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Includes 8 page insert. An internet blogger recently exclaimed ‘Fans of the kind of in-your-face pop created by those such as the Four Seasons and Lou Christie will go ape for the stomping screechfest that is the Newbeats, Nashville’s finest falsetto merchants. Those with a taste for white quasi-Motown won’t go far wrong either.’ Listen to this superb 2 disc compilation and it’s hard to disagree! Including tracks "Everything's Aright", "Run, Baby, Run" and "Bread And Butter". 2 CD set - 40 tracks. Limited quantity.
20 years of records, demos and songs giving you the complete history of this Queens, New York group - 1959-1999. 28 tracks.
The Nutmegs perform 'Story Untold' along with 17 other great tracks. 18 tracks on Relic label.
From the Olympics, from 1958 to 1961, all the singles - both A 7 B sides! With bonus tracks! 32 tracks.
'Angel Baby' by Rosie & the Originals is one of those oldies around which an entire legend has been built. Compiled for the first time on CD, this is the very best of Rosie & the Originals. 23 tracks.
Sonny Til & The Orioles were a pioneering doo wop group and this is the first ever compilation to feature the recordings from all the labels they recorded for in one package! Across the generous 57 tracks are all their charted records, including: ‘It’s Too Soon To Know’; ‘Forgive and Forget’; ‘Tell Me So’ and one of Elvis’ favourite records ‘Crying in the Chapel’. The final twelve tracks of disc 2 is the group’s rare 1962 comeback album in true stereo. 2 CD Set; 57 tracks.
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| THE ORIOLES - FOR COLLECTORS ONLY Three CD's (total of 60 tracks) of the fabulous Orioles - contains the original Jubilee recordings. Includes hits such as 'I Cover the Waterfront', 'In the Chapel in the Moonlight' plus 58 more! |
The Orlons epitomised the 60s "Girl Group Sound" and are usually categorised and celebrated thus, though comprised of three girls and a guy. This compilation anthologises all their releases during 1961-62 and features their first three hit 45s, 'I'll Be True', 'The Wah-Watusi' and 'Don't Hang Up', plus their first two LPs, The Wah-Watusi and All The Hits By The Orlons. Also included are a couple of million-selling Dee Dee Sharp 45s on which they sang back-up vocals, 'Mashed Potato Time' and 'Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes)'. 32 tracks.
From the Orlons - 60 great cuts with 57 being stereo debuts! 2 Disc set = 60 tracks.
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ORLONS - DOWN MEMORY LANE
| Remember the 'Wah Watusi', 'Don't Hang Up', 'Dedicated To The One I Love' - these are all included plus many more in this Orlons cd. 29 tracks. ORLONS - ALL THEIR HITS AND MORE! All their hits and more - features all the original hit versions of the songs you remember so well - 'South Street', 'Don't Hang Up'. 'The Wah-Watusi' and many others. 32 tracks. ORLONS - The Wah-Watusi/South Street A great combination - both The Wah-Watusi and South Street LPs by the fabulous Orlons on 1 CD. 24 tracks. |
The Ovations high school reunion - includes 13 bonus cuts; 8 previously unreleased with some acappella tracks! 28 tracks.
From 1958 to 1982, is the time period of this Ovations CD which features Richard Kelly. Some acappella tracks and some previously unreleased tracks are also included. 26 tracks.
All their hits - all original versions! Includes 'Florence', 'Begin the Beguine', 'Diamonds and Pearls' and more! 27 tracks.
This is the album that was at every party you ever went to! Now on CD with excellent sound quality - hear it like it was the first time! Includes the ever popular 'Florence' by the Paragons and 'The Wind' by the 'Jesters'. A great CD to start your collection or a definite 'must have' to complete it!
One of the best vocal groups to emerge from New York City in the late fifties - Brooklyn's own Passions - 16 tracks including 'Just to be With You' and 'I Only Want You'. Contains 1 alternate take and 2 outtakes.
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PAUL AND PAULA - HEY PAULA!
The handsome duo of Paul and Paula featuring their hit single 'Hey Paula' plus 30 more tracks. 31 tracks. PAUL & PAULA - HOLIDAY FOR TEENS The duo of Paul & Paula celebrate a holiday for teens with your favorite holiday tunes. 12 tracks. |
Onyx record label recording artists - the Pearls! 22 tracks you will remember!
Listen to the cool sounds of West Coast doo wop by the Penguins from 1954 to 1960. 2 CD set - 40 tracks.
PENGUINS - EARTH ANGEL THE MERCURY SIDES
'Earth Angel' by the Penguins is a very well known song. The songs on this CD are all from the Mercury Label. 23 tracks.
PENGUINS - EARTH ANGEL
'Earth Angel' the number 1 R&B record of all times; in addition to appearing on radio chart toppers, it regularly appears on television and movies. Includes many other Penguins greats! 21 tracks.
The Pixies Three; from the beginnng. Many tracks on CD for the first time! Includes alternative versions and unreleased demos. 30 tracks.
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PLATTERS - The Very Best of
| The very best of the Platters in a 2 CD set with 30 great tracks! 30 tracks. PLATTERS - THE COMPLETE FEDERAL RECORDINGS The complete early recordings of R&B's most eminent vocal group - including their sessions with Linda Hayes - and featuring the original cut of their "career" song, 'Only You'. 24 tracks. PLATTERS - Sing the Standards The Platters sing the standards - all of your favorites! 20 tracks. PLATTERS Enjoy the Platters sing their most memorable tunes. |
In the 1950s, when R&B vocal groups were a major commercial genre, there was no group as successful as The Platters. This 2CD set features five original LPs all in stereo: 'Remember When', 'Reflections', 'Life Is Just A Bowl Of Cherries', 'Encore of Broadway Golden Hits' and 'Song For The Lonely'. 12 charting hits including "Red Sails In The Sunset", "If I Didn't Care", "Remember When" and "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". Fully detailed liner notes covering their career. 60 tracks.
All American hit machine The Platters are perhaps most well known for ‘Only You’, a song which famously and harmoniously accompanied Ron Howard in the 60s classic American Graffiti. There is, however, much more to the group, particularly as the aforementioned song had already been around for ten years. So explore and enjoy 3 discs of incredible music from a band whose influence on American culture cannot be overstated. 3 CD set - 60 tracks.
Ray Pollard and the Wanderers.....32 great tracks which include live bonus tracks! 32 tracks.
The Poni-Tails, a fabulous girl group. You'll remember 'Born Too Late', 'Seven Minutes In Heaven', 'Early To Bed' and many others. 24 tracks.
The early years of Ronnie Dio and the Prophets - 28 tracks includes 4 previous unreleased tracks. 28 tracks.
Bill Robinson and the Quails meet the ALaddins on one terrific CD! Includes 'Lonely Star', 'Dancing Shoes', 'Do I Love You' and many others.
Imagine that! The Quotations perform a variety of songs for your listening pleasure! 27 tracks.
The Quotations for 'Imagination' fame share 40 years of friendship and doo wop! This CD includes 8 original track recordings - the original group!! 21 tracks.
The Rainbows perform all their top tunes, including 'Mary Lee'. 23 tracks.
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RANDY & THE RAINBOWS - BETTER THAN EVER
| Randy & the Rainbows - New York's Sound - Hits & Lost Masters. Contains 'Denise', 'Come Back' and many more. Total of 30 tracks, includes 3 demos! RANDY and the RAINBOWS / MYSTICS From the original Ambient Sound sessions, this CD combines Randy & the Rainbows and the Mystics. 24 tracks. |
Features 55 tracks and includes the hits: ‘Write Me a Letter’; ‘Send for Me If You Need Me’; ‘Ricky’s Blues’ and ‘I Don’t Have to Ride No More’. Plus ‘Out in the Cold Again’ and ‘Hey Good Lookin’’ recorded with Dinah Washington. With fully detailed liner notes, this is the most comprehensive collection of the group’s recordings ever released on CD! 2 CD Set; 55 tracks.
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| RAVENS - The Years 1951-54 Rock all night long with the Ravens featuring Jimmy Ricks and Joe Van Loan. 27 tracks. RAVENS - EARLY YEARS - VOLUME 1 The Ravens early years (1946-1950) - features 22 clasiic pop/R&B harmony tracks. |
The complete Rays single stereo collection; 28 cuts; and 25 are stereo debuts! 28 tracks. With sound clips!
Silhouettes by the Rays - and many other of your favorites! 27 tracks.
Original recordings of the Reflections - the complete recordings 1963 to 1966. Includes many favorites and hits like 'Romeo & Juliet'. 31 tracks.
They started out as the Regents and in later years resurfaced as the Runarounds. 32 tracks.
