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The Beatles - Capitol Albums Vol.1
4 CDs, 90 tracks

The Beatles – The Capitol Albums box set comprises The Beatles first 4 US (Capitol) albums – available for the first time on CD in this form. Tracks from all four US albums (Meet The Beatles, The Beatles' Second Album, Something New and Beatles '65), originally released 40 years ago, will be available both in mono and stereo. Packaging features the original US album sleeve designs in card wallets, plus a brand new 52 page booklet in the style of a scrap book, with comprehensive notes by Beatles expert Mark Lewisohn, a great selection of pictures and memorabilia from the era, plus quotes from the Beatles themselves. Artwork features the Fab Four and the Capitol Rainbow label in a longbox/slipcase format, which folds to CD size for ease of racking when the longbox is removed.

Unlike their UK counterparts, the early US albums contained many of the favourite early Beatles hits, only available on singles at the time in the UK, and have been in demand on CD for many years.

Various Artists - The Very Best of Legends (Box Set) - 3 CDs, 65 tracks

This triple album offers the best of Legends 1, 2 and 3 and features an eclectic mix of tracks that everybody should have in their collection. Artists include John Lennon, Otis Redding, Al Green, Aretha Franklin, Don McLean, Diana Ross, David Bowie, Queen, Blondie, Louis Armstrong, Tina Turner, The Beach Boys, Eva Cassidy, George Michael and many more.

Michael Jackson - The Ultimate Collection (Box Set) 4 CDs, 1 DVD, 73 tracks

This Ultimate Collection by Michael Jackson showcases the king of pop's career from childhood in the Jackson 5, right up to the present day. It includes four CDs of classic tracks, alternate takes and rarities plus a bonus, previously unreleased DVD of a show in Bucharest during the Dangerous world tour

Various Artists - Power Ballads Volume 3 - 2 CDs, 36 tracks

Power Ballads 3 boasts the greatest driving anthems in the world ever. Includes immortal classics by Queen, 4 Non-Blondes, Meat Loaf, Joe Cocker and REO Speedwagon, Bonnie Tyler, Deep Purple, Roxette, Oasis plus "The Final Countdown" by Europe.

Also Power Ballads Volume 2 - Bigger, Better Power Ballads - 2 CDs, 34 tracks
Power Ballads Volume 1 - The Greatest Driving Anthems in the World - 2 CDs, 39 tracks

Faces - Five Guys Walk Into a Bar... (BOX SET) - 4 CDs, 67 tracks

Five Guys Walk Into A Bar serves as a reminder that The Faces were once considered the saviours of Rock & Roll. As a live act, they provided a sense of empathy with their audience at a time when rock acts were becoming characterised by a hauteur. While their records were never as consistent as their stage prowess, their four albums from 1970-1973 contained many fine moments, inevitable considering the band was made up of the gravel-throated emotionality of Rod Stewart, the fat, rasping guitar work of Ron Wood and the pop craftsmanship of the nucleus of the Small Faces. 
This set has been compiled by Faces keyboardist Ian McLagan, who has not gone for the complete oeuvre approach but the hits-and-rarities method. Consequently, this is a treasure trove of neglected B-sides and previously unheard rehearsal tapes, live versions and outtakes. Of most interest to many, artistically and symbolically, will be the inclusion of a stage rendition of "(I Know) I'm Losing You". The Faces' thunderous version of this song was probably their greatest ever studio performance.

Enya - Only Time (Box Set) - 4 CDs, 51 tracks

Albert Ayler - Holy Ghost (BOX SET) [LIVE] - 9 CDs

Various Artists - The Best Christmas Album in the World - 2 CDs, 44 tracks

A good Christmas compilation should contain the following things--a selection of old classics to warm your cockles by the fireside, some of the classic pop titles that people always seem to find themselves singing along to in the pub on Christmas Eve and some Carols. The Best Christmas Album in the World Ever manages to fulfil all these criteria--on the classic front there is Bing Crosby's "White Christmas" and Dean Martin's "Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow", on the classic pop front there's Slade's "Merry Christmas Everybody" and Wizzard's "I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday", traditional carols "Silent Night" and "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" head the field. All in all, The Best Christmas Album In The World Ever manages to live up to its name.--Helen Marquis

Frank Sinatra - The Platinum Collection (Box Set) - 3 CDs, 46 tracks

The Platinum Collection box set is a stunning brand-new 3-CD package that features the best of Frank's recordings from the Capitol Years. Compiled with the approval and co-operation of the Frank Sinatra Estate, it carries the "official" Frank Sinatra signature seal of approval. The set is presented in a slipcase, with artwork that features photographs from the Capitol era, and has a cool, retro yet classic feel. Also included is a 20-page booklet, containing a history of the Sinatra/Capitol era written by Ken Barnes, record producer and Sinatra academic. Plus, there's a chronology and an overview of the Concept Albums of the Sinatra collection

The Best Air Guitar Album in the World... Ever Vol.1 & 2 (Box Set) 4 CDs, 84 tracks

A must-have for anyone who just likes a bit of rock & roll. With a variety of artists from a wide range of eras.

Deep Purple - Made in Japan (Box Set) 2 CDs, 10 tracks

A live collection of Deep Purple's best.

Wedding Present - Registry (Box Set) - 4 CDs, 50 tracks

A mix of Wedding Present finest.

Phil Collins - The Platinum Collection

3 Album set comprising Face Value, No Jacket Required and But Seriously.

Tamla Motown Gold (Box Set) 3 CDs, 82 tracks

A compilation album that is a testament to the quality of songwriting, musicianship and vocal delivery of the artistes on the Motown label of the 60's.

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. - The Rat Pack (Box Set)
3 CDs, 48 tracks

A collection of songs by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.

The Rolling Stones - The Singles Collection: The London Years

A collection of singles from the Rolling Stones.

Simple Minds - Silver Box (Box Set)
5 CDs, 60 tracks

Discs one and two focus on early session and demo material and highlight just how experimental the early Minds were. Here BBC Session recordings and live versions of classic singles like "Chelsea Girl" and "Life in a Day" capture the energy of the band at that stage in their career. Also included is a version of "New Gold Dream" with a guest vocal by Bono. Discs three and four are comprised of live material from a series of triumphant gigs between 1985 and 1995: Disc five includes the "lost" album Our Secrets are the Same. Recorded in 1999 the album was stuck at the bottom of a legal dispute, but finally it is to be available to the fans as part of this box set. The box set's sleeve notes will include a commentary written by Jim Kerr on the tracks on Our Secrets are the Same

Various Artists - School Reunion - The Disco (Box Set) - 3 CDs, 63 tracks

School Reunion: The Disco is a 3CD set of predominantly eighties party tunes. Features "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" by Queen, "Living in a Box", "My Sharona" by the Knack and the Minder theme song, "I Could Be So Good For You".