Globe Records - Genre Search: easy listening

Artist	Title	Format	Label	Date


MARIACHI BRASS FEAT. CHET BAKER	A TASTE OF TEQUILA / HATS OFF (Stock on hand: 2)	CD: $19.98 (US) - ($17.98 with *discount)	BGP	8/4/2006
EASY LISTENING: Here are the first two of several easy listening albums that Chet Baker fronted for World Pacific Records in the mid-60. Essentially a hipper version of Herb Alpert's Tijuana Brass, it featured many of L.A.'s most high-profile sessioneers of the 1960s, several of whom also played in the TJB. Some of the most notable players here include Tom Scott, Herb Ellis, Don Peake, Victor Feldman, Julius Wechter, Dennis Budimir, Al Casey and notable "Wrecking Crew" alumni Tommy Tedesco, Lyle Ritz, Frank Capp and Bill Pitman. "A Taste Of Tequila" and "Hats Off!" were arranged by Jack Nitzsche. None of the Mariachi Brass albums have ever been reissued.

VARIOUS ARTISTS	SPANISH EYES (Stock on hand: 4)	CD: $27.98 (US) - ($25.18 with *discount)	BEAR FAMILY	10/24/2003
EASY LISTENING: To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Bert Kaempfert's birth, Bear Family presents 20-plus recordings of the song "Spanish Eyes (Moon Over Naples)," and documents the interesting story of how the song was recorded, and marketed. In addition to the well-known recordings by Al Martino, Bert Kaempfert and Freddy Quinn, this CD features Engelbert, Andy Williams, Johnny Mathis, Ivo Robic, Milva, Charlie Rich, and others.

MISS CLAUDIA & PORNORAMA	AIRPORT (Stock on hand: 3)	CD: $18.98 (US) - ($17.08 with *discount)	ALL SCORE MEDIA	8/23/2005
EASY LISTENING: The stylish and wonderful chanteuse Miss Claudia, surrounded by her Danish lounge geniuses, takes us on an excursion with the international jet set. Rio, the Caribbean, Nepal -- Miss Claudia and her men feel at home everywhere when playing their '60s/'70s retro sound, performed on organ, vibraphone and brass instruments. The Concorde Music Club from Paris collaborated with the band on this album.

VARIOUS ARTISTS	THE RED SOMBRERO - MORE LIGHT MUSIC FAVOURITES (Stock on hand: 15)	CD: $19.98 (US) - ($17.98 with *discount)	MEMOIR	4/4/2003
EASY LISTENING: 23 track collection contains more light music songs from the '40s and '50s from both sides of the Atlantic. It features "The Arkansas Traveler" & "Sleigh Ride" by the Boston Promenade Orch., "With A Song In My Heart" by Andre Kostelanetz, "Sleepy Marionette" & "The Laughing Violin" by Charles Williams & Orch., "Beachcomber" & "The Red Sombrero" by Sidney Torch & Orch., "The Green Cockatoo" by Ethel Smith, "Melody Of The Stars" & "Humpty Dumpty" by Peter Yorke & Orch., "Jamaican Rumba" by Queens Hall Light Orch., and others.

VARIOUS ARTISTS	MORE BEWITCHING PIANO (Stock on hand: 3)	CD: $19.98 (US) - ($17.98 with *discount)	MEMOIR	11/29/2002
EASY LISTENING: Here are 24 more popular, easy-on-the-ear melodic standards played on the piano. Features Carmen Cavallaro, Semprini, Frankie Carle, Carrol Gibbons, Stanley Black, Vivian Ellis, Ben Light, Jan August, Barclay Allen, Eddy Duchin and His Orchestra, Eddie Heywood, Steve Race, Diana Lynn, Felix King and others.

KOSTELANETZ, ANDRE & HIS ORCHESTRA	THE GENIUS OF ANDRE KOSTELANETZ: PLAYS THE MUSIC OF RICHARD RODGERS (Stock on hand: 4)	CD: $16.98 (US) - ($15.28 with *discount)	SOUNDS OF YESTERYEAR	1/22/2008
EASY LISTENING: (2-CD set) Classically trained Andre Kostelanetz was one of the originators of the musical form we now know as Easy Listening. In 1957 he turned his attention to the wonderful music of Richard Rodgers and produced these historical tracks. The album is full of lush and complex arrangements which showcase the genius of one of the finest light music composers of the twentieth century. Many of the best tunes from his numerous shows are represented on this two for the price of one CD set.

