If Your Memory Serves You Well [Import]

if your memory serves you well [import]

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Sixties Pop Diva Turned Avant-garde Jazz Singer Julie Driscoll was Encouraged to Begin a Performing Career by Brian Auger's Manager Giorgio Gomelsky, who Produced the Sessions Recorded Here Shortly Before Julie Joined the Band.

If Your Memory Serves You Well,Julie Driscoll & The Brian Auger Trinity,Dressed to Kill,Blue-Eyed Soul,British Invasion,Folk-Rock,Pop,Popular Music,Rock,Rock/Pop

If Your Memory Serves You Well [Import]
If Your Memory Serves You Well
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • An Amazing Voice and Masterful arrangements
 If Your Memory Serves You Well
Serena Ryder
Manufacturer: Back Porch
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000OYC7JE
Release Date: 2007-06-05

Tracks:

  1. Sisters of Mercy
  2. This Wheel's on Fire
  3. My Heart Cries for You
  4. Some of These Days
  5. Quand Les Hommes Vivront d'Amour
  6. It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  7. (Take Me for a Walk in The) Morning Dew
  8. Boo Hoo
  9. Coconut Grove
  10. You Were on My Mind
  11. Last Night I Had the Strangest Dream
  12. Weak in the Knees
  13. Out of the Blue
  14. Just Another Day

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars An Amazing Voice and Masterful arrangements.......2007-06-22

I dont what the difference is between the pricey import version and the cheap domestic version listed on Amazon. Hopefully, there isn't much, so folks can experience this wonderful singer on the cheap. I bought the import, mainly because that was what came up when I typed her name in. I heard a piece of "Weak in the Knees" on NPR's PRI and a short interview with her. This girl can sing and these songs she covers are not just interpretations. She owns them in a masterful vocal display with absolutely gorgeous arrangements. There is only one show tune on the CD and it's a beauty.

I was not familiar with some of the covers, but Sisters of Mercy, Starshine and You Were on My Mind are all old favorites and I was knocked out by her recreation of them. The musicians who played on this CD with her, whom she gives much credit to in the liner notes, are amazing. The arrangements in combination with that voice that ranges from country to jazz to folk to broadway and back in husky, whiskey-hued, high and bright, sailing, well...you get the idea.

If you like variety this CD gives you everything from blues to protest, from ballad to show tune. You wont listen to a more evocative CD this year.

Oh yeah, and she writes her own stuff too, three of the tracks are hers and stand shoulder to shoulder with the covers.
If Your Memory Serves You Well
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Import vs Domestic
  • Fantastic intepretation of some great song writing
  • Starts out fresh but morphs into broadway tunes
  • Ryder Rules!
  • Serena Ryder's Magical Voice
 If Your Memory Serves You Well
Serena Ryder
Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000JMK626
Release Date: 2006-11-27

Tracks:

  1. Sisters Of Mercy
  2. Good Morning Sunshine
  3. This Wheel's On Fire
  4. My Heart Cries For You
  5. Some Of These Days
  6. Quand Les Hommes Vivront D'Amour
  7. It Doesn't Matter Anymore
  8. (Take Me For A Walk In The) Morning Dew
  9. Boo Hoo
  10. Coconut Grove
  11. You Were On My Mind
  12. Last Night I Had The Strangest Dream
  13. Weak In The Knees
  14. Out Of The Blue
  15. Just Another Day

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Import vs Domestic.......2007-06-22

I dont what the difference is between the pricey import version and the cheap domestic version listed on Amazon. Hopefully, there isn't much, so folks can experience this wonderful singer on the cheap. I bought the import, mainly because that was what came up when I typed her name in. I heard a piece of "Weak in the Knees" on NPR's PRI and a short interview with her. This girl can sing and these songs she covers are not just interpretations. She owns them in a masterful vocal display with absolutely gorgeous arrangements. There is only one show tune on the CD and it's a beauty.

I was not familiar with some of the covers, but Sisters of Mercy, Starshine and You Were on My Mind are all old favorites and I was knocked out by her recreation of them. The musicians who played on this CD with her, whom she gives much credit to in the liner notes, are amazing. The arrangements in combination with that voice that ranges from country to jazz to folk to broadway and back in husky, whiskey-hued, high and bright, sailing, well...you get the idea.

