FMM: The blues

Today's Friday Magic Madness song is another one of those ditties that I'd hear a lot as a kid.

We had a big turntable in our old house in Morato, and it had a cabinet below where the records were stored. One of the records that was there was an LP of Dean Martin. And the song that was often played from that record is "Blue Moon."

This song from 1934 is one of his most iconic hits. Listening to it now, it's easy to understand why it's such a fave. The lyrics are poetic and beautifully written, and Dean Martin's voice is perfect for it.

We shouldn't wait for another blue moon to play this.

FMM: That's it!!!

Since we're talking about things that are Italian, this is an obvious and perfect song for today's Friday Magic Madness.

Gosh! Talk about old songs. This one is really, really, really old! Like, 1953-level of oldness!

"That's Amore" is probably the most popular song that was sung by Dean Martin. It's so popular that it's been used in countless films, a plethora of commercials, and I've heard this sung in many hotel bars.

Yup, people can't get enough of this song.

What can I say, that's amore!

FMM: By George, Clooney

Nope, we’re not going to be that obvious. This Friday Magic Madness post isn’t about George Clooney.

It’s about another Clooney - one who’s lesser known, but just as cool. Literally.

Rosemary Clooney sang one of my favorite songs from way, way, way back. A chill and laid-back song entitled “In the Cool of the Evening.”

Actually, this song already had a lot of iterations, from its original Dean Martin version from the 50s. And as much as I like his version, Rosemary’s version is equally great.

It’s a cool Friday indeed.