Preview snippet here:
https://www.dianaross.com/listen-remixes
more info here:
https://dianarossproject.wordpress.c...lieve-out-now/
Preview snippet here:
https://www.dianaross.com/listen-remixes
more info here:
https://dianarossproject.wordpress.c...lieve-out-now/
Diana’s vocals sound refreshingly good on this snippet. With momentum building for “ITWJD”, it might be better if all attention was focussed on it.
It’s a beautiful disco track with a Latin feel this girl is on fire her vocals are Superb
https://youtube.com/watch?v=7KcYG1tISSU&feature=share Here it is beautiful people love it
https://youtu.be/BCFVhdKB6II Another one it says it’s a Alternate version
This song has potential.
But, the music and background vocals have to soar, almost gospel-like, and they don’t. They just lay there in the distance. Very disappointing the song never builds to its rightful glorious crescendo. Thus, a single listen is all I’ll give it.
Last edited by Circa 1824; 10-15-2021 at 12:19 PM.
Try to not let it bother you. This forum has literally seen people go to their graves trying [and failing) to denigrate Diana. Some posters apparently have nothing to do with their lives other than comment negatively on every post to every thread. Let's be happy that Our Miss Ross has new music that the discerning among us are loving!
Is it just me, or is Diana sounding in better voice the older she gets? She sounds fantastic! Cannot WAIT for this new CD!
Diana Ross is perfect.
And though it will be a sad day when she leaves her earthly body to go back to heaven to co-rule with God the Father, I will take pleasure that she will finally dish out punishment and her wrath to every single person who dare say a bad word about her. God is keeping those Diana Ross haters and critics under the delusion that they will be in heaven for eternity. But when Diana returns to heaven she will cast each and every one to eternal damnation of hell. I for one can't wait.
Our Diana, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us our day our daily sequin
And never forgive your trespasses as we should never forgive those who say an unkind word about you our Supreme Miss Ross
And lead us not into Temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine if the kingdom, and the power and the glory, forever and ever.
Amen.
Thanks for sharing these links, after you. The alternate version that was posted at the first link is an extended version, as it runs for over 5 mins...and the second link runs at around 3:40, which seems to match the running time of the version included on the album, per Wikipedia I wonder if this alternate/extended version was fan-made or if it is official and will be released digitally later?
Love this song!!! It's so much fun and she sounds great!
Last edited by carlo; 10-15-2021 at 01:47 PM.
I really like the song, as wel as the, looking at the profile of the poster on YouTube, a fanmade alternate. If she is ever going to do this live, I can foresee a costume change moment....lol
To Ollie & Spreadinglove: I know that Diana's voice has lowered a bit, but that doesn't bother me at all. In fact, I think that makes her sound kinda sexy! What I'm comparing her to is back in 2002 when she was experiencing personal problems. Her voice was, shall we say, less than stellar. Since then, to my ears, her voice has not only returned to its former glory, it's even better than before. Case in point: A couple of years ago, at the televised tribute to Berry Gordy, Diana ventured down into the audience to sing "My Man" directly to Berry! My God! I couldn't believe it! She sounded FANTASTIC! My cousin in western NY even texted me -- amazed that Diana could still sing so well. [[You have to remember that Diana hasn't gotten much airplay up north since the mid-80s, so my cousin hasn't heard her sing in years.) I think that part of the reason she's in such good voice is because the stressful part of her career is over. She is now surrounded by her loving family which are the loves of her life, and she has the freedom to perform only when she wants to [[which, lucky for us, is often!)
And, spreadinglove, you're so right about Diana's exceptional gift for phrasing. It's immaculate with each and every "ooh" placed perfectly and strategically -- all a part of the Motown magic!
Last edited by Philles/Motown Gary; 10-17-2021 at 08:07 PM.
To suggest her voice is as good now, if not even better then it was in her 70’s and 80’s heyday is perhaps being a little over zealous. Yes, she does sound very good for her age, but with the passing of time all voices decline loosing power, range and flexibility.
One only has to compare her struggling to hit the notes in 2018 performances of “Home” and compare them to the Forum concert of 81 for glaring confirmation.
I agree with others her voice does seem to have improved the last couple of years, sounding much clearer. Her voice also sound warm and inviting on the new album.
Last edited by Ollie9; 10-18-2021 at 02:45 AM.
Not quite my love. I agreed that her voice has improved from recent years. What I didn’t agree with is that at 77 her voice has returned to its former glory and is even better then before as you posted. I’m sorry, but that’s simply not true.
Not being unkind, just honest and realistic.
She still sounds good, so perhaps we should just leave it at that.
I totally agree with you, Philles/Motown Gary. Diana's voice is lower but it still sounds strong and wonderful. It's still so emotive, jazzy and breathy, soaring with clarity. The second last time I saw her in concert, was in October 2018, and I managed to record some audio of that particular show, as she performed at a charity gala in Ottawa with an orchestra and she was in impressive voice that particular night. Here is a clip that I recorded of her singing Endless Love, in case anyone needs proof that she still sounds amazing...
https://youtu.be/5uEYj39gTBw
Thanks, Carlo. That's exactly what I'm talking about! And another neat thing about Diana is that when she aims for a high note [[of which there are many throughout her shows), she hits it every time -- right on the mark! BTW, you had some really great seats for that show. And the stage lighting is gorgeous!
