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CD-1:1-Daddy Cool/The Girl Can't Help It 2-Young Blood 3-Too Hot In The Kitchen 4-Sometime Lately 5-Zing Went The Strings Of My Heart 6-Shotgun 7-Come Back My Love 8-Bells In My Heart 9-Sh-Boom (Life Could Be A Dream) 10-Stay Away (From The M Girls) 11-I'm Mad/Fancy Man/Frame D/Riot In Cell Block 12-Bonus Tracks: 13-Don't Let It Fade Away 14-Get It 15-Duke Of Earl 16-Can't Get Enough Of Your Love 17-Reet Petite 18-Let's Hang On 19-Peaches And Cream 20-Cool Jerk 21-Run A Round 22-Messing Shoe Blues 23-Naff Off 24-White Christmas CD-2:1-The Boy From New York City 2-Honey Love 3-My Friend's Wife 4-It's Raining 5-Make It 6-Hammy's Boogie 7-Who's That Knocking 8-My True Story 9-Late For Work 10-Bones 11-Late Last Night 12-I Gotta Go Home 13-Why I Cry 14-Bonus-Tracks: 15-Don't Let It Fade Away 16-Don't Say Yes 17-Cuckoo 18-One Off The Wrists 19-Don't Hang Up 20-Honey Bee 21-Don't Mess Around With Love 22-Don't Look Back 23-This Is The Night 24-Goodbye Brenda 25-Why I Cry (previously unreleased version) (2006/WARNER) 47 tracks - 8 page booklet.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By M. Nix
Format:Audio CD
In 1977 fro my 12th christmas, mum and dad bought me my first stereo, an alba cassette radio. They also bought me my first album - The Amazing darts, on cassette. needless to say it got played to death, and became a firm favourite. Years later, with a collection of cassettes, vinyl and CD albums in the thousands, it is still a favourite album. but alas, the tape finally bit the dust and I was left with nothing. Then came the darts CD 'the platinum collection'. Fantastic to finally be able to hear darts again, but unfortunately the compilation contained only half of the 20 tracks I wanted.
Now, at last, with the release of this double CD, I finally have all the tracks I loved so much, plus a whole heap of extra material to listen too. Pure heaven. Darts have to be one of the very best bands of any era. Tremendous fun to listen to, but musically brilliant too. With classic and self penned tracks of pure doo wop, rock & roll, & boogie woogie. Superb musicianship, tight harmonies, and above all a sense that they really loved doing what they did. I wish today's pop music had half the sense of enjoyment and less of it's own sense of self importance. If you can listen to this without tapping your toes or singing along, you must have been lobotomised! Buy this, you will not be disappointed.
Now, at last, with the release of this double CD, I finally have all the tracks I loved so much, plus a whole heap of extra material to listen too. Pure heaven. Darts have to be one of the very best bands of any era. Tremendous fun to listen to, but musically brilliant too. With classic and self penned tracks of pure doo wop, rock & roll, & boogie woogie. Superb musicianship, tight harmonies, and above all a sense that they really loved doing what they did. I wish today's pop music had half the sense of enjoyment and less of it's own sense of self importance. If you can listen to this without tapping your toes or singing along, you must have been lobotomised! Buy this, you will not be disappointed.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I've been a fan of the band since the start and have most of their stuff.
This album is a welcome re-issue as it gives fans new and old a chance to relive those memories.
I'm sure you'll all be glad to hear that the Darts have reformed for a 30th anniversary reunion and are performing at the 100 Club in London on November 9th so get your tickets fast for what is guaranteed to be a great night. see [...] for other dates
This album is a welcome re-issue as it gives fans new and old a chance to relive those memories.
I'm sure you'll all be glad to hear that the Darts have reformed for a 30th anniversary reunion and are performing at the 100 Club in London on November 9th so get your tickets fast for what is guaranteed to be a great night. see [...] for other dates
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I cannot think of anything bad to say about any of the songs or of where they appear on the cds as they bring back so many memories, however, someone at Warner quality control office needs a kick in the pants. There is a glaring printing error on both the back inlay cover and in the booklet that states the first bonus track on cd2 is Don't Let It Fade Away, the error is also apparent when you play the cd on a pc/laptop. This is bearable however in addition I have had two copies now that both skipped on Goodbye Brenda at 2min 45secs. I would suggest if you buy the cd to check this track first.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Delighted to purchase / listen to Double Top, but... Having listened so many times to original LPs I quickly realised that it mis-represents itself by claiming to be the first two albums + bonus tracks. Firstly, the bonus tracks include all 14 from the excellent 3rd album; secondly, the single versions of Come Back My Love and It's Raining are featured rather than album versions. So, the only album that appears in full, albeit not in order, is the only one not advertised as doing so. Why?
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
An interesting double CD giving the best of teh Darts, part of that late `70s/early `80s rockabilly revival that also spawned Shakin' Stevens, Mud and Showaddywaddy. The Darts were an entertaining bunch who knocked out some good tunes with passion and energy, and a sense of.
The first disc is more focused on the `serious' music, with some good dcovers and interesting originals. As the group went on they became more of an entertainment act than a band, and the second disc contains quite a bit of their `zany' antics, which seem a bit dated today. I don't listen to the second disc that often.
