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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Lonely Teenager | |||
| 2. Little Miss Blue | |||
| 3. Havin' FUn | |||
| 4. Northeast End of the Corner | |||
| 5. Kissin' Game | |||
| 6. Heaven Help Me | |||
| 7. Somebody Nobody Wants | |||
| 8. Could Somebody Take My Place Tonight | |||
| 9. Runaround Sue | |||
| 10. Runaway Girl | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Sandy | |||
| 2. Faith | |||
| 3. Come Go With Me | |||
| 4. King Without A Queen | |||
| 5. Lonely World | |||
| 6. Tag Along | |||
| 7. After The Dance | |||
| 8. Then I'll Be Tired of You | |||
| 9. Shout | |||
| 10. I Got The Blues | |||
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Editorial Reviews
He led the most popular white vocal group of the late '50s. He was one of the first (and very few) artists to transition successfully from a group to a solo career. And his recording career is still going strong, over 50 years after he had his first solo hit. But Dion DiMucci's original Laurie singles, the very tracks that established him as a superstar solo act during the '60s, have never been collected in one place…until now. This 36-track set features all the single sides, both A and B, that Dion recorded for Laurie in their original mono single mixes, including the early singles that sparked his solo success, the sides that Laurie released after Dion signed with Columbia in 1962 (Dion was the first rock 'n' roll artist to sign with that hallowed label), and, finally, the radically different and progressive singles Dion released after his triumphant return to the Laurie label with "Abraham, Martin and John" in 1968. You'd be hard-pressed to find the original mono single mixes of any of these songs except for the big hits, and you'd also be hard-pressed to find some of these songs (e.g. the later singles and the B-sides) on CD at all. Remastered from the original tapes at Capitol Studios by Kevin Bartley with assistance from Andrew Sandoval, and featuring liner notes by compilation producer Ed Osborne that include vintage photos of Dion, shots of the original singles and an exclusive interview with the Dion himself, this 2-CD set is a must for any Dion fan or collector, and encapsulates the Laurie years of this legendary artist like no other release before or since.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Delwoodjef
Format:Audio CD
I'll be brief here. I bought this CD knowing it would be good; but I had no idea it would be THIS GOOD. If I could give it 10 Stars, I would.
Dion's solo music from the 60's is timeless and well recorded. This set captures the original sound of the 45's and MORE. The sound quality is rich, full and warm. So often, Not only does Dion's voice sound GREAT, the background vocals of The Del-Satins, on the sides they did with Dion, or crisp and clear. This along with the blend of the instruments makes this collection incredible. I hear people complaining about CD sound quality, well not on this collection.
It makes me want to see all of Dion's Columbia sides put out in this manner; and while they're at it, put out the sides Dion and the Belmonts did in GLORIOUS MONO!
I wouldn't mind seeing collections from other artists/groups of the 60's released in this form. The Buckinghams, Mamas and Papas, Jan and Dean, The Turtles, Paul Revere and the Raiders, not to mention anything from the Motown label, would ALL sound GREAT released in their original MONO and treated the way these songs were treated by the people who did the re mastering.
If you've always wanted to have these great songs in your collection. Buy this set.
If you already have the STEREO versions of these songs, DEFINITELY buy this set. You will NOT be disappointed at all!!!
Dion's solo music from the 60's is timeless and well recorded. This set captures the original sound of the 45's and MORE. The sound quality is rich, full and warm. So often, Not only does Dion's voice sound GREAT, the background vocals of The Del-Satins, on the sides they did with Dion, or crisp and clear. This along with the blend of the instruments makes this collection incredible. I hear people complaining about CD sound quality, well not on this collection.
It makes me want to see all of Dion's Columbia sides put out in this manner; and while they're at it, put out the sides Dion and the Belmonts did in GLORIOUS MONO!
I wouldn't mind seeing collections from other artists/groups of the 60's released in this form. The Buckinghams, Mamas and Papas, Jan and Dean, The Turtles, Paul Revere and the Raiders, not to mention anything from the Motown label, would ALL sound GREAT released in their original MONO and treated the way these songs were treated by the people who did the re mastering.
If you've always wanted to have these great songs in your collection. Buy this set.
