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One of the most exciting singers in the world, Miss Shirley Bassey has made an indelible mark on show business in every country where music is heard in recorded form, and has scored one success after another in the better night clubs both here and in her native England.

This album serves as a showcase for the talented singer, a display of her amazing way with a song, and the wide range of her voice and repertoire. Included is one of the big songs of 1962, "As Long As He Needs Me" from the international hit musical show OLIVER. Music critics have emphasized the Shirley Bassey rendition of this song as an indication of the tremendous talent of the entertainer, who has featured it in her nightclub act ever since the show opened in London to rave reviews. Shirley sings with a warmth and a feeling that is all to rare in the rapidly-paced '60s. Her rich voice is used as a violinist would play his instrument, with care and precision. Each word of the lyric is clearly understood by the listener, and her selection of songs is one which appeals to listeners of all ages and musical tastes. For this  is entertainment at it's very best; entertainment which has easily been understood and deeply appreciated by people throughout the world. Constantly engaged in her personal appearances and motion picture work, Shirley Bassey is one of those artists who is only rarely exposed via records. Yet each new release is in itself so satisfying that it can be listened to over and over again with the same satisfaction.