Blue Skies V2

michaeljayklein

Genre: Swing

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If you heard the last one, you may recognize me better on this version of Irving Berlin's timeless classic! Thanks again and take care now, Michael.

This is dedicated to my good friend PaulaChipmunk, who knows a nut when she sees one.

"Blue Skies" was written by Irving Berlin in 1924.
Vocal: Michael
Musical arrangement: Alan McPike at the semi-mighty Bespoke organ.

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Hits: 1586
Comments: 57
Fans: 25
Plays: 90
Downloads: 64

Uploaded: Apr 27, 2010 - 04:15:04 AM
Last Updated: Dec 14, 2011 - 09:29:40 PM Last Played: Mar 16, 2013 - 01:53:36 AM

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Irving Berlin (2), jazz (819), swing (61)

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alackbass	alackbass said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Didn't I Just Hear This? Nice compare and contrast assignment! I feel like I'm in class. Classic big band stuff here. I like the 2nd bridge. Your voice is smooth and precise as always. And the ending of this is great. I can't keep up with you man! Check out my latest song called Just Ain't Worth a Song (2 Track)

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michaeljayklein said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)

Hey man!
They can only see me going, not coming! Again, I really appreciate your taking time to listen to both of these versions and the different style I used. This is one I did several months ago, and I'll be damned if I can't hear me lighting my pipe after the first chorus on this--hey, I have low quality standards to maintain around this joint, let me tell you. I'm glad you like the second bridge--normally I have a tendency to give the most in the first chorus, when of course, you should save it for last--I think I remembered that bit advice this time around. You take good care Andrew and thank you very much! Michael

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michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	PS I see I am moving so fast this morning that I left Dick, normally not one to suffer for a loss of words, positively speechless and possibly mortified. I better call 911... Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Narad	Narad said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Blue skies Even dark and heavy skies become blue and light with you ! Wonderful performance :) Check out my latest song called Train of industrial delight II

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Good morning Harald! You are always so very kind and never fail to stop by to listen to my songs--I really appreciate that so much! Thanks again--and keep up the marvelous work! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

TobinMueller	TobinMueller said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Uptempo Darin Much more Bobby Darin on this version. Really nice phrasing. I saw the dinner jacket, the cigarette, the scotch on the rocks, the nicely coifed hair... Check out my latest song called Frozen Man (by James Taylor)

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Thanks very much Tobin Ironically Bobby Darin wore a toupee, so I'm sure his hair always looked in place! Thanks for stopping by--take care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

davisamerica	davisamerica said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Tobin said "Daurin" ...no kidding ! You just knock me out .... When you gonna play the Copa?? Big smiles. Check out my latest song called 12

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Thanks very much Jack I prefer "Darin"! Glad you could listen and appreciated hearing from you! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

ted23	ted23 said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Much bigger ballsier version. I'd say this one is way hipper and yes, less primative. Sounds crisp and clear. My advanced knowledge of this stuff comes from 'big band' week on shows like the X-factor and pop idol. Your better than any of them. Praise doesnt get any higher than that. Cool Check out my latest song called Living Dead Love Song in Z minor (HALLOWEEN 2012)

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Hi Ted Thanks very much! I don't watch much TV at all, but I should check out those shows you mention. You take care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

ted23	ted23 said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	No! You really shouldn't... Check out my latest song called Living Dead Love Song in Z minor (HALLOWEEN 2012)

Symphony101	Symphony101 said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Another beauty Breathtaking performance ! Check out my latest song called Lonely Generation

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Hi Yves Thanks very much for listening to it! Take care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

magnatone	magnatone said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Blue Skys 2 oh man, this really is a classic! always enjoy your astonishing voice Michael - thanks! Check out my latest song called Blind Love (Seeing Heart) - Orchestral Version

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Thank you Karen! It's amazing how many of Berlin's songs, even his earliest like this one, have survived the test of time. I'm sure they'll be heard hundreds of years from now. Glad you liked it! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

