Customer Reviews

In the Name of Love

5 star:		(6)
4 star:		(0)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

Like many of the Telarc Jazz releases I am familiar with, this outstanding recording will please the casual easy listener just as much as the vocal jazz sophisticate. Freddy Cole's smooth and loving approach of this material is apparent throughout, and the musicians back him with such warmth and respect that each song is a complete gem. To describe just a few of them - "Habor Lights" swings gently and romantically, effortlessly creating a vivid mental picture of swaying palms, soft breezes, and simpatico companionship. "Just To See Her" is a worthy remake of the song Smoky Robinson opened his 1987 One Heartbeat album with, and the absolute reverence that Freddie brings to Van Morrison's "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" flat puts Rod Stewart's version in the back seat. "Lady Love" swings with such mellowness and pure satisfaction that it puts a new and different luster to this Lou Rawls classic, and one of the most moving heartbreak songs of all time, "I Can't Make You Love Me", is longingly presented through the kind of eyes and feelings that only maturity can bring. I could go on and brag on every song this recording includes, but I shrink from stealing the joy of discovery from anyone who has not experienced Freddie Cole. If you enjoy very mellow smooth jazz vocals - the kind of music that subtly enhances the reflective or romantic moment, you'll undoubtedly enjoy this release.

Mr. Cole has done it again...take a song that has been sung a thousand times and turn it into something new again. If you are looking for another CD with beautiful arrangements and the smooth voice of Freddy, look no further. "I'm not Alone" has always been one of my favorites and a wonderful tribute to Mr. Lins. In 'Save a little Time for Me', written by Mr. Cole's son Lionel, the accompanying sax is outstanding. You will just want to sit down and relax with this CD; a wonderful CD to add to any Cole collection.

We love this CD, it flows beautifully. It's masterfully done. Also the women singers are wonderful accompanying Mr. Cole. We had the pleasure of seeing him sing live at Jazz Alley a few years ago and really loved the show. This CD is really fine, we recommend it bigtime!

This Cd is one of the most romantic Cd's I have ever heard in my life. It makes you want to be with that special person sitting in a candlelit room with a great glass of wine enjoying the incredibly warm soothing tones of Freddy Cole. The material is great and Jane Monheits duet on Ivan Lins' song Remember Me is an instant classic. In the stressful world we live in Freddy is like a true breath of fresh air.I won't be taking this Cd out of my Cd for a while.

" IN THE NAME OF LOVE " was the first cd that I purchased by Freddy Cole. This cd is fine just like wine. It goes down smooth and easy. If you enjoy great jazz vocals from a talented vocalist, then this is a "must have" cd.

Freddy Cole is highly underrated...I can't think of anyone who "sells" a song better these days. This album is wonderful, especially "I'm Not Alone."