Michael Buble Caught In The Act CD

DVD:15 SONGS + 3 EXCL. LIVE SONGS + BEHIND THE SCENES

Personnel: Michael Bublé (vocals); Randy Napoleon (guitar); Mark Small, Robert Wilkerson (alto saxophone); Frank Basile (baritone saxophone); Jumaane Smith, Bryan Lipps, Justin Ray (trumpet); Joshua Brown, Nick Vagenas (trombone); Craig Polasko (bass instrument); Robert Perkins (drums).
On this 2005 CD/DVD release, charismatic Canadian singer Michael Buble is featured in a vibrant concert setting. The tracks on the DVD and CD differ, and while the former presents more material, the audio disc offers up eight excellent performances. Here Buble is supported by a formidable horn-heavy ensemble, creating a buoyant energy that perfectly suits his expressive voice. Buble lends his Sinatra-like swagger to lively renditions of "Feeling Good" and "Can't Buy Me Love," and duets with Italian vocalist Laura Pausini on the swaying "You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine." The DVD portion of CAUGHT IN THE ACT also includes behind-the-scenes footage.
Featured as a PBS "Great Performances," Caught in the Act finds modern-day crooner Michael Bublé performing live at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. Bublé has a warm, naturally pure voice perfectly suited to the swinging standards and heartfelt contemporary ballads he's made his name with since his debut in 2003. It doesn't hurt either that here he is backed by a full big band including a string section. Bublé's between-song banter is also charming and adds to the loose and fun feel of the album. Included are such classic songs as "Summer Wind" and "The More I See You," as well as the hit "Home." Also featured here is a full DVD of the rest of the live show as well as some other bonus material. ~ Matt Collar