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The Ultimate Collection (The Carpenters Album)
''The Ultimate Collection'' is a 3-CD set by the Carpenters released in 2006. It contains many of their popular songs, like "(They Long to Be) Close to You" and " Top of the World", and their album cuts, like " Desperado" and "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)". All of the songs are taken directly from the original album. In the case of " Yesterday Once More", it fades into a motorcycle engine, which subsequently fades into the oldies medley on the '' Now & Then'' album. The album is the first compilation to contain all of their charting US singles (with the exception of the Christmas singles). The UK and Australian versions did not include the bonus disc and also had a slightly different track listing; substituting "Sandy" for " Goofus", "When It's Gone" for "(Want You) Back in My Life Again" and "Your Baby Doesn't Love You Anymore" for "Make Believe It's Your First Time", whilst removing "Beechwood 4-5789" and adding "You're the One" and " Where Do I Go from Here". Track listing Disc on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Carpenters
The Carpenters (officially known as Carpenters) were an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen (1950–1983) and Richard Carpenter (born 1946). They produced a distinct, soft, musical style, combining Karen's contralto vocals with Richard's harmonizing, arranging, and composition skills. During their 14-year career, the Carpenters recorded 10 albums along with numerous singles and several television specials. The siblings were born in New Haven, Connecticut, and moved to Downey, California, in 1963. Richard took piano lessons as a child, progressing to California State University, Long Beach, while Karen learned the drums. They first performed together as a duo in 1965 and formed the jazz-oriented Richard Carpenter Trio followed by the middle-of-the-road group Spectrum. Signing as Carpenters to A&M Records in 1969, they achieved major success the following year with the hit singles "(They Long to Be) Close to You" and " We've Only Just Begun". The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
We've Only Just Begun
"We've Only Just Begun" is a single by the Carpenters, written by Roger Nichols (music) and Paul Williams (lyrics). It was ranked at No. 414 on ''Rolling Stone'' magazine's list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time." Song information The song was originally recorded by Smokey Roberds, a friend of Nichols, singing under the name of "Freddie Allen".Pierce, Dave (2008). ''Riding on the ether express: a memoir of 1960s Los Angeles, the rise of Freeform Underground Radio, and the legendary KPPC-FM.'' Center for Louisiana Studies, It debuted within a wedding-themed television commercial for Crocker National Bank in California in the winter of 1970, with Paul Williams on vocals. Hal Riney of the San Francisco-based advertising agency Hal Riney & Partners had commissioned the song to help Crocker appeal to young people. The song played over footage of a couple getting married and just starting out. In the song, direct reference to the bank was left out, in part to make the song more ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Solitaire (Neil Sedaka Song)
"Solitaire" is a ballad written by Neil Sedaka and Phil Cody. Cody employs playing the card game of solitaire as a metaphor for a man "who lost his love through his indifference"—"while life goes on around him everywhere he's playing solitaire". The song is perhaps best known via its rendition by the Carpenters. Another version by Andy Williams reached number 4 in the UK Singles Chart in 1973. Early versions Sedaka originally was inspired by Frederic Chopin (his favorite classical composer) for the chorus and by Roberta Flack in the verses. When he presented the tune to Cody, he came up with the words based on his recent divorce; Cody had been playing solitaire frequently as a coping mechanism. Both Sedaka and Cody considered the composition to be a spiritual experience. Neil Sedaka recorded "Solitaire" as the title cut for a 1972 album recorded at Strawberry Studios, Stockport, England: 10cc members Lol Creme, Kevin Godley and Graham Gouldman accompanied Sedaka while ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Only Yesterday (song)
