{"product_id":"various-welcome-to-the-ultra-lounge","title":"Various, Welcome To The Ultra-Lounge - CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eLimited Edition - Leopard Skin Material Cover - 24 Songs from the Ultra-Lounge Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVarious Artists – Welcome to the Ultra-Lounge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Various Artists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Welcome to the Ultra-Lounge (Sampler \/ Intro to the Series)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e CD (Original Pressing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 1996\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Capitol Records (Catalog: CDP 7243 8 38356 2 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Exotica \/ Lounge \/ Space Age Pop \/ Easy Listening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eWelcome to the Ultra-Lounge\u003c\/b\u003e served as the perfect introduction to Capitol Records' wildly successful \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"125\"\u003eUltra-Lounge\u003c\/i\u003e series. Released during the mid-90s \"Lounge Revival,\" this sampler showcased the kitschy, sophisticated, and often bizarre music from Capitol’s extensive vaults recorded between the 1950s and 1960s. The series was produced by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"364\"\u003eBrad Benedict\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"379\"\u003eCyndi Braun\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"396\"\u003eWayne Watkins\u003c\/b\u003e, who meticulously restored these high-fidelity \"Bachelor Pad\" recordings for a new generation of cocktail enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a sonic journey through palm-fringed tiki bars and high-rise penthouse parties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Tracks:\u003c\/b\u003e Features legendary masters of the genre including \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003eMartin Denny\u003c\/b\u003e (\"Quiet Village\"), \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003eLes Baxter\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"106\"\u003eJulie London\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"\u003eDean Martin\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/b\u003e The disc covers various sub-genres, from the tropical \"Exotica\" of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eArthur Lyman\u003c\/b\u003e to the swanky \"Crime Jazz\" and \"Space Age\" orchestrations of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eBilly May\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"164\"\u003eDick Hyman\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKitsch Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e It includes the iconic cover of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e\"Tequila\"\u003c\/b\u003e and humorous lounge-staples like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003e\"The Girl from Ipanema.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAudio Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e Known for its \"Hi-Fi\" excellence, the recordings highlight the lush strings, vibraphones, and bird calls that defined the era's stereo-demonstration records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal CD \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eUltra-Lounge\u003c\/i\u003e series is famous for its over-the-top, consistent packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Furry\" Case:\u003c\/b\u003e While this specific sampler was often a standard jewel case, the series became iconic for its \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"112\"\u003efake-fur-lined digipaks\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/b\u003e The original 1996 US pressing features the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eCapitol Records\u003c\/b\u003e logo and the catalog number \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"103\"\u003eCDP 7243 8 38356 2 1\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Coaster\" Disc:\u003c\/b\u003e The CD face is printed to look like a colorful, vintage \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003edrink coaster\u003c\/b\u003e, a hallmark of the series' attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Booklet:\u003c\/b\u003e Features \"Recipe\" suggestions for cocktails and humorous liner notes about \"proper lounge etiquette,\" which became a staple of every volume in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMarket Note:\u003c\/b\u003e This sampler is often the gateway for collectors who eventually hunt down all 20+ volumes of the main series and the various \"Sub-series\" like \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"156\"\u003eBachelor Pad Fiesta\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"180\"\u003eChristmas Cocktails\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Welcome to the Ultra-Lounge, Various Artists, Original CD, 1996, Capitol Records, Exotica, Space Age Pop, Lounge Music, Martin Denny, Bachelor Pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e Mid-90s Lounge Revival, Tiki \u0026amp; Exotica Essentials, High-Fidelity Retro Pop, Capitol Records Vault Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Martin Denny, Les Baxter, Esquivel, Julie London, Burt Bacharach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ultra-Lounge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51395199533373,"sku":"5591","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/22b941f795ce968122233f0d8c626a9a2dbfefd5.webp?v=1771376720","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/various-welcome-to-the-ultra-lounge","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}