Gloria Swanson - In Boulevard
Review by Chloe Stannard
In Boulevard by Gloria Swanson is a classic album that features the iconic actress and singer's stunning vocal range and captivating performance style. The album, which was originally released in 1952, contains a mix of popular standards and lesser-known gems, all of which are expertly arranged and performed by Swanson.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "Love Is Like a Song", a romantic ballad that showcases Swanson's ability to convey deep emotion through her singing. Another highlight is "Boulevard", a lively and upbeat number that captures the energy and excitement of life in the big city.
Throughout the album, Swanson's voice is rich and expressive, with a smooth and velvety tone that perfectly suits the material. Her performances are complemented by lush orchestral arrangements that add depth and texture to the songs.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| I'm A Native - Reprise | ||
| Those Wonderful People | ||
| The Paramount Lot | ||
| I Love You So Much That I Hate You From Perfect Understanding | ||
| Finale | ||
| I'm a Native, I'm a Native - Reprise | ||
| Take Five | ||
| Norma Desmond's Living Room | ||
| What's the Answer? | ||
| Hollywood Boulevard | ||
| Off With The Old | ||
| Norma Desmond's House | ||
| Betty'S Office | ||
| Norma Desmond's Living Room | ||
| For Real | ||
| Lamont'S Office | ||
| Stay Close | ||
| There's an Angle Here, What's the Answer | ||
| Off with the Old, Stay Close, You Must Have Love, Off with the Old | ||
| Stay Close, You Must Have Love, Off with the Old | ||
| I'm A Native | ||
| Super, Super | ||
| Hand it to the Glands | ||
| What's The Answer | ||
| Ich Liebe Dich, My Dear From Perfect Understanding | ||
| Love (Your Spell Is Everywhere) From The Trespasser | ||
| Stay Close / There's An Angle Here (Reprise) | ||
| Supermarket On Sunset Boulevard | ||
| Norma Desmond's Main Hall | ||
| If You Haven't Got Love From Indiscreet | ||
| Take A Crack At The Zodiac - | ||
| Norma's Bedroom | ||
| Sheldrake's Office | ||
| Maps! Maps! - Reprise | ||
| New Year's Eve: Norma's Home | ||
| Maps! Maps! | ||
| The Doors are Closed | ||
| Come To Me From Indiscreet | ||
| Untitled Love Story | ||
| There's an Angle Here | ||
| Those Wonderful People (Reprise) | ||
| Talk! Talk! Talk! | ||
| Serenade From The Trespasser | ||
| Dawn Break On Sunset Boulevard |
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Catalog Numbers
- STAGE 9005
- BLD/GS
Labels
- Stage Door Records
- Not On Label
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Formats
- 2 × CD
- Album
- Remastered
- Vinyl
- LP
- Unofficial Release
Notes
- Boulevard! is the original concept musical based on the 1950 Billy Wilder film 'Sunset Boulevard'. With music and lyrics by Dickson Hughes and Richard Stapley under the direction of Gloria Swanson, this musical never made it to the stage. Swanson recreates her iconic role as the faded silent screen star Norma Desmond. Throughout the fifties Swanson and her writing team (as well as a host of singers) recorded a number of demo recordings that Swanson would play to prospective producers as well as guests at her private cocktail parties.
- In a cruel blow to Swanson's confidence, Paramount refused permission for the production to be staged. However this collection of demo recordings demonstrate that 'Sunset Boulevard' was first interpreted as a musical some forty years before Andrew Lloyd Webber's version took to the stage.
- This collection also features rare bonus tracks of Swanson's first recordings from her illustrious film career.
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Barcode: 5055122190059About Gloria Swanson
Real Name
- Gloria Josephine May Swanson
Name Vars
- Swanson Gloria
