Album Review
Faye, Francis – “Sings Folk Songs ” – [Bethlehem Records]
Pop singer Francis Faye was reaching for a new audience when she cut this album of jazz-inflected folk songs in the late 50’s. Arranged by Russ “Fantastica!” Garcia, the album is apparently a one-of-a-kind entry in the Faye catalog, and perhaps a one-of-a-kind effort in all regards. The orchestral arrangements are incredibly vibrant, especially on the jazzier cuts “Frankie and Johnny” and “St. James Infirmary.” I’ve always been partial to “John Henry” and it’s also given a swell treatment here, complete with steel drivin’ and engine chuggin’. Faye’s vocals are husky but strong, and easily hold their own against Garcia’s powerful orchestra. An unusual but very successful album.
you heard it 23 times on kfjc! most recently:
- 460 days ago, Bryan Chandler played Lonesome Road
- 1265 days ago, Cadillac Margarita played Clementine
- 1720 days ago, Cadillac Margarita played The Three Ravens
- 2001 days ago, Tim Horton played Skip to My Lou
- 2589 days ago, Cadillac Margarita played Clementine
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