Bashing Sting does no underline your jazz culture, it only speaks against it. He's one of the few contemporary artists who really knows what to do with jazz without pretending he's something he's not. That's what he's doing on this record.
Very nice version of the song, underlining the rhythm jokes in the main melody. Sting does great job here and the band is simply perfect. But I am still looking for a version where I could hear the layers that are there in the lyrics and in the story of the character who is singing this in Porgy and Bess.
This inquiry got me to thinking and looking around without going down a rabbit hole. Miles Davis version and Sammy Davis on "Sammy Swings" are interesting contrast. Having recently heard The Philadelphia Orchestra do a concert version of this, if that is available on the internet, give that a listen.
This inquiry got me to thinking and looking around without going down a rabbit hole. Miles Davis version and Sammy Davis on "Sammy Swings" are interesting contrast. Having recently heard The Philadelphia Orchestra do a concert version of this, if that is available on the internet, give that a listen.
Was just listening to the originator of the original album role of Sportin' Life, Lawrence Tibbett, singing this. If you're not familiar with his name already, you may be surprised to learn he was white - with that iconic, deep baritone voice. Gershwin himself was present at the recording sessions. Hearing Sting singing one of the most memorable songs from Porgy & Bess, with the amazing arrangement and backing from such illustrious players as these, leaves no room for negativity! If cats like Joe Henderson, Jack DeJohnette, & Dave Holland dig what he's laying down, who's to criticize? His version is smoother, but Sting still gets down with the melody.
My first thought on hearing this just now was about how great Joe Henderson sounds, but how Sting is a bit irritating. I'm not sure why. I see that there's some debate in other comments about Sting - I've not read 'em; I'm just posting my honest reaction. I do remember hearing this record when it was released, though, and liking it: I can't remember that Sting's vocal irritated me then. But I think there's probably something kind of phoney and pretentious sounding about it, maybe? Like he's imitating someone, perhaps. It's like a white guy singing in a Jamaican accent, something like that. It's a pity, for me, because I have to say Sting's 'vocal stylings' spoil and otherwise lovely recording. For my money, I'd rather hear him do it in a very English accent. Not necessarily R.P. (received pronunciation - which is what most people think of as a British accent) : maybe he should've sung it in a Geordie accent???? (He's from Newcastle).
sting is using his voice like an instrument. so he can be probably detached, and he confessed in his interviews that he doesn't relate to the songs he sings AS he sings them, because he said it would be too hard emotionally. so I'm guessing he's just singing it as a nice melody. not an embodiment of poetry in live like leonard cohen....
Wonderful! Thanks for posting!
Bashing Sting does no underline your jazz culture, it only speaks against it. He's one of the few contemporary artists who really knows what to do with jazz without pretending he's something he's not. That's what he's doing on this record.
dont understand the criticism... he's just singing the head. and he did a good job.. Joe Henderson never fails to set off Goose bumps...
Sting in Phoenix Jazzmen DO you know?
What a great version! Thanks for posting!
that jonah verse was lovely, very calloway pronunciations :)
nice cut Kid
Joe Henderson & Sting - It Ain't Necessarily So
Very nice version of the song, underlining the rhythm jokes in the main melody. Sting does great job here and the band is simply perfect. But I am still looking for a version where I could hear the layers that are there in the lyrics and in the story of the character who is singing this in Porgy and Bess.
This inquiry got me to thinking and looking around without going down a rabbit hole. Miles Davis version and Sammy Davis on "Sammy Swings" are interesting contrast. Having recently heard The Philadelphia Orchestra do a concert version of this, if that is available on the internet, give that a listen.
This inquiry got me to thinking and looking around without going down a rabbit hole. Miles Davis version and Sammy Davis on "Sammy Swings" are interesting contrast. Having recently heard The Philadelphia Orchestra do a concert version of this, if that is available on the internet, give that a listen.
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you mean as in a response to sco : "stay simple, my friend" ?
Was just listening to the originator of the original album role of Sportin' Life, Lawrence Tibbett, singing this. If you're not familiar with his name already, you may be surprised to learn he was white - with that iconic, deep baritone voice. Gershwin himself was present at the recording sessions.
Hearing Sting singing one of the most memorable songs from Porgy & Bess, with the amazing arrangement and backing from such illustrious players as these, leaves no room for negativity! If cats like Joe Henderson, Jack DeJohnette, & Dave Holland dig what he's laying down, who's to criticize? His version is smoother, but Sting still gets down with the melody.
Wow. Surprises are great. I love Jazz, admire Sting and yet somehow this one went under my radar. Thanks for posting.
It’s refreshing to hear this old standard done in a slightly more updated way. Jazz still lives….
these criticisms have nothing to do with music.
Did you put up the pics on the video?? Because you made a fantastic job. Bravo!!
Most of the pictures have nothing to do with the song.
Is this Sting like the rock band?
Wonderful!❤
❤️ ❤️ ❤️
My favourite rendition by Mr Henderson
Great.
Masterfully done!
My first thought on hearing this just now was about how great Joe Henderson sounds, but how Sting is a bit irritating. I'm not sure why. I see that there's some debate in other comments about Sting - I've not read 'em; I'm just posting my honest reaction. I do remember hearing this record when it was released, though, and liking it: I can't remember that Sting's vocal irritated me then. But I think there's probably something kind of phoney and pretentious sounding about it, maybe? Like he's imitating someone, perhaps. It's like a white guy singing in a Jamaican accent, something like that. It's a pity, for me, because I have to say Sting's 'vocal stylings' spoil and otherwise lovely recording. For my money, I'd rather hear him do it in a very English accent. Not necessarily R.P. (received pronunciation - which is what most people think of as a British accent) : maybe he should've sung it in a Geordie accent???? (He's from Newcastle).
sting is using his voice like an instrument. so he can be probably detached, and he confessed in his interviews that he doesn't relate to the songs he sings AS he sings them, because he said it would be too hard emotionally. so I'm guessing he's just singing it as a nice melody. not an embodiment of poetry in live like leonard cohen....
you haven't listened to Sting....
Sting is way out of his league. Shouldn't have messed with the cats who can actually swing.
Damn!!! Great players except - How the hell did Sting get in there??? He's AWFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ask the cats why they invited Sting to sing that song.