The Crescendos - In The Good Old Summer Time

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Review by Stephen Russell

In The Good Old Summer Time by Crescendos is a delightful album that takes the listener back to a simpler time. The music is upbeat and full of joy, with catchy melodies and harmonies that will have you tapping your feet and singing along. The album features a variety of songs, from classic standards like "In The Good Old Summer Time" and "By The Light Of The Silvery Moon" to more contemporary tunes like "Summer Nights" and "Summertime Blues".

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Rockin' Robin", which showcases the group's impressive vocal range and tight harmonies. Another highlight is "Surf City", a fun and energetic song that perfectly captures the carefree spirit of summer. Throughout the album, the Crescendos' enthusiasm and love for the music is palpable, making for a truly enjoyable listening experience.

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Artist: The Crescendos
Album: In The Good Old Summer Time
Rating: 5.0

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In The Good Old Summertime
Just A Closer Walk With Thee
Bangawan Solo
Waktu Fajar

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Catalog Numbers

430 801 BE

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Philips

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  • Vinyl
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About The Crescendos

The Crescendos were a popular Singapore band of the 1960s. Formed in 1963 and comprising , John Chee, Leslie Chia, Raymond Ho, the band was the first Singapore group ever to be signed by an international record label. The band scored several hits with songs such as Mr Twister and The Boy Next Door. The Crescendos took a break from recording in 1966 and never regrouped after the death of lead singer Susan Lim in 1970. Early years The Crescendos started out as a singing group comprising John Chee, Leslie Chia and Raymond Ho. In 1961, they took part in Radio Malaya Talentime, a successful programme that showcased good singers and musicians. For the Talentime contest the following year, the group decided to introduce a female lead vocalist, Susan Lim, a friend of Chias sister. Lim was 14 years old at the time and a student at Raffles Girls School. Although The Crescendos eventually took second place on Talentime that year, the band signed a contract with record company Philips International even before reaching the competition finals, making it the first Singapore group ever to sign on with an international record label. The band was later joined by Israel Lim on bass guitar and Peter Soh on drums, enabling the band to perform onstage as a complete musical line-up. Recordings In 1963, the band released its first single, a cover version of Mr Twister. The single was an instant hit and sold more than 10,000 copies in Malaysia, placing it on the Philips World Top Ten list and locally outselling even American pop singer Connie Franciss version of the song. The bands next two singles, In Good Old Summertime and the original composition The Boy Next Door, similarly entered the Philips World Top Ten list. Both singles sold more than 10,000 copies each. Other memorable songs followed, among these Everybody Loves A Lover, Silver Threads And Golden Needles and Has Anybody Seen My Boyfriend. The band also demonstrated its versatility by recording Malay songs such as Lenggang Kangkong and Waktu Fajar, and the traditional Indonesian favourite Bengawan Solo. In 1966, at the height of their popularity, the band decided to take a break from recording while Lim pursued studies in political science and sociology at the University of Singapore. During this period, Lim released a solo record with The Thunderbirds, another popular local band. In 1995, Polygram issued a compilation of Crescendos music titled The Complete Crescendos. In 2002, Universal Music released Treasures From The Past, a compilation featuring The Crescendos as one of the four most prominent bands of the 1960s. Death of Susan Lim In 1970, Susan Lim was 22 years old and engaged to be married to John Chan York Lee. After completing her final university examinations, Lim went on a holiday to Malaysia with her fiance and some friends and relatives. On 8 February 1970, while at a beach in Kemaman, Terengganu, Lim was swept away by strong waves despite attempts by her fiance to hold on to her. The body of Lau Kheng Khuang, another member of the party killed in the accident, was recovered, but Lims body was never found. Shortly after the accident, the National University of Singapore awarded Lim a Bachelor of Arts honours degree in absentia. Unlike other bands of the 1960s that reunited over the years for nostalgia and charity events, the Crescendos never regrouped as they felt that Lim could not be replaced.
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Summary by Stephen Russell

In The Good Old Summer Time is a wonderful album that will transport you back to a time when life was simpler and the sun always shone. Whether you're a fan of classic standards or more contemporary tunes, this album has something for everyone. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and uplifting musical journey.

Comments

saholtaf99a196a4
2023-04-13
The whole town was devastated upon hearing her "eternal departure" ?
katecoleman72
2023-04-12
They are so ahead of the industry , icon to the local scene . Powerful voice. ? ?
elwayndab
2023-04-11
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SUSAN LIM ON 21ST OCTOBER.... SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN 74 YO....IN 2021
rainypioner
2023-04-10
IN SWEET REMEMBRANCE OF A RAFFLESIAN. AWESOME AND AMAZING.
tantalita
2023-04-09
Susan Lim and the Crescendos - forever favourite group! I adore Susan's voice.
fatnmad1
2023-04-08
In sweet remembrance of a rafflesian. Awesome and every inch a rafflesian.
husnulislam
2023-04-08
Love her voice!
Sweet Susan Lim will always be remembered by a small group of us in Dunearn Hostel (NUS) as our Georgy Girl. In our final year in the University in late 60s, she led us to put up an item with her doing the lead singing----- the melodious Georgy Girl ………..a hit by the Seekers in those memorable days

. For those who can still remember her in Dunearn Hostel …….she was simply awesome n vivacious.

We miss her.
indiancuisin
2023-04-08
Susan & the Crescendos are very good singers. Their interpretation of the is unique, lively & really good. RIP Susan!!
youennargoff29
2023-04-07
Great version and she sounds like Connie Francis. Thanks for posting it on.

Davy