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Track Listings
1 | Just A Little Lovin' |
2 | Anyone Who Had A Heart |
3 | You Don't Have To Say You Love Me |
4 | I Only Want To Be With You |
5 | The Look Of Love |
6 | Breakfast In Bed |
7 | Willie And Lauramae Jones |
8 | I Don't Want To Hear It Anymore |
9 | Pretend |
10 | How Can I Be Sure |
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Product Description
Shelby's new album, Just A Little Lovin', was inspired by one of her favorite singers, Dusty Springfield. The album features nine clasic songs associated with Dusty and one stunning original written by Shelby, inspired by Dusty.
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It's a risky move for any singer to attempt a direct ascent on the towering peaks of Dusty Springfield's evergreen legacy. (Rolling Stone once called Dusty in Memphis the third most "essential" rock album by a woman.) Just a Little Lovin' achieves the unlikely: a tribute to an immortal artist which both glorifies its subject and elevates the worshipper kneeling at her altar. Lynne's 2001 breakthrough, I Am Shelby Lynne, was both utterly fresh and nostalgically infused with a Memphis-like spirit. Much of Just a Little Lovin' is as familiar as an old pair of shoes. Lynne's original contribution, "Pretend," fits snugly between the classics, but it's the loose, practically improvised vibe of this recording that breathes new life into Bacharach and David's "Anyone Who Had a Heart" and, especially, Randy Newman's "I Don't Want to Hear It Anymore." Genius producer Phil Ramone lends the entire collection the kind of intimacy he brought to Paul Simon and Billy Joel's most atmospheric 1970s recordings. Restrained instrumentation--often simply guitar, upright bass, a sprinkling of piano, and light percussion--turn even the teenage bubble-gum anthem "I Only Want to Be with You" into a sultry meditation. It's hard to imagine another recent album more successful in melding retro-reverence with contemporary moderation. The result arouses emotion even as it enchantingly relaxes. --Ben Heege
From the Artist
Dusty Springfield was a soulful singer. You can't ever fill her shoes. So I just set out to sing songs we all want to hear again. The road map I followed when cutting these, was the one she made years ago. It was easy. I just sang and let the songs do the work. I'm so glad I did. Dusty inspired it all.
About the Artist
One day back in the Spring of '05, I received an e-mail from Barry Manilow. We had met at a Grammy function a few years back. Turns out he digs my music. So we've kept in touch over the last couple of years. In Barry's e-mail he asked me if I had ever considered covering the Dusty Springfield songbook. I didn't respond at that time. I had just released my latest record on Capitol called Suit Yourself and was about to take off on the road for a few months. I couldn't wrap my head around anything but going on the road. But, somewhere in the back of my brain I kept the thought closely tucked away.
It wasn't until May of `06 when I went to my manager Betty and asked her what she thought about the idea of recording the Dusty songs. She liked the idea, and thought I should do it. The thing is, I didn't want to just record these songs, I wanted to make the recording simple and important. So, I picked up the phone and called Phil Ramone. I said, "I want to cut the Dusty Springfield songs." He said, "I think we can do that." We talked on the phone for several months starting in July of `06. I'd call him with my thoughts about the songs I loved, and we exchanged and compared our ideas. We were excited. Capitol was chomping at the bit and wanted it out before the end of the year, but I still wanted to wait. So I told Phil that we should cool off until the first of the year to start recording. Let's get through the holidays and start fresh. Also, I wanted to work with recording engineer Al Schmitt, because this record had to sound perfect. January `07 finally came along. We all gathered at the Capitol Records building Studio A. The thought of having Capitol Studio A, Phil Ramone, Al Schmitt, these killer musicians and Dusty Springfield was nerve racking, but I knew I was up to the task. Phil had assembled a group of four guys; Greg Field on drums, Dean Parks on guitar, Rob Mathes on keyboards and Kevin Axt on Bass. We had what we called a "menu" of songs to cut, so we started at the top.
I had wanted to record at the Capitol building my whole career and this was the album to do it. All of the drama I had endured with Capitol Records up to this point finally came to an end. The very week we started recording this album, Capitol Records was no more. My deal with them ended, and for a while this record and I were without a label. That's where Lost Highway enters the picture. When they heard it, they loved it just the way it was. Plain and simple. Cut to tape and zero frills. So, we had a deal.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Language : English
- Product Dimensions : 4.88 x 5.55 x 0.39 inches; 2.12 ounces
- Manufacturer : Lost Highway
- Item model number : 3867783
- Original Release Date : 2008
- Date First Available : November 21, 2007
- Label : Lost Highway
- ASIN : B000ZK53CA
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: #75,955 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
- #1,347 in Country Rock (CDs & Vinyl)
- #1,858 in Today's Country
- #2,157 in Adult Contemporary (CDs & Vinyl)
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excellent adaptations of some of Dusty Springfield's classic mid to late 1960's pop hits.
