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The long forgotten soundtrack to a hip early 1960s Italian cult movie, with music by Piero Umiliani and the legendary Chet Baker. Helen Merrill’s vocal theme is just outstanding, rarely bettered, the jazz is playful, mysterious and charming. This is just inspired and incredible music (Jazz Messengers).

Track listing:

SIDE A
A1 Smog
A2 Neapolitan Phantasy
A3 Dawn
A4 Hollywood Tonight
A5 California In The Summer
A6 Thinkin’ Blues
SIDE B
B1 Smog
B2 Tension
B3 Tops
B4 Alone In A Crowd
B5 Bowling
B6 Twilight in Los Angeles

Personnel:

Orchestra directed by Piero Umiliani
Chet Baker – (trumpet on A1, A6, B2, B4, B6)
Helen Merrill – (vocals on A3, B1)

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Label : RCA Victor – PML 10320