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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Who else could write & sing "The candy coloured clown they call the sandman..." Wonderful stuff. Great lyrics from a master of the art of modern music. And the whole album is full of all of his gems, brilliantly written and beautifully delivered. You can't fault it and you will enjoy every second that you play it. It evokes such memories because, at some time or another, we've all been to the places he was writing about. Buy it. Enjoy it. Live it, love it and share it!
147 of 151 people found the following review helpful
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No one should need reminding that Roy Orbison possessed the ultimate voice in conveying paranoia, tortured emotions and fatalism in his songs so, at first sight, it is surprising that yet another compilation is needed.
However, take another look. This release contains eleven of his sixteen essential Monument hits. Any album containing such treasures as Only The Lonely, Falling, It's Over, Blue Angel, Pretty Woman and Cryin' must rate as a 5* star album on the strength of those tracks alone.
But, unlike many other compilation albums, this release has only one of his Sun recordings which is of no consequence since he was scarcely a rock 'n' roller anyway! Instead, the CD has three magical tracks from his last and critically underrated album, the 1989 release, Mystery Girl. An added bonus is his warm and tender duet with Emmylou Harris, That Loving You Feelin' Again, from the movie Roadie plus some of his MGM hits including Too Soon To Know and Lana.
Of course, there are expensive box sets and compilations with fifty plus tracks for the completists and the obsessed and purists might quibble at the selections (In Dreams is the 1985 version). But this is a career spanning retrospective and for those who want a concise overview of one of the great dramatic balladeers of the 20th century - and at a budget price - this album is hard to beat. Recommended.
However, take another look. This release contains eleven of his sixteen essential Monument hits. Any album containing such treasures as Only The Lonely, Falling, It's Over, Blue Angel, Pretty Woman and Cryin' must rate as a 5* star album on the strength of those tracks alone.
But, unlike many other compilation albums, this release has only one of his Sun recordings which is of no consequence since he was scarcely a rock 'n' roller anyway! Instead, the CD has three magical tracks from his last and critically underrated album, the 1989 release, Mystery Girl. An added bonus is his warm and tender duet with Emmylou Harris, That Loving You Feelin' Again, from the movie Roadie plus some of his MGM hits including Too Soon To Know and Lana.
Of course, there are expensive box sets and compilations with fifty plus tracks for the completists and the obsessed and purists might quibble at the selections (In Dreams is the 1985 version). But this is a career spanning retrospective and for those who want a concise overview of one of the great dramatic balladeers of the 20th century - and at a budget price - this album is hard to beat. Recommended.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
One of the best. The Big O makes this cd gripping one would play over and over again. Well worth the money. Very good delivery time well packed. What more could one say, but thanks saves hunting round shops.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wonderful Songs
This CD brings back wonderful memories of a talented singer from the 60's.
His music is an inspiration to us all.
His music is an inspiration to us all.
Published 21 hours ago by maljack
Brilliant
This is a must have for all Roy Orbison fans, just cant stop playing it, great bargain at such a low price, great value for money, totally recommend!
Published 18 days ago by Mrs. Marian Buffini
Excellent
Roy Orbison at his very best, I love the sound of his voice, he's a great singer, but had a tragic life.
Published 2 months ago by squat
Lovely
Really good CD ---- all his old and well known records --- enjoying it ---- playing it every day in the car since I rece. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Unsatisfied
Roy Orbison review
I thought this cd of Roy Orbison was great and good value for money and a must if you like his music.
Published 3 months ago by david lodge
The very best of Roy Orbison
as a fan of roy orbison, i think this is great, the price is fatastic for such a quality disc, delivery was quick,
Published 4 months ago by cardy
Great Value!
I had misgivings about the quality of the recording when I ordered the CD due to the price being so low, but when I received it I had no cause at all for any complaints. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bidders
BIG ROY
This is an excellent CD of most or the Big 'O's best recordings, I think that is excellent value for the money paid
Published 5 months ago by juster
Great CD! Great musician!
I bought this CD for my mum. It only cost £2.99, arrived within a week, sounded great and had all her favourite Roy Orbison songs on it! Perfect!
Published 5 months ago by Brian
The very best of Roy Orbison
Excellent buy,arrived before the date stated, loved the music of Roy Orbison right from the start of his career.His songs I have always enjoyed listening to.
Published 6 months ago by Mervyn
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