Sammy decided to do a show at about 4:00 AM in Las Vegas and sent out invitations to all his entertainer friends on the Strip. The crowd, therefore, is very responsive. Very hard driving, compelling arrangements and Buddy Rich's band is explosive. Sammy is absolutley fervent in his singing. He puts everything he's got into every number. You also get a feel for Sammy's demeanor in Rat Pack era with his "hep cat" banter at the start and end of the record. "Well, we're running out of wax, end tape, all that jazz..." etc. etc. This is straightforward showcasing of the serious singing talent this man had. No celebrity impressions or clowning for Frank and Dean on this recording. He plays second fiddle to no one in this performance. All eyes & ears are fixed on Sam and he WOWs the crowd. Sammy was at his best live and this is the best recording of him live. Too bad it's out of stock. Find it used. A must.