01. Gerry & The Pacemakers "It's gonna be alright"
02. Gerry & The Pacemakers "Why oh why"
03. Gerry & The Pacemakers "Fall in love"
04. Gerry & The Pacemakers / Fourmost, The "Think about love"
05. Gerry & The Pacemakers "I love you too"
06. Gerry & The Pacemakers / George Martin Orchestra, The "All quiet on the Mersey front"
07. Gerry & The Pacemakers "This thing called love"
08. Gerry & The Pacemakers "Baby you're so good to me"
09. Gerry & The Pacemakers "I'll wait for you"
10. Gerry & The Pacemakers "She's the only girl for me"
11. Gerry & The Pacemakers / Black, Cilia "Is it love"
12. Gerry & The Pacemakers "Ferry cross the Mersey"
Disc 02
01. Herman's Hermits "Heartbeat"
02. Herman's Hermits "Travelin' light"
03. Herman's Hermits "I'll never dance again"
04. Herman's Hermits "Walkin' with my angel"
05. Herman's Hermits "Dream on"
06. Herman's Hermits "I wonder"
07. Herman's Hermits "For your love"
08. Herman's Hermits "Don't try to hurt me"
09. Herman's Hermits "Tell me baby"
10. Herman's Hermits "I'm Henery the Eighth I am"
11. Herman's Hermits "The end of the world"
12. Herman's Hermits "Mrs Brown you've got a lovely daughter"
Disc 03
01. Shadows, The "Shadoogie"
02. Shadows, The "Blue star"
03. Shadows, The "Nivram"
04. Shadows, The "Baby my heart"
05. Shadows, The "See you in my drums"
06. Shadows, The "All my sorrows"
07. Shadows, The "Stand up and say that"
08. Shadows, The "Gonzales"
09. Shadows, The "Find me a golden street"
10. Shadows, The "Theme from a filleted place"
11. Shadows, The "That's my desire"
12. Shadows, The "My resistance is low"
13. Shadows, The "Sleepwalk"
14. Shadows, The "Big boy"
Disc 04
01. Animals, The "The story of Bo Diddley"
02. Animals, The "Bury my body"
03. Animals, The "Dimples"
04. Animals, The "I've been around"
05. Animals, The "I'm in love again"
06. Animals, The "The girl can't help it"
07. Animals, The "I'm mad again"
08. Animals, The "She said yeah"
09. Animals, The "The right time"
10. Animals, The "Memphis Tennessee"
11. Animals, The "Boom boom"
12. Animals, The "Around and around"
Disc 05
01. Hollies, The "Talkin' bout you"
02. Hollies, The "Mr Moonlight"
03. Hollies, The "You better move on"
04. Hollies, The "Lucille"
05. Hollies, The "Baby don't cry"
06. Hollies, The "Memphis"
07. Hollies, The "Stay"
08. Hollies, The "Rockin' Robin"
09. Hollies, The "Whatcha gonna do 'bout it"
10. Hollies, The "Do you love me"
11. Hollies, The "It's only make believe"
12. Hollies, The "What kind of girl are you"
13. Hollies, The "Little lover"
14. Hollies, The "Candy man"
Extra-Infos:
5 Classic Albums Series
Description:
60s British Invasion by Various, released 16 November 2017.
This version of 60s British Invasion comes as a 5xCD. - 5 CLASSIC ALBUMS SERIES
"5 Classic Albums: 60s British Invasion" on CD gathers five influential records from the era when British bands fundamentally reshaped the sound of global popular music. This box set focuses on a carefully curated selection of albums that embody the spirit of the 1960s British Invasion: jangling guitars, vocal harmonies, rhythm & blues influences, and a new, youthful songwriting energy. Instead of centering on one artist, this collection showcases a broad stylistic spectrum - from beat and Mersey sound to mod, early rock and melodic pop - giving listeners a compact yet rich overview of how British bands took over the charts and airwaves around the world. Ideal for both newcomers and seasoned collectors, these original albums provide a deep dive beyond the obvious hit singles and into the album tracks that defined a generation.
As a mixed-artist compilation, the emphasis lies on the musical range: driving rhythm & blues numbers stand side by side with finely crafted pop songs, melancholic ballads, and early experiments that point toward psychedelic rock. The five complete albums allow you to experience the evolution of the British sound within one coherent set, with authentic 60s production aesthetics preserved. This makes the box a perfect starting point for anyone exploring the British Invasion, as well as an essential supplement for fans who want to rediscover lesser-known gems in context.
"Various" signals that this is a multi-artist collection rather than a single-band release, giving access to different creative voices and band identities that together shaped the era. Instead of focusing on the biography of one group, the set highlights the interplay of different styles and songwriting approaches that defined the 60s in the UK: tight guitar arrangements, distinctive vocal phrasing, and a blend of American rock 'n' roll roots with unmistakably British character.
Parlophone, the manufacturer of this release, is one of the most renowned labels in popular music history and closely associated with the development of British pop and rock. Known for its strong catalogue and carefully curated reissues, Parlophone stands for high production standards, attention to sound quality, and respectful handling of musical heritage. With this background, "5 Classic Albums: 60s British Invasion" benefits from solid archival work and a focus on presenting historically important recordings in a coherent, collector-friendly package that does justice to the original albums and their lasting impact.