Walden Robert Cassotto – Bobby Darin – was an American singer, actor, songwriter, and musician. Born: May 14, 1936 in Harlem, New York, USA. Died: December 20, 1973 in Los Angeles, California, USA He was married to Sandra Dee from 1960-1967.
As a highly intelligent student, Cassotto dropped out of college and changed his name in pursuit of his musical ambitions. During the late 1950s, his first well-known hit “Splish Splash” was released, quickly followed by “Dream Lover” and the unforgettable “Mack The Knife”. In 1960 he also began acting in movies and by the early 1970s he had his own television show. Sadly, as a result of multiple bouts with rheumatic fever during his childhood he was left with a damaged heart. This ultimately caught up with him, causing Darin to pass away at the age of 37 on December 20, 1973.
Grammy Awards for Best New Artist (1959) and Best New Album (“That’s All” 1959)
Inducted into Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 (Performer).
Inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1999.
This is a reissue of Bobby Darin’s first album (1958).
Tracklisting:
| A1 | Splish Splash |
| A2 | Just In Case You Change Your Mind |
| A3 | Pretty Betty |
| A4 | Talk To Me Something |
| A5 | Judy, Don’t Be Moody |
| A6 | (Since You’re Gone) I Can’t Go On |
| B1 | I Found A Million Dollar Baby (In A Five And Ten Cent Store) |
| B2 | Wear My Ring |
| B3 | So Mean |
| B4 | Don’t Call My Name |
| B5 | Brand New House |
| B6 | Actions Speak Louder Than Words |
