A Voice On Air (1935-1955)

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Radio listeners fell in love with Sinatra starting in the mid-’30s, and the romance only intensified in the ’40s and ’50s as Frank’s confidence, stardom and vocal mastery grew. This 4-CD treasure chest does several things that should have Sinatra lovers swooning all over again. First, these 100-plus tracks include 91 performances that haven’t been heard since their original broadcasts. Second, these tracks have been meticulously restored and remastered in high resolution from the original glass and aluminum radio transcription discs and magnetic tape masters, so these performances sound warm and alive. Third, the broadcasts’ openings, closings, announcements and commercials are included, so you’ll truly feel the time travel—and that transportation is enhanced by the detailed notes in the 60-page book (which includes a reminiscence by Nancy Sinatra). You’ll hear songs Ol’ Blue Eyes made famous as well as Great American Songbook songs he never sang on record: "Don’t Fence Me In," "I Wish I Didn’t Love You So," "Long Ago and Far Away," "Aren’t You Glad You’re You," "My Ideal," "East of the Sun," "Frenesi," "Deep Night," "She’s Funny That Way," "That Old Black Magic," "My Heart Stood Still," "I Only Have Eyes for You," "Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams," "It’s Only a Paper Moon," "Birth of the Blues," "Our Love Is Here to Stay," and more. Also preserved here: precious duets with Nat King Cole, Peggy Lee, Doris Day, Benny Goodman and more! Sony Legacy.