If you like variety this CD gives you everything from blues to protest, from ballad to show tune. You wont listen to a more evocative CD this year.

Oh yeah, and she writes her own stuff too, three of the tracks are hers and stand shoulder to shoulder with the covers.

5 out of 5 stars Fantastic intepretation of some great song writing.......2007-06-12

I loved this album and have been playing it repeatedly since I bought it. Serena has a fabulous voice and intepretes what are mostly covers on this album superbly. These are obviously songs that mean a great deal to her and were probably in her parents record collection when she was growing up. This album will grab you. Exceeded expections.

4 out of 5 stars Starts out fresh but morphs into broadway tunes.......2007-03-10

I was let down when half way throught this cd she launches into old tired broadway tuney kind of music. It sounded like a recital of 'all the songs I know'. What a let down.

4 out of 5 stars Ryder Rules!.......2007-02-04

An exceptional "covers" type of album where Serena tackles "Canadian" songs in excellent fashion. Her remake of Oliver's 1969 hit "Good Morning Starshine" deserves a 5 out of 5 for sheer guts alone (who else could tackle the nonsense chorus and get away with it without sounding like a complete hack?). Every song is a genuine delight. Especially memorable are "This Wheel's On Fire", "It Doesn't Matter Anymore" and "Quand Les Hommes Vivront d'Amour". The arrangements are tasteful and folky (without eliminating a casual rock feel altogether) while Ms. Ryder's voice sounds heavenly (her joy in singing these hits clearly evident). If you've enjoyed recent albums by Corrine Bailey Rae, Amy Winehouse and K.T. Tunstall, then make "If Your Memory Serves You Well" your next purchase.

4 out of 5 stars Serena Ryder's Magical Voice.......2007-01-11

Serena Ryder has an absolutely amazing voice. Her live performances are tremendous and she gains more fans with every show. Her choice of material for this release is a bit odd, and - in the hands of a lesser talent - would be totally forgettable, but she is able to pull it off with her voice, a very tight (esp. Kevin Breit) supporting cast and good production.
Greatest Songs from the Musicals
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • You'll be disappointed
  • Pretty good musical mix
 Greatest Songs from the Musicals
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Soho
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000077JS0
Release Date: 2002-10-21

Tracks:

  1. Aquarius [From Hair] - Steve Brooker, NSO Ensemble, , Caroline O'Connor
  2. If I Can't Love Her [From Beauty and the Beast] - Ethan Freeman, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  3. I Could Have Danced All Night [From My Fair Lady] - Katrina Murphy, National Symphony Orchestra
  4. Can You Feel the Love Tonight? [From The Lion King] - John Barrowman, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  5. What I Did for Love [from a Chorus Line] - National Symphony Orchestra, Catherine Porter, Martin Yates
  6. This Is the Moment [From Jekyll and Hyde] - Gary Mauer, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  7. All That Jazz [From Chicago] - Paulette Ivory, Julian Kelly, Katrina Murphy, National Symphony Orchestra, Sally Ann Triplett
  8. Impossible Dream [From Man of La Mancha] - Ethan Freeman, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  9. America [From West Side Story] - National Symphony Orchestra
  10. Written in the Stars [From Aida] - Simon Bowman, NSO Ensemble, Sally Ann Triplett, Martin Yates
  11. Mame [From Mame] - Jerry Lanning, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  12. Some Enchanted Evening [From South Pacific] - Thomas Allen, John Owen Edwards, Philharmonic Orchestra
  13. I Am What I Am [From LA Cage aux Follies] - Janet Glazener, Leslie Uggams
  14. One Song Glory [From Rent] - Sean McDermott, Martin Yates

Tracks:

