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This record was a hard one to find, but it's deserving of being labeled 'gold' in my opinion, and I hold an MM degree from Catholic University, Washington, D.C.
Crosby's vocal tone is very smooth, easy on the ears and pitch perfect. "Concerning taste there can be no dispute", but for my taste this recording is a treat for lovers of vocal music.
Bing Crosby's remarkable voice is the epitome of all American singers! This album, though an early one, represents his voice at the prime of his career. All of the songs for which he is best remembered are on this album. The great Andrews Sisters are also featured. This is an excellent choice.
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2007
It goes without saying that Bing Crosby was one of the very, very best male vocalists of the entire twentieth century; and I dare say that it will be a very long time before we see another quite like him. This wonderful CD gives us 26 of his songs to enjoy over and over again.
The track set starts with "Sweet Leilani." This tune has a Hawaiian beat to it; the slow tempo enhances the romantic effect of this ballad. Lani McIntyre and His Hawaiians bolster this number. This early Bing Crosby recording shows his natural talent very early on in his illustrious career. Great! "White Christmas" remains the best selling song of all time; this melancholy ballad features Bing reminiscing about celebrating Christmas in simpler times when people were worth more than cold strings of computer code. The backup chorus helps to make the number special; but Bing outshines them by far. I've simply never heard a more beautiful Christmas song.
"Pistol Packin' Mama" is actually a somewhat humorous melody and the musical arrangement works well with its use of the horns. Listen for The Andrews Sisters themselves to help out on backup vocals. Great! "Jingle Bells" and "I'll Be Home For Christmas" give us two more Christmas songs; "I'll Be Home For Christmas" is an especially beautiful, heartfelt ballad that gets the royal treatment from Bing. Bing performs "I'll Be Home For Christmas" with panache and all his heart and soul.
"Don't Fence Me In" features Bing again with The Andrews Sisters. Cole Porter wrote this as a spoof of country tunes; but with Bing and The Andrews Sisters to perform "Don't Fence Me In," Cole Porter hardly could have bombed! "Alexander's Ragtime Band" showcases what Bing can do with a classic--with Al Jolson joining in for even more fun. Bing swings gently as Al Jolson belts it all out--Bing and Al Jolson sure made a great duo! Their banter amuses me, too.
"Dear Hearts And Gentle People" sports a country feel to it; and "Play A Simple Melody" has a big band style melody as Bing and his son Gary croon this to perfection. "Sam's Song" is a playful tune again with father Bing and son Gary that provides a happy, strong ending for this album.
The liner notes include detailed notes about every song on this CD; and the artwork is well done. We also get the song credits and recording dates. Great!
Bing Crosby never disappointed his countless fans throughout the decades; and you won't be disappointed either if you get this CD. What a collection of hits!
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2004
It's amazing the catalog of songs - some hits, some lesser known - that Bing put to disc in his 50 years! PLEASE, Universal - get your books straightened out and release MORE of these discs! And the cover art? Terrific!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2012
Bing's Gold Records is true to its title - it contains all of the 21 gold records of his recording career, an official, chronological release from the original Decca masters.
Beginning with his 1937 smashing Polynesian single, "Sweet Leilani" and ending with ending with the first ever double sided gold single, 1950s' "Play A Simple Melody / Sam Song" with his son Gary.
This album was essential by the time of its release, being the first ever CD source for these singles in 1987, many of which were lost among re-recordings and bootlegs in the LP world.
It can no longer hold the title, however, given that not only the official sources from Bing Crosby Enterprises and Decca have been outweiged, in both breadth and audio quality, by unofficial sources such as Jonzo and Seppia.
By its face value, Crosby's gold records alone are superficial to his career output, whereas many #1 chart toppers, Tin Pan Alley interpretations, jazz numbers from the early 30s' (which made his bones), movie themes, Country and World songs, radio sessions and full fledged 70s albums all escaped the gold record status, so this is just the tip of the iceberg.
But in the end, casual listeners will get a solid first picture, and fans will delight at official master sources of their favorite singles, including "White Christmas" and "Now Is The Hour".
NOTE: despite being master sources, all of the recordings are still from the pre-tape years, and the sound quality is inevitably lacking. For good sound quality of the post-tape era, check out his recordings past the mid 50s'.
This collection of Decca hits during the late 30s, 40, and early 50s is a bit heavy on Christmas records, but satisfies that thirst for pure, smooth singing, wrapped in beautiful harmonies and elegant arrangements. Some of the arrangements here -- particularly "Silent Night," and "I'll Be Home for Christmas," are among the best ever done of these classics.
I only wish they would put out some more of Crosby's catalogue -- it is criminally out of print.
Given that formerly "uncool" artists such as Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, and Sammy D. have all been resurrected, along with formerly uncool pursuits such as golf, cigar-smoking and poker, isn't it time we give Der Bingle his due? I'm ready to bring back the light blue bucket hat!
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