| 1. Pazza Idea |
| 2. Se Perdo Te |
| 3. Bambola |
| 4. Quasi Magia |
| 5. Ragazzo Triste |
| 6. Morire Tra Le Viole |
| 7. I Giardini Di Kensington |
| 8. Pensiero Stupendo |
| 9. Valigia Blu |
| 10. Poesia |
Editorial Reviews
Product Description
C.G.D.
This disc is a random collection from her years with the RCA label, and, while it does contain 4 tunes from the original album (see below to compare track listing), it covers from her earliest hits [from the mid-late 60's] through significant successes to '75, or thereabouts. There is no cohesion or unity. As far as collections go, there are much better and complete choices [see especially, the 2 disc '70s collection, from 1998, GLI ANNI SETTANTA, which is sometimes unavailable (why???)].
Overall, this is a skimpy set that seems to have been thrown together with little rhyme or reason. If you are interested in the original album PAZZA IDEA, it is sometimes unavailable (why???), but VERY much worth having [see my review of that set].
For the record, the ORIGINAL album's lineup is as follows:
Pazza Idea
Morire tra le viole
Poesia
Per gioco per amore
Sono cosa tua
Per simpatia
I giardini di Kensington
Limpidi Pensieri
The ORIGINAL album PAZZA IDEA is one of the high points [if not THE high point] of this great artist's career, and was a huge seller. The original album has a white cover, and features a drawing of half of MS. Pravo's face covering most of the left-hand side of the cover. DON'T BE FOOLED.
No question that this is an excellent album of rock ballads. Backed by a full band, which includes spare, but effective keyboard work and innovation, but is underscored by a doubling of acoustic guitar for an organic, yet modern sound. Topically and texturally, this was a breakout album for Ms. Pravo, both critically and sales-wise.
To begin with, she had a great amount of creative input. She is supported here by great writers and players. Almost entirely filled with originals, which was rare at this time for Ms. Pravo, who, on albums, was used to covering everyone from the Beatles to Bacharach to Brel. Good taste for sure, but not original.
Here we have a collection of new material that cemented this unique vocalist/performance artist as a musical innovator. A point from which she has not since departed.
"Poesia" is one of the most lilting songs you are ever likely to hear, sweetly, but not sentimentally performed, with elegant acoustic backing---an arrangement, that while not exactly minimalist, is extremely effective.
Her Italian rendition of Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side," becomes an ode to lost youth, with it's central character being Peter Pan---truly original and executed perfectly.
One of my personal favorites, a simple, almost Brazilian, original ditty, "Per Simpatia," is great fun, and a way for Italophiles to pick up a few Italian words which can come in handy for flirting!
Consistently strong from start to finish. Has held up extremely well. A testament to a considerable talent and unique vocalist/artist.
C.G.D.
Pazza Idea,Patty Pravo,Wea,Italian,World Music
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Pazza Idea
Patty Pravo Manufacturer: Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD  Italy
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ASIN: B00000IHNQ Release Date: 1999-02-25 |
Tracks:
- Pazza Idea
- Se Perdo Te
- Bambola
- Quasi Magia
- Ragazzo Triste
- Morire tra le Viole
- I Giardini di Kensington
- Pensiero Stupendo
- Valigia Blu
- Poesia
Album Description
C.G.D.Customer Reviews:
EXERCISE CAUTION; THIS IS NOT THE ORIGINAL ALBUM........2005-04-16
This disc is a random collection from her years with the RCA label, and, while it does contain 4 tunes from the original album (see below to compare track listing), it covers from her earliest hits [from the mid-late 60's] through significant successes to '75, or thereabouts. There is no cohesion or unity. As far as collections go, there are much better and complete choices [see especially, the 2 disc '70s collection, from 1998, GLI ANNI SETTANTA, which is sometimes unavailable (why???)].
Overall, this is a skimpy set that seems to have been thrown together with little rhyme or reason. If you are interested in the original album PAZZA IDEA, it is sometimes unavailable (why???), but VERY much worth having [see my review of that set].
For the record, the ORIGINAL album's lineup is as follows:
Pazza Idea
Morire tra le viole
Poesia
Per gioco per amore
Sono cosa tua
Per simpatia
I giardini di Kensington
Limpidi Pensieri
The ORIGINAL album PAZZA IDEA is one of the high points [if not THE high point] of this great artist's career, and was a huge seller. The original album has a white cover, and features a drawing of half of MS. Pravo's face covering most of the left-hand side of the cover. DON'T BE FOOLED.
Average customer rating: 
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Pazza Idea
Patty Pravo Manufacturer: Bmg Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Italy
| Continental Europe
| Europe
| International
| Styles
| Music
General
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| Europe
| International
| Styles
| Music
General
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International
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ASIN: B000062W54 Release Date: 2004-07-20 |
Tracks:
- Pazza Idea
- Se Perdo Te
- Bambola
- Quasi Magia
- Ragazzo Triste
- Morire tra le Viole
- I Giardini di Kensington
- Pensiero Stupendo
- Valigia Blu
- Poesia
Customer Reviews:
HER BREAKOUT ALBUM.......2002-07-03
No question that this is an excellent album of rock ballads. Backed by a full band, which includes spare, but effective keyboard work and innovation, but is underscored by a doubling of acoustic guitar for an organic, yet modern sound. Topically and texturally, this was a breakout album for Ms. Pravo, both critically and sales-wise.
To begin with, she had a great amount of creative input. She is supported here by great writers and players. Almost entirely filled with originals, which was rare at this time for Ms. Pravo, who, on albums, was used to covering everyone from the Beatles to Bacharach to Brel. Good taste for sure, but not original.
Here we have a collection of new material that cemented this unique vocalist/performance artist as a musical innovator. A point from which she has not since departed.
"Poesia" is one of the most lilting songs you are ever likely to hear, sweetly, but not sentimentally performed, with elegant acoustic backing---an arrangement, that while not exactly minimalist, is extremely effective.
Her Italian rendition of Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side," becomes an ode to lost youth, with it's central character being Peter Pan---truly original and executed perfectly.
One of my personal favorites, a simple, almost Brazilian, original ditty, "Per Simpatia," is great fun, and a way for Italophiles to pick up a few Italian words which can come in handy for flirting!
Consistently strong from start to finish. Has held up extremely well. A testament to a considerable talent and unique vocalist/artist.
One of Her Best Albums..........2002-06-30
Rock Music:
- Percussive Environments
- Piano & Voz [Import]
- Pongo en Tus Manos Abiertas [Import]
- Pure Brazil: Home of Samba
- Red Boots & Rice
- Rendez-Vous [Import]
- Roots and Wings
- Scenes D'amour [Import]
- Sea Waltz
- Seine Größten Hits [Import]
Recommended Music:
Baby's Classical Lullaby Box [Box set]
Ken Burns JAZZ Collection: Benny Goodman
Chico Desperado/Jackie [CD-single]