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The Flamingos

The Flamingos Collection 1953-61

The Flamingos Collection 1953-61

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  • Released Date: 08 Sep 2017

  • Genre: R&B/Soul

Our Take

Welcome to the bizarre and beautiful world of The Flamingos, where smooth harmonies meet eccentric lyrics in a collision of musical genius. The Flamingos Collection 1953-61 is a whirlwind journey through the evolution of this iconic group, showcasing their talent and versatility in every note.

From the moment you press play, you are transported to a time when doo-wop ruled the airwaves and pompadours were all the rage. The Flamingos' silky vocals blend seamlessly with lush orchestration, creating a sound that is at once timeless and utterly unique.

Tracks like "I Only Have Eyes for You" and "Lovers Never Say Goodbye" demonstrate the group's knack for crafting irresistibly catchy melodies, while deeper cuts like "I Was Such a Fool" showcase their ability to inject raw emotion into every lyric.

But it's not just the music that makes The Flamingos Collection 1953-61 so special – it's the sheer audacity of their approach. Whether they're crooning about love lost or harmonizing about dancing flamingos, The Flamingos are unapologetically themselves, refusing to conform to any musical or lyrical norms.

So sit back, relax, and prepare to be dazzled by The Flamingos' remarkable talent and boundless creativity. The Flamingos Collection 1953-61 is a musical rollercoaster that you won't want to get off – even if you're feeling a little queasy.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Someday, Someway
2. If I Can't Have You
3. That's My Desire
4. Hurry Home Baby
5. Golden Teardrops
6. Carried Away
7. Plan for Love
8. You Ain't Ready
9. Cross Over the Bridge
10. Listen to My Plea
11. Dream of a Lifetime
12. On My Merry Way
13. Blues in a Letter
14. Jump Children
15. I Really Don't Want to Know
16. Get With It
17. I'm Yours
18. Ko Ko Mo
19. When
20. (Chick-a-boom) That's My Baby
21. Please Come Back Home
22. I Want to Love You
23. I'll Be Home
24. Need Your Love
25. A Kiss from Your Lips


Disc: 2
1. The Vow
2. Shilly Dilly
3. Would I Be Crying
4. Just for a Kick
5. The Ladder of Love
6. Let's Make Up
7. Helpless
8. My Faith in You
9. Where Mary Go
10. The Rock and Roll March
11. Lovers Never Say Goodbye
12. That Love Is You
13. Dream of a Lifetime
14. Whispering Stars
15. But Not for Me
16. I Shed a Tear at Your Wedding
17. Love Walked In
18. At the Prom
19. I Only Have Eyes for You
20. Goodnight Sweetheart
21. Ever Since I Met Lucy
22. Kiss-a-me
23. Yours
24. Jerri-Lee
25. Hey Now!
26. I Was Such a Fool
27. Heavenly Angel
28. Mio Amore


Disc: 3
1. You, Me and the Sea
2. Nobody Loves Me
3. Bésame Mucho
4. At Night
5. When I Fall in Love
6. Beside You
7. Your Other Love
8. Lovers Gotta Cry
9. That's Why I Love You
10. Time Was
11. Dream Girl
12. Stolen Love
13. Chickie Umbah
14. Nobody's Love
15. Music Maestro Please
16. I'm in the Mood for Love
17. Begin the Beguine
18. As Time Goes By
19. The Breeze and I
20. Where Or When
21. Maria Elena
22. Sweet and Lovely
23. Crazy, Crazy, Crazy
24. Tell Me How Long
25. My Foolish Heart
26. You Belong to My Heart
27. Bridge of Tears

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