Originally Released: 1991 Discs: 1 Label: Curb Records (USA) Item Number: CUR74392
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The Best of Andy Williams [Capitol]
Best of Andy Williams is a 12-track budget-priced collection that features some of his biggest hits, including "The Hawaiian Wedding Song," "Lonely Street," "Butterfly," "Canadian Sunset," "(In the Summertime) You Don't Want My Love," "Don't Go to Strangers" and "Unchained Melody." Although there are better collections available, this isn't a bad choice for casual fans on a budget.. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Best of Andy Williams is a 12-track budget-priced collection that features some of his biggest hits, including "The Hawaiian Wedding Song," "Lonely Street, " "Butterfly, " "Canadian Sunset, " "(In the Summertime) You Don't Want My Love, " "Don't Go to Strangers" and "Unchained Melody." Although this isn't a bad budget-priced disc, there are far better collections available, offering more songs and better sound for not much more money. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Andy Williams' sweet crooning belongs, along with family snapshots and hand-me-down recipes, to the temple of our hearts. His singing, although never voguish, does more for the listener than many other hyped singers. His repertoire is that of romance, sticking with slow to medium tempo ballads.
These hits display an even-voiced baritone, with a steady middle range. His emotional range stays at an even level of warmth, too, whether he's asking "Are You Sincere?" or pseudo-rocking to the likes of "I Like Your Kind of Love." His vocal equanimity tends to anchor the melodies. His greatest work is to be found in the passionate balladry and lovelorn languor of "Hawaiian Wedding Song " and "Unchained Melody." These songs, with their dulcet dolor, showcase Williams in his element.
Category: Pop Vocal Release Date: 01/01/91
Originally Released: 1991 Mono / Stereo: Stereo Discs: 1 Availability: Y Studio / Live: Studio Area: USA Is Import: N Distributor: WEA (Distributor)
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