5 Things to Know About the Two Releases of Something Cool

  1. Something Cool was first released as a 10-inch LP in August 1954 with seven selections.
  2. A 12-inch LP version followed in August 1955 with eleven selections, both on Capitol Records.
  3. The 12-inch version added four tracks not on the original 10-inch release.
  4. The 10-inch format was common in the early 1950s but quickly gave way to the 12-inch LP.
  5. Collectors often prefer the 12-inch version for its expanded tracklist and better sound quality.