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REPARATA & DELRONS - MAGICAL MUSICAL HISTORY TOUR
| Reparata & the Delrons magical musical history tour! Includes all your favorites plus 3 previoulsy unreleased tracks. A must for any fan! 29 tracks. REPARATA & THE DELRONS - ROCK & ROLL REVOLUTION Reparata and the Delrons showcase their rock & roll revolution. Includes 'Whenever A Teenager Cries', 'He's My Guy' and many others. 30 tracks. REPARATA & THE DELRONS - WHENEVER A TEENAGER CRIES High energy girl group (still performing - a great act!) best remembered for 'Whenever A Teenager Cries' & 'Tommy'. These hits are included amongst the 18 tracks! |
Thirty tracks by the Re-Vels; includes 'Midnight Stroll', 'Please', 'She Calls Me Baby', 'Gates of Heaven' and many others. 30 tracks.
28 stereo cuts ....15 are stereo debuts...from Bill Deal & the Rhondels! 28 tracks.
'Masters of Music' by way of Philly! Includes 'Flame of Love', 'Let It Please Be You', 8 previously unreleased versions & more! 30 tracks.
Ricky and the Hallmarks.....whoever they are! 85% never before on CD! 14 previously unreleased sides.....worth a look! 29 tracks.
Hey little cobra - we got 18 great tracks! 18 tracks.
The Rivieras eight Coed singles (1958-61) feature a confident, polished vocal group backed by sometimes fancy strings or big band arrangements not usually found on doo-wop records. Includes 18 tracks, 2 unreleased versions.
This compact encompasses all the recordings of two great groups - The Rivileers & the Fidelitys! 26 tracks.
Twenty-seven tracks by the all-time favorite group - Norman Fox and the Rob-Roys! 27 tracks.
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ROB ROYS MEET THE FASCINATORS
| Two great groups - the Rob Roys and Fascinators - on one great CD. Includes favorites from each! 21 tracks. ROB ROYS MEET THE QUINTONES This compact disc brings together the complete recording output of two obscure late 50's vocal groups - The Rob Roys & The Quintones. Includes some acappella tracks and some demo tracks. Great CD! 26 tracks. |
The very best of Robert & Johnny - 25 rarities from the vaults of Old Town Records - includes all your favorites! 25 tracks.
Originally discovered and produced by Johnny Otis, The Robins were one of the first and certainly most influential of the teen orientated vocal groups to emerge from Los Angeles. Contains all of their chart hits and notable recordings from 1949-1961! 2 disc set - 58 tracks.
You're not dreamin' - the Robins on RCA, Crown and Spark label are here! 28 tracks.
The ultimate Ronettes collection! 28 tracks.
ROOMATES - COMPLETE ORIGINAL RECORDINGS - Also featuring Cathy Jean
32 great original recorded songs by the Roomates - includes "Glory of Love", "Please Love Me Forever" and many more for your listening pleasure!
The unique sound of Rosie & the Originals continues to delight in this second volume of rare original singles & more recent recordings in the old style. 23 tracks.
RARE TEXAS VOCAL GROUPS Volume 1 - The ROYAL JESTERS meet the LYRICS
Two premier groups from the great state of Texas - The Royal Jesters and the Lyrics. Enjoy 16 tracks by the Royal Jestres and 12 tracks by the Lyrics. 28 tracks.
The complete works of the Royal Jesters featuring Willie Jones. Includes all your favorites! 28 tracks
The Royals were a top-drawer doo wop group spotlighting the serene lead of Charles Sutton, but with the arrival of a young Hank Ballard they were transformed, almost overnight, into the hit R&B act known as the Midnighters. From the King/Federal tape vaults, here is the best-ever collection from the pioneering Royals, inclusing an out-take of the famous 'Work With Me Annie'. 24 tracks.
Let's rock with the Royal Teens - all original hit recordings featuring Joe Villa and Bob Gaudio. 32 tracks.
RUBY & ROMANTICS - VERY BEST OF
Presenting the highlights of their career for the Kapp label, 1963-1966 on a comprehensive double CD collection. Includes the big No. 1 'Our Day Will Come', the original version of classic songs 'Hey There Lonely Girl', 'When You're Young and In Love', plus their other Pop and R&B chart picks. 42 tracks.
RUBY & ROMANTICS - ULTIMATE COLLECTION
Presenting the highlights of their career on this 'ultimate collection'. Includes 'Our Day Will Come', 'Hey There Lonely Boy', 'When You're Young and In Love', plus many other chart picks. 30 tracks.
This ACE Limited Edition product features the groups complete Tamla and Motown recordings plus 11 previously unreleased sides from master tapes. This CD will not be in print for long and is sure to become a Collector’s item.
Jimmy Stephens and the Safaris - what a great team. This CD includes 21 tracks that are on CD for the 1st time....14 previously unreleased tracks too! 25 tracks.
25 original recordings by the Safaris a.k.a. Enchanters, Suddens, Four-Evers & Dories. 25 tracks.
26 original recordings by the Safaris FIRST TIME IN STEREO! With sound clips. 26 tracks.
This will bring back lots of memories - Sam the Sham and the Paraohs.
Known for the great instrumental 'Sleepwalk', Santo and Johnny give their spin on many other tunes! 31 tracks.
Yep....Sly Stone spent quite some time perfecting his doo wop history - with the Biscaynes, Viscaynes, Stewart Brothers to name a few. 19 tracks.
It's back to doo wop school for the Schoolboys and the Students. Includes 'I'm So Young', 'My Vow To You', 'Please Say You Want Me' and many others. 19 tracks.
The Sensations are a 'sensation'. Features all the tracks you remember & more! 28 tracks.
Someday we'll meet again, and until then you can listen to the Serenaders fabulous CD! 27 tracks.
Sit back and be serenaded by the Serenaders. Includes 6 previously unreleased tracks. With sound clips!! 24 tracks.
SHELLS - GOLDEN CLASSICS
Eighteen tracks performed by the Shells. Includes 'Baby Oh Baby', 'On My Honor', 'Sipping Soda' and more!
This New York City R&B vocal trio scored their biggest hit in 1961 with “Daddy’s Home”, an answer song to the Heartbeat’s “A Thousand Miles Away”. Regulars on the pop and R&B charts in the early ‘60s, the group remains a favorite today on oldies stations. This two-CD set brings together thirty-nine of their original favorites including “Ready For Our Love”, “Our Anniversary”, and “Three Steps From The Altar”. 2 cd set with 44 tracks!
The best of the Sheppards 1959-1969. Chicago's Sheppards were both the last of that city's great 50s vocal groups and the first of its' great 60s ones. From the revelation of Doo-Wop to the genesis of soul, here are 25 tracks which demonstrate street corner harmony at its most exceptional and effective...
Remember the dance, the Popeye - well it was done by the Sherrys. Pop Pop Pop-pie and more great tracks - some hidden treasures released for the first time! 26 tracks.
The Shirelles were probably the most successful girl group of the fifties and sixties. This package contains the A and B sides of all of the singles released by The Shirelles between 1958 and 1962. Liner Notes tell the story of their rise to fame from high school to the top of the Billboard charts. Over seventy minutes of glorious girl group music. 32 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Foolish Little Girl
| Originally released in 1963 as Scepter LP #511, all these original recordings are now on CD for your enjoyment and ease! 12 tracks. SHIRELLES - Sing to Trumpets and Strings Originally released in 1961 as Scepter LP #502, all these original recordings are now on CD for your enjoyment and ease! 12 tracks. SHIRELLES - The Best of The best of the Shirelles include all of your favorites and then some. 25 tracks. SHIRELLES - Tonight's the Night/Sing to Trumpets and Strings The first two albums from the Brill building era's golden gals, remastered from the original production masters and sounding better than ever. 27 tracks. SHIRELLES - Baby It's You/Shirelles & King Curtis Give A Twist Party The third and fourth albums from this cornerstone girl group - and their guest, King Curtis - plus three bonus titles, including the rare Valli 45 that features this unknown singing over the Shirelles' vocal. 26 tracks. SHIRELLES - Foolish Little Girl/It's A Mad Mad Mad Mad World The Shirelles' fifth aand six Scepter albums featured five Hot 100 hits and songs from some of soul music's greatest composers, including Van McCoy, Sam Cooke and Ed Townsend. 23 tracks. SHIRELLES - Swing the Most/Hear & Now From the era’s top girl group, two rare 1964 albums (Swing the Most and Hear & Now), each containing exclusive cuts. 23 tracks. SHIRELLES - Sing The Golden Oldies/Spontaneous Combustion Spontaneous Combustion and the long awaited Golden Oldies LPs are featured here. These are the final 2 Scepter albums in the series. 26 tracks in all including 2 bonus tracks. |
The complete singles collection volume #1 from the Shirelles; 63 cuts - 39 stereo debuts. All first time in 100% stereo. 2 CD set - 63 tracks.
