Benton,Brook Early Years 1953-59 CD

This collection follows on from the two previous best selling volumes from Jasmine, (JASCD687 & JASCD744). Presented this time is kind of a prequel, which as the title suggests, focuses on his early years which show the breadth and scope of his talent, both as a songwriter and balladeer in gospel and doo wop groups. Includes his very first chart single 'A Million Miles from Nowhere' and plenty of rare and collectable material including demo sessions that he recorded during his rise to fame. This is the first time this material has been released in one package. There really is no denying the smooth, persuasive, gospel-based crooning that Brook Benton delivers as he melts the hearts of anyone who is lucky enough to listen. Compiled by Opal Nations who also wrote the fully detailed liner notes.

1. When I Grow Too Old to Dream 2. Somebody to Love 3. Ooh 4. The Kentuckian Song 5. Bring Me Love 6. Some of My Best Friends 7. Love Made Me Your Fool 8. Give Me a Sign 9. The Wall 10. All My Love Belongs to You 11. Rock 'N' Roll That Rhythm (All Nite Long) 12. Anything for You 13. Tell Me 14. Partners for Life 15. Can I Help It 16. You Should Have Told Me 17. I Wanna Do Everything for You 18. Come on, Be Nice 19. If Only I Had Known 20. Your Love Alone 21. A Million Miles from Nowhere 22. Devoted 23. Because You Love Me 24. Crinoline Skirt 25. Crazy in Love with You 26. I'm Coming Back to You 27. Only Your Love 28. You're for Me 29. Sentimental Daddy-O 30. A Door That Is Open 31. Ain't It Good 32. One Love Too Many 33. Don't Walk Away from Me 34. May I 35. You're Movin' Me 36. Nothing in the World 37. Next Stop Paradise 38. Keep Me in Mind 39. I'll Never Stop Trying 40. Walking Together 41. What a Kiss Won't Do 42. Come on Let's Go 43. My Love Will Last 44. Come Back My Love 45. A Lover's Question 46. I'll Stop Anything I'm Doing 47. Everything Will Be Alright 48. Completely 49. The Rest of the Way 50. I'll Meet You After Church Next Sunday 51. This Bitter Earth 52. Looking Back 53. Mark My Word 54. Doggone Baby Doggone 55. You Can't Get Away from Me 56. Ninety-Nine Percent 57. Steppin' Out Tonight 58. A New Love 59. Jesus Lover of My Soul 60. The Devil Is a Real Bright Boy 61. I Dreamed of a City Called Heaven 62. You Ain't Got Faith