These ingenious renditions are impressive, and relaxing easy listening music.
This album is reflective of quality 'piano bar' music, with clarity of words, and simple, soft accompaniment
and yet these songs feel very emotional, as conveyed by Shelby's soft, unique and quietly riveting style.
Over the course of Shelby's career and album releases she has demonstrated and amazingly versatile voice,
and the ability to delivery excellent music in various genres ~ impeccability!
From awesome country, and rhythm and blues to pop - alternative.
This is one of many excellent albums from an amazing talent.
The album cover states ~ "inspired by Dusty Springfield" and indeed, 7 of the 10 tracks are Dusty's music.
1. Just A Little Lovin' ~ Was not a charted song for anyone in the U.S. but is a great album cut from "Dusty in Memphis"
2. Anyone Who Had A Heart ~ Cover of the 1964 top ten hit by Dionne Warwick.
3. You Don't Have To Say You Love Me ~ Great cover of Dusty Springfield's top 10 hit from 1966.
4. I Only Want To Be With You ~ Cover of Dusty Springfield's 1964 hit, which just missed the top 10.
5. The Look Of Love ~ Cover of Dusty Springfield's 1967 hit, which just missed the top 20.
6. Breakfast In Bed ~ Cover of Dusty Springfield's 1969 single, which didn't chart well, didn't get past #91.
7. Willie And Laura Mae Jones ~ Cover of Dusty Springfield's 1969 single, which didn't chart well, not past # 78.
8. I Don't Want To Hear It Anymore ~ Cover of Dusty Springfield's 1969 release that didn't break into the top 100.
It was the B-Side of 'Windmills Of Your Mind" which was a top 40 hit.
9. Pretend ~ Self-penned song, which appears to be debuted on this album.
10. How Can I Be Sure ~ Cover of the 1967 top 10 hit by the Young Rascals.
Conclusion ~ This is very soulful, enjoyable easy listening music. Great background or mood music.
The whole album is very understated and that is it's beauty. At times it almost sounds like acapella and I found myself almost wishing it WAS acapella because Lynne has the most beautiful amazing voice and the talent to use her voice like very few artists I've ever heard. Ella Fitzgerald comes to mind, Patsy Cline, Nora Jones (some of the greatest singers of all time.)
I absolutely fell in love with this CD. A few words to describe it:
Hauntingly delicious, sexy as it gets, full of surprises and completely original - - a true work of art and a masterpiece.
If you're looking for elevator music or schmaltzy pop music - something hum drum or run of the mill -- do not buy this cd.
If you are looking for inspiration and 100% pleasure then DO buy this cd.
And if you can't appreciate it - - maybe you should slow down and take a deep breath.
BTW this cd is great for dinner, dancing . . . . and you know what else (use your imagination here) Perfect to go with a bottle of red wine, a dozen roses and a night with your sweetie. A great listen all around for driving, eating, walking or whatever it is you might be doing.
I am 100% satisfied with my purchase of this cd. I am also very tired of all the whiners and complainers on the Internet - Please get a life!
Maybe this cd will put the spark back in your tired life . . .
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Reviewed in Italy on March 15, 2021
Overall, this album is warmly recommended if you have a decent hi-fi and like to kick your shoes off and recline, in the darkness, with your tipple of choice, with or without a companion. If you're anything like me, you'll enjoy playing this rather loud, since it is so laid-back and... well... just try it and see for yourself.
Also, if you like this album, be sure to check out another of Shelby's albums, 'Suit Yourself', in particular the last track on that album (ambiguously labelled 'Track 12'), which is a very stripped-back cover of Brook Benton's 'Rainy Night in Georgia'. Although Amazon do not appear to offer an 'Auto-Rip', please don't let the reviews moaning about copy protection on that album dissuade you from buying it - with no disrespect intended, they are novices with insufficient experience to deal with such issues, but it really isn't difficult.
That said, I think her rendition of "You don't have to say you love me", is beyond belief. It's perfect. "Breakfast in bed", and "Willy and Laura Mae Jones" are also exceptional titles, showing all the depth and range of Shelby Lynne's voice.
From the artist's performance, to chosen titles and to final mastering, this whole album is a masterpiece. This a "must have" album for all.