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The Puppini Sisters - The
Rise And Fall Of Ruby Woo (Universal)
Released: October 1, 2007 (UK)
There aren't many things in life I anticipate. Perhaps a new book from
one of my two favorite a authors; a wink and a nod from the little lady
(I'm in trouble already), or the second album from the Puppini Sisters.
For those of you just joining us, they aren't sisters - in fact, only
one (Marcella) is a Puppini. Ms. Puppini met Kate Mullins and Stephanie
O'Brien at college. Camp? Absolutely. And whoever is doing marketing for
this crowd deserves a raise for the website alone.
But the truth is - it's really good music, with tight-tight harmonies,
and a backing band that never gets in the way. And yes, all the kitschy
touchstones are there, like Patti Page's "Old Cape Cod," and "It Don't
Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing," or even "Don't Sit Under The
Apple Tree."
But what makes it all worth the price of admission, and makes me say,
"what the heck," and push that button on the expensive order from
amazon.co.uk...are the other songs done in that style. Like the Bangles'
"Walk Like An Egyptian," or the Classic IV's "Spooky," or (God help us)
Barry Manilow's "Could It Be Magic."
Match that with a five-pack of originals - penned by the Puppinis
themselves - and well, my yankee dollars fairly flew across the
Atlantic. Ms. O'Brien's "Soho Nights" is a sure winner, along with Ms.
Puppini's bluesy "I Can't Believe I'm Not A Millionaire."
If you're not willing to pay import bucks, My strong suggestion is to
keep an eye out for this one when it gets domestic (US) distribution.
It'll be worth every dime.
Highest recommendation.
Four microphones (out of four)
- Doug Boynton
(11/06/07) |
