Best Of The Decca Years

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The Weavers: Fred Hellerman (vocals, guitar); Pete Seeger (vocals, banjo); Ronnie Gilbert (vocals); Lee Hays (bass vocals). Additional personnel: Terry Gilkyson's Choir, Vic Schoen And His Orchestra, Gordon Jenkins And His Orchestra, Leroy Holmes And His Orchestra, Leo Diamond And His Orchestra. Recorded bewteen May 26, 1950 and February 26, 1953 in New York, New York, Los Angeles, California and Chicago, Illinois. Includes liner notes by Joseph F. Laredo. Digitally remastered by Paul Elmore (MCA Music Media Studios, North Hollywood, California). The Best of the Decca Years is a thorough overview of the Weavers' peak hit-making years, containing all of their biggest '50s hit, including the chart-topping single "Goodnight Irene." Many of these recordings boast light orchestra and choral arrangements, which mean they may sound fairly dated to contemporary listeners, yet these were historically important singles, bringing folk music to a larger audience. Though Best of the Decca Years isn't quite as thorough as 1987's The Best of the Weavers, it nevertheless remains an excellent retrospective of the most popular and controversial folk group of the '50s, as well as an excellent introduction to their work. ~ Thom Owens
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