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From the first strains of the opening track "Sisters", it's clear that Betcha Bottom Dollar is not a typical debut album. But then the Puppini Sisters are not a typical pop act, at least not in the 21st Century. Their close, three-part harmonies are reminiscent of the vocal groups of the 1930s and 1940s, and particularly the Andrews Sisters. But rather than sounding like an anachronism, the Puppini Sisters merely demonstrate the timelessness of some of these songs. Betcha Bottom Dollar is fresh, fun and vibrant, blowing the dust off of cobwebby classics like "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" and "Mr Sandman". Elsewhere, they also put their own unique stamp on more recent hits, with varying results. While Kate Bush's "Wuthering Heights" and Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive" fail to get things swinging, Blondie's "Heart of Glass" and The Smiths' "Panic" are both injected with a fresh new (old?) sound. Much credit must also be given to producer Benoit Charest, who manages to employ a whole host of instrumentation and orchestration, whilst never forgetting to put the voices of the Puppini Sisters front and centre. It might be easy to dismiss the Puppini Sisters' debut as another novelty album, but their intentions and love for the style--like their voices themselves--are crystal clear. --Robert Burrow
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Every now and then something comes along that causes a massive "Why on earth didn’t I think of that?!" reaction. Something original and quirky, that fills a gaping void and that appeals to just about everyone. Ladies and gentleman, it gives us great pleasure to welcome on to the world stage: The Puppini Sisters.
Dressed with 1940’s glamour, The Puppini Sisters perform tongue-in-cheek classics in three-part close harmony. Their album, 'Betcha Bottom Dollar', is one of the most accomplished, eccentric and original albums of the year - ready for a general public that won’t know what’s hit it but will thoroughly enjoy being ambushed! In the tradition of the greats, The Puppini Sisters have worked their own vibe and stuck to their guns, and the result is a work of pure genius.
Tracks range from well known favourites such as Mr Sandman, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B and In The Mood, to more diverse covers such as I Will Survive, Wuthering Heights and Morrissey’s Panic.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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I've always been a fan of the late 1930's and 1940s, both the fashion and music, so I thought I knew what to expect from this but it is just so much better.
Great Andrews sisters-style harmonies coupled with some interesting covers of modern tracks. It had me dancing around the front room!
Get your money out, you won't regret it.
Great Andrews sisters-style harmonies coupled with some interesting covers of modern tracks. It had me dancing around the front room!
Get your money out, you won't regret it.
40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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Wow - all I can say is that these sisters are the coolest gals around! Having seen the girls play live and heard a few tracks online, I know that this promises to be the most exciting album of the year. A perfect blend of jazz, the Andrews Sisters and toe-tapping brilliance, The Puppini Sisters play a mix of old-time standards and really liven things up with their fabulous take on some more modern tunes. Their three part harmonies are just delightful and having been blown away at their live shows I can't wait to hear this full length player.
An explosion of camp energy, old-time glamour and sassy fun, these three ladies look set to inject 2006 with a huge dose of Puppini magic.
An explosion of camp energy, old-time glamour and sassy fun, these three ladies look set to inject 2006 with a huge dose of Puppini magic.
36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
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"Betcha bottom dollar" by The Puppini Sisters:
I was initially intriguiged as to what the Puppini sisters' cover versions of Blondie's "Heart of Glass" and The Smiths "Panic" sounded like, as well as their the renditions of classic songs like "Mr Sandman" - Well, the entire CD proved to be a joy to listen to on a rainy afternoon, and indeed a sunny one as well .... Brilliant stuff - even if you're not particularly afan of the 40's or 50's you will probably stil enjoy hearing some popular songs re-made in a caberet style ...
Buy it!!! Recommended by the ultimate music freak!!
Mel.
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I was initially intriguiged as to what the Puppini sisters' cover versions of Blondie's "Heart of Glass" and The Smiths "Panic" sounded like, as well as their the renditions of classic songs like "Mr Sandman" - Well, the entire CD proved to be a joy to listen to on a rainy afternoon, and indeed a sunny one as well .... Brilliant stuff - even if you're not particularly afan of the 40's or 50's you will probably stil enjoy hearing some popular songs re-made in a caberet style ...
Buy it!!! Recommended by the ultimate music freak!!
Mel.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Not brilliant!!
Whilst you can't fault the vocals the song choices are awful. Some songs are better not covered!! Am afraid the version of Heart of Glass (Blondie) just made me cringe along with... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. G. Hobbs
Brilliant group
Having seen them live - knew I had to buy this CD - it is excellent - they are so versatile and easy listening!
Published 3 months ago by Patricia McGibbon
A really good buy
This album is excellent value and really good songs. Its refreshing to hear singers who can sing without being electronically modified. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Graham Smith
I love this album
This is blooming great. I have always loved these sorts of songs. But hearing "I Will Survive" and "Wuthering Heights" sung like this, is awesome. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rachyroo
Super
Great music, I love the harmony of their voices. Great songs' choice. I wish they were more often in the UK.
Published 4 months ago by Eve
Pure brilliance
I absoutley love this album, its quirkey, happy and ver entertaining as long as you like this kind of music.
The girls vocals are stunning, just beautiful. Read more
The girls vocals are stunning, just beautiful. Read more
Published 4 months ago by maddiec
SwingTastic
It's kind of strange to hear Kate Bush & Blondie tuned into swing never mind the Cure & Morrisy I really liked the album though, it made me laugh in some parts. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Dawn
very good!
Loved this cd for its 50's style harmonies and fun! My sister gave me this cd initially and i loved it so thought i would buy a copy for my sister in law. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Cat
Nostalgia with a modern twist
Being a bit short on youth and long on age I know of and heard the fabulous Andrews Sisters of tho 1940's. Read more
Published 6 months ago by B. Evans
SPENT THE DOLLAR
A GOOD MIX OF STANDARDS AND MODERN SONGS WITH QUIRKY, GOOD TO LISTEN TO, ARRANGEMENTS. BOTH KATE BUSH & DEBBIE HARRY WILL BE VERY PLEASED WITH THE ARRANGEMENTS AND DELIVERY OF... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Christopher Morton
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