Rockabilly's rough image can be traced to both Sam Phillips' lo-fi production ethic at Sun Records and the dangerous look of the many Elvis wannabes on the label's roster; it continued as a symbol of defiance thanks to the nouveau rockabilly look British teddy-boys sported in the '60s (greased hair, rolled-up pant leg) and the makeshift music the reconfigured teddies of punk rock made in the late '70s.
Ultimate Rock Legends delivers 100 of the most popular Rock classics performed by the greatest legends who helped shape the genre. Whether you like modern or classic rock, glam or metal, this superb collection will be enjoyed by all Rock lovers. The mighty Rock Gods gathered include Kiss, Thin Lizzy, Dio, Rainbow, Status Quo, Free, Nazareth, Emerson Lake & Palmer, Rod Stewart to name but a few. Also included are heavy metal classics from Motörhead, Anthrax, Venom, Kreator, Angel Witch, Helloween plus a strong line of contemporary bands such as Marilyn Manson, Queens of The Stone Age, Puddle of Mudd, Soundgarden, Papa Roach, Hoobastank, Fall Out Boy, Blink-182 and many more. This is a must have collection for all Rock fans.
Continuing on the hugely successful legacy that the 80 From range has bought, comes the newest release in the series - 80 From America! For the first time 80 From branches out to explore one of the most influential regions in the history of music, the United States Of America. 80 From America features 80 different tracks and artists that epitomize the American culture and have taken a piece of musical history with classic tracks from the likes of The Beach Boys, Lionel Richie, Dolly Parton, ZZ Top, Marvin Gaye, Willie Nelson, The Knack, Otis Redding, Jackson 5, Elvis Presley, Billy Joel, Aretha Franklin, Blondie, Dean Martin, Journey and so much more! 80 From America - nothing but classic American hits!
Continuing on the hugely successful legacy that the 80 From range has bought, comes the newest release in the series - 80 From America! For the first time 80 From branches out to explore one of the most influential regions in the history of music, the United States Of America.