Just an FYI
Here are a couple of isolated vocal tracks of Karen Carpenter. I enjoyed them all but Superstar and Yesterday Once More are two of my personal favorites.
https://dangerousminds.net/comments/...isolated_vocal
Last edited by Dawn; 11-13-2017 at 12:47 PM.
"Let's burn our long johns and head west" - Glenn Frey 1948-2016
Those are my favorites too - powerful ambiance on those songs. When I hear her, I often think of what Herb Alpert said about Karen's interpretation of songs, that she tended to give a "dark" reading of the lyrics. I don't think he entirely approved, but there's no doubt she gave it a lot of drama and gravitas.
Even a relatively happy song like "Only Yesterday" (another favorite of mine) can kind of cast a shadow.
I love Karen's beautiful, clear voice. Dawn, thanks for posting those vocal isolated tracks. I always wished I could just hear her sing without the loud backing on the records.
R.I.P. Leon Russell (and Karen Carpenter).
"Be part of something good--
Leave something good behind."
"Let's burn our long johns and head west" - Glenn Frey 1948-2016
RIP Leon -I never knew he was so accomplished and had such an amazing career.
I always thought Karen had a beautiful voice too. So sad the way she died and how young she was.
Many people don't know this but Leon's friends and bandmates organized a tribute concert in his hometown not long after he passed away. It was a not for profit event and free to the public.
"Let's burn our long johns and head west" - Glenn Frey 1948-2016
The tribute concert was at Cain's Ballroom who donated the venue. Here is a short clip.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XAa0mLurJL0
FOX News report
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JNEDaCanKVs
Last edited by Dawn; 11-15-2017 at 01:53 PM.
"Let's burn our long johns and head west" - Glenn Frey 1948-2016
Darn it, I inadvertently came across the set list and performers for the Dec 2016 tribute to Leon Russell but didn't bookmark it otherwise I'd post the link. It was an extensive selection of songs underscoring the Tulsa Sound as well as the pure genius that was Leon. If I find it again I will post the info for those who might be interested.
"Let's burn our long johns and head west" - Glenn Frey 1948-2016