The ULTIMATE Encyclopedia of British Hit LPs of the '50s and '60s

The ultimate reference work for people who are serious about their music. Compiled entirely from original sources for maximum accuracy. Consists of an Artist A-Z followed by several shorter sections covering compilations, stage and studio cast albums, and soundtracks. Includes full details of over 1,100 hit LPs: labels, mono/stereo catalogue numbers, release date and price, chart entry dates and peak positions attained in all five main UK LP charts as well as Budget LP charts, number of weeks spent on each chart, and track listings. Key aspects of chart performance are analysed in the Performance Statistics section. Two comprehensive indexes of artists and song titles, medleys and musical works complete the package. 288 B/W sleeve illustrations.