This 1955 single saw Baxter apply his signature exotica sound to the standard "Unchained Melody," predating the more famous pop version by The Righteous Brothers by over a decade.
- The single was released on the Clef Records label, a subsidiary of Mercury Records.
- This recording was part of Baxter's prolific output in the mid-1950s, a period that saw him release numerous charting albums.
- Baxter's work on "Unchained Melody" showcases his early experimentation with lush orchestrations and a cinematic feel.
Les Baxter was an American pianist, composer, and bandleader who was a key figure in the lounge and exotica music scenes of the 1950s and 60s. He is best known for his imaginative arrangements and pioneering work in the "space age pop" genre.
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