The complete singles collection volume #1 from the Shirelles; 63 cuts - 33 stereo debuts. All first time in 100% stereo. 2 CD set - 63 tracks.
SHIRLEY & LEE - THE LEGENDARY MASTER SERIES
Nineteen tracks now available from the Legendary Master Series. Includes 'Sweethearts', 'I'm Gone', 'Lee's Dream' and many more!
The golden decade of Shirley & Lee - 1952 to 1962....the complete singles - A and B sides. 2 CD set - 62 tracks.
The Showmen - includes 'It Will Stand', 'Strange Girl' and many other. Incldes demos & outtakes. 26 tracks.
'The complete package' of the Silhouettes. Includes 'Get A Job', 'I Wanna Know', 'I Am Lonely', 'Miss Thing' and many others. 30 tracks.
Although most people recognize the name Simon & Garfunkel, they also were known as Tom & Jerry, Tico & the Triumphs, Jerry Landis and True Taylor. 27 tracks.
A definitive CD from the originators of the Doo-wop classic 'A Casual Look'. Premiers the complete catalogue of Trudy Wiliams and the Six Teens on Flip records. 25 tracks.
The very best of Skip & Flip of 'It Was I' fame. Includes 'It Was I', 'Cherry Pie' and 13 other tracks - 6 stereo.
Stereo singles from the popular Skyliners! 63 tracks with 50 stereo debuts! 2 CD set = 63 tracks tracks.
The Skyliners were a five-piece vocal harmony group from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that broke the mould as far as the doo-wop sound was concerned. This 26 track collection chronicles The Skyliners singles released on the Calico label, added to which are the songs that appeared on their first LP and subsequent releases on the Colpix, Cameo and Viscount labels. The collection also includes detailed notes tracing The Skyliners' career through the group's best years, 1958 to 1962. 26 tracks.
Two great Skyliners LPs on one even better CD - Once Upon A Time and Skyliners! 19 tracks.
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SKYLINERS - 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION - 2 CD SET
| 40 Original Classics by the group of all groups - The Skyliners. Includes all your favorites 'Since I Don't Have You', 'This I Swear', 'Zing Went the Strings' and many more! 5 outtakes. 2 CD Set! SKYLINERS - GREATEST HITS One of rock & roll's greatest groups. Combining strings with R&R was an innovation first credited to the Skyliners. All original hit recordings. 20 tracks. SKYLINERS - PRE-FLIGHT & BEYOND Best remembered for 'Since I Don't Have You' and 'This I Swear', the Skyliners are everyone's favorites. Includes four 'live' tracks & 'Since I Don't Have You' acappella style. 30 tracks. SKYLINERS, JIMMY BEAUMONT & - One More Mountain Original recordings by Jimmy Beaumont & the Skyliners! Includes all your top favotites! 10 tracks. |
Yellow Moon: The Complete Recordings 1961-1962 is truly the last word on Sly Stone's very first phase. The package comes with an extensive liner notes, with much heretofore unpublished information and fresh interview material from the group and associates, as well as commentary from Sly himself. 19 tracks.
The best of the Solitaires includes all your favorite tracks. 2 CD set - 40 tracks.
The Solitaires are 'still walking along' providing great tunes for your enjoyment. 24 tracks.
25 rarities from the vaults of Old Town Records. Includes "Walking Along', 'Girl of Mine' & many others. 25 tracks.
Anthony & The Sophomores - 30 tracks with 6 previously unreleased, 2 demos, and 2 alternate versions - great for fans. 30 tracks.
50 years of classic group harmony music by James 'Pookie' Hudson and his Spaniel groups. 24 tracks.
This is the most complete Spaniels package yet! For the first time their complete A and B sides of all their Vee-Jay Singles plus both of their original album releases are all featured on this great 2CD set. Includes the classics: ‘Baby It’s You’ and ‘Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight’ as featured on numerous TV commercials and in movies. Fully detailed liner notes cover the entire career of this fantastic group. 2 disc set - 53 tracks.
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SPANIELS - 1953-1957
| Heralding the Spaniels from 1953 to 1957. Includes 'The Bells Ring Out', 'A Lovely Way To Spend An Evening' and others. 25 tracks. SPANIELS - 1957-1960 Heralding the Spaniels from 1957 to 1960. Includes 'Stormy Weather', 'Heart & Soul' and others. 26 tracks. |
Remember 'Black Slacks' or 'Penny Loafers & Bobby Socks' - not the clothing BUT the songs?!?!?! Now enjoy them once again on this Sparkletones CD. Total 24 tracks.
SPIDERS - Best of
From the Spiders = the best of! Includes your favorites....'I Didn't Want To Do It' plus many others. 32 tracks
25 original soul classics from the Spinners early years, with Harvey, the Five Quails and the Challengers. 25 tracks.
A dream come true for 6 teens to be discovered and then recorded on local labels....that's the Squires story. 32 tracks.
This CD features the Starlighters and the early singles by Van McCoy. 15 tracks
Everyone knows the 'Peppermint Twist' but Joey Dee and the Starliters recorded a whole lot more good stuff...take a listen! 25 tracks.
The Statens perform your favorites - 'Summertime', 'Where Was I', 'Honest I Do' and many others. 30 tracks.
Sunny and the Sunglows talk to you and me with this great CD. Features 'Talk To Me', 'Rags to Riches' and many more. 23 tracks.
25 tracks by the Swallows! Includes 'Will You Be Mine', 'Dearest' and so many others!
From Barry & the Tamerlanes and Barry Devorzon - 33 cuts; and 21 are stereo debuts! 33 tracks. With sound clips!
Barry DeVorzon & the Tamerlanes include their hit 'I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight?' on this CD. In addition to the hits, some rarities in Tamerlane style are included. 32 tracks.
Phil Spector, member of the Teddy Bears.... building the wall of sound. 23 tracks.
The Teddy Bears sing!!! 'To Know Him Is To Love Him', 'Wonderful, Lovable You', 'Don't Go Away' and many others. 18 tracks.
Featuring Timothy Wilson of Tiny Tim & the HIts, here are 13 tracks from the Legendary Teenagers plus photos never before seen! With sound clips!! 13 tracks.
Don't know why fools fall in love, but we know you'll fall in love with this great CD. 32 tracks.
The greatest recordings of Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers - all in one place - on a two CD set! 2 CD set 57 tracks.
The Teenchords perform 14 great songs - all featuring Lewis Lymon, brother of the legendary Frankie Lymon. 14 tracks.
Often called The Emperors of Soul, the Temptations, had a long career way back getting international success. Find everything about the r&b, doo wop and gospel roots of Motown's number one vocal group in this great package. The early sides recorded by David Ruffin, Eddie Kendricks, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin and Otis Williams, they are all here as well as the Temptations early sides as group. A killer package you can't miss. 25 tracks.
Taken from the original master tapes, the best of the early 1950s sides by the definitive cocktail blues combo, and their featured vocalists Frankie Ervin and Mari Jones. All tracks new to CD, six previously unissued. 25 tracks.
The Three Chuckles featuring Teddy Randazzo in 24 great tracks! 24 tracks.
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TOKENS - GOLDEN MOMENTS OF OUR PAST
| The Tokens are presented on this two CD set. Features 16 previoulsy unreleased songs and second disc has 68 commercials written, produced & sung by the Tokens. 24 tracks on CD#1. TOKENS - TONIGHT I FELL IN LOVE WITH Fall in love with the Tokens again! 29 tracks includes 10 previously unreleased tracks. TOKENS - The Lion Sleeps Tonight The Tokens - 32 hits which, of course, include 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. 32 tracks. TOKENS - Wheels and More Hot Rod Rarities Hot rod rarities from the Tokens includes 'Little Deuce Coupe', 'Two Cars', '409' and many more! 32 tracks. TOKENS - Lion Sleeps Tonight/Again The Tokens - 32 hits which, of course, include 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. 32 tracks. |
Roger & the Travelers, with the Premiers and the Frontiers, are travleing thru time....join them! 30 tracks.
They began their career as the Four Frantics and eventually became the Tren-Dells with songs on the local charts. The Tren-Dells performed as a group until 1983. 24 tracks.
The greatest hits of the Tune Weavers - includes some acappella, a few piano demos and so much more! With sound clips. 25 tracks.
