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"Rock n Roll World" was the fourth album to be released by the cast of the TV series "FAME", in America. It was released in the U.S. on LP (AFL1- 4842) and Cassette (AFK1 - 4842) in 1983, on RCA Victor records. This album was not released in the U.K. or Europe although apart from the title track which came from season 3, the rest of the tracks, which came from season 2, were issued on the "Sing For You" album in the rest of the World.
"Rock n Roll World" was the fourth album to be released by the cast of the TV series "FAME", in America. It was released in the U.S. on LP (AFL1- 4842) and Cassette (AFK1 - 4842) in 1983, on RCA Victor records. This album was not released in the U.K. or Europe although apart from the title track which came from season 3, the rest of the tracks, which came from season 2, were issued on the "Sing For You" album in the rest of the World.
The album was produced by Barry Fasman for The Entertainment Company. Executive producers were Charles Koppelman & Martin Bandier. Lead Vocals were by Lee Curreri, Greg Evigan, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel, Billy Hufsey Carlo Imperato, Valerie Landsburg, Gene Anthony Ray, Lori Singer and The Waters.
The album was produced by Barry Fasman for The Entertainment Company. Executive producers were Charles Koppelman & Martin Bandier. Lead Vocals were by Lee Curreri, Greg Evigan, Cynthia Gibb, Erica Gimpel, Billy Hufsey Carlo Imperato, Valerie Landsburg, Gene Anthony Ray, Lori Singer and The Waters.
"Rock n Roll World" was released as a single in America to promote the album. It was also used in publicity promos for the 3rd Season of "Fame", which having been cancelled by NBC was picked up in first run syndication. The Album is credited to Fame rather than The Kids From Fame as previous releases had been.
"Rock n Roll World" was released as a single in America to promote the album. It was also used in publicity promos for the 3rd Season of "Fame", which having been cancelled by NBC was picked up in first run syndication. The Album is credited to Fame rather than The Kids From Fame as previous releases had been.
Tracklisting:
Tracklisting:
Side A:
Side A:
"Rock 'N Roll World" - Kids From Fame
"Mr. Cool" - Lori Singer, Valerie Landsburg
"The Secret" - Carlo Imperato
"Take That First Step" - Valerie Landsburg
"Better With A Friend" - Lee Curreri, Lori Singer, Valerie Landsburg
Side B:
Side B:
"Shakin'" - The Waters
"Electricity" - Lee Curreri
"Lucky Enough For Two" - Greg Evigan, Valerie Landsburg
"Face To Face" - Valerie Landsburg, Lee Curreri
"Sing For You America" - Erica Gimpel, Carlo Imperato, Valerie Landsburg, Gene Anthony Ray
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Reviews
This was the final all new material album Released in America. Although it was mentioned in the Official Fame Magazine in the U.K. I never saw it on import and wasn't really aware f it until many years later.
This was the final all new material album Released in America. Although it was mentioned in the Official Fame Magazine in the U.K. I never saw it on import and wasn't really aware f it until many years later.
The "Rock n Roll World" cover is a still from the music video that the cast made for the song, which was the first thing they filmed at the start of Season 3 and features Gene Anthony Ray, Carlo Imperato, Valerie Landsburg, Cynthia Gibb and Billy Hufsey.
The "Rock n Roll World" cover is a still from the music video that the cast made for the song, which was the first thing they filmed at the start of Season 3 and features Gene Anthony Ray, Carlo Imperato, Valerie Landsburg, Cynthia Gibb and Billy Hufsey.
The song was used to promote the new Season, which was the first to be broadcast in Syndication. The video was then incorporated into the episode "Lisa's Song"
The song was used to promote the new Season, which was the first to be broadcast in Syndication. The video was then incorporated into the episode "Lisa's Song"
Rock n Roll World was released as a single in America but failed to chart. It wasn't issued anywhere else in the World.
Rock n Roll World was released as a single in America but failed to chart. It wasn't issued anywhere else in the World.
I really like the opening song "Rock n Roll World" it is a great example of how the music became l more modern in season 3 but next to the other songs on this album, which all come from season 2 it feels a little out of place.
I really like the opening song "Rock n Roll World" it is a great example of how the music became l more modern in season 3 but next to the other songs on this album, which all come from season 2 it feels a little out of place.
"Mr Cool" written by Sue Sheridan & Andrea Robinson and credited as performed by Fame. Although in reality this is performed by Valerie, Lori and Guest star Connie Needham. The song is pleasant but for me it's just mediocre.
"Mr Cool" written by Sue Sheridan & Andrea Robinson and credited as performed by Fame. Although in reality this is performed by Valerie, Lori and Guest star Connie Needham. The song is pleasant but for me it's just mediocre.
"The Secret" written by Barry Fasman & Steve Sperry and performed by Carlo Imperato . I do really like this song, which I first heard during the concert I went to, where Carlo dueted with Gene. I'm not sure why they didn't make this a duet in the episode as it would be nice to have the boys have a proper duet together. I can't think of any song that was ever just a Gene and Carlo duet and as they were the only 2 kids to be in all 6 seasons of the show, that seems strange. This songs has a great message and is similar to "life is a Celebration" in some respects.
"The Secret" written by Barry Fasman & Steve Sperry and performed by Carlo Imperato . I do really like this song, which I first heard during the concert I went to, where Carlo dueted with Gene. I'm not sure why they didn't make this a duet in the episode as it would be nice to have the boys have a proper duet together. I can't think of any song that was ever just a Gene and Carlo duet and as they were the only 2 kids to be in all 6 seasons of the show, that seems strange. This songs has a great message and is similar to "life is a Celebration" in some respects.
"Take that First Step" written by Bill & Kathy Burch and performed by Valerie Landsburg. This song is pleasant and the best of Val's songs on this side of the album but I could never understand why the best ballad Val sings in season 2 "Just When I Really Needed You" isn't included on the album, but weaker songs are.
"Take that First Step" written by Bill & Kathy Burch and performed by Valerie Landsburg. This song is pleasant and the best of Val's songs on this side of the album but I could never understand why the best ballad Val sings in season 2 "Just When I Really Needed You" isn't included on the album, but weaker songs are.
"Better With A Friend" written by Michael Cruz and performed by Fame. Originally I thought this was only performed in the episode by Valerie, Lee and Lori but on rewatching the episode I can see Geen and Carlo are also singing in the backing vocals. Still the song is pleasant enough and uptempo but again not a classic in my opinion.
"Better With A Friend" written by Michael Cruz and performed by Fame. Originally I thought this was only performed in the episode by Valerie, Lee and Lori but on rewatching the episode I can see Geen and Carlo are also singing in the backing vocals. Still the song is pleasant enough and uptempo but again not a classic in my opinion.
"Shakin" written by Michael Cruz and performed by The waters & Fame. As I'm concerned this is just the Waters and none of the cast performed on this track . Although I always wondered if the cast were supposed to be on the backing vocals, but they weren't singing in the episode. There seems little point of recording vocals that no one can tell belong to any of the cast. I think the producers were worried the audience might not be happy with tracks that weren't performed by the cast so pretended they were on the record to try and fool the public. Anyway for me I love this song and this is the best track on the whole album and it could have only been made better by having Gene, Debbie and Erica actually perform it.
"Shakin" written by Michael Cruz and performed by The waters & Fame. As I'm concerned this is just the Waters and none of the cast performed on this track . Although I always wondered if the cast were supposed to be on the backing vocals, but they weren't singing in the episode. There seems little point of recording vocals that no one can tell belong to any of the cast. I think the producers were worried the audience might not be happy with tracks that weren't performed by the cast so pretended they were on the record to try and fool the public. Anyway for me I love this song and this is the best track on the whole album and it could have only been made better by having Gene, Debbie and Erica actually perform it.
"Electricity" written by Barry Fasman & Sue Sheridan and performed by Lee Curreri. I do like this track as it's totally different for the show, although Lee's vocals do sound weird with the electronic effect put on them. Still this is one of the better sings on the album.
"Electricity" written by Barry Fasman & Sue Sheridan and performed by Lee Curreri. I do like this track as it's totally different for the show, although Lee's vocals do sound weird with the electronic effect put on them. Still this is one of the better sings on the album.
"Lucky Enough For Two" written by Henry Gaffney and performed by Greg Evigan & Valerie Landsburg. The Country theme continues but this is much more my cup of tea and I've always liked this song. Greg has a sexy voice but really I would have liked to hear more of Valerie and this be a proper duet. Here Valerie is really only doing baking vocals. This is the first time a guest star is featured on any of the Fame albums and I'm surprised that they didn't re-record the male vocals with one of the cast members singing them. This would have suited Carlo well and maybe even Morgan Stevens.
"Lucky Enough For Two" written by Henry Gaffney and performed by Greg Evigan & Valerie Landsburg. The Country theme continues but this is much more my cup of tea and I've always liked this song. Greg has a sexy voice but really I would have liked to hear more of Valerie and this be a proper duet. Here Valerie is really only doing baking vocals. This is the first time a guest star is featured on any of the Fame albums and I'm surprised that they didn't re-record the male vocals with one of the cast members singing them. This would have suited Carlo well and maybe even Morgan Stevens.
"Face To Face" written by Gary Portnoy & Judy Hart Angelo and performed by Valerie Landsburg & Lee Curreri. Another song that is pleasant but not a favourite of mine. Lee is really only really providing backing vocals.
"Face To Face" written by Gary Portnoy & Judy Hart Angelo and performed by Valerie Landsburg & Lee Curreri. Another song that is pleasant but not a favourite of mine. Lee is really only really providing backing vocals.
"Sing For You" written by Barry Fasman & Sue Sheridan and performed by Carlo Imperato, Gene Anthony Ray, Erica Gimpel & Valerie Landsburg.
"Sing For You" written by Barry Fasman & Sue Sheridan and performed by Carlo Imperato, Gene Anthony Ray, Erica Gimpel & Valerie Landsburg.
A rousing and patriotic start to the album but this is not a favourite song of mine as not being American it's difficult to get into the spirit of the lyrics. Still it's nice to have the cast members performing together and their voices naturally seem to blend.
A rousing and patriotic start to the album but this is not a favourite song of mine as not being American it's difficult to get into the spirit of the lyrics. Still it's nice to have the cast members performing together and their voices naturally seem to blend.
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