![]() ![]() When Warner Music Group's Rhino arm announced its licensing of the Bee Gees catalogue in 2006, hopes were high. The release of Mythology is something of a bittersweet affair. (Many of the Bee Gees’ songs were credited to all three brothers, but each disc selects the songs on which one brother may have stood out in the production, songwriting and/or lead vocal duties.) Mythology is designed in a unique format as each of its four discs is devoted to the core works of one brother. While Andy was never a member of The Bee Gees, his all-too-short recording career was frequently a family affair and he solidifies his credentials as an unofficial Bee Gee here. ![]() ![]() The collection is a particularly poignant tribute as Barry and Robin called in Maurice Gibb's widow, Yvonne, and Peta Gibb, daughter of Andy Gibb, to participate. Family was foremost on Barry and Robin Gibb's mind when creating Mythology, and the Gibb family crest adorns its cover. The Gibbs belong to the same tradition alongside the Everlys, the Wilsons, the Jacksons, the Carpenters, and so many others. There's always something unmistakable about a family's vocal blend. The Bee Gees are celebrating half a century in the business we call show, and Rhino has invited fans to the party with the release of Mythology: The 50th Anniversary Collection, a new four-disc box. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |