{"product_id":"the-singers-unlimited-the-singers-unlimited","title":"The Singers Unlimited – The Singers Unlimited","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"65\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Singers Unlimited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003cem data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eThe Singers Unlimited\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"304\"\u003eA landmark vocal jazz project known for its immaculate precision and studio-layered harmonies, \u003cem data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eThe Singers Unlimited\u003c\/em\u003e showcases the group’s pioneering approach to multitracked vocal arranging, led by arranger and vocalist Gene Puerling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eBuilt around a core quartet of voices, the ensemble created dense, orchestral textures using overdubbing techniques that were revolutionary for their time. The result is a sound that blends jazz harmony, pop repertoire, and choral sophistication with near-orchestral richness - often mistaken for a much larger vocal ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"988\"\u003eThis album demonstrates their extraordinary range of interpretations. From reimagined pop and jazz standards like \u003cem data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eFool On The Hill\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eKilling Me Softly With His Song\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"805\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eI Got Rhythm\u003c\/em\u003e, to theatrical and cinematic pieces like \u003cem data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eOn A Clear Day You Can See Forever\u003c\/em\u003e, the group consistently transforms familiar material into intricate harmonic architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eThey are often supported here by highly regarded jazz and studio musicians such as \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOscar Peterson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eClare Fischer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and orchestras arranged by figures like Patrick Williams and Robert Farnon, adding further depth and polish to the productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eWhat defines the record is its meticulous balance: technically complex yet emotionally smooth, highly arranged yet effortlessly listenable. Each track feels carefully sculpted, with voices interlocking like instrumental sections in a finely tuned orchestra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eThe Singers Unlimited\u003c\/em\u003e remains a defining statement in vocal jazz - less about improvisation, and more about precision, harmony, and studio-as-instrument artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"2099\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e1 Fool On The Hill\u003cbr data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003e2 Sesame Street\u003cbr data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e3 Cherry\u003cbr data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e4 Soon It’s Gonna Rain\u003cbr data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e5 Killing Me Softly With His Song\u003cbr data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e6 You Are The Sunshine Of My Life\u003cbr data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1866\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e7 On A Clear Day You Can See Forever\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e8 Bye Bye Blues\u003cbr data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e9 Zip-A-Dee Doo-Dah\u003cbr data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e10 Sweet Georgia Brown\u003cbr data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e11 Why Don’t You Do Right\u003cbr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e12 Feelings\u003cbr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e13 I Got Rhythm\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e14 Eleanor Rigby\u003cbr data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003e15 I’m Gonna Go Fishin’\u003cbr data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e16 Air (From Suite In D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"2099\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AM9QdpiYMao?si=T_AzmTwPoBtX5Fx2\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MPS Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53525699723606,"sku":"831 373-2","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c003b76f-0c4e-41ff-8d7e-61e96ee6b7ed.jpg?v=1778238122","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/the-singers-unlimited-the-singers-unlimited","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}