The Greatest Songs of the Fifties

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Barry Manilow reimagines the greatest pop songs of the 1950s on this 2006 album, bringing fresh energy to beloved classics from the era. The collection spans hits originally performed by some of America’s most iconic artists, from the Four Lads’ “Moments To Remember” and the Everly Brothers’ “All I Have To Do Is Dream” to Bobby Darin’s “Beyond The Sea.” Manilow traverses multiple musical styles, honoring the Four Aces with “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing,” Frankie Avalon with “Venus,” Johnny Mathis with “It’s Not For Me To Say,” and Tommy Edwards with “It’s All In The Game.” A special guest appearance from Phyllis McGuire of the McGuire Sisters highlights the medley “Sincerely/Teach Me Tonight,” while other standout tracks evoke the spirits of Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Elvis Presley.

This CD features Manilow’s interpretations of these timeless 1950s favorites, bringing the golden age of pop to contemporary listeners. Picking up a used copy here means owning a piece of musical history at a fraction of the original retail cost.