Various Artists - 1961 British Hit Parade - Part 2: July to December CD

While the music of bands like The Beatles, The Who, The Beach Boys and The Rolling Stones has gone on to define the sound of the sixties in the minds of many, the beginning of the decade was an exciting period in its own right. "1961 British Hit Parade – Part 2. July to December" provides a comprehensive overview of the UK hit singles chart during the latter half of the year totalling 162 tracks over 6 CD's. Included on this exceptional compilation are hits like Pat Boone's "Moody River", Shirley Bassey's "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"", Garry Miller's "The Night Is Young (And You're So Beautiful)" and "Let's Twist Again" by Chubby Checker along with plenty more: perfect for aficionados of the music of the early part of the decade, young and old. (Adam Bibby).