Pat Boone - I'll See You in My Dreams (1968) [Vinyl Rip 24-96]

Pat Boone is in good form throughout, as his breezy style and deep, resonant baritone breathe fresh life into each of these numbers. The title track's whistling intro and gentle, insistent beat help give an old tune slick pop appeal, and does so without sacrificing the wistful charm of earlier versions. It also provides just the right springboard to all that follows. The memorable hooks of "My Blue Heaven" and "Paper Dolls" engage you quickly with their good-natured jauntiness. "Prisoner of Love" and "Alone" portray, respectively, love's unyielding hold and love's plaintive yearning, and provide a pleasing contrast to the album's high-spirited tone.