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TUNE WEAVERS MEET THE BLENDS
| Two great groups are featured on one great cd - the Tune Weavers and the Blends! 23 tracks. TUNE WEAVERS - HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY Tune Weavers has you remember them. Includes 'Happy Birthday Baby', 'I'm Cold', 'I've Tried' and others. 14 tracks. |
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TURBANS - THESE GOLDEN RINGS
| 'These Golden Rings' is the feature song - but this CD includes 22 other tracks by the Turbans too! 23 tracks. TURBANS - WHEN YOU DANCE Contain all 6 Herald label singles and 4 of the 6 unreleased Herald songs, long thought lost forever! |
One CD - 30 cuts - 25 stereo debuts by the Tymes...stereo singles plus some bonus cuts! 30 tracks.
A Tymes two disc set that contains 4 LPS - Trustmaker; Tymes Up; Turning Point and DIggin' Their Roots! 2 CD set = 35 tracks.
The Untouchables, as heard on the Madison label, perform 28 tracks. Includes title track 'Good Night Sweetheart Good Night', 'Lovely Dee' and many others. 28 tracks.
Richard Barrett became one of the most important African American, record producers and songwriters in R&B during the mid-1950s. He is best known today for turning The Three Degrees into an international superstar act during the 1970s. He began his career though as a singer with the influential doo-wop group The Valentines and this first ever compilation of his recording career begins with that group and continues with various solo recordings culminating in his most famous recording, 'Some Other Guy' which he co-wrote with producers Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller. This is the most comprehensive overview of his solo career ever released and includes some ultra-rare 45s plus hits like 'Summer's Love' with The Chantels. 31 tracks.
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VALENTINES - The Complete featuring Richard Barrett
| The complete Valentines, featuring Richard Barrett, includes the records, the unreleased masters, tracks from the sessions and 2 'live' recordings. 27 tracks. VALENTINES - THE BEST OF Selected tracks from the Valentines - include 'Lily Maebelle', 'I'll Never Let You Go', 'If You Love Me, Pretty Baby' and 12 more! |
The Valentinos 'do it right' as they always have! 22 tracks.
The Valiants, of California perform great tracks - includes 'This Is the Nite', 'Everyword of this Song' and many more. 28 tracks.
Joe Van Loan possessed an awesome falsetto tenor voice that enhanced the recordings of many great doo wop vocal groups of the 1950s. Best known for his tenure with The Ravens, who he eventually led for some years. He also sung with The Dixieaires, The Bells and The Ink Spots. Also featured on this interesting collection are several of his solo recordings. Several of these tracks are highly collectable and are making their debut on CD. Includes fully detailed liner notes. 28 tracks.
20 great tracks by the Onyx record label recording artists - the Velours! Includes 'Can I Come Over Tonight?', 'Can I Walk You Home' and others!
18 classics from the Velvets Monument Vaults. 18 tracks.
Great guitar legends - the Ventures entertain you with their exceptional guitar skills. 20 tracks.
This is the story so far...The Jayhawks became the Vibrations. This set A & B sides of the many record labels they recorded for, as well as variations of groups they sang with. 2 CD set = 53 tracks.
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VIBRATIONS - DOO-WOP DELIGHTS
| Doo Wop Delights by the Vibrations include all of your favorites: 'All My Love Belongs To You', 'The Watusi', 'Don't Say Goodbye' and many others! Total 31 tracks. |
Peter Anders & Cincent Poncia Jr were the creatorsof all three groups and wrote most of the songs. 2 LPs and 14 bonus cuts, many in stereo for the first time. 35 tracks.
Remember Bocky & the Visions - you will after enjoying these tracks! 33 tracks.
The Fabulons meet Connie McGill & the Visions, includes many of your favorites - 'Smoke From Your Cigarette', 'Connie', 'I'm In the Mood For Love', 'A Million To One', 'September in the Rain; and many others. 29 tracks.
Unchained melodies - Vito & the Salutations complete recordings - 32 original songs! 32 tracks.
2 great CDs from the Vogues with 53 cuts....17 stereo debuts! 2 CD set = 53 tracks.
Features the Volumes and encompass their career which spanned from 'doo-wop' to 'northern soul'. Includes 'I Love You', 'Angel', 'My Kind of Girl' and many others. 34 tracks.
30 tracks by the Wanderers - includes 'For Your Love', I'll Never Smile Again', 'Please' and more!
The secret's out that Beverly Warren is the kinda girl you can't forget. Her enduring career has teamed her with many groups as well as going solo. 31 tracks.
WRENS - THE BEST OF
A selection of Wrens tunes considered 'Best of'. Includes 'Come Back My Love', 'What Makes You Do The Things You Do', 'C'est La Vie' and many more!
The Young Tones, featured on this CD, in all of their variations thru the years - Marci/Mates, Marsi Trio, Hans Christian Anderson and more! 30 tracks.
ZODIACS & MAURICE WILLIAMS - STAY
This group appeared on the 'American Bandstand' Dick Clark show, Appollo and Paramount. 'Stay' was the #1 record throughout November & December of 1960. Contains 22 tracks.
What a great combination - Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs with the Gladiolas! 33 tracks.
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NEWBEATS - The Singles A's & B's
Includes 8 page insert. An internet blogger recently exclaimed ‘Fans of the kind of in-your-face pop created by those such as the Four Seasons and Lou Christie will go ape for the stomping screechfest that is the Newbeats, Nashville’s finest falsetto merchants. Those with a taste for white quasi-Motown won’t go far wrong either.’ Listen to this superb 2 disc compilation and it’s hard to disagree! Including tracks "Everything's Aright", "Run, Baby, Run" and "Bread And Butter". 2 CD set - 40 tracks. Limited quantity.
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NEWPORTS - EVERYBODY'S TEENAGE SWEETHEART
20 years of records, demos and songs giving you the complete history of this Queens, New York group - 1959-1999. 28 tracks.
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NINO & THE EBB TIDES - THOSE OLDIES BUT GOODIES
The premier New York group best remembered for 'Those Oldies But Goodies' hit. This CD is an anthology of the years 1957-1965. 33 tracks.
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NUTMEGS - Story Untold
The Nutmegs perform 'Story Untold' along with 17 other great tracks. 18 tracks on Relic label.
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OLYMPICS - Western Movies and Private Eyes
From the Olympics, from 1958 to 1961, all the singles - both A 7 B sides! With bonus tracks! 32 tracks.
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ORIOLES - Sonny Til & - Still Crying In the Chapel
Sonny Til & The Orioles were a pioneering doo wop group and this is the first ever compilation to feature the recordings from all the labels they recorded for in one package! Across the generous 57 tracks are all their charted records, including: ‘It’s Too Soon To Know’; ‘Forgive and Forget’; ‘Tell Me So’ and one of Elvis’ favourite records ‘Crying in the Chapel’. The final twelve tracks of disc 2 is the group’s rare 1962 comeback album in true stereo. 2 CD Set; 57 tracks.
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THE ORIOLES - FOR COLLECTORS ONLY
Three CD's (total of 60 tracks) of the fabulous Orioles - contains the original
Jubilee recordings. Includes hits such as 'I Cover the Waterfront', 'In the Chapel in the
Moonlight' plus 58 more!
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ORLONS - Stereo Singles Collection
From the Orlons - 60 great cuts with 57 being stereo debuts! 2 Disc set = 60 tracks.
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ORLONS - Don't Hang Up
The Orlons epitomised the 60s "Girl Group Sound" and are usually categorised and celebrated thus, though comprised of three girls and a guy. This compilation anthologises all their releases during 1961-62 and features their first three hit 45s, 'I'll Be True', 'The Wah-Watusi' and 'Don't Hang Up', plus their first two LPs, The Wah-Watusi and All The Hits By The Orlons. Also included are a couple of million-selling Dee Dee Sharp 45s on which they sang back-up vocals, 'Mashed Potato Time' and 'Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes)'. 32 tracks.
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ORLONS - The Wah-Watusi/South Street
A great combination - both The Wah-Watusi and South Street LPs by the fabulous Orlons on 1 CD. 24 tracks.
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ORLONS - DOWN MEMORY LANE
Remember the 'Wah Watusi', 'Don't Hang Up', 'Dedicated To The One I Love' -
these are all included plus many more in this Orlons cd. 29 tracks!
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ORLONS - ALL THEIR HITS AND MORE!
All their hits and more - features all the original hit versions of the songs you remember so well - 'South Street', 'Don't Hang Up'. 'The Wah-Watusi' and many others. 32 tracks.
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OVATIONS - featuring Richard Kelly
From 1958 to 1982, is the time period of this Ovations CD which features Richard Kelly. Some acappella tracks and some previously unreleased tracks are also included. 26 tracks.
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OVATIONS - HIGH SCHOOL REUNION
The Ovations high school reunion - includes 13 bonus cuts; 8 previously unreleased with some acappella tracks! 28 tracks.
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THE PARAGONS - BLUE VELVET
All their hits - all original versions! Includes 'Florence', 'Begin the Beguine', 'Diamonds and Pearls' and more! 27 tracks.
