Before '70s superstardom, even before Humble Pie, Peter Frampton got his first taste of celebrity as a singer and guitarist in the Herd, who chalked up several hits in Britain in 1967 and 1968. Frampton was only 17 when the single "From the Underworld" went into the British Top Ten in late 1967; "Paradise Lost" and "I Don't Want Our Loving to Die" were hits for the group in the first half of 1968. The Herd's brand of mod was extremely commercial and good-timey- and pop-oriented, a bit like a muted and mainstream Small Faces.

Speaking in Tongues is the fifth studio album by the band Talking Heads, released in 1983. The album was a commercial breakthrough that produced the band's first (and only) American Top 10 hit, "Burning Down the House", which was accompanied by a promotional video.

On Duets: Re-Working The Catalogue, Van Morrison and the guests selected and recorded some of his songs from the catalog of 360 songs across his career. Deliberately steering away from his more well-known classics, Van enlisted some of the artists he most respects to perform these songs with him to re-craft and re-imagine them. The album was recorded in his home town of Belfast and London in the United Kingdom over the last year, using a variety of musicians and fresh arrangements. Produced by Van Morrison along with Don Was and Bob Rock, the album features duet performances with Bobby Womack, Steve Winwood, Mark Knopfler, Taj Mahal, Mavis Staples, Michael Bublé, Natalie Cole, George Benson, Gregory Porter, Clare Teal, P.J. Proby, Joss Stone, Georgie Fame, Mick Hucknall, Chris Farlowe, and Van's daughter Shana Morrison.

The set of 10 classic re-recordings of Rodgers hit classics from his repertoire with Free and Bad Company as well as solo tributes to Muddy Waters and Jimi Hendrix. The miracle is that these renditions are just as powerful as the originals, due in part to the stellar lineup of accompanying players: Jason Bonham on drums, Pino Palladino on bass and guitarists Reeves Gabrels, Jeff Beck, Andy Summers, Neal Schon, Adrian Vandenberg, Ian Hatton and Rodgers himself. Rodgers vocal ability just gets better as he ages and he proves just how good he is on this disc.

Walking the Blues is arguably the finest record Otis Spann ever cut, boasting 11 cuts of astounding blues piano. On several numbers, Spann is supported by guitarist Robert Jr. Lockwood and their interaction is sympathetic, warm, and utterly inviting. Spann relies on originals here, from "Half Ain't Been Told" to "Walking the Blues," but he also throws in a few standards ("Goin' Down Slow," "My Home Is in the Delta") that help draw a fuller portrait of his musicianship. Most importantly, however, is the fact that Walking the Blues simply sounds great - it's some of the finest blues piano you'll ever hear.

"VA - Erick Morillo - Subliminal Sessions One" (2001) is the first installment in the Subliminal Sessions compilation series, curated by Erick Morillo, the renowned house music DJ and producer. Morillo, a key figure in the house music and club scene, is known for his energetic DJ sets and his work with Subliminal Records, a label that became synonymous with tribal house, funky house, and soulful house during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

"VA - Chill Out Or Die America" (1995) is a compilation album from the mid-1990s that embodies the chill-out, ambient, and downtempo music scenes that were popular at the time. The title itself, "Chill Out or Die," refers to the chill-out genre's association with relaxation, laid-back vibes, and music designed for unwinding, contrasting with more intense, fast-paced genres like techno or house.

"VA - Sweet Lies (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)" (1988) is the soundtrack album to the film Sweet Lies, a romantic comedy directed by Michel Deville. The film itself revolves around themes of relationships, deception, and infidelity, set against a dramatic yet comedic backdrop. The soundtrack, released in 1988, features a collection of music that complements the tone and atmosphere of the film, blending jazz, romantic, and pop influences that were popular in film soundtracks during the late '80s. Although the film wasn't a major blockbuster, its soundtrack remains a noteworthy collection of music from that era.

"VA - Harry 'Choo Choo' Romero - Subliminal Sessions Two" (2002) is a compilation album curated by the renowned DJ and producer Harry "Choo Choo" Romero, who is widely recognized for his work in house music. The album was released on Subliminal Records, a label founded by Eric Morillo, a leading figure in the house music scene, and it features tracks that represent the energetic and soulful side of house music during the early 2000s.

X-Dream - Panic In Paradise (2000) is an album by the German electronic music duo X-Dream, who are known for their pioneering work in the psytrance genre, particularly full-on and progressive variations. The duo, composed of Marcus C. (M. A. X.) and Jan L. (J. R. G.), were influential figures in the global psytrance movement and known for their distinctive style, which blended psychedelic sounds with cutting-edge production techniques.

"VA - World In Action" (1988) is a compilation album that brings together a diverse collection of tracks from various artists, likely influenced by the political and social climate of the time, which was marked by significant global and cultural shifts. The title "World In Action" suggests a focus on music with a socially conscious or politically charged tone, possibly aimed at highlighting global issues or movements that were prevalent during the late '80s.

"VA - Claude Challe: The Best Of" (2005) is a compilation album that brings together a selection of tracks curated by Claude Challe, a renowned French DJ, producer, and music curator, known for his influence in the chill-out and lounge music scenes. The compilation features a collection of tracks from his extensive catalog and those that fit his signature style, which blends a mix of ambient, world music, chillout, and downtempo vibes.

"VA - Acid Flash Vol. II" (1996) is part of a compilation series that showcases the evolution of the acid house genre, which became a significant part of the electronic music scene in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The "Acid Flash" series, including Volume II, focuses on tracks that are influenced by or directly feature the characteristic squelchy, resonant sounds of the TB-303 bass synthesizer, which is integral to the acid house sound.

The "E Samba" (UK Maxi-Single) by Junior Jack was released in 2003 and became a hit in the house music scene. Junior Jack, the stage name of Italian DJ and producer Vito Lucente, was known for his unique take on house music, blending funky beats, Latin influences, and catchy melodies.

Jerry Reed was a country singer, guitarist and songwriter, whose also became a movie actor, appearing more then a dozen films. His primary era of fame and chart success was in the late ‘60s and then the ‘70s and ‘80s, but with his roots in country in his early career he established a significant reputation during the 1950s and early ‘60s, operating across the boundaries of country, rockabilly and rock ‘n’ roll, and had his first pop chart entries. He was also a much-in-demand session guitarist on the records of his label-mates. This 58-track 2-CD collection comprises the A & B sides of singles under his own name on the Capitol, Columbia and NRC labels during these years, along with tracks on which he was a session guitarist, and often composer, by Ric Cartey, The Rockateers, Paul Peek, Johnny Sea, Sweetie Jones, Gini Hayes and country legend Porter Wagoner. It features his US pop chart entries “Soldiers Joy”, Love And War (Ain’t Much Difference In The Two)” and “Hully Gully Guitars”. He became a hugely influential and high-profile personality in later years and this early-years collection makes it clear how he acquired that reputation, as well as offering an enlightening insight into his talents across every aspect of the music, as composer, guitarist and singer.