Description

21 Rock 'n' Roll Hits: Legendary Classics from the Golden Era | CD Compilation

Product Information

UPC: 5020214111823
Catalog Number: GRF118
Product Type: CD Compilation
Genre: Rock 'n' Roll
Release Label: Double Play / Tring International PLC
Format: Digital Audio CD
Total Tracks: 21
Country: UK

Overview

This electrifying compilation brings together 21 of the most iconic rock 'n' roll hits from the genre's golden era. Featuring legendary performers like Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, Fats Domino, and Bill Haley, this collection captures the raw energy and rebellious spirit that defined 1950s and 1960s music. From the pounding piano of "Great Balls of Fire" to Little Richard's explosive "Tutti Frutti", these tracks remain timeless anthems of rock 'n' roll history.

Note: Some tracks are re-recorded versions, while single artist performances feature the original artists. Group tracks include as many original members as possible.

Track Listing

Jerry Lee Lewis – Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On
Little Richard – Keep A Knockin'
Fats Domino – Blue Monday
Duane Eddy – Rebel Rouser
Gene Vincent – Baby Blue
Fats Domino – Blueberry Hill
The Chiffons – He's So Fine
Frankie Avalon – Venus
Del Shannon – I Go To Pieces
Lloyd Price – Personality
Little Richard – Tutti Frutti
Bobby Day – Rockin' Robin
Fats Domino – Domino Twist
Bobby Vee – Rubber Ball
Jerry Lee Lewis – Great Balls of Fire
The Coasters – Charlie Brown
Chubby Checker – Limbo Rock
Little Richard – Good Golly Miss Molly
Joey Dee – Shout
Bill Haley – Shake, Rattle & Roll
Danny & The Juniors – At The Hop

Key Artists & Highlights

Jerry Lee Lewis (Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On, Great Balls of Fire) – The wild man of rock 'n' roll delivers two of his most explosive performances.
Little Richard (Tutti Frutti, Good Golly Miss Molly) – The architect of rock's flamboyant energy.
Fats Domino (Blueberry Hill, Blue Monday) – New Orleans piano legend with smooth, bluesy grooves.
Bill Haley (Shake, Rattle & Roll) – One of the first rock 'n' roll crossover hits.
Gene Vincent (Baby Blue) – A rockabilly pioneer with raw vocal power.

Interesting Facts

"Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On" was considered scandalous in its day for its suggestive lyrics.
"Tutti Frutti" was originally recorded with raunchier lyrics before being cleaned up for radio.
"At The Hop" by Danny & The Juniors became an anthem for 1950s youth culture.