More Soul. At the beginning of the 1960s, soul music began to develop into a genre in its own right. The record labels Stax from Memphis and Motown from Detroit played an important role in this. Memphis and Detroit, the melting pots of a rich African-American musical tradition, released classics by Otis Redding, Booker T. & The MG's, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. After the great success of the first Soul Classics edition, Magic Of Vinyl presents more timeless soul treasures as limited...
Sweet Caroline, Oh Oh Oh. Neil Diamond, born in Brooklyn on January 24, 1941, is one of music’s most influential figures. Raised in a Jewish family, he discovered his passion for music early on, drawing inspiration from folk traditions. As a teenager, he received his first guitar and began composing. After a brief pre-med stint at NYU, he left college to pursue songwriting full-time—a decision that changed his life. In the 1960s, while working in the Brill Building, Neil honed his craft by...
From Elvis With Love. Elvis Loves You is more than just a collection of the King's love songs - it's a tribute to the legacy of the ultimate romantic. It is a reminder of Elvis Presley's unique ability to touch hearts, bring people together and provide countless moments of love and joy. From the tender strains of “Love Me Tender” to the timeless beauty of “Can't Help Falling in Love,” each song captures emotions that are both intimate and universal. Songs like “Are You Lonesome...
So Exited. The Pointer Sisters were founded in the late 1960s by the sisters June and Bonnie Pointer, later joined by Anita and Ruth. After Bonnie’s departure in 1977, the trio experienced the greatest success of their career. With their unique mix of R&B, soul, pop, funk, jazz, rock, and country, along with precise harmonies and a dynamic stage presence, they set new standards in American pop music. Raised in the gospel tradition, they broke through genre boundaries and achieved...
Walk On By . Dionne Warwick, born as Marie Dionne Warrick on December 12, 1940 in Orange, New Jersey, is one of the most significant voices in American pop music. With a career spanning over six decades, she enchants her audience with her warm, velvety voice and unmistakable phrasing. Raised in a family steeped in gospel music, she began her musical journey in church at an early age. Her major breakthrough came in the 1960s through her collaboration with Burt Bacharach and Hal David –...
Queen Of Funk. Chaka Khan, born as Yvette Marie Stevens on March 23, 1953, in Chicago, is one of the most influential voices in pop music. Her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence have left a lasting mark on genres such as funk, soul, jazz, and pop. Influenced by her mother's gospel and her father's blues and jazz, she began her career early in Chicago’s vibrant music scene. In 1971, she became the lead singer of the band Rufus, with which she achieved great success through hits like...
Queen Of Rock 'N Roll. Anna Mae Bullock's musical journey from humble beginnings to global superstardom is marked by personal challenges, professional triumphs, and an unwavering will. Growing up in a rural community, she discovered her love for music in the church choir. In St. Louis, she met Ike Turner, joining his band "Kings of Rhythm" as a background singer in 1957. She quickly took center stage and adopted the stage name Tina Turner. The 1960s and early 1970s brought the duo Ike &...
The Giants Of Soft Rock. Air Supply's story began in 1975 when Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met during the Australian production of "Jesus Christ Superstar." Despite different backgrounds, they bonded over their shared love of The Beatles and formed Air Supply. Their 1976 debut album featured the hit "Love and Other Bruises," gaining them attention in Australia. Their breakthrough came in 1980 with the album "Lost in Love," featuring hits like "All Out of Love" and "Every Woman in the...
Through The Decades. Starship's story begins with Jefferson Airplane, the pioneering psychedelic rock band from San Francisco, formed in 1965. Known for hits like "Somebody to Love" and "White Rabbit," they became symbols of the 1960s counterculture and were headliners at Woodstock in 1969. By the early 1970s, Jefferson Airplane's lineup began to change. Paul Kantner, a founding member, formed Jefferson Starship in 1974, blending rock with mainstream elements and achieving success with...
The Night is Long, Go On! Our first compilation, Midnight Jazz, is one of the most successful releases in the Magic Of Vinyl series. We are delighted that we have been able to inspire jazz fans as well as introduce night owls to jazz with our hand-picked compilation. The night is long - and that's exactly why it needs more: More Midnight Jazz. As with the first edition, much time and attention to detail have been invested in this vinyl to curate additional masterpieces of the genre that...