Anthony Newley, Leslie Bricusse - The Roar Of The Greasepaint - The Smell Of The Crowd (1965 Original Broadway Cast)
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Free Music Review: Woefully Underrated Musical: Due For A Revival
Hit: 5 Stars
This musical is ingrained in my memory like no other. My parents bought the vinyl version after seeing Newley and Ritchard perform it on tour in Boston in '65 or '66. The record was played constantly around our house and was--along with The Sound of Music, Bye Bye Birdie, and Mary Poppins--my first introduction to musical theatre. Alas, that it has not shared the same popularity as those others. It is truly a remarkable work of theatre and music. Supposedly neither Newley nor Ritchard read music, instead they composed songs in their head and sang them into a tape recorder for others to transcribe. That's hard to believe given the sheer complexity of the time signatures and harmonies.
This is a musical that is more about the songs than the story, making it incredibly easy to stage. It's a wonder to me that the musical forces of today are not eager to revive "Roar." Songs like "Who Can I Turn To" and "It Isn't Enough" showcase a vocalist's ability to, well, show off.
I also think the positive philosophy behind the story make it ripe for a feature film. David Bowie once said in an interview that Newley's singing style had a tremendous influence upon him--particulary during his "Diamond Dogs" recording sessions.
No serious collection of musical theatre is complete without this album!
Free Music Review: Magical Music for the whole family
Hit: 5 Stars
I never saw this musical but somehow the album was in my parents home when I was a young boy. I remember sifting through selections and coming upon the song "Look at That Face". It was not only hysterical but orchestrated in such a lovely way. As a young music student the soundtrack drew me in deeper with its powerful melodies, stellar arrangements, funny and tender lyrics, and, of course Anthony Newley - Cyril Ritchard performances. Recently, after not hearing it for a few decades, I purchased this CD on a family trip returning from Disney World. Here's the acid test: My kids (12 & 16) never saw the musical either and after playing the whole CD up Interstate 95, they wanted to hear the album again and again. Truly cross generational in delight and full of emotional range, you wonder in a melancholy way how such wonderful music can go to the wayside of culture. This is a sparkling diamond of musical theater. Share it with your love ones even if you have no idea what the story is about. The power of the music stands awesomely by itself. In fact, "Who Can I Turn To?" was a Tony Bennett hit that preceded the show's Broadway debut. Play it in the car and you'll be grateful there are those fellow human beings capable of composing such joy. I'm Philly Cuzz www.OnTheWayToCapeMay.com
Free Music Review: Absolute Plaudits For Newley, Sir Cyril and Bricusse
Hit: 5 Stars
Ok, I'm prejudiced! I performed the off-Broadway premiere at Montana State College (now University) in Bozeman, Montana. At the time of our performance, we had listened to the original Broadway recording many times over to attempt to adhere to the vagaries of nuance intended by Anthony Newley and Sir Cyril Ritchard. It was a task of great pleasure!The music is striking and memorable. "Who Can I Turn To" is one of my most pleasant moments of performance and is certainly one of the most heartfelt songs I have ever enjoyed as a listener or as a performer.
"On A Wonderful Day" is also right up there at the top of my choices. It is a lyrical and beautiful song of pleasure about being alive! Please listen to this CD and share my pleasure!
Free Music Review: A fantastic musical
Hit: 5 Stars
THE ROAR OF THE GREASEPAINT: is a fanatically clever musical It actually may have a better collection of songs than Stop the World. When listening to this cd, you can hear what truly special entertainer Newley was. When he approached a role, he became it. This CD is a breath of fresh air, and is truly markedly better than the despondent "art has to be painful and about death" musicals receiving "rave" reviews today. If you want to hear what Broadway is supposed to be, and have a great time doing it, this CD is for you.Free Music Review: The (Mighty) Roar of the Greasepaint!
Hit: 5 Stars
Since, some 44+ years ago, I was the conductor on this album, it would be presumptuous of me to comment on the quality of the performances. I'll leave that to others.
Honesty, however, requires that I admit to enjoying immensely being reacquainted with my old - and extraordinarily gifted - friends.
Herb Grossman
(ps I would think it only fair that you credit Anthony Newley with being the work's co-author.)