"Yes, some people were born out of time and the delightful Greg Poppleton is one of them.

Devoted to swing, jazz and dance music from the 1920s to 1960s, his radio show, The Phantom Dancer, has been keeping the dream alive for decades now.

But passion isn't all that Poppleton has going for him.

He is both a snappy dresser and, more importantly, a talented vocalist.

The CD presents 14 classics from a bygone era, faithfully represented by Poppleton's dulcet tones and a very good band. Not quite in the league of Tommy Dorsey or Artie Shaw, but then there aren't many Beatles left playing, either.

The liner notes include an invaluable historical rundown on each track.

Transport yourself to a time when all music was played on phonographic devices emblazoned with that little dog and his loudspeaker - the trust His Masters Voice."

Rating: 3.5 stars out of 4

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Reviewed by: Chris Peken