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VA - Curiosity Shop Volume 1 - 7 [2014-2018] (7 x CDs)

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VA - Curiosity Shop Volume 1 - 7 [2014-2018] (7 x CDs)

The 7-CD series "VA - Curiosity Shop, A Collection of Rare Aural Antiquities and Objets d'Art" is a delightful treasure trove for any music enthusiast. Released by the label Particles, this collection stands out for its meticulous curation and the sheer depth of its content. Each volume in the series offers a unique auditory journey, showcasing rare and often overlooked gems from the past.

What makes this series particularly important is its role in preserving and celebrating musical history. The tracks included span various genres and styles, providing listeners with a rich tapestry of sounds that might otherwise have been lost to time. The remastering work done on these recordings ensures that the audio quality is superb, allowing the nuances and intricacies of each track to shine through.

The accompanying booklets are a highlight, offering insightful essays and detailed liner notes that provide context and background for the music. These supplemental materials enhance the listening experience, making it not just about the music but also about understanding the cultural and historical significance of the tracks.

Moreover, the series is a testament to the dedication and passion of the compilers. Their effort to unearth these rare recordings and present them in such a thoughtful manner is commendable. It's clear that a lot of love and care went into the creation of this collection, making it a must-have for collectors and casual listeners alike.

In summary, "VA - Curiosity Shop, A Collection of Rare Aural Antiquities and Objets d'Art" is a celebration of musical heritage. The series offers a rare opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse sounds of the past, all while enjoying top-notch audio quality and informative supplemental materials. Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to this genre, this collection is sure to provide hours of listening pleasure and a deeper appreciation for the music of yesteryears. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Day 'N' Night - I Just Need Somebody 2:35

