1. GIVE THANKS (FEDERAL 12153) 1953 2. HEY NOW (FEDERAL 12153) 1954 3. I'LL CRY WHEN YOU'RE GONE (FEDERAL 12164) 1954 4. I NEED YOU ALL THE TIME (FEDERAL 12164) 1954 5. ROSES OF PICARDY (FEDERAL 12181) 1954 6. BEER BARREL BOOGIE (FEDERAL 12181) 1954 7. TELL THE WORLD (FEDERAL 12188) 1954 8. LOVE ALL NIGHT (FEDERAL 12188) OCT. 1954 9. VOO-VEE-AH-BEE (FEDERAL 12198) OCT. 1954 10. SHAKE IT UP MAMBO (FEDERAL 12198) DEC. 1954 11. MAGGIE DOESN'T WORK HERE ANYMORE (FEDERAL 12204) DEC. 1954 12. TAKE ME BACK, TAKE ME BACK (FEDERAL 12204) 20210 13. ONLY YOU (AND YOU ALONE) (MERCURY 70633) 20210 14. BARK, BATTLE AND BALL (MERCURY 70633) NOV. 3RD 1955 15. THE GREAT PRETENDER (MERCURY 70753) NOV. 3RD 1955 16. I'M JUST A DANCING PARTNER (MERCURY 70753) NOV. 1955 17. ONLY YOU (AND YOU ALONE) (FEDERAL 12244) NOV. 1955 18. YOU MADE ME CRY (FEDERAL 12244) FEB. 20TH 1956 19. (YOU'VE GOT) THE MAGIC TOUCH (MERCURY 70819) FEB. 20TH 1956 20. WINNER TAKE ALL (MERCURY 70819) JUNE 6TH 1956 21. MY PRAYER (MERCURY 70893) JUNE 6TH 1956 22. HEAVEN ON EARTH (MERCURY 70893) AUG. 17TH 1956 23. YOU'LL NEVER NEVER KNOW (MERCURY 70948) AUG. 17TH 1956 24. IT ISN'T RIGHT (MERCURY 70948) 1. ONE IN A MILLION (MERCURY 71011) NOV. 15TH 1956 2. ON MY WORD OF HONOUR (MERCURY 71011) JAN. 30TH 1957 3. I'M SORRY (MERCURY 71032) JAN. 30TH 1957 4. HE'S MINE (MERCURY 71032) APR. 4TH 1957 5. MY DREAM (MERCURY 71093) APR. 4TH 1957 6. I WANNA (MERCURY 71093) AUG. 1957 7. ONLY BECAUSE (MERCURY 71184) AUG. 1957 8. THE MYSTERY OF YOU (MERCURY 71184) DEC. 11TH 1957 9. HELPLESS (MERCURY 71246) DEC. 11TH 1957 10. INDIFFERENT (MERCURY 71246) APR. 4TH 1958 11. TWILIGHT TIME (MERCURY 71289) APR. 4TH 1958 12. OUT OF MY MIND (MERCURY 71289) JUN. 7TH 1958 13. YOU'RE MAKING A MISTAKE (MERCURY 71320) JUN. 7TH 1958 14. MY OLD FLAME (MERCURY 71320) AUG. 1958 15. I WISH (MERCURY 71353) AUG. 1958 16. IT'S RAINING OUTSIDE (MERCURY 71353) NOV. 1958 17. SMOKE GETS IN YOUR EYES (MERCURY 71383) NOV. 1958 18. NO MATTER WHAT YOU ARE (MERCURY 71383) MAR. 1959 19. ENCHANTED (MERCURY 71427) MAR. 1959 20. THE SOUND AND THE FURY (MERCURY 71427) 21671 21. REMEMBER WHEN (MERCURY 71467) 21671 22. LOVE OF A LIFETIME (MERCURY 71467) AUG. 1959 23. WHERE (MERCURY 71502) AUG. 1959 24. WISH IT WERE ME (MERCURY 71502) OCT. 1959 25. MY BLUE HEAVEN (MERCURY AMT1066) 1. MY SECRET (MERCURY 71538) 1959 2. WHAT DOES IT MATTER (MERCURY 71538) JAN. 1960 3. HARBOR LIGHTS (MERCURY 71563) JAN. 1960 4. SLEEPY LAGOON (MERCURY 71563) 22037 5. EBB TIDE (MERCURY 71624) 22037 6. (I'LL BE WITH YOU) IN APPLE BLOSSOM TIME (MERCURY 71624) JUL 7. RED SAILS IN THE SUNSET (MERCURY 71656) JUL. 1960 8. SAD RIVER (MERCURY 71656) 1960 9. TO EACH HIS OWN (MERCURY 71697) 1960 10. DOWN THE RIVER OF GOLDEN DREAMS (MERCURY 71697) 22251 11. IF I DIDN'T CARE (MERCURY 71749) 22251 12. TRUE LOVER (MERCURY 71749) MAR. 1961 13. TREES (MERCURY 71791) MAR. 1961 14. IMMORTAL LOVE (MERCURY 71791) JUL. 1961 15. I'LL NEVER SMILE AGAIN (MERCURY 71847) JUL. 1961 16. YOU DON'T SAY (MERCURY 71847) NOV. 1961 17. SONG FOR THE LONELY (MERCURY 71904) NOV. 1961 18. YOU'LL NEVER KNOW (MERCURY 71904) JAN. 1962 19. IT'S MAGIC (MERCURY 71921) JAN. 1962 20. REACHING FOR A STAR (MERCURY 71921) 22767 21. MORE THAN YOU KNOW (MERCURY 71986) 22767 22. EVERY LITTLE MOVEMENT (HAS MEANING ALL ITS OWN) (MERCURY 719 23. MEMORIES (MERCURY 72060) NOV. 1962 24. HEARTBREAK (MERCURY 72060)
