VA Essential

Essential 80's - Electro.Pop, a Various Artists Compilation. Released 2003 on Warner Strategic Marketing Benelux.

These two CDs present a veritable galaxy of opera divas sopranos who have won countless hearts and thrilled millions of opera lovers with their glorious voices and their matchless performances. The arias presented here cover every part of the operatic spectrum, beginning with two Baroque gems by Handel and Vivaldi sung in fine style by Arleen Augér and Patrizia Ciofi. These are followed by a group of incomparable Mozart singers including two great stars of an earlier era: Elisabeth Schwarzopf and Joan Sutherland, and one of today s most versatile singers: Natalie Dessay. But how can one single out any of these greatly talented artists? The list of their names is a roll-call of the greatest sopranos of yesterday and today a glance at the tracklisting will confirm that this is true. But two unique divas have to be mentioned and these are perhaps the most important and influential singer of the 20th century: Maria Callas, and the greatest diva of our own time: Angela Gheorghiu. The collection contains many of the most popular and best-loved arias of all time and the singers are legendary!

These two CDs present a veritable galaxy of opera divas sopranos who have won countless hearts and thrilled millions of opera lovers with their glorious voices and their matchless performances. The arias presented here cover every part of the operatic spectrum, beginning with two Baroque gems by Handel and Vivaldi sung in fine style by Arleen Augér and Patrizia Ciofi. These are followed by a group of incomparable Mozart singers including two great stars of an earlier era: Elisabeth Schwarzopf and Joan Sutherland, and one of today s most versatile singers: Natalie Dessay. But how can one single out any of these greatly talented artists? The list of their names is a roll-call of the greatest sopranos of yesterday and today a glance at the tracklisting will confirm that this is true. But two unique divas have to be mentioned and these are perhaps the most important and influential singer of the 20th century: Maria Callas, and the greatest diva of our own time: Angela Gheorghiu. The collection contains many of the most popular and best-loved arias of all time and the singers are legendary!

ESSENTIAL COLLECTION is an outstanding collection of timeless Pop and Rock hits refashioned into today’s hip Lounge/Downtempo style. These familiar songs, originally recorded by the biggest artists in the world, have been restyled into Cocktail Party anthems. Hear Norah Jones, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, Bush, Depeche Mode, Green Day, U2, Coldplay, Nirvana, Madonna, Sinead O'Connor, Alanis Morissette, Prince and Cher chilled and stirred into one of the most original Lounge albums of the decade!

"Essential Ibiza Chillout," released in 2006, is a compilation album that encapsulates the serene and relaxing atmosphere associated with Ibiza's chillout scene. The album features a selection of downtempo and lounge tracks from various artists, making it perfect for unwinding or creating a tranquil ambiance.

"Essential Chillout Summer" is a compilation album released in 2013, designed to provide a relaxing and atmospheric soundtrack for the summer months. The album primarily features chillout, downtempo, and ambient music, making it ideal for laid-back listening, beach days, and summer gatherings. The compilation includes a selection of tracks from various artists known for their contributions to the chillout genre. Expect soothing melodies, gentle beats, and calming instrumentation.

Featuring a host of fan favourites this compilation presents the best of Columbia rockabilly over 40 legendary tracks. Featured artists: Carl Perkins, Jimmy Murphy, Lefty Frizzell, Ronnie Self, The Maddox Brothers, Sid King & The Five Strings, Marty Robbins, Ersel Hickey, Johnny Horton, Bobby Lord, Freddie Hart, Eddie Zack, Jaycee Hill, Billy Brown, Cliff Johnson and many more.

"Essential Ibiza Chillout," released in 2006, is a compilation album that encapsulates the serene and relaxing atmosphere associated with Ibiza's chillout scene. The album features a selection of downtempo and lounge tracks from various artists, making it perfect for unwinding or creating a tranquil ambiance.

"Essential Chillout Summer" is a compilation album released in 2013, designed to provide a relaxing and atmospheric soundtrack for the summer months. The album primarily features chillout, downtempo, and ambient music, making it ideal for laid-back listening, beach days, and summer gatherings. The compilation includes a selection of tracks from various artists known for their contributions to the chillout genre. Expect soothing melodies, gentle beats, and calming instrumentation.

There are literally dozens of Motown compilation CDs available, one for almost every occasion. The Northern Soul scene is the famous underground soul dance music scene that became popular in the north west of England in the late 60s and early 70s. The scene thrived on the discovery of rare American soul singles with a dance beat that was heavily influenced by the Motown label's trademark sound. Many of the more obscure least successful Motown acts became popular on the scene. This collection contains the majority of those recordings- minus those that would eventually make the mainstream UK charts on the back of popularity on the Northern scene. The quality of music/performances is first rate as you would expect from the iconic label.