Louis Armstrong — The Best of the Decca Years, Vol. 1: The Singer (CD) — Used

Louis Armstrong — The Best of the Decca Years, Volume One: The Singer | Used CD

Hear the warmth, humor, and unmistakable voice of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong on this superb collection of recordings from his Decca years. Released by MCA in 1989, The Best of the Decca Years, Volume One: The Singer focuses on Armstrong's extraordinary gifts as a vocalist, with beloved interpretations of “La Vie en Rose,” “Blueberry Hill,” “A Kiss to Build a Dream On,” and more. The 13 selections offer a wonderful introduction to Armstrong's expressive phrasing and enduring appeal.

Complete 13-Track Listing

1. On the Sunny Side of the Street
2. That Lucky Old Sun (Just Rolls Around Heaven All Day)
3. Gone Fishin'
4. A Kiss to Build a Dream On
5. (I'll Be Glad When You're Dead) You Rascal You
6. La Vie en Rose
7. Blueberry Hill
8. In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree
9. The Gypsy
10. Lazy River
11. I Surrender Dear
12. It's All in the Game
13. When It's Sleepy Time Down South

Five Interesting Facts

1. The compilation was released in 1989 by MCA Records, drawing from Armstrong's Decca recordings.
2. Its subtitle, The Singer, highlights Armstrong's influential vocal performances rather than only his trumpet playing.
3. The recordings on this edition span multiple years, including performances from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s.
4. “Blueberry Hill” became one of Armstrong's best-known vocal recordings.
5. The 1989 CD was digitally transferred from original Decca masters at MCA Studios in North Hollywood.

CD Details

Artist: Louis Armstrong
Album: The Best of the Decca Years, Volume One: The Singer
Year: 1989
Label: MCA Records / Decca
Catalog: MCAD-31346
Genre: Jazz / Vocal Jazz / Swing
Format: Audio CD, 13 tracks
UPC: 076743134623
Condition: Used

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