Tuesday, February 14, 2023

An overlooked cover tune CXXII

Generally, when I hear any vocal or instrumental version of "The Way You Look Tonight," I expect it to be on the slower side.  It just makes sense to let the ambience of the tune linger, especially when the lyrics are sung.

Carolbeth True, however, proves how well the tune works at breakneck speed.  I've never heard any other ensemble play the tune so fast, but I was sold after just one listen.  Admittedly, it's a little amusing to hear piano, bass, and drums make "...Tonight" sound like Sammy Nestico's "Pressure Cooker."  It works, though, if you're trying to convey to your girlfriend or wife, "You know you look great, and I know it, too, so let's get on with the rest of Valentine's Day.  I have a full day of activities planned, so let's go, go, go..."