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Seduction: Sinatra Sings Of Love

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I'll admit that when I first heard about "Seduction," my reaction was decidedly ho-hum. I already had all of these songs, and the lone new track was merely an alternate recording of a well known Sinatra classic whose originally released version was already perfect as is.

However, when I finally was given the opportunity to buy "Seduction" today, I couldn't help but be seduced.

For starters, "Seduction" digs deeper into Frank's back catalogue than any other compilation in recent memory. Of all the hundreds of Sinatra "love song" compilations released over the years, this one is by far the best, not least of all because it digs deeper into his catalogue than any other compilation to date. Not one of the tracks here was a major single, nor are they anywhere near as famous "New York, New York," "My Way," or the song that seemed like a mandatory inclusion on all previous "love song" comps, "Strangers In The Night."

The songs chosen perfectly reflect the theme presented in the album's title, as these are some Frank's most sensual and evocative performances. "Prisoner Of Love," which begins the cd, is one of his powerful performances, whose virtues are extolled beautifully in the spotlight review by my mutual Sinatra aficionado, Mark Blackburn of Canada, so much that it would be pointless (not to mention extremely difficult) to add anything else to say about it.

Elsewhere, we get Frank's deep throated, smooth as silk rendering of "It Had To Be You" (to think had to wait 40 years to officially record this timeless standard, and yet he still created the definitive rendition), the sexy "Teach Me Tonight" from 1984's "L.A. Is My Lady," the luscious "That's All," and many other lesser known gems that will give the casual fans a deeper insight into Sinatra's genius.

Five of Frank's most beloved classics from his Capitol years are presented in their lesser known Reprise recordings. "I've Got You Under My Skin" isn't as technically astonishing as Frank and Nelson Riddle's first attempt in 1956 (for the magnificent "Songs For Swingin' Lovers"), but this rerecording boasts a smoothness and charm of its own that holds up well against its more lauded predecessor. "Witchcraft" leaves the restrained 1957 recording in the dust. The tempo is much faster, and Frank's singing is swingier and sexier, making the song's suggestive lyrics ring with a lusty intensity lacking in the original. "All The Way" is given a deeper rendering of the lyrics by Frank, while Riddle's arrangement, while not as enveloping as the 1957 version, has a lush sound of its own that again lets it stand up well against the original. "Young At Heart" lacks the whimsy of the original, but his deeper, more introspective reading by an older (and wiser) Frank lets the listener look at the song in a different light. "How Little We Know," like "Witchcraft," is taken at a faster tempo that fits this song far better than the comparitively lighter 1956 take.

Most notable is that several of these songs have not been made available on cd for over 10 years, such as the little heard 1983 masterpiece "All The Way Home," a tender ballad that is one of Frank's best post-retirement recordings, sung with a burnished, toasty sentiment that brings a tear to the eye of any listener.

And as for the new recording of "My Funny Valentine," it is even better than the original released take from 1953's "Songs For Young Lovers." It dates to 1965, judging by the rich, resonant tone of Frank's voice, similar to many great recordings from that era ("Everybody Has The Right To Be Wrong," "Available"). The tempo is slower, and his phrasing slower and sexier, not dissimilar to the style in which a beautiful woman slips in and out of a pair of sexy lingerie.

The sound quality is excellent, as the songs are given the same sharpness and resonance as "Nothing But The Best." The packaging is also noteworthy, and the liner notes, featuring a disarmingly interesting essay by Bill Zehme entitled "The Man With The Golden Charm," are the best ever written for a Sinatra compilation.

"Seduction" is an excellent compilation, perfect for Valentine's Day as well as for Sinatra fans.

My words are aimed at young people . . . of a particular sort: You have eclectic tastes. You enjoy some classical music, a little jazz by singer/musicians, such as Diana Krall. Women singers especially, have refined your musical tastes in recent years . . .

You may have read (or heard about) last week's `Op-Ed' column in the New York Times, by "Bono" - an astute, rollicking ode to the genius of Frank Sinatra, from the perspective of an aging, Irish rocker.

If you are asked to "name a Sinatra song," you think first, of him singing that familiar tune, to a million celebrants clotting Times Square at midnight, when The Ball comes down . . .

"If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere! It's up to you, New York, New York!"

But . . . you don't own ANY Sinatra albums (yet). And, why should you buy a compilation like this one? Why not one of his "theme" albums? (like "WEE SMALL HOURS" -- highest-ranked by musical historians, and personal favorite of his first-born, Nancy. Right, they sang "Somethin' Stupid" together!)

Well, I say . . . Go for the compilation! And if you buy only one, make it this one. Pour yourself a drink, kick back and . . . prepare to be `seduced' by these remarkable songs! (22 on the single CD version; 32 on the Deluxe Edition).

A collection this thoughtfully-assembled (by the folks at RHINO) `flows' in a way that actually resembles one of Sinatra's late-in-life `live' shows. And, at a time when MP3-downloads may eclipse CD sales . . . this may prove to be the ultimate collection, winning new sub-generations of Sinatra fans.

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Author Bill Zehme, who wrote the liner notes for this "SEDUCTION" CD, years ago quoted actress Angie Dickinson's two-word summing up of Sinatra's primary instrument of seduction -- "Incredible focus."

The two dated, "off-and-on for ten years, before-and-after they made OCEANS ELEVEN together. Recalling those famous blue `lasers' of his, Ms Dickinson enthused: "You feel swept in . . . he doesn't unnerve you by doing it (but) it's like a drug, swirling around you. He has a magical way, you feel very, very comfortable. And he doesn't ignore you when he's in the company of others. He stays `connected' to you, without coddling.'

(Recalling words Sinatra shared about the Art of Singing: an audience is rather like a woman; "if she senses indifference . . . Endsville!")

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Concerning the remarkable arrangements: The lion's share (12) were penned by America's greatest-ever orchestrator, Nelson Riddle; six were arranged by the late Don Costa (Nikka's Dad); three each, from Billy May and Neal Hefti (who died 2008); Quincy Jones wrote two; six other musicians (11 arrangers in all) get credit for one apiece. Those last include the "dean" of living arrangers Johnny Mandel plus Polish-born American, Claus Ogerman (both of whom have arranged recently for Diana Krall).

Every Sinatra compilation (I say) should include at least one song from Frank's historic album with Brazilian musical giant Antonio Carlos Jobim arranged by Claus Ogerman.

[A personal aside: I've always thought of the late Mr. Jobim as "Brazil's Cole Porter." Thus my delight to find the one track here from that great album is Porter's "I Concentrate on You." Recorded in 1967 (a "very good year" for the Sinatra family) Frank emerged from a nighttime session with Jobim to record one of his few million-selling singles -- "Somethin' Stupid" -- with daughter Nancy (a song you will find on most every other Sinatra REPRISE compilation . . . but not on this one.]

Among rarities you'll only find here is a previously unreleased "alternate version" of "My Funny Valentine" - this one from a `live' show that truly ranks among Sinatra's greatest vocal performances. Talk about breath control! The singer sustains with deceptive ease, consecutive phrases "Stay! Pretty Valentine, stay . . . each day is Valentine's Day" -- 15 seconds of Sinatra's `bel canto' virtuosity. (Just try singing along! The old Master will show you up, every time -- you breathless pipsqueak!)

A salute to producer Charles Pignone for making "Prisoner of Love" track Number 1. Sinatra's seductive ways with the Ladies were legendary. Here, however he goes straight to the hearts of all males `consensually enslaved' by beauty. (Hard to believe such words were first sung in prim & proper 1931!)

"For one command I stand and wait now
From One who's master of my fate now . . .
She's in my dreams, awake or sleeping
Upon my knees to her I'm creeping,
My very life is in her keeping . . .
I'm just a prisoner of love."

The ache in Frank's voice! Seems he's `been there, done that.' And listen closely, if you will, to the perfectly-mated arrangement by Don Costa (from their 1961 "Sinatra & Strings" album - one of the first Sinatra CDs you should purchase).

Concerning which obsession, the writer of the pleasurable liner notes, author Bill Zehme, wrote:

"He had a weakness for poise: Elusive Women vexed him . . . drew him in, with their flight, and their casual indifference. Once, at a party at Humphrey Bogart's house, he complained to Lauren Bacall "after following one such specimen around without success: `She's ignoring me!'

To which the rueful Bacall said, `Yeah, she's ignoring you right into the sack.' (Her prophesy was realized!)."

Favorite surprises among these many gems, if I may single out a couple, or three (which I'd not heard until recently on SiriuslySinatra satellite radio - they're not among my 60 Sinatra CDs).

The one song which could have fit, seamlessly, into my all-time favorite "CONCERT SINATRA" album (recorded the same year, 1963) is `Track 9' here: A ravishingly beautiful orchestration by Nelson Riddle, from Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC -- "Some Enchanted Evening." In a word . . . wow! Wonder what the song's composers (my favorites) thought of that one?

Other delightful rarities: "STAY WITH ME" and "ALL THE WAY HOME" . . . the latter, features a gorgeous late-in-life (1983) orchestration by the late Joe Parnello, sometimes band-leader/pianist for Sinatra. [I can imagine Frank listening to the playback of this one, and telling Joe (as he did once to sax giant Johnny Hodges after his solo on "Indian Summer") "My God, that's beautiful!"]

A friend at the Sinatra family website points out the similarities in the Parnello arrangement's opening bars, to `Edelweiss' (from THE SOUND OF MUSIC) - just a hint, suggesting "that Joe Parnello was paying homage to Richard Rodgers."

[Rodgers perhaps inadvertently, once paid similar homage to Nelson Riddle's great `counter-melodies -- borrowing, as his five opening notes of "The Sound of Music," the same sequence of notes you'll hear on the closing orchestral flourish of Riddle's great arrangement (4 years earlier) of Sinatra's "TIME AFTER TIME."]

Such subtleties await your detection throughout this marvelous collection of `prime Sinatra.' Look -- if you really appreciate great music -- and need to banish those little town (mid-winter) blues -- do yourself a favor and pick this one up. And why not treat yourself to the "Deluxe Edition" with 10 extra tracks, including some exceptional beauties!

Mark Blackburn
Winnipeg Manitoba Canada

Preamble: I've recently become a huge fan of MP3 downloads. Honestly, I've become disenchanted with the so-called "greatest hits" collections by various artists that contain ten to fifteen songs of which you've never heard of half of them. You end up with the songs you wanted, but you also have a load of music you'll honestly skip over when you're listening. Downloading singles for $.79 to $.99 is the only way to go.

That's all true unless you're buying something like this CD, Seduction: Sinatra Sings of Love. What a great compilation of hit standards from a simpler time. If you buy the deluxe edition you get a collection of 32 songs that include such mega hits as: Witchcraft; I Get a Kick Out of You; The Second Time Around and others. I don't believe I didn't recognize a single song.

This is a marvelous collection of music that spans several decades. Sinatra was a force of nature the likes of which I doubt we'll see again. It is a cliché but honestly, they broke the mold after he came through.

My words are aimed at young people . . . of a particular sort: You have eclectic tastes. You enjoy some classical music, a little jazz by singer/musicians, such as Diana Krall. Women singers especially, have refined your musical tastes in recent years . . .

You may have read (or heard about) last week's `Op-Ed' column in the New York Times, by "Bono" - an astute, rollicking ode to the genius of Frank Sinatra, from the perspective of an aging, Irish rocker.

If you are asked to "name a Sinatra song," you think first, of him singing that familiar tune, to a million celebrants clotting Times Square at midnight, when The Ball comes down . . .

"If I can make it there, I'll make it anywhere! It's up to you, New York, New York!"

But . . . you don't own ANY Sinatra albums (yet). And, why should you buy a compilation like this one? Why not one of his "theme" albums? (like "WEE SMALL HOURS" -- highest-ranked by musical historians, and personal favorite of his first-born, Nancy. Right, they sang "Somethin' Stupid" together!)

Well, I say . . . Go for the compilation! And if you buy only one, make it this one. Pour yourself a drink, kick back and . . . prepare to be `seduced' by these remarkable songs! (22 on the single CD version; 32 on the Deluxe Edition).

A collection this thoughtfully-assembled (by the folks at RHINO) `flows' in a way that actually resembles one of Sinatra's late-in-life `live' shows. And, at a time when MP3-downloads may eclipse CD sales . . . this may prove to be the ultimate collection, winning new sub-generations of Sinatra fans.

-----

Author Bill Zehme, who wrote the liner notes for this "SEDUCTION" CD, years ago quoted actress Angie Dickinson's two-word summing up of Sinatra's primary instrument of seduction -- "Incredible focus."

The two dated, "off-and-on for ten years, before-and-after they made OCEANS ELEVEN together. Recalling those famous blue `lasers' of his, Ms Dickinson enthused: "You feel swept in . . . he doesn't unnerve you by doing it (but) it's like a drug, swirling around you. He has a magical way, you feel very, very comfortable. And he doesn't ignore you when he's in the company of others. He stays `connected' to you, without coddling.'

(Recalling words Sinatra shared about the Art of Singing: an audience is rather like a woman; "if she senses indifference . . . Endsville!")

