There's Our Song Again - The Chantels

The second End Records album by the Chantels, released after they'd switched labels, was assembled mostly from existing singles. It's a more sophisticated record, reflecting the fact that its songs date from 1959-1961 rather than 1957-1959. The actual personnel singing on much of this record, however, is a matter of conjecture (apart from a pair of songs that unquestionably feature Arlene Smith), but the appeal of the music is a given. "Never Let Go" is the catchiest song here, a bouncy and memorable tune wrapped around a lovely and spirited performance, but everything here is accessible. If there is a flaw other than the disjointed personnel, which leaves a somewhat confusing array of singers and sounds to sort through, it's that the recordings themselves are softening somewhat, and moving toward sophisticated pop ("C'est Si Bon") rather than sticking with pure R&B or early rock & roll. ~ Bruce Eder, All Music Guide