So glad you enjoyed the audio, Peace, vgalindo and Philles/Motown Gary. Yes she still has a fantastic instrument. I was reading that she has been taking vocal lessons during the past couple of years, which I am glad to hear, because she's taking care of her voice, which is especially important as one ages. In regards to your comment on her high notes Philles/Motown Gary, I have been most impressed with her adding "Home" from The Wiz back into some of her more recent live shows. She also did it that evening in Ottawa and the audio is also on my YouTube channel. That is one of her more challenging songs, in a vocal sense, and I have been continually impressed by her recent performances of it.
Thank you! We sat in the front of the balcony for this particular show, as the tickets were quite expensive, being a black tie affair. However, it was so worth it and an unforgettable evening. I hope there will be more opportunities to see Ms Ross with an orchestra in the future. Highly recommended!
Last edited by carlo; 10-17-2021 at 11:10 PM.
Last edited by Philles/Motown Gary; 10-17-2021 at 11:24 PM.
Last edited by carlo; 10-18-2021 at 08:14 AM.
Yeah, Carlo, Canandaigua is about 30 minutes southeast of Rochester, NY, which is about an hour from Buffalo, NY, which is near the U.S./Canadian border. I'm glad your friend was able to verify what a fantastic show it was! Believe me when I say that I had no idea that people from the Finger Lakes area were such avid Diana fans, but, boy, were they ever! The entire show was electric from start to finish, with Diana and the audience constantly feeding off of each other. At the end of the show, Diana earned not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 individual encores and standing ovations! After leaving the stage each time, she returned to sing an additional song 3 separate times! Upon the 4th standing ovation, however, with the audience STILL begging for more, she drew the line and cut us off. Can't blame her! If she hadn't, we would have kept her there all night!
I hate to interrupt a rousing back-and-forth….
But Gary do you recall the four encores?
I’m guessing , really going out on a limb here, I will survive was the first ….
Hee haw , do you recall the Four Encores —- sound like I’m asking about an old sixties group lol.
Last edited by Boogiedown; 10-18-2021 at 05:17 PM.
No problem, Boogie. I just don't appreciate being told that I'm not allowed to interpret what my own two ears are hearing.
Regarding Diana's encores that spectacular night, she definitely performed "I Will Survive", but whether or not it was among the encore tunes, I don't recall. One of the encores may have been "Strange Fruit" from "Lady..." Again, she indeed performed it, but whether or not as an encore, I don't recall. You gotta remember, Boog, it was 7 years ago. At 70, half the time, I'm lucky if I can remember what I had for supper the night before!
I can tell you that one particular highlight of that show was Diana's horn section. The trombonist, the baritone sax player, the guy who plays tenor sax, and probably a trumpeter were strategically placed out front of the orchestra and to the audience's left. Those guys were featured nearly as much as Diana herself and the back-up singers who were to the audience's right. For some songs, the horn section's part was cleverly choreographed. And, boy, were those guys good! In hindsight, I'm disappointed to report that Diana must have changed that part of her show. Based on her recent YouTube concert videos, the horn guys are no longer out front for the shows.
Hey, you laugh about The Encores! Look what I found!
https://youtu.be/2B2hqFeQlTQ
HeHe!!!
The song was online on Apple music, but a few days later not available anymore...what happened? And by the way, I like the song very much
The release date for this single was pulled from her website a week or two ago, so they decided not to release I Still Believe as a single at this time, likely because If the World Just Dance is getting some attention in the UK and via the new YouTube video. I am guessing that the label forgot to update their digital tags, to keep I Still Believe from being available on iTunes and Apple Music last Friday. Someone at Decca probably realized the mistake too late, and then updated the digital tags, which usually takes 24 hours to fully update, hence the reason why the track disappeared a day or so later.
Honestly, I can't wait for the album, and I am loving what I am hearing, but the marketing efforts and strategic plan from the label thus far has been a complete mess, between this single mysteriously disappearing from her website schedule, then appearing on iTunes, and then disappearing. Then there's the album release date being delayed from September, as well as this latest low budget music video [[it's cute and fun, but low budget), etc. It seems like the label's plan is to just throw the album into the water, and then see if it swims. If they aren't going to properly promote it, then I really hope that all of us fans will be coming out in big numbers to buy and stream it. Despite the non-existent promotional efforts, the album itself thus far seems to be top notch, in a musical sense.
Last edited by carlo; 10-20-2021 at 04:58 PM.
All the uploads of "I Still Believe" on YouTube have now been deleted. But someone posted "Just In Case" now. There are obviously many review copies flowing around for two months now, so it is only logical some of it gets "leaked."
There is [[was) a new mix of Diana's "I Still Believe" which combined it with "Stop In The Name Of Love". Of the various "I Still Believe" mixes, it's my favorite.
I just discovered this new ballad masterpiece:
"Time To Call"
https://youtu.be/qTZf6g_2ZMs
I think I've fallen in love with Diana all over again!
Last edited by Philles/Motown Gary; 10-20-2021 at 05:48 PM.
being released wed,..... nov 3 just b4 the album. love this one
Here it is https://youtu.be/fWi8PQSl-iA so sorry so beautiful
Last edited by after you; 11-02-2021 at 10:55 PM.
Yes, finally officially released. It's been in my head for two weeks, so good to hear it again. The Ross love party continues. This is just such a happy song!
[[now hopefully some good mixes... song is way too short)
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