Pat Benatar - Crimes of Passion
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Artist: Pat BenatarEdition: Music CD
Format: Original recording remastered
CD Release Date: 2006-04-04
Music Label: Capitol
Soundtracks:
- Treat Me Right
- You Better Run
- Never Wanna Leave You
- Hit Me With Your Best Shot
- Hell Is for Children
- Little Paradise
- I'm Gonna Follow You
- Wuthering Heights
- Prisoner of Love
- Out-A-Touch
Free Music Notes for Crimes of Passion
Free Music Review: Sentence Me To Life...
Hit: 5 Stars
I purchased this immediately on vinyl when it first came out. I replaced that worn out copy a year or two later. Now I have the CD and it is still one of my most cherished.
It is interesting as one having such fond memories of Pat to read about what was going on behind the scenes. Although she was not always happy with the direction of her career, she set so many milestones for female rockers, and should be remembered much more than she is.
I liked the first single "You Better Run" but I was smitten with "Hit Me With Your Best Shot". I probably don't need to explain that one as most people are familiar with Pat's first top 10 hit.
After purchasing the record, my new favorite was the Kate Bush cover "Wuthering Heights". Pat has stated that she never felt they quite "got it." As a huge fan of Kate, I think that Pat's version is actually superior. "Heights" is based on the novel. Take a moment and consider how many rock songs are based on classic literature. Not many, but Pat was not the type to simply follow a trend or do what was expected. "Heights" is one of the most haunting, beautiful songs I have ever heard. Credit Kate Bush for writing the masterpiece, but Pat put her stamp all over it. It has a Gothic feel about it, and has aged well over the last 30 years.
"Hell Is For Children" is another notable cut, co-written by Pat after reading an article on child abuse that deeply affected her. Throughout her career, Pat has remained an advocate for children. In "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" Pat sang (tongue in cheek) about putting another notch in her lipstick case. With this track, she again showed the world she was a smart, multi-dimensional woman. She could be tough, but her heart was much more impressive than her heels. This was probably my least favorite song on "Crimes". Let's face it, for most of us it isn't fun to hear about child abuse. However, it was wonderful that someone cared and addressed the issue.
My second favorite song changed frequently.
"Treat Me Right" was also a big hit, but I probably prefer "Never Wanna Leave You" or "I'm Gonna Follow You". The first was written by Pat and Neil and reminds me so slightly of the wonderful "We Live For Love" which charted a year or so earlier. The latter was written by Billy Steinberg who went on to write or co-write some of the biggest hits of the 80's and 90's. However, "I'm Gonna Follow You" is a bit more moody than True Colors or Eternal Flame.
Although Pat is generally considered a "rocker", Pat seemed more New Wave to me, and that was probably part of the appeal. Her first few albums fit much better with Duran Duran, than Ozzie. However, in my opinion her music had more substance than either.
I can honestly say that I love every track on this album.
The producers, arrangers and musicians all deserve credit for knowing how to make the most of Pat's amazing voice. She was sort of "New Wave Vamp Goes To The Opera" and the combination of her remarkable vocals with a talented supporting band were different from anything else at the time. It didn't hurt that Neil, the band director, ended up marrying Pat. The two have had what seems like a remarkable marriage and partnership, especially compared to other musicians, and Neil has always been helping Pat sound her best.
I love this CD, and have so for 30 years. It is the only vinyl album that I literally wore out. It may not be to everyone's taste, but I suggest giving it a try - just in case you end up loving it as much as I do.
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