Disco de Emerson, Lake & Palmer: “Welcome Back My Friends to the Show That Never Ends”

The Platters run of hits was not only among the most successful of the doo-wop groups, but also one of the most iconic. Their songs have become representatives of the era, with their dramatic delivery and romantic (both happy and sad) lyrics gracing seminal films like "American Graffitti," countless reissues and '50s compilations, and endless replays on oldies radio.

At 18 tracks, this collection doesn't have too much room to present anything beyond the band's hits - which speaks positively to the chart impact that the Platters maintained. All 18 of these tracks were Top-20 on either the Pop or R&B charts, or often, both. #1s include "Only You (And You Alone)," "The Great Pretender," "My Prayer," "Twilight Time," and "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes." Surprisingly, essential tunes like "(You've Got) The Magic Touch," as familiar as they are, never made it to the top spot.

The combination of Buck Ram's songwriting, arranging and producing and lead vocalist Tony Williams' distinctive tenor elevated the group above the mass of one-hit doo-wop wonders from Los Angeles and New York. Mercury's collection pulls together hits from the original line-up, and several later tracks (recorded for Musicor) waxed by a later edition of the group.

I purchased this because my cassette had seen it's last days. Knowing that the sound quality would be much better, I decided to get it in CD format. I love the songs...brings back so much memories. Of course, the sound is so much better than a older generation cassette. No regrets.

This is an exceptional album if you grew up in the 60's and 70's. Brought back many memories and is an excellent dance record. I play quite a bit and thoroughly enjoy every time I play. Great Selection!!!

I had to buy one for my sister and a friend.

I'm glad that more and more producers are redoing the original recordings and not using the PBS aired redoos. Yes PBS can be fun to watch but most, there time has come and gone. This platters cd has nothing that I wouldn't have bought at the time and probably did. Sound qualtity is very good and would recomend it to any Platters fan.

Great music if you enjoyed the 50's like I did. Brings back a lot of old and fine memories.