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Another reviewer notes that this CD has Dean's great hits from his years recording at Capitol Records--and they are right. Smile)." has a charming musical arrangement that perfectly compliments Dean's vocals--and how's about that piano solo. The liner notes are very good, too. "That's Amore" sparkles brighter than silver and gold when Dean sings it faultlessly; and there's yet another gem in "Sway" with that fine Latin accent. This Dean Martin album is quite good with so much music that I love every minute of it.
"On An Evening in Roma (Sott'er Celo De Roma)" couldn't be any better than when Dean sings it; and the album ends beautifully with the great Dean Martin performing "Ain't That a Kick in the Head." "Ain't That a Kick in the Head" is brilliantly delivered by Dean Martin who never lets go of a single superfluous note.Dean Martin was clearly one of the greatest male vocalists of the entire twentieth century; and this album is terrific for his fans. "Return to Me (Ritorna-Me)" is also very easy on the ear; it leaves nothing to be desired--this music is all THAT good."Angel Baby" is very well done; and listen for "Volare (Nel Blu Di Pinto Di Blu)." "Volare (Nel Blu Di Pinto Di Blu)" has Dean squarely in the spotlight--which is right where he belongs and will always belong. "Volare" is a magnificent highlight of this album. "Powder Your Face with Sunshine (Smile.
Smile. Dean is in excellent form all throughout this album; and that's grand. The guitars sound terrific, too. I also really like "Memories Are Made of This;" Dean along with that backup chorus really does this one up right. "You Belong to Me" is also quite striking especially with those strings faultlessly playing; Dean delivers this with all his heart and soul and just one listen proves it. "You belong to Me" is easily one of the greatest highlights of the track set.
"Innamorata (Sweetheart)" has a fantastic arrangement as Dean Martin performs this to perfection--and beyond. "If" is most romantic; Dean's version reigns supreme as he aces this as effortlessly as if it were mere breathing--of course, we know it really wasn't all that easy.
"Standing on the Corner" is a playful tune that always brings a smile to my face; that brass sounds great and Dean's sophisticated phrasing enhances this number all the more. It is a fine introductory CD for people just discovering Dean's artistry; and people who enjoy classic pop vocals will want to get this for their collections, too.
The arrangement makes good use of the strings, too. The quality of the sound on this CD is excellent and the artwork is good even if it is somewhat standard for this CD series.
I love it. Dean's talent carried him through every time.
The album has many highlights. Dean Martin never sounded better, too.
We bought this a couple of years ago and is still one of my most listen to album. This is a fun up-beat album.
but just know you'll have moneys worth X ten. Excellent CD with many of his greatest songs. I could go on about sound quality etc.
Released in 1989, this 20-track overview of Dean Martin's Capitol Records period has all the essential hits from 1948 to 1960, including lesser-known gems such as "Powder Your Face With Sunshine," "You Belong to Me," "I'd Cry Like a Baby" and "Money Burns a Hole in My Pocket." Excellent liner notes - and a personal message from Dino acknowledging his 50th anniversary in show business - make this collection a keeper.
There are also a few Italian numbers such as "Volare" and "Return to Me". For example, "Love Me My Love", a relatively lesser-known Dean Martin song is wonderfully delicate and beautiful; and Dean bellies his crooner image and really wails it out on "Ain't That a Kick in the Head". "Watching the World Go By" and "Memories are Made of This" are also creative arrangements that exhibit nice harmonies. If you've never heard of Dean Martin, this Cd is the one to get you started. In my mind, this CD best reveals the full color of Dean Martin. He signed on with Reprise from about 1960 to 1983 and made a ton of records, but the Reprise songs tend to sound pretty much the same after a while. It's a greatest hits collection from the Capitol years (probably about 1948-1960), when Dean was younger and his style was more varied. The Capitol recordings capture Dean's tenderness, warmth and even jazziness.
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