  1. Phantom of the Opera [From The Phantom of the Opera] - Ethan Freeman, Claire Moore, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  2. I Dreamed a Dream [From Les Miserables] - National Symphony Orchestra, Jacqui Scott, Martin Yates
  3. Bui Doi [From Miss Saigon] - Ethan Freeman, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  4. As Long as He Needs Me [From Oliver!] - National Symphony Orchestra,
  5. Time Warp [From the Rocky Horror Picture Show] - Anita Dobson, NSO Ensemble, Martin Yates,
  6. Memory [From Cats] - Kim Criswell, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  7. Why God Why [From Miss Saigon] - Graham Bickley, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  8. I Know Him So Well [From Chess] - Katrina Murphy, NSO Ensemble, Sally Ann Triplett, Martin Yates
  9. One Day More [From Les Miserables] - National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  10. Peggy Sue [From Buddy Holly Story] - Dominic Curtis
  11. Empty Charis at Empty Tables [From Les Miserables] - Graham Bickley, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  12. Dancing Queen [From Mamma Mia!] - Julian Kelly, NSO Ensemble, , Caroline O'Connor
  13. All I Ask of You [From The Phantom of the Opera] - Andrew Halliday, , National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  14. We Will Rock You [From We Will Rock You] - Martin Yates

Tracks:

  1. It's a Grand Night for Singing [From State Fair] - National Symphony Orchestra
  2. If I Were a Rich Man [From Fiddler on the Roof] - Jerry Lanning, National Symphony Orchestra
  3. I Talk to the Trees [From Paint Your Wagon] - Ethan Freeman, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  4. Over the Rainbow [From The Wizard of Oz] - Gillian Bevan, , John Owen Edwards, , Royal Shakespeare Company
  5. Bless Yore Beautiful Hide [From Seven Brides for Seven Brothers] - Hal Fowler, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  6. Grease [From Grease] - John Barrowman, NSO Ensemble, Martin Yates
  7. Woman in Love [From Guys and Dolls] - Gregg Edelman, , Emily Loesser, National Symphony Orchestra
  8. Secret Love [From Calamity Jane] - Debbie Gravitte, National Symphony Orchestra
  9. Quintet [From West Side Story] - National Symphony Orchestra
  10. I Will Always Love You [From the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas] - Salena Jones, John Pearce
  11. Money, Money [From "Caberet"] - Maria Friedman, National Symphony Orchestra, Jonathan Pryce
  12. If My Friends Could See Me Now (Sweet Charity) - Jacqueline Dankworth, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  13. Thank Heaven for Little Girls [From Gigi] - Ron Moody, National Symphony Orchestra, Martin Yates
  14. Singin' in the Rain [From Singin' in the Rain] - Craig Barna, National Symphony Orchestra, Paul Robinson

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars You'll be disappointed.......2006-09-02

Not the original artists. Very weak versions of beloved songs by marginal to downright bad vocalists.

5 out of 5 stars Pretty good musical mix.......2006-03-10

Lots of great and clear vocals. I was looking for a musical mix and this has a nice sampling of many major songs but also some more recent stuff. I haven't purchased an import before but I would do it again if the opportunity presented itself. It is somewhat annoying to have three cds when I think it could have fit onto two. Still, more than I have complaints, I have compliments about it.
Broadway: America's Music 1935-2005
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		Broadway: America's Music 1935-2005

    Manufacturer: Decca Broadway
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000B8I93Q
    Release Date: 2005-10-18

    Tracks:

    1. Oh What a Beautiful Mornin'
    2. Summertime
    3. I Could Write a Book
    4. It Never Entered My Mind
    5. I Can Cook Too
    6. Make It Another Old Fashioned, Please
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    8. My Heart Belongs to Daddy
    9. Thou Swell
    10. I Left My Heart at the Stage Door Canteen
    11. There's No Business Like Show Business
    12. South American Way

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    1. Shall We Dance
    2. Ohio
    3. Luck Be a Lady
    4. Mack the Knife
    5. There's a Small Hotel
    6. Once in Love with Amy
    7. Yodel Blues
    8. Lazy Afternoon
    9. There Must Be Somethin' Better Than Love
    10. You're Just in Love
    11. Now Is the Time

    Tracks:

    1. Impossible Dream
    2. Love Makes the World Go 'Round
    3. Try to Remember
    4. Put on a Happy Face
    5. I Say Hello
    6. Happiness
    7. She Loves Me
    8. What Kind of Fool Am I?
    9. Shy
    10. Consider Yourself
    11. Poor Little Person

    Tracks:

