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As the story goes, a famous U.S. D.J. named Alan Freed accidentally played a single on air during a “prime” time traditionally reserved for only “white artists.” Based on the then-groundbreaking Tin Pan Alley sound, the romantic ballad became an instant hit with the public and would eventually reach number five on the pop charts, pioneering the “new sound” of rock ’n’ roll as we know it today.
Between 1956 and 1967, The Platters had 40 charting singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The group transcended their early R&B beginnings in L.A. to become one of the most popular acts of the early rock & roll era - avoiding the plight of many one-hit doo-wop hopefuls.
We are excited to feature this original copy of their 1960 compilation “Encore Of Golden Hits.” Enjoy!
Label: Mercury
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Mono
Country: Canada
Released:1960
Genre: Funk / Soul, Blues, Pop
Style: Rhythm & Blues
Vocals – The Platters
As the story goes, a famous U.S. D.J. named Alan Freed accidentally played a single on air during a “prime” time traditionally reserved for only “white artists.” Based on the then-groundbreaking Tin Pan Alley sound, the romantic ballad became an instant hit with the public and would eventually reach number five on the pop charts, pioneering the “new sound” of rock ’n’ roll as we know it today.
Between 1956 and 1967, The Platters had 40 charting singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The group transcended their early R&B beginnings in L.A. to become one of the most popular acts of the early rock & roll era - avoiding the plight of many one-hit doo-wop hopefuls.
We are excited to feature this original copy of their 1960 compilation “Encore Of Golden Hits.” Enjoy!
Label: Mercury
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Mono
Country: Canada
Released:1960
Genre: Funk / Soul, Blues, Pop
Style: Rhythm & Blues
Vocals – The Platters