I have a little problem with this edition of Fantastic Foursome. I usually try to include a video of the definitive version of a song, then offer four different renditions that you can listen to and vote on. The only problem with today's song -- "I Concentrate On You" -- is that I'm not sure … Continue reading Fantastic Foursome – Concentration Is The Key
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Fantastic Foursome – A Very Friendly Song
We're way overdue for a new edition of Fantastic Foursome, the special feature that presents four different takes on a song (plus a video of the definitive version) and lets you decide which you like best. Of course, voting in the poll is completely voluntary but it's quick, easy, and anonymous.Most of us will remember … Continue reading Fantastic Foursome – A Very Friendly Song
Fantastic Foursome – Shining In New England
Today's Fantastic Foursome song has several unusual qualities. For example, it's one of very few songs with lyrics that don't rhyme -- but each verse is a haiku. (Or so they say -- I'm no expert on the Japanese poetic form.) The lyrics also mention sycamore trees and meadowlarks, neither of which are commonly found … Continue reading Fantastic Foursome – Shining In New England
Fantastic Foursome – A Song Made Famous In A Classic Movie
It's been almost two months since our last Fantastic Foursome, so for newer visitors I'll explain that it's a special feature that presents four different versions of a familiar song (actually five if you count the video) and then offers you the chance to vote for your favorite. Of course, voting is optional but it's … Continue reading Fantastic Foursome – A Song Made Famous In A Classic Movie
Fantastic Foursome – A Memorable Movie Melody
For our first Fantastic Foursome in more than a month we're featuring a memorable song from a mostly forgettable movie, The Sandpiper, a 1965 tearjerker that starred Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor -- one of eleven they made together. But even if the movie wasn't one for the ages, "The Shadow Of Your Smile" not … Continue reading Fantastic Foursome – A Memorable Movie Melody
And Here We Go Again
It might be hard to believe, but it's been almost a month since our last Fantastic Foursome. (For those who are new to the GMC, that's the completely silly name I've given to a post that features four different versions of a song and then asks for your vote.) This time around it's an old … Continue reading And Here We Go Again
A Johnny Mathis Request
This is something a little different from what we usually do here, but I don't know why it wouldn't work. One of our regulars, May Higgins, has been looking for a particular Johnny Mathis song. It's one that he apparently performed at his 50th anniversary celebration, and May bought the CD but the song wasn't … Continue reading A Johnny Mathis Request
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