Burl Ives was first a singer of folk songs, but also a major star of Broadway, Hollywood, Radio, Television, and the Concert Stage. Throughout a lifetime, he released a vast number of highly-collectible single records and album collections. Jasmine Records is pleased to issue this latest collection following three dynamic Burl Ives' sets. SONGS OF THE WEST AND ADDITIONAL GOLD NUGGETS includes three full-length albums from the '50s and '60s: "Songs of the West," "Songs of Joy / Sunshine in My Soul," and "Down to the Sea in Ships," in pristine fidelity. Also featured are more than 25 singles, many debuting on CD. Burl Ives' distinct voice is enhanced with some of the best arrangements that feature brilliant conductors Gordon Jenkins, Owen Bradley, and Tony Mottola as well as the backing of the rich voices of The Anita Kerr Singers, The Ralph Hunter Singers, and The Ray Charles Singers