    1. Magic to Do
    2. They're Playing My Song
    3. I Don't Know How to Love Him
    4. I Won't Send Roses
    5. Good Morning Starshine
    6. Don't Cry for Me, Argentina
    7. Hard Candy Christmas
    8. Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend
    9. Won't You Charleston with Me?
    10. Applause

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    2. Memory
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    4. Muddy Water
    5. How Could I Ever Know
    6. American Dream
    7. I Know Him So Well
    8. Dr. Jazz
    9. Me and My Girl
    10. Suddenly Seymour

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    1. Mamma Mia!
    2. Popular
    3. Seasons of Love
    4. Oh, the Thinks You Can Think
    5. Whatever Lola Wants
    6. Crazy
    7. How Deep Is Your Love
    8. Stars
    9. People Like Us
    10. I Go to Rio
    Musicals - The Gold Collection
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • "56 Show-Stoppers from the Last Century ~ Paul Bateman"
    		 Musicals - The Gold Collection
    Helen Hobson , Dave Willetts , and Lesley Garrett
    Manufacturer: Silva America
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0001JXPB6
    Release Date: 2004-04-06

    Tracks:

    1. West Side Story 'America' - Helen Hobson & Crouch End Festival Chorus
    2. Annie 'Tomorrow' - Helen Hobson
    3. Annie Get Your Gun 'Anything You Can Do' - Jason Howard
    4. Annie Get Your Gun 'The Girl That I Marry/My Defences Are Down' - Jason Howard
    5. Aspects Of Love 'Love Changes Everything' - Chris Corcoran
    6. Anything Goes 'Anything Goes' - Helen Hobson
    7. Cabaret 'Cabaret' - Helen Hobson
    8. La Cage Aux Folles 'I Am What I Am' - Dave Willetts
    9. Carmen Jones 'Dat's Love' - Lesley Garrett
    10. Cats 'Memory' - Lesley Garrett
    11. Cats 'Macavity: The Mystery Cat' - Deborah Steel
    12. Carousel 'Soliloquoy' - Jason Howard
    13. Carousel 'If I Loved You' - Paul Bateman
    14. Carousel 'You'll Never Walk Alone' - Jason Howard

    Tracks:

    1. Chess 'I Know Him So Well' - Meredith Braun
    2. Evita 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' - Sharon Campbell & Crouch End Festival Chorus
    3. Evita 'Another Suitcase In Another Hall' - Sharon Campbell & Crouch End Festival Chorus
    4. Evita 'High Flying Adored' - Meredith Braun
    5. The Fantastiks 'Try To Remember' - John Langley & Crouch End Festival Chorus
    6. Fiddler On The Roof 'If I Were A Rich Man' - John Langley
    7. Gigi 'Gigi' - Keith Ferreira
    8. Guys And Dolls 'Luck Be A Lady' - Dave Willetts
    9. Jesus Christ Superstar 'Superstar' - Christopher Howard
    10. Jesus Christ Superstar 'I Don't Know How To Love Him' - Sharon Campbell
    11. Jesus Christ Superstar 'Everything's Alright' - Sharon Campbell
    12. Joseph And His Amazing Technicolor Dream-Coat 'Close Every Door' - Crouch End Festival Chorus
    13. Kismet 'And This Is My Beloved' - Lesley Garrett
    14. Kismet 'Stranger In Paradise' - Jason Howard

    Tracks:

    1. Kiss Me Kate 'Where Is The Life That Late I Led?' - Jason Howard
    2. A Little Night Music 'Send In The Clowns' - Helen Hobson
    3. Les Miserables 'Bring Him Home' - Dave Willetts
    4. Man Of La Mancha 'The Impossible Dream' - John Langley
    5. Oklahoma 'Oh What A Beautiful Morning' - Jason Howard
    6. Oklahoma 'The Surrey With The Fringe On Top' - Jason Howard
    7. Oklahoma 'Oklahoma' - Jason Howard
    8. Phantom Of The Opera 'Phantom Of The Opera' - Lesley Garrett
    9. Phantom Of The Opera 'Music Of The Night' - Dave Willetts
    10. Phantom Of The Opera 'All I Ask Of You' - Lesley Garrett
    11. Porgy & Bess 'Summertime' - Lesley Garrett
    12. Seven Brides For Seven Brothers 'Bless Your Beautiful Hide' - Jason Howard
    13. Showboat 'Ol' Man River' - Jason Howard
    14. Showboat 'Make Believe' - Jason Howard

