Drivetime Jazz Ref: CDG1217
20 tracks, 65 min
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Rhythms for the Road
Sound the horn and clear the road! Cheery jazz classics to make your journey seem shorter - or to blow away the frustrations of the traffic jams and congestion of modern motoring. The jazz greats are here: Armstrong and Hawkins, Bix and Benny, Bessie and the Duke, with the rhythm you need for that drive!
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In the Mood Ref: CDG1200
20 tracks 64 min
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A celebration of the great names who personified the swing years with the recordings that are associated with them. Great performances from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman and, of course, the great Glenn Miller feature songs still as popular today as ever, including 'In the mood' and 'Take the 'A' Train'.
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Ain't Misbehavin' - 2 CD boxed set Ref: CD222
43 tracks Around 2 hours of music
Songs and Dance Music from the 1920s and '30s
Foot-tapping fun and frolics. This collection will make those toes itch to be dancing. Classic love songs and sophisticated dance tunes are performed by original artists - Fats Waller, Marlene Dietrich, Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong and more.
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Magazine Rack Ref: GM107
Generous and useful, this seagrass magazine rack will give many years of good service and hold a great array of magazines and newspapers along the way. 41 x 28 30 cm. Available UK mainland only.
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Ella Fitzgerald Ref: CDG1237
'The First Lady of Song'
13 Grammys and over 40 million albums sold over a 50 year career: 'The First Lady of Song' was one of the most remarkable singers of her age. This collection of her hits from the 1950s showcases her amazing voice: with a unique sound that was in turn flexible, passionate, expressive and fun, Ella Fitzgerald was a musician's musician, utterly professional and an icon of the twentieth century jazz scene.
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Vera Lynn Ref: CDG1240
Sincerely Yours
Anthems and hits from the stunning career of 'The Forces' Sweetheart', including several not heard before on CD. 'We'll Meet Again' and 'The White Cliffs of Dover' are essential recordings here, but tracks such as 'My Prayer' prove Vera Lynn was a great singer as well as a much-loved British entertainer and tracks such as 'Beginning to see the light' remind us of her popularity in Europe in the 1950s.
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Nat King Cole Ref: CDG1238
Nat 'King' Cole owed his stellar international reputation to his soft baritone, although before he started singing professionally he was already an accomplished jazz pianist. This album of his later vocal hits, from 'Unforgettable' to 'Mona Lisa' and 'Million-dollar baby' reveals a wonderful musician at work. A film star and idol of the 50s, he was feted by public and politicians alike, not least for his pioneering TV shows.
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Bing Crosby Ref: CDG1239
Swinging With Bing
One of the most popular stars ever, Bing Crosby dominated the musical scene of the late 40s and early 50s, with hundreds of millions of record sales, a radio play history like no other, and a strong presence on the silver screen. 'The Old Crooner's sound became universally recognised as the quality and dedication of his work increased, driven by his sharp grasp of the powers of new and sophisticated recording technology.
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Collector's Cabinet Ref: GM215
Elegant storage for your favourite CDs.
Store away your whole home entertainment library in this attractive multimedia cabinet. With its smart, free-standing swing doors it stores up to 495 CDs or 210 DVDs or a combination of both. Solidly made from MDF with a wood finish it will provide invaluable storage for years to come. 105 x 61 x 34.5 cm, with adjustable shelves. Price quoted includes additional delivery charge of £6.00: further standard delivery charge per order added at checkout. UK mainland only.
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Essential Jazz Classics Ref: CDG1131
23 tracks 74 min
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Iconic performances from the best of the best
The best of New Orleans jazz, brought together in a single album which celebrates those early years; the good tunes, foot-stomping rhythms and rich harmonies which marked out jazz as a unique new art form created to charm and delight the ear.
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Nesting Tables Ref: GM201
Our editor has been lookiing for a set of these for ages! Three useful little side tables - there when you need them and tucked neatly away when you don't. Made from MDF and rubberwood with a high-shine, dark mahogany finish - offest by a fine gold-toned inlay detail. Largest table 49.5 x 30.5 x 42 cm, smallest 30 x 30 x 37.4 cm. Requires very simple home assembly. Available UK mainland only.
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As Time Goes By Ref: CDG1218
20 tracks, 65 min
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Sophisticated Songs from the 40s
A set of gentle standards which sound as slick and sophisticated today as they did when they were first heard and played during the decade of the Second World War. Imperishable ballads and artists lit up the dark days of the war and brought joy to millions of listeners around the world.
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We'll Meet Again Ref: CDG1183
20 tracks 62 min
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Romantic songs of the war years
Touching, moving, sentimental - and always memorable. These are the songs for the forces sweethearts, left behind when their men went to war. Misty eyes and aching hearts abound in some of the best songs from the 1940s. Featuring the voices of Vera Lynn, Dick Haymes, Dinah Shore, Vaughn Monroe and many more.
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Rock Around the Clock Ref: CDG1196
21 tracks 49 min
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Rock'n'Roll Hits of the 50s
The sounds which defined a generation and a whole new world of pop: in a fine and original selection of some of the most famous rock and roll tracks of all time. Exciting, rhythmic and dynamic music from Elvis, Duane Eddy, Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis and more, from 'Heartbreak Hotel' to Great Balls of Fire'!
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Goodnight Sweetheart - 3 CD boxed set Ref: CD231
60 tracks Around 3 hours of music
These songs from World War II are touching, moving, sentimental - and always memorable. These are the songs for the forces sweethearts, left behind when their men went to war. Misty eyes and aching hearts abound in some of the best songs from the 1940s.
