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List Of Songs Recorded By Sergio Franchi
This is a comprehensive list of the songs recorded by Sergio Franchi. It begins with the songs he recorded on the Durium label in Italy and in the UK (1959-1961), and continues with the songs he recorded in the United States beginning in 1962. Songs recorded at Durium Studios, Italy & UK Most of these thirty-one (1959-1961) songs were recorded in the Italian language: the exception is the third song, which was recorded in both Italian and English/Italian versions. "Il nostro concerto" and "Amore Mio" were both originally recorded by Franchi in Italian, but English/Italian versions were recorded by him on the Durium (UK) label. Franchi's recordings of "Amore Mio" and "I tuoi occhi verde" were hit singles in Italy. The songs in this section were primarily recordings for the popular Italian market (includes four Christmas carols) during Franchi's return to Italy from South Africa; it includes selections from the Sanremo Music Festival during 1960 and 1961. Songs titles include lik ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sergio Franchi
Sergio Franchi (born Sergio Franci Galli; April 6, 1926 – May 1, 1990) was an Italian-American tenor and actor who enjoyed success in the United States and internationally after gaining notice in Britain in the early 1960s. In 1962, RCA Victor signed him to a seven-year contract and in October of that year Franchi appeared on ''The Ed Sullivan Show'' and performed at Carnegie Hall. Sol Hurok managed Franchi's initial American concert tour. Franchi became a headliner in Las Vegas, and starred in concerts and cabarets on several continents. His earliest ambitions and studies had been directed toward an operatic career, but he instead found his niche in popular and romantic music. Franchi performed musical comedies on stage, appeared on numerous television variety shows, and starred in a major motion picture. He became an American citizen in 1972. After gaining success, Franchi was a benefactor and philanthropist, donating his time and talent to many causes. For his longtime sup ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Never Never Never
''Never Never Never'' is a 1973 album by Shirley Bassey. It features the hit single title track, which was a UK top 10 hit, which became one of Bassey's best-known songs. The album also became a top 10 hit in the UK and was a moderate hit in the US. Overview Released in May 1973, this album saw a peak in the Shirley Bassey career revival that she was experiencing during the early 1970s. The album's lead single, "Never, Never Never" had been a hit, reaching No. 8 in the UK Charts and remaining in the top 50 for 19 weeks, becoming one of her biggest and most well-known hits. It also performed well in the US, becoming her only single to make three different charts: No. 48 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, No. 8 on the Adult Contemporary Chart, and No. 67 on the R&B Chart. Also included were covers of contemporary hits such as "Baby I'm-a Want You", "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and " No Regrets" - the latter sharing the title with another song Bassey had recorded and released i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
And That Reminds Me
"And That Reminds Me", also known as "My Heart Reminds Me", is a popular song. Background The music was based on the Italian instrumental, "Concerto d'autunno," by Camillo Bargoni. As "Autumn Concerto", it reached the Music Vendor pop survey in versions by Richard Hayman and Carmen Cavallaro. The English language lyrics were written by Al Stillman and Paul Siegel. Recorded versions *First noted recording is by the Italian singer Flo Sandon's (May 2, 1956). *Johnny Dorelli recorded in Italy a version in English in 1956 with the original title "Concerto d'autunno" with the lyrics by Siegel. *The first recorded version in English was done by Della Reese and The Honey Dreamers in 1957, under the title "And That Reminds Me" (Jubilee Records catalog number 5292), and it reached number 23 on the weekly ''Billboard'' Best Seller chart, and number 29 in the Top 100 chart. It also peaked at number 16 on '' Cashbox''s Best Seller chart. *Kay Starr came out with another version under the title ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vorrei Che Fosse Amore
"Vorrei che fosse amore" ( en, "I wish it was love") is a song written by Antonio Amurri and Bruno Canfora. Italian singer Mina recorded it in 1968 as the final theme of the musical TV show '' Canzonissima''. The song was later included on her album '' Canzonissima '68'', and was also released as a single, reaching number 9 on the Italian chart. According to ''Cash Box'' magazine, it was ranked 77th on the list of the best-selling singles in Italy between July 1968 and July 1969. The following year, the song was re-recorded by Mina in French under the title "Si..." and released as a single. To promote this publication, at the end of April 1969, the singer went to Paris, where she performed the song on local television. Mina also recorded an English version called "More Than Strangers", which was released as a single and later included on the album of the same name distributed in the USA. Track listing ;7" single (Italy) :A. "Vorrei che fosse amore" (Antonio Amurri, Bruno Canfora ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mattinata
Mattinata ( nap, label= Foggiano, Matenéte) is a seaside resort town and ''comune'' (municipality) in the province of Foggia, Apulia, southern Italy. Geography The only town in Apulia facing south the Adriatic sea, Mattinata is part of the Gargano National Park (''Parco Nazionale del Gargano''). The main urban area is located up on two hills enclosed by mountains in the northern, western and southern sides. The town faces eastward a plain (''Piana di Mattinata'') facing the Adriatic sea. The northern coastal part is known for its chalky white cliffs, its large number of suggestive sea grottos and, above all, for its two Faraglioni stacks located in the Zagare Bay area. The area surrounding Mattinata is also a popular destination for botanical experts, due to the existence of around 60 different species of orchids. History The first humans to settle in the area were tribes of Eastern European origin, mainly from Greece and the Balkans (Iapyges), which populated the surround ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mama (David Whitfield Song)