If you already have the STEREO versions of these songs, DEFINITELY buy this set. You will NOT be disappointed at all!!!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Beaglemaster
Format:Audio CD
Although I'm a stereo lover, I know that mono done well has its appeal. Recorded right, monaural has a driving impact that's missing in stereo. So I decided to compare this 2 CD mono set, to the excellent sounding, "3C Mastersound", stereo versions released by Laurie Records in the late 80s and early 90s. I compared both versions consecutively. e.g. "Lonely Teenager" mono/stereo, "The Wanderer" mono/stereo, "Runaround Sue" mono/stereo, etc.
What did I think?
As expected, the mixes came across differently, but not too much so. Whoever did the mixing of the stereo versions, did an excellent job keeping the volume differences between the instruments, chorus, and Dion's lead vocals intact. Thus, the balance of all parts sounded exactly like the mono mix, except all spread out. That's exactly as it should be. I thought both renditions were right on sonic wise. Coming directly from the masters, they should be. As one reviewer said of the mono mixes..."the sound quality was rich, full and warm"...but then again, so were the stereo versions.
What did I prefer?
It didn't take long...there was no question to my ears...STEREOPHONIC...sounded best. It wasn't even close in my opinion. The three dimensionality and spaciousness that stereo transmits really made the songs come to life. As the stereo mixes were "right on", they made the mono versions appear boxed in and confined. I found myself preferring the stereo versions every time.
True, the mono mixes are exactly what was heard on the radio at the time, and I'm glad I have them. They fill the void of the missing original releases. I also like the way the tracks are presented in chronological, label number order. The Laurie 45 label logo reproduced on both CDs is cool, too. I'm not a mono hater. But in the future, when I want to listen to Dion's early hits, I won't deprive myself of anything... I'll be listening to the Laurie, "3C Mastersound", releases in "living" stereo!
What did I think?
As expected, the mixes came across differently, but not too much so. Whoever did the mixing of the stereo versions, did an excellent job keeping the volume differences between the instruments, chorus, and Dion's lead vocals intact. Thus, the balance of all parts sounded exactly like the mono mix, except all spread out. That's exactly as it should be. I thought both renditions were right on sonic wise. Coming directly from the masters, they should be. As one reviewer said of the mono mixes..."the sound quality was rich, full and warm"...but then again, so were the stereo versions.
What did I prefer?
It didn't take long...there was no question to my ears...STEREOPHONIC...sounded best. It wasn't even close in my opinion. The three dimensionality and spaciousness that stereo transmits really made the songs come to life. As the stereo mixes were "right on", they made the mono versions appear boxed in and confined. I found myself preferring the stereo versions every time.
True, the mono mixes are exactly what was heard on the radio at the time, and I'm glad I have them. They fill the void of the missing original releases. I also like the way the tracks are presented in chronological, label number order. The Laurie 45 label logo reproduced on both CDs is cool, too. I'm not a mono hater. But in the future, when I want to listen to Dion's early hits, I won't deprive myself of anything... I'll be listening to the Laurie, "3C Mastersound", releases in "living" stereo!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This set includes all a & b sides between 1960 to 69 of the Laurie label only.
Here are 16 hits and 10 b-sides, the other 10 tracks are album cuts.
(only 10 b-sides as some were two sided hits)
These 36 tracks contain some major hits that show how good Dion's music is from the 60's.
Being a Dion fan for many years ~ I feel you can't go wrong with this collection.
Dion's voice and style here is in the prime of his career. Good stuff!
Some highlights are:
1. Lonely teenager ~ top 20.
2. Runaround Sue ~ top of the chart.
3. The wanderer ~ top 5.
4. Lovers who wander ~ top 5.
5. Little Diane ~ top 10.
6. Love came to me ~ top 10.
7. Abraham, Martin, and John ~ top 5.
Of 33 singles of Dion and/or Dion & Belmont's ~ 16 are here.
Footnote ~ For those who may be interested in getting his other hits with the Belmont's,
and/or on various labels ~
This set starts in 1960 ~ omitting his first 9 hits with the Belmont's
between 1958 to 1960 ~ all of which were on the Laurie label.
