Jonathan and Darlene Edwards - Jonathan and Darlene's Greatest Hits, Volumes 1-2 (1993)

For the average recording artist assembling a Greatest Hits album is a relatively simple procedure - just putting together the ten or twelve most successful recordings the artist has enjoyed in his or her career. In the case of Jonathan and Darlene the selection is certainly far more complicated. Jonathan is of course firmly convinced that every track in their five albums is a real hit, and the process of picking the best fourteen for Volume One has been a difficult and trying one for him. The carefree abandon of their first PIANO ARTISTRY album, the Gallic sophistication of their PARIS album, the magical arrangements and Darlene's innovative sound effects of the SINGALONG, the nostalgic excellence of SONGS FOR SHEIKS AND FLAPPERS, and finally the swinging jazz of the DUKE AND FATS album all make for an extremely tortuous selective process. And then some of their younger fans insisted that their adventures with contemporary music be included. These were made during Jonathan's NOW period, where he brought his remarkable genius into full contact with the popular song of today. Darlene's remarkable effort on STAYIN' ALIVE, which required hospitalization for a few days after the recording session, is a testament to the dedication these artists bring to their work. ENJOY, and be on the lookout for Volume Two!