Soundtrack: "Exodus"

Released in 1961,

on the heels of the epic film,

this soundtrack won Grammys

for Song of the Year and Best Soundtrack Album.

For a decent summary of the film's plot, go HERE.

Dino Martinelli: "A Treasury of Rudolf Friml"

Released in 1961,

this is another of Dino Martinelli's entries

into the pantheon of mood music history and lore.

Read more about Rudolf Friml HERE.

101 Strings: "World of Romance"

Released in 1961,

this is an easy listening compilation

of tracks from previously recorded 101 Strings albums

representing exotic locations from Baghdad to Ohio.

Read the story of "101 Strings" HERE.

The Mulcays: "A Kiss in the Dark"

Somehow I was able to discover that

this LP was released in 1961,

but I was unable to find out much more.

Billy Vaughn: "Berlin Melody"

Billy Vaughn's recordings are in the dozens.

This one was released in 1961.

Read more about Billy Vaughn HERE.

Floyd Cramer: "Last Date"

Released in 1961,

this is Floyd Cramer's third (3rd) studio LP.

I confess, the title song "Last Date"

is the Floyd Cramer recording that first caught my attention.

Inimitable, enjoyable style.

Read about Floyd Cramer HERE.

Irv Cottler: "Around The World In Percussion"

Released in 1961,

this is Irv Cottler's unique percussive take

on some of the great "hits" of the day.

For a little glimpse of Irv Cottler's talent and personality, go HERE.

Smothers Brothers: "At the Purple Onion"

This is a great album.

I played it repeatedly when I was young...

very,

very

young.

It was released in 1961.

Go HERE to learn more about the Smothers Brothers

and the Purple Onion.

Elvis Presley: "Blue Hawaii"

Warning: picture of well-loved album's well-loved cover:


"Blue Hawaii" is Elvis' best selling LP - triple platinum. I still find myself humming several of the tunes from this LP. Who can resist "Can't Help Falling in Love"?

This LP went to a deserving fan in West Virginia.