BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS

Picking up on the horn-driven pop-soul approach of the Buckinghams, Blood, Sweat & Tears turned out a series of impressive singles in the late 1960s, led by the forceful vocals of lead singer David Clayton-Thomas. This 15-track collection has the essentials, including "Spinning Wheel," a fine version of Laura Nyro's "And When I Die," "Hi-De-Ho," and the propulsive "Go Down Gamblin'," and for casual listeners, at least, it should fill the bill. ~ Steve Leggett, AMG

Estimated despatch 5-10 days after ordering.