Live At The Desert Inn by Bobby Darin

01 Feb

Written by Lee Prosser
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This new collection of songs from Bobby Darin will delight his fans and introduce him to a new generation. This eclectic song collection was originally recorded live on February 6, 1971 and is probably his finest. There are two bonus songs, live recordings of his "Work Song" and "Beyond The Sea."

There are sixteen songs on this CD including short monologues. Among the songs are "Save The Country," "Mack The Knife," "Fire And Rain," "Hi De Ho That Old Sweet Roll," a Beatles medley which includes "Hey Jude," "Eleanor Rigby," "Blackbird," and "A Day In The Life." Additional songs include "Higher And Higher," "I'll Be Your Baby Tonight," "If I Were A Carpenter," "Simple Song Of Freedom," "Chain Of Fools," "Respect," "Splish Splash," "Johnny B. Goode," "Work Song," and Beyond The Sea."

Listeners will be moved by the sensitivity of Darin's vocals in his own composition, "A Simple Song Of Freedom," which has as much lasting impact and meaning in the 1960s as it does today. For a look at what Darin could do with blues and country, give a listen to "I'll Be Your Baby Tonight."

This is a memorable listening experience for the jazz audience, one to savor and hear often. Bobby Darin died at the age of thirty-seven following heart problem complications.

This collection allows the listeners to feel and enjoy the range of Darin's vocal talents in all their complex and rich emotions. For those interested in information about Darin, his official website is listed as www.bobbydarin.com For those interested in the archival Bobby Darin, the CD music notes list Jimmy Scalia at www.jimmyscalia.com

For something unique, purchase this CD for your listening pleasure. It is a great key to understanding the wonderful vocal magic that was Bobby Darin. Bobby Darin was truly an American Original when it came to singers!

Additional Info

Artist / Group Name: Bobby Darin
CD Title: Live At The Desert Inn
Genre: Jazz Vocals
Year Released: 2005
Record Label: Concord Records
Tracks: Simple Song of Freedom and Ill Be Your Baby Tonight are prime examples of the wide range of Darin's voice. Each song in this collection is a showcase for his great talents as a singer.'
Musicians: Bobby Darin, vocals.
Label Website: http://www.concordrecords.com
Rating: Five Stars