Disc 01 01. Last, James "One Fine Morning" 02. Last, James "Heart Of Gold" 03. Last, James "When I'm Dead And Gone" 04. Last, James "Aquarius" 05. Last, James "I Am... I Said" 06. Last, James "My Sweet Lord" 07. Last, James "Proud Mary" 08. Last, James "Joy To The World" 09. Last, James "The Best Of My Love" 10. Last, James "Killing Me Softly" 11. Last, James "Killing Me Softly With His Song" 12. Last, James "Ballad Of Easy Rider" 13. Last, James "Washington Square" 14. Last, James "I Hear You Knocking" 15. Last, James "Billy, Don't Be A Hero" 16. Last, James "Me And You And A Dog Named Boo" 17. James Last And His Orchestra "Indiana Wants Me" 18. James Last And His Orchestra "The House Of The Rising Sun" 19. Last, James "Good Morning Starshine" 20. Last, James "Inner City Blues" 21. Last, James "Cotton Fields"
Disc 02 01. James Last And His Orchestra "Here Comes The Sun" 02. Last, James "Everybody Get Together" 03. Last, James "I Believe In Music" 04. Last, James "Dunrobin's Gone" 05. James Last And His Orchestra "Lay Lady Lay" 06. Last, James "Girl Of The North Country" 07. Last, James "Walk On Water" 08. Last, James "I'm A Train" 09. Last, James "How Do You Do" 10. Last, James "Only You Can" 11. Last, James "Carry On" 12. Last, James "It's Going To Take Some Time" 13. Last, James "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me" 14. Last, James "Mademoiselle Ninette" 15. Last, James "Dreams Are Ten A Penny (Jenny Jenny)" 16. Last, James "Silver Dagger" 17. Last, James "Sweet City Woman" 18. James Last And His Orchestra "Blowin' In The Wind" 19. Last, James "Mamy Blue" 20. James Last And His Orchestra "Jubilation" 21. Last, James "The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia" 22. Last, James "Give Peace A Chance"
Disc 03 01. Last, James "Everybody's Everything" 02. Last, James "Hot Love" 03. Last, James "Montego Bay" 04. Last, James "I Can See Clearly Now" 05. James Last And His Orchestra "Wedding Bell Blues" 06. Last, James "Without You" 07. Last, James "Dear Father" 08. James Last And His Orchestra "The Boxer" 09. Last, James "Delta Queen" 10. Last, James "Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep" 11. James Last And His Orchestra "Put Your Hand In The Hand" 12. Last, James "For Better, For Worse" 13. Last, James "Everyday People" 14. Last, James "Apeman" 15. James Last And His Orchestra "Seasons In The Sun" 16. Last, James "The Air That I Breathe" 17. Last, James "Have You Never Been Mellow" 18. Last, James "Holly Holy" 19. James Last And His Orchestra "Question" 20. James Last And His Orchestra "MacArthur Park"
Disc 04 01. Last, James "I Shall Sing" 02. Last, James "Song Sung Blue" 03. Last, James "Sing A Simple Song" 04. Last, James "She Came In Through The Bathroom Window" 05. Last, James "If You Could Read My Mind" 06. Last, James "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" 07. Last, James "Evie" 08. Last, James "Rock Me Gently" 09. Last, James "I'm Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band)" 10. Last, James "You're So Vain" 11. Last, James "Sundown" 12. Last, James "Power To The People" 13. Last, James "Neanderthal Man" 14. Last, James "Guava Jelly" 15. Last, James "Poppa Joe" 16. Last, James "Knock Three Times" 17. Last, James "Banks Of The Ohio" 18. Last, James "A Whiter Shade Of Pale" 19. James Last And His Orchestra "The Dock Of The Bay" 20. Last, James "Wedding Song (There Is Love)" 21. Last, James "Cassey Blue / Au Revoir (Medley)"
Description:
"On The Rocks" on CD is a sophisticated instrumental album by renowned bandleader and arranger James Last, released under the esteemed Polydor label. Characterized by lush orchestral arrangements, relaxed grooves and a warm, analog sound aesthetic, this release is ideal for listeners who appreciate easy listening, lounge and light pop-jazz textures. The tracks are arranged in James Last's signature style: familiar melodies, elegant harmonies and carefully crafted dynamics that create a smooth, atmospheric listening experience, perfect as both foreground enjoyment and refined background music for social occasions. The production focuses on clarity and balance, allowing the orchestral sections, rhythm group and occasional solo instruments to stand out without overwhelming the listener, resulting in a timeless, inviting sound.
Polydor, the manufacturer of this CD, is one of the classic and historically important record labels, especially in Europe. Over decades, Polydor has built a reputation for high production standards, careful artist selection and durable physical products, from vinyl records to CDs. As part of a major global music group, the label has long been associated with a wide range of genres--from pop and rock to classical and easy listening--and is known for reliable sound quality and thoughtfully curated catalog releases.
James Last, the artist behind "On The Rocks", was one of the most successful bandleaders and arrangers in light music and easy listening. Over his long career he reached millions of listeners worldwide with his orchestral sound, selling tens of millions of records and earning numerous gold and platinum awards in many countries. His trademark was the "Non Stop Dancing" concept and his unique ability to reinterpret well-known melodies in a modern, accessible orchestral style without losing musical substance. James Last became a household name particularly in Europe, where his live concerts with large orchestra often sold out and helped define the sound of sophisticated light entertainment music for several generations.
"On The Rocks" fits seamlessly into this legacy: an album that combines musical craftsmanship with approachability, offering both long-time James Last fans and new listeners a relaxed, stylish listening experience. The CD format ensures convenient handling, good sound quality and durability, making this release a suitable choice for collectors of classic easy-listening productions as well as for anyone looking to enrich their music shelf with a timeless, laid-back instrumental album.
Pop International
353.363
- Asia Pop 9.594- Austro Pop 227- Brit Pop 280- Dutch Pop 9- Euro Pop 50- French Pop 680- Indie Pop/Lo Fi 22- Italo Pop 334- Latin Pop 7.125- MiddleoftheRoad 3.078- Oldies 61- Other Pop 331.258- Party 44- Synthi Pop 292- The 60s 309
