Back catalogue: 50s/60s

Review: Eddie Piller Presents The Mod Top 100 is a fulfilling four-CD set that revisits the golden era of 1960s mod culture through a meticulously curated selection of tracks. This collection, inspired by the original Mod Top 100 compiled by Randy Cozens, offers a rich mix of r&b, soul, jazz and beat music that was integral to the iconic dancefloors of London's West End. Piller has expanded upon Cozens' influential list, including additional personal favorites from the era. The result is a vibrant homage to the Mod movement, featuring soulful voices from Doris Troy, Betty Everett, and Bessie Banks, alongside classics from James Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, and Solomon Burke. Instrumental gems from Hank Jacobs and the Ramsey Lewis Trio further enhance this comprehensive set. The release not only showcases the era's diverse sound but also serves as a tribute to Randy Cozens, whose passion and dedication helped shape the Mod scene. With new sleeve notes by Piller and support from Cozens' family, this collection is a fitting celebration of a pivotal musical and cultural moment.

Review: Eddie Piller Presents The Mod Top 40 revives the essence of '60s Mod music with a fresh twist. While many fans are familiar with the tracks, the story behind them is new and intriguing. Inspired by the Mod revival of the late 70s, Eddie delved into the original scene, guided by Randy Cozens, whose letters to music magazines in the pre-internet era led to the creation of the original Mod Top 100. Eddie's double vinyl set includes 40 essential r&b, soul, jazz and beat tracks plus personal picks for unavailable originals. This release honours Cozens' influence and offers a stylish, informative introduction to classic Mod sounds complete with new sleeve notes and track details.

Review: In 2019, soul legend P.P. Arnold made a powerful comeback with The New Adventures of... P.P. Arnold, her first studio album in decades. It saw her lay down some killer collaborations with Paul Weller, Steve Cradock, The Specials, and her son Kojo Samuel, and as such the album earned widespread praise. Arnold's UK tour ended with a standout performance at Liverpool's Grand Central Hall in October and it is that which was recorded to be presented here in her live album Live In Liverpool on earMUSIC. It's a great showcase of her commanding stage presence and effortless vocals with classics like 'The First Cut Is The Deepest' alongside some fresh new songs, all on nice heavyweight wax.

Review: Elvis Presley's The Platinum Collection serves as a striking reminder of why he remains a monumental figure in music history. Spanning 4 records, this collection highlights the King's unique ability to blend genres like rock, pop, and ballads, making him a household name for generations. From timeless classics such as 'Can't Help Falling in Love' and 'Heartbreak Hotel' to rockabilly gems like 'Jailhouse Rock' and 'Hound Dog,' every track highlights Elvis's impact on popular culture. The compilation doesn't just focus on his hits; it also brings forward fan favorites like 'A Mess of Blues' and 'I Beg of You,' showing his versatility and emotional depth. Even his foray into Hawaiian music, with tracks from Blue Hawaii, like 'Hawaiian Wedding Song' and 'Moonlight Swim,' are showcased here. With Elvis's influence still echoing in today's music landscape, The Platinum Collection is a perfect celebration of his legacy. Comes on stunning silver vinyl to match the beautiful and clean cover.

Review: Latest from the Elvis Presley reissue/retrospective crock comes Memphis, the first fully comprehensive collection of Elvis Presley's hometown recordings. Yes, the entirety of Memphis was recorded, at one time or another, by the King Of Rock & Roll in the prodigal city sandwiched somewhere between Kentucky and Alabama in the American Midwest. Clocking in at 24 tracks, Memphis captures Presley from his earliest sessions at Sun Studio - which occurred 70 years ago this summer - to American Studio and Stax sessions, his 1974 hometown show and his final recordings in Graceland's Jungle Room.

Review: The latest Elvis greatest hits compilation comes in the form of a deluxe gilded wax compendium, accumulating all his best hits onto a single piece of shimmering vinyl roughly 50 years after his death. From the essentially skiffly 'Jailhouse Rock' to the lonesome 'Love Me Tender', from the winsome paean to tenderness 'Don't Be Cruel' to the closing but not lesser 'Blue Suede Shoes', this collection put together by Not Now Music is the latest be-all-end-all of the rock sovereign's timeliest songs.