ShadowofNine	ShadowofNine said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Fab A classic with a touch of big band jazz, awesome...Michael... Check out my latest song called A Sad Goodbye (Julia's Song)

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Thanks Dave Nice to hear from you! Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

hackneybloke	hackneybloke said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	swingy skies you should be playing billy flynn somewhere....london...anywhere. go get 'em floyd. excellent as always. Check out my latest song called Every People Know w/Rok41, KTB, Scofugate & Sisters

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Julian... I've never done Billy Flynn, but I have had a few Mickey Finns in my day if that helps compensate somehow! You are so generous and supportive--thanks very much! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

CC_Connection	CC_Connection said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	10 Stars!!! I don't know of the lucky one you sang this for. But they are so happy I am sure. I want to dance so much. Thank you for always such beautiful songs. XOXO, CC

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Thank you Tina! You sure dance a lot! Take care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

scofugate	scofugate said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Wow Those horns and vocals!!! swing it man!! dancing as we speak.. So old school, that's hard to capture man!!!!! Love the BIG band....!!! Check out my latest song called Prelude and Jam W/Ibstrat

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1120 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Thanks Scott! Yes, Alan does such incredible work--I don't have to explain WHY I enjoy singing on them after one hears what he can do--it's very inspiring. Thanks again for listening and your kind remarks and take good care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

dave_b	dave_b said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Blue Skies V2 Both versions were good but I think I like this one better. Cool vocal phrasing here. The backing tracks are superb. You're on a roll lately! Check out my latest song called Llarions Blues

johnwhitehead	johnwhitehead said 1121 days ago (April 27th, 2010)
	Blue Tasty and swinging. You seem effortless with this material. Your voice fits it so well. Wanna know where you get these backing tracks. Are you gonna be playing out anywhere soon? I like this material very mush but my wife LOVES this genre. Check out my latest song called Wandering Blues

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Howjadodere Dave! I appreciate your honesty! The other version--more of a novelty and just a test, but I had a better time singing this one, that's for sure! You take care and as always, thanks so much for taking the time to listen to my stuff (I promise to slow down a wee bit after this!) Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

awigze	awigze said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Yowza I am at a loss for words, other than what I just wrote... imagine that? Check out my latest song called Dark Waters w/scofugate, ktb, Pickquickrecords, Ren-Tin-10

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	You.. ..always were a blabbermouth! I am both shocked and taken aback at your loss of speech Andy! But then, you communicate with your illustrious sax playing so maybe not such a surprise after all! Thanks again! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

DWL	DWL said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Listened but couldn't comment at work. Once again a very accomplished performance. Superlatives fail me :-) Cheers Dick Check out my latest song called Not For The Likes of You

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Hi Dick! Oh, I was just picking on you earlier! You are such a great support to me--thanks very much for that and for listening to my songs. Cheers to you, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Demeter7	Demeter7 said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	I was snoozing. I have to listen to the other one. I'll let Paula know. Perfect, kiddo. :) Check out my latest song called Boogieman Boogie Halloween 2012

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Thonk you Deme You are too kind--send Paula a bouquet of cheap flowers from me if you remember! Take care! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

PaulaMunk	PaulaMunk said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Well thank you so much. The view from my tree is very much like the picture. You have so much joy. You are a consummate performer. Loved it. Thank you. :) Check out my latest song called Alone at Christmas

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Too darned nice... I've never been called "consummate" before--I always thought that was some kind of fancy soup until now! THANK YOU for listening and your invigoratingly nice remarks Paula! Take care! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Gaylen75	Gaylen75 said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Great Vox love the old school stuff. Check out my latest song called You Got It Going (by Speakeasy Sway)

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Hi Gaylen I enjoy your singing style very much--so that is a fine compliment indeed! Take care now and thanks for stopping by! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

fasteddie	fasteddie said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Very nice Michael, this is fabulous. You really do this song justice and it is so enjoyable to listen to. Awesome! Check out my latest song called A Friend to the End