1. I wonder why ~ b/w ~ Teen angel --- top 40.
2. No one knows ~ b/w ~ I can't go on Rosalie --- top 20.
3. Don't pity me ~ b/w ~ Just you --- top 40.
4. A teenager in love ~ b/w Iv'e cried before --- top 5.
5. Every little thing I do ~ b/w ~ #6 --- top 50.
6. A lovers prayer ~ b/w ~ #5 --- top 100.
7. Where or when ~ b/w ~ That's my desire --- top 5.
8. When you wish upon a star ~ b/w ~ Wonderful girl --- top 40.
9. In the still of the night ~ b/w ~ A funny felling --- top 40.
But gathers his hits through 1969 ~ omitting 6 hits during this period that are on other labels.
They are:
1. Ruby Baby ~ b/w ~ He'll only hurt you --- top 5.
2. This little girl ~ b/w ~ The loneliest man in the world --- just missed top 20.
3. Be careful of stones that you throw ~ b/w ~ I can't believe (that you don't love me anymore) --- top 40.
4. Donna the prima Donna ~ b/w ~ You're mine --- top 10
5. Drip drop ~ b/w~ No ones waiting for me --- top 10.
6. Johnny be goode ~ b/w ~ Chicago blues --- top 100.
Dion's last two solos in 1970 & 89 on other labels are also omitted.
7. Your own back yard ~ b/w ~ Sit down old friend --- top 100.
8. And the night stood still ~ b/w ~ Tower of love --- top 100.
Here are 16 hits and 10 b-sides, the other 10 tracks are album cuts.
(only 10 b-sides as some were two sided hits)
These 36 tracks contain some major hits that show how good Dion's music is from the 60's.
Being a Dion fan for many years ~ I feel you can't go wrong with this collection.
Dion's voice and style here is in the prime of his career. Good stuff!
Some highlights are:
1. Lonely teenager ~ top 20.
2. Runaround Sue ~ top of the chart.
3. The wanderer ~ top 5.
4. Lovers who wander ~ top 5.
5. Little Diane ~ top 10.
6. Love came to me ~ top 10.
7. Abraham, Martin, and John ~ top 5.
Of 33 singles of Dion and/or Dion & Belmont's ~ 16 are here.
Footnote ~ For those who may be interested in getting his other hits with the Belmont's,
and/or on various labels ~
This set starts in 1960 ~ omitting his first 9 hits with the Belmont's
between 1958 to 1960 ~ all of which were on the Laurie label.
1. I wonder why ~ b/w ~ Teen angel --- top 40.
2. No one knows ~ b/w ~ I can't go on Rosalie --- top 20.
3. Don't pity me ~ b/w ~ Just you --- top 40.
4. A teenager in love ~ b/w Iv'e cried before --- top 5.
5. Every little thing I do ~ b/w ~ #6 --- top 50.
6. A lovers prayer ~ b/w ~ #5 --- top 100.
7. Where or when ~ b/w ~ That's my desire --- top 5.
8. When you wish upon a star ~ b/w ~ Wonderful girl --- top 40.
9. In the still of the night ~ b/w ~ A funny felling --- top 40.
But gathers his hits through 1969 ~ omitting 6 hits during this period that are on other labels.
They are:
1. Ruby Baby ~ b/w ~ He'll only hurt you --- top 5.
2. This little girl ~ b/w ~ The loneliest man in the world --- just missed top 20.
3. Be careful of stones that you throw ~ b/w ~ I can't believe (that you don't love me anymore) --- top 40.
4. Donna the prima Donna ~ b/w ~ You're mine --- top 10
5. Drip drop ~ b/w~ No ones waiting for me --- top 10.
6. Johnny be goode ~ b/w ~ Chicago blues --- top 100.
Dion's last two solos in 1970 & 89 on other labels are also omitted.
7. Your own back yard ~ b/w ~ Sit down old friend --- top 100.
8. And the night stood still ~ b/w ~ Tower of love --- top 100.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
great CD
Love Dion and had to have this to add to my collection of his CDs. Fast shipment. No problems. thanks.
Published 3 months ago by D. Schmidt
5.0 out of 5 stars
DION ROCKS!!
I'm a huge Dion fan and could hardly wait for this CD. I was not disappointed at all. Just buy it.
Published 6 months ago by FlaRed
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