Caught In The Act (CD + DVD)

 "Caught in the Act" really sizzles!!!
Until the day comes when I am fortunate enough to see Mr. Buble in the flesh at some concert hall or Vegas/AC nightclub, this fabulous CD/DVD set will do just fine, thank you.

It's been just a couple of years since the record-buying public (including myself) gave this talented young man a first listen, and with every release since then, he has consistently wowed us with his amazing vocal prowess and stage presence. The entire package is first-rate (even the extras on the DVD that won't even air on PBS).

I am praying that Mr. Buble will one day descend on Sinatra's old turf (Capitol studio A) and put his own magical stamp on more of the great songs his idols made famous (and of course, the new ones). FIVE STARS IS JUST NOT ENOUGH!!!!

 "the Vancouver Crooner strikes again with another winner ~ Michael Buble"
Reprise Records presents another winner in the circle of "American Standards" with Michael Bublé's latest release "Caught In The Act [Live]", with friends backing him in the Count Basie Band signature style...dynamic arrangements by John Clayton Jr., Don Costa, Jerry Hey, Bill Hollman, Jeremy Lubbock, Johnny Mandel, Billy May, Sammy Nestico, Bill Ross, Don Sebesky and Alan Chang music director and arranger...with performances of 8 songs on CD and 20 tracks on DVD, proves Michael is leading the pack in todays jazz interpretation of lyric and style.

Pop vocalist of the millennium is Michael Buble, the Vancouver crooner featuring an unforgettable youthful style that takes you back to the '40s, '50s and '60s...listening to every tune on this album brings back memories of Nat King Cole (one of my favorite singers of all time), Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and Mel Torme as they were performing favorite hits of the day...Michael has the uncanny ability to nail each track making it his own.

Sit back and let's take a listen to the selections on this CD guaranteed winner:

1. FEELING GOOD (5:06)
2. SUMMER WIND (4:20)
3. HOME (3:52)
4. YOU AND I (3:48)
5. THE MORE I SEE YOU (4:03)
6. YOU'LL NEVER FIND ANOTHER LOVE LIKE MINE (with Laura Pausini) (3:42)
7. CAN'T BUY ME LOVE (2:29)
8. SMILE (3:46)

There are a few stand outs and highlights with "FEELING GOOD", wonderful arrangement by David Foster, as Buble sings the orchestrated brass gives off a James Bond flavor and you're waiting for your drink...shaken not stirred..."HOME", composed by Michael Buble, arranged by David Foster and Bill Ross is the most requested song from this album on the airwaves..."CAN'T BUY ME LOVE", jazzy arrangement by John Clayton Jr and David Foster, more than a toe-tapper, as Buble swings with a vengence..."THE MORE I SEE YOU", arranger John Clayton Jr. shows you why the late Billy May with Capitol Records was the greatest arranger for the label, Buble swings this one in the Sinatra style and you're loving every minute of it..."SONG FOR YOU", the great Leon Russell's hit, arranged by David Foster and Bill Ross with guest artist Chris Botti on trumpet is completely mesmerizing ..."YOU AND I", composer Stevie Wonder arranged by David Foster and Jeremy Lubbock brings a tear to your eye as Michael pours his heart out, along with heartfelt lyrics and brings it home, just listen quietly and see if you don't agree...entire album has soul...this track alone is worth the price of the album.

My wife and I were fortunate enough to see Michael in a St. Louis concert, met him back stage...might add this young man made a very positive impression on all who attended that night's show...he's a first class guy and has everything going for him...couldn't happen to a nicer person...it's like second nature with his natural ability to vocalize and be a crowd pleaser is pure magic...shows why Buble has the the stuff stars are made of...he's the hottest property in the genre of "American Standards" today...as Michael warns his band, "get ready it's about to start all over again"...climb aboard this musical merry-go-round, you'll never regret it...because Mikey is Back!!

Total Time: CD/DVD Set ~ Reprise / WEA 49444 ~ (11/22/2005)

 4 Words to describe this DVD package: Ex Cept Tion Al
This combination package is Exceptional and would appeal to everybody who appreciates quality of sound and visuals and loves being fully engaged and entertained. Buble is a stunning performer and captures you from his 1st appearance on stage and the perfect first note. Add the cd of songs and it's a winner all round

 A VERY GOOD PRODUCTION.
SWAY WITH ME. Simply a very pretty and a very romantic CD/DVD. People have mentioned that Mr Buble is trying to be Darin or Sinatra.
I say "Thank you for keeping the beautiful music alive." Mr. Buble has such a wonderful voice, great timing and true love of the music. You cannot get any better than this today. Wonderful.

 Absolutely awesome
The CD hasn't left my car player since I bought it and I could watch the DVD every day. What an awesome performer Mr. Buble is. His voice is just incredibly smooth and flawless. It's wonderful to see young performers who appreciate the song stylings of the master songwriters of the standards. It's also wonderful to listen to someone who actually sings. His phrasing is excellent and his tonal quality superb. I'm loving this.

 An audiophiles perspective
I own a $40k home theater system. And if you have a high-end audio and video this is a must have in your collection period.

 Better than being there!
I could not imagine my wife and I spending our Sunday evening TV viewing hours watching a concert on DVD! But we did! I sucked us right in and we couldn't turn it off!
And I was constantly amazed of how talented this guy really is. Listening to CDs, yeah you hear the music, but when you see it, and the interaction with the band and the audience, and the lights and the set, well, it's just incredible!!
This guy is heading straight to the top!
And I hope DVD is the wave of the future of music, so you can really experience the artists. CDs are one diminsional, bleh.

 Buble At His Best!!!
I was first introduced to Michael Buble a couple of years ago when his career was first beginning to soar. It was very obvious that this young man's talents would bring him far. My wife and I were very fortunate to see him in person at the Folly Theater in Kansas City approximately 18 months ago and our high esteem for Michael was solidified in granite --- we would be fans of his for life. This live CD/DVD album is a "must own". It is superbly recorded and mixed. It will give you the impetus to seek out and attend one of his live performances.

 BUBLE HAS ARRIVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have been a Buble fan since. the beginning. This man has grown into the cosumate performer. He echo's visions of Darin & Sinatra, but his style is his own. The person who stated that he copies Darin & Sinatra is way off base. Watch the DVD & judge for yourself. Buble is in a class by himself. He sings, dances, and a teriffic sense of humor, but most important, he loves what he does, and thanks to him, this great music lives on. Keep singing the standards, Michael, for these are truly America's songs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Bravo, Buble!!!!

 Buble shows he's no ordinary Joe
CD portion - 8 songs sung live and in concert including the smash hit Home. Flawless in his delivery, Michael Buble conjures up memories of a young Elvis crossed with the smoothness of Dean Martin and the zest of Bobby Darin. Being recorded live is the ultimate test of a singer's true ability and Buble makes it clear that he has pipes of velvet.

DVD portion - 15 songs packed with energy and raw emotion - as mentioned previously, to be note perfect AND recorded live is a testament to this man's talent. The banter that runs between the audience and Buble is sweet - Buble has that 'It' factor - he's very charismatic and charming and his love of live performing awesome to behold. He's no ordinary Joe, that's for sure!