KOSTELANETZ, ANDRE & HIS ORCHESTRA	GERSHWIN, KREISLER AND RACHMANINOV (Stock on hand: 9)	CD: $16.98 (US) - ($15.28 with *discount)	SOUNDS OF YESTERYEAR	1/19/2010
EASY LISTENING: This CD features the music of three of the greatest musician/composers of the twentieth century, George Gershwin, Fritz Kreisler and Serge Rachmaninov performed by one of the best light music orchestras of the Twentieth century, Andre Kostenetz And His Orchestra. Tracks Are: Love Walked In; A Foggy Day; 'S Wonderful; Fascinatin' Rhythm; The Man I Love; Someone To watch Over Me; Medley: I Got Rhythm / But Not For Me / Embraceable You; Wintergreen For President; Promenade; Porgy And Bess Medley: Catfish Row / Jazz Bo Brown / Before Dawn / Good Mornin' Sistyh / Oh! Lawd I'm On My Way; Bess, Oh! Where's My Bess?; Strike Up The Band; Tambourin Chinois; Caprice Viennois; The Old Refrain; Stars In My Eyes; Melodie In E, Opus 3, no. 3; Piano ConcertoNo. 2 in C Minor, opus 18; 18th Variation On A Theme Of Paganini, Opus 43.

FARNON, ROBERT	MELODY FAIR (Stock on hand: 25)	CD: $21.98 (US) - ($19.78 with *discount)	JASMINE	4/6/2007
EASY LISTENING: (2-CD Set) Featuring famous instrumentals, rare film soundtracks & singles with Vera Lynn, Denny Dennis, Anne Shelton, Beryl Davis and Gracie Fields. Farnon also provided the music for "Spring In Park Lane" which is still the most successful British film at the box office today. This collection provides a nostalgic reminder of his work during the melodious days of the 1940s and 1950s. Including the light music classics "Portrait Of A Flirt" and "Jumping Bean." Robert Farnon is widely recognized as one of the finest composer/arrangers in the world, having worked with stars such as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Lena Horne, Sarah Vaughan, Bing Crosby and George Shearing to name just a few!

VARIOUS ARTISTS	HENRY MANCINI - PINK GUITAR (Stock on hand: 3)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	9/21/2004
EASY LISTENING: A dozen of the world's best acoustic guitarists arrange instrumental versions of Henry Mancini's greatest melodies on this collection. Best-selling artist Laurence Juber opens with "The Theme From The Pink Panther" and is followed by Ed Gerhard's arrangement of "Moon River." Features a surprise duet on track 13! A simultaneous release worldwide by Warner Brothers of the transcriptions of these arrangements should bring great attention to this recording.

VARIOUS ARTISTS	COLE PORTER - DELOVELY GUITAR (Stock on hand: 2)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	8/21/2007
EASY LISTENING: This is a follow-up to "Henry Mancini - Pink Guitar" which won the Grammy two years ago for Pop Instrumental Album of the Year. This time the classic tunes of Cole Porter are arranged for solo and duo instrumental acoustic guitar. Track listing: Anything Goes - Doug Smith, I Get a Kick Out of You - Nick Charles, You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To - Eltjo Haselhoff, Night and Day - David Cullen, Let's Do It -Mark Hanson, I've Got You Under My Skin - Laurence Juber, What Is This Thing Called Love - Mike Dowling, Begin the Beguine - Jim Tozier, Don't Fence Me In - Lasse Johansson, My Heart Belongs to Daddy - Jim Earp, Love for Sale - Wayne Johnson, You're the Top - Brooks Williams, Let's Misbehave - Kenny Sultan, True Love - Tim Pacheco, Delovely - Mark Hanson & Doug Smith.

HANSON, MARK	GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOR GUITAR (Stock on hand: 4)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	5/19/2009
EASY LISTENING: Thirteen classic American songs from "Georgia On My Mind" to "All Of Me" are featured on this classic take on the Great American Songbook, all performed on solo guitar by Grammy winner Mark Hanson.

VARIOUS ARTISTS	POPPIN' GUITARS - A TUNEFUL OF SHERMAN (Stock on hand: 5)	CD: $20.98 (US) - ($18.88 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	10/20/2009
EASY LISTENING: Some of the most beloved songs of recent memory get all star treatment by the world's greatest acoustic guitarists on Poppin' Guitars - A Tuneful Of Sherman. The music of the Sherman Brothers is beloved worldwide for writing the songs for Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Winnie the Pooh as well as songs for Disneyland and hits for artists like Ringo Starr are given arrangements by the worlds greatest acoustic guitarists. From Australian legend Tommy Emmanuels' opening "Winnie The Pooh" to contributions from Wings lead guitarist Laurence Juber on "A Spoonful of Sugar" to Cars stars Greg Hawkes ("You're Sixteen") and Elliot Easton among other notable Grammy and award winning players this collection is sure to please listeners of all generations. Richard Sherman, the composer, has sponsored the CD and will be giving interviews to help promote the release.