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PARAGONS MEET THE JESTERS
This is the album that was at every party you ever went to! Now on CD with excellent sound quality - hear it like it was the first time! Includes the ever popular 'Florence' by the Paragons and 'The Wind' by the 'Jesters'. A great CD to start your collection or a definite 'must have' to complete it!
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THE PASSIONS - JUST TO BE WITH YOU
One of the best vocal groups to emerge from New York City in the late fifties -
Brooklyn's own Passions - 16 tracks including 'Just to be With You' and 'I Only Want You'. Contains 1 alternate take and 2 outtakes.
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PAUL AND PAULA - HEY PAULA!
The handsome duo of Paul and Paula featuring their hit single 'Hey Paula' plus 30 more tracks. 31 tracks.
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PAUL & PAULA - HOLIDAY FOR TEENS
The duo of Paul & Paula celebrate a holiday for teens with your favorite holiday tunes. 12 tracks.
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PEARLS - HERE COME THE PEARLS
Onyx record label recording artists - the Pearls! 22 tracks you will remember!
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PENGUINS - Earth Angel
Listen to the cool sounds of West Coast doo wop by the Penguins from 1954 to 1960. 2 CD set - 40 tracks.
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PENGUINS - EARTH ANGEL THE MERCURY SIDES
'Earth Angel' by the Penguins is a very well known song. The songs on this CD are all from the Mercury Label. 23 tracks.
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PENGUINS - EARTH ANGEL
'Earth Angel' the number 1 R&B record of all times; in addition to appearing on radio chart toppers, it regularly appears on television and movies. Includes many other Penguins greats! 21 tracks.
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PIXIES THREE - OUR HISTORY
The Pixies Three; from the beginnng. Many tracks on CD for the first time! Includes alternative versions and unreleased demos. 30 tracks.
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PLATTERS - The Very Best of
The very best of the Platters in a 2 CD set with 30 great tracks! 30 tracks.
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PLATTERS - Sing the Standards
The Platters sing the standards - all of your favorites! 20 tracks.
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PLATTERS
Enjoy the Platters sing their most memorable tunes.
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PLATTERS - THE COMPLETE FEDERAL RECORDINGS
The complete early recordings of R&B's most eminent vocal group - including their sessions with Linda Hayes - and featuring the original cut of their "career" song, 'Only You'. 24 tracks.
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PLATTERS - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
In the 1950s, when R&B vocal groups were a major commercial genre, there was no group as successful as The Platters. This 2CD set features five original LPs all in stereo: 'Remember When', 'Reflections', 'Life Is Just A Bowl Of Cherries', 'Encore of Broadway Golden Hits' and 'Song For The Lonely'. 12 charting hits including "Red Sails In The Sunset", "If I Didn't Care", "Remember When" and "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes". Fully detailed liner notes covering their career. 60 tracks.
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PLATTERS - The Ultimate Collection
All American hit machine The Platters are perhaps most well known for ‘Only You’, a song which famously and harmoniously accompanied Ron Howard in the 60s classic American Graffiti. There is, however, much more to the group, particularly as the aforementioned song had already been around for ten years. So explore and enjoy 3 discs of incredible music from a band whose influence on American culture cannot be overstated. 3 CD set - 60 tracks.
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RAY POLLARD & the WANDERERS - Vol 2
Ray Pollard and the Wanderers.....32 great tracks which include live bonus tracks! 32 tracks.
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PONI-TAILS - BORN TOO LATE
The Poni-Tails, a fabulous girl group. You'll remember 'Born Too Late', 'Seven Minutes In Heaven', 'Early To Bed' and many others. 24 tracks.
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PROPHETS, Ronnie Dio & - The Early Years
The early years of Ronnie Dio and the Prophets - 28 tracks includes 4 previous unreleased tracks. 28 tracks.
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Bill Robinson & the QUAILS Meet the ALADDINS
Bill Robinson and the Quails meet the ALaddins on one terrific CD! Includes 'Lonely Star', 'Dancing Shoes', 'Do I Love You' and many others.
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QUOTATIONS - Imagine That
Imagine that! The Quotations perform a variety of songs for your listening pleasure! 27 tracks.
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QUOTATIONS - 40 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP & DOO WOP
The Quotations for 'Imagination' fame share 40 years of friendship and doo wop! This CD includes 8 original track recordings - the original group!! 21 tracks.
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RAINBOWS - Mary Lee
The Rainbows perform all their top tunes, including 'Mary Lee'. 23 tracks.
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RANDY and the RAINBOWS / MYSTICS
From the original Ambient Sound sessions, this CD combines Randy & the Rainbows and the Mystics. 24 tracks.
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RANDY & THE RAINBOWS - Better Than Ever
Randy & the Rainbows - New York's Sound - Hits & Lost Masters. Contains 'Denise',
'Come Back' and many more. Total of 30 tracks, includes 3 demos!
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RAVENS Featuring Jimmy Ricks - Bass Instincts; The Years 1946-1955
Features 55 tracks and includes the hits: ‘Write Me a Letter’; ‘Send for Me If You Need Me’; ‘Ricky’s Blues’ and ‘I Don’t Have to Ride No More’. Plus ‘Out in the Cold Again’ and ‘Hey Good Lookin’’ recorded with Dinah Washington. With fully detailed liner notes, this is the most comprehensive collection of the group’s recordings ever released on CD! 2 CD Set; 55 tracks.
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RAVENS - The Years 1951-54
Rock all night long with the Ravens featuring Jimmy Ricks and Joe Van Loan. 27 tracks.
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RAVENS - EARLY YEARS - VOLUME 1
The Ravens early years (1946-1950) - features 22 clasiic pop/R&B harmony tracks.
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RAYS - Complete Rays Singles Stereo Collection
The complete Rays single stereo collection; 28 cuts; and 25 are stereo debuts! 28 tracks. With sound clips!
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RAYS - SILHOUETTES
Silhouettes by the Rays - and many other of your favorites! 27 tracks.
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REFLECTIONS - COMPLETE RECORDINGS 1963-66
Original recordings of the Reflections - the complete recordings 1963 to 1966. Includes many favorites and hits like 'Romeo & Juliet'. 31 tracks.
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THE REGENTS AKA THE RUNAROUNDS
They started out as the Regents and in later years resurfaced as the Runarounds. 32 tracks.
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REPARATA & DELRONS - MAGICAL MUSICAL HISTORY TOUR
Reaparata & the Delrons magical musical history tour! Includes all your favorites plus 3 previoulsy unreleased tracks. A must for any fan! 29 tracks.
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REPARATA & THE DELRONS - WHENEVER A TEENAGER CRIES
High energy girl group (still performing - a great act!) best remembered for 'Whenever A Teenager Cries' & 'Tommy'. These hits are included amongst the 18 tracks!
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REPARATA & THE DELRONS - ROCK & ROLL REVOLUTION
Reparata and the Delrons showcase their rock & roll revolution. Includes 'Whenever A Teenager Cries', 'He's My Guy' and many others. 30 tracks.
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RE-VELS - MIDNIGHT STROLL
Thirty tracks by the Re-Vels; includes 'Midnight Stroll', 'Please', 'She Calls Me Baby', 'Gates of Heaven' and many others. 30 tracks.
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BILL DEAL & THE RHONDELS - Stereo Singles Collection
28 stereo cuts ....15 are stereo debuts...from Bill Deal & the Rhondels! 28 tracks.
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RICK & THE MASTERS - MASTERS OF MUSIC
'Masters of Music' by way of Philly! Includes 'Flame of Love', 'Let It Please Be You', 8 previously unreleased versions & more! 30 tracks.
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RICKY & the HALLMARKS
Ricky and the Hallmarks.....whoever they are! 85% never before on CD! 14 previously unreleased sides.....worth a look! 29 tracks.
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RIP CHORDS - Hey Little Cobra
Hey little cobra - we got 18 great tracks! 18 tracks.
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RIVIERAS - MOONLIGHT COCKTAILS
The Rivieras eight Coed singles (1958-61) feature a confident, polished vocal
group backed by sometimes fancy strings or big band arrangements not usually found on
doo-wop records. Includes 18 tracks, 2 unreleased versions.
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RIVILEERS & FIDELITYS - ALL THEIR RECORDINGS
This compact encompasses all the recordings of two great groups - The Rivileers & the Fidelitys! 26 tracks.
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NORMAN FOX & the ROB-ROYS - One Last Ride
Twenty-seven tracks by the all-time favorite group - Norman Fox and the Rob-Roys! 27 tracks.
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ROB ROYS MEET THE FASCINATORS
Two great groups - the Rob Roys and Fascinators - on one great CD. Includes favorites from each! 21 tracks.
