Vol.1: I’m In The Mood For Love/Whatever Lola Wants/Misirlou/I Surrender Dear/Orchids In The Moonlight/I Love Paris/My Heart Belongs To Daddy/Tabu/The Breeze & I/Aloha Oe/Japanese Sandman/Love Is A Many Splendored Thing Vol.2: Blue Is The Night/Blue Tango/Miami Beach Rhumba/Yours Is My Heart Alone/In A Persian Market/Mambo Jambo/Dearly Beloved/Lu Cucaracha/Rock-A-Bongo Boogie/Lady Of Spain/Out Of Nowhere/Brazil
Enoch Light divided his audiophile hi-fi releases into 'Provocative' and 'Persuasive' series. His first two Persuasive Percussion LPs peaked at No.1 and No. 3 respectively on the US album chart.
“Enoch Light's Persuasive/Provocative Percussion series, originally issued on the old Command stereo label, remain the ultimate 1960s jet-age, bachelor pad, music on the planet. Well balanced, great sound stage, and a well preserved ping-pong stereo image that allowed guys to show off their Eico amps and Wharfedale speakers 50 years ago.” “These albums are considered among the apex in not only composition by Light but in stereo recording.”
“This music is so camp, so wonderfully cheesy, so good - its classic. Put it in your player, turn on the lava lamps, put on your best paisley shirt and have a good time. Yeah, baby.”
“These early stereo recordings have the ping pong effect between the two speakers. It's such fun. The melodies and arrangements are delivered in superb sound.”
“I have been a fan of Enoch Light from the early 60s. His music style of that era was totally different. Great to listen and dance to.”
“People of any generation can appreciate the craftsmanship of this group of musicians. The LP really can bring out the best of your sound system. The music is timeless, whether highlighting the percussive abilities or the orchestra.” “The true test for hi-fi stereo c.1960. Highly imaginative compositions, excellent arrangements, and a cast of superb musicians directed by a leader with personality and class. His Command albums are works greater than the majority of products of the age and conserve extraordinary well. Attention to channels right and left.”
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