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I know where you guys are coming from, especially in terms of the arrangements, but no way has GP got a suitable voice for opera - he doesn't have the range, for starters, and it's totally not his style.
What I like is the richness and 'honeyed' tones of his voice, and the 'humanity' and emotion he injects into his vocal delivery, which I agree suits some material better than others. For me, he's still, without question, one of the great voices of the modern era.
Marco.
No not opera but more that style than nkc.
Yes, that sums up GP very well. I think he would be better perhaps singing Blues material. His voice is similar to that of the late Mississsippi John Hurt; not so much in the richness of tone, but in the sweetness and humanity of delivery.Quote:
Originally Posted by Marco
I went to the Cinema last night with my lovely wife to see the Incredible New Aretha Franklin Documentary AMAZING GRACE
I can only say RUN do not Walk to see this film.
It's obviously an art-house film and on for a week or so maximum.
So sleep and you will miss it....
Without doubt he BEST music documentary I've seen. NO talking heads or commentary, just an uncut view into 2 live Gospel performances by The Queen herself with James Cleveland and the Southern California Community Choir.
An amazing treat into this world. Not a dry eye in the house when the lights came up!!
An utter joys experience.
Here is the recording from those 2 evenings of pure magic.
https://i.imgur.com/hzvN3GN.jpg
Sounds great, Adam. Is it on national release, or only in selected cinemas?:)
Right now, enjoying this classic, as I prepare lunch 'al fresco':
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/xq90/921/46ek9d.jpg
Marco.
Selected Marco, small art house affairs..Quote:
Originally Posted by Marco
but in a lot of them...(nationwide) so most folk will have something not too far away!
Well Worth the effort.
Herbie's Flood is a corker !!.. great choice. :cool:
Thanks for the reco' Adam, i'm BIG Aretha fan and have a number of her albums on original first press vinyl status ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by WESTLOWER
I hadn't heard this documentary was out so thanks again :thumbsup:
Never knew you were into Herbie Hancock Marco :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Marco
Hi Rob, i'm going again over the weekend. It's a real privilege to have access to such a special thing.Quote:
Originally Posted by RobbieGong
Don't miss it, only on for a week or so. Enjoy
following on from AMAZING GRACE, on the incredible voices and music from the Gospel world...
Mahalia Jackson.
https://i.imgur.com/8mLCY4W.png