Description:
Complete A & B Sides 1953-62 is an album by Platters, released in 2014. Complete A & B Sides 1953-62 includes a.o. the following tracks: ??Give Thanks (federal 12153) 1953?, ??I'll Cry When You're Gone (federal 12164) 1954?, ??Voo-Vee-Ah-Bee (federal 12198) Oct. 1954?, ??Shake It Up Mambo (federal 12198) Dec. 1954? and more. The album is a rhythm & blues 3-CD. - .. 1953-62
"Complete A&B Sides 1953-62" is an extensive CD anthology that brings together the essential early recordings of The Platters, one of the most influential vocal groups in the history of rhythm & blues and early rock 'n' roll. Focusing on all A- and B-sides released between 1953 and 1962, this collection documents the evolution of the group from their formative, raw R&B roots to their polished, chart-topping hits. The set offers a comprehensive overview of their classic single releases, making it ideal for both dedicated collectors and newcomers who want to discover the full scope of The Platters' studio work during their golden era. Carefully remastered, the tracks present the timeless blend of smooth lead vocals, rich harmonies and romantic balladry that made the group a global sensation.
Across these complete single sides, listeners will find the emotional breadth that defined The Platters' sound: tender, slow-dancing ballads, soulful mid-tempo numbers and more up-tempo songs that bridge the gap between doo-wop, R&B and early pop. The chronological focus on 1953-1962 allows you to follow their artistic development and hear how the arrangements, vocal interplay and production techniques grew more sophisticated over time. This is more than just a "best of" - it is a detailed, archival-like portrait of a band whose influence can still be heard in countless vocal groups that followed. The CD format offers convenient, high-quality listening and serves as a perfect centerpiece for any serious collection of early rock and vocal harmony music.
The Platters were pioneers of smooth vocal harmony, distinguished by their elegant style and crossover appeal. Emerging in the 1950s, they became worldwide stars with their unforgettable ballads and emotive lead vocals, helping to bring African-American R&B into the mainstream pop charts. Their sophisticated sound, blending romantic lyrics with lush arrangements, set them apart from many contemporaries and helped define the sound of vocal groups in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Their enduring legacy is reflected in the continued popularity of their songs and their status as one of the most important vocal ensembles of the early rock era.
Acrobat, the label behind this release, is known for carefully curated reissues and compilations that cater to collectors and enthusiasts of classic jazz, blues, R&B and early pop. With an emphasis on historical breadth and detailed discographical coverage, Acrobat frequently focuses on complete single sessions, radio broadcasts or chronological overviews, making their titles particularly attractive to listeners who appreciate context and depth. By offering well-structured collections like "Complete A&B Sides 1953-62", Acrobat helps preserve and present key chapters of music history in a form that is both accessible and respectful of the original recordings.
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