The Friends Of Mr Cairo

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dominated by Anderson's extended lyricism. The song paints a picture of gangsters and other shenanigans using quotes and

a b Kent, David (1993). Australian Chart Book 1970–1992 (illustrateded.). St Ives, N.S.W.: Australian Chart Book. p.160. ISBN 0-646-11917-6. interesting, although 12 minutes is a bit too long again. And if it were on a good album, it probably While “The Friends of Mr. Cairo” did not receive any major awards, it has been hailed as one of Jon Anderson’s most compelling and influential compositions. The song continues to resonate with fans and critics alike, solidifying its status as a timeless musical gem. 12. Are there any other songs similar to “The Friends of Mr. Cairo”? On this disc you will find house music that is about 10 years ahead of everyone else ('State Of Independence') and lush ambient that would not be out of place on a 'Best Of' album by the Orb ('Friends Of Mr Cairo'). In between is electronic music that stills sounds as good as anything from the current crop of killer artistes.Vangelis: Chariots of Fire and Blade Runner composer dies at 79". BBC. 19 May 2022 . Retrieved 20 May 2022. Donna Summers and, a decade later, a band called "Moodswings" with Chrissie Hynde on vocals, which is where I first Woman: Oh, if only I could. That's what I want more than anything in the world, but it could never be... sounding with complex melodies and lyrics from Anderson and with Vangelis' cinematic flair, both of which work very JON & VANGELIS | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com . Retrieved 25 June 2020.

Roll up, roll up! Come listen to the album that defined a production standard for modern dance music! Seriously! little bit further. It is also far better than the covers it produced, most notably by the Queen of Vangelis Papathanasiou: Oscar-winning composer passes away at the age of 79". OT.gr. 19 May 2022 . Retrieved 19 May 2022. Vangelis died at hospital in France on Tuesday, where he was being treated for Covid-19The Friends Of Mr. Cairo” peaked at #1 in Toronto, Ottawa (ON), Halifax (NS), Winnipeg (MB), Lindsay (ON) and Hamilton (ON), #3 in Montreal, #6 in Regina (SK) and #11 in Vancouver (BC). The Friends of Mr. Cairo" is their 2nd collaboration, released 2 years after their first one, in 1981. I have to say that as Q. Sometimes it’s a bit difficult for your fans to grasp the full meaning of or references to the lyrics of your music. What’s the method to what some people perceive as your “lyrical madness”? a b Salaverri, Fernando (2015). Sólo éxitos 1959–2012 (1sted.). Spain: Fundación Autor-SGAE. ISBN 978-84-8048-866-2.

snippets of themes from a few of the classics along the way, yet they do it without making it feel like they are stealing became familiar with it. I was a big fan of that version, and when I finally heard this earlier version, I was impressed Jon Anderson was inspired to write “The Friends of Mr. Cairo” after immersing himself in films from the 1930s, particularly ones that featured characters facing various dilemmas. The song’s lyrics and atmosphere were greatly influenced by movies such as “The Maltese Falcon” and “Casablanca.” 2. Is there a specific meaning behind the song’s title?The Friends Of Mr. Cairo” refers to actors Jimmy Stewart, James Cagney, Edward G. Robinson, Clark Gable, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. and Maureen O’ Sullivan. As well, there is reference to the 1941 Best Picture nominated film Citizen Kane.Film critic Roger Ebert notes “The movie opens with newsreel obituary footage that briefs us on the life and times of Charles Foster Kane; this footage, with its portentous narration, is Welles’ bemused nod in the direction of the “March of Time” newsreels then being produced by another media mogul, Henry Luce.” The newsreels “provide a map of Kane’s trajectory,” and it keeps viewers oriented “as the screenplay skips around in time, piecing together the memories of those who knew him.Curious about Kane’s dying word, “rosebud,” the newsreel editor assigns Thompson, a reporter, to find out what it meant.” The choice to reference Citizen Kanein the song “The Friends Of Mir. Cairo” is a nod to the iconic film and references the golden age of Hollywood cinema. was written by Jon and Vangelis, originally appearing on this album. The song suits Summer well, being a piece of soft soul with