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This CD brings back very happy memories as the very first record that I bought was Sacred b/w I Get Dreamy by The Castells in 1961. I really enjoyed both tracks then and still do today. The version of I Get Dreamy on the CD is slightly different to the original but is just as pleasant - they have added a female vocalist .
Whether singing ballads or upbeat numbers, the Castells are fairly lively, sweet and tuneful.The Castells are complemented with the orchestral arrangements of Hank Levine, who used strings to good effect. The track "I Do" was co-written and produced by Brian Wilson. The Castells sound very Beach Boyish on this track.
I have played this CD numerous times since buying it - I think it is so good.
I think that the best tracks are "I Get Dreamy", "So This Is Love","Sacred","Oh What It Seemed To Be","Clown Prince","I Do" and "Stiki de Boom Boom".
Cover notes are by Chuck Girard, a member of the four man group.
Two of the Castells went on to have some success as part of The Hondells.
I think it is a pity that the Castells career was so relatively shortlived - I think that they were one of the best soft rock groups around.

This is right at the top of my list of beautiful, and pleasant music, songs, and listening.All that is wanted in soft rock is here in wonderful form.This cd is easily worth more than the price, it can't help but to be enjoyed, over and over.It is extremely difficult to find better music, and I am not sure if I have any better than this.Completely outstanding!

Just love this CD of the Castells.It brings back all the happy memories of the 50*s and how fun they were and how much I miss them and miss that special guy!

I found the great sound of the Castells on an oldie staion playing So This is Love and I fell in love with the rich beautiful sound this group produced. I went on to get this CD and my friends this is living large in perfection. I found their fallow up hit Sacred to be just as amazing. All the tunes are A plus and will transport you back to a time of DA haircuts, fast American cars and buttery smooth harmonies. Each song has its own personallity and is very well produced to fit the very talented band members. I was about 5 when these were made but trust me you are in for a treat no matter what age, that will take the edge off of modern living. I highly suggest you get this album!

I had been looking for this recording for a few months and a friend found it for me at Amazon. I was amazed as it is REALLY old. I love the disk. There is nothing like the oldies.