Yummy, Indeed!
Keith B. Neaves | NC Mountains | 07/17/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Recorded in 1969, this album is touted as Julie's lounge classic and it doesn't disappoint. Her vocals (ever so sexy/sultry) and the arrangements are in top form. All tracks are standouts, but my faves are Like to Get to Know You, Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), the Mighty Quinn, Stoned Soul Picnic and the title track. It's difficult to believe Julie had only one big hit (Cry Me A River), although she recorded over 30 albums and reportedly they most all sold well. Anyhoo, this is a must, order yours today!"
Julie London lights my fire--THANK YOU, JULIE LONDON !!!
Matthew G. Sherwin | last seen screaming at Amazon customer service | 09/20/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Julie London, one of the most enchanting songbirds ever, performs magnificently on this sought-after disc with its cover songs that really shine as Julie sings them faultlessly! Julie is in excellent form on this album and it's great for her fans as well as anyone who enjoys classic easy listening. The quality of the sound on this CD is excellent and the artwork is in very good taste.
The album's track set starts with Julie singing "Stoned Soul Picnic" to perfection--and beyond! Her excellent diction enhances her performance all the more and I'm very impressed. The musical arrangement makes good use of the strings, percussion and that flute is just right! "(I'd) Like to Get to Know You" charms me with its natural beauty; Julie puts her own stamp on this ballad by making subtle changes to the keys and the tempo--wow, what a wonderful cover Julie does of this tune! Now THIS is wonderful easy listening/lounge music by one of the best ever. "Light My Fire," by The Doors, shines brighter than silver and gold in Ms. London's capable hands; her voice adds a romantic feeling to this number that makes this excellent "make-out" music.
"It's Nice to Be with You" boasts a stunning musical arrangement that fits perfectly with Julie's vocals; overall this song is just wonderful. "Sunday Mornin'" features Julie London squarely front and center; and she makes it seem so easy, too. Of course, we know it really wasn't all that easy; Julie's talent always carried her through. "Hushabye Mountain" from "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" gets the royal treatment from Julie London who delivers this without ever skipping a beat; and the musicians never even try to steal the show from Julie--she remains completely in the spotlight which is right where she belongs!
"Mighty Quinn (Quinn, The Eskimo)" has Julie doing a superb cover of a tune by Bob Dylan; the percussion sounds great and Julie never sounded better, either. The arrangement plays again with some of the key modulations and once again this lets Julie put her own mark on this tune. Great! In addition, "Come to Me Slowly" is very well done; and I really like "And I Love (Him)" which was first performed by The Beatles as "And I Love Her." "And I Love (Him)" stuns me with its beauty and it's a major highlight of this CD.
"Without Him" is quite memorable, to say the least; and there's yet another gem in a most laid-back rendition of "Yummy, Yummy, Yummy." The CD ends very nicely with Julie London performing "Louie Louie." Awesome!
Julie London could take the phone book and make it sound like the sweetest symphony you've ever heard; and of course her artistry on this CD is no exception. I highly recommend this for her fans; and anyone who enjoys classic pop vocals or classic lounge music will treasure this for years to come.
Thank you, Julie London!"
Miss London is a Yummy Treat
Eric Rogers | USA | 04/17/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This product belongs in the library of any lover of cocktail music or pop versions of rock. In other hands this work might illicit a snicker or two but in Julie Londons hands its like listening to the audio equivilant of warm caramel. Its, smooth and easy on the ears but still swings. Its slow but moves with power and confidence. The title tack is fantastic and strong entrys are "Mighty Quinn" and "Louie Louie". The track, "Sunday Morning" reminded me of spending many a lazy Sunday morning with a former love. I am so glad that I bought this album and would do it again."
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1