Frank Sinatra recorded this Bossa Nova album with the master, Carlos Jobim. Francis Albert Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim sees Sinatra performing originals by Jobim, plus three American standards. In celebration of this classic album's 50th anniversary, the tracks have been remastered and now appears on 180 gram heavyweight vinyl.
B**E
One of Sinatra's best albums issued on his then Reprise label.
An absolutely gorgeous album. Not a bad track. Sinatra sings with his normal immaculate phrasing but so softly. I have the original vinyl from when it was released in 1967 which has been played so many times. This new release has been remastered although I would say there is not a huge difference.It should be mentioned however that the expanded version as advertised is only applicable to CD and download so there is nothing extra on the vinyl. In common with most of Sinatra's original releases on the Reprise label the total playing time is very short in this case only about 25 minutes. The album has been re released by Universal Music and the additional material could easily have been added to the vinyl.
L**N
Three Great Musical Artists in Harmony
I bought this CD for sentimental reason having two great artists Carlos Jobim and Frank Sinatra complimenting one another in the classic Bossa Nova rhythm arranged and conducted by the famous Claus Ogerman. The CD album contains the ever popular "The Girl From Ipanema", "Meditation" and others written by Carlos Jobim. The orchestral backing is superb, but re-mastering could do with some slight tweaking on the tone contour control to suite our psychological listening requirement. Well something is better than having nothing!
M**.
An excellent remaster and pressing
I can only echo fellow reviewer Mr Bathie's comments. An excellent remaster and pressing, flat and quiet, clean and clear. Just like "September of My Years" (re-released Nov 2015), superior in my view to the earlier 2004 Warner/Reprise vinyl reissue. I can hear more. Lovely record.
S**M
but even so a great reminder of Sinatra & Jobim and how beautifully their ...
A lovely recording. I just wish it could have been longer, but even so a great reminder of Sinatra & Jobim and how beautifully their voices blended.
P**N
MEDITATION
It is a brilliant and special tribute to a great singers memory.......RIP .....Blue Eyes . My Beautiful and I saw him sing in Manchester in the 50's.They are now both gone......but the memory is rich.
C**S
Quality album
Bought for my dad and he is pleased with it
A**R
Otherwise good quality and arrived in one peice
only wish it was an original release (which I knew wasn't). Otherwise good quality and arrived in one peice.
G**N
Three Stars
the werst Sinatra ever record ever
N**N
Five Stars
nobody has been or will be as cool as mr Sinatra only tony Bennett comes close to the voice
J**R
Five Stars
One of the best Sinatra Albums superb.
A**R
Five Stars
I can't wait to listen to this cd, many thanks Amazon!
V**I
Brilliant duet
OMG, I think, I've got another one of my favorite chill-out vinyl :) Fantastic sound, amazing atmosphere. Just don't forget some whiskey ;)
E**M
Sinatra
A great summery feel to it a must for people who like Sinatra. arrived quickly too ! Thank you .
R**H
Nice one!
Great vocals as always, although it could do with a bit more Latin rythem.
R**Y
Many years ago I heard Antonio Carlos Jobim with Astrud Gilberto and thought it great. To have ole Blue Eyes singing these track
This is a gem. Many years ago I heard Antonio Carlos Jobim with Astrud Gilberto and thought it great. To have ole Blue Eyes singing these tracks is really magical. Nobody like him, ever.
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