The Curtain Falls: Live at the Flamingo

Bobby Darin - The Curtain Falls: Live at the Flamingo

The Curtain Falls: Live at the Flamingo
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Artist: Bobby Darin
Edition: Music CD
Audio: English (Unknown)
CD Release Date: 2001-04-10
Music Label: Collector's Choice
Soundtracks:
  1. Intro/Hello Young Lover
  2. Ace In The Hole
  3. You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You
  4. Hits Medley: Splish Splash/Beyond The Sea/Artificial Flowers/Clementine
  5. My Funny Valentine
  6. I Walk The Line (Parody)
  7. Yellow Roses
  8. Mack The Knife
  9. Comedy Routine
  10. Work Song
  11. Michael (Row The Boat Ashore)
  12. Mary Don't You Weep
  13. I'm On My Way Great God
  14. The Curtain Falls

Free Music Notes for The Curtain Falls: Live at the Flamingo

Free Music Review: A golden nugget shining brightly !!!
Hit: 5 Stars

Bobby Darin considered this to be his last "live" performance at the time this was recorded; but thank goodness he did entertain people on TV and in other appearances for a decade more. Darin was able to do anything: Booby Darin could croon, swing, do rock and roll and impressions all like the "pro's pro" he truly was. This CD proves Darin's artistry shone brilliantly when he performed in public; and it also demonstrates his ability to lead his audience wherever he wanted them to go.

The CD opens with an electric rendition of "Hello Young Lovers" and switches gears somewhat for the slower paced "Ace In The Hole." The piano arrangement accompanies Bobby flawlessly. I like the way Bobby and the band switch arrangements mid-stream as they go into what is a decidedly a much more big band style arrangement. Excellent!

"You're Nobody `Til Somebody Loves You" represents a high point in this concert as Bobby croons to perfection with his band playing so beautifully. Bobby and the band are in perfect synchronicity; as they get louder his voice raises, too. I agree with the reviewer who writes that on "Mack The Knife" Bobby's voice cannot rise in volume as much as the band does; and I also noticed that this happens a second time near the very end of "You're Nobody `Til Somebody Loves You." Unfortunately, his poor health may account for the fact that he couldn't quite get these few last notes out firmly enough.

Bobby also does a great medley of four songs with high octane energy in barely more than three minutes: he sings "Splish Splash/Beyond The Sea/Artificial Flowers/Clementine" without a superfluous note. The audience loves it as they applaud wildly and you'll love it, too! Bobby rarely performed "Splish Splash" live so this track adds great value to this CD.

Bobby's rendition of "My Funny Valentine" moves me with its beauty; and Bobby excels at comedy, too. For this concert Bobby does a nine minute comedy routine with great impressions of Jerry Lewis, James Cagney, Dean Martin and Clark Gable amongst other greats.

"Michael (Row The Boat Ashore)" gets the royal treatment from Bobby and the band; together they emphasize the spiritual beauty of this ballad. "I'm On My Way Great God" is, unfortunately, semi-autobiographical as Bobby Darin knew his life would be a short one because he was born with a rheumatic heart. The closing number, "The Curtain Falls" boasts a strikingly beautiful musical arrangement; Bobby thought he didn't want to perform live ever again and so Bobby chose "The Curtain Falls" to share his feelings with his audience about "the closing nightclub appearance for (him) for quite a while." The piano intro shines and Bobby sings this with an extra special sensitivity to end the concert precisely the way he wanted it to end. "The Curtain Falls" evokes sentimental feelings for his past triumphs and provides an ending for this concert that is as sweet as it is strong.

The liner notes have an extensive essay about Bobby's life and career written by James Ritz; and the cover art is tastefully done. Excellent!

Bobby Darin possessed such energy and strength whenever he performed that people will never forget him. His CDs are still selling to this day. I highly recommend this for Bobby Darin fans and people who enjoy classic pop vocals.

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