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Here is the official press release, thanks to Nathalie. Be sure to go on Facebook and RSVP to the event!
“The success of “Duets II” is due in part to Bennett’s insistence on doing each of the 17 tracks live in the studio with his partner rather than by exchanging digital files, making the performances more intimate and spontaneous. At 85, Bennett remains a hip role model able to bring out the best in his colleagues without compromising his standards.” – Associated Press
“Each of the megastar pairings with Tony Bennett on his second disc of duets is momentous.” – US Magazine
“Bennett’s latest sounds like a fantasy birthday party in full swing, one where an outrageously starry array of guests share the mic with a host as twinkling as ever.” – The Guardian
“Bennett is such a gracious collaborator whose style seems to work with whomever he’s sharing the mike. And while the material is classic, he and his partners give the impression that singing together is a genuine pleasure.” – USA Today
“Steven Tyler’s got nothing on this guy.” – American Songwriter
Tony Bennett is kicking off his “Duets II” release day with two slam-dunk song premieres. The Hollywood Reporter has the premiere for “When You Wish Upon a Star” with pint-sized classical singer Jackie Evancho while The Boot unveiled “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” with country stud Brad Paisley. Both songs are available exclusively on Target’s deluxe edition of “Duets II”.
Also in commemoration of his 85th birthday, Tony is introducing his own KOSS signature edition stereo headphones. This signature series comes with the Tony Bennett signature laden onto the headband and chromed earcups and, more notably, a downloadable copy of the new album, “Duets II”. The Signature Edition headphones are now available at select retailers and the official KOSS website.
This past Sunday, Tony gave his debut performance at the Metropolitan Opera with special guests Aretha Franklin, Alejandro Sanz, and Elton John, as well as an introduction from former president Bill Clinton. He sang many timeless hits including “The Best Is Yet to Come”, “Maybe This Time”, and “I Left My Heart In San Francisco”, even dedicating “The Good Life” to his beloved colleague Lady Gaga. Among those in the star-studded audience were Whoopi Goldberg, Richard Gere, Katie Couric, and Robert DeNiro.
“Duets II” produced by Phil Ramone follows up “Tony Bennett Duets: An American Classic” CD, the 2006 Grammy winning best selling CD which became Bennett’s best selling recording to date. The album boosts an all-star cast of duet partners including Lady Gaga, Amy Winehouse, Mariah Carey, John Mayer, Carrie Underwood, Norah Jones, Michael Buble, Sheryl Crow, and Aretha Franklin.
What are you waiting for? Download your own copy of “Tony Bennett: Duets II” from iTunes now: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/duets-ii/id462337212
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OFFICIAL TRACKLISTING
1. The Lady Is A Tramp with Lady Gaga
2. One For My Baby (And One More For The Road) with John Mayer
3. Body And Soul with Amy Winehouse
4. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore with Michael Bublé
5. Blue Velvet with k.d. lang
6. How Do You Keep The Music Playing with Aretha Franklin
7. The Girl I Love with Sheryl Crow
8. On The Sunny Side of the Street with Willie Nelson
9. Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me) with Queen Latifah
10. Speak Low with Norah Jones
11. This Is All I Ask with Josh Groban
12. Watch What Happens with with Natalie Cole
13. Stranger In Paradise with Andrea Bocelli
14. The Way You Look Tonight with Faith Hill
15. Yesterday I Heard The Rain with Alejandro Sanz
16. It Had To Be You with Carrie Underwood
17. When Do The Bells Ring For Me with with Mariah Carey
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