アクロバット・ミュージックから2019年にリリースされた『The Four Freshmen Collection 195162』は、アメリカのポピュラー音楽において革新的で長く愛されてきたボーカルハーモニーグループ、フォー・フレッシュメンの代表的な2枚組アンソロジーです。1951年から1962年までの録音を網羅し、彼らの初期の密接ハーモニーを駆使したジャズルーツから、後期の洗練されたポップサウンドへの進化を捉えています。複雑なジャズハーモニー、鮮やかなボーカルの絡み合い、豊かなアレンジメントを融合させた彼らの革新的なスタイルは、ビーチ・ボーイズ、ハイロズ、マンハッタン・トランスファーなど、多くのアーティストに影響を与え、ボーカルジャズのアイコンとしての地位を確立しました。

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Released by Acrobat Music in 2019, The Four Freshmen Collection 195162 is a definitive two-disc anthology celebrating one of the most innovative and enduring vocal harmony groups in American popular music. Spanning more than a decade of recordings, this collection captures the evolution of The Four Freshmen from their early close-harmony jazz roots to their later polished pop sophistication. Their pioneering blend of complex jazz harmonies, crisp vocal interplay, and lush arrangements would go on to influence generations of artists including The Beach Boys, The Hi-Los, and Manhattan Transfer securing their legacy as vocal jazz icons. Album Highlights Comprehensive 2-CD overview of The Four Freshmens most essential recordings from 1951 to 1962. Includes the groups signature hits such as Its a Blue World, Graduation Day, Day by Day, and Route 66. Features collaborations with Stan Kenton and His Orchestra, highlighting the groups jazz pedigree. Remastered for optimal sound, bringing out the clarity and balance of their intricate vocal arrangements. A fascinating document of the transition from 50s vocal jazz to early modern pop sophistication. Key Features Label: Acrobat ADDCD3287 Format: 2 CD, Compilation Country: UK Released: 2019 Genre: Jazz, Pop Style: Vocal Jazz, Traditional Pop 54 tracks spanning the groups most creative decade. Includes both chart hits and deeper cuts illustrating their vocal innovation. Rare early recordings and Kenton collaborations included. Features remastered mono and early stereo sources. Perfect for fans of classic harmony groups and mid-century vocal jazz. Why Youll Love It Immerse yourself in the lush harmonies and flawless phrasing that inspired an entire generation of vocalists. A sonic time capsule of postwar jazz-pop elegance, meticulously restored. Ideal for collectors of classic Capitol-era vocal groups. Balances nostalgia with musical sophistication timeless, smooth, and effortlessly cool. ¶ Tracklist Disc One: Then I'll Be Happy Mr. Bs Blues Now You Know Pack Up Your Tears and Go Home Tuxedo Junction Its a Blue World The Day Isnt Long Enough Stormy Weather (Keeps Rainin All the Time) Poinciana (Song of the Tree) Baltimore Oriole Holiday It Happened Once Before Tenderly (with Stan Kenton Orchestra) Seems Like Old Times Crazy Bones Please Remember Ill Be Seeing You (with Stan Kenton & His Orchestra) Well Be Together Again My Heart Stood Still Love Turns Winter Into Spring Mood Indigo It Never Occurred to Me Malaya Day by Day How Can I Tell Her Charmaine This Whole Wide World Disc Two: Evry Time We Say Goodbye Love Is Just Around the Corner Angel Eyes Lonely Night in Paris Graduation Day Youre So Far Above Me He Who Loves and Runs Away Thats the Way I Feel Whats It Gonna Be Sometimes Im Happy Julie Is Her Name How Can I Begin to Tell Granada Nights Are Longer Whistle Me Some Blues Candy Route 66 Teach Me Tonight Shangri-La Them There Eyes Im Always Chasing Rainbows Love Lost Rain First Affair The Freshman Year I Want to Be Happy Lulus Back in Town Product Info Format: 2 CD, Compilation Number of Discs: 2 Special Sleeves or Packaging: Standard double jewel case with booklet featuring liner notes and historical essay Country of Origin: UK Label: Acrobat Music

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