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SAVE ME

from TROUBLE IN PARADISE/SAVE ME (single)

written by David Foster, Jay Graydon & Al Jarreau

The albums that Al Jarreau released in the early eighties under Jay Graydon’s production have a level of sophistication and musicianship that are absolutely impressive and rightly considered some of the best quality Pop ever conceived.

BOMBS AWAY

from HEAVEN HELP THE FOOL

written by John Perry Barlow & Bob Weir

Bob Weir is a founding member of the legendary San Francisco band, The Grateful Dead. In the summer of 1977 when his band was on a forced break after drummer Mickey Hart got injured in a car crash, Weir started working on his second solo album that was eventually titled “Heaven Help The Fool.”

SWEPT AWAY

from LACE

written by Cathy Majeski & John Scott Sherrill

Lace was a female Contemporary Country trio that released their self-titled debut album in 1999 for David Foster’s 143 Records. Foster was instrumental in the group’s start and produced three songs on their album. The group included three talented singers – Beverly Mahood, Corbi Dyann and Giselle.

SHE’S A BEAUTY

from HIGHLIGHTS & RARITIES

written by David Foster, Steve Lukather & Fee Waybill

The beginning of 2011 saw the release of Contante & Sonante’s new project, “Highlights & Rarities.” Through the years, this Spanish independent label has built a strong following among quality music lovers.  This new endeavor is a smart way to bring things full circle.

I DREAMED A DREAM

from I DREAMED A DREAM (single)

music by Claude-Michel Schomberg – lyrics by Alain Boublil & Herbert Kretzmer

“I Dreamed A Dream” is a classic tune from the smash hit musical, “Les Miserables.” In 1987, after being a huge hit all over Europe, “Les Miserable” was premiered on Broadway again with big success. That same year American superstar, Neil Diamond released it on his “Hot August Night 2” live album as well as on a studio recorded single that at the end of the year reached #13 on the Adult Contemporary chart.