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Lullaby of Broadway

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Lullaby Of Broadway is a fine CD of song performed by Dick Powell during his best years in Hollywood in the 1930s. We get songs from several different films including Footlight Parade and The Gold Diggers movie series. The quality of the sound is rather good--for Dick's voice, that is; sometimes the background music sounds a bit tinny. However this is to be expected with recordings that are very old. The artwork is very nicely done.

The CD starts with Dick Powell performing "Lullaby Of Broadway;" Dick sings this as smooth as silk and his voice is truly a finely tuned instrument. The music that accompanies him fits in perfectly with his vocals; and the brass is used to great advantage. "We're In The Money (The Gold Diggers Song)" was a HUGE hit in its time; and this tune still remains instantly recognizable even today. Dick Powell sings this with grace and style; he even plays with the tempo just a bit to place his own stamp on this classic ballad. There's also "Shadow Waltz;" this charming love song features Dick Powell front and center--and that's OK with me! Dick's voice never sounded better; he was perfect for these musical numbers.

"Pettin' In The Park" is a cute little tune that Dick delivers with a lot of positive energy--good for him! "Pettin' In The Park" is a fun tune and I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do. "By A Waterfall" is easily my personal favorite on this album; it starts with a beautiful musical flourish and when Dick sings this I'm amazed at how well he handles this classic love song. It's excellent. Sublime!

"Lulu's Back In Town" features Dick singing another peppy number of how he's all excited that his one true love is back in town; this is a fun, catchy number. "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" also sparkles when Dick Powell sings it; "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" is a song that has been performed so many times although Dick's version is absolutely flawless. "Young And Healthy" is a soundtrack recording and Dick picks up the tempo to make "Young And Healthy" a strong, vibrant tune. There's also "I Only Have Eyes For You" which came as part of a movie "tribute" to the great Ruby Keeler; and the CD ends strong with Dick Powell performing "You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby." "You Must Have Been A Beautiful Baby" has Dick singing at his very best; and the music that goes with the song is perfect. Olivia de Havilland joins Dick for this final number; and listen for Ruby Keeler to add a few lines on "I Only Have Eyes For You."

Overall, this CD is perfect for Dick Powell fans and fans of early musicals will be charmed by this album as well. I highly recommend this CD for these people.

This is an excellent CD if you are looking for songs by Dick Powell. All songs are recorded from 1933-1938...most songs from over 70 years ago! Songs from many of Powell's classic musical films: Gold Diggers, Footlight Parade, Flirtation Walk, On the Avenue, etc. High quality sound...mono yes, but very clear. These songs are all so cleverly written and well done; cute, peppy, fun; they put a smile on your face and just make you feel happy. Wish we could hear songs such as these when in the stores/malls instead of the garbage music of today we are tortured with everywhere we turn. Includes the famous song (and my favorite) "We're in the Money", which some of you may remember, in the 80's was used in a Yellow Pages TV commercial with the changed words : "We're in the money, the yellow pages is where you should be". Of course this original is much better! Over 75 minutes of Dick Powell singing wonderful songs from the past; would make a wonderful gift for anyone who loves classic musicals from the 1930's or who just likes music from long ago. You won't be disappointed. I am so glad this old music is still available. By the way, my young children enjoy this CD very much too!

This album contains my favorite version of the song, "I've got my love to keep me warm." Powell is backed by a large thirties orchestra here and there is a bouncy, infectious beat to the arrangement that is delightful. Lots of great songs here. Powell had a carefree delivery and the songs and arrangements are classic. Lots of great stuff to upload to your ipod.

I purchased the CD for the song Shadow Waltz. I could find it no where else. It had been running through my mind for a week, so I decided to get the song out of my mind and in my collection. The rest of the selections just came with the cost.