Billy Daniels: That Old Black Magic

American singer-showman Billy Daniels was one of the most successful vocalists to come out of the Big Band Era, sharing the stage with legends such as Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr., Pearl Bailey and Charlie Parker. When he released "That Old Black Magic," the song, paired with Daniels' signature voice and dance style, became a massive hit, selling more than 12 million copies.
Now a huge celebrity on TV, in Hollywood, and on Broadway, and advertised as 'America's most exciting singer,' Daniels appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show, amongst others, and hosted The Billy Daniels Show, one of the first series to star a black performer.

 

“The essence of showmanship.”       

                                                             - The New York Times

 

The Ad Lib Series, now available on DVD for the first time, is a collection of 46 concert TV programs presenting the best Jazz, Pop and Blues artists showcasing their skills with a Jazz flair.  Seen on TV internationally, Ad Lib (filmed in 1980) was the first musical television series recorded in Stereo. Each DVD features 2 episodes of the acclaimed Ad Lib Series.

 

“There are some better-known personalities,

 but none as infectious and charming as Billy Daniels.

 Charming crowds comes as easy as morning's sunrise...

 his success has come from wooing audiences with his smooth voice...”

                                                              - Ebony Magazine

 

With hit albums and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Billy Daniels was the consummate performer. Daniels was a constant target of racism as an African-American showman who crossed into the mainstream, but he also became an important symbol of both social progress and the American Dream.

 

 

2 EPISODES OF THE ACCLAIMED AL LIB SERIES ON 1 DVD

Song Selection:

Show #25              

Billy Daniels: When You're Smiling

Billy Daniels:  Evergreen

Eddie Harris:  In Transit

Eddie Harris: Chasin' The Bird

Billy Daniels:  Mack The Knife

w/Eddie Harris:  (You're Nobody) Til Somebody Loves You

 

Show #26

Billy Daniels:  Them There Eyes

Billy Daniels:  You Needed Me

Billy Daniels: Sweet Lorraine

Billy Daniels:  I Can't Give You Anything But Love

Billy Daniels:  For Once In My Life

Blossom Dearie: Bobby & Me

Billy Daniels:  September Song

Billy Daniels:  That Old Black Magic

 

Featuring Musicians:

Billy Daniels: Vocals

Eddie Harris: Saxophone

Blossom Dearie: Piano/Vocals

John Heard: Bass

Jimmy Smith: Drums

Larry Nash: Piano

 

DVD Bonus Features:

● Billy Daniels Biography

● Blossom Dearie Biography

● Eddie Harris Biography

● Ad Lib Highlights Reel (16 min.)

● Digitally Mastered Audio & Video

● Dolby Stereo Audio

● Instant Access Songs

● DVD Recommendations
(1 Hour plus Bonus Features)

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