How Many Ways Can you Sing Sway? Michael Buble' Shows Us!

The first time I heard Michael Buble' was during the end credits of the romantic comedy movie - Down With Love. As I listened to his rendition of For Once in My Life, I was watching carefully to see (as they were rolling credits) the name of this wonderful crooner. I had goosebumps. Finally, I saw the name - Michael Buble' - and rushed to the computer to look him up and immediately bought his CD - titled - Michael Buble'.

Now bear in mind - this gifted young man, from Canada, was born in 1975. Yet, Buble' has a deep understanding and interpretation of the old standards from the 40s, 50s, and 60s. Buble' possesses that big band sound and 60s crooning (which many of you know I adore). And I guess it goes to show- age certainly isn't an issue when it comes to music appreciation. In other words, you don't have to have lived in that era to appreciate a particular genre'.

For more information on Buble's background, I've enclosed a link - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Bubl%C3%A9.

Now on to his music: I was especially moved by his rendition of Sway. Sway has always been one of my favorite songs and I always regarded Rosemary Clooney's version (from the album Touch of Tabasco, 1959) as the quintessential. Who can argue with this sultry version, backed by the Mambo King - Perez Prado.

And yes, Dean Martin's version has to be credited -another fantastic 60s crooner!

Then I heard Buble's rendition of Sway. No doubt, he still croons the tune, but the tempo has been kicked up a notch or two. It's hot and punched and yet remains sultry and smooth. His orchestra has that full-bodied sound that I personally love. I will tell you - I had this version in my head for weeks (still do from time to time) and quite honestly, I believe Rosemary would have approved!

Later, I heard another slightly kinkier version by the Pussycat Dolls and have to say, I love that as well. This Sway version was featured in the 2004 film - Shall We Dance and it so fits the theme of the movie!

Back to Buble' - I recommend all his CDs. I especially appreciate his version of Come Fly With Me (guaranteed to give you goosebumps) and while I would prefer a slightly punched-up version, Buble's Quando, Quando, Quando (duet with Nelly Furtado) is not bad! And his covers of Mack the Knife, I Got You Under My Skin, and Moondance are sure to please!

To sum up this review, Buble' gets it and he's got it going on!

Here are some YouTube clips for your enjoyment -

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWp0Psq7xjE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPXZBLtq6DM&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFPvKGL69kE&feature=related

Next Time - Emilio Pericoli!