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 Cyndi, Dull??? Yep, Unfortunately Aug 06, 2009
I'm the 548th person to review this CD and only 53 have reviewed the brilliant She's So Unusual. That's inexplicable, especially since this CD is just, well, so usual. And that's its problem. Cyndi aims for diva stardom and hits tepid. At Last is a macro for all the other cuts -- there's nothing wrong with her version; I just don't believe it or get moved by it. Not even with Cyndi dressed up on the cover and NYC lit up by moonlight behind her. It doesn't sound like true love at last -- it just sounds like an opening cut and that's the problem throughout, a CD long on rich production and short on emotion.
 Great Nostalgia Jul 17, 2009
Cyndi demonstrates the full range of her talent in this nostalgic release of old and good songs. I found myself laughing and reflecting on each new song. Great stuff.
 Vintage Cyndi Fun Jul 05, 2009
This is a great CD and a must for any Cyndi Lauper fan. I've gifted it several times to friends who've had the same reaction. On top of the usual Cyndi fun, there are duets ("Makin' Whoopee" w/Tony Bennett), and a wonderful Stevie Wonder harmonica cameo on "'Til you come back to me".
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At Last - Rock Walk on By Apr 08, 2008
This is a strong cd. The more you listen, the more it grows on you. I have been a HUGE fan of Cyndi since She's so Unusual hit the air. And go see her whenever I can in concert. One of my most favorite was her rock version of Walk on By she did in Biloxi - just before Katrina hit. It is actually one of my favorite covers and favorite Cyndi covers. Better than the original and even better than the cd/album version. I wish this would come out as a single. The mini cd with Walk on By versions don't even do it justice. Cyndi is awesome in concert, I guess you can't bottle that on a studio cd.
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 Cyndi! No! Don't Jump!!!!!!!!!! Feb 19, 2008
Yes Yes Folks. There's Cyndi on the cover dressed in her best, svelte evening garb. They've wisely taken the hemlock out of her martini glass, and they've hidden all the razor blades but...oh....I don't know. I don't like it. She has that certain suicidal look like she's contemplating jumping into the river. Scares me. But, I am sure that if she does jump there will be many out there to jump in and save the lamb. However, if you threw this c.d. in, I am not so sure it would be retreived. In some cases wisdom does dictate.
As I'm sure you guessed by now, I am not exactly thrilled with this. Basically, it's another case whereby they have a current singer do the standards and ballads of yesteryear, that were done far better then and really shouldn't be re-attempted. 99.9% of the time, the original is always the best. But, perhaps I can be proven wrong. (Hah! Just try!).
Getting back to Cyndi, she also looks rather pale in the picture. It's like she was bitten by a vampire. It's like she has no zip. As far as energy goes, Rip Van Winkle could probably sing these songs with more zest (and probably stay on key better). It's actually quite sad because I do like her and she's done alot of good things. This is not one of them.
There is alot of drudgery on display with the arrangements. Uninspired, anemic, burnt toast come to mind. Ditto for the band. To be kind, Cyndi's vocals miss the mark alot and, I think, she probably went along with this because they convinced her that "it was the thing to do". She goes through the motions here - but there just doesn't seem to be any investment on her part. It's like sleep-walking but, unfortunately for her, she's awake doing this. I think.
She does "At Last" (so-so. Sparse piano and lacking the power to carry it off), "Walk On By" (weak arrangement and no life), "Stay" (with calypso arrangement. Please Mr. Tallyman), "La Vie En Rose" (bland. definitely not on de-vine), "Unchained Melody" (Insipid. The only way I'd listen is chained to my castle dungeon wall), "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" (lumbering. And, we're sorry Cyndi. Too late. This will forever be misunderstood). I could go on and recite all the songs but why put you through further torture? At least I am merciful here. Like a lighthouse amidst turbulent musical waters, I guide my people to safety!
While listening to this, I had visions of Dumbo the flying elephant picking me up and whisking me away to the magic kingdom. I should be so lucky. But, anyway, it really is not my intent to be unkind. And, if I must be critical (which I must here), I, at least try to do it with a little humor.
I am being kind with the 2 stars. I hate to give it a 1. Maybe this is a 1 1/2. Does it really matter at this point? I am sure there will be those who disagree. But, if one is really honest here, there is no way this even approaches a 4 or 5 star. 3, maybe, if you've had too much brandy. But, don't forget, it's still here the morning after! ;)
Proceed with great caution.
"Either she jumps or I jump!" -------- Metamorpho
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