Here is a great Elvis album that shows a more maturing and diverse artist in development. This was something like Elvis' 10th album and represented a real shift in his approach.
In 1960 this album peaked at number 2 on the Billboard charts and was released in both mono and stereo. This album is also referenced in Robert Dimery's "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" novel. Interesting note that the album was produced by Chet Atkins as well.
George Marino at Sterling Studios did the mastering for Analogue Productions and he did a masterful job! The sound is nice and clear with clear definition and a rich full sound. There is also a great deal of depth in this recording .......for example "Fever" has these snapping fingers going on during the song and they actually made me turn around at one point during playback as the sound is just so real ! Another awesome moment is the last chord on the song "solder boy" which just tears right thru you!
I have never heard Elvis ever sound this good.....and what a great album too !
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