So glad this Thread has legs--I thought it would be a severely limited audience, namely only me. Couldn't find the Blazing Away DVD, only CD and VHS. Maybe her fan-site can help: http://www.mariannefaithfull.net/ Broken English introduced me to the modern her but Dangerous Acquaintances and Strange Weather sure re-inforced. Here's her Website--I'll leave the bio to individuals but one thing: She is a survivor who brings it to the 21st Century: http://www.mariannefaithfull.org.uk/
I'll leave you with this one mention, a '98 recording of Bertolt Brecht/Kurt Will compositions with a full ork backing. Not as esoteric as you might think. Originally on RCA, later on RCA Red Label, their Classic side--a mark of marketing and respect.: http://www.allmusic.com/album/weill-the-...0001050366 << a good review of a 4-Star+ recording.
I'll leave you with this one mention, a '98 recording of Bertolt Brecht/Kurt Will compositions with a full ork backing. Not as esoteric as you might think. Originally on RCA, later on RCA Red Label, their Classic side--a mark of marketing and respect.: http://www.allmusic.com/album/weill-the-...0001050366 << a good review of a 4-Star+ recording.
A man accustomed to hear only the echo of his own sentiments, soon bars all the common avenues of delight, and has no part in the general gratification of mankind--Dr. Johnson
What he said. Amen, Bro--JazzboCR
What he said. Amen, Bro--JazzboCR