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WHO’S HOLDING DONNA NOW

from RECHORDINGS

Written by David Foster, Jay Graydon & Randy Goodrum

 

“Who’s Holding Donna Now” was a 1985 hit single by r&b group, DeBarge. Co-written by David Foster with friends Jay Graydon and Randy Goodrum, Graydon went on to produce it for DeBarge’s Rhythm Of The Night album. “Who’s Holding Donna Now,” with its melodic strength, soulful atmosphere and catchy arrangement provided by Foster and Graydon, became a multi-format hit. The song hit #6 on Billboard’s Hot 100, #2 R&B and #1 on the Adult Contemporary chart. DeBarge’s original version was reviewed on these pages and can be found in the archives.

REMEMBER THE FEELING

from CHICAGO 17

Written by Peter Cetera & Bill Champlin

 

”Remember The Feeling” was a beautiful ballad recorded by the American supergroup, Chicago. In 1984, Chicago included “Remember The Feeling” on their multi-platinum bestseller, Chicago 17.

YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL

from SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL

Written by Billy Preston & Bruce Fischer

 

Co-written by the late Billy Preston (1946-2006) with songwriter/producer, Bruce Fischer, “You Are So Beautiful” was a beautiful ballad that became an evergreen. Preston was acknowledged as the “Fifth Beatle” for his fabulous organ playing on “Get Back” found on The Beatles’ Let It Be album. 

OLD FOLKS

from VOL. 1

Written by Willard Robinson & Dedette Lee Hill

 

Trumpet superstar, Chris Botti, will release his first cd on the legendary Blue Note Records label this October 20. Title is Vol. 1, a haunting collection that focuses on intimate ballads and jazz standards. They bring the renowned musician into a sophisticated, acoustic jazz scenario. Vol. 1 is produced by David Foster who comes out of retirement to provide his dear friend with his unique ear, taste and studio experience.

ISN’T IT TIME

from MIDDLE MAN

Written by Boz Scaggs

Boz Scaggs’ 1980 hit album, Middle Man, presented some of the most brilliant David Foster co-writes ever. Foster, fresh from the milestone collaboration with Maurice White of Earth, Wind & Fire’s 1979 platinum-plus album, I Am, was in a creative peak and delivered one gem after another. On Middle Man, Foster and Scaggs clicked perfectly. Together they crafted an ultra-sophisticated string of songs. The result was another platinum hit album for the Bay Area singer with an irresistible one-two punch of “Jojo” and “Breakdown Dead Ahead.” Both went high on various Billboard charts.