Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World (1968) LP

The jazz pioneer delivered a pop-vocal masterpiece with this 1968 recording. Louis’ recording contributions to the peace scene were distinguished by powerful messages wrapped in the subtlest of lyrics. He chose material that emphasized the aspirations and feelings common to people regardless of their race or political persuasion – love of family, a place to call home and a life free of fear. His best work in this vein , “What a Wonderful World”, “Hello Brother’ and “The Home Fire”, can fortunately all be found on the one album – “What a Wonderful World”.

The “What a Wonderful World” album was originally released in 1968. The HighRes Remaster release contains the same 11 tracks as the original album. In addition to social commentaries, the content list includes a number of rollicking 30’s style jazz tunes and some easy listening fifties style ballads.