----

Concerning the remarkable arrangements: The lion's share (12) were penned by America's greatest-ever orchestrator, Nelson Riddle; six were arranged by the late Don Costa (Nikka's Dad); three each, from Billy May and Neal Hefti (who died 2008); Quincy Jones wrote two; six other musicians (11 arrangers in all) get credit for one apiece. Those last include the "dean" of living arrangers Johnny Mandel plus Polish-born American, Claus Ogerman (both of whom have arranged recently for Diana Krall).

Every Sinatra compilation (I say) should include at least one song from Frank's historic album with Brazilian musical giant Antonio Carlos Jobim arranged by Claus Ogerman.

[A personal aside: I've always thought of the late Mr. Jobim as "Brazil's Cole Porter." Thus my delight to find the one track here from that great album is Porter's "I Concentrate on You." Recorded in 1967 (a "very good year" for the Sinatra family) Frank emerged from a nighttime session with Jobim to record one of his few million-selling singles -- "Somethin' Stupid" -- with daughter Nancy (a song you will find on most every other Sinatra REPRISE compilation . . . but not on this one.]

Among rarities you'll only find here is a previously unreleased "alternate version" of "My Funny Valentine" - this one from a `live' show that truly ranks among Sinatra's greatest vocal performances. Talk about breath control! The singer sustains with deceptive ease, consecutive phrases "Stay! Pretty Valentine, stay . . . each day is Valentine's Day" -- 15 seconds of Sinatra's `bel canto' virtuosity. (Just try singing along! The old Master will show you up, every time -- you breathless pipsqueak!)

A salute to producer Charles Pignone for making "Prisoner of Love" track Number 1. Sinatra's seductive ways with the Ladies were legendary. Here, however he goes straight to the hearts of all males `consensually enslaved' by beauty. (Hard to believe such words were first sung in prim & proper 1931!)

"For one command I stand and wait now
From One who's master of my fate now . . .
She's in my dreams, awake or sleeping
Upon my knees to her I'm creeping,
My very life is in her keeping . . .
I'm just a prisoner of love."

The ache in Frank's voice! Seems he's `been there, done that.' And listen closely, if you will, to the perfectly-mated arrangement by Don Costa (from their 1961 "Sinatra & Strings" album - one of the first Sinatra CDs you should purchase).

Concerning which obsession, the writer of the pleasurable liner notes, author Bill Zehme, wrote:

"He had a weakness for poise: Elusive Women vexed him . . . drew him in, with their flight, and their casual indifference. Once, at a party at Humphrey Bogart's house, he complained to Lauren Bacall "after following one such specimen around without success: `She's ignoring me!'

To which the rueful Bacall said, `Yeah, she's ignoring you right into the sack.' (Her prophesy was realized!)."

Favorite surprises among these many gems, if I may single out a couple, or three (which I'd not heard until recently on SiriuslySinatra satellite radio - they're not among my 60 Sinatra CDs).

The one song which could have fit, seamlessly, into my all-time favorite "CONCERT SINATRA" album (recorded the same year, 1963) is `Track 9' here: A ravishingly beautiful orchestration by Nelson Riddle, from Rodgers & Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC -- "Some Enchanted Evening." In a word . . . wow! Wonder what the song's composers (my favorites) thought of that one?

Other delightful rarities: "STAY WITH ME" and "ALL THE WAY HOME" . . . the latter, features a gorgeous late-in-life (1983) orchestration by the late Joe Parnello, sometimes band-leader/pianist for Sinatra. [I can imagine Frank listening to the playback of this one, and telling Joe (as he did once to sax giant Johnny Hodges after his solo on "Indian Summer") "My God, that's beautiful!"]

A friend at SinatraFamily.com. points out the similarities in the Parnello arrangement's opening bars, to `Edelweiss' (from THE SOUND OF MUSIC) - just a hint, suggesting "that Joe Parnello was paying homage to Richard Rodgers."

[Rodgers perhaps inadvertently, once paid similar homage to Nelson Riddle's great `counter-melodies -- borrowing, as his five opening notes of "The Sound of Music," the same sequence of notes you'll hear on the closing orchestral flourish of Riddle's great arrangement (4 years earlier) of Sinatra's "TIME AFTER TIME."]

Such subtleties await your detection throughout this marvelous collection of `prime Sinatra.' Look -- if you really appreciate great music -- and need to banish those little town (mid-winter) blues -- do yourself a favor and pick this one up. And why not treat yourself to the "Deluxe Edition" with 10 extra tracks, including some exceptional beauties!

