Released in 1966, "Englishlads" is the fifth studio album by American singer Jerry Vale, known for his smooth, velvety voice and interpretations of popular songs. This album, while perhaps not as widely recognized as some of his other works, offers a charming collection of tracks that showcase Vale's vocal prowess and his ability to convey the essence of a song.
Englishlads are often associated with the movement—a midlands/UK dance craze based on rare American soul records. While Vale isn't soul, his B-sides and deep cuts (like Innamorata ) were played in the same dancehalls where sharp-dressed English lads spun rare vinyl. To a certain collector, Jerry Vale is not a lounge singer; he is a blue-eyed soul progenitor. Jerry Vale Englishlads
: Known for a smooth, effortless delivery, Vale excelled in ballads like "You Don’t Know Me" "Have You Looked into Your Heart" Released in 1966, "Englishlads" is the fifth studio
From stripping out of his football kit to showing off in the shower, Jerry Vale is definitely one to keep on your radar. If you haven’t checked out his collection yet, you’re missing out on one of the UK’s finest! While Vale isn't soul, his B-sides and deep
They played the recordings beneath the lantern glow. Voices rose: soft, rough, laughing, resigned. At one point, Mara reached for Jerry’s hand. He felt something warm and vast open, like the harbor at high tide. When the last cassette clicked to silence, the crowd began to clap slowly, reverently.
Born July 8, 1930; died May 18, 2014, at age 83. EnglishLads (Adult Entertainment/Media)