Fave Albums: NOVEMBER 2022.

CAFFE´ LATTE´

TOP 10 ALBUMS- NOV. 2022

1

ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE

Bruce Springsteen      NEW            

2 A SONG FOR YOU Luke Evans      NEW

3 LIVE AT YANKEE STADIUM Billy Joel      NEW

4 LIVE AT THE BON SOIR Barbra Streisand      NEW

5 CHARLIE Charlie Puth      5 2

6 PROFOUND MYSTERIES II Röyksopp      NEW

7 FAITH IN THE FUTURE {Deluxe Edition} 

    Louis Tomlinson       NEW

8 DIRT FEMME Tove Lo      8 2

9 KING OF A TRAGEDY Isak Danielson      6 8

10 HOLD THE GIRL Rina Sawayama      1 3     

 THE 50 MOST ESSENTIAL MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS. Today: #13. More: tomorrow.

Caffè Lattè presents:

THE MOST ESSENTIAL

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

For decades, songs and movies have been matched. The most successful are effective tools, cross-promoting both the music and the film in which they are featured; giving one or both longevity. Here are 50 Motion Picture Soundtrack Albums that evoke memories of the films they appeared in. The criteria was to include only movie soundtracks which consisted largely of new material, rather than a compilation of older songs or remakes.

13

F AME

1980

This musical made a star of Irene Cara. She provides the LP with 3 of its standout numbers: “Out Here On My Own”, the Academy Award-winning title song and (with the ensemble) “I Sing The Body Electric”. Paul McCrane’s moving “Is It Okay If I Call You Mine?” is another highlight. ‘Fame’ was a major success at the box office. It spawned a TV series, stage musical and was remade in 2009.

 

 THE TIME CAPSULE: MAD ABOUT YOU. More retro tomorrow.

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MAD ABOUT YOU

Belinda Carlisle

1986

U.S.A. - #3

Trivia:

The Go-Go's split up in 1985. Belinda Carlisle launched her solo career the following year with the single "Mad About You". The solo debut single was lifted off her album 'Belinda'.

 

Check out all the songs that have been featured in this daily segment on Spotify, including today’s retro track.

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 THE 50 MOST ESSENTIAL MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS. Today: #14. More: tomorrow.

Caffè Lattè presents:

THE MOST ESSENTIAL

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

For decades, songs and movies have been matched. The most successful are effective tools, cross-promoting both the music and the film in which they are featured; giving one or both longevity. Here are 50 Motion Picture Soundtrack Albums that evoke memories of the films they appeared in. The criteria was to include only movie soundtracks which consisted largely of new material, rather than a compilation of older songs or remakes.

 

14

C AN’T STOP THE MUSIC

1980

The bulk of the songs on this soundtrack were recorded by The Village People and The Ritchie Family. Both acts appear as part of the cast. Among the highlights are: the title track, “Milkshake” and “Magic Night”. Also added to the LP was The Village People’s signature anthem “Y.M.C.A.”. Although the film's plot leaves a lot to be desired, its soundtrack does contain many fun elements.

THE TIME CAPSULE: LOVE IS THE ANSWER. More retro tomorrow. 

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LOVE IS THE ANSWER

England Dan & John Ford Coley

1979

U.S.A. - #10

Trivia:

The original version of "Love Is The Answer" was released by the group Utopia in 1977, two years before the ballad was covered by the duo England Dan and John Ford Coley. Todd Rundgren, lead vocalist of the group Utopia, penned the song. The remake topped the US Adult Contemporary Chart.

 

Check out all the songs that have been featured in this daily segment on Spotify, including today’s retro track.

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 THE 50 MOST ESSENTIAL MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS. Today: #15. More: tomorrow.

Caffè Lattè presents:

THE MOST ESSENTIAL

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

For decades, songs and movies have been matched. The most successful are effective tools, cross-promoting both the music and the film in which they are featured; giving one or both longevity. Here are 50 Motion Picture Soundtrack Albums that evoke memories of the films they appeared in. The criteria was to include only movie soundtracks which consisted largely of new material, rather than a compilation of older songs or remakes.

