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The Italian

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I got another version of his albumn from a friend and love them both...what a marvelous voice the songs warm your heart and soul...better than Jerry Vale...I listen every day and am so happy...wish he were on American television or radio...his talent should not be limited...waiting for his next albumn...benissimo....

Patrizio Buanne's debut album, "The Italian", backed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, is more than outstanding, and full of surprises. You can tell by Patrizio's vocal styling who his influences have been. With a powerful voice similar to that of Engelburt Humperdinck, Patrizio also has Elvis Presley's vocal quiver, Jerry Vale's timing and grace notes, and the high-noted cry in his voice that Tom Jones use to have.

About his songs:
"Il Mondo" is the hit on this album. With it's dramatic orchestral opening and Patrizio's soaring emotional vocals, you only need to hear it twice, and you're hooked. Be sure to see the music video that's available at his official website.

"Amore Scusami", has almost the identical orchestration and arrangement as Jerry Vale's hit version and is superbly sung by Patrizio, with some nice grace notes, and lots of powerful high notes all the way to the end. Gotta love those high notes!

"Parla Piu Piano is the Italian version of "Speak Softly Love" from the movie "Godfather". Patrizio does a nice job, very moving.

Both versions of "Man Without Love" are superb, but in the Italian/English version he hits a very dramatic high note at the end of the song that will give you goose-bumps. The song really brings out the "Engelburt" in his voice. Sometimes the music video is available at his website, a real treat to see.

"Che Sara" almost sounds like a gospel song, giving Patrizio a chance to show yet one more of his vocal talents.

I love the song "Come Prima". Patrizio makes it very catchy and danceable. And again, an nice dramatic high note at the end.

"L' Italiano" shows even more of Patrizio's wide range of vocal styles. It starts out slow and easy, then gradually builds to a full swing/jazz Italian number. You can tell that Patrizio enjoyed recording this song. He even growls out a couple of notes in all the excitement and fun of the song. This is a song you will set your CD player to repeat.

The biggest surprise on this CD is the unbelievable job that Patrizio does with "Home To Mamma". It's actually "Funicula Funicula" with new and fun lyrics co-written by Patrizio. He pulls out all the stops, and suddenly turns into an opera singer just this side of Mario Lanza! His powerful vocal artistry combined with the Philharmonic Choir, makes this song a goose-bump giving hit. I love it!

"Alta Marea" is the Italian version of "Don't Dream It's Over" by "Crowded House". Patrizio combined with the orchestra horns makes the song a truely romantic masterpiece.

A nice light and airy addition to this CD is "On An Evening In Roma". It conjures up thoughts of and Italian sidewalk café, lovers talking and sipping wine.


I look forward to Patrizio's next album and hopefully a DVD. His interpretation of the Italian and pop standards of the 1950's and 1960's are a treat to behold.

I bought this CD because Il Mondo is my favorite song of all times and there are two tracks with the song on this CD. This version is spectacular! The sound is incredible, very high quality with beautiful arrangements. All of the tracks on the CD are familiar Italian classics, so well done. Patrizio Buanne has a new fan in the U.S. I love it so much I'm going to buy one for my sweetheart for Valentine's Day. It's very romantic music. And I guess I had better order another for myself, because I'm wearing it out playing it in my car.

Sung in a mixture of Italian and English, this first album from a charming Italian is well worth listening to. Influenced by the crooners of the 50s which were played in his father's restaurant, the songs are unashamedly romantic. Beautifully orchestrated and sung with emotion

I must say I don't think that it is fair to give a negative review of an album just because you don't like a certain type of music... if you don't like authentic, powerful, phenomenal Italian music by a singer who is just as authentic, and a wonderful man(I've had the good fortune to briefly meet Patrizio, so this I know firsthand) then this album may not be for you. But if you happen to enjoy a good time and getting lost in superlative traditional Italian music and a voice fully capable of bewitchery, then you may want to get your hands on this album any way you can, and sink into the pure joy, romance, and conviviality that is "The Italian"...I sincerely don't know what I would listen to 75% of the time without this album. You will be seeing much more of Mr. Buanne.

PS - You can go to www.patriziobuanne.com to listen to samples of Signore Buanne's music, and learn more about him and his music - it's a great site.

Can't wait to see him in a live performance at New Jersey's State Theater in New Brunswick, NJ on Wed., July 26th. A fabulous voice. Sends me back to Naples every time. Ciao! Valeria

Impressive Debut CD. I play this all the time at work and everyone wants go to Italy, and know who is singing. This music is as beautiful and relaxed as Dean Martin's classic versions. The newer songs are just as fun. Enjoy this CD and Ciao.

I saw this guy in Sacramento on April 6. What a desparately needed talent in our everyday world of chaos. His voice is like velvet and the music is beautiful. This Italian boy is Bravisimo!!! I can't wait to see him again. He takes me to Italy everytime I listen. I am in love again...

I found this through the Amazon recommendation and really like it. While his voice is not as powerful as his influences, it is clean and clear. His choice of songs (only 11 tracks on the version I got) is good, some familiar, some new. I especially like Parla Piu Piano (Godfather theme) L'italiano (great arrangement) and Home To Mamma (great new lyrics). If you are looking for light-hearted Italian-American music, this is a good one.

I listened to parts of the first three cuts and then stopped. Now I'm looking for someone else to give it to.

I bought this because I got a recommendation from Amazon telling me that "people who bought Bocelli also bought this"... suffice it to say that this is nothing like anything Bocelli ever did or ever will do. It's more like a cheesy Engelbert Humperdick pizza songs collection. Yes, I know that Engelbert also has a following, but I just don't happen to be a member of that club.

Look... Patrizio may well have his following too and that's terrific for him and for them, but this just wasn't at all what I exepcted and I don't think I will ever again give any of his music a second look. Good luck to Patrizio - I just don't happen to like his music and I won't be going back there.