Mannix
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Composer: Lalo Schifrin
Lable (Release Year): Aleph Records (1999) Availability: **** Rating: ****1/2 |
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Although the cover art work of the soundtrack is not all that attractive, the music on the CD is highly entertaining. Mannix was one of the longest-running crime shows on network television, running from the late 60s to mid 70s. Just think about the time period and the name Lalo Schifrin. It just can't go wrong, can it? Those who like the (funky) jazz style of Schifrin, this CD is like a holy grail. Also, the CD features newly recorded music instead of original recordings. The sound quality is excellent and that's one of the reasons why I love this CD so much. The distortions from the old original recordings always give me a headache. From start to finish, the CD features many great jazz tunes. Although they are not exactly in the same style, they won't deviate from each other too much. They all fit into the category of the 60s big band jazz very well. Some of them are very similar to the jazz tunes that you can hear in Henry Mancini's Pink Panther and Breakfast at Tiffany's. If you like those two scores, I guarantee that you will like this one as much. Many people are probably already very familiar with the "Mannix Theme". It's not as classic as "Mission: Impossible". However, the theme as a good swing rhythm and catchy melody. Other than the theme, most of the tracks also have a "make your head keep nodding" rhythm and very catchy and enjoyable melodies. You just want to whistle or hum along with them every time. Some of the tracks have a good "detective" feel too. The music also features solos from a wide range of instruments: from the standard piano, trumpet, saxophone…to timpani, electric guitar…you name it. The CD just gives a great listening experience in general. It is definitely a frequent spinner in my stereo. Fans of the big band from the 60s and 70s, this is a CD that you cannot miss. | |
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