Soul Rendezvous

Soul Rendezvous

ASIN: B00008S2T2

Editorial Reviews
Rob Pratt, Metro Santa Cruz, Nov. 2001
His (Steve Czarnecki) just released latest (Soul Rendezvous) sets the gold standard in Santa Cruz jazz.

Product Description
Hammond Organ Jazz. Original Compositions and well known standards. Graet groove and great vocals.

Soul Rendezvous

Tracks:

Medley: Overture/Gershwin Medley
I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise
Who Cares
Funny Face
Medley: Love Walked In/Love Is Sweeping The Country
Swanee
Porgy & Bess Medley
Lady Be Good

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In this decade of twin musical obsessions--for fond revisits to classic American composers and for all things '80s--it's a wonder Patti Austin hasn't stolen the show with a Great American Songbook set sooner. Her '80s duets--"How Do You Keep the Music Playing" and "Baby Come to Me" among them--remain indelible, and she's already proved she's a worthy interpreter with 2002's justly praised For Ella. Plus, her voice on Avant Gershwin, rich and to the rafters, suggests she's been ready to give this material a spin for decades. From the first moments of "I Got Rhythm," part of the opening "Overture/Gershwin Medley," Austin swings through these songs with the ease and exuberance of a born showman; you can practically see her onstage in a slinky evening gown, arms outstretched, head back, eyes squeezed shut, surges of electric sound all around her. Her "Porgy & Bess Medley" benefits from a manufactured breeziness that suits "A Woman Is a Sometime Thing" and "Summertime" especially well, and her "Swanee" saunters closer to modern sensibilities by replacing the "mammy" of the original with a simple "momma." In addition to Austin's energy, the spirit of jazz gives these numbers juice. The WDR Big Band, which Austin has worked with previously, comes at a tune with a blend of boisterousness and sophistication, and Austin has a way of melting right in. She convincingly makes a case that she may have been born a bit late, but she was made to sing these songs. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Sorely Disappointed!.......2007-06-27

I think Patti Austin is one of the great talents of our time. However, this offering is terribly disappointing. For me, Gershwin is an icon, and I have heard Ms. Austin render Gershwin before (with Gregory Hines at the Hollywood Bowl). At that venue, she soared, and gave fresh meaning to the words and music of the Gershwins. At that time, I longed to have her do a complete album of Gershwin standards. Sometimes, what one wishes for can be a disaster. Such is the case with this album. The music is compromised by the overly "creative" jazz interpretations, and as a result, the lyrics are equally compromised. The Gershwins were genius. Why do some musicians believe they can "improve" upon that brilliance, simply because George and Ira are not here to challenge such sordid interpretations of their creations? Ms. Austin is lost in the shuffle, and her talent is rendered, for this listener, useless. Wouldn't it be nice if Austin has stayed with the script and done the Gershwins justice? This offering?...and injustice to Austin, George and Ira Gershwin, and to aficionados of the standards. Better luck next time, if there is one.

Could have been better........2007-06-16

Given that it's Patti Austin it's not unfair to expect a lot. Unfortunately, she misses the mark here. As expected there is nothing technically wrong with the album, it's just that the arrangements are lackluster, and the song pairings don't really work.

Incredible voice though.

Austin may have just found her niche!.......2007-06-10

A performer for over thirty years, Patti Austin has done it all: pop, R & B, a little gospel, standards, and even a highly sought after jingle singer. It wasn't until 2002's Grammy-worthy "For Ella" that it appeared that the singer was now getting recognition for her singular vocal style as she paid tribute on that album to one of jazz's greats, Ella Fitzgerald.

Now, five years later, Austin takes on the music of the Ira and George Gershwin, who along with Cole Porter and Irving Berlin, were possibly the greatest songwriters of all time, not just the twentieth century. Backed by a full band and recorded live last year in Germany, Austin lets it all out as she interprets songs that will stand the test of time long after the current chart-toppers have turned to dust.

Austin's vocal instrument is so flexible that she is able to be poignant yet sassy, seductive yet saintly, trashy yet classy, and provocative yet conservative.

She can do it all and really pours it on thick with the opening twelve-minute long "Gershwin Medley" and the equally impressive "Porgy and Bess Medley." Even the remaining songs are lustrous and provide a venue for one of the great songstresses of the last and this century.

Austin is just hitting her prime and, besides her singing, she has a new look, having shed some pounds and getting a makeover.

When one looks at the singer, glamorously decked out and coiffed on the back cover, one can only exclaim, "D**N! She looks just as good as she sounds."

