The Burt Bacharach Discussion Forum

Hey Vincent! Thanks for sharing with us what was obviously a special night for Dionne as well as her admirerers and peers. For those of us out here on the west coast - Dionne is returning to San Diego for a performance on January 25th. "07"! Just returned from a Melissa Manchester Concert ...

Hey Keith:

In light of your conversation with Burt last night - I assume you're a friend, business associate and/or attended last night's concert. If you did attend - can you share a few highlights of the evening? Your contributions to this forum are greatly appreciated!

Steve - After waiting 35+ years - I believe that all of us would welcome such a labor of love by BB/HD/DW. Although rarely mentioned in this forum - one such effort by the triumvirate - "Sunny Weather Lover" was released as a single, included in the 1993 Warwick album FRIENDS CAN BE LOVERS...

While in Chicago last week we attended Jackie Taylor's Black Ensemble Theater Production focusing on the life and music of Dionne Warwick. Fans are probably aware of the fact that Dionne surprised the cast and attended a performance a few weeks ago and gave it high marks. The story line was somewhat...

"My Friends and Me" is scheduled for release on November 7th. The single "Windows Of The World" should be available in October. Check out the latest message from Dionne on her website for details.

A segment from that memorable hour of SOLID GOLD hosted by Dionne and totally devoted to Sinatra. Great versions of this song were recorded by Carole Bayer Sager as well as Melissa Manchester. Watching this clip brings to mind once again that Dionne did not participate in either of Frank Sinatra's d...

Back in the early 70's Burt filmed a car commercial on the plaza in front of the building where my office was located in San Diego for the Lincoln Towncar. I watched from a distance for quite some time as they did take after take after take. Perhaps a bit ironic considering some of the comments on t...

Steve:

It's there- #27. Check it out ASAP. Another of my favorites is #6 "Getting In My Way". Another favorite was pulled today "Finder Of Lost Loves"

In keeping with my belief in the old adage "If you can't say something NICE about someone - don't say anthing at all" ...... I can only say that it's NICE to see that Burt is looking out for the financial well being of his wife and kids and it's always NICE to see Burt on television. I was...

Just one of many reasons we choose to live here in Del Mar. Another is the fact that Burt schedules an annual concert with the San Diego Symphony during racing season! Does anyone need a better reason to visit Southern California???

Hank: The subject of "referencing other great music" was in fact addressed in this forum a year or two ago. As I recall - a number of great songs were identified as containing certain Bacharach like elements or qualities. For starters I suggest listening to a song entitled "GETTING IN...

Vincent: Thanks for posting Randy Rice's Review! ...... Randy's observations were right on target - refreshing from someone who is not as familiar with Burt's body of work as most of us are. His review was somehat reminiscent of being in an audience surrounded by overwhelmed "casual fans" ...

With a name like "Skylark" (whether it's your given name or a user name) along with your positive aspirations and positive attitude - YOU WILL NEVER BE A MISERABLE FAILURE. Assuming you are pursuing your musical interests on a full or part time basis - keep doing the best that you can do a...

What a nice "no nonsense" article written by Keith O'Connor this is! Pleased to hear that in addition to being pleased with his entire body of work including his very personal effort "At This Time" - he continues to move forward with new collaborations and recording sessions. Let...

Although "(Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls" was composed by Dory & Andre Previn (not BB/HD as many believe) - the Scepter Records hit single and album version was conducted by Burt Bacharach and arranged by Pat Williams. While interesting because of the varying lyric and nearly acappel...