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Sinatra at the Sands [LP]
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Sinatra at the Sands [LP]
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In many ways,
is the definitive portrait of
in the '60s. Recorded in April of 1966,
is the first commercially released live
album, recorded at a relaxed Las Vegas club show. For these dates at
,
worked with
and his orchestra, which was conducted by
. Like any of his concerts, the material was fairly predictable, with his standard show numbers punctuated by some nice surprises. Throughout the show,
is in fine voice, turning in a particularly affecting version of
He is also in fine humor, constantly joking with the audience and the band, as well as delivering an entertaining, if rambling, monologue halfway through the album. Some of the humor has dated poorly, appearing insensitive, but that sentiment cannot be applied to the music.
and the orchestra are swinging and dynamic, inspiring a textured, dramatic, and thoroughly enjoyable performance from
. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine