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Dead Ringer: Dad Music
by Jim Santella
The members of Dead Ringer refer to their second recording as music for the Mancini generation." These classic songs were played on the radio back then, and they've left strong memories. From the album's songlist, Charade" and It Had Better Be Tonight" are Henry Mancini creations with Johnny Mercer's lyrics. The ensemble has selected timeless songs that represent ... well, Dad.
Dead Ringer is a remarkable quartet. Pure and simple, with a high regard for the songs they interpret, their ...
read moreDead Ringer: Atomic Cocktail
by Jim Santella
Titled after Slim Gaillard’s Atomic Cocktail," Dead Ringer’s album speaks to the swing revival as well as to mainstream jazz lovers. Kathleen Frasca delivers familiar stories and charms the listener with her natural approach and fresh articulate vocal style. Providing music for relaxation, the singer entertains with overdubs, key changes, some instrumental improvisation, occasional sound effects, and clearly-defined lyrics. Tender ballads such as It Ain’t Necessarily So," Angel Eyes," No Moon at All," and Comes Love" are treated with respect. ...
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