ALESSI BROTHERS "WORDS AND MUSIC" Alessi "Words and Music" ⓒ 1979 A&M Records Reissue 2002 A&M Records UICY-3349 "Hall of Fame Albums" Series World's First CD Release 24bit Digital Remaster With obi, commentary (by Kazuhisa Kanazawa), lyrics and translations The Alessi Brothers, a twin duo who gained popularity with their sweet looks and soft vocals. Billy and Bobby Alessi, the Alessi brothers from Long Island, NY, appeared in the Broadway musical "HAIR" in 1970. There, they met Peppy Castro, the guitarist from the former BLUES MAGOOS and later BALANCE, and formed the pre-AOR/soft rock band "BARNABY BYE." They officially started their duo activities in 1976, and had a hit with "OH LORI" in 1977. They were loved by 70s and 80s pop fans, creating many masterpieces with their innate songwriting ability. This is their fourth album, co-produced by Nick DeCaro and Bob Cordo, and was the first CD release in the world at the time. In addition to the originals, it includes covers of Sly & The Family Stone ⑨ and The Spencer Davis Group ①. ① Gimme Some Lovin' 3:28 ② Lover Boy 3:10 ③ Words And Music 4:10 ④ As Long As I Still Have You 3:42 ⑤ Midnight Low 4:14 ⑥ Evilman 5:18 ⑦ Wait For Me 4:15 ⑧ I Wish That I Was Making Love (To You Tonight) 3:28 ⑨ Hot Fun In The Summertime 5:50 The playing surface has no scratches, but there are minor scratches near the outer edge where the sound isn't recorded. There are nail marks on the top and bottom of the back of the booklet. There is a slight fold on the bottom right of the front cover. The case front has some scratches due to aging. The disc surface is clean, so it is rated as "no noticeable scratches or stains." # aor # pop vocal # alessi brothers