Thank you. We need this reminder, to imagine [AND also to work towards] the better Democracy that we CAN vote for if we pay attention to every election_local, state, & federal_that comes around yearly. Only then with collective ACTION can "the dreams that you dare to dream, Really do come true"
It’s a great song. For those who may not know- there is an amazing rendition of this song by Eva Cassidy, arguably the most beautiful voice I’ve ever heard! She plays guitar superbly and sings with an angelic voice. She also has superb renditions of jazz and blues songs, showcasing her unique versatility as an artist. She died way too young at age 33 in 1996 from melanoma. Check her out!!
Sorry, Robert, but I hate this song ... unless Briuddah IZ is singing it in combination with "What a Wonderful War;d" ..... "Oh why., or why, can it I?" The artistic distance between Judy and Iz is considerable." I do, however, appreciate the song's relevance to our anguished Trumpian times.
Let me descant on mine own deformity. I understand Judy is considered an artist with an amazing singing voice. I find her to be saccharine. Most don't. I prefer Bruddah Iz' version because it reflects his soul. He was dying at the time he recorded his version (a combination of "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful Life." He'b been dying for years, lived, as it were, under a death sentence. The opposite sentiments of those two songs lend the whole a sense of gravity and a sombre tone that a dying artist can express. Judy's version is very emotional, even sentimental. Not my cup of tea.
Check out Eva Cassidy’s version of “Over the Rainbow”. Arguably the best singer I have ever heard. It’s quite different in style, very angelic with solo guitar accompaniment. Also an accomplished blues and jazz singer. She died way too young in 1996 at age 33 from melanoma.
There have been other poignant performances of this song, particularly by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole and Eva Cassidy. If you are unfamiliar with them, and the contexts they were recorded in, they are worth exploring.
Thank you. We need this reminder, to imagine [AND also to work towards] the better Democracy that we CAN vote for if we pay attention to every election_local, state, & federal_that comes around yearly. Only then with collective ACTION can "the dreams that you dare to dream, Really do come true"
Oh yes....it's an iconic song.
To think the executives were going to pull this song/scene from the movie.
So many wonderful family memories from the movie and the music. Thank you for the reminder!
Beautiful!
Thank you for reminding us how we can move past these difficult times. “Hope springs eternal”
Thank goodness the Courts of our sovereign nation are upholding our rights as citizens.
Truly my favorite song.
It’s a great song. For those who may not know- there is an amazing rendition of this song by Eva Cassidy, arguably the most beautiful voice I’ve ever heard! She plays guitar superbly and sings with an angelic voice. She also has superb renditions of jazz and blues songs, showcasing her unique versatility as an artist. She died way too young at age 33 in 1996 from melanoma. Check her out!!
Thank you for this. A nice break from other things.
Steadfast Hope
Thank you Dan. The world needs some comfort right now. My mother’s favourite song 🎶 it always makes me smile.
My mother would sing Rainbow to me as a child. And I became enraptured by a singer called Rainey who used to perform in Los Angeles in the 80s. Her rendition, along with a fantastic saxophone player, Robbie Drumm, is on this link: https://www.raineyonline.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/robbieovertherainbow.mp3
The lady has range - thanks for the treat.
Sorry, Robert, but I hate this song ... unless Briuddah IZ is singing it in combination with "What a Wonderful War;d" ..... "Oh why., or why, can it I?" The artistic distance between Judy and Iz is considerable." I do, however, appreciate the song's relevance to our anguished Trumpian times.
Wow, I cannot say I agree wit you at all. You do a definite disservice to Judy!
Let me descant on mine own deformity. I understand Judy is considered an artist with an amazing singing voice. I find her to be saccharine. Most don't. I prefer Bruddah Iz' version because it reflects his soul. He was dying at the time he recorded his version (a combination of "Over the Rainbow" and "What a Wonderful Life." He'b been dying for years, lived, as it were, under a death sentence. The opposite sentiments of those two songs lend the whole a sense of gravity and a sombre tone that a dying artist can express. Judy's version is very emotional, even sentimental. Not my cup of tea.
Check out Eva Cassidy’s version of “Over the Rainbow”. Arguably the best singer I have ever heard. It’s quite different in style, very angelic with solo guitar accompaniment. Also an accomplished blues and jazz singer. She died way too young in 1996 at age 33 from melanoma.
Thank you.
Thanks to Dan and team for all you do and for sharing this great song. It's definitely a reason to smile.
There have been other poignant performances of this song, particularly by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole and Eva Cassidy. If you are unfamiliar with them, and the contexts they were recorded in, they are worth exploring.
Simply lovely.