Les and Larry Elgart - Elgart Au Go-Go (1965) Vinyl LP • Thunder Shake

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Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Cover has a few creases and light scuffing (front/back); discoloration with darker spots on back; name sticker on front near top left. Inner-sleeve is generic white. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Little shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. Checkmarks on both sides of label and back cover. '2-eye' red Columbia label. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Thunder Shake
2. Downtown
3. Meditation
4. Come Rain Or Come Shine
5. King Of The Road
6. Jerkin' Around
7. St. James Infirmary
8. La Bostella (Viens Danser La Bostella)
9. Willow Weep For Me
10. G'won Train
11. I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues
12. The First Man's Theme

About The Record:

Elgart Au Go-Go, by Les and Larry Elgart, is a lively big band effort that updates their signature swinging style with contemporary go-go and early disco influences to appeal to younger audiences of the era. The album features crisp, precise ensemble playing with catchy charts that blend jazz standards and current pop covers, showcasing the brothers' knack for keeping swing fresh and danceable. Standout tracks include the energetic opener Thunder Shake, a signature tune for their au go-go period that embodies the album's groovy vibe, along with fan favorites like Meditation and Downtown. Unique elements include adventurous takes on material like Jerkin' Around and La Bostella, highlighting the orchestra's adaptability amid shifting musical trends. Historically, it represents the Elgarts' successful attempt to bridge traditional swing with 1960s pop culture.