Search - Patti LuPone :: Matters of the Heart

How she sings live is show she sings in the studio - awesome

groucho | Chapel Hill, NC, USA | 01/04/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This gifted theatre singer originated Evita and Norma Desmond onstage, and its easy to see why she can tackle the characters with big voices and vocally showy songs. Its quite a change to hear a studio album from LuPone after her previous live albums (Live at Carnegie Hall and Heatwave: Sings Irving Berlin at the Hollywood Bowl). The good news is, she sings just as good in studio as when she sings live -- a true mark of an authentic singer. And although she sang songs from Randy Newman, Lennon & McCartney and other contemporary songwriters notably the cabaret songwriter du jour John Bucchino, her debt to theatre is still evident, like "Not a Day Goes By" which still sounds affecting after numerous recordings of that song. Her take of the raucous "I Never Do Anything Twice" exploited her comedic skills at employing sudden stops, trill-like explorations and still not sound breathless. This is an album that can be played like a pop record at home because of the combination of delicacy, intelligence, choice of material and just plain good ole singing merits."

Great vocals and a touching story

groucho | 02/21/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Those of you who think you're familiar with Ms. LuPone's work will undoubtedly be surprised by "Matters of the Heart", her latest solo offering. Not only does she provide intelligent interpretations of each lyric on the 20-song set, the songs themselves tell a story of love. Whether coming to terms with loneliness ("Sand and Water") or delicately affirming youthful passion ("Hello, Young Lovers"), Patti's first-rate vocals soar. Of course, those of us familiar with Ms. Lupone's belting broadway diva persona will feel right at home with her powerful renditions of "Not A Day Goes By" and "Back to Before". There are also a few selections from lesser-known composers that stand out, such as "Unexpressed" and "Playbill". Don't hesitate purchasing this CD...it will be a classic!"

Lovely record

Mark S. Caponigro | New York City | 08/22/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Patti LuPone is wonderful as always. Her selection of material is wonderful too. Her voice is addictive."