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The Platters - 16 Greatest Hits

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Some compilations of the Platters' songs are not originals. The best sources for original recordings are those issued by Mercury or a two-disc Anthology issued by Rhino. There are several groups still touring as the Platters, although some do not have even a remote connection to the original group.

If you are a Platters afficionado, you will be disappointed by these cuts. Only two original members (Herb Reed & David Lynch) are here. Very inferior cuts, lacking the well-known and acclaimed intensity of the original lead singer.

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THIS CD. IT DIDN'T EVEN SOUND LIKE THE PLATTERS BUT A VERY POOR IMITATION.

As stated before, without the original artists, this CD is not comparable to the Cassette "The Platters - Encore of Golden Hits" I thought I was getting the CD just like the cassette. Wrong!

If Tony, one of the best 8 male voices ever, is not there the Platters do not exist. Unfortunately also Tony lost a lot (not his wonderful voice) when he left the group.
Stay away from this CD it's not the Platters, go to the "Universal Master Collection"....turn the lights down low and start dreamin', Tony with his unique unforgettable voice,carried(finally)by the suberb sound (a lot "true" stereo)of the CD will accomp'ny you where you want to go.

Save your money, without Tony Williams & Zola Taylor it's just not worth listening to. The c/d does make a good oversized earring though or maybe it could be used as a "frizbee".