Quartet Records and MGM present the re-issue of the first official complete vinyl edition of Burt Bacharach’s timeless classic soundtrack for the 1967 James Bond spoof CASINO ROYALE, this time in blue and orange colored vinyl!
The infectious main theme performed by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass is just the starting point of an epic comedy ride that includes such highlights as the unforgettable “The Look of Love,” sung by Dusty Springfield, or the epic fight music at the end of the film. Produced by record industry legend Phil Ramone, the original soundtrack LP offered selected highlights, expertly edited to showcase the best parts of the entire score. Thanks to the legendary sound quality of the stereo copies, this record became one of the most highly sought-after collectibles in the industry.
This straight re-issue of our 2019 vinyl edition was produced, restored and mastered by Chris Malone, rebuilding the score from the ground up. The soundtrack album has long been considered a cornerstone of an audiophile’s collection. Lauded by The Absolute Sound, the original Colgems release continues to remain in pole position as the best sounding “popular” LP vinyl disc of all time.
Malone’s work was focused on addressing unintended technical anomalies (such as filling dropouts and covering analogue splices) rather than broadly applying a modern sound palette. He has eschewed dynamic range compression and retained the brilliance of the original recording. The first LP is a fully remastered reissue of the iconic original stereo vinyl, playing in all its splendor. The second LP contains all the unreleased material, in mono, which are still the only available source to date.
This special 2XLP is a limited edition pressed on 180-gram blue and orange vinyl, all of it housed in a gatefold jacket, retaining the iconic original cover art by Robert McGinnis. The package includes liner notes by Jeff Bond, with a separate insert with a tech-talk by Chris Malone.
01. Casino Royale (Main Title) - Performed by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
02. The Look of Love - Vocal by Dusty Springfield
03. Moneypenny Goes for Broke
04. Le Chiffre’s Torture of Mind
05. Home James Don’t Spare the Horses
06. Sir James’ Trip to Find Mata
07. The Look of Love (Instrumental)
08. Hi There Miss Goodthighs
09. Little French Boy
10. Flying Saucer / First Stop Berlin
11. The Venerable Sir James Bond
12. Dream on James You’re Winning
13. The Big Cowboys and Indians Fight at Casino Royale / Casino Royale Theme (Reprise) - Performed by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
14. Casino Royale (Main Title) - Performed by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
15. Opening Cars Converging / To the Bond Chateau
16. The Black Rose / James Bond in Scotland
17. The Widow Duty of Lady Fiona / Wassail
18. The Grouse Shoot / Mimi’s Lament
19. Gymnasium Training
20. Proposals Super 8 and Costumes
21. Sir James’ Trip to Find Mata / Temple Dance
22. Have No Fear Bond Is Here (Single Version) - Vocal by Mike Redway
23. The Look of Love (Film Version) - Vocal by Dusty Springfield
24. Sitar Background / Old Berlin House / Mata Hari School for Spies
25. Bond Arrival in France / Vesper in the Shower
26. Le Chiffre’s Magic Act
27. Vesper’s Kidnapping / End of Torture Sequence
28. Fight in Casino Manager’s Office / Dr. Noah’s Headquarters / The LSD Room
29. The Big Fight at Casino Royale (Film Version) / Seven Bond in Heaven / End Title (Have No Fear Bond Is Here) - Vocal by Mike Redway
