Name: The Best Of
Brand: Gilbert O'Sullivan

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

4050538853070

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Triple Digisleeve.

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-11-11

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Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

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3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Gilbert O'Sullivan

Genre GB

Classic

Label GB

BMG Rights Management, formerly known as Bertelsmann Music Group, is a global music conglomerate with a rich history in the industry. Originally formed in 1985 as a joint venture between Bertelsmann AG and RCA, BMG has since evolved into a powerhouse of music production and distribution.

In 1986, Bertelsmann acquired full ownership of RCA and Arista Records through the purchase of their joint venture's stock from General Electric. The following year, these labels were merged under the umbrella of Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG), solidifying its position as a major player in the music world.

In 2004, BMG joined forces with Sony Music to create Sony BMG Music Entertainment. However, in 2008, Bertelsmann sold its stake in the company, leading to the formation of BMG Rights Management. Today, BMG continues to thrive as a leading record label and distributor worldwide.

Gilbert O’Sullivan is an Irish singer-songwriter who was born on December 1, 1946 in Waterford, Ireland. At the age of 11, he moved with his family to Swindon, England where he began playing guitar, piano and drums. After finishing Swindon Art College, Gilbert relocated to London in 1967 to pursue his musical career. He released his first singles that year and slowly gained success.

Throughout his career, Gilbert O’Sullivan has achieved significant recognition for his songwriting abilities. He received three Ivor Novello Awards, including Songwriter of the Year in 1973. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in establishing the practice of sample clearance after successfully suing rapper [artist] in 1991 for unauthorized use of a part of Gilbert’s hit song "Alone Again (Naturally)".

In terms of chart success, Gilbert O’Sullivan has had a remarkable career. Eleven of his albums have charted in the UK Top 100 with four reaching the Top 10 and one album even reaching No.1 on the charts in January 1973. His albums have collectively spent over 200 weeks on the UK music charts.

When it comes to single and EP releases, Gilbert has had sixteen songs charting in the UK music charts. Seven of these songs reached positions within the Top 10 with two songs claiming the No.1 spot

The Best Of is the ultimate celebration of Gilbert O’Sullivan. Curated by Gilbert himself, this new best of covers the stars illustrious career and includes the monumental hits ‘Alone Again (Naturally), Get Down, Matrimony and many more.

The Best Of

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