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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Almost as good as being at the real thing, the London cast recording of Chicago does the production justice and more. Never before have I come across a soundtrack that portrays the show so true to life as this. From the sassy Overture which slickly leads into "All That Jazz" to the joyous Entr'Acte where if you turned your volume up to just a little than over acceptable you could almost be swinging with the band! A fantastic cast led by Ute Lemper and Ruthie Henshall as the murderous misfits of Chicago in the 1920's singing their way through brilliant numbers such as "My Own Best Friend" and "Nowadays". If you have an inkling for ragtime jazz this is a must. The lyrics and music by Kander and Ebb (also responsible for "Cabaret") manage to infuse sadness laughter and irony in all the numbers and this revival of the show and subsequent soundtrack has to be one of the best things to hit the West End in a long time. Thoroughly recommended for all musical lovers, I don't think anybody could say there isn't a song they like on there. You won't be dissapointed.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Chicago is a great show. Both the story and, more importantly, the music are a triumph. This origional London cast couldn't be better. Listening to this recording you can feel the energy and excitement of the show as if you were really there. Ute Lemper and Ruthie Henshall are perfect as the sexy, sassy Velma and Roxy and the supporting cast including Henry Goodman and Nigel Plainer are perfect in their roles. Not the best recorded soundtrack ever but the most real and alive. Brilliant
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I first bought the chicago movie soundtrack in January, and loved it! About 3 week ago, the Original New York Chicago Cast came through the door that I had ordered. I was pleased with it, but, not too pleased. I had recently been to see Chicago The Musical, and wanted the soundtrack. A day visit to London worked out well, as i got this. Ute lemper puts on a terriffic american accent, while Ruthie Henshall is superb! All That Jazz is showtopping, cell block tango is bloodsoaked, razzle dazzle is sparkling and Roxie is oozing with 'her boys'. You may think that 23 tracks is too much, but believe me, it isnt!
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Ruthie Rocks!
A must for any Chicago fan. Ruthie Henshall is just outstanding, just as Ute Lemper and the rest of the cast. No buts, I just love it.
Published 6 months ago by JoseGer
Chiccago - London cast
Really disappointed with this. The voices are harsh and this is true of most of the tracks - especially Velma, and it's very hard on the ears. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Driftwood
Chicago: London Cast
First time I saw Chicago was in Spanish and it was brilliant but I was sure the recording of the music with the original London cast was going to be excellent (and I was not wrong... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Xesús Constela
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the only criticism was the description like new, i would not have described it like that, the insert crinkly, as if it had suffered moisture damage also the cd and the case have... Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2009 by geoff
Fantastic!
After going to see the show at the theatre in the summer I just had to but this and I have listened to it dozens of times already! Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2009 by J. O'neill
Best of the best
If you are a fan of Chicago this is definitely the soundtrack to go for. I have heard the movie soundtrack and the Broadway soundtrack but this one is by far the best. Read more
Published on 15 July 2005 by "sugafairey"
Only for the fans of the theatre version!
I am a big fan of the movie "Chicago" with Renee Zellweger and Richard Gere, but I was very dissapointed when I bought this album. Read more
Published on 7 May 2005 by Nikola
really really good
Really fantastic! If you enjoyed Chicago the film or in the theatre, this is definatly one to buy. Great show and great songs!!
Published on 30 Mar 2005
Chicago, The Razzle Dazzle Musical
I first saw Chicago when it came to my home town on 4th January 2003. I was captivated by the music and the compelling story from start to finish. Read more
Published on 20 July 2003
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