fine performance of "Every Other Hour"
by ron hertel
Sun Jun 27, 2021 10:48 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: I'm A Better Man
Replies: 2
Views: 7679

Re: I'm A Better Man

bobciscus

... a beautiful heartfelt rendition of a great and often overlooked Bacharach/David composition! ... Thank you for posting this!

ron
by ron hertel
Mon May 31, 2021 11:01 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: R.I.P. BJ Thomas
Replies: 8
Views: 17429

Re: R.I.P. BJ Thomas

..... I believe that BJ was flattered by those who praised his ability to adeptly handle the complexities of Bacharach's Music. ... I vaguely recall a quote stating that he did not wish to become the "Male" version of Dionne Warwick at Scepter Records. ... He had other career goals! ... R....
by ron hertel
Sat Jan 02, 2021 8:45 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: The Bell That Couldn't Jingle
Replies: 2
Views: 6622

Re: The Bell That Couldn't Jingle

pljms: ..... Such a great little composition - UNFORTUNATELY just too sophisticated (or complex) for wide exposure and acceptance. ... Only BB aficionados can appreciate the complexities of this great little song with its unique lyrics. I've asked people for years if they're familiar with it. ... Re...
by ron hertel
Sun Apr 05, 2020 5:06 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Put Your Youtube.com Links Here! (if you want)
Replies: 1308
Views: 1249068

Re: Put Your Youtube.com Links Here! (if you want)

... Like this pljms ... I suspect that Burt likes it too ... great respect for the song as composed!

Ron
by ron hertel
Sat Nov 30, 2019 7:20 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Dionne on tour
Replies: 2
Views: 5705

Re: Dionne on tour

She's billed this as the last (one night here / next night there tour) ... Totally understandable ... Also claims she's NOT retiring! ... I think the mini-residency appearances at Caesar's Palace and Bally's Las Vegas this year are a great way for Dionne to continue performing without constantly fly...
by ron hertel
Wed Jun 05, 2019 3:46 pm
Forum: The Burt Bacharach Forum
Topic: Middle age crazy OST
Replies: 5
Views: 21926

Re: Middle age crazy OST

blue:
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