The Platters – The Platters

The Platters – The Platters (3xLP Box Set)

A sweeping collection from one of the most iconic vocal groups of the 20th century, this 3xLP box set captures the timeless elegance and crossover appeal of The Platters. Blending doo-wop, pop standards, and early rock & roll, the group’s smooth harmonies and romantic delivery defined an era of popular music.

Spanning three volumes, the set moves effortlessly between original hits and interpretations of classic songs. Signature recordings like Only You, The Great Pretender (spiritually represented through their signature style), and Smoke Gets In Your Eyes sit alongside beautifully arranged versions of standards such as Summertime, September Song, and Sentimental Journey.

The Platters’ ability to bridge genres is on full display—equally at home with Broadway melodies, jazz standards, and rock-era classics like Rock Around The Clock and Don’t Be Cruel. Their polished vocal arrangements and lush production give each track a timeless, almost cinematic quality.

Perfect as both an introduction and a comprehensive collection, this box set showcases the group’s enduring influence and their role in shaping the sound of 1950s popular music.

Tracklist:

The Platters
Summertime
Rock Around The Clock
Love Me Tender
Singin' In The Rain
Stormy Weather
Mack The Knife
Sixteen Tons
Sentimental Journey
My Serenade
Volare
The Three Bells
Day-O

The Platters Vol. 2
Only You
My Dream
It's Magic
My Blue Heaven
September Song
She's Mine
Remember When
Thanks For The Memory
Red Sails In The Sunset
Harbour Light
One In A Million
The Exodus Song

The Platters Vol. 3
Twilight Time
You'll Never Know How I Care
I'm Sorry
Heaven On Earth
The Magic Touch
The Song From Moulin Rouge
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
I'll Never Smile Again
Sincerely
Tumbling Tumbleweeds
Song For The Lonely
Don't Be Cruel**