"Only Yesterday" is a song recorded by the Carpenters. Released on March 14, 1975, the song was composed by Richard Carpenter, Kōji Makaino and John Bettis. "Only Yesterday" peaked at number four on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and number one on the Adult Contemporary (AC) charts, The Carpenters' eleventh number one on that chart. ''Cash Box'' called it a "ballad with its infectious beat" and that "Karen's dulcet, multi-tracked vocals soar over a dynamic arrangement which should be buzzing over the airwaves for a long time." The song was The Carpenters' last top-ten single on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100—though they would have nine more top-ten singles on the AC charts, ending with AC number seven " Make Believe It's Your First Time", a few months after Karen's death in 1983. The music video features some footage of Karen and Richard at work in the studio. After Karen sang the line, "the promise of morning light", it faded from the studio to a fountain in Huntington Librar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Please Mr
''Rose Gold'' is the debut studio album by South African singer-songwriter Shekhinah. It was released by Sony Music Entertainment Africa on October 6, 2017. ''Rose Gold'' was certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa on January 24, 2018 and later certified platinum on August 31, 2018. The album features guest appearances from South African rapper, Rouge, Asali and Jamali band member, Mariechan. Production is handled by David Scott, DJ Maphorisa, Mae N. Maejor, Shekhinah and Luke Goliath. Singles The album's promotional single, " Suited" was released on 19 July 2017. Produced by South African record producer and recording artist DJ Maphorisa, the song was certified Platinum by RiSA on 24 January 2018. Sony Music announced on 5 April that the single reached Diamond status. Shekhinah speaking on the song: The music video for the single was released on Shekhinah's Vevo account on 17 August 2017. It was directed by Nate Thomas and has garnered over 3.2 milli ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
This Masquerade
"This Masquerade" is a song written by American singer and musician Leon Russell. It was originally recorded in 1972 by Russell for his album '' Carney'' and as a B-side for the album's hit single " Tight Rope". The song was then covered on Helen Reddy's 1972 album, '' I Am Woman''. It was then recorded by American vocal duo, the Carpenters, for their 1973 album '' Now & Then'' and as the B-side of the Carpenters's single "Please Mr. Postman". Three years later, "This Masquerade" was recorded by American singer and guitarist George Benson, who released it on his 1976 album, '' Breezin'''. Benson's version, featuring Jorge Dalto on piano, was released as a single and became the first big hit of his career. George Benson version In 1976, "This Masquerade" was a top-ten pop and R&B hit for jazz guitarist/vocalist George Benson, who recorded it on his 1976 signature album '' Breezin'''. It was his first single release. Benson's rendition is the only charting version of the song in th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sing (Joe Raposo Song)
"Sing" is a 1971 song written by Joe Raposo for the children's television show ''Sesame Street'' as its signature song. In 1973, it gained popularity when performed by Carpenters, a #3 hit on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Raposo was a staff songwriter for ''Sesame Street'', Review of "Sing"on allmusic and the song became one of the most popular on the program, sung in English, Spanish and sign language. In its initial appearance, it was sung by the show's adult human cast members (the most frequent lead singer was Bob McGrath) and Muppets, including Big Bird. Barbra Streisand's 1972 version of the song was released as a single, reaching #28 on the Easy Listening chart and #94 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Many other versions have been recorded by a variety of artists, including Trini Lopez, who recorded a Spanish-language version in 1972 that appeared on his album ''Viva''. Background of Carpenters version Although Barbra Streisand had an easy-listening hit in 1972 with "Sing," ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Won't Last A Day Without You
"I Won't Last a Day Without You" is a song by the Carpenters with lyrics written by Paul Williams and music composed by Roger Nichols. It was released in the U.K. in September 1972, paired with " Goodbye to Love" as a double-A side. The single reached No. 9 and spent 14 weeks on the chart. It was later released in the U.S. and became a hit single for them in 1974, reaching No. 11 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart and number one on the easy listening chart. It was the Carpenters' ninth No. 1 on the easy listening chart. Background In 1972, Richard Carpenter had learned of a new song by Williams and Nichols, who had already contributed "We've Only Just Begun" and "Rainy Days and Mondays" to the Carpenters. He included it on their 1972 album '' A Song for You'', but it would not be released as a single until 1974. Chart performance Weekly charts Year-end charts Personnel *Karen Carpenterlead and backing vocals * Richard Carpenterbacking vocals, piano, Wurlitzer el ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Goodbye To Love
