Yvetta Simonová Milan Chladil - Loučení Sladké Hlouposti

Review by Kent Sanders

Loučení Sladké Hlouposti: A Timeless Czechoslovak Gem from 1968 If you’ve ever wondered what happens when jazz meets pop with a sprinkle of Schlager and Big Band magic, Loučení Sladké Hlouposti by Yvetta Simonová and Milan Chladil is your answer. Released in 1968 under the legendary Supraphon label, this album feels like stepping into a smoky Prague club where the music wraps around you like an old friend’s hug. It’s not perfect—heck, it doesn’t even try to be—but that’s exactly why it works. Let me tell ya about two tracks that stuck with me long after the needle lifted off the record. First up is “Sladké Hlouposti (Something Stupid).” Yeah, yeah, we all know Sinatra’s version, but hearing Yvetta and Milan tackle it gives it a whole new vibe. Their voices don’t just sing together—they dance. You can almost picture them exchanging playful glances while the band swings softly in the background. It’s got this bittersweet charm, like laughing at yourself for falling in love again even though you swore you wouldn’t. Honestly, I couldn’t help but grin like an idiot every time they hit those high notes. Then there’s “Loučení.” Man, this one punches you right in the feels. The melody starts slow, almost hesitant, as if saying goodbye isn’t something either singer wants to do. But then the horns kick in, bold and brassy, giving the track a sense of finality. Listening to it felt like watching the last sunset before leaving a place you’ll never see again. There’s no over-the-top drama here—just raw emotion carried by Yvetta’s velvety voice and Milan’s warm tone. By the end, I was half-heartedly muttering, “Okay, fine, you win,” to my tear ducts. What makes this album special isn’t just its genre-bending sound or the chemistry between Yvetta and Milan—it’s how unapologetically human it feels. These aren’t flawless studio performances; they’re real, lived-in moments captured on vinyl. And maybe that’s why it still resonates so deeply today. In a world obsessed with perfection, Loučení Sladké Hlouposti reminds us that imperfection has its own kind of beauty. Oh, and here’s a random thought: If this album were a drink, it’d probably be a strong espresso with a dash of honey—bitter yet sweet, energizing but calming. Weird analogy? Maybe. But hey, isn’t that what great music does? Makes you think strange thoughts while feeling everything all at once.

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Artist: Yvetta Simonová Milan Chladil
Album: Loučení Sladké Hlouposti

Czechoslovakia

1968

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Loučení
Sladké Hlouposti (Something Stupid)

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Catalog Numbers

0 43 0359

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Supraphon

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lyssna på nätet
écouter en ligne
ouvir online
online anhören
ascolta in linea
escuchar en línea
lytte på nettet
online luisteren
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Repress
Mono

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	Gramofonové Závody

Credits

Role	Credit
Vocals	Milan Chladil, Yvetta Simonová

Notes

℗ 1967
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Retailed in random preprinted neutral Supraphon sleeves.
Pressing plant uncredited, identified by the matrix numbers.

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Matrix / Runout (Label A): D 02735
Matrix / Runout (Label AA): D 02736
Rights Society: BIEM
Price Code: h
Other (Printed matter registration number): B-03*11257
Other (Manufacturing date code): 68 1
Matrix / Runout (A-side Label): D 02735
Matrix / Runout (AA-side Label): D 02736
Matrix / Runout (A-side Full Run-out): D 02735/A A
Matrix / Runout (AA-side Full Run-out, variant 1): D 02736/A A
Matrix / Runout (AA-side Full Run-out, variant 2): D 02736/A B
Other (Retail Price Code): h
Other (Printed Matter Registration Number): B-03*11257
Other (Manufacturing Date Code): 67 2

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Czech vocalist and musical actress. Member of the since 1960 until the late 1980s, often performing as a vocal duo with until his death. Still actively performing as of 2009. Born November 4, 1928, probably in Český Brod (former Czechoslovakia). Her second husband was , when divorced, became her partner.

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Yvetta Spurná née Roubalová

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Y. Simonowa
Yveta Simonová
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Yvetta Simonova
И. Симонова
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Иветта Симонова

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Here’s something cool: In 1968, during the height of Czechoslovakia's vibrant music scene, Yvetta Simonová and Milan Chladil teamed up to release *Loučení Sladké Hlouposti*. It’s a unique blend of jazz, pop, Schlager, and big band sounds. The album features just two tracks—"Sladké Hlouposti (Something Stupid)" and "Loučení"—but don’t let that fool you. These songs are packed with emotion and style, showcasing their incredible vocal chemistry. Released under the iconic Supraphon label, this little gem reflects the creative energy of its time. Definitely worth a listen if you’re into retro vibes!