Shirley basseys career has spanned four decades during which she had thirtyone hits, making her britains most successful female chart artist of the 20th century. A year later, dame shirley bassey toured the uk to sell out audiences. Released by capitol records in 2003 724354142529 containing music from moonraker 1979. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Category artist title format label category country year. Sani gamedze, penelope sai, jaimee paul, top of the pops and other artists. Overview biography songs similar artists cds vinyl dvds blurays. She now resides in monaco, and has recently sold her london apartment.
It is available for download on the itunes store and also streamable on the apple music streaming servive below. Aug 28, 2019 shirley bassey and i love you so 1990 live in costa del sol by shirley bassey music and vids. See more ideas about shirley bassey, living in amsterdam and 1980s. The wild oscar mix of of big spender is a lot of fun, but somewhat choppy. James bond theme songs ranked from worst to best, based on. The neveraging shirley bassey pulled her strength once again to release another studio album. Shirley bassey repeatedly said that she hated moonraker and only did it as a favour to john barry. A cardiff band will follow fellow welsh artists shirley bassey and tom jones into 007 musical folklore.
Moonraker was the third of the three bond films for which the theme song was performed by shirley bassey. Frank sinatra was considered for the vocals, before johnny mathis was approached and offered the opportunity. Bands were invited to write a song for the audio version of devil may care, due out this year to mark the centenary of bond creator ian flemings birth. Shirley bassey sang the theme tunes to goldfinger 1964, diamonds are forever 1971 and moonraker 1979. But if you want to hear a wonderful voice in albums from the 70s, this is a great group 4 of the 5 i had on vinyl. No good about goodbye is a song by shirley bassey belonging to the vocal music genre. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Explore the canals of venice and fight off the thugs from drax industries. Two bond superfans create an entertaining video in a campaign to get shirley bassey to sing. Download the best mp3 karaoke songs on karaoke version. See 007 fans edit themselves into every bond movie. Where can you download the super mario galaxy theme tunes. Find this track on albums cult themes from the 70s vol 2, a.
The theme song, sung by shirley bassey of goldfinger fame, never became a big hit, but its one of the best songs from a bond film. The collection 1996 the singles 1988 hello like before 2014. Hauntingly beautiful cover of the famous moonraker james bond theme by joan martin phoenix j, set to space images and film stills. At any rate, this is still a relatively decent album. James bond, a new collection of digitally remastered music from the franchises history, will be released in two configurations on october 8 th october 9 th in north america. As such, the title song has been somewhat brushed aside, some would. Whozat star chewing gum cards dame shirley veronica. The superfunk mix of moonraker would be great if it werent for the irritatingly repetative sound clips from the moon landing mixed into it. Moonraker the james bond ride at night planet coaster. As one of the most popular female vocalists of the 20th century, her interpretations of jazz standards and popular classics in. Songs like no good about goodbye by shirley bassey 2020. I think weve been here before, when lukas made the suggestion about kickstarter and lots of people sort of went, yeah, well.
As with other artists in this unique different packaging with minialbums inside cd series, the remastering is first class. Known as bassey the belter and also the tigress of tiger bay, her early career in touring shows and. Moonraker soundtrack music complete song list tunefind. Goldeneye is the hit theme performed by tina turner used for the 1995 james bond film goldeneye. Released by emi capitol in 1988 containing music from moonraker 1979. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod. Known to americans most for her belting rendition of the theme to goldfinger, the 1964 edition in the james bond series as well as 1971s diamonds are forever and 1979s moonraker, shirley bassey was one of the most popular female vocalists in britain during the last half of the 20th century. Also available in itunes more by shirley bassey see all. It is available for download on the itunes store and also streamable on.
The theme tune to 007, moonraker, performed by shirley bassey. Where are you why do you hide where is that moonlight trail that leads to your side just like the moonraker goes in search of his dream of g. Billie eilish finally drops mournful title track for 25th. This was the third official james bond recording for shirley bassey and her last recording for the united artists label. Here you find more information and download links for something by shirley bassey. Mathis was unhappy about the song and withdrew from. Reach for the stars shirley bassey by snapshotofharlech. Shirley bassey the shirley bassey singles album discogs. Download shirley bassey mp3 songs and albums music downloads. Moonraker download on itunes moonraker play on spotify moonraker play on youtube moonraker. Moonraker backing track mp3 shirley bassey instrumental. Dame shirley veronica bassey, born january 8, 1937, is a welsh singer, perhaps bestknown for performing the theme songs to the james bond films goldfinger1964, diamonds are forever1971, and moonraker 1979. She is the only singer to have recorded more than one james bond theme song.
James bond movie theme songs, ranked worst to best rolling. But james has grabbed the bull by the horns and the. Where are you why do you hide where is that moonlight trail that leads to your side just like the moonraker goes in search of his dream of gold. And, of course, the james bond theme itself is one of the most instantly recognisable pieces of film music ever written. In the us, in particular, she is best known for recording the theme songs to the james bond films goldfinger 1964, diamonds are forever 1971, and moonraker 1979. This is my new james bond themed ride following the moonraker movie. Greatest hits by shirley bassey on apple music itunes. Here bond gets his aston martin, spars with two statuesque british beauties and pits his wits against a memorable villain, auric goldfinger. Cover versions of moonraker by shirley bassey secondhandsongs. Skyfall is the theme song of the james bond film of the same name, performed by english singersongwriter adele. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. For entertainment purposes only, i do not claim ownership or rights of this production. The song was meant for johnny mathis and shirley was asked to record it when he couldnt.
