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Michael Buble ranks among the best of the contemporary crooners working in a classic pop-vocal style, and his 2007 album, CALL ME IRRESPONSIBLE, further refines his suave, smooth style. With its finger-snapping big band arrangements, the album has its share of homage to Frank and Dino, both obvious cornerstones of Buble's music. But this isn't merely a retro exercise; the tunes, the production, and the overall feel are decidedly contemporary.
Stylistically adventurous versions of songs by Eric Clapton, Leonard Cohen, and Willie Nelson keep things lively, while "Everything," a Buble original, is one of the album's highlights. Still, cuts like the lead-off track ("The Best Is Yet to Come") and the old chestnut "I've Got the World on a String" will give listeners looking for some elegant, back-in-the-day pizzazz exactly that.
Recording information: Capitol Studios, Hollywood, CA; Chartmaker Studios; Conway Recording Studios; Record Plant Recording Studios; Signet Sound; The Village, Los Angeles, CA; The Warehouse Studio; Westlake Recording Studios.
Photographers: Eric Ogden; Matt Taylor; William Claxton.
Unknown Contributor Role: Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra.
Arrangers: David Foster; Bob Rock; John Clayton; Johnny Mandel; Michael Bublé; Bill Holman; Alan Chang.
Personnel: Antoinette Scruggs, Siedah Garrett, Carmen Carter (vocals); Graham Dechter, Dean Parks, Heitor Teixeira Pereira, Larry Koonse, Michael Landau, Keith Scott (guitar); Dave Sinclair (acoustic guitar); Joel Peskin (saxophone, background vocals); Frederick Fiddmont, Lee Callet, Rickey Woodard, Thomas R. Peterson (saxophone); Salvator Cracchiolo, Gilbert Castellanos, James Ford (trumpet); Daniel Kelley, John A. Reynolds, Steve Becknell, Joseph Meyers (French horn); Guy Nepus, George Bohannon, Maurice Spears (trombone); James Self (tuba); David Foster (piano, Fender Rhodes piano, keyboards); Gerald Clayton (piano, keyboards); Tamir Hendelman (piano, synthesizer); Greg Phillinganes, Michael Melvoin, Alan Chang (piano); Jeff Hamilton , Joe La Barbera, Josh Freese, Ralph Humphrey, Vinnie Colaiuta (drums); Marcelo Costa, Emil Radocchia, Paulinho Da Costa, Rafael Padilla, Donald Williams (percussion); Jochem van der Saag (programming); Daniel Fornero, Salvadore Lozano, Emily Blunt, Rev. Dave Boruff, Gary Foster, Alan Kaplan, Phil Teele, Rick Baptist, Wayne Bergeron, Bill Liston, Charles Loper, Bruce Otto, Bryan Lipps (background vocals).
Audio Mixer: Humberto Gatica.
Down Beat (p.76) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "This CD is best when Buble wraps himself around the brass and reeds of a straight-up big band....John Hamilton and David Foster also provide a few high spots."
JazzTimes (p.91) - "[Buble] suggests the caramel-smooth creaminess of Steve Lawrence, the sensual warmth of Vic Damone, the swingin' bravura of Dean Martin and the boyish showmanship of Wayne Newton."
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Call Me Irresponsible Music Review
Average Rating: (4.7 out of 5 stars)    List All 6 Reviews Michael Buble: Respecting the Past in the Present
I've always loved singers...the ones you never forget, like Sinatra, Bennett, with that big band sound. Michael's keepin' that alive, but in a very modern way. He's a very versatile guy, going from brash up-tempo big-band arrangements to beautiful ballads. I keep listening to this album over and over...and it never gets old. It's fresh, hip, and a great tribute to the greats who inspire Michael...and he's returning the favor.
Submitted by misaege (Corva, Italy)
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Smooth and Cool
This CD is awesome!! I love the range of songs he performs on this album. He goes from the groovy track 'Everything' to a Bossa Nove in 'Comin' Home Baby' and a Latin in "It had Better Be Tonight". He has also done some great covers of the old jazz classics. Michael Buble you star!! JAZZ LIVES ON!!
Submitted by Chris (Perth, Western Australia)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 2 of 5 found this helpful.  young voicesan & incredible
one of music's great young voicesan instant hit, as he covered standards from a slew of legends like Van Morrison, Paul Anka and QueenBuble embarked on an exhausting world tour, spreading his music to all corners of the globe MB's music & his voice have an incredible ability to literally make things in life better he is an amazing and talented singer
Submitted by mariama (Kuwait) 
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Irresponsible talent soars
Another great offering from Michael Buble. Don't hesitate to add to your collection. If you've never heard Michael Buble before this is a great introductory to his voice. If you like songs like "I've Got The World On A String", "Call Me Irresponsible", or "Dream" this is the CD for you!!!
Don't be irresponsible and deny yourself a great CD!!
Submitted by doxiedowns (Bloomer, WI, USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 1 of 5 found this helpful. A must own C.D!!!!
Just when it seems like Buble can't top his last c.d,he does it and he does it well!!!My favorite song was his remake of Wonderful Tonight with Ivan Lins.It was better than the original done by Clapton!If for no other reason,listen to this disc and understand why people love to listen to him.It would be good in the future if he sings with Peter Cincotti or Jane Monheit again.
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