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His contributions to the music world continue to be celebrated even after his untimely death on January 15, 1994 in Agoura Hills, CA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Nilsson*'s music resonates with fans of various genres due to its timeless appeal. Drawing inspiration from diverse influences like The Beach Boys and Carole King among others mentioned above; he crafted songs that touched hearts across generations. 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Obviously included are his big chart hits \"\u003cem\u003eWithout You\u003c\/em\u003e\", \"\u003cem\u003eEverybody's Talkin'\u003c\/em\u003e\" and \"\u003cem\u003eCoconut\u003c\/em\u003e\". Nilsson sadly died prematurely at the age of 52 in 1994, but he leaves behind a great musical legacy that hopefully his many fans and admirers will enjoy on this three CD set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExtensive new notes by Charles Waring. 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The critical appeal that both would eventually (and rightfully) attain makes this artistic summit all the more poignant. Famously named “Record of the Year” by Stereo Review magazine, Harry Nilsson’s \u003ci\u003eNilsson Sings Newman\u003c\/i\u003e stands well outside the mainstream of other LPs of this period – with Newman’s piano providing the sole accompaniment to the multi-tracked army of Nilsson harmonies and overdubs. It is also the first album where Nilsson acted as his own producer. Part of the album's charm can be heard in the studio talkback that Nilsson chose to include in-between his vocal harmonies to help achieve the final product. 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The decision to make an album like this one would have been unusual for any contemporary artist around at that time, but it was especially strange for Nilsson. 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Working with producer Richard Perry and at London’s Trident Studios for the second time—and collaborating with guests such as George Harrison, Ringo Starr, and Peter Frampton as well as choirs and orchestras—the singer captures a natural sound marked by lively tonalities, generous air, and stellar presence. All these aspects come to the fore with unprecedented degrees on these first-ever audiophile reissues of Nilsson’s most controversial (and self-sabotaging) turn. The versatile array of instruments have room to breathe, while notes emerge with palpable immediacy and fade with realistic decay. And Nilsson’s elastic voice projects with you-are-there resolution and transparency. 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