Irving Berlin, a titan of American music, invites you to explore the depths of his timeless compositions with "Irving Berlin: Great Man of American Music - A New Interpretation." Released on November 1, 2017, under the Everest label, this album is a concise yet powerful collection of 13 tracks, each remastered to bring out the brilliance of Berlin's songwriting. Spanning a mere 35 minutes, the album is a testament to Berlin's ability to convey profound emotions and narratives in a short span.
The album opens with the festive "Easter Parade," followed by the jazzy charm of "With You (From 'Puttin' On the Ritz')" and the upbeat optimism of "Let's Face the Music and Dance (From 'Follow the Fleet')." Berlin's versatility shines through in tracks like the tender "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm (From 'On the Avenue')" and the introspective "What'll I Do?" and "Say It Isn't So." The album also features the iconic "How Deep Is the Ocean?" showcasing Berlin's knack for blending simplicity with depth.
From the theatrical "The Girl That I Marry (From 'Annie Get Your Gun')" to the poignant "The Song Is Ended (From 'The Great Gatsby')," each track offers a glimpse into the vast repertoire of Irving Berlin. The remastered tracks, particularly "I'm Putting All My Eggs in One Basket (From 'Follow the Fleet')" and "Now It Can Be Told (From 'Alexander's Ragtime Band')," bring a fresh clarity to Berlin's classic compositions. This album is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of Irving Berlin's enduring legacy in American music.
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