1966 Matt Monro - Born Free (John Barry conducting)
Details
| Title | 1966 Matt Monro - Born Free (John Barry conducting) |
| Author | The45Prof |
| Duration | 2:46 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=zySh26YT7TY |
Description
The Oscar-winning title song from John Barry’s Oscar-winning movie score (Matt also was heard performed it over the film credits). This commercial release was recorded February 20, 1966, some 15 weeks before Roger Williams waxed his popular version.
Pop Chart Peaks: Billboard 126, Cash Box 132, Music Vendor 142 Easy Listening #35
CD audio, original U.S. 45rpm issue on Capitol 5623 - Born Free (Barry-Black) by Matt Monro, conducted by John Barry
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