This rare 1970 UK reissue of the classic 1962 vocal jazz album captures the legendary Sammy Davis Jr at the peak of his transformative powers as an entertainer. Released on the Valiant Records label with the catalogue number VS 142 this stereo long play record showcases the extraordinary versatility that made him a cornerstone of the Rat Pack era.
The bold red and black cover art features a striking high contrast portrait of the artist setting a sophisticated mid-century tone for a collection that blends masterful crooning with his uncanny ability to mimic the vocal stylings of his peers. Listeners are treated to a dynamic program including That Lucky Old Sun and Be My Love where Davis seamlessly adopts the personas of stars like Ray Charles Frankie Laine Mario Lanza and Louis Armstrong. Arranged and conducted by the acclaimed Morton Stevens the tracks on side one transition from the playful humor of Lulu's Back In Town to the dramatic flair of Sonny Boy providing a definitive audio document of the performer's celebrated stage craft.
This pressing is a prized piece for collectors of traditional pop and jazz history offering an immersive look into the infectious talent of the man often called the world's greatest entertainer.
