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Bing Sings the Hits is a Decca Records album by Bing Crosby of hit songs from the early 1950s. It was issued as a 10” LP with catalog No.DL 5520.[1]
Background
Crosby’s record company had issued an almost constant stream of 10” LPs in previous years often using his back catalog extensively with a newer song or two added to enhance the commercial appeal. This album comprised contemporary songs newly recorded by Crosby. The first six tracks on the album were recorded with John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra for use on Crosby’s radio program and were mastered by Decca on December 31, 1953 for commercial release.[2]
Reception
Billboard commented: “Many of Bing’s fans will be interested in this collection of top hits of the day, sung by the “Groaner” with his usual light-hearted, but sincere air…Should be a brisk seller.” Retail rating 78 (out of 100).[3]
“Y’All Come”, (Arlie Duff) recorded November 14, 1953 with Perry Botkin and His Orchestra, and The Cass County Boys. [4]
Personnel
John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra
Red Nichols (cornet); Bobby Guy, Ziggy Elman (trumpets); Ted Vesley, Joseph F. Howard, Wendell Mayhew (trombones); Matty Matlock, Phil Shuken, Warren Baker, David Harris, Larry Wright (reeds); Jacques Gasselin, Harry Bluestone, Murray Kellner, Mayer Oberman, Henry Hill, Mischa Russell (violins); David Sterkin (viola); Cy Bernard (cello); Buddy Cole (piano); Perry Botkin (guitar); Phil Stephens (string bass); Nick Fatool (drums)
References
^"Discogs.com". Discogs.com. Retrieved December 19, 2015.
^"Bing Crosby - Through the Years". sleeve notes to Sepia CD 1158. 6. 2010.
