Country Style/Dean 'Tex' Martin Rides Again (Dean Martin On Reprise) - Dean Martin

Advantages: 30 classic hits on one budget priced album nicely made
Disadvantages: Not remastered but not that bad really it as sounds fine

...Dino Paul Crocetti, or Dean Martin as we all know him, member of the original Rat Pack, was one of the greatest performers of his time. I purchased this CD in Virgin some time ago now, so I don't know what the going rate online for this album currently is. There are many places you can look for cheap CDs but it isn't my job to list websites, but to review this compilation CD. First of all, I'm not sure how many young people Dean would appeal to. I think the younger generation ought to be introduced to him and this album is the perfect introduction. It has all his number one hits, some obscure songs and my personal favourite, Volare. Sadly, this compilation is not remastered in any way, but in some ways it adds to the closeness you feel while listening to the album. You feel he is in the same room with you. I think this album... Read review

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Advantages: Top sounds of swing, country and vegas high rollers
Disadvantages: Shows Mr Sinatra up for the fraud that he was

...on a whole new meaning is a joy. The smile on Dino's face can be heard all the way through. Little Ole Wine Drinker Me A great Country styled track, where Dean "Tex" Martin gets to combine his passions (so to speak). Singng as a lonely Tennessee drunk in a Chicago gin joint he sings his tale of woe while praying for rain to keep the grape vines going long enough to drown his sorrow. Brilliant Dino. Subtle, easy, and effortlessly enjoyable. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The album was released a few years ago, and I know that a new double album has been released with all the tracks from this album and more, but I would suggest that unless you are looking for a definitive collection of Dino songs, this might be the album for you. It can be found cheap on the web and contains all the great tracks that make Dino the man the fans love... Read review

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Advantages: Great Musical Songs.
Disadvantages: Not as good as origanal artistes.

...and meet and array of wonderful characters, this is a deep musical at a time when political issues rock the country and the economy has been destroyed. Liza Minnelli born 12th march 1946 daughter to Judy Garland and director Vincent Minnelli played Sally. Liza is a fabulous singer/actress who was destined to follow in her mother's footsteps. 10. 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' from the Disney musical 'The Lion King 1994. The story of young lion cub Simba and his quest for the circle of life. The song was written and performed by Sir Elton John and the lyrics by Tim Rice. In 1999 a stage version of 'The Lion King' was created and is now on at The Lyceum theatre in London. 11. 'Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again' from Andrew Lloyd Webber's 1986 musical 'The Phantom of the Opera'. Sarah Brightman created the role of Christine when it opened... Read review

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