2008 release featuring collectors' pieces and original versions from the deep catalogue of one of the 20th century's greatest pop tunesmiths. It features a œ400.00 Northern rarity (Dean Barlow)  and contains Burt's first recorded composition (Nat "King" Cole, 1952). The vocalists on the Burt & the Backbeats track are sisters Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick - from before they launched their solo careers. While most of the songs feature lyrics by Hal David, the CD contains rare examples of songs written by Burt with other co-writers. 26 tracks. Ace.