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Howjadodere Eddie! I often forget your name is actually the same as mine, but I'm relieved you go by "Eddie" (there seems to be some 52 "Michaels" on this site!) As always, your sponsorship and very much appreciated--you are a very talented, likable guy and my kind of people--thank you very much Eddie! Take care now, Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Bob6stringer	Bob6stringer said 1120 days ago (April 28th, 2010)
	Show off -- No, really, keep showing off! MJK I've dug your voice for years. I like that you've let us know where the musical arrangement's from... you have to be pretty serious using Alan McP, huh? Curious: I heard you play a mean piano, did I miss that here, are you showin' that off in addition to your velvet fog? Check out my latest song called Call Me (Turn to Me Reprise)

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michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)

Hi Bob
Somewhere around here on one my things I posted a link showing Alan performing the same track I was singing on--he does excellent work and when people ask me why I use his tracks as my accompaniment, I just tell him to listen to them instead of my singing and they generally understand very quickly. I hope to get an electric keyboard VERY soon now and will be recording like crazy (I wrote you earlier about the difficulties I currently have recording my acoustic upstairs--a real Laurel & Hardy type affair any time I've attempted that!) Thanks again for your kind remarks and just for stopping in to listen Bob--take care now! Michael

Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Jarvoid	Jarvoid said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Aah Yes! Now pants loose....... 80) Check out my latest song called Cripple Creek Revised........By Jarvoid and the Banjo Bedraggled Manic Mandolin Accordion Squeezers

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Ahhhhhhhhhhh! Whew! Man, I felt like 6 pounds of baloney in a 5 pound bag there! Thanks Chris! Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

imgrounds	imgrounds said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Sweeeet Loved it man. Great vocal.

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Well thank you sir! You are too kind--thanks for listening and then leaving some awfully pleasing remarks--I'm glad you enjoyed this song! Take care Mr. Grounds! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

lilmom	lilmom said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	You are.... the master of the swing genre! No doubt about it. This is perfection! And I know about swing music! :) Check out my latest song called Tribute to Jeannie and Ed

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1119 days ago (April 29th, 2010)
	Sylvia! You are to swing what Stone Henge is to rocks and your endorsement here is greatly appreciated! THANK YOU! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

lengold	lengold said 1118 days ago (April 30th, 2010)
	Great stuff. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called B E A U T I F U L

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1104 days ago (May 14th, 2010)
	Hi Len! Thanks for dropping by! MJK Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Keedee	Keedee said 1118 days ago (April 30th, 2010)
	You're The Best... BEeeeeeea-Uuuuuuu-Ti-Ful!!!!!!!! Your singing makes me Happy thru-n-thru! :D

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1104 days ago (May 14th, 2010)
	Thanks Tony--er, I mean Keedee Always makes me smile to know I've made you smile. Take good care now! Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

BirdmanWayne94	BirdmanWayne94 said 1109 days ago (May 9th, 2010)
	OMG... ... you're just too talented, Sir. Yet another fantastic piece! Check out my latest song called (An Untitled) Intro

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1104 days ago (May 14th, 2010)
	Yeman I could say the exact same thing about you, so that means a great deal to me! Thank you! Michael Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Char	Char said 1070 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	I'm going through everything to make sure I didn't miss any of your brilliant work. I need this kind of pick me up. :) Check out my latest song called The Sea

michaeljayklein	michaeljayklein said 1063 days ago (June 25th, 2010)
	I'm going through And checking to see if anyone had been commenting on my older junk and there you are! Thanks again Char! xox Check out my latest song called Old Man Mose is Dead

Bob Rodgers	Bob Rodgers said 994 days ago (September 1st, 2010)
	This is one of my favs and I love your version Michael, really great vocal and I love that big band sound, excellent! Bob Check out my latest song called We Can't Let It Go

tford	tford said 959 days ago (October 6th, 2010)
	V2 Great as the women version-Different feel than the other. You are the man. Peace, Tom Check out my latest song called I Believe

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