Mark Blackburn
Winnipeg Manitoba Canada

This is a first class "follow-up" compilation to Nothing But The Best. As beautifully packaged as Nothing But The Best, if you buy the deluxe edition (digipack), which you really must. Seduction: Sinatra Sings Of Love is another labor of love.

Instead of the more familiar hits on Nothing But The Best, this new compilation largely concentrates on stylish, classy love songs, which are the perfect romantic setting for seducing that special someone. The first song Prisoner Of Love with its heart-tugging string arrangement...Phew! Sheer class, pure bliss! It's one of those delicate songs - like, say, Moonlight Serenade - that isn't catchy in the traditional sense, but Frank's performance and the tasteful arrangement just command your attention, it's that beautiful.

I've always loved Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing and having Frank's version of this standard on this particular collection is...well, let's just say that I am very pleased about it, since it never fails to give me goosebumps. Other songs worthy of mention - well, they all are, really, but other songs worthy of special mention are: I Concentrate On You, How Little We Know, The Second Time Around, At Long Last Love, The Look Of Love, Secret Love, I Wish You Love - and Then Suddenly Love (sounds so good when towards the end Frank sings: "Ding, dong, ding, I'm a-hearin' those church bells ring"). Not forgetting the charming All The Way Home, which makes me think of the Bruce Johnston-penned Beach Boys ballad Disney Girls - not because they sound similar, but because the performances and the evocative lyrics of both songs (about summer days gone by, etc.) ooze irresistible, sentimental nostalgia.

Have a glass of wine - or like me, Jack Daniels - and let yourself be "seduced" by Sinatra singing of love.

Seduction: Sinatra Sings Of Love is the one CD version of this release--but wow, what great songs we certainly get! The sound quality is perfect and the artwork is very handsomely done. This is Sinatra at his best, crooning and delving deep into these ballads to deliver them flawlessly and reach your most innermost chords to make a memorable impression. Don't be surprised if you find yourself playing this one over and over again! You also get liner notes written by Bill Zehme.

The CD begins with "Prisoner Of Love;" this version gets a lush musical arrangement that makes great use of the strings and Frank's voice never sounded better. Frank's excellent diction also enhances his ability to make this a wonderful song. "I've Got You Under My Skin" sparkles when The Chairman Of The Board sings this with all his might; "I've Got You Under My Skin" is clearly a major highlight of this album. There's also a sublime rendition of "My Funny Valentine;" this ballad gets the royal treatment from this excellent performer and that's grand.

"All The Way" is another highlight of this excellent CD; Frank sings this to perfection--and beyond! "It Had To Be You" gets a very fine, smooth treatment and that musical arrangement fits in perfectly with Frank's vocals. What a number! I also really like "Some Enchanted Evening" from the musical South Pacific. "Some Enchanted Evening" would make Mario Lanza green with envy! Frank does this one up right. "I Get A Kick Out Of You" is another great tune that Frank aces; he bats this one straight out of the ballpark and the arrangement reveals fine and sophisticated forethought.

"At Long Last Love" shines like fold and silver when Frank Sinatra swings on this tune; Frank performs this with panache and the horns and percussion enhance "At Long Last Love" even more--not that Frank needed it; but it helps nonetheless. Listen also for "They Can't Take That Away From Me;" I really like this classic romantic ballad and when Frank sings this it never sounded so good!

"More" is a song I've always enjoyed since I first heard it all those years ago; and "Teach Me Tonight" is yet another highlight of this exceptional CD. "Teach Me Tonight" is a ballad often sung by Liza Minnelli; and she certainly would love Frank's version! Frank puts his own stamp on this tune with his incredible sense of timing and he uses his voice to convey all the wide range of emotions in the lyrics to this song. "All The Way Home" is a very sweet tune with a pretty melody; and the album ends strong with Frank Sinatra performing "That's All."

But that's all WON'T be what you get if you really like the songs on this album. If you like this CD, there are so many other Frank Sinatra CDs on this website that you've just got to check them out. You won't be disappointed. I recommend this album for Sinatra's fans if they don't have these tracks already in their collections; and people who like classic pop vocals will not be disappointed.

Already have a huge Sinatra collection but I picked this up because of the bang for the buck and the remastering. (Sorry Amazon but I bought it at Best Buy for about $15 and it comes with a second bonus disc with another 6 songs). Great previously unreleased version of My Funny Valentine, and this collection also has the great song All The Way Home that was previously only available in the "suitcase" box set. I have loved this song for years (thank you Sid Mark) and the fact that Frank had a cold when he recorded it only adds to the nostalgic tone of the song. I know he only recorded it once, but in this version they added a couple more vocal lines at the end. This cd is worth the price for this song alone.

