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In the liner notes to The Greatest Songs of the Fifties, Barry Manilow reports his reaction to Clive Davis’s suggestion that he revisit bygone pop classics: “Why hasn’t anyone thought of this idea?” Maybe because Manilow himself was the destined singer to approach this project. His signature style -- rich in drama and effervescence, unembarrassed by overt emotion and sincere sentimentality -- is perfect for lush renditions of such 1950s hits as “It’s Not for Me to Say,” “Love Is a Many Splendored Thing,” "Young at Heart,” and “Venus.” Manilow, in exceptional vocal form, takes to these songs like old friends; not surprising, since he did grow up hearing them in his youth. Enhanced by production and arrangements that add just the right touch of period ambience, Manilow approaches the project with not the slightest touch of kitsch or condescension. Through him, and his talented co-producers (including Clive Davis) these songs regain their elegance and luster.
Condition: NEW Drilled Case
TRACK LISTING
1 Moments to Remember
2 It's All in the Game
3 Unchained Melody
4 Venus
5 It's Not for Me to Say
6 Love Is a Many Splendored Thing
7 Rags to Riches
8 Sincerely/Teach Me Tonight
9 Are You Lonesome Tonight?
10 Young at Heart
11 All I Have to do is Dream
12 What a Diff'rence a Day Made
13 Beyond the Sea
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