Patricia Kaas' 2002 release Piano Bar is a lovely, seductive collection of romantic mood music, pulled directly from the chanteuse tradition but sounding utterly contemporary. Some credit must go to producer/arranger Michel Legrand, who keeps the polished surface softly glimmering, yet this is merely a stage for Kaas, whose vocals are never flashy, but always alluring. The album consists primarily of mid-20th century songs from such stalwart European composers as Charles Anzavour and Jacques Brel, who were covered frequently during the '60s by European and American singers alike. As such, Piano Bar can feel a bit like a '60s vocal pop album at times in terms of approach and material, but Legrand's synth-heavy arrangements help bring it into the modern era as much as Kaas' unhurried delivery. The end result is a lovely, winning album, another fine recording by a fine vocalist. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
2002 album (inspired by the Claude Lelouch movie 'And Now...Ladies & Gentlemen') from the French star who updates the French chanson tradition with elements of pop, blues, & jazz. 14 tracks. Digipak. Columbia.
Steve McNichol (programming).
Recorded at Nomis, Sanctuary Studios and Sam West Studios, London, England.
Producers: Robin Millar, Michel Legrand, Rob Davis.
Personnel includes: Patricia Kaas (vocals); Robin Millar (guitar, organ, bass); Rob Davis (guitar, keyboards); John Themis (guitar); Michel Legrand (strings); Jamie Talbert (alto flute); Steve Sidwell (trumpet); Neil Sidwell (trombone); Chris Cameron (piano, keyboards); Marcello Auletta (keyboards); Steve Walters (bass); Martin Ditcham (drums, percussion); Roy Martin (drums);
Mojo (Publisher) (12/02, p.118) - "...It actually works rather well..."
singin' the piano bar blues The first couple to first half of the CD felt like it was sung out of sync with the music (at least most of it), but on the later parts things start to pick up. The jazzy style is what saved it... after listening to the tracks a few more times. Submitted by sengokuchrist (Los Angeles, CA. 90042) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Sweet Sounds Patricia has a unique style and has taken some of America's favorites, added her French voice and you end up with wonderful, candlelight/fireplace music to enjoy with your wine. Submitted by dmeadows (Orlando) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
NICE it's typically the music of jazz bar !! it's chillin and so jazzy !!
very nice, if you like slow / chill Jazz Submitted by jonathanak (Houston, TX, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
pleasant, satisfying music beautiful songs, many of them are old friends, pleasant delivery.
Submitted by a reviewer (Flemington, NJ, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
hurcan@takas.lt patricia kaas is genius! She has amazing voice, but I think her french songs is more impresive (for example "Sexe fort" album)...
Hovewer PIANO BAR is very exciting and intresting album. I love Patricia, I love this album:)) Submitted by darius (Lithuania) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
singin' the piano bar blues
Sweet Sounds
NICE
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