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The Way We Were in the 40s Ref: CDG1080
23 tracks 72 min
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English Music of the Living Past
A scrapbook of cherished tunes, recalling the changing mood of the 1940s, from the comradeship of the war to the peace of the late 40s. This album is brimful of music and memories.
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The Way We Were in the 50s Ref: CDG1084
21 tracks 64 min
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Favourite songs and golden memories
The 50s saw a new age of optimism, with music that was carefree and happy. With this album we remember hits that we sang to, danced to and romanced to. What great stars there were: Nat King Cole, Doris Day, Guy Mitchell and a host of others.
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The Way We Were in the 60s Ref: CDG1176
20 tracks 52 min
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Our favourite tunes and songs
Memories of Twiggy and the mini recalled by a wonderfully nostalgic selection of favourite hits from the crazy decade of fun and new-found freedoms. Famous artists from The Supremes to Gerry and the Pacemakers in a programme of light-hearted fun.
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Upstairs, Downstairs Ref: CDG1235
Music from the servants' hall
Traditional tunes, witty lyrics and old instruments make music for having a good time below stairs, where life could be tough and the work was hard. But when the work was over and a holiday came round there would be singing and dancing, often with wistful reflection on a better life to come, or featuring traditional tales of Robin Hood and rich and poor.
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Far Away Places Ref: CDG1224
22 tracks 66 min
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Nostalgic songs of travel
A musical voyage around the world featuring some of its favourite songs and melodies performed by some of the greatest names in music. Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Gracie Fields, Judy Garland and many more lead us on a journey from far away places around the globe.
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Knightsbridge Table Lamp Ref: GM204
A useful table version of our smart floor lamp, made from the same sturdy steel with a matching antique brass finish. Adjusts from 67cm to 74cm in height. Pleated fabric shade, takes up to a 60W bulb (not supplied). With cable switch. Price quoted includes additional delivery charge of £7.00: further standard delivery charge per order added at checkout. UK mainland only.
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Music Centre Ref: GM 212
LISTEN IN STYLE
We were deeply impressed by the quality of this all-in-one compact music centre, smartly cased in oak veneer. It plays all your old records (33,45,78rpm) and has a CD player, cassette player, DAB digital radio, FM stereo/MW RDS reception with 45 presets, all operable with a handy remote control (2xAAA batteries not supplied). A must for the serious collector! 21.5 x 44.5 x 33.5 cm. Price quoted includes additional delivery charge of £7.00: further standard delivery charge per order added at checkout. UK mainland only.
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Big Band Classics Ref: CDG1228
20 tracks 63 min
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Enjoy the legends of the big band era! This selection of some of the finest bands of the twentieth century is designed to inspire and relax in equal measure, from 'Boogie Woogie' to 'Stardust' and from 'Moonlight Serenade' to 'Tuxedo Junction'. The album highlights the incomparable Glen Miller with some of his most famous numbers.
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Home Front Ref: CDG1085
21 tracks 65 min
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Songs from World War II
The war was not just fought on the beaches, but on the home front as well. But it wasn't all doom and gloom, as this album of cheerful and inspiring wartime favourites shows. Who can ever forget songs like 'Bless 'em all', 'Run, Rabbit, run', or 'There'll always be an England'.
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All Clear! Ref: CDG1124
23 tracks 60 min
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Favourite Wartime Songs
A lot of the music from World War II was cheerful and fun, including the tracks chosen for this special album featuring all the musical stars of the period. There's an emphasis here on the end of the War and the celebrations which naturally followed.
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Their Finest Hour - 3 CD boxed set Ref: CD230
54 tracks Around 3 hours of music
George Formby, Gracie Fields and Vera Lynn - the iconic voices of World War II - combine with the most famous voice of all, that of Sir Winston Churchill himself. Stirring words from his speeches which marked the best - and worst - moments of the war are combined with the music which kept the home fires burning, and the sounds of the war itself as it came home to London and the other great cities of Britain.
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Doing a Grand Job - 2CD boxed set Ref: CD237
40 tracks Around 2 hours of music
Favourite Songs of the War Years
A nostalgic collection of songs from the 1940s, which are touching, moving, humorous and always memorable. Some of the best loved songs from the war years feature original artists, Vera Lynn, Dick Haymes, Dinah Shore, Vaughn Monroe and many more.
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Late Night Jazz Ref: CDG1195
20 tracks 64 min
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Our second jazz collection is deliberately easy listening; relaxing and enjoyable, with strong melodies and a gentle swing. Sinatra, Holliday, Ella, Nat and many more stars in possibly the ultimate fantasy night club programme! Relax into the small wee hours with numbers like Sweet Lorraine, or enjoy April in Paris, and dream a little dream with Armstrong.
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The Way We Were - 10 Gift of Music CDs Ref: CD245
208 tracks Around 10 hours of music
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The twentieth century in music
A nostalgic collection of music from the twentieth century. Great cabaret classics of the inter-war years, dance music of the 20s and 30s, wartime favourites, and favourite tunes of the 50s and 60s are all featured.
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Music for Motoring Ref: CDG1090
21 tracks 63 min
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Great tunes for a day out in the country
The picnic's packed, the car warmed up, we all climb in and we're off for a day in the country. And to help us on our way, here is an album of jolly tunes, including what else but 'Genevieve', and 'Daisy Belle': so why don't we follow Gracie Fields' advice and 'Sing as we go'.
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Doing a Grand Job Ref: CDG1182
20 tracks 60 min
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Favourite songs of the 40s
Every citizen - man, woman and child - was involved in the war effort: in the fields, in the home, and in uniform either at the front or behind the scenes. This is a nostalgic collection with a hint of a woman's perspective of the war, with humour and silliness mixed in with fear, love and longing.
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