"This was, and forever will be, the sublime exemplary power of Francis Albert Sinatra - unparalleled Seduction Artist, deity to all who aim to disarm, notoriously capable of locating female vulnerability with the pinpoint precision of a laser scope." ~ Bill Zehme ~

Let the Chairman of the Board with a beautiful set of blue eyes and an adorable one-of-a-kind-voice serenade you and seduce you with thirty-two, yes, thirty-two of his loveliest songs of all-time contained in this highly recommended Deluxe Edition of "Seduction: Sinatra Sings of Love."

This sublime compilation is a mix of the most popular Sinatra staples and lesser-known songs like "Then Suddenly Love," "This Happy Madness," "I Like To Lead When I Dance" and "Talk To Me Baby." These are the more obscure Sinatra songs that are seldom heard and recorded, but they are definitely welcome additions to this two-CD-set.

Disc One reveals a set of well-known and best-loved songs of all-time starting off with the opener, "Prisoner of Love" which sets the album's theme down to the last track, a very favorite of mine sung in the most heartfelt fashion, "That's All." Disc Two is a bonus disc that contains ten songs that are all pretty much remarkable in every way.

An ear-candy from this collection is a previously unreleased, alternate take of Rodgers and Hart gem of a song "My Funny Valentine." I enjoyed its novelty, but in my humble opinion, I loved the original recording in Songs for Young Lovers/Swing Easy more than this rendition. Other favorites include "Misty," "All The Way," "It Had To Be You," "I Had The Craziest Dream," "More" and "The Second Time Around."

Almost all of the finest Sinatra arrangers and orchestrators are represented here namely Nelson Riddle, Johnny Mandel, Claus Ogerman, Billy May, Quincy Jones, Eumir Deodato, Ernie Freeman, Joe Parnello and of course Neal Hefti who passed away last year and to whom this wonderful project is dedicated.

This is surely one of the most well-produced compilation CDs ever made with its excellent and winning material, its fourteen-page-CD-booklet which include an interesting four-page essay by Bill Zehme titled "The Man With The Golden Charm" and seven seldom-seen-photos of the Chairman--one of which is with Neal Hefti, and not to mention the over-all-packaging--a creative and beautifully made glossy three-fold CD case. And of course last but not least, that oh-so-attractive cover photo by Bob Willoughby who is the author of one of the most interesting Sinatra books, Sinatra: An Intimate Collection.

At the White House, Frank D. Roosevelt once commended the Chairman for his prowess saying..."You know, fainting, which was once so prevalent, has become a lost art among the ladies. I'm glad you have revived it."

As Bill Zehme reveals on his Liner Notes the secret of Sinatra's charisma was...

"Truly, though, it was the focus of his high-beam gaze that slew whoever fell into depth-of-field range."

If you are any part a romantic, this is a must have collection. Smooth, sweet, and at times a bit erotic. These songs have been happily stuck in my head since i got this one, and i cannot wait to get home each day to hug my wife close and dance her around for awhile.

And what timeless advice that the worst thing you can do in front of a lady... yawn.

At present count, I see no less than a choice of "FIVE" of the new "SEDUCTION" CD's...
1. SEDUCTION
2. SEDUCTION DELUX 2 CD EDITION
3. SEDUCTION ULTIMATE 3 CD EDITION
4. SEDUCTION CD LOIMITED EDITION INCLUDES BONUS DVD
5. SEDUCTION DELUX EDITION WITH ALTERNATE BONUS CD
Looking over the songs it appears the 3 CD set would be the way to go, however if you're like me A DVD of previous unreleased performaces of Frank sounds too good to be true. So the more I think about it I really want that DVD, but that just comes with the standard 22 songs which they give you on any of the "Sinatra Seductions CD's".
Come on, this isn't right, shouldn't we be able to get it all ?
So Frankie gets 5 stars, for sounding so grand!
But it looks like I'm going to have to buy the DVD/CD combo, and just get the missing songs on a download. I would gladly have paid the price to get them all, THE ULITMATE 3 CD EDITION & THE BONUS DVD, had that package been available...
So only 1 star for the packaging, with "5 different CD's" all with the same name on them. It makes the new "Seduction" CD to confusing to buy. But of course we will buy one, but which one ? Ace