On this date in 1959, DREAM LOVER by BOBBY DARIN went to No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart (June 28th 1959). Written by Bobby Darin and recorded in March 1959, Darin developed the song by stretching out some chord changes he found on the piano and adding strings and voices. Produced by Ahmet Ertegun and Jerry Wexler, the song featured NEIL SEDAKA on piano and became a multi-million seller, reaching No.2 on the U.S. charts for a week and No.4 on the R&B charts. Neil Sedaka also played piano on the B-

Bobby Darin - Beyond The Sea (1959) Bobby Darin's rendition of "Beyond the Sea" in the 1950s stands as a classic in the music world, transforming the French song "La Mer" by Charles Trenet into a beloved English-language standard. Darin's version, released in 1959, infused the romantic original with a lively swing beat, appealing to both American and international audiences. Darin's smooth and expressive vocals, along with the orchestral arrangement, create an enchanting melody that paints a pic