1. Why Baby Why 2. Geisha Girl 3. Livin' Alone 4. Send Me the Pillow You Dream On 5. It's a Little More Like Heaven 6. Blue Grass Skirt 7. Please Help Me, I'm Falling 8. One Step Ahead of My Past 9. From Here to There to You 10. Happy Birthday to Me 11. Happy Journey 12. We're Gonna Go Fishin' 13. Followed Closely by My Teardrops 14. Country Hall of Fame 15. Danny Boy 16. Bonaparte's Retreat
Here's an artist easily forgotten, although his talent is nothing short of stellar. Hank Locklin was somehow able to tie the original Honky Tonk sound with the Nashville sound that made him a favorite of fans from both categories of country music. This "Best of..." collection includes all of his biggest hits, including "Send Me the Pillow" and "Please Help Me I'm Falling"; although his best vocal work can be found in "Geisha Girl" and "Followed Closely By My Teardrops". These are origianl recordings and the sound is as good as it gets. A+
Much needed collection Submitted on: 2003-09-26
These are the original recordings of Hank Locklin's hit songs. No need to look around any more. Aside from the Bear Family Boxed sets, this is the only collection with the original versions available.
The booklet has recording dates and session musicans listed anlong with an essay.
I would say this is the definate Hank Locklin.
Long needed reissue Submitted on: 2003-03-11
Hank Locklin was a fine country singer in both the honky tonk and Nashville Sound styles. This CD is a much welcomed reissued collection of his hits including the classics "Please Help Me I'm Falling" and "Send Me the Pillow." Check out the organ playing by Ray Stevens on "Bonaparte's Retreat"! An essential addition to any country music collection.