Temptation - John Keating

Chloe

Temptation
The John Keating Orchestra and Singers
Phase 4 Stereo
London SP 44019
1962

From the back cover: John Keating is one of England's most active arrangers. Born and bred in Scotland, he has worked most of his professional life in London where, for some years, he was staff arranger for Ted Heath's big band. More recently – although he still finds time to work on Ted Heath's "phase 4" los – Mr. Keathing's activity has spread from the swing and jazz idiom in which he is an authority, to other musical forms; his name is spotted on the hit parade at regular intervals as a backing arranger, and currently he is there with an instrumental single. In the ever-challenging "phase 4" format, Mr. Keating, has especially excelled. With this, his second "phase 4" album, "Temptation," Mr. Keating adds yet another dimension to his broad scope as an arranger. Working with strings, voices and a block of jazz instruments, Mr. Keating has created a uniquely different and superbly imaginative LP.

From Billboard - June 29, 1962: Smart, sleek arranging for ork and chorus and excellent sound are the hallmarks of this set. The Keating ork is a precisely rehearsed outfit that swings and sweeps on strong rhythm, biting brass and rolling string section. The mixed voices are engagingly interwoven sining the lyrics of such standards as "Love For Sale," "Temptation" and "Maria," with "St. Louis Blues" an outstanding track for all concerned.

Temptation

Blues In The Night

Love For Sale

Daddy

Laura

Bess, You Is My Woman Now

Maria

St. Louis Blues

Chloe

Satin Doll

Whatever Lola Wants

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