925-901-Great Vocals
925. IF EVER I WOULD LEAVE YOU “Camelot” (1960)
Vocalist: Robert Goulet
Writer/Composer: Frederick Loewe / Alan Jay Lerner (1960)
Often considered the greatest Broadway Theater singer of the late 20th century, Robert possessed a major influence in leading roles as an actor / singer / and TV entertainer. Raised in Canada and the U.S., he had a resonant, powerful and astonishing baritone voice, instantly, as it was easily recognized, strong enough to sing without a microphone, (someone once said he could vocalize in a subway tunnel.) His handsome good looks, blue eyes and screen persona made him popular for over 50 years from the late 1950s on. He played the lead in Camelot, and this selection is his signature song, direct from the Broadway classic as Sir Lancelot…Awesome and Unrelenting!
Link from 1960’s Broadway’s, Camelot.
924. II WASN’T GOD WHO MADE HONKY TONK ANGELS (1952)
Vocalist: Kitty Wells
Writer/Composer: “Jay” D. Miller (1952)
923. USE ME (1972)
Vocalist: Bill Withers
Writer/Composer: Bill Withers (1972)
922. FOOLING YOURSELF (The Angry Young Man) (1978)
Vocalist: Styx (lead Tommy Shaw)
Writer/Composer: Tommy Shaw (1977)
921. I’LL BE (1998)
Vocalist: Edwin McCain
Writer/Composer: Edwin McCain (1998)
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919. HOW DO I LIVE (1997)
Vocalist: LeeAnn Rimes
Writer/Composer: Diane Warren
918. DOWNTOWN TRAIN (1989)
Vocalist: Rod Stewart
Writer/Composer: Tom Waits
917. DREAM LOVER (1959)
Vocalist: Bobby Darin
Writer/Composer: Bobby Darin / Roberto Cassotto
916. DON’T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME (1985)
Vocalist: Simple Minds (lead Jim Kerr)
Writer/Composer: Jim Kerr / Charlie Burchill / Mick MacNeil (1985)
915. CABARET “Cabaret” (1972)
Vocalist: Liza Minnelli
Writer/Composer: John Kander / Fred Ebb (1966)
With this number she proved she’s not just the daughter of Judy Garland—her dynamic vocal displayed here proves her performance could stand on its own. As Sally Bowles, Liza owns this showstopper, whether in the Broadway Musical or the motion picture. She takes this song allowing herself to be a lost soul during wartime, when entertainment was the only thing to get people’s mind off the chilling effects of WWII in Nazi Germany. Many thought living for today was the only answer when they might not be living tomorrow. Her song is performed as if she’s channeling her mother, and she takes it over the top…Sensationally Tantalizing!
Link - Performance from the 1972 film rather than the play in 1966.
914. LOVE IS A BATTLEFIELD (1983)
Vocalist: Pat Benatar
Writer/Composer: Holly Knight / Mike Chapman (1983)
913. THE MUMMER’S DANCE (1997)
Vocalist: Loreena McKinnett
Writer/Composer: Loreena Mckinnett (1997)
This Canadian Folk / New Age / World Music singer appears with her 4th entry on tour list with a magnificent Celtic sound. She has so much offer, and since the 1980s, she’s been at it four decades. Since the Middle Ages, Mummers disguise themselves, some going door to door during holidays. The band that accompanies her is absolutely amazing! This clever tune is infectiously rhythmic, if dance is what you want. Her soprano voice again captivates, it’s a thing of beauty, birdlike on the high notes…Just listen…Absolutely Mesmerizing!
Link # 1 Original track on video, multi-instrumentalists. Link # 2 Stellar live version, she plays accordion.
912. BIRDLAND (1979)
Vocalist: Manhattan Transfer
Writer/Composer: Jow Zawinul / Jon Hendricks (1977)
911. OLD DAN’S RECORDS (1972)
Vocalist: Gordon Lightfoot (Larry Good banjo)
Writer/Composer: Gordon Lightfoot (1972)
Canada’s premier Folk singer, songwriter and performer shines like a bright star in the Nothern Lights in this selection, his 4th entry on our list. This piece was not released for public acclaim—he was diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy, from his album of the same name. This upbeat tune is a rare treat, for most of his compositions were slower ballads or story songs, but this toe tapping number doesn’t disappoint—it’s perfect to end a concert with…And what about that banjo? His vocals are Remarkable, displaying Verve, Vibrato and Tremolo!…Wow!
Link # 1 Original studio recording in 1972. Link # 2 In concert in Chicago in 1979.
910. ANYONE WHO HAD A HEART (1963)
Vocalist: Dionne Warwick
Writer/Composer: Burt Bacharach / Hal David (1963)
909. BORN TO BE WILD “Easy Rider” (1968)
Vocalist: Steppenwolf (John Kaye lead / Goldy McJohn keyboards)
Writer/Composer: Mars Bonfire (1968)
This original Canadian American 5-piece Rock band featured the rough, well-traveled, gritty voice of John Kaye. 1968 through 1970 saw many changes in music, even the emergence of Heavy Metal, aided by the expression used in this song. Usually, people picture this song as a defining statement to the counter-culture movement in the late 60s. Just imagine two men on motorcycles, roaming America, with the song’s pulsating riffs and stellar keyboard work necessary to comprise a Rock classic. The movie set a precedent in independent filmmaking. “Get your motor runnin’ / Head out on the highway / Lookin’ for adventure / And whatever comes our way.” Rip-roaring and Electrifying!
Link from the 1969 movie Easy Rider.
908. FLASHDANCE / WHAT A FEELING! “Flashdance” (1983)
Vocalist: Irene Cara
Writer/Composer: Giorgio Moroder / Irene Cara / Keith Forsey (1993)
When the music starts, you know you're going to hear something spectacular, American singer / actress Irene’s colossal global hit from the movie. She couldn’t go wrong with Giorgio Moroder’s stellar production and music of this now classic Pop / Dance / Disco number. One critic stated her voice “still possesses a buoyant energy all its own.” Her mezzo soprano vocals utilizes 2 octaves—she uses them to the full, and delivers with a dynamic, enthusiastic, heartfelt performance. With her Latino background, style. and looks, and her marvelous appealing vocals, she captivated her fans as one of the stars of the 1980s…What a feeling!…Lofty and Awesome!
Link # 1 Official music video including clips fro the movie 1983 Link # 2 Live performance MD telethon 1983
907. BABY, I NEED YOUR LOVIN’ (1964)
Vocalist: The Four Tops (lead Levi Stubbs / w. the Adantas)
Writer/Composer: Brian Holland / Lamont Dozier / Eddie Holland (1964)
906. EVERYTHING I WANTED (2019)
Vocalist: Billie Eilish
Writer/Composer: Billie Eilish / Finneas Eilish (2019)
905. WHILE HE KNOWS WHO I AM (2012)
Vocalist: Kenny Chesney
Writer/Composer: Dave Berg / Tom Douglass / Georgia Middleman (2012)
904. RETURN TO POOH CORNER (1994)
Vocalist: Kenny Loggins / Featuring Amy Grant
Writer/Composer: Amy Grant (1994)
903. IN THE WEE SMALL HOURS (1954)
Vocalist: Frank Sinatra
Writer/Composer: David Mann / Bob Hilliard (1953)
902. MONDAY, MONDAY (!966)
Vocalist: The Mamas & the Papas
Writer/Composer: John Phillips (1966)
901. WALKING IN MEMPHIS (1991)
Vocalist: Marc Cohn (featuring Full Gospel Tabernacle Choir)
Writer/Composer: Mark Cohn
