Post by lora on Jan 12, 2004 10:51:52 GMT -5
Let me know if you're getting tired of seeing my album reviews. There's just not enough people posting them right now, so I'm trying to pick up a little of the slack.
Bette Midler
Thighs and Whispers
1979
Bette's one of the most versatile singers to ever live, and here's proof. Although this disco-influenced album may be considered passe (is that the word I'm looking for?) by today's questionable music standards, I find it to be a successful experiment into a short-lived genre. These songs are light on the disco, making them still likeable after all these years. And don't let the short track list mislead you. This album runs 42:36. If you've never heard any of these songs, you should try to get a listen somewhere.
After the release of Bathhouse Betty(1998), I had some catching up to do as far as my Bette collection went. It took me a while to find all of her albums, but finally I was down to two - this and Broken Blossom (1977, which I've already reviewed). Tracking them down was growing increasingly hard, until I just happened to be shopping at a mall out-of-state (this always seems to bring me luck) and lo and behold, there they lay! Thighs and Blossom!
*Proving my naïvety, it took me a while to "get" the title of this album.*
1. Big Noise From Winnetka
Not as good as the live version from Divine Madness, but I've always liked this original version. This is a hard-to-explain track. There's quite a bit of percussion with a little clarinet thrown in. Anyway, it has a nice beat.
2. Millworker
My least favorite song on this album. It just doesn't keep with the feel of the rest of the tracks.
3. Cradle Days
Okay, I take it back. This is my least favorite. The lyrics just don't work for me at all.
4. My Knight In Black Leather
The only single off the album, this is an AWESOME disco tune. I love it! Here's a little tid-Bette for you: Luther Vandross helps out with the background vocals on this track, and most others.
5. Hang On In There Baby
I was a little skiddish about this one at first. I mean, the lyrics are risquè at best. But I've really come to love it. It has a really good flow to it. Great sax solo.
6. Hurricane
Another good tune, co-written by Bette and Randy Kerber.
7. Rain
Very pretty song with a gorgeous intro. Really lovely.
8. Married Men
Corny, but catchy. Great close to the album.
Bette Midler
Thighs and Whispers
1979
Bette's one of the most versatile singers to ever live, and here's proof. Although this disco-influenced album may be considered passe (is that the word I'm looking for?) by today's questionable music standards, I find it to be a successful experiment into a short-lived genre. These songs are light on the disco, making them still likeable after all these years. And don't let the short track list mislead you. This album runs 42:36. If you've never heard any of these songs, you should try to get a listen somewhere.
After the release of Bathhouse Betty(1998), I had some catching up to do as far as my Bette collection went. It took me a while to find all of her albums, but finally I was down to two - this and Broken Blossom (1977, which I've already reviewed). Tracking them down was growing increasingly hard, until I just happened to be shopping at a mall out-of-state (this always seems to bring me luck) and lo and behold, there they lay! Thighs and Blossom!
*Proving my naïvety, it took me a while to "get" the title of this album.*
1. Big Noise From Winnetka
Not as good as the live version from Divine Madness, but I've always liked this original version. This is a hard-to-explain track. There's quite a bit of percussion with a little clarinet thrown in. Anyway, it has a nice beat.
2. Millworker
My least favorite song on this album. It just doesn't keep with the feel of the rest of the tracks.
3. Cradle Days
Okay, I take it back. This is my least favorite. The lyrics just don't work for me at all.
4. My Knight In Black Leather
The only single off the album, this is an AWESOME disco tune. I love it! Here's a little tid-Bette for you: Luther Vandross helps out with the background vocals on this track, and most others.
5. Hang On In There Baby
I was a little skiddish about this one at first. I mean, the lyrics are risquè at best. But I've really come to love it. It has a really good flow to it. Great sax solo.
6. Hurricane
Another good tune, co-written by Bette and Randy Kerber.
7. Rain
Very pretty song with a gorgeous intro. Really lovely.
8. Married Men
Corny, but catchy. Great close to the album.
Nice review though!