Michele
Anastasio
More!
Michele
Anastasio is the possessor of an exquisite voice. There is clarity,
a clean sound, and yes, some Broadway with more than a touch
of sensuality omnipresent, which only enhances her coquettish
style. Alan Broadbent’s arrangements add greatly to the
whole mix. Anastasio’s delivery is a simple message, sing
the song and let its beauty shine, or as Michele puts it: “Straight
ahead and strive for tone.” There is strength in beauty
and on this disc it is utilized to the fullest.
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“More”
… This old chestnut is rewarded with a beautiful rendition
done sincerely and sweetly by Anastasio with tender guitar
work by Broadbent adding to the vocal.
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“Embraceable
You” … A soul stirrer for all the romantic's out
there … A fireplace, a cognac and this tune plus the
love of your life totally emphasizes the old adage: “It
doesn't get any better than this.”
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“Under
Paris Skies” … This song will transport one to
Paris and bring back memories to those who have traveled
it's historic byways … a chanson d’amour which
showcases the range of this fine chanteuse, la belle Anastasio.
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“A
Nightingale Sang In Berkley Square” … Memory time
again as this paean to love that is set in England, evokes
nostalgia and tenderness.
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“The
Look Of Love”… Pure heat with a Latin beat.
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“When
Do I think About You” … Old fashioned femininity
reigns supreme in this ode to a troubled love.
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“That
Old Black Magic” … The heat is turned up again
leading up to a slick swing chorus, nice touch.
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“I
Only Have Eyes For You” … A love song for all
ages, many a lovestruck soul has reflected on this song,
including this writer. Anastasio's timing is absolute and
again, the message is clear.
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“But
Not For Me” … Brightly done with a new twist.
Happy tune.
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“That's
All” … This one requires a slow dance with maybe
a kiss or two … even a tear … Nice ending to a
superb recording.
Watch
out for Michele Anastasio. She is a talent, gift wrapped in
a pretty package, and a singer of songs that was born to do
so.
John
Gilbert aka “Johnnyjazz,” All
About Jazz, November 2001
See
Johnny’s review of Covergirl.
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