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James Hindman, Sally Mayes, George Dvorsky
Pete 'n' Keely (Original Cast Recording)
Genres: Special Interest, Pop, Soundtracks, Classical, Broadway & Vocalists

Track Listings (17) - Disc #1
1. It's Us Again - Original Cast Recording, Brady, Patrick S.
2. Lover, song (from film "Love Me Tonight") - Original Cast Recording, Blane, Ralph
3. Kid Stuff - Original Cast Recording, Brady, Patrick S.
4. Daddy - Original Cast Recording, Billy, Jay
5. Besame mucho, for voice & ensemble - Original Cast Recording, Brandt, Alan
6. Besame mucho, for voice & ensemble
7. This Could Be the Start of Something Big
8. The Battle Hymn of the Republic ("Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory," words by
9. Have you got a lot to learn
10. But Beautiful (used in the film "The Road To Rio")
11. The Cross Country Tour
12. The Cross Country Tour
13. Tony 'n' Cleo
14. Tony 'n' Cleo
15. Tony 'n' Cleo
16. Fever
17. Fever

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CD Details

All Artists: James Hindman, Sally Mayes, George Dvorsky
Title: Pete 'n' Keely (Original Cast Recording)
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Varese Sarabande
Release Date: 12/4/2001
Album Type: Cast Recording
Genres: Special Interest, Pop, Soundtracks, Classical, Broadway & Vocalists
Styles: Vocal Pop, Opera & Classical Vocal, Sacred & Religious, Musicals, Traditional Vocal Pop
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 030206212228, 0302062122288

Synopsis

Amazon.com

There's a lot of schlock on Broadway these days, so it's especially frustrating when a small, off-Broadway show doesn't get the recognition it deserves. Carried by the indomitable George Dvorsky and Sally Mayes in the title roles, Pete 'n' Keely should have been a lot more successful than it was, so we're lucky to have this recording to immortalize the little show that should have been. Inspired by the likes of Steve (Lawrence) and Eydie (Gorme), Pete and Keely are two high-voltage entertainers; the show purports to document their hectic 1968 TV special. Dvorsky and Mayes are fantastic as they frenetically go from clever originals by Patrick S. Brady and Mark Waldrop to over-the-top Rat Packy takes on classic tunes such as "Fever" and "Besame Mucho." As for the finger-snapping rendition of "Battle Hymn of the Republic," you've got to hear it to believe it. Our only qualm: the recording doesn't do justice to Bob Mackie's delirious costumes. Oh well, can't have it all. --Elisabeth Vincentelli

CD Reviews

Upbeat Musical Magic

Jeff R. Clow | Corinth, TX United States | 12/10/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album is a MUST for any fan of Broadway - full of upbeat musical magic performed flawlessly by George Dvorsky and Sally Mayes. The cd captures wonderfully the manic energy of Pete and Keely - a television couple that reigned supreme in the 1960s. Throughout the album we hear them at their best as they recall their joint musical career and their award winning signature tunes.Dvorsky is a smooth as silk baritone with shades of Robert Goulet. His rendition of "Fever" on this album is alone worth the cost of the cd. Although done with a slight comic edge, the song comes alive with a wonderful nuance that Dvorsky delivers effortlessly. You'll find yourself replaying that track again and again.The same could be said for Maye's sparkling "Black Coffee". Her voice is pure velvet, with a touch of "seen it all and done it all" flowing throughout this sensational track. This original cast recording has been produced perfectly. The sound quality is superb, and the inner liner has some great photos of Pete n Keely in their glamorous Bob Mackie costumes that were such a huge part of the New York City premier. If you like Broadway - then this cd is a must have...If you like to smile when you listen to a cd - then this recording is a must have...And....if you like your music upbeat and infectious - then this original cast recording is a MUST HAVE for your collection..."

It's Perfect

Jeff R. Clow | 12/30/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I lent my copy of Pete 'n' Keely to a friend. When she returned my CD, she said that it was perfect. I agree. Many of the songs are an enjoyable trip down memory lane that brings back many fond memories. The new songs by Patrick Brady and Mark Waldropfit right in. Sally Mayes does the best rendition of "Black Coffee" that I have ever heard.Goerge Dvorsky's Fever" is also fantastic. It is not unusual for me to be sitting at my desk at work and have one of the songs run through my memory. That isd without any music in the background. My friends who have heard me play the CD have purchased a copy for themselves, they liked the CD so much."