Product Review

Three CD set. With their smooth harmonies, distinctive stylings and a strong penchant for telling bittersweet stories, vocal quintet The Manhattans have been captivating audiences for over four decades with their enviable canon of songs. This 3-Disc Shout! Factory collection titled Sweet Talking Soul: The Manhattans 1965-1990 marks the first time that the cream from all four of their original record labels has been compiled in one sweet place-in a set containing all of the group's charting hits.For the first time ever, all 45 charting hits available in one package.The Manhattans were inducted into the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in 1999, receiving the Pioneer Award for being one of the few groups able to make the transition from Doo-Wop-inflected soul to the lush Symphonic Soul of the '70s.