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9.07.2005

Barbra Streisand - Guilty Pleasures

In 1980 Barbra Streisand teamed up with Barry Gibb for the album "Guilty." Which, arguably, was one of her best albums.
25 years later they try to strike lightning again with "Guilty Pleasures," coming Sept. 20.
From the few tracks I've heard, it's a step up from the sleep-inducing stuff Barbra's had on her last few albums. But I don't think it'll be nearly as big as the original. Partially because it's Barbra, which is a stigma that'll probably keep her off Top 40 radio. And partially because it sorta has a dated BeeGee's sound to it. It's not bad, just not very fresh.
That said I kinda like "Night of My Life." Who'da thunk that we'd ever hear Barbra sing anything even resembling a dance track again? It's no "Main Event" (and what could be?), but it's servicable...even if at the beginning it seems Barbra has forgotten this isn't a "Broadway Album." Could've done with out the BeeGee-esque backing vocals, though. I would like to see that lyrics. Can't quite figure out what roller coasters have to do with it.
If you have any interest, you can hear "Night of My Life, " "Stranger in a Strange Land" (the first single) and 3 other tracks at AOL Music. [If that link is outdated, try this one.]
I've also heard that there will be dance mixes of "Night of My Life." Something to look forward to.

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