Gershwin done right!.......2007-06-09

I've been a fan of Patti Austin's magnificent voice since the time she was doing great songs in the pop/R&B vein like "Baby Come to Me." Since she released the fantastic "For Ella" - and now this one - I am in love all over again.

Using the Gershwin songbook as a springboard, Patti and the amazing WDR Big Band/Orchestra (under Michael Abene's brilliant direction) compliment each other all the way. I loved the unique approach taken by both vocalist and arranger, and the live audience recording was right on the mark!

Patti, the music was amazing - and so were the photos!

She is a swinger!.......2007-06-03

I'm a great fan of Patti... I don't like very much swing and live but I had to buy her new album! I prefer the old albums, but I admit I've never heard Patti singing so good.

Average customer rating:

Craftsmanship at its Finest!
Fantastic blend
A musical masterpiece!
Superb!
Destined to become a classic

Body and Soul Sessions
Philippe Saisse Trio
Manufacturer: Rendezvous
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000EQHX9Q
Release Date: 2006-04-18

Tracks:

Do It Again
September
Lady Madonna
Harley Davidson
Lovely Day
Fire And Rain
Constant Rain (Chove Chuva)
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Comment Te Dire Adieu
Body And Soul
We're All Alone
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Customer Reviews:

Craftsmanship at its Finest!.......2007-03-19

I have hundreds of CDs, and dozens of cool jazz, but ONE favorite--"Body and Soul Sessions"! The craftsmanship these three players exhibit on this album is of the highest caliber, and if you listen to just three tracks, "Do It Again", "September", and "Lovely Day", you will find all of the inspiration you need for a day! Philippe's inspired playing of both acoustic AND Fender Rhodes pianos illustrates the reason he is a much sought after session player; David Finck's acoustic bass performances comprise a study in precision and artisanship, and almost excruciatingly perfect playing; Scoota Warner's flexibility, and his ability to adapt to wherever the others take the song, makes him a more than worthy complement to their musicality (my favorite phrase of the entire album is the final few measures of "September", where Philippe breaks into a Latin flavor, and Scoota switches from the rim of the snare drum to full snare; that sound adds so much to what the other two are playing that it is almost a percussionist's "triumph".

Please try this album; if you love cool jazz, you will find something you like!

Fantastic blend.......2007-01-05

This CD is a fantastic blend of Classic and Smooth Jazz. If you like Ramsey Lewis you'll love this CD.

A musical masterpiece!.......2006-08-25

A truly top class album topped-off by the first track "do it again" - for me one of the best smooth jazz tracks I have ever heard.

An absolute must for any contemporary jazz fans across the world

Superb!.......2006-05-31

This is a magnificent jazz CD, both artistically and technically. I have been a Philippe fan for about 5 years, with this being the third of his albums that I've purchased. I have always admired his eclectic blend of songs on each CD. This one is a bit more consistent, yet is remarkably fresh, with incredible phase shifts within some of the songs--a Philippe trademark in my opinion.

Don't let the "Trio" moniker fool you--the efforts on this CD skillfully punch out contemporary grooves, without betraying the trio instrumentation!! I was playing it in the car (by the way, sounds veerry nice on my Mark Levinson system), and I even caught my adolescent son bobbing his head and tapping his feet while listening to it.

I could rave on all day, but this CD is better experienced than discussed. You won't be disappointed!

Destined to become a classic.......2006-04-25

I first heard Do It Again as I was driving in Orange Co., California. It was played by on-air personality Dave Koz. I couldn't believe what I was hearing. IMHO this track is destined to be a jazz classic. This was the best jazz track I have heard in a LONG time. The PS Trio plays with a joyful exuberance that we haven't heard since the late great Vince Guaraldi. These guys sound as if they are having a blast playing - which of course they are. Every track is a treat. Sharp, clean, and precise on each of the 12 songs. If you appeciate great jazz played by extremely talented musicians then this CD is for you.

Average customer rating:

True Jonathan
"Jonathan" CD
This is great music
You Gotta Be Kiddin' Me! Can you get any better than this!!!
Jonathan Butler does it again!!!!!

Jonathan
Jonathan Butler
Manufacturer: Rendezvous
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2005-05-17

Tracks:

Rio
Mandela Bay
10 Degrees South
Randy's Song
Fire and Rain
Precious Things
Sweet Island Love
Baby Love
For A Friend
Spirit of our Nation
Move Me

Customer Reviews:

True Jonathan.......2007-03-06

Love it, Love it, Love it. Great price. Great music. True artist.