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ROB ROYS MEET THE QUINTONES
This compact disc brings together the complete recording output of two obscure
late 50's vocal groups - The Rob Roys & The Quintones. Great CD! 26 tracks.
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ROBERT & JOHNNY - The Very Best of
The very best of Robert & Johnny - 25 rarities from the vaults of Old Town Records - includes all your favorites! 25 tracks.
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ROBINS - West Coast Doo Wop 1949-1961
Originally discovered and produced by Johnny Otis, The Robins were one of the first and certainly most influential of the teen orientated vocal groups to emerge from Los Angeles. Contains all of their chart hits and notable recordings from 1949-1961! 2 disc set - 58 tracks.
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ROBINS - I Must Be Dreamin'
You're not dreamin' - the Robins on RCA, Crown and Spark label are here! 28 tracks.
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RONETTES - The Ultimate Collection
The ultimate Ronettes collection! 28 tracks.
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HI-LITES Meet the CASTALEERS
Two great groups - the Hi-Lites and the Castaleers on one great CD! 21 tracks.
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RONNIE & THE HI-LITES and LITTLE JOEY & THE FLIPS
Two great groups on one CD. Contains 23 tracks.
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ROOMATES - COMPLETE ORIGINAL RECORDINGS - Also featuring Cathy Jean
32 great original recorded songs by the Roomates - includes "Glory of Love",
"Please Love Me Forever" and many more for your listening pleasure!
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ROSIE & THE ORIGINALS - ANGEL BABY REVISTED
The unique sound of Rosie & the Originals continues to delight in this second volume of rare original singles & more recent recordings in the old style. 23 tracks.
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ROSIE & THE ORIGINALS - THE BEST OF
'Angel Baby' by Rosie & the Originals is one of those oldies around which an entire legend has been built. Compiled for the first time on CD, this is the very best of Rosie & the Originals. 23 tracks.
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RARE TEXAS VOCAL GROUPS Volume 1 - The ROYAL JESTERS meet the LYRICS
Two premier groups from the great state of Texas - The Royal Jesters and the Lyrics. Enjoy 16 tracks by the Royal Jestres and 12 tracks by the Lyrics. 28 tracks.
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ROYAL JOKERS - The Complete Works
The complete works of the Royal Jesters featuring Willie Jones. Includes all your favorites! 28 tracks
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ROYALS - The Federal Singles
The Royals were a top-drawer doo wop group spotlighting the serene lead of Charles Sutton, but with the arrival of a young Hank Ballard they were transformed, almost overnight, into the hit R&B act known as the Midnighters. From the King/Federal tape vaults, here is the best-ever collection from the pioneering Royals, inclusing an out-take of the famous 'Work With Me Annie'. 24 tracks.
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ROYAL TEENS - Let's Rock
Let's rock with the Royal Teens - all original hit recordings featuring Joe Villa and Bob Gaudio. 32 tracks.
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RUBY & ROMANTICS - VERY BEST OF
Presenting the highlights of their career for the Kapp label, 1963-1966 on a comprehensive double CD collection. Includes the big No. 1 'Our Day Will Come', the original version of classic songs 'Hey There Lonely Girl', 'When You're Young and In Love', plus their other Pop and R&B chart picks. 42 tracks.
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RUBY & ROMANTICS - ULTIMATE COLLECTION
Presenting the highlights of their career on this 'ultimate collection'. Includes 'Our Day Will Come', 'Hey There Lonely Boy', 'When You're Young and In Love', plus many other chart picks. 30 tracks.
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THE SATINTONES - SING!
This ACE Limited Edition product features the groups complete Tamla and Motown recordings plus 11 previously unreleased sides from master tapes. This CD will not be in print for long and is sure to become a Collector’s item.
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JIMMY STEPHENS & the SAFARIS
Jimmy Stephens and the Safaris - what a great team. This CD includes 21 tracks that are on CD for the 1st time....14 previously unreleased tracks too! 25 tracks.
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SAFARIS - IMAGE OF A GIRL
25 original recordings by the Safaris a.k.a. Enchanters, Suddens, Four-Evers & Dories. 25 tracks.
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SAFARIS - IMAGE OF A GIRL - ALL STEREO
26 original recordings by the Safaris FIRST TIME IN STEREO! With sound clips. 26 tracks.
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SAM the SHAM & the PHARAOHS
This will bring back lots of memories - Sam the Sham and the Paraohs.
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SANTO and JOHNNY
Known for the great instrumental 'Sleepwalk', Santo and Johnny give their spin on many other tunes! 31 tracks.
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SCHOOLBOYS and the STUDENTS - BACK TO DOO WOP SCHOOL
It's back to doo wop school for the Schoolboys and the Students. Includes 'I'm So Young', 'My Vow To You', 'Please Say You Want Me' and many others. 19 tracks.
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SENSATIONS - LET ME IN
The Sensations are a 'sensation'. Features all the tracks you remember & more! 28 tracks.
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SERENADERS - Someday We'll Meet Again
Someday we'll meet again, and until then you can listen to the Serenaders fabulous CD! 27 tracks.
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SERENADERS Featuring George Kerr - Discography
Sit back and be serenaded by the Serenaders. Includes 6 previously unreleased tracks. With sound clips!! 24 tracks.
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SHELLS - GOLDEN CLASSICS
Eighteen tracks performed by the Shells. Includes 'Baby Oh Baby', 'On My Honor',
'Sipping Soda' and more!
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SHEP & THE LIMELITES
This New York City R&B vocal trio scored their biggest hit in 1961 with “Daddy’s Home”, an answer song to the Heartbeat’s “A Thousand Miles Away”. Regulars on the pop and R&B charts in the early ‘60s, the group remains a favorite today on oldies stations. This two-CD set brings together thirty-nine of their original favorites including “Ready For Our Love”, “Our Anniversary”, and “Three Steps From The Altar”. 2 cd set with 44 tracks!
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SHEPPARDS - BUNKY'S PICKS
The best of the Sheppards 1959-1969. Chicago's Sheppards were both the last of that city's great 50s vocal groups and the first of its' great 60s ones. From the revelation of Doo-Wop to the genesis of soul, here are 25 tracks which demonstrate street corner harmony at its most exceptional and effective....
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SHERRYS - POP POP POP-PIE
Remember the dance, the Popeye - well it was done by the Sherrys. Pop Pop Pop-pie and more great tracks - some hidden treasures released for the first time! 26 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - As Bs Hits & Rarities 1958-1962
The Shirelles were probably the most successful girl group of the fifties and sixties. This package contains the A and B sides of all of the singles released by The Shirelles between 1958 and 1962. Liner Notes tell the story of their rise to fame from high school to the top of the Billboard charts. Over seventy minutes of glorious girl group music. 32 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Foolish Little Girl/It's A Mad Mad Mad Mad World
The Shirelles' fifth aand six Scepter albums featured five Hot 100 hits and songs from some of soul music's greatest composers, including Van McCoy, Sam Cooke and Ed Townsend. 23 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Tonight's the Night/Sing to Trumpets and Strings
The first two albums from the Brill building era's golden gals, remastered from the original production masters and sounding better than ever. 27 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Sing The Golden Oldies/Spontaneous Combustion
Spontaneous Combustion and the long awaited Golden Oldies LPs are featured here. These are the final 2 Scepter albums in the series. 26 tracks in all including 2 bonus tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Swing the Most/Hear & Now
From the era’s top girl group, two rare 1964 albums (Swing the Most and Hear & Now), each containing exclusive cuts. 23 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Baby It's You/Shirelles & King Curtis Give A Twist Party
The third and fourth albums from this cornerstone girl group - and their guest, King Curtis - plus three bonus titles, including the rare Valli 45 that features this unknown singing over the Shirelles' vocal. 26 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - The Best of
The best of the Shirelles include all of your favorites and then some. 25 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Foolish Little Girl
Originally released in 1963 as Scepter LP #511, all these original recordings are now on CD for your enjoyment and ease! 12 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Sing to Trumpets and Strings
Originally released in 1961 as Scepter LP #502, all these original recordings are now on CD for your enjoyment and ease! 12 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Complete Singles 100% Stereo - Volume 1
The complete singles collection volume #1 from the Shirelles; 63 cuts - 39 stereo debuts. All first time in 100% stereo. 2 CD set - 63 tracks.
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SHIRELLES - Complete Singles 100% Stereo - Volume 2
The complete singles collection volume #1 from the Shirelles; 63 cuts - 33 stereo debuts. All first time in 100% stereo. 2 CD set - 63 tracks.
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SHIRLEY & LEE - THE LEGENDARY MASTER SERIES
Nineteen tracks now available from the Legendary Master Series. Includes 'Sweethearts', 'I'm Gone', 'Lee's Dream' and many more!