In all an interesting set that nicely covers the group's career. It might have benefitted from a more ruthless selection process and being cut down to a 1 disc set, and there is a bit of filler to be found here. So 4 stars in all.
The first disc is more focused on the `serious' music, with some good dcovers and interesting originals. As the group went on they became more of an entertainment act than a band, and the second disc contains quite a bit of their `zany' antics, which seem a bit dated today. I don't listen to the second disc that often.
In all an interesting set that nicely covers the group's career. It might have benefitted from a more ruthless selection process and being cut down to a 1 disc set, and there is a bit of filler to be found here. So 4 stars in all.
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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The very best in this case is everything that Darts did with bass vocalist Den Hegarty and a little more besides. The first disc is the better of the two, displaying all shades of doowop, whether its the manic energy of the first hit, 'Daddy Cool/The Girl Can't Help It', the chiming arrangement of 'Bells In My Heart' or the tenderness of 'Sh-boom'. The disc begins with their first album and they're irrepressible throughout. With four strong personalities sharing lead vocals, Darts had a lot of possibilities at their disposal and here they make use of them. Mention should also be made, however, of the accomplished five-piece instrumental unit behind them. Between them they give the music a big sound.
B-sides double up the run time and are welcome additions. Apart from a raft of expert cover versions, they include the typically irreverent 'Messing Shoe Blues' and 'Naff Off'. Post-Hegarty hits, including 'Duke Of Earl' are also present.
The second disc begins with their second album, which kicks off with their version of 'The Boy From NYC', arguably their most popular recording. Although there's another classy hit, 'It's Raining', this album isn't quite as good. More of the lead vocals are taken by Hegarty, perhaps because he'd emerged as the foremost personality, but this is a mistake. The band haven't lost their humour or enthusiasm, but they overplay the bassman's 'mad' persona. Even so, it's enjoyable fare, with pianist Hammy Howell getting the opportunity to demonstrate a couple of party pieces.
This album is 130 minutes of joy, recalling the fun music of bands like The Coasters, whose catalogue is well-represented here. The only disappointment is that you can't watch them performing these songs, as Darts were also a marvellous visual experience.
B-sides double up the run time and are welcome additions. Apart from a raft of expert cover versions, they include the typically irreverent 'Messing Shoe Blues' and 'Naff Off'. Post-Hegarty hits, including 'Duke Of Earl' are also present.
The second disc begins with their second album, which kicks off with their version of 'The Boy From NYC', arguably their most popular recording. Although there's another classy hit, 'It's Raining', this album isn't quite as good. More of the lead vocals are taken by Hegarty, perhaps because he'd emerged as the foremost personality, but this is a mistake. The band haven't lost their humour or enthusiasm, but they overplay the bassman's 'mad' persona. Even so, it's enjoyable fare, with pianist Hammy Howell getting the opportunity to demonstrate a couple of party pieces.
This album is 130 minutes of joy, recalling the fun music of bands like The Coasters, whose catalogue is well-represented here. The only disappointment is that you can't watch them performing these songs, as Darts were also a marvellous visual experience.
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FANTASTIC !
Exactly as I remember it-memories of teenage years came flooding back ! All of Darts best tracks & more. Can't recommend enough.
Published 1 month ago by s j fossey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great rock & roll
Double CD of some of the best fun rock and roll tracks.
Listening to this is guaranteed to get your feet moving.
Listening to this is guaranteed to get your feet moving.
Published 4 months ago by Peter
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Excellent
Excellent, brilliant a real blast from the past. All the hits and more on one CD. Its timeless and I love it.
Published 5 months ago by ...
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Brilliant
Fantastic compilation from a fantastic group
Highly recommended.
Great memories from the my younger days! Read more
Highly recommended.
Great memories from the my younger days! Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. M. A. Sterry
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purchase of the very best of the darts
bought the cd for my son to give to his dad for fathers day, which he loved as brought back so many memories as songs often do, my son loved the cd so much bought another cd for... Read more
Published 11 months ago by anna
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The ears may be gone - but the music lives on!
Well What can you say.....
A couple of months ago via a auction website, i bought a "Ghetto-Blaster" identical to one i saved up for when i was about 16 or so on the... Read more
A couple of months ago via a auction website, i bought a "Ghetto-Blaster" identical to one i saved up for when i was about 16 or so on the... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Abe
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Gift
This was a gift. It turned up promptly in excellent condition. It is a CD thus, does what it is made to do.
Published on 6 April 2011 by Mr John Gardiner
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Double Top Review
Product was bought for another family member upon request.
They were very happy that Amazon were selling this so their reaction was extremely pleased when the product arrived.
They were very happy that Amazon were selling this so their reaction was extremely pleased when the product arrived.
Published on 5 Mar 2011 by shanelthiggs
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great stuff. but lose the 'bonus tracks'
Darts were great fun, I saw them live in the late 70s and it was one of thr best gigs I ever went to. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2010 by Terrahurtz
5.0 out of 5 stars
brilliant
i saw the darts in preston in the 70's.they are a great live band.
this cd has all the tracks they did then and more.
nostalgic?yes. Read more
this cd has all the tracks they did then and more.
nostalgic?yes. Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2009 by James Melia
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