bacharach and brian wilson

Steve Schenck · Post by **Steve Schenck** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 8:02 pm

In today's Washington Post, and interesting article about Brian Wilson mentioned Burt as one of his foremost influences. The text said that Wilson was deeply influenced by "the proto-rock bump of Little Richard and Chuck Berry, the melancholy chords of Burt Bacharach, and the expansive production sound of Phil Spector." On a side panel, they list Burt along with the Beatles and a few others as primary influences. Good to see Burt getting his due! Steve

An Enormous BB Fan · Post by **An Enormous BB Fan** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 8:46 pm

Brian Wilson also said that God's voice would be Dionne Warwick singing "Here I Am". Brian feels the same about Burt's musical genius as all of us here do, too. How could he not?

blueonblue · Post by **blueonblue** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 3:56 am

.....................enjoy !!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8S1w7FRlGw

"blue"

nymusicalsguy · Post by **nymusicalsguy** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 11:59 am

Now if only Burt and Brian would see fit to release the other songs from their collaboration that produced the wonderful "What Love Can Do". I believe, at the time, Burt mentioned co-writing three songs with Brian; I don't know if any of the others were recorded, or just written. But wouldn't it be nice to hear them!

BachtoBacharach · Post by **BachtoBacharach** » Mon Dec 03, 2007 1:43 pm

Brian Wilson also said that "Are You There (With Another Girl) was a direct influence on the "Pet Sounds" album.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuL-moAUF0M

steveo_1965 · Post by **steveo_1965** » Tue Dec 04, 2007 6:51 pm

Brian once told me (back in the early 70's) that his Bacharach favorite was
Here I Am. so this jibes with the other poster who said this.

Steveo

Jerry · Post by **Jerry** » Tue Dec 04, 2007 7:50 pm

Glad to have you back, steveo! Where ya Been?!?

steveo_1965 · Post by **steveo_1965** » Wed Dec 05, 2007 7:57 pm

Dear Jerry,
Hi! and thanks for asking....just out in outer space lately...how are your musicals coming along?

Best,
Steveo

Steve Schenck · Post by **Steve Schenck** » Wed Dec 05, 2007 10:33 pm

Yes, Steve, it is good to have you back. I always appreciate your insightful comments and your inside knowledge of many things "bacharachian!" Your first-hand hearing of Brian Wilson saying that about "Here I Am" is a case in point. It has always been one of my favorites, too... Just today, someone gave me as a gift the album "What the World Needs Now - Burt Bacharach Classics," the one with the picture of a VERY young Burt.The album begins with one of my very favorite Burt tunes, "Something Big." It's the cut from one of Burt's mid-70s albums, not the one with the original singers from the film, the one included on the Rhino 3-disc compilation. I had long ago lost the vinyl album, and am especially happy to have, once again, this version of the song, with Burt himself singing. Have a blessed holiday season, Steve.

Jerry · Post by **Jerry** » Thu Dec 06, 2007 9:21 am

Hey, Steve (#'s 1&2!)---

The DVD for SEVEN MEN FROM NOW is going great guns! Right now in the editing stage. Have been in touch with reps for both Burt Bacharach(Sue Main, who's been mentioned a couple of times on this listserve) & Jimmy Webb, both of whom have expressed interest in the project. I'll repost my original letter from last year about the show. Several of you(especially you, Steveo!) had wonderfully kind encouragement to offer...it was---and is---greatly appreciated. The NEW CENTURY TV network, who is producing my work, is also hosting the live webcast of the brand new AMERICAN ACTOR show, this Tuesday, Dec. 11th at 8:00 pm EST. It's a sort of actor version of AMERICAN IDOL, hosted by Mike Shoeman, who is the producer of my show---try & catch it!

Would love to say, again, how much this listserve means to so many of us who frequent it. I was really touch by the letter of the sweet lady from Ireland who wrote in about her love for Mr. B and his music. To so many of us, this music, is one of the last outposts of civility & beauty. Don't mean to gush, but, I just needed to throw that in!
Again, great to see your posts again, Steveo and I'llput up my original postings!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!

steveo_1965 · Post by **steveo_1965** » Fri Dec 07, 2007 11:10 pm

Dear Jerry,

Thanks for the great post, and the info on your projects...
Wishing you the "best" and keep us posted of their progress!

Steveo

steveo_1965 · Post by **steveo_1965** » Fri Dec 07, 2007 11:16 pm

Dear MR. Schenck,

Thanks for your kind post, and I have to say "ditto"..(thank you for all the
expertise and knowledge you bring on Burt's music.)YOur opinions are always refreshing.

Happy Holidays to You, Jerry, and all of our people here. : )

Steveo

Steve Schenck · Post by **Steve Schenck** » Fri Dec 07, 2007 11:43 pm

Dear steve,

Do you ever get out to the DC area? If so, I would love to hook up with you and just chat about music, especially about Burt and his accomplishments. If you are ever in the area, please let me know. Steve

steveo_1965 · Post by **steveo_1965** » Sat Dec 08, 2007 7:01 pm

Dear Steve S.
I have not been able to go to your area of the U.S. yet,
but plan on doing some things with my "career" in the
future, and if I am ever able to get to the D.C. area, I will certainly look you up!
Thanks for the kind invite!
Best,
Steveo

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