"Mamma" is a popular music, popular song composed in 1940 in music, 1940 by Cesare Andrea Bixio with Italian language, Italian lyrics by Bixio Cherubini under the title "Mamma son tanto felice" (''Mum, I am so happy''). The performers of this song included: Beniamino Gigli, Luciano Tajoli, Richard Tucker (tenor), Richard Tucker, Claudio Villa (singer), Claudio Villa, Robertino Loreti, Violetta Villas, Muslim Magomayev (musician), Muslim Magomayev, Luciano Pavarotti, Toto Cutugno, Andrea Bocelli, Sergio Franchi, Romina Arena, Jon Christos and Mario Frangoulis. In 1946, the English lyrics were written by Harold Barlow (songwriter), Harold Barlow and Phil Brito who had their popular recording hit the charts in May 1946 under the title of "Mama". British singer David Whitfield also had a hit with the song, which reached number 12 in the UK Singles Chart in 1955 in music, 1955. The British lyrics did differ from the American ones. The song was re-arranged and re-written by Geoffrey P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malafemmena
"Malafemmena" (; "Bad Woman") is a song written by the Neapolitan actor Totò (Antonio de Curtis) in 1951. It has become one of the most popular Italian songs, a classic of the Canzone Napoletana genre, and has been recorded by many artists. Background Totò dedicated the song, which is in the Neapolitan language, to his wife, Diana Bandini, after they separated in 1950. It was first sung by Antonio Basurto, then by Mario Abbate before becoming a hit for Giacomo Rondinella. Film Music The song was used in the film ''Totò, Peppino e la malafemmina'' directed by Camillo Mastrocinque (1956), sung by Teddy Reno. It was the top-grossing movie of the year in Italy with a 1,751,300 Italian lire (about 40 million Euros in 2009) turnover.Italian national network page about the movie in Italia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Just Say I Love Her
"Just Say I Love Her" ("Just Say I Love Him" when recorded by a female singer) is a popular song, adapted from the Neapolitan song "Dicitencello vuje". The original music was written by Neapolitan composer Rodolfo Falvo in 1930; and was arranged in United States by Jack Val and Jimmy Dale; the original Neapolitan lyrics by Enzo Fusco, and English lyrics by Martin Kalmanoff and Sam Ward. A recording by Johnny Desmond was made on January 20, 1950, and released by MGM (catalog number 10758). It reached #24 on the Billboard chart. Vic Damone's 1950 recording of the song reached #13 on the Billboard chart. Recorded versions *Johnny Desmond ( 1950) *Frankie Avalon *Tony Bennett ( 1950) *Vic Damone ( 1950) *Eddie Fisher *Connie Francis - for her album ''More Italian Favorites'' (1960). *Timi Yuro - ''Hurt!!!!!!!'' (1961). *Sumo * Robert Goulet - ''My Love Forgive Me'' (1964). *Dean Martin - for his album '' Dino: Italian Love Songs'' (1962) *Al Martino - ''The Exciting Voice of Al Martino' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Canzone Per Te
Switzerland competed at the Eurovision Song Contest 1991, held in Rome, Italy. The Swiss entry was Sandra Simó with the Italian song "Canzone per te", composed by Renato Mascetti. Before Eurovision National final The final was held on 23 February 1991 at the Casino du Rivage in Vevey, hosted by Lolita Morena. The winner was decided by the votes of 3 regional juries, a press jury and an expert jury. At Eurovision Simó performed 5th on the night of the contest, following Greece and preceding Austria. At the close of the voting the song had received 118 points, placing 5th of 22. The Swiss conductor at the contest was Flaviano Cuffari. Voting References External linksSwiss National Final 1991 {{Eurovision Song Contest 1991 1991 Countries in the Eurovision Song Contest 1991 Eurovision The Eurovision Song Contest (), sometimes abbreviated to ESC and often known simply as Eurovision, is an international songwriting competition organised annually by the Eur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Godfather
''The Godfather'' is a 1972 American crime film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, who co-wrote the screenplay with Mario Puzo, based on Puzo's best-selling 1969 novel of the same title. The film stars Marlon Brando, Al Pacino, James Caan, Richard Castellano, Robert Duvall, Sterling Hayden, John Marley, Richard Conte, and Diane Keaton. It is the first installment in ''The Godfather'' trilogy, chronicling the Corleone family under patriarch Vito Corleone (Brando) from 1945 to 1955. It focuses on the transformation of his youngest son, Michael Corleone (Pacino), from reluctant family outsider to ruthless mafia boss. Paramount Pictures obtained the rights to the novel for $80,000, before it gained popularity. Studio executives had trouble finding a director; the first few candidates turned down the position before Coppola signed on to direct the film but disagreement followed over casting several characters, in particular, Vito (Marlon Brando) and Michael (Al Pacino). Filmi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
O Marenariello
"Marenariello" is a Neapolitan song written in 1893 by Gennaro Ottaviano (words) and Salvatore Gambardella (music). American singer Perry Como included this song in his album '' Perry Como in Italy'' in 1966. The song was adapted into the English language hit "I Have But One Heart" and was sung by Andrea Bocelli on his first classical album ''Viaggio Italiano'' released in 1997. A Dutch version, "Het vissermeisje", was a hit in the 1930s for Joseph Schmidt Joseph Schmidt (4 March 1904 – 16 November 1942) was an Austro-Hungarian and Romanian Jewish tenor and actor. Life and career Schmidt was born in Davideny (Ukrainian: '' Davydivka'') village in the Storozhynets district of the Bukovina .... Text of the song References Neapolitan songs {{song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
