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Roxy Music – The Best Of Roxy Music – Half Speed Mastered 180 Gram Double Vinyl Record
The Best of Roxy Music brings together many of the band’s most iconic and beloved tracks, showcasing their evolution from a glam rock band to pioneers of sophisticated pop and new wave. The compilation provides a thorough retrospective of the band’s innovative and stylish sound, characterized by Bryan Ferry’s suave vocals and the band’s experimental approach to rock music.
The album features a selection of Roxy Music’s most memorable songs, including:
“Virginia Plain” – A debut single that introduced the band’s unique sound to the world, combining art rock with glam sensibilities.
“Do the Strand” – A high-energy track from their second album “For Your Pleasure,” exemplifying the band’s glam rock roots.
“Love Is the Drug” – One of their biggest hits, this track from “Siren” features a funky bass line and has become a staple of the band’s catalog.
“Dance Away” – A smooth, melancholic pop song from “Manifesto” that highlights Ferry’s distinctive vocal style.
“More Than This” – From their final studio album “Avalon,” this song is one of their most commercially successful and beloved tracks, showcasing a more polished and mature sound.
Roxy Music’s music is known for its blend of art rock, glam rock, and new wave elements, characterized by sophisticated arrangements, experimental soundscapes, and Bryan Ferry’s charismatic delivery. The band’s use of synthesizers, saxophones, and avant-garde production techniques set them apart from many of their contemporaries, making their sound both unique and influential.
The Best of Roxy Music received positive reviews upon its release, praised for its comprehensive tracklist that effectively captures the essence of the band’s career. Fans and newcomers alike appreciate the compilation for its ability to highlight the band’s musical journey and the enduring quality of their songs.
Roxy Music has left a lasting impact on the music industry, influencing numerous artists across various genres. Their blend of glam rock’s theatricality with the intellectualism of art rock and the sleekness of new wave has inspired many musicians and bands that followed. This compilation serves as an excellent introduction to their work and a reminder of their significant contribution to popular music.
For those looking to explore the rich and varied catalog of Roxy Music, this compilation provides a curated experience of their most impactful and celebrated tracks.
“For the first time on 180g double vinyl. Mastered and cut half speed at Abbey Road Studios, London”
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic
Track Listing
Avalon
More Than This
Jealous Guy
Over You
Same Old Scene
Oh Yeah
Angel Eyes
Dance Away
Both Ends Burning
Love Is The Drug
Out Of The Blue
All I Want Is You
Mother Of Pearl
Street Life
Do The Strand
Pyjamarama
Virginia Plain
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