Singer Lou Rawls’ unique style is ageless, encompassing Soul, Jazz, R&B, and Pop in a fashion that is always true to its roots, yet rewardingly contemporary. This special DVD is packed full of the belting blues, beautiful ballads, soulful demeanor, and glorious gospel that has established Rawls as one of the premiere voices of the past 4 decades.
This historic performance also includes the larger-than-life Duke Ellington on two selections and the impeccable voice of Freda Payne (singer of the hit song “Band of Gold”) on two others. When Rawls and Freda Payne lead a chorus on “Oh, Happy Day,” you feel just how joyous it is. Witnessing the legendary Duke Ellington playing his standards “Satin Doll” and “Sophisticated Lady,” with Rawls’ precious vocal interpretation adding a new dimension, only helps us to see why the Ellington genius is so timeless.
…anytime you get Rawls and Ellington together on video, it’s a holiday. Simply Terrific.” – Niagara Gazette
This classic, network television Variety Show (as seen on TV) brings back the goodtime fun of the Sounds Of The ‘70s’, which will lift your spirits with the songs and stars of that colorful decade. A new and nostalgic DVD for the new millennium, this production features selections such as
Whether performing vocal interpretations of Ellington originals or his own hits, this DVD showcases the depth of Lou Rawls’ soul.
DVD Song Selections:
- Tobacco Road
- Oh Happy Day
- Satin Doll
- Sophisticated Lady
- Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show
- Tell It All
- It Was a Very Good Year
- Old Folks, and
- United We Stand.
DVD Bonus Features:
- Digitally Mastered Audio & Video
- Biography of Lou Rawls
- Biography of Duke Ellington
- Biography of Freda Payne
- Interactive Menus
- Instant Access to Songs
- Dolby Digital Audio
- Bonus Clip of Duke Ellington
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