"Jonathan" CD.......2007-01-20

This CD is filled with beautiful music. Mandela Bay is my favorite. It is festive and has a sweet beat. Rio is relaxing and jazzy. Sweet Island Love is sweet. You will not be disappointed!

This is great music.......2007-01-16

I previewed this CD here and heard Mandela Bay on myspace. I was smitten. This is a great CD! I liked all the cuts. Truly a feel good Butler production.

You Gotta Be Kiddin' Me! Can you get any better than this!!!.......2006-10-12

Boy, this man is blessed and uses his gifts magnificently. He uses creative expression as it should be, to inspire others to freely explore their own. Many Blessings

Jonathan Butler does it again!!!!!.......2006-08-21

Jonathan Butler never ceases to amaze me. This albulm is so fresh and full of life! The songs are as bright and cheerful as the CD cover itself. There is a perfect blend of vocal pieces with instrumentals where you never tire of either. This is a must buy!!

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What Kind of Love (Secret Rendezvous)
Club Nouveau
Manufacturer: Lightyear
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000DGKL
Release Date: 1998-10-20

Tracks:

What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Radio Mix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Radio Remix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Radio Remix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Club Remix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Instrumental) (Radio Mix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (T.V./Radio Mix)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Accapella)
What Kind Of Love (Secret Rendezvous) (Instrumental) (Remix)

Average customer rating:

Really Nice to Hear.

Rendezvous
Craig David
Manufacturer: Telstar TV
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005A119
Release Date: 2001-12-11

Tracks:

Rendezvous (Radio Edit)
Walking Away (Live In Amsterdam)
No More (Guru And Craig David)
Rendezvous (Blanksmith R And B Rerub)
Rendezvous (Sunship Vs Chunky Remix)

Album Description

Fourth single off the British r&b singer/songwriter's hit 2000 debut album, 'Born To Do It'. Tracks, 'Rendevous' (Radio Edit), 'Walking Away' (Live in Amsterdam), 'No More' (Guru & Craig David), 'Rendevous' (Blanksmith R&B Rerub & Sunship Vs. Chunky Remix Edit).

Customer Reviews:

Really Nice to Hear........2001-07-14

Nice mix in between pop, soft music and modern arregments. reminds me & sound like the greatest James Taylor. Really Nice to hear. A fun from Santiago, Chile

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Midnight Rendezvous
Ken Crutchfield
Manufacturer: Tomahawk Productions Inc.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000FII8TW
Release Date: 2006-05-01

Tracks:

Tonight We Love
Midnight Rendezvous
Dreams
I Like It
Waiting For Your Call
Last Night
The Sky Is Falling
Bounce
Dreams(Instrumental)
Lamentations

Product Description

Love is the greatest emotion known to mankind. As the saying goes, "It is better to have loved and lost, then to have never loved at all." Is that any consolation when one has experienced love, only to discover that love not being mutual? This experience can be a journey of love, pain, anger and finally peace within oneself.This CD is dedicated to that journey of whats human in us all.

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Soul Rendezvous
Steve Czarnecki Soul , and Jazz Quintet
Manufacturer: Piano Man Productions
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ASIN: B00008S2T2
Release Date: 2001-06-01

Tracks:

Soul Rendezvous
Day By Day
Secret Love
Sara's Dance
Summertime
When Swing Was King
Youngtown
Mike's Revenge
When Will I Know
Bye Bye Blackbird
Themeless

Album Description

Hammond Organ Jazz. Original Compositions and well known standards. Graet groove and great vocals.

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Rendezvous
Soul Tempo
Manufacturer: Music Avenue Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000CGYOFE
Release Date: 2005-11-22

Tracks:

Lover's Village Medley
I Can Love You
Deserted
You'll Never Be Alone
All The King's Horses
Friend
Let's Dance The Night Away
Medley - Breaking Down The Walls of Heartache/Disturbin' The Peace
Party Vibes
When We Are Made As One
Swearin' To God (ST's House Remix)

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Country Soul Brother
Jesse Dayton
Manufacturer: Sonic Rendezvous
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ASIN: B0006AZXFG
Release Date: 2007-01-08

Tracks:

Country Soul Brother
All Because of You
Ain't Grace Amazing
Just What I Needed
Daily Ritual
Jesus Pick Me Up
It Won't Always Be Like This
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Just to Get You Off My Mind
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One of Them Days
Talkin' Bobby Dale's Hard Luck Blues

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Rendezvous
Craig David
Manufacturer: Phantom Sound & Vision
ProductGroup: Music
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Release Date: 2001-03-12

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