PARIS, MARTIN	GUITARIST OFF THE VINE (Stock on hand: 2)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	10/20/2009
EASY LISTENING: Martin Paris is an exciting acoustic guitarist and on his latest CD he not only performs original instrumentals as a soloist but is joined by an ensemble for several tracks. Tracks: Daylight, Spare Change, Mean Streak, Life Of Faith, Influenced, On The Beach, Noche Caliente de Verano, Letting Go, That Bluesy Thang, Dinkey Creek, Sunday Morning, Twilight. NPR stations will be serviced with promos.

JUBER, LAURENCE	WOODEN HORSES (Stock on hand: 1)	CD: $18.98 (US) - ($17.08 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	1/19/2010
EASY LISTENING: Wooden Horses is loaded with unique melodic and groovin' compositions played with a virtuosity and style that is Laurence Jubers' alone. during his 15 years with Solid Air Records he has been named "Guitarist of the Year" in a finger style guitar magazine readers poll and his "LJ Plays the Beatles" made the top 10 all-time guitar albums list in acoustic guitar magazine. Juber also won his second Grammy Award and more recently his version of "Stand By Me' from his CD "Pop Goes Guitar" was featured in the national "Diamonds are Forever" TV commercial.

SHERMAN, RICHARD M.	FORGOTTEN DREAMS (Stock on hand: 38)	CD: $19.98 (US) - ($17.98 with *discount)	SOLID AIR	9/21/2010
EASY LISTENING: The first ever release from multi Oscar and Grammy winning composer Richard M. Sherman...of Mary Poppins, Winnie The Pooh, "You're Sixteen" and "Its a Small World" fame among hundreds of others! Richard is touring the world supporting the Disney play Mary Poppins and the play Chitty Chitty Bang Bang for which he wrote the music. He will be doing extensive press and radio interviews for this project.

WHITCOMB, IAN	SONGS WITHOUT WORDS (Stock on hand: 59)	CD: $25.98 (US) - ($23.38 with *discount)	RIVERMONT	5/15/2012
EASY LISTENING: (5% DISCOUNT THRU 5-18-12) (2-CD set) After a brief career as rock star in the 1960s "British Invasion," Ian Whitcomb turned his attention to ragtime and "dance hall" music styles of the early 20th century. In this 2-CD anthology, Whitcomb performs and annotates 48 of his own ragtime-influenced instrumental compositions spanning the years 1964-2009. The program includes rags, tangos, one-steps, waltzes, blues, and more, in settings ranging from solo piano to small ensembles to orchestral dance bands. This collection includes a full dozen selections that are previously unreleased. Tracks include: "Luscious Slices," "Sandcastle--A Day by the Sea," "Lawns of Louisiana," "Unrequited," "Lotusland," "Blazing Ambition," and 42 more.

YOUNG, VICTOR	CINEMA RHAPSODIES: THE MUSICAL GENIUS OF VICTOR YOUNG (Stock on hand: 31)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	HIT PARADE	4/18/2006
EASY LISTENING: Victor Young is one of American's preeminent film composers, having scored an unbelievable 300 movies in just over 20 years ending with his greatest achievement, the Oscar-winning "Around The World In 80 Days." Sadly, there has never been a CD collection of his work, but this first release from the new imported audiophile-quality Hit Parade label remedies that. Here are 22 tracks, superbly mastered (including some in stereo), that include some truly great American song classics, performed by Mr. Young himself (with the exception of three where the masters have unfortunately been lost). This CD will appeal to all film enthusiasts as well as those who appreciate great orchestral music, beautifully arranged and performed. Track listing (not final): Victor Young compositions from films: Around The World (Single Version Stereo Debut) / India Countryside (from "Around The World") / For Whom The Bell Tolls / Love Letters / My Foolish Heart / Written on the Wind / Golden Earrings / The Call of The Far-Away Hills (From "Shane") / Theme from "The Medic" / Samson & Delilah / My Mother (from "The Quiet Man") / Everything I Do(from "Thunderbirds") / Alone At Last (from "Something To Live For") / **Moonlight Serenade (from "The Star"). Non-Victor Young compositions, but charted performances: Ruby (from "Ruby Gentry") / The High & The Mighty / La Vie En Rose / Autumn Leaves / East of Eden. Victor Young compositions, performed in stereo by Richard Hayman: Stella By Starlight / When I Fall In Love / Love Letters.

