Pink Martini Get Happy

Beloved "little orchestra" Pink Martini debuts Get Happy, their seventh studio album from Heinz Records. Like previous releases, it boasts a list of notable guest performers, including Phyllis Diller, The von Trapps and Rufus Wainwright.

Storm Large's versions of "Quizas, Quizas, Quizas" and "Sway" are exceptionally lush and sexy. I could play these tracks all day long and never get bored. Legendary comedienne Phyllis Diller's rendition of Charlie Chaplin's "Smile" is so precious it practically plucks at your heartstrings — I dare you not to get verklempt as you listen to this special recording. 

Each of the Pink Martini members are wildly talented, but the inclusion of Ms. Large is a sizzling revelation. Whether they're sung in Farsi, Romanian or Spanish, she does proper justice to each and every song. Her powerful vocals are infused with so much fire that she conjures up a blend of Carly Simon and Connie Francis.

Credit: Holly Andres

"Get Happy" is on sale now at pinkmartini.com. 

For editorial consideration, a review album was provided by the brand's PR representative.

Comments

[Carolyn Jung]

And here I thought Pink Martinis were only for imbibing. Now, I know better and will have to take a listen.

[Tami]

You'll love them Carolyn! They're just so fun and talented.