02 Camaleonti - Applause 3:25

03 Colin Giffin - When I Was So Young 2:55

04 Humbug - Groovin' With Mr. Bloe 3:28

05 Buggy - Harry the Keeper 2:37

06 Michael Blount - Acorn Street 1:33

07 Billy Lawrie - Come Back Joanna 2:36

08 Lori Balmer - Four Faces West 1:54

09 Candy Choir - Love Me Princess 2:30

10 Lovelace Green - Sister George 3:32

11 David & David - In the City 3:13

12 Samson - Venus 3:00

13 Mixed Bag - Have You Ever Been in Love 3:20

14 Tapestry - Florence 2:16

15 Grand Union - She Said, She Said 3:07

16 Saker - Constantly 1:59

17 Quartet - When Will My Lady Come 2:04

18 Rainbows - Nobody But You 3:11

19 Kansashook - Echo Park 4:03

20 Samson - Wool and Water 7:23


CD2

01 Steve and Stevie - Shine 2:08

02 Pythagoras Theorem - London Bridge 2:42

03 Ian Campbell Folk Group - Private Harold Harris 2:41

04 Doctor Marigolds Prescription - Can't You See I'm Right 3:03

05 Juan & Junior - AnduriƱa 3:05

06 Marc Reid - My World Turns Around You 2:23

07 Casuals - Naughty Boy 2:50

08 Ten Feet - Losing Game 2:01

09 Jonathan Kelly - Daddy Don't Take Me Down Fishing No More 2:42

10 Julie Sullivan - Fly, Little White Dove, Fly 4:21

11 Soft Slipper - Baby Jane 1:41

12 Casuals - Jennifer Browne 2:47

13 Galliard - Hermit and the Knight 2:37

14 Noel Harrison - Life is a Dream 2:00

15 Barry Hopkins - Love Ya, Want Ya, Need Ya 2:57

16 Lori Balmer - Treacle Brown 2:53

17 Casuals - Caroline 3:30

18 Polly Niles - Sunshine in My Rainy Day Mind 2:12

19 Davey Payne - Bad Girls 2:48

20 Sasperella - Come Inside 2:37


CD3

01 Tin Tin - She Said Ride 2:41

02 Judas Jump - Cully 2:29

03 Dr.Z - People in the Street 3:04

04 Crew - 1970 2:41

05 Humbug - Marianna 2:28

06 Young and Renshaw - The Beginning of the End 2:25

07 Eartha Kitt - Wear Your Love Like Heaven 3:02

08 Goliath - I Heard About a Friend 4:28

09 Duffy - Tell Me 3:00

10 Bonzo Dog Band - Ready Mades 3:07

11 Dave Berry - Chaplin House 3:35

12 Granny's Intentions - One Time Lovers 3:06

13 Dr. Marigold's Prescription - Night Hurries on By 2:35

14 Joe Cocker - Sandpaper Cadillac 3:15

15 Keef Hartley - Leave it Til the Morning 3:20

16 Paul Korda - Seagull (The West Coast Oil Tragedy of '68) 3:29

17 Executives - I Ain't Got Nobody for Real 4:21

18 Love You - Marbles 3:01

19 Kevin Westlake and Gary Farr - Green 3:20

20 Eartha Kitt - Hurdy Gurdy Man 2:26


CD4

01 Tony Hazzard - Everything's Gone Wrong 2:16

02 Candlelight - That's What I Want 2:10

03 Stoics - Search for the Sea 2:40

04 Opal Butterfly - Beautiful Beige 2:32

05 Barry Benson - Meet Jacqueline 2:09

06 Zion De Gallier - Geraldine 2:22

07 Bruno - The English Girl 2:36

08 David and Jonathan - Such a Peaceful Day 2:52

09 Jon Ledingham - Love is a Toy 2:40

10 Bill Kenwright - Epitaph (When Times Were Good) 4:22

11 Mick Softley - That's Not My Kind of Love 3:07

12 Art Nouveaux - Extra Terrestrial Visitations 2:39

13 Tony Hazzard - Goodnight Sweet Josephine 2:54

14 West Coast Consortium - Lady From Baltimore 2:39

15 Carri Chase - Magic Music Box 2:40

16 Garry and Gary - World's Apart 2:31

17 Bruno - The Driver 2:03

18 Ottilie Patterson - The Orphan 2:06

19 Glyn Johns - Little Child 2:41

20 Joe Brown - Davy the Fat Boy 2:47


CD5

01 Billy Fury - Phone Box (The Monkeys in the Jam Jar) 3:26

02 Crocheted Doughnut Ring, The - Havana Anna 2:20

03 Gates of Eden - Too Much on My Mind 2:25

04 Fingers - All Kinds of People 2:44

05 Don Fardon - Sally Goes Round the Moon 3:03

06 Deejays - Working Out Fine 2:15

07 Nicholquinn - Whims and Fancies 1:51

08 Deejays - In Crowd Hangout 2:21

09 Executives - Sensations 3:01

10 Cymbaline - You Will Never Love Me 2:36

11 Gilbert - You 2:22

12 St David's Road - Mama Ain't Gonna Like What She Sees 2:02

13 Jan and the Zodiacs - Where Were You 2:07

14 Cecil McCartney - Hey Alethia I Want You 2:38

15 Nigel Hattison - Sign of the Queen 2:43

16 Frugal Sound - Miss Mary 2:49

17 Nicolquinn - THE Nicolquinn - Unknown (1967) 2:22

18 Juidi Smith - Come My Way 2:53

19 Chris Farlowe - Paperman Fly in the Sky 2:43

20 Cartoone - Knick Knack Man 3:50


CD6

01 State of Micky & Tommy - Julien Waites 2:26

02 London Boys - Eyes of Kazan 3:17

03 John Deen & the Trakk - Hey Bulldog 2:56

04 Living Daylights - I'm Real 2:28

05 Cherry Smash - Little Old Country Home Town 3:20

06 Gnomes of Zurich - Publicity Girl 2:07

07 Motowns - Hello to Mary 2:15

08 Red Squares - Down and Out 2:53

09 Nicky Scott - Chain Reaction 2:07

10 Simon De Lacy - Goodbye Love 2:30

11 Boston - Walking in Space 3:07

12 Opal Butterfly - Speak Up 2:20

13 Ice - So Many Times 2:06

14 Penny Peeps - Curly, Knight of the Road 2:54

15 Billy Fury - Silly Boy Blue 3:04

16 Mike Batt - I See Wonderful Things in You 2:41

17 Neat Change - Sandman 2:02

18 Glass Menagerie - I Said Goodbye to Me 3:28

19 Clouds - Make No Bones About It 2:31

20 State of Micky & Tommy - Nobody Knows Where You've Been 2:41


CD7

01 Silvers - She's My Woman 2:21

02 Bobby Angelo & the End - Mr. Love 2:40

03 Lemon Tree - I Can Touch a Rainbow 2:20

04 Traffic Jam - Wait Just a Minute 2:10

05 Explosive - I Get My Kicks From Living 2:54

06 Human Beans - Morning Dew (Take Me for a Walk) 2:49

07 Force West - All the Children Sleep 2:46

08 Ray Ennis & the Blue Jeans - What Have They Done to Hazel 2:44

09 Easybeats - We All Live Happily 3:54

10 Junior's Eyes - Mr. Golden Trumpet Player 2:25

11 Phil Wainman - Hey Paradiddle 2:42

12 Ice - Whisper Her Name 3:34

13 Frabjoy & Runcible Spoon - I'm Beside Myself 2:48

14 Hush - Elephant Rider 2:21

15 Lemon Tree - Come on Girl 1:52

16 Peter & the Wolves - Old and the New 1:57

17 State of Micky and Tommy - Sunday's Leaving 2:41

18 Loot - Save Me 2:13

19 Kinetic - Child's Song 1:58

20 Fortes Mentum - Marakesh 2:29

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