Category: Digital Songs & Albums

SOMEONE LIKE YOU {Cover} (by Shawn Colvin: One Fine Day movie soundtrack)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date December 21, 2020

SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 4:11 Min.

First released by Van Morrison in 1987, Shawn Colvin later covered this tune for the One Fine Day movie soundtrack released in 1996.

REVIEW:

Taking her time, Shawn Colvin solidly renders “Someone Like You.” Her take isn’t distinctive, but its nicely tranquil sound makes Colvin’s pop version certainly a potential keeper.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7 Stars

Note: Dina Carroll covers this same song for 2001’s Bridget Jones’s Diary movie soundtrack. Notably, Carroll’s version is nearly a minute shorter.

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THE A-TEAM {Cover: TV Series Theme} (by The Daniel Caine Orchestra: The A-Team: Music from the Original Score)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date December 21, 2020

SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 3:16 Min.

The original 1983 NBC TV opening credits theme by Mike Post and Pete Carpenter clocks in at a 1:40 running time, including John Ashley’s voice-over narration and various sound effects.

This extended instrumental cover by The Daniel Caine Orchestra, however, doesn’t replicate those extra elements. In addition to its digital availability, this cover version appears on at least two other Daniel Caine Orchestra CD’s: 2007’s The A-Team: Music from The Original Television Score and the earlier 1999 NYPD Blue: The Best of Mike Post.

REVIEW:

The Daniel Caine Orchestra emphasizes the original A-Team theme more as a patriotic anthem (i.e. lots of militaristic drumming beats). This soaring Caine version also notably doesn’t mimic the edgy rock guitar vibe that Post and Carpenter imbue the TV theme’s mid-section with. Instead, this cover is more of a seamless blend of orchestral work and a collegiate marching band-style of sound. While it isn’t close to the original theme, The Daniel Caine Orchestra’s cover delivers a fun and worthwhile interpretation.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 7 Stars

Note: Post & Carpenter’s 2^nd season opening credits version (including the narrative voice-over and the distinctive sound effects) appears on 1990’s Television’s Greatest Hits, Vol. 3: ‘70s & 80’s album — in CD and cassette form.

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ISN’T IT ROMANTIC? {Cover} (by Ella Fitzgerald: One Fine Day movie soundtrack)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date December 21, 2020

SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 3:02 Min.

While this Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart soft jazz standard dates back to 1932, Ella Fitzgerald’s cover was initially released in 1956. Forty years later, the soundtrack for the 1996 comedy, One Fine Day, starring Michelle Pfeiffer & George Clooney, includes her rendition.

REVIEW:

Hearing Ella Fitzgerald’s dreamy voice on this tune is the equivalent of a jazz time machine. Sung almost as if it were a lullaby, Fitzgerald’s old school vocal magic proves an absolute gem. Highly recommended!

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 10 Stars

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HEAD OVER HEELS – ALBUM VERSION (by Allure featuring Nas: Allure)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date December 17, 2020

SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 4:11 Min.

From their 1997 self-titled album, Allure’s romantic R&B track features Nas.

REVIEW:

As a quartet, Allure’s sultry vocals prove ideal. It’s the best asset for this upbeat track. The disadvantage, however, is that their beguiling teamwork too often overshadow the song’s unremarkable lyrics. A standard-issue ‘90s R&B melody can only do so much to hide this reality. Two rounds of solo rapping from Nas fail to bolster much of anything – “Head Over Heels” would have likely worked better without his involvement. In the end, the song makes a likable but not great R&B download

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 6½ Stars

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LET LOVE RULE (by Ledisi: Let Love Rule)

Post author By oddmoonmediareviews
Post date December 17, 2020

SUMMARY: RUNNING TIME: 4:00 Min.

“Let Love Rule” is the mid-tempo title track for singer Ledisi’s same-named 2018 R&B album.

REVIEW:

“Let Love Rule” serves up a delightfully romantic tune from Ledisi (aka Ledisi Young). As evidenced by this track, Ledisi’s smooth vocal talents puts her within range of Patti LaBelle and Anita Baker. This song makes an ideal option for potential R&B and dance playlists.

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars

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