Nov 11, 2016 dame shirley veronica bassey, dbe born 8 january 1937 is a welsh singer whose career began in the mid1950s, and is well known both for her powerful voice and for recording the theme songs to. It was written by adele and producer paul epworth and features orchestration by j. Musixmatch for spotify and itunes is now available for your computer download now. The song was written especially for turner by bono and the edge of u2 when they learned that she had been offered to sing the theme to the upcoming bond movie, and the track was produced and mixed by renowned british producerremixercomposer nellee hooper, bestknown for his work with massive. Along the way, he joins forces with nasa scientist holly goodhead lois chiles, and discovers a plot by evil industrialist hugo drax to take over the world by destroying earth with nerve gas, then breeding a super race in outer space. Moonraker soundtrack from 1979, composed by john barry. Just like the moonraker goes in search of his dream of gold, i search for love, for someone to have and hold, ive seen your smile in a thousand dreams, felt your touch and it always seems, you love me, you love me.
The dames first public rendtition of the bond theme moonraker. Discover moonraker karaoke backing track as made famous by shirley bassey. Shirley bassey moonraker main title 1979, vinyl discogs. Moonraker is the soundtrack for the eleventh james bond film of the same name. Where is that moonlight trail that leads to your side. To download the track you can use our shop links to amazon and itunes.
Feb 03, 2017 the song did not chart and the soundtrack lp only reached position 159 on the lp charts. Moonraker soundtrack by various artists on apple music. Shirley bassey at 80 her 8 most iconic performance music. The audio file used in this video is an mp3 render of the hit trax midi file backing track.
The performance is a collection of songs that prove that age is not a problem to this singer. Download on amazon moonraker play on apple music moonraker download on itunes moonraker play on spotify. May 06, 2016 listen to your favorite songs from playlist. And the only one by her that is a straightforward ballad. Does this mean shirley bassey gets to sing the title song again. At any rate, this is still a relatively decent album and a definite musthave for fans of shirley bassey. Listen to shirley bassey soundcloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create 1060 tracks. Like tom jones, shirley bassey was introduced to a new generation of fans. Sals song has been chosen as the theme tune for the new james bond book. Shirley bassey when you smile 1990 live in costa del sol by shirley bassey music and vids. The official james bond 007 website 50 years of bond themes.
About moonraker the title track of the eleventh james bond film, for the third time done by shirley bassey. Shirley bassey this is shirley bassey lyrics and tracklist. Songs like no good about goodbye by shirley bassey 2020 picks. Shirley bassey and her powerful voice are best known for recording the theme songs for james bond films goldfinger, diamonds are forever and moonraker. James bond features the memorable theme songs from all 22 official bond films and. Shirley bassey originally released moonraker written by hal david and john barry and shirley bassey released it on the album moonraker in 1979. Stream tracks and playlists from shirley bassey on your desktop or mobile device. The film company eon productions invited the singer to work on the theme song in early 2011, a task that adele accepted after reading the films script. See 007 fans edit themselves into every bond movie cnet. Regardless of length, the moonraker score wields a potent spell. On her majestys secret service the john barry orchestra 16. The song did not chart and the soundtrack lp only reached position 159 on the lp charts. Welsh singer shirley bassey began her recording carrer in 1956 with her first uk hit being a year later with the banana boat song. Shirley bassey, famed singer of james bonds goldfinger, releases a cd revamping some of her classic hits and introducing new songs, including a cover of pinks get the party started.
In january 1959, bassey became the first welsh person to gain a no. With this playlist, over the course of time, id like to present a compilation of songs that i feel a strong connection to, so i felt the need to just record them and share them with you from the heart. Most of the shirley bassey albums i have on cd are 60s. Some tracks may include sampled instruments from high quality sample libraries. Shirley bassey repeatedly said that she hated moonraker and only did. He always runs while others walk he acts while other men just talk thunderball the opening theme of a james bond film is as much a part of the whole bond experience as the guns, gadgets and girls that are associated with the worlds greatest secret agent.
Moonraker remastered soundtrack from 1979, composed by john barry. Vinyl 7 shirley bassey moonraker main title 1979, vinyl discogs. Shirley bassey moonraker 1979 as a bond movie, moonraker itself occupies a strange place in the canon. Shirley bassey bassey sings bond vinyl mp3 album download.
Dame shirley veronica bassey, dbe born 8 january 1937 is a welsh singer with a career spanning more than 60 years. Basseys major success occurred in the 1960s and 70s with big spender, never never never, something along with her me. Just like the moonraker goes in search of his dream. Get all the lyrics to songs on this is shirley bassey and join the genius community of music scholars to learn the meaning behind the lyrics. The 18yearold songbird is the youngest person to ever. James bond 50th anniversary collection, including james bond theme from dr. In this 11th film of the series, agent 007roger moore is assigned to investigate a hijacked space shuttle. Also available in itunes you may also like see all. It was released in the usa as a track in the album the performance which has 11 other tracks. Feb 15, 2010 shirley bassey s theme song for moonraker 1979 lyrics. Mathis was unhappy about the song and withdrew from the project, leaving the producers scrambling for a replacement.
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