Lambert, Hendricks and Ross made their debut on Columbia in 1959, and this CD contains not only all of the music from their first CBS album, but five titles from two later records. This set has many memorable classics from the great singers Dave Lambert,
Jon Hendricks (the top vocalese lyricist) and
Annie Ross. Highlights include the upbeat "Charleston Alley," a remake of
Ross' "Twisted," the heated "Cloudburst,"
Hendricks' humorous "Gimme That Wine," "Summertime" (a recreation of
Miles Davis' version with
Gil Evans), and "Come on Home." Although
Lambert, Hendricks and Ross only lasted a few years, their influence on other vocal groups was enormous. This set is a perfect place for collectors to begin to explore their vocal magic. ~ Scott Yanow