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Various Artists

1951

1951

SKU: CD63403 Barcode: 0827139291228
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  • Released Date: 11 Sep 2009

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The year is 1951, post-war Britain is embracing the dawn of a new era, with the likes of King George VI and Winston Churchill reigning supreme. But amidst all the political turmoil and societal changes, one thing remains constant - the music. Enter "Hit Parade 1951", a charming collection of chart-topping tunes that will transport you back to a time when rock 'n' roll was just a twinkle in Chuck Berry's eye.

From the crooning melodies of Nat King Cole to the toe-tapping rhythms of Danny Kaye, this album is a delightful journey through the musical landscape of the early 50s. Songs like "Too Young" by Jimmy Young and "Cry" by Johnnie Ray will have you swaying and swooning in equal measure, while the infectious energy of hits like "Come On-a My House" by Rosemary Clooney will have you dancing around your living room like it's 1951 all over again.

Sure, the production might not be as slick as what you'd hear on modern-day radio, and the lyrics might be a bit on the cheesy side, but there's a certain charm to these classic hits that is impossible to resist. So dust off your gramophone, pour yourself a gin and tonic, and let "Hit Parade 1951" transport you to a time when music was simple, sweet, and oh-so-swinging. Just don't blame us if you find yourself donning a poodle skirt and breaking out into a jitterbug. Cheers, darlings!

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About the artist

Various Artists

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