1 / 2They Called Them Ghosts: The Great Movie Dubbers Sing
Great Dubbers: They Called Them Ghosts is a Jasmine Music CD collecting recordings by eight women known for singing as movie stars’ vocal doubles. The listing highlights rarities, soundtrack recordings, performances in the singers’ own styles, and duets featuring Joan Crawford and Marilyn Monroe.
At a glance
- Focuses on eight women who sang as uncredited vocal doubles for film stars.
- The listing describes rarities and soundtrack recordings not previously released on CD.
- Includes performances by the singers in their own styles, alongside soundtrack work.
- The listing also mentions Joan Crawford duetting with India Adams and Marilyn Monroe in two duets with Eileen Wilson.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Its focus on ghost singers offers a collection centered on performers often left out of film credits.
- The mix described includes rare soundtrack material and performances outside the singers’ dubbing work.
Technical specifications
5 specifications| Brand | Jasmine Music |
|---|---|
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Language | English |
| Original release date | 2018 |
| Dimensions listed | 5.67 x 4.92 x 0.28 inches; 3.25 ounces |
|---|
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in classic-film vocal dubbing and the singers behind movie-star performances.
- Collectors seeking a CD focused on rare recordings and the careers of the named ghost singers.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking specifically for a greatest-hits collection, the listing says this release is not one.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied rating aggregate is 5.0 out of 5 from 8 global ratings, with all ratings shown at five stars. That is a positive but small aggregate, and it does not reveal what listeners praised or whether the rare recordings or ghost-singer focus matched their expectations.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of music collection is this?
The listing describes a CD focused on eight women who sang as vocal doubles for film stars, including both soundtrack recordings and performances in their own styles.
Is this a greatest-hits compilation?
No. The listing says it focuses on rarities rather than the singers’ most famous songs.
Which duet performances are mentioned?
The listing mentions Joan Crawford in a duet with India Adams and Marilyn Monroe in two duets with Eileen Wilson.
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