Singing The Blues
Vocal accompaniment by The Jordanaires
Produced by Jim Vinneau and Danny Davis
Director of Engineering: Val Valentin
MGM STEREO SE-4251
1965
From the back cover: The astute listener will note that the arrangements of Bill McElhiney carry out the theme of musical fusion and contrast. Violins and voices, for instance (both manifestations of the pop sound) are used extensively. Country fiddles are not used. Also, there is considerable use of the so-called gospel-styled piano. This latter technique, of course, has been a prominent element in recording arrangements for the past several years (ever since Floyd Cramer's hit, Last Date). These qualities, together with the song material and general sound – mark the album as Nashville-made.
From Billboard - February 20, 1965: Two top performers team up for a concert of pop-country music. Both Connie and Hank do great jobs with the great songs. Fine backing by massed strings and the Jordanaires. Tunes include "Wolverton Mountain," "Mule Skinner Blues," "Singing The Blues."
Send Me The Pillow You Dream On
Wolverton Mountain
Please Hep Me I'm Falling In Love
Singing The Blues
Walk On By
If You've Got The Money, I've Got The Time
Mule Skinner Blues
Making Believe
Blue, Blue Day
No Letter Today
Bye Bye, Love
Wabash Cannonball
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