"Goodbye to Love" is a song composed by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis. It was released by the Carpenters in 1972. On the '' Close to You: Remembering The Carpenters'' documentary, Tony Peluso stated that this was one of the first power ballads, if not the first, to have a fuzz guitar solo. "Goodbye to Love" was the first Carpenters hit written by Richard Carpenter and John Bettis. Background While visiting London, Richard Carpenter watched a 1940 Bing Crosby film on The Late Movie called ''Rhythm on the River''. Carpenter noticed that the characters kept referring to the struggling songwriter's greatest composition, "Goodbye to Love". Carpenter said, "You never hear it in the movie, they just keep referring to it", and he immediately envisioned the tune and lyrics, starting with: : I'll say goodbye to love. : No one ever cared if I should live or die. : Time and time again, the chance for : Love has passed me by... He said that while the melody in his head kept going, th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
It's Going To Take Some Time
"It's Going to Take Some Time" is a song written by Carole King and Toni Stern for King’s 1971 album, ''Music''. It was redone by the Carpenters in 1972 for their fourth album, '' A Song for You''. According to Richard Carpenter, he had to choose which songs he wanted to remake, and there was a big pile of 7-inch singles he had to listen to. When he encountered "It's Going to Take Some Time", he knew it would be a hit, and recorded it. The song peaked at number 12 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Tim Weisberg played the bass flute, but the flute solo was played by Bob Messenger on a (standard) alto flute. King is quoted as saying that the duo's lush, string-laden cover, including a flute solo, made her own more sparse version sound "like a demo". According to musicologist James E. Perone, the lyrics describe someone recovering from a relationship that has ended. They contrast the current situation, where the singer sings that "it's going to take some time this time" with her futu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hurting Each Other
"Hurting Each Other" is a song popularized by the Carpenters in 1972. It was written in 1965 by Gary Geld and Peter Udell, and has been recorded many times by artists ranging from Ruby & the Romantics to Rosemary Clooney. Previous versions The original version of the song was recorded by Jimmy Clanton and released in 1965 as a single on Mala Records. According to Richard Carpenter, this version of "Hurting Each Other" had a very different feel from the Carpenters' product. However, there are definite similarities in the vocal refrain. Clanton's 1965 single of the song failed to chart. Chad Allan & the Expressions, who later became The Guess Who, also recorded the song in 1965 on their Canadian LP ''Hey Ho (What You Do to Me!)''. Released as a single, the song hit #19 on the Canadian charts in early 1966. In June 1966 a version by Ruth Lewis, produced by Udell and Geld, was released as a single by RCA Victor records. A version also appeared on The Walker Brothers' second albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bless The Beasts And Children (song)
"Bless the Beasts and Children" is the theme song to the 1971 Bless the Beasts and Children (film), eponymous film and was performed by the The Carpenters, Carpenters. It was featured on the B-side to their hit, "Superstar (Delaney and Bonnie song), Superstar". The song received enough of its own airplay that ''Billboard'' listed the single as "Superstar"/"Bless the Beasts and Children" on the Hot 100, charting first at number 16 for the week of 11/20/71, and then number 21 for the week of 11/27/71. Then "Bless The Beasts and Children" had its own run as an A-side charting on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100, eventually topping out at number 67. In order to promote it, the Carpenters performed it on their television series, ''Make Your Own Kind of Music (TV series), Make Your Own Kind of Music'', as "F" for "Film Music". It was nominated for a 1972 Academy Award for Best Song, but it lost to Isaac Hayes's "Theme from Shaft, Theme from ''Shaft''". Bless the Beasts and C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
