VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A *WOW* for Collectors for Sale

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VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A WOW for Collectors For Sale

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VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A WOW for Collectors:
$19.95

My aunt lived in Italy in the 1950s and remained in Europe until she retired in the 1990s. This was part of her record collection, a set of ten "pop" records from the 1950s through the 1970s. I am not a vinyl expert nor record collector so I have no way of playing, testing or grading this collection; I guess you can tell the approximate dates just by these popular titles. Several on UK Labels with UK manufacture, might be of specific interest to serious collectors. Here is the collection:
1. Doris Day: Ready, Willing and Able/When the Red Red Robin... -and- Secret Love/If I Give My Heart To You. Extended Play EP 45. (Philips UK Label)2. Perez Prado: Rhythm Sticks/Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White (RCA Victor USA)3. Bobby Darin: Clementine/Tall Story (ATCO USA)4. Ella Fitzgerald: Mack The Knive/Lorelei (RCA Victor UK)5. Bobby Darin: La Mer/That's the Way Love Is (London American Recordings, UK)6. Nat King Cole: Non Dimenticar/Bend a Little My Way (Capitol USA)7. Lou Monte: Pepino's Friend Pasquale/I Like You, You Like Me (Reprise USA)8. Dean Martin: That's Amore/You're the Right One (Capitol USA)9. Julius LaRosa: Till They've All Gone Home/Eh, Cumpari (Cadence USA)10.Steve Lawrence: Footsteps/You Don't Know (ABC Paramount, USA)

This collection is a vibrant time capsule of the "Golden Age" of the mid-century single, capturing the exact moment when pop, jazz, and the "crooner" era collided with the energy of the 1950s and early 60s. Having these on 45 RPM vinyl isn't just about the music; it’s about the tangible history of the record industry. You have a fascinating mix ofUK pressings(like the Doris Day Philips EP and the London American Bobby Darin) alongsideclassic US labelslike Capitol and RCA Victor. This variety speaks to the global reach of these artists, showing how the "Jet Age" sound of Dean Martin and Nat King Cole traveled from Hollywood to London and back again.

What makes this specific set "cool" is the sheer personality packed into these grooves. You have the heavy-hitting sophistication ofElla Fitzgerald’slive "Mack the Knife" and the mambo energy ofPerez Prado, balanced perfectly by the playful, novelty charm ofLou MonteandJulius LaRosa. It’s a collection that doesn't take itself too seriously but demands respect for its vocal craft. Dropping the needle on a pristine 45 of "That’s Amore" or "Footsteps" provides a punchy, analog warmth that digital files simply can’t replicate. It’s more than a playlist; it’s a curated experience of mid-century cool, ranging from the smoky lounges of Vegas to the bright lights of Piccadilly Circus.

Why this collection stands out:

Label Diversity:You have a great mix of "Big Three" labels (RCA, Capitol) and influential independents likeCadenceandATCO.
The "London American" Factor:The Bobby DarinLa Mer(Beyond the Sea) on the UK London label is a particularly stylish find, as that label was the primary gateway for American rock and pop into the British market.
The EP Format:The Doris Day "Extended Play" is a treat—these were the "mini-albums" of the era and are highly collectible for their unique sleeve art and multi-track value.

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VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A *WOW* for Collectors For Sale

VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A *WOW* for Collectors: $19.95

VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A WOW for Collectors For Sale

VTG Pop 45rpm Records 1950s-1970s (10) A WOW for Collectors:
$19.95