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Reviews of Cast Recordings, Soundtracks from Musicals & Music

GirlfriendsReviews of music from performers from the stage, cast recordings, soundtracks from stage productions, albums etc...
London Musical Theatre Orchestra’s debut album GIRLFRIENDS
With such a talented cast, it’s difficult to single out stand-out performances. But the ones that stick in my mind are Bronté Barbé’s rendering of ‘The Chances Are’, a heartfelt number about the sitting and hoping that goes on when one’s partner is out to war, and Rob Houchen’s tenor voice is perfectly suited to the soaring melodies in this musical. It’s not often that a new recording of a musical with an orchestra as large as the LMTO is released these days. Rather longer than most cast recordings, coming in at just under two hours, this is set to be the go-to album for Girlfriends, a hearty and passionate listening experience.
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PIAF: The Legend featuring Mandy Meadows at Crazy Coqs

March 21, 2019 Last updated: May 8, 2019 6:59 pm By Peter Yates

Piaf The Legend Crazy Coqs 2018

Piaf: The Legend is not so much a tribute act - more an act of tribute. Mandy Meadows, who was raised on a sheep farm in New Zealand, had a wash, and arrived at the Brasserie Zedel’s wonderful Crazy Coqs cabaret space, is, as she herself confesses, nothing like Edith Piaf - “the Little Sparrow” - in stature, shape, deportment or lifestyle. But boy, can she sing. Backed by a strong five-piece band that boasts a magnificent accordion player, Meadows belts out the Piaf classics with verve, style, … [Read more...]

The Clockmaker’s Daughter Studio Cast Recording

February 14, 2019 Last updated: May 8, 2019 7:04 pm By Emily Gami

The Clockmaker's Daughter Album Cover

For theatregoers, cast albums essentially serve two separate purposes. For those who haven’t seen a show before they provide a taste of the show and may influence a decision about whether to visit; for those who have seen the show, a cast album provides the chance to relive the show and to enjoy the memories. So when listening to The Clockmaker’s Daughter I have explored it from both perspectives. Let us first think about the latter perspective - how does this cast recording work for people … [Read more...]

FOLLIES 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording | Review

January 21, 2019 Last updated: May 8, 2019 11:52 pm By Chris Omaweng

FOLLIES – 2018 National Theatre Cast Recording

For those who have been fortunate enough to have seen this production, no expense has been spared, or so it would seem - and the same appears to go for the album. As Follies prepares to return to the National Theatre, there’s been much hype over the release of the cast recording. At the time of writing, it is available in digital format, and the physical compact disc (for those who still use them, including yours truly) will be released in due course. These are Stephen Sondheim tunes (as you … [Read more...]

The Simon & Garfunkel Story at the Vaudeville Theatre

November 13, 2018 Last updated: October 7, 2019 8:47 pm By Terry Eastham

Charles Blyth as Art Garfunkel and Sam OHanlon as Paul Simon.

There aren’t that many bands whose musical output and fame spans some 6 decades. But an American duo, who originally performed in 1956, under the name ‘Tom & Jerry’ and are still today one of the most recognisable groups ever. Their music is, for many people, the soundtrack to their lives and their songs are as well-known today as they were when they were originally released all those years ago. The duo is, of course, Simon & Garfunkel and I managed to catch The Simon & Garfunkel … [Read more...]

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Liza Pulman Sings Streisand at The Other Palace | Review

October 16, 2018 Last updated: May 8, 2019 11:52 pm By Chris Omaweng

Liza Pullman sings Streisand

It’s a bit of a giveaway, really, calling a show Liza Pulman Sings Streisand – lo and behold, Liza “lie-sah not lee-sah” Pulman does sing Streisand, and quite a lot of it, though as she points out, there’s no point even attempting to go through the entire back catalogue – there’s simply volumes and volumes of Barbra Streisand’s recordings over half a century. And she’s still going: a new album, not discussed in this show, is to be released soon, called ‘Walls’, which will include a mashup of … [Read more...]

Quentin Dentin releases debut album: The Quentin Dentin Show

September 14, 2018 Last updated: April 9, 2021 7:54 pm By Terry Eastham

The Quentin Dentin Show Album Cover

Following on from his sensational runs in London and the Edinburgh Fringe, Quentin Dentin, the star of his very own musical show The Quentin Dentin Show, has stepped off the stage and has released his long-awaited debut album. The album has music and lyrics by Henry Carpenter and is produced by Paul Garred, co-founder and original drummer of The Kooks. I’m not sure really how to go about reviewing this album. It definitely wasn’t what I expected from someone whose songs have been described … [Read more...]

Joe Stilgoe Band at Ronnie Scott’s | Review

July 30, 2018 Last updated: May 8, 2019 11:53 pm By John OBrien

Joe stilgoe

As good as it gets. That’s my feeling after being privileged to watch Joe Stilgoe the best singer-pianist in the world at indubitably the best jazz club in the world: Ronnie Scott’s. As soon as he walked onto the bandstand at Ronnie’s at 8.15 last night one knew one was in the presence of a true entertainer. Joe Stilgoe oozes charisma, sex appeal and showbiz glamour. His love of performance was so overwhelming that he effortlessly energized and mesmerised the audience. He is infectious, he … [Read more...]

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