SLATKIN, FELIX	MANY SPLENDORED THEMES (LIMITED EDITION) (Stock on hand: 75)	CD: $17.98 (US) - ($16.18 with *discount)	HIT PARADE	2/21/2012
EASY LISTENING: On the 50th anniversary of their first release, Hit Parade Records, the imported audiophile-quality reissue label, is pleased to present two complete stereo albums on one CD performed by The Fantastic Strings of Felix Slatkin, one of Hollywood's most brilliant conductors in the Golden Era of 50s and 60s film music. [!--^twonewline --][!--^--]These two stereo spectacular albums performed by a full symphony orchestra with an early rock & roll rhythm section (note: this is not Mantovani!) were recorded by Liberty Records to please the most exacting requirements of the discriminating music lover and audiophile. Mr. Slatkin chose 24 of the greatest melodies of the era, almost all from films or television shows, that still stand today as icons of the instrumental genre.[!--^twonewline --][!--^--]Felix Slatkin's conducting career included his founding of the Concert Arts Orchestra and appearances with the Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra. He was Frank Sinatra's concertmaster and conductor of choice during his early years with Capitol Records in the 1950s. He made over 25 recordings with these orchestras, including a recording of Offenbach's Ga�t� Parisienne which won a Grammy Award in 1958. He also made over a dozen recordings for Liberty Records establishing "The Fantastic Strings, Fantastic Fiddles, Fantastic Percussion, and Fantastic Brass of Felix Slatkin."[!--^twonewline --][!--^--]If you enjoy this style of symphonic popular music, so rare today, you'll find this CD an important addition to your collection. Needless to say this music is not available for download as that would impair its superior technical quality. Only 2000 copies are being pressed and when they're gone this CD may well become a collector's item. Complete liner notes by Greg Adams including a recent interview with the conductor's son.[!--^twonewline --][!--^--]Track List[!--^newline --][!--^--] [!--^newline --][!--^--]1. Bonanza [!--^newline --][!--^--]2. Golden Earrings [!--^newline --][!--^--]3. Spellbound[!--^newline --][!--^--]4. Terry's Theme from Limelight [!--^newline --][!--^--]5. Theme From A Summer Place [!--^newline --][!--^--]6. Peter Gunn [!--^newline --][!--^--]7. Love Is A Many Splendored Thing [!--^newline --][!--^--]8. Three Coins in the Fountain[!--^newline --][!--^--]9. Mr. Lucky [!--^newline --][!--^--]10. Gigi [!--^newline --][!--^--]11. Green Leaves of Summer [!--^newline --][!--^--]12. Around the World [!--^newline --][!--^--]13. Unchained Melody [!--^newline --][!--^--]14. The Magnificent VII [!--^newline --][!--^--]15. My Own True Love (Tara's Theme)[!--^newline --][!--^--]16. Last Date [!--^newline --][!--^--]17. Where Is Your Heart (Song from Moulin Rouge) [!--^newline --][!--^--]18. Theme from the Sundowners [!--^newline --][!--^--]19. Laura [!--^newline --][!--^--]20. Never on Sunday[!--^newline --][!--^--]21. Exodus [!--^newline --][!--^--]22. Night Theme [!--^newline --][!--^--]23. Smile [!--^newline --][!--^--]24. It's Not Forever

PAUL, LES AND HIS TRIO	AFTER YOU'VE GONE 1944-1945 (Stock on hand: 45)	CD: $15.98 (US) - ($14.38 with *discount)	AUDIOPHILE	4/9/2010
EASY LISTENING: 28 track collection of the legendary guitarist recorded with his trio of rhythm guitarist - Cal Goodin, bassist Clinton Nordquist, and pianist Milt Raskin or Buddy Cole. Tracks include: Feed Back, All Of Me, Song Of The Islands, Viper's Dream, Dark Eyes, At Sundown, Good For Nothing, Undecided, It Had To Be You, It Must Be True, Left And Right, By The Light Of The Silvery Moon, Dream Dust.

THREE SUNS, THE	1949-1956 (Stock on hand: 38)	CD: $15.98 (US) - ($14.38 with *discount)	CIRCLE	12/1/1993
EASY LISTENING: accordion, guitar, organ trio, 1949-1956, 24 tracks

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