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 £400.00 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.