Release Date: 08 December 2023
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988277623
Genres: Easy Listening Easy Listening
Description
Martin Denny - the acknowledged creator of the 'Exotica' genre of music, is often referred to as "the father of exotica", this set compiles 29 tracks including all his biggest hit singles. Features the mono and stereo recordings of 'Quiet Village', the tune that started it all.
Among the other tracks are 'exotica' arrangements of well-known standards written by Rodgers & Hammerstein, Hoagy Carmichael, Charles Trenet and Les Baxter among others.
This CD offers the perfect introduction to exotica for the new listener as well as a comprehensive choice of tracks for fans of Denny and the genre.
The CD booklet contains personal reminiscences by Martin Denny and the man who produced most of his recorded work, Liberty Records founder Si Waronker, in a thousand plus word essay.
Tracklisting
Tommy Hunt
Kay Barry / Maureen Evans
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Johnnie Ray
Eddie Cochran
Various Artists
Billie Holiday
Charlie Applewhite
Martin Denny
Martin Denny
Martin Denny
Martin Denny
Martin Denny