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SHIRLEY & LEE - Golden Decade
The golden decade of Shirley & Lee - 1952 to 1962....the complete singles - A and B sides. 2 CD set - 62 tracks.
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SHOWMEN - ROCK & ROLL WILL STAND
The Showmen - includes 'It Will Stand', 'Strange Girl' and many other. Incldes demos & outtakes. 26 tracks.
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SILHOUETTES - THE COMPLETE PACKAGE
'The complete package' of the Silhouettes. Includes 'Get A Job', 'I Wanna Know', 'I Am Lonely', Miss Thing' and many others . 30 tracks.
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SIMON & GARFUNKEL - EARLY SIMON & GARFUNKEL
Although most people recognize the name Simon & Garfunkel, they also were known as Tom & Jerry, Tico & the Triumphs, Jerry Landis and True Taylor. 27 tracks.
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SIX TEENS - A CASUAL LOOK
A definitive CD from the originators of the Doo-wop classic 'A Casual Look'. Premiers the complete catalogue of Trudy Wiliams and the Six Teens on Flip records. 25 tracks.
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SKIP & FLIP - THE VERY BEST OF
The very best of Skip & Flip of 'It Was I' fame. Includes 'It Was I', 'Cherry Pie' and 13 other tracks - 6 stereo.
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SKYLINERS - Stereo Singles Collection
Stereo singles from the popular Skyliners! 63 tracks with 50 stereo debuts! 2 CD set = 63 tracks tracks.
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SKYLINERS - Voices In Harmony 1958-1962
The Skyliners were a five-piece vocal harmony group from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that broke the mould as far as the doo-wop sound was concerned. This 26 track collection chronicles The Skyliners singles released on the Calico label, added to which are the songs that appeared on their first LP and subsequent releases on the Colpix, Cameo and Viscount labels. The collection also includes detailed notes tracing The Skyliners' career through the group's best years, 1958 to 1962. 26 tracks.
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SKYLINERS - Once Upon A Time/Skyliners
Two great Skyliners LPs on one even better CD - Once Upon A Time and Skyliners! 19 tracks.
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SKYLINERS, JIMMY BEAUMONT & - One More Mountain
Original recordings by Jimmy Beaumont & the Skyliners! Includes all your top favotites! 10 tracks.
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SKYLINERS - PRE-FLIGHT & BEYOND
Best remembered for 'Since I Don't Have You' and 'This I Swear', the Skyliners are everyone's favorites. Includes four 'live' tracks & 'Since I Don't Have You' acappella style. 30 tracks.
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SKYLINERS - 40th ANNIVERSARY EDITION - 2 CD SET
40 Original Classics by the group of all groups - The Skyliners. Includes all your favorites 'Since I Don't Have You', 'This I Swear', 'Zing Went the Strings' and many more! 5 outtakes. 2 CD Set.
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SKYLINERS - GREATEST HITS
One of rock & roll's greatest groups. Combining strings with R&R was an innovation first credited to the Skyliners. All original hit recordings. 20 tracks.
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SLY & VISCAYNES - Yellow Moon Complete Recordings 1961-62
Yellow Moon: The Complete Recordings 1961-1962 is truly the last word on Sly Stone's very first phase. The package comes with an extensive liner notes, with much heretofore unpublished information and fresh interview material from the group and associates, as well as commentary from Sly himself. 19 tracks.
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SOLITAIRES - Walking Along
The best of the Solitaires includes all your favorite tracks. 2 CD set - 40 tracks.
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SOLITAIRES - THE VERY BEST OF - 'WALKING ALONG'
25 rarities from the vaults of Old Town Records. Includes 'Walking Along', 'Girl of Mine' & many others. 25 tracks.
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SOLITAIRES - STILL WALKING ALONG
The Solitaires are 'still walking along' providing great tunes for your enjoyment. 24 tracks.
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ANTHONY & THE SOPHOMORES - PLAY OUR OLDIES MR. DJ
Anthony & The Sophomores - 30 tracks with 6 previously unreleased, 2 demos, and 2 alternate versions - great for fans. 30 tracks.
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SPANIELS - Goodnight Sweetheart 1953-1961
This is the most complete Spaniels package yet! For the first time their complete A and B sides of all their Vee-Jay Singles plus both of their original album releases are all featured on this great 2CD set. Includes the classics: ‘Baby It’s You’ and ‘Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight’ as featured on numerous TV commercials and in movies. Fully detailed liner notes cover the entire career of this fantastic group. 2 disc set - 53 tracks.
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JAMES 'POOKIE' HUDSON & His Spaniel Groups
50 years of classic group harmony music by James 'Pookie' Hudson and his Spaniel groups. 24 tracks.
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SPANIELS - 1953-1957
Heralding the Spaniels from 1953 to 1957. Includes 'The Bells Ring Out', 'A Lovely Way To Spend An Evening' and others. 25 tracks.
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SPANIELS - 1957-1960
Heralding the Spaniels from 1957 to 1960. Includes 'Stormy Weather', 'Heart & Soul' and others. 26 tracks.
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SPARKLETONES - COMPLETE RECORDINGS 1957-1959
Remember 'Black Slacks' or 'Penny Loafers & Bobby Socks' - not the clothing BUT the songs?!?!?! Now enjoy them once again on this Sparkletones CD. Total 24 tracks.
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SPIDERS - Best of
From the Spiders = the best of! Includes your favorites....'I Didn't Want To Do It' plus many others. 32 tracks
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SPINNERS - THEIR EARLY YEARS
25 original soul classics from the Spinners early years, with Harvey, the
Five Quails and the Challengers. 25 tracks.
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SQUIRES - A Dream Come True
A dream come true for 6 teens to be discovered and then recorded on local labels....that's the Squires story. 32 tracks.
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STARLIGHTERS and Van McCoy's Early Years
This CD features the Starlighters and the early singles by Van McCoy.
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JOEY DEE & STARLITERS - More Than Just the Peppermint Twist
Everyone knows the 'Peppermint Twist' but Joey Dee and the Starliters recorded a whole lot more good stuff...take a listen! 25 tracks.
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STATENS - TIME & AGAIN
The Statens perform your favorites - 'Summertime', 'Where Was I', 'Honest I Do' and many others. 30 tracks.
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SLY STONE - The Doo Wop Years
Yep....Sly Stone spent quite some time perfecting his doo wop history - with the Biscaynes, Viscaynes, Stewart Brothers to name a few. 19 tracks.
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SUNNY & SUNGLOWS - Talk To Me
Sunny and the Sunglows talk to you and me with this great CD. Features 'Talk To Me', 'Rags to Riches' and many more. 23 tracks.
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SWALLOWS - 1951-1954
25 tracks by the Swallows! Includes 'Will You Be Mine', 'Dearest' and
so many others!
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BARRY & TAMERLANES - Stereo Singles Collection
From Barry & the Tamerlanes and Barry Devorzon - 33 cuts; and 21 are stereo debuts! 33 tracks. With sound clips!
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BARRY DeVORZON & TAMERLANES - HITS & RARITIES
Barry DeVorzon & the Tamerlanes include their hit 'I Wonder What She's Doing Tonight?' on this CD. In addition to the hits, some rarities in Tamerlane style are included. 32 tracks.
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TEDDY BEARS & PHIL SPECTOR - Building the Wall of Sound
Phil Spector, member of the Teddy Bears.... building the wall of sound. 23 tracks.
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TEDDY BEARS - TO KNOW HIM IS TO LOVE HIM
The Teddy Bears sing!!! 'To Know Him Is To Love Him', 'Wonderful, Lovable You',
'Don't Go Away' and many others. 18 tracks.
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TEENAGERS - The Legendary Teenagers Live
Featuring Timothy Wilson of Tiny Tim & the HIts, here are 13 tracks from the Legendary Teenagers plus photos never before seen! With sound clips!! 13 tracks.
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FRANKIE LYMON & TEENAGERS - Why Do Fools Fall In Love
Don't know why fools fall in love, but we know you'll fall in love with this great CD. 32 tracks.
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FRANKIE LYMON & TEENAGERS - Their Greatest Recordings
The greatest recordings of Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers - all in one place - on a two CD set! 2 CD set 57 tracks.
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TEENCHORDS - Featuring Lewis Lymon
The Teenchords perform 14 great songs - all featuring Lewis Lymon, brother of the legendary Frankie Lymon. 14 tracks.
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TEMPTATIONS - Yield to Temptation!
Often called The Emperors of Soul, the Temptations, had a long career way back getting international success. Find everything about the r&b, doo wop and gospel roots of Motown's number one vocal group in this great package. The early sides recorded by David Ruffin, Eddie Kendricks, Paul Williams, Melvin Franklin and Otis Williams, they are all here as well as the Temptations early sides as group. A killer package you can't miss. 25 tracks.
