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It's no coincidence that Michael Bublé's new album starts with just his voice and some fingersnaps on "The Best Is Yet to Come," a song made famous by Frank Sinatra. The Canadian smoothie looks longingly towards early-'60s Vegas, an impression quickly reinforced when a boisterous horn section makes its grand entrance, about 20 seconds into the track. That Bublé means business is confirmed by the second cut, a fast-paced take on Henry Mancini's "It Had Better Be Tonight," and of course by the CD's very title, another song identified with Sinatra as his cockiest. There are just a few sidesteps from the retro formula that's served Bublé so well so far: a languid duet with Brazilian star Ivan Lins on the bossa "Wonderful Tonight," a gospel choir on "That's Life." Interestingly, Bublé co-wrote the best of those sidesteps, "Everything," a Norah Jones-esque number that alluringly harks back to sunny '70s pop. It's also the only song on the album produced by Bob Rock (best known for his work with Metallica), sending out a strong signal that Bublé should reach out to unlikely collaborators more often. --Elisabeth Vincentelli
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Melding the contemporary and the classic in ways only he can, Michael Buble has created his most complete studio effort yet. Ranging from "I've Got The World On a String" to "Me and Mrs. Jones," in addition to two new songs co-written by Michael, Call Me Irresponsible makes this album irresistible.
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134 of 152 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Though the ghosts of Frank Sinatra and Peter Allen still battle for his soul, in his new CD "Call Me Irresponsible" Michael Buble has finally found his own voice and personality. For those who doubt that his channeling Harry Connick Jr. channeling Frank Sinatra schtick is done, jump to his rendition of the Sinatra signature song "That's Life" and listen to his unaffected vocal amid the combination of both gospel choir and big band.
Looking for other sources of inspiration has led Buble to Billy Paul for "Me And Mrs. Jones" which is done in a more matter-of-fact manner than the hand-wringing original; to Jack Jones for the title cut "Call Me Irresponsible" which is more laid back than the original despite the big band arrangement; to Eric Clapton whose "Wonderful Tonight" becomes a lovely Latin love song with assistance from the great Ivan Lins; and to Willie Nelson whose "Always On My Mind" is a beautiful song which gets the beautiful voice it deserves. A wide variety of sources and styles that Michael masters and makes his own.
Two polished diamonds that cement the new identity are "Everything" in which all previous influences are absent and it is Michael Buble emerging as his own man and the tender and laid back "I'm Your Man."
Special mention must go to the arrangements which swing when they need to and modulate for the tender moments such as "Lost." The upbeat arrangements of "It Had Better Be Tonight" (which can only be described as big band Italian salsa) and "Comin' Home Baby" (with it's backing vocals from Boyz II Men) are just brilliant.
A must for fans and a step towards world dominance by this Canadian superhero, this is a wonderful leap forward for an artist who in the past has been weighed down by his influences. But as he warns us all with the CD opener, "The Best Is Yet To Come."
Looking for other sources of inspiration has led Buble to Billy Paul for "Me And Mrs. Jones" which is done in a more matter-of-fact manner than the hand-wringing original; to Jack Jones for the title cut "Call Me Irresponsible" which is more laid back than the original despite the big band arrangement; to Eric Clapton whose "Wonderful Tonight" becomes a lovely Latin love song with assistance from the great Ivan Lins; and to Willie Nelson whose "Always On My Mind" is a beautiful song which gets the beautiful voice it deserves. A wide variety of sources and styles that Michael masters and makes his own.
Two polished diamonds that cement the new identity are "Everything" in which all previous influences are absent and it is Michael Buble emerging as his own man and the tender and laid back "I'm Your Man."
Special mention must go to the arrangements which swing when they need to and modulate for the tender moments such as "Lost." The upbeat arrangements of "It Had Better Be Tonight" (which can only be described as big band Italian salsa) and "Comin' Home Baby" (with it's backing vocals from Boyz II Men) are just brilliant.
A must for fans and a step towards world dominance by this Canadian superhero, this is a wonderful leap forward for an artist who in the past has been weighed down by his influences. But as he warns us all with the CD opener, "The Best Is Yet To Come."
63 of 75 people found the following review helpful
By A. Powell
Format:Audio CD
First off, let me say that I am not musically talented myself so anything I have to say is strictly my opinion. On that note, I am disappointed with this new album. I purchased the special edition CD because I wanted "LOVE." I truly love this song. Nat King Cole sang this, right? I thought it was okay. The very best song is "Everything." I could listen to it all day. The rest of the album is mediocre. I don't like when Michael Buble sings with other people... it's distracting and he just doesn't need the help. I have two other Michael Buble albums that I like very, very much... self-titled album and "It's Time". These are definitely worth the money but this new album was not nearly as good. I hope Michael goes back to the sassier and jazzier songs on his previous albums instead of the sad and depressing ones on his new album.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By CateyCate
Format:Audio CD
This CD was such a great purchase. I'd heard "Everything" on the radio but didn't know who sang it and was asking everyone I knew if they knew the song. Luckily, I heard it on the radio again a few days later and I'd ordered it before the song had finished as I loved it so much. Even though I bought the CD for just one song, the rest of it is so great also. "Lost" has such moving lyrics and such a beautiful tune and then there's some great big band numbers.
If you like this genre of music, you'll love this CD.
If you like this genre of music, you'll love this CD.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Call Me Irresponsible - Michael Buble
Whatever happened to just listening and enjoying the music? Some of the people who write reviews must think they are writing for the New York Times - they write these lengthy... Read more
Published 4 hours ago by LaVerne Scruggs
3.0 out of 5 stars
my wife loves it
great gift for her
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Published 5 days ago by Paul Hurst
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this CD
I am a Michael Buble fanatic. I have his other CD's and am always listening to his music. Call Me Irresponsible doesn't disappoint.
Published 8 days ago by A. Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars
When Isn't Buble Great?
I haven't heard a bad piece of music from Buble yet. This is another collection of songs that should be in your collection. I wish I had more CD's.
Published 21 days ago by Active at 60
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great!
Michael Buble is a true entertainer - his voice is melodious - he chooses great songs - I could sit and listen to him all day.
Published 1 month ago by Jean Ann Johnson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Modern Sinatra
Buble has a great voice, great phrasing, enthusiasm. A worthy heir to Sinatra's kingdom. It's obvious he enjoys what he's doing, which makes it doubly enjoyable for the listener. Read more
Published 1 month ago by P. DELAPP
5.0 out of 5 stars
Call Me Irresponsible
If you liked Frank Sinatra, this young man's voice will bring back old memories and create new ones. We love it.
Published 2 months ago by James W Young
4.0 out of 5 stars
sounds good
have enjoyed it that all I have to say music is subjective to the person product came new and sealed
Published 2 months ago by Nathan G. Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars
Smooth, dependable, suave.
Buble is smooth, has a great style and sound. For anyone who likes the crooners or big band Buble is a great addition.
Published 3 months ago by Minute Man
5.0 out of 5 stars
Call Me Irresponsible CD
All the songs were great. The styling and sound clarity very nice. Such a great CD to unwind to on the way home from the office.
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Published 3 months ago by Sharon
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