One of my most prized – and oldest – possessions is my Smurf record. I don’t remember when, where or how I got it, but I do remember it’s been a favorite of mine for years. I’ve been listening to this record for nearly 40 years.

I bought a little red turntable about four years ago, but haven’t used it in at least a year or two. I have a very small record collection, but do like to pull it out when hubby isn’t here and blast my vinyl. I thought today would be the perfect day for a walk down memory lane with my oldest friends, the Smurfs.

“The Smurfs All Star Show” kept me company so many days throughout my growing years. I hadn’t listened to this album in at least a decade so wondered how much of it I would remember. It was just like riding a bicycle. The upbeat campy tunes came right back to me like old nursery rhymes. As I listened to the album in my latest iteration I realized how each song reminded me of some of the greats out there, either the vocals or arrangements or both. One song sounded just like an Abba song, another one could have been by the Beatles, yet another one could have been written and sung by today’s Vampire Weekend. It was amazing how the Smurfs pulled their influences from different genres and groups.

I’m not sure if there are digital copies of the record anywhere considering it was released in 1981, but if you can find it check it out. My favorite song is “Catch Me,” a fast-paced, catchy tune that will make you dance around the kitchen while you cook your favorite meal. If you can’t find it online and want to listen just let me know…you can come over and we can Smurf it together!