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THREE BLAZERS - Johnny Moore's
Taken from the original master tapes, the best of the early 1950s sides by the definitive cocktail blues combo, and their featured vocalists Frankie Ervin and Mari Jones. All tracks new to CD, six previously unissued. 25 tracks.
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THREE CHUCKLES - Featuring Teddy Randazzo
The Three Chuckles featuring Teddy Randazzo in 24 great tracks! 24 tracks.
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TOKENS - Wheels and More Hot Rod Rarities
Hot rod rarities from the Tokens includes 'Little Deuce Coupe', 'Two Cars', '409' and many more! 32 tracks.
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TOKENS - The Lion Sleeps Tonight
The Tokens - 32 hits which, of course, include 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight'. 32 tracks.
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TOKENS - GOLDEN MOMENTS OF OUR PAST
The Tokens are presented on this two CD set. Features 16 previoulsy unreleased songs and second disc has 68 commercials written, produced & sung by the Tokens. 24 tracks on CD#1.
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TOKENS - TONIGHT I FELL IN LOVE WITH
Fall in love with the Tokens again! 29 tracks includes 10 previously unreleased tracks.
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TOKENS Lion Sleeps Tonight/Again
Two of your all-time favorite Tokens LPs on one CD.....The Lion Sleeps Tonight teamed with The Tokens Again! 24 tracks.
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TRAVELERS - Roger & the Travelers Traveling Thru Time
Roger & the Travelers, with the Premiers and the Frontiers, are travleing thru time....join them! 30 tracks.
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TREN-DELLS - Best of
They began their career as the Four Frantics and eventually became the Tren-Dells with songs on the local charts. The Tren-Dells performed as a group until 1983. 24 tracks.
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TUNE WEAVERS MEET THE BLENDS
Two great groups are featured on one great cd - the Tune Weavers and the Blends! 23 tracks.
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TUNE WEAVERS - Greatest Hits
The greatest hits of the Tune Weavers - includes some acappella, a few piano demos and so much more! With sound clips. 25 tracks.
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TUNE WEAVERS - HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY
Tune Weavers has you remember them. Includes 'Happy Birthday Baby', 'I'm Cold',
'I've Tried' and others. 14 tracks.
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TURBANS - THESE GOLDEN RINGS
'These Golden Rings' is the feature song - but this CD includes 22 other tracks by the Turbans too! 23 tracks.
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TURBANS - WHEN YOU DANCE
Contains all 6 Herald label singles and 4 of the 6 unreleased Herald songs, long
thought lost forever!
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TYMES - Stereo Singles Collection
One CD - 30 cuts - 25 stereo debuts by the Tymes...stereo singles plus some bonus cuts! 30 tracks.
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TYMES - 70s LP Collection
A Tymes two disc set that contains 4 LPS - Trustmaker; Tymes Up; Turning Point and DIggin' Their Roots! 2 CD set = 35 tracks.
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UNTOUCHABLES - GOOD NIGHT SWEETHEART GOOD NIGHT
The Untouchables, as heard on the Madison label, perform 28 tracks. Includes title track 'Good Night Sweetheart Good Night', 'Lovely Dee' and many others. 28 tracks.
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RICHARD BARRETT - Searching For A Hit 1954-1962
Richard Barrett became one of the most important African American, record producers and songwriters in R&B during the mid-1950s. He is best known today for turning The Three Degrees into an international superstar act during the 1970s. He began his career though as a singer with the influential doo-wop group The Valentines and this first ever compilation of his recording career begins with that group and continues with various solo recordings culminating in his most famous recording, 'Some Other Guy' which he co-wrote with producers Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller. This is the most comprehensive overview of his solo career ever released and includes some ultra-rare 45s plus hits like 'Summer's Love' with The Chantels. 31 tracks.
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VALENTINES - The Complete featuring Richard Barrett
The complete Valentines, featuring Richard Barrett, includes the records, the unreleased masters, tracks from the sessions and 2 'live' recordings. 27 tracks.
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VALENTINES - THE BEST OF
Selected tracks from the Valentines - include 'Lily Maebelle', 'I'll Never Let You Go', 'If You Love Me, Pretty Baby' and 12 more!
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VALENTINOS - DO IT RIGHT
The Valentinos 'do it right' as they always have! 22 tracks.
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JOE VAN LOAN - Yesterday's Roses 1949-1962
Joe Van Loan possessed an awesome falsetto tenor voice that enhanced the recordings of many great doo wop vocal groups of the 1950s. Best known for his tenure with The Ravens, who he eventually led for some years. He also sung with The Dixieaires, The Bells and The Ink Spots. Also featured on this interesting collection are several of his solo recordings. Several of these tracks are highly collectable and are making their debut on CD. Includes fully detailed liner notes. 28 tracks.
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VALIANTS - This Is the Nite
The Valiants, of California perform great tracks - includes 'This Is the Nite', 'Everyword of this Song' and many more. 28 tracks.
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VELOURS - REMEMBER WITH THE VELOURS
20 great tracks by the Onyx record label recording artists - the Velours! Includes
'Can I Come Over Tonight?', 'Can I Walk You Home' and others!
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VELVETS - Tonight Could Be the Night
18 classics from the Velvets Monument Vaults. 18 tracks.
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VENTURES - Guitar Legends
Great guitar legends - the Ventures entertain you with their exceptional guitar skills. 20 tracks.
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JAYHAWKS & VIBRATIONS - The Story So Far
This is the story so far...The Jayhawks became the Vibrations. This set A & B sides of the many record labels they recorded for, as well as variations of groups they sang with. 2 CD set = 53 tracks.
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VIBRATIONS - DOO-WOP DELIGHTS
Doo Wop Delights by the Vibrations include all of your favorites: 'All My Love Belongs To You', 'The Watusi', 'Don't Say Goodbye' and many others! Total 31 tracks.
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VIDELS TRADEWINDS INNOCENCE - 2 LPS + 14 Bonus Cut
Peter Anders & Cincent Poncia Jr were the creatorsof all three groups and wrote most of the songs. 2 LPs and 14 bonus cuts, many in stereo for the first time. 35 tracks.
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BOCKY & the VISIONS - 1959-1969
Remember Bocky & the Visions - you will after enjoying these tracks! 33 tracks.
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FABULONS - MEET CONNIE McGILL & THE VISIONS
The Fabulons meet Connie McGill & the Visions, includes many of your favorites -
'Smoke From Your Cigarette', 'Connie', 'I'm In the Mood For Love', 'A Million To One',
'September in the Rain; and many others. 29 tracks.
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VITO & SALUTATIONS - Unchained Melodies
Unchained melodies - Vito & the Salutations complete recordings - 32 original songs! 32 tracks.
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VOGUES - Stereo Singles Collection
2 great CDs from the Vogues with 53 cuts....17 stereo debuts! 2 CD set = 53 tracks.
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VOLUMES - FROM DOO WOP TO NORTHERN SOUL
Features the Volumes and encompass their career which spanned from 'doo-wop' to 'northern soul'. Includes 'I Love You', 'Angel', 'My Kind of Girl' and many others. 34 tracks.
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WANDERERS - FOR YOUR LOVE
30 tracks by the Wanderers - includes 'For Your Love', I'll Never Smile Again', 'Please' and more!
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BEVERLY WARREN - The Secret's Out
The secret's out that Beverly Warren is the kinda girl you can't forget. Her enduring career has teamed her with many groups as well as going solo. 31 tracks.
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WIZARDS with JOEL KATZ - FIFTIES COME ALIVE
Sit back and enjoy the superb lead vocal quality of Joel Katz and the unmistakable harmony of the Wizards. Once again you are brought back to an era when the words of a song always told a story. 15 tracks.
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WRENS - THE BEST OF
A selection of Wrens tunes considered 'Best of'. Includes 'Come Back My Love',
'What Makes You Do The Things You Do', 'C'est La Vie' and many more!
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KATHY YOUNG & INNOCENTS - A THOUSAND STARS
You surely remember 'A Thousand Stars' by Kathy Young & the Innocents! Enjoy 24 tracks by this great group. 24 tracks.
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YOUNG TONES aka Marci/Mates and More
The Young Tones, featured on this CD, in all of their variations thru the years - Marci/Mates, Marsi Trio, Hans Christian Anderson and more! 30 tracks.
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ZODIACS & MAURICE WILLIAMS - STAY
This group appeared on the 'American Bandstand' Dick Clark show, Appollo and
Paramount. 'Stay' was the #1 record throughout November & December of 1960.
Contains 22 tracks.
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ZODIACS - MAURICE WILLIAMS & THE ZODIACS & THE GLADIOLAS
What a great combination - Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs with the Gladiolas! 33 tracks.
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