One of the most enduring songwriters featured in the collection is Cole Porter. Artists are constantly reinterpreting his classics from the 30s and 40s. New spins on old favorites are always appearing. A new production of a Cole Porter tune by one of our favorite bands came to our attention yesterday.
The Brand New Heavies, featuring the vocal prowess of the lovely N'Dea Davenport, recently recorded their take on "C'est Magnifique" which is featured in a new television ad for Lancôme's new fragrance, aptly named Magnifique. The commercial features actress, Anne Hathaway. And it gave TBNH a great excuse to shoot their video for the song in Paris. Have a look.
Short and sweet. It has a bit of Barry White vibe about it, don't you think?
Short and sweet. It has a bit of Barry White vibe about it, don't you think?
The Brand New Heavies, an R&B act rooted in the acid jazz movement of the early 90s, have had a clutch of classic singles like "Never Stop", "Dream On Dreamer" and "Sometimes", as well as their own unique takes on evergreens like the Carole King penned "You've Got A Friend" which was originally made famous by James Taylor, Stevie Wonder's "I Don't Know Why (I Love You)" and "Midnight At The Oasis" which was a hit for Maria Muldaur in 1974.
If you want to explore more of the group's funky vibe, pick up a copy of their 18 track, greatest hits collection, "Trunk Funk - The Best Of The Brand New Heavies", which was released in 2000.
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