Pink Martini, Hey Eugene! (Heinz). Polyglot pop from the Portland-based highbrow lounge-Latino semi-big band whose music boxes the stylistic compass. Lead vocalist China Forbes is at home with every kind of song from “Tea for Two” to “Dosvedanya Mio Bambino.” Yes, Pink Martini is very clever and very hip–but also great, great fun. A perfect party album, even if you’re the only guest (TT).
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