 

15

L ET IT BE

1970

The ‘Let It Be’ documentary was unleashed in the same year that The Beatles announced it was breaking up. Although the album was recorded prior to ‘Abbey Road’, it was issued after it. The LP captures John, Paul, George and Ringo during the period where the Fab Four was splintering. It therefore served as an unexpected swansong for the band.

 THE TIME CAPSULE: PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE. More retro tomorrow.

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PEOPLE ARE PEOPLE

Depeche Mode

1984

U.K. - #4; U.S.A. - #13

Trivia:

In America, all of Depeche Mode's singles had failed to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 until the release of "People Are People". It remains the British group's second biggest US hit. In 1990, "Enjoy The Silence" reached #8 and is Depeche Mode's only Top 10 single in America.

 

Check out all the songs that have been featured in this daily segment on Spotify, including today’s retro track.

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 THE 50 MOST ESSENTIAL MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS. Today: #16. More: tomorrow.

Caffè Lattè presents:

THE MOST ESSENTIAL

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

For decades, songs and movies have been matched. The most successful are effective tools, cross-promoting both the music and the film in which they are featured; giving one or both longevity. Here are 50 Motion Picture Soundtrack Albums that evoke memories of the films they appeared in. The criteria was to include only movie soundtracks which consisted largely of new material, rather than a compilation of older songs or remakes.

 

16

A STAR IS BORN

2018

Lady Gaga proved without a doubt that she could not only sing, but deliver a powerful acting performance in this musical. Bradley Cooper excelled as an actor, but mastered singing too. Both contribute to the songs on the award-winning film soundtrack which topped the charts in America, Britain, various European countries, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. The single "Shallow" won the Oscar for Best Original Song.

THE TIME CAPSULE: I'LL NEVER LOVE THIS WAY AGAIN. More retro tomorrow.

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I’LL NEVER LOVE THIS WAY AGAIN

Dionne Warwick

1979

U.S.A. - #5

Trivia:

Barry Manilow produced Dionne Warwick's recording of the ballad "I'll Never Love This Way Again", from her album 'Dionne'.

 

Check out all the songs that have been featured in this daily segment on Spotify, including today’s retro track.

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TOP SOUNDTRACKS: Honourable Mentions.  

Caffè Lattè presents:

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

 HONOURABLE MENTIONS

These soundtracks did not fit the criteria, but are definitely worth highlighting as exceptional tie-ins to films.

 

GOOD MORNING VIETNAM

1987

In between the musical tracks are excerpts performed by Robin Williams who starred in the war comedy-drama. The songs were oldies that included “Nowhere To Run”(Martha & The Vandellas), “I Got You (I Feel Good)” (James Brown) and “I Get Around” (The Beach Boys). It was this box office hit film that resurrected “What A Wonderful World” and returned Louis Armstrong to the top of the charts.

THE TIME CAPSULE: CLASSICAL GAS. More retro tomorrow.

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CLASSICAL GAS

Mason Williams

1968

U.K. - #9; U.S.A. - #2

Trivia:

The instrumental "Classical Gas" was a major hit for its composer Mason Williams. Mike Post produced the track. He is best remembered for his scores used in many TV series, including: "Hill Street Blues", "Magnum, P.I.", "L.A. Law" and "The Rockford Files".

 

Check out all the songs that have been featured in this daily segment on Spotify, including today’s retro track.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1fw40hqEA0Fgh4cq4yoXD0?si=BYCiWGK3QRim_FaIIkAIdg

spotify:playlist:1fw40hqEA0Fgh4cq4yoXD0

 

TOP SOUNDTRACKS: Honourable Mentions.  

Caffè Lattè presents:

MOVIE SOUNDTRACKS

 HONOURABLE MENTIONS

These soundtracks did not fit the criteria, but are definitely worth highlighting as exceptional tie-ins to films.

 

THE COMMITMENTS

1991

Alan Parker directed this film which revolves around a soul band named The Commitments in Dublin, Ireland. Andrew Strong acts and performs most of the lead vocals on the soundtrack, filled with covers of R&B classics such as “Mustang Sally”, “The Dark End Of The Street”, “Try A Little Tenderness”, “Destination Anywhere” and “In The Midnight Hour”. A beautiful film with a magical playlist, the LP was particularly successful in Australia where it reached #2. Volume 2 was issued in 1992 and peaked at #3 on the same chart.