    Tracks:

    1. The Sound Of Music 'The Sound Of Music' - Helen Hobson
    2. The Sound Of Music 'Climb Ev'ry Mountain' - Tania Williams & Crouch End Festival Chorus
    3. The Sound Of Music 'Edelweiss' - John Langley
    4. South Pacific 'Some Enchanted Evening' - John Langley
    5. South Pacific 'Younger Than Springtime' - David Shannon
    6. Starlight Express 'Starlight Express' - Keith Burns
    7. Sunset Boulevard 'Sunset Boulevard' - Gerard Casey
    8. Sunset Boulevard 'With One Look' - Mary Carewe
    9. Sunset Boulevard 'As If We Never Said Goodbye' - Mary Carewe
    10. Tell Me On Sunday 'Tell Me On Sunday' - Sharon Campbell
    11. West Side Story 'Maria' - David Shannon
    12. West Side Story 'Tonight' (The Balcony Scene) - Meredith Braun
    13. West Side Story 'Somewhere' - Meredith Braun
    14. There's No Business Like Show Business & Annie Get Your Gun 'Theres No Business Like Showbusiness' - Helen Hobson & Crouch End Festival Chorus

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars "56 Show-Stoppers from the Last Century ~ Paul Bateman".......2004-04-16

    Some of the best musicals from the last century appear on this 4-CD compilation "Musicals:The Gold Collection", featuring many stars of the London Stage with Paul Bateman (conductor), The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra, The Philharmonia, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the world renown Crouch End Festival Chorus ~ sharing the spotlight, blending voice and music within the boundaries of great compositions from sold out musical shows from the past ~ all songs presented on this collection have been performed by a diverse set of artists ~ share the beauty of simplicity that exists in the music of each performance.

    Here's just a sampling with "Annie", Annie Get Your Gun", "Anything Goes", "Aspects of Love", "Cabaret", "Carmen Jones", "Carousel", "Cats", "Chess", "Evita", "The Fantastics", "Fiddler on the Roof", "Gigi", "Guys and Dolls", "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "Kismet", "Kiss Me Kate", "La Cage Aux Folles", "Les Miserables", "A Little Night Music", "Man of La Mancha", "Oklahoma", "Phantom of the Opera", "Porgy & Bess", "Seven Brides For Seven Brothers", "Showboat", "The Sound of Music", "South Pacific", "Starlight Express", "Sunset Boulevard", "Tell Me On Sunday", "There's No Business Like Show Business", "West Side Story" ~ each cue is just the icing on the cake presented in this one of a kind event.

    Let's take a look at the stars of the London Stage ~ Meredith Braun, Keith Burns, Sharon Campbell, Mary Carewe, Gerard Casey, Chris Corcoran, Keith Ferreira, Lesley Garrett (always a favorite in everyones collection), Helen Hobson, Michele Hooper, Christopher Howard, Jason Howard, Ria Jones, John Langley, David Shannon, Deorah Steel, Jill Washington, Dave Willetts, Tania Williams ~ so much talent under one banner, perfection is the only description that comes to mind. Paul Bateman has come up with a instrumental masterpiece, with emotional peaks and valleys that we've experienced over decades in the tumultuous world of musicals in the theatre.

    Silva America, James Fitzpatrick, Reynold da Silva and David Stoner have paid homage to this genre ~ brought to the forefront in one universal voice the magnitude and influence for all it's listeners ~ powerful and personal touch of each track makes you feel the melody is still ringing in your ears, that's what the composer hoped for and it works ~ this musical collection is a keeper ~ gotta love it!

    Total Time: 4-CD-Set ~ Silva America 3605 ~ (4/06/2004)
    If Your Memory Serves You Well
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • The "Jangleholic" rocks Dylan
    		 If Your Memory Serves You Well
    Les Fradkin
    Manufacturer: RRO Entertainment
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000GY71ES
    Release Date: 2006-07-14

    Tracks:

    1. This Wheel's On Fire
    2. Knockin' On Heaven's Door
    3. The Times They Are-A-Changin'
    4. Like A Rolling Stone
    5. Just Like A Woman
    6. Love Minus Zero/NoLimit
    7. The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo)
    8. Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window?
    9. Absolutely Sweet Marie
    10. One Of Us Must Know (Sooner Or Later)

    Product Description

    With times changin at today's speeds, Bob Dylan fans can now hear something new from Les Fradkin, who when originally discovered by John Hammond, Sr. at Columbia Records found his love of Dylan's music at the forefront of his commercial pop style. In this new 2006 release, Les takes more than just a common tribute approach and reveals a unique perspective in the diverse influences that form the basis of a new sound for Bob Dylan's music. In particular, Les' reading of "One Of Must Know" is a must hear as it takes Dylan into new sonic territory. Tom Petty fans will delight to his approach on "Absolutely Sweet Marie" and his fresh take on "Just Like A Woman" will suprise even those overly familiar with this Dylan hit. This release is pressed on special edition PURPLE Colored CD's which reflect luminous violet in bright light.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars The "Jangleholic" rocks Dylan.......2006-08-06

    One of the more rockin' Dylan tributes, Les Fradkin showcases his vocal & multi-instrumental skills honed as the original "George Harrison" in the cast of Beatlemania, a member of the psych folk-rock band The Godz, and as session player on many Top 40 hit records throughout the early 70's. The multi-layered production provides a unique perspective to these Dylan classics. Standout tracks are This Wheel's On Fire and One Of Us Must Know.

    The tracklist:
    This Wheel's On Fire
    Knockin' On Heaven's Door
    The Times They Are-A-Changin'
    Like A Rolling Stone
    Just Like A Woman
    Love Minus Zero/No Limit
    The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo)
    Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window?
    Absolutely Sweet Marie
    One Of Us Must Know (Sooner Or Later)
    If Your Memory Serves You Well
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • Driscoll is NOT Janis Joplin
    		 If Your Memory Serves You Well
    Julie Driscoll & The Brian Auger Trinity
    Manufacturer: Dressed to Kill
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00004U9YO
    Release Date: 2001-07-10

    Tracks:

    1. Don't Do It No More - Julie Driscoll
    2. I Didn't Want To Have To Do It - Julie Driscoll
    3. I Don't Know Where You Are - Julie Driscoll
    4. I Know You Love Me Not - Julie Driscoll
    5. If You Should Ever Leave Me - Julie Driscoll
    6. Shadows Of You - Julie Driscoll
    7. Come Back To Croydon - The Brian Auger Trinity
    8. Foolkiller - The Brian Auger Trinity
    9. Kiko - The Brian Auger Trinity
    10. Let's Do It Tonight - The Brian Auger Trinity
    11. Own Up, Lady Astor - The Brian Auger Trinity
    12. Tiger - The Brian Auger Trinity

    Album Details

    Sixties Pop Diva Turned Avant-garde Jazz Singer Julie Driscoll was Encouraged to Begin a Performing Career by Brian Auger's Manager Giorgio Gomelsky, who Produced the Sessions Recorded Here Shortly Before Julie Joined the Band.

    Customer Reviews:

    4 out of 5 stars Driscoll is NOT Janis Joplin.......2007-04-25

    Much of the material on this disc, especially the Auger titles, have nothing to do with Jools. The instrumental
    work "Fool Killer" & "Kiko" show the jazz underpinings of Auger's Oblivion Express. I was not impressed by
    " Oh, baby won't you come back home to Croyden" however. It's as if Auge & Trinity only share disc space with Driscoll.

    To sample Jools I highly recommend "I know You Love Me Not". This song brings comparisons to Dusty Springfield' s "The Look Of Love" and Burt Bacharach's production style, it's 60's sophisticated and powerful.

    I broke out my vinyl lp Jools & Brian for comparison. The liner notes quote EYE magazine's "the Janis Joplin of
    Great Britain" label for Ms Driscoll, she's not close. Her later works were much stronger but "I Know You Love Me Not" is almost worth the price.

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