..His voice really rubs me the right way....Mae West
Mike Clifford is a renowned recording artist and actor who now delights his fans in the country..s top nightclubs with his singing partner of 20 years, Sandy Zacky. Skyrocketed to fame by his first big hit in U.S., ..Close To Cathy,.. on United Artists Records, Mike also starred in the dual roles of Johnny Casino and Teen Angel in the first national touring company of the Broadway hit musical Grease, on the road for two years with John Travolta and Barry Bostwick. He first toured the U.S. and Canada as the featured balladeer with The Dick Clark Caravan of Stars. His TV appearances include his prime-time debut on The Ed Sullivan Show, performances on The Joey Bishop Show, The Mike Douglas Show, American Bandstand, The Donald O..Connor Show, The Jose Feliciano Show, Shindig, and his own TV Special, The Mike Clifford Show. He had a recurring role on the daytime dramatic series, Never Too Young, co-starred in the motion picture, Village of the Giants, and sang a duet (..Love Will Keep Us Together..) with Mae West in the film, Sextette. He also has had hit records and a celebrated TV Special in Venezuela. His other hits include ..What to Do With Laurie,.. ..One Boy Too Late,.. and ..All the Colors of the Rainbow...
..Sandy Zacky is a treasure, a master of song interpretation, following in the footsteps of Rosemary Clooney and Mabel Mercer....songwriter Adrienne Anderson (..Could It Be Magic,.. ..I Go to Rio,.. ..D..j.. vu,.. etc.)
Veteran vocalist, Sandy Zacky, has been a popular performer with an extensive series of engagements at leading venues across the western states. Sandy has worked as a solo artist as well as with her partner, Mike Clifford.
In her teens her brother introduced her to the legendary Sam Cooke who took her under his wing and mentored her early singing career. At the time of Sam Cooke..s death Sandy chose to set aside her musical ambitions for the world of fashion and quickly became a top full figure model, working with Pierre Cardin among others. She was featured in many of the important fashion magazines of the day, including several times in BBW. She was also an accomplished fine art photographer displaying her work at Los Angeles area galleries.
During this period Sandy married and left the road long enough to raise three wonderful and successful sons. While working as a wife and mother she attended Cal State Northridge graduating Summa cum Laude in Literature.
When Sandy returned to performing, she gravitated to the L.A. jazz club scene for its intimacy and spontaneity. She lost none of her early magic and again impressed booking agents with her talent leading to regular appearances at Rose Tattoo, LeMondrian, Perino..s, Vine Street Bar & Grill, Cinegrill, Gardenia, the St. James Club (headlining a special tribute to Sylvester Stallone). She also performed at The Variety Arts Center, the famous Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel (opening for Milton Berle), and even The ..Fabulous.. Forum.
The act developed a cult following including renowned vocal coach to the stars Richard Loring, who introduced her to pop icon Mike Clifford. Sandy's collaboration with Mike resulted in an entertaining show that evolved into a long-standing stage attraction (working with small group or orchestra) and after many years, the release of their first CD containing memorable recordings of treasures of classic and contemporary pop music.
Sandy and her husband Ron are well known philanthropists in the Los Angeles community. They serve on the board of governors of Cedars-Sinai Hospital, as well as generously contributing their time to several other worthy organizations.
Along with the PT POPS ORCHESTRA being featured on the album the CD, Love Is Everything was produced by Paul Turner
MAY 2007 REVIEWS
Reviewer: Anne {the Voice} Bartee
Mike and Sandy really have put out a great CD.. the arrangements are wonderful and this is really refreshing to finally get Great music.. I loved the entire CD especially the title tune "Love is Everything".. Good job guys.... Nice to hear real music instead of noise!
Reviewer: Pamela Rogers
This CD is a real treat from start to finish. Great vocals and tremendous arrangements. These two vocalists have super harmony and wonderful solo skills. I have the CD and play it in my car at least 3 or 4 times a week. Paul Turner's musicians really outdid themselves and Mike and Sandy deserve the best musical talent available to showcase their talent. If you buy no other CD's this year, make this one a must for you and your gift list!
Reviewer: Julie Mendoza
Great Album. Sandy and Mike are the real deal. Listen to "For once in my life", the orchestra is on fire!!!!SMOKIN Absolutely wonderful artistry!!
Reviewer: Len Medrud
Mike and Sandy absolutely nail it! It speaks to the heart in a way that defies description. An absolute must listen to..... This is the CD you've been waiting for!
Reviewer: Arthur Hamilton
Sandy and Mike dive into these songs as if they were looking for pearls, and they have presented us with a treasure trove. Their respective abilities to do great things with big, dramatic ballads, and then to make their up-tempos really swing, are amazing. Listen carefully. . .you deserve to hear everything they've got. Great renditions of some real classics Sandy and Mike really get the feel.
Reviewer: Russell S.
A newcomer to Sandy and Mike I was really impressed the way these two harmonize and compliment one another. Great music with some searing sax and big band bravado!
Reviewer: Dan Mayfield
A Perfect Album. Nice to see Mike Clifford recording and back on top again!
Reviewer: Susan Rogars
Great album! Well worth the money. Excellent choice of songs. You can just feel the passion between the vocals of Mike Clifford and Sandy Zacky and the Orchestra!!! More albums please.... What a CD BABY!!!!
Reviewer: Ryan Taylor
A great mixture of songs. Non stop emotion from top to bottom. I recommend everyone to buy "Love is Everything".... LOVE IT!!!!!!!
Reviewer: Joyce B
All the reviews about sum it up. "Love Is Everything" is a must have for any CD collection. Forget all the Vocalist on American Idol, Mike Clifford and Sandy Zacky are in a class all their own. A wonderfully produced album that sets a new standard for the great American Song Book.
Reviewer: Jane Williams
What a Magical CD. From beginning to end the CD is pure art! Mike Clifford and Sandy Zacky Produce nothing less than World class vocal performances. The PT POPS Orchestra is a beautiful touch. Truly a stunning production that will appeal to all ages, "love is Everything" is a must buy!!! This is a great cd from beginning to end
Reviewer: Arthur Rivers
This is a superb cd thats perfect for any and every occasion, I find the vocals and music are easy listen, energizing and relaxing, five thumbs up. Yes I have it.
Reviewer: Adrienne Anderson
"Love Is Everything" is a triumph. It speaks to the endurance of great songs, great friendship, and the will to express beauty and passion. For both Mike Clifford and Sandy Zacky, love truely IS everything!
Reviewer: Chuck Benjamin
Hearing Mike singing "That's All" took me right back to the 60's. After the harmonies of "My One And Only Love/Evergreen" and the passion of "Takin' A Chance On Love" you realize they were destined to be singing partners. Mike also shines on "Could It Be Magic" and Sandy on "New York State Of Mind". If you enjoy classic songs, marvelous arrangements and passionate singers, then BUY this CD!
Reviewer: Dr.Martin Schwartz
This c.d. is really,really unbelievable!! The Nearness of You and Cry me a River sung by Zacky,will definately be classics. She brings you into the song.Cliffords version of Magic just soars,another classic in my opinion. The world needs to hear these two artists,they are amazing!
Reviewer: Blade
Zacky & Clifford are vocal dynamos - Together or separate this CD is a must have for Jazz, Pop & Lovers of good old fashioned true singing artists...!!
Reviewer: Mark Wilson
Great new CD for all lovers of good music. This CD is an excellent addition to any collection covering many years of Pop and Jazz from the Great American Songbook. These two vocalists of note each have their solo turns, as well as a group of duets. Both of their voices blend in